Minolta MD Tele Rokkor 135mm f/3.5

Minolta MD Tele Rokkor 135mm f/3.5 | Minolta 135mm f/3.5 Telephoto Prime - Good Condition | Crisp Compression & Character

The Minolta MD Tele Rokkor 135mm f/3.5 is a highly regarded telephoto prime lens, celebrated for its superb optical performance and remarkably compact form factor. As part of the prestigious Rokkor lineup, this lens delivers the rich color saturation and smooth, circular bokeh that Minolta glass is famous for. The 135mm focal length provides excellent reach and pleasing perspective compression, making it a favorite for outdoor portraiture, sports, and detail-oriented street photography. With its lightweight design and built-in retractable lens hood, it offers professional handling without the bulk of faster telephoto lenses, ensuring it remains a practical and high-performing choice for any MD-mount system.

Key Features

• Ideal 135mm telephoto focal length for flattering portraits and subject isolation

• High-quality MD Rokkor optics known for exceptional contrast and color balance

• Compact and lightweight barrel design for effortless all-day shooting

• Integrated retractable lens hood for convenient flare protection

• 6-blade diaphragm for smooth and natural out-of-focus highlights

• Precision mechanical construction with a deeply knurled focus ring

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition. Shows normal signs of previous use and minor vintage character.

• Sensor/Optics: Optics are in good used condition; glass is clear with minimal internal dust and no fungus or haze.

• Mechanics/Electronics: Fully operational. The focus ring is smooth and well-damped; aperture blades are clean and snappy.

Specialist Note "The 135mm f/3.5 is often the 'hidden gem' of the Minolta lineup. While many gravitate toward the heavier f/2.8 version, this f/3.5 model is arguably sharper wide open and significantly more comfortable to carry. The mechanical feel is classic Minolta—dense and precise. On an SRT or X-series body, it balances perfectly, and when adapted to modern digital sensors, it produces a nostalgic, cinematic look that is hard to replicate with modern optics."

What's Included

• Minolta MD Tele Rokkor 135mm f/3.5 Lens (S/N: 1260229)

• Front Lens Cap

• Rear Lens Cap

Technical Specifications

• Lens Mount: Minolta MD

• Optical Construction: 5 elements in 5 groups

• Filter Diameter: 49mm

• Aperture Range: f/3.5 to f/22

• Category: Lenses > Prime Lenses