What's the quality that gives some lenses (like Minolta G) a "3D" look?

Really nice photos there. Thanks for sharing. So, it's the contrast between the subject focal plane and the fore/background that makes the difference?

I assume that if you're working with a large focal plane with the lens stopped down to F22, it's more difficult to achieve this because everything is in focus.

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