Minolta Dynax 500si SLR & 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens

Minolta Dynax 500si SLR & 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens

All cameras are film tested, and any issues found are described below. Any photos you see in the listing are taken with this particular camera.

Lens: Minolta 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 A Mount Lens

Film speed settings: 25-5000 ISO DX, 6-6400 Manual

Film Format: 35mm

Lens Mount: Minolta A

Shutter: B/30 to 1/2000 sec

Aperture: f/3.5 to f/22

Focusing: Manual & Auto

Light Meter: Battery Powered

Battery: 2CR5

Flash: Hot Shoe & built-in

Year: 1994 - Onwards

Country: Malaysia

The good:

·         For a 30-year-old camera, it is in remarkably good condition.

·         Shutter fires well, and tested exposures reveal no timing issues.

·         Focus ring is smooth and accurate.

·         Film transport arm is smooth and solid.

·         Aperture blades move freely.

·         Flash hot works as expected.

·         Light meter reacts to light well and tends to expose well for the shadows.

The less good:

·         General wear and tear.

You can find a copy of this camera’s manual here: Minolta Dynax 500si Manual