Minolta X-700
✎ Edit this pageThe Minolta X-700 was an advanced 35mm SLR camera introduced in 1981, becoming one of the most popular and successful manual focus SLRs of the 1980s. This camera featured sophisticated metering with both aperture-priority auto and program auto exposure modes, making it one of the first SLRs to offer fully automatic exposure control. The X-700 included an advanced electronic shutter system with speeds from 4 seconds to 1/1000 second, comprehensive exposure compensation, and excellent viewfinder information display. Built with exceptional reliability and featuring the extensive Minolta SR lens mount system, it appealed strongly to serious amateur photographers and professionals alike. The X-700's combination of automated convenience, manual control options, and outstanding build quality made it extremely popular among enthusiasts seeking a versatile, feature-rich SLR that could handle both casual photography and serious creative work with equal competence.
