Minolta 2024 X-370 Vintage Film Camera - Body only- Restored- CLA'd and bench tested for accuracy. Mid-Century Blue Weave Cover
The Minolta X-370 in my opinion is one of the most underrated cameras on the market for learning film photography. It is very compact, light weight and reliable. I see a lot of cameras come across my work bench and consistently the X-370's more simplistic electronics package continues to work when I see Canon, Pentax and even even the higher end versions of the Minolta line have failed, only to become a shelf queen. If your considering diving into film photography but don't have much experience with it, the X-370 is a fantastic entry point. The digital exposure meter in the viewfinder is incredibly easy to understand and you can shoot in full manual mode or aperture priority mode with ease. The X-370 also gives you an entry point into the fabulous line of Minolta ROKKOR glass, which is renowned for its optical performance. I personally own a version of most analog cameras from the major brands. When I travel or go on a hike, I often reach for this camera because of its compact size and low weight (plus its truly a joy to use). You won't go wrong with this camera. Instead of buying the overpriced Pentax K1000 and Canon AE-1, give this camera a shot, you won't be sorry you did.
(Just an opinion from a camera service technician and avid photographer :-)
Type – 35mm SLR
Lens mount – Minolta SR mount (including MC and MD lenses)
Focusing – Manual with Acute-Matte screen, microprism ring and split-image spot
Viewfinder – 0.9x magnification; 95% coverage
Exposure – Aperture-priority mode with AE lock option; Manual mode
Shutter – Electronically-controlled, horizontal-traverse cloth shutter; 1/1000 to 4 sec, stepless (in aperture-priority); 1/1000 to 1 sec and Bulb (in manual)
Meter – TTL centre-weighted; Range: EV 1–18
ISO range – 12 to 3200 with ⅓-stop detents
Batteries – Two LR44 (1.5v, alkaline-manganese) batteries. Alternatives: two 1.55v silver-oxide or one 3v lithium cell (new batteries included in camera)
Dimensions (L x H x D) – 137 x 90 x 51.5mm
Weight – 470g (excluding lens and battery)
This camera's light meter and shutter have been bench tested and found to be accurate and within tolerances. A custom blue weave cover was added. Its very attractive on this camera.
*NOTE- This is still a used, vintage camera that has seen use to some degree over the past 30-35 years. Some imperfections such as minor scuffs, dust and abrasions, while minor in appearance, may be present. This is not a new camera but great care has been taken to restore it to as new of condition as possible. The Lens I paired to 2024 this camera is clear of any haze or fungus and is in great condition to ensure you have the best experience possible. In some listings I have changed the leatherette cover to give your camera a more personal look. If you would like an X-370 in a color you don't see in my listings, reach out to me about available colors and I can make one for you. Check back on my other listings as I will be adding more Minolta lenses and accessories to pair with this camera.