Setting new standards with the new Minolta AF 70-200mm f/2.8 Apo G(D)SSM lens
Langenhagen, March 2003
With unrivalled capabilities and value-added features, the new Minolta AF 70 - 200mm f/2.8 Apo G(D)SSM lens is an exceptional tool for todays photographer. Minoltas new SSM lenses employ new supersonic-wave motor technology for quiet, smooth AF operation, enhancing the performance of Minolta SLR cameras from the Dynax 7 onwards.
The heart of this zoom is the finest optical glass reserved for all Minolta G series lenses. The AF 70-200mm f/2.8 Apo G(D)SSM uses nineteen finely crafted elements, including four AD (anomalous dispersion) lenses, to virtually eliminate aberrations and curvature of field. The result is sharp, colour-free images across the entire film area at all apertures. High-quality multi-coatings increase transmittance and reduce flare to preserve contrast.
This superb optics ensure sharp, crisp images, as well as influence the quality of the defocused image outside the depth of field; lens aberrations can disfigure the soft glow of point light sources. The new Minolta AF 70-200mm f/2.8 Apo G(D)SSM lens guarantees the highest level of optical performance for the flawless capture of images.
A circular aperture keeps the defocused image of point light sources outside the depth of field round between f/2.8 and f/5.6. Comparable to significantly few f/2.8 zoom lenses,* the new AF zoom has the shortest minimum focus distance in its class, making it a uniquely versatile tool for landscape, portrait, and close-up photography.
Two DMF (Direct Manual Focus) modes exercise exacting control over the AF system. Standard DMF allows the photographer to fine tune the focus once the AF system has optically locked onto the subject. Full-time DMF enables the photographer to access manual focus control at anytime by simply turning the focusing ring. The AF system can be further controlled with the focus-hold function, which locks the focus at the press of a button.
A focus-range limiter reduces auto-focusing time. The Minolta AF 70 200mm f/2.8 Apo G(D)SSM lens has a preset range function between infinity and 3m (9.8ft.).
With a variety of useful features, this lens is both simple and delightful to use. The extra-wide focusing ring awards critical control during manual focus, and the lens remains easy to hold as the ring does not rotate when the AF drive is active. A lightweight, yet durable, petal-type lens hood is lined with velvet to reduce flare. As an additional attribute, the hood also has a covered polarizing-filter window so that the filter can be rotated without the necessity of removing the hood from the lens.
The entire lens is seated in a rigid mounting collar, enabling the lens to be attached to a camera support. The collar rotates 360° so the camera and lens can be limitlessly positioned when mounted from either above or below. This maintains the balance needed for responsive shooting and sharp images, especially when using a monopod. The collar can also be removed to reduce weight when handholding the camera.
Two new apochromatic teleconverters have been designed for AF 1.4X Tele Converter Apo (D) and AF 2X Tele Converter Apo(D). These simple accessories increase the power of the lens while allowing the use of the automatic camera and lens systems. Using the 1.4X teleconverter creates the equivalent of a 98 - 280mm f/4.0 lens, and the 2X converter transforms the lens into an amazing 140 - 400mm f/5.6 telephoto zoom, fast enough to handhold with ISO100 film in broad daylight.
Langenhagen, March 2003
With unrivalled capabilities and value-added features, the new Minolta AF 70 - 200mm f/2.8 Apo G(D)SSM lens is an exceptional tool for todays photographer. Minoltas new SSM lenses employ new supersonic-wave motor technology for quiet, smooth AF operation, enhancing the performance of Minolta SLR cameras from the Dynax 7 onwards.
The heart of this zoom is the finest optical glass reserved for all Minolta G series lenses. The AF 70-200mm f/2.8 Apo G(D)SSM uses nineteen finely crafted elements, including four AD (anomalous dispersion) lenses, to virtually eliminate aberrations and curvature of field. The result is sharp, colour-free images across the entire film area at all apertures. High-quality multi-coatings increase transmittance and reduce flare to preserve contrast.
This superb optics ensure sharp, crisp images, as well as influence the quality of the defocused image outside the depth of field; lens aberrations can disfigure the soft glow of point light sources. The new Minolta AF 70-200mm f/2.8 Apo G(D)SSM lens guarantees the highest level of optical performance for the flawless capture of images.
A circular aperture keeps the defocused image of point light sources outside the depth of field round between f/2.8 and f/5.6. Comparable to significantly few f/2.8 zoom lenses,* the new AF zoom has the shortest minimum focus distance in its class, making it a uniquely versatile tool for landscape, portrait, and close-up photography.
Two DMF (Direct Manual Focus) modes exercise exacting control over the AF system. Standard DMF allows the photographer to fine tune the focus once the AF system has optically locked onto the subject. Full-time DMF enables the photographer to access manual focus control at anytime by simply turning the focusing ring. The AF system can be further controlled with the focus-hold function, which locks the focus at the press of a button.
A focus-range limiter reduces auto-focusing time. The Minolta AF 70 200mm f/2.8 Apo G(D)SSM lens has a preset range function between infinity and 3m (9.8ft.).
With a variety of useful features, this lens is both simple and delightful to use. The extra-wide focusing ring awards critical control during manual focus, and the lens remains easy to hold as the ring does not rotate when the AF drive is active. A lightweight, yet durable, petal-type lens hood is lined with velvet to reduce flare. As an additional attribute, the hood also has a covered polarizing-filter window so that the filter can be rotated without the necessity of removing the hood from the lens.
The entire lens is seated in a rigid mounting collar, enabling the lens to be attached to a camera support. The collar rotates 360° so the camera and lens can be limitlessly positioned when mounted from either above or below. This maintains the balance needed for responsive shooting and sharp images, especially when using a monopod. The collar can also be removed to reduce weight when handholding the camera.
Two new apochromatic teleconverters have been designed for AF 1.4X Tele Converter Apo (D) and AF 2X Tele Converter Apo(D). These simple accessories increase the power of the lens while allowing the use of the automatic camera and lens systems. Using the 1.4X teleconverter creates the equivalent of a 98 - 280mm f/4.0 lens, and the 2X converter transforms the lens into an amazing 140 - 400mm f/5.6 telephoto zoom, fast enough to handhold with ISO100 film in broad daylight.
