Minolta AF 80-200mm f/2.8 HS-APO G : Specifications and Opinions

Minolta AF 80-200mm f/2.8 HS-APO G

The Minolta AF 80-200mm f/2.8 HS-APO G is a tele lens for FF and APS-C, manufactured from 1993 to 2006 (discontinued). The focus is done by In-camera AF motor, it does not have image stabilization. The average price was 1500 €;

13 users have given it an average vote of 9.6 out of 10.

Specifications
Focal lenght	80-200 mm
Angle of view	30.3 - 12.4°
Format	FF, APS-C
Max. aperture	f/2.8
Aperture blades	9
Lenses/Groups	16 elements in 13 groups
Min. focus distance	1.80 meters
Reproduction ratio	0.14x
Features
Zoom type	Ring, external
Stabilization	No
Focus	In-camera AF motor
Internal Focus	No
Built and notes
Tripod ring	Yes
Extenders	No
Filters	72 mm
Lens hood	Yes, supplied
Weather sealing	No
Weight	1280 g
Dimensions	88 x 166 mm
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Rossoduc

sent on 27 Gennaio 2026

Pros: Fast AF despite still being the old system, superb quality despite its age.

Cons: I can't find any, perhaps the fairly delicate paintwork.

Opinion: Exceptional zoom, quality even at full aperture, it is not very light but the construction is tank-like. I have used it on the track in the World Championship, in MBT races, canoe races, mountaineering and everyday photos. After thirty years it still marches like a Swiss clock. I was already using it at the time of film, first the black version then the HS. After film, I switched to digital with the Minolta 7D, then Sony A 700. To finish on the Sony A 99 where it is a lethal weapon. With the adapter LA-EA 4 I also use it on the Sony A 7 II and also on the 6000 APS-C, it's just great.

Matad1974

sent on 26 Gennaio 2026

Pros: Speed of execution. Super sharp from f4 a bomb.

Cons: Weight, but not too much

Opinion: I got it as a "joke" on ebay for 300€ with a Sony LA-EA4 adapter and my A9... I follow my son's swimming competitions around Lazio, I must say that it gives me excellent photos despite being a beginner, who knows with time where he will get ;) Highly recommended and the monkey wants to take the Monster Adapter to be able to remove the translucent mirror from the adapter and recover more "light" and the possibility of tracing like a modern lens over the whole frame ... If he wins I will update you.

Josidemartino

sent on 27 Maggio 2025

Pros: Unmatched image quality, three-dimensional photos, superb colors, unbeatable blur, it's like having a series of excellent stills all in one zoom

Cons: To date it might seem "slow", but in order not to be motorized it is still a very fast glass

Opinion: I was lucky enough to own a new example, at the bottom of the warehouse, with the seals still on the box. The fact that it is enclosed in a leather and velvet case, with golden plates, makes you understand the preciousness of this lens, and appearances are followed by substance. It's one of those lenses you fall in love with, I've used it with immense satisfaction on the 700, 77II and 99, and it's been the absolute best lens in my hands. I wickedly exchanged it for a 24 70 Zeiss, the stupidest choice of my life, certain lenses should be kept forever. To date, if there was a way to use it without restrictions on A7III, I would take it back in a hurry

Alexander83

sent on 19 Gennaio 2020

Pros: Optically excellent, compact and lightweight compared to today's versions, AF very fast. Excellent construction

Cons: Non-removable tripod ring. Not flawless in tracking. Minimum focus distance 1.8m

Opinion: Exceptional optics, a real Minolta G (one of only three Minolta zoom lenses to boast the G brand). Very sharp at full opening, it becomes devastating already at f/4. Some AC remaining especially at 2.8 (it was designed for film). Amazing when you think that the optical project is from 1987 (black version). Compactness and lightness unattainable from the modern 70-200/2.8... HS version (Biancone) very fast in focus, although the accuracy in tracking does not reach the level of the Sony SSM. Spectacular mechanics... the zoom dial seems suspended on an air cushion. Metal construction, the only defect the white paint that tends to browse on practically all specimens. Finally... aesthetically it's the finest lens ever!

Raffaele V.

sent on 26 Dicembre 2016

Pros: I own the version marked "G" which arrived on the same goal, a year later. Excellent at all openings in perfect f4, fast enough, it seems the cannon of the Tiger tank.

Cons: Only the weight and the fact that the tripod socket too close to the lens barrel does not allow to use the protective socks (the mimetic to understand).

Opinion: Bought as a joke, found in excellent condition, I gave back a Sony 70-300mm f / 4.5-5.6 G SSM, and I took this (almost at the same price) at the same time the acquisition of Minolta SLR Autofocus AF500. I gained a lot in brightness and also a lot in defining (the SSM 220 to 300 was so-so), I lost in length, but with the AF500 I solved. Fully open is definitely acceptable at all focal lengths, of course it is great to f4, and f8 in a Katana, I think it's the best you could wish for, definitely like the Nikon 70-200 f2.8 VR (which costs 2 times much), even to put near the Sigma 70-200 f2.8 (a paperweight) .rnConsigliato those who do not want to spend so much exaggeration but still claims, the only problem ... in trovarlo.rn

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