Where can I find an affordable fisheye lens for Minolta MD mount?
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I'm looking for a fisheye lens for a Minolta MD-mount camera, ideally around $150 or less. If a true fisheye in that mount is unlikely at that budget, are there other affordable options that can give a similarly distorted ultra-wide look?
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One place I would suggest looking is KEH, an online used gear dealer. A search for MD fisheye on their site currently (as I write this post) yields nothing in the price range you're looking for, but they do seem to have 4 16mm/2.8 lenses in stock, at higher prices.
Another option would be to go and check thrift stores or street/flea markets in your area... This is an area where persistence can really pay off. Maybe you'll get lucky and find something right away, or maybe it will take a while to find the thing you're looking for in this fashion. Still, it's an option.
Another option is to search on the Craigslist site for your area. Yet another is Ebay -- I see a couple of options close to your price range, at the moment (i.e. under $200). Of course, with either of these, you'll want to be careful about who you're buying from, quality, etc. The same goes with the thrift and market options too, I suppose, though perhaps slightly less so, since in those cases you can usually get your hands on the equipment before buying (also true with Craigslist, actually, but probably not Ebay).
Happy hunting! Good luck!
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A true Minolta MD-mount fisheye will be hard to find for $150 or less. Used specialist sellers like KEH may occasionally have MD fisheyes, but they’re usually priced higher. Your best budget options are to shop used and be patient: check eBay, Craigslist/local classifieds, thrift stores, flea markets, and camera swaps.
If you want the fisheye look specifically, expect limited availability and likely a higher price. If you’re flexible and just want strong wide-angle distortion, watch for inexpensive ultra-wide manual-focus lenses in compatible mounts, but verify compatibility carefully.
For local marketplace or auction purchases, inspect condition closely: check for haze, fungus, scratches, oil on aperture blades, and smooth focus/aperture operation. Persistence is probably the key if you want to stay near your budget.
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