Minolta SRT 100X 35mm SLR Film Camera with 28mm f2.5 Lens
Description:
What I like about the SRT 100X is that it is one of the most solid, all-metal mechanical SLRs you can buy at this price. It is the final camera in Minolta's SRT series, built in 1977, and it has the same robust metal construction as its more expensive siblings. The shutter is entirely mechanical so it will fire at any speed whether the battery is flat or not. The match-needle metering system is simple and intuitive: you just align the needle in the viewfinder and shoot. The Minolta MD/SR mount gives you access to a wide range of affordable Rokkor lenses, and the 28mm f/2.5 fitted here is a proper wide-angle prime, fast enough for indoor use, and a natural choice for street photography, interiors, and travel. Compared to the more famous Canon AE-1 or Nikon FM, the SRT 100X is often overlooked, which means it is excellent value for a camera of this quality.
Specs:
- Type: Fully mechanical
- Max. Shutter Speed: 1/1000s (+ Bulb, down to 1s)
- Lens: Minolta MD/SR mount, 28mm f/2.5
- Modes: Manual exposure only, TTL centre-weighted match-needle metering
Battery: No battery is required as it is fully mechanical.
Due to the age of this camera and the nature of old light meters we can’t guarantee that the light meter still works. This isn’t an issue as the camera will function perfectly without batteries. To meter a scene before taking a picture we recommend using an external light meter or for you to take our online course that will teach you how to use a film camera without the use of any external tools.
How does a camera end up here?
1. Finding cameras
The journey starts with sourcing the right gear. We get cameras from various place. Most of the time people reach out to us to sell their cameras and if they’re good we’ll bring them back to the store.
2. Thorough testing.
Each item is then tested with professional testing equipment.
Cameras are then sorted internally into 3 categories:
1. Tested and passed.
2. To refurbish.
3. For parts.
3. Refurbished and cleaned
Here comes the most important step. After being tested each camera is cleaned and refurbished by our team of skilled technicians.
This goes from the compulsory light-seal change to the full CLA and electronic repair.
We want to make sure your camera to function as new.
4. Ready for a new home! With a warranty of course.
We then sell these beautifully restored cameras to you, but just to be 100% certain we also give you:
- A 6 months warranty certificate.
- 14 days no questions asked return policy.
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