title: Minolta AF Zoom 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6
text: # Minolta AF Zoom 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6
  
  Originally produced by Minolta, and currently produced by Sony, the AF 75-300mm F4.5-5.6, is a telephoto zoom photographic lens compatible with cameras using the Minolta AF and Sony α lens mounts.
  
  ## First generation
  
  The first generation body is made of metal. There is a focus limiter switch to speed up focusing. The lens and the Minolta AF 70-210mm f/4 lens are colloquially known as the "big beercan" and "beercan" by Minolta camera users because their lens shape and size closely match the proportions of a typical aluminum beer can.
  
  ## Second to third generation
  
  The optical construction is changed. The metal body is replaced by a plastic body. Consequently, the lens is much lighter. The second generation has a focus hold button. Starting from the third generation, this lens is produced in black or silver color.
  
  ## Fourth generation
  
  The new (D) type supports ADI (Advanced Distance Integration) flash metering function.
  
  ## Fifth generation
  
  After Sony purchased the Minolta Camera Division, this lens was re-released under the Sony brand. The Sony lens retains most of the Minolta design but comes with a new look.
  
  