{"product_id":"minolta-af-35-200mm-f-4-5-5-6-xi-lens-a-mount-excellent-with-hood","title":"Minolta AF 35–200mm f\/4.5–5.6 Xi Lens A‑Mount – Excellent with Hood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Minolta AF 35–200mm f\/4.5–5.6 Xi is a versatile power‑zoom lens designed for Minolta A‑mount and fully compatible with Sony A‑mount DSLR and SLT bodies. Covering a wide focal range from moderate wide‑angle to long telephoto, it is ideal for travel, events and general everyday shooting. The Xi power‑zoom system provides smooth, motor‑driven focal length changes, while the optical design delivers good sharpness, contrast and classic Minolta colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: Excellent\u003cbr\u003eFully tested and working. Optics are clean with no haze, fungus or separation. Autofocus is accurate and smooth, and the Xi power‑zoom operates correctly across the full range. Barrel shows minimal signs of use. Hood and caps are in excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinolta AF 35–200mm f\/4.5–5.6 Xi lens\u003cbr\u003eLens hood\u003cbr\u003eFront and rear caps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollectors Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 35–200mm Xi is one of Minolta’s most flexible zooms, offering a broad focal range in a compact package. The Xi series’ power‑zoom mechanism was an innovative feature of its era and remains popular among collectors and Minolta enthusiasts. Excellent examples with hood included are increasingly sought after due to their versatility and compatibility with both Minolta and Sony A‑mount systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e35–200mm power‑zoom range\u003cbr\u003eMinolta Xi motorised zoom system\u003cbr\u003eMinolta A‑mount\u003cbr\u003eGood sharpness and contrast\u003cbr\u003eAccurate autofocus performance\u003cbr\u003eCompact, lightweight design\u003cbr\u003eIdeal for travel, events and general telephoto use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSEO Optimised Keywords\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinolta AF 35–200mm\u003cbr\u003eMinolta Xi zoom lens\u003cbr\u003eSony A‑mount compatible lens\u003cbr\u003e35–200mm f\/4.5–5.6 Xi\u003cbr\u003eMinolta A‑mount telephoto\u003cbr\u003eVintage Minolta AF lens\u003cbr\u003eA‑mount power‑zoom lens\u003cbr\u003eMinolta 35–200mm\u003cbr\u003eSony A‑mount zoom\u003cbr\u003eMinolta Xi series lens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minolta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52438008758614,"sku":null,"price":59.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/5213\/1414\/files\/IMGP9930_a25f0c30-081f-47fd-b581-6b622d77ba6c.jpg?v=1769449054","url":"https:\/\/colinscameras.co.uk\/products\/minolta-af-35-200mm-f-4-5-5-6-xi-lens-a-mount-excellent-with-hood","provider":"Colins Cameras","version":"1.0","type":"link"}