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SPECIFICATIONS (XG-M MARKED RED)

Type: 35mm single-lens reflex with automatic and full manual exposure control
Lens mount: Minolta SLR bayonet, 54° rotating angle coupling for full-aperture metering and automatic diaphragm control with Minolta MD and MC lenses
(Standard lenses MD Rokkor-X 50mm f/1.4, f/1.7 or MC Rokkor-X 58mm f/1.2.
Auto-exposure control:Special low-voltage, low-current computer circuit, actuated by contact or pressure on "touch switch" operating button, varies the shutter speed continuously and steplessly to yield proper exposure according to metering system indication at the aperture, film speed, and exposure adjustment set.
Auto-exposure range: EV 2 to EV 17 (e.g., 1/2 sec. at f/1.4 to 1/1000 at f/11) at ASA 100 with f/1.4 lens
Shutter: Horizontal-traverse focal-plane type electronically controlled speeds: 1/1000 to 1 sec, steplessly on automatic mode or in steps on manual mode
Metering: Full-aperture TTL center-weighted type,  by two CdS cells mounted on either side of the eyepiece at the rear of the pentaprism
Film-speed range: ASA 25 to 1600 set on the shutter-speed/function selector
Auto-exposure adjustment: Up to ±2 EV continuous adjustment of automatic exposure with 1/2 EV click-stops and lock at "A" (zero setting)
Mirror: Oversize quick-return type (P0 value: 123mm)
Viewfinder: Eye-level fixed pentaprism type showing 93% of 24 x 36mm film-frame area
Magnification: 0.9X with 50mm standard lens focused at infinity; Acute Matte-Fresnel-field focusing screen with split-image focusing spot surrounded by microprism band.

Stepless speeds indicated by 10 light-emitting diodes; LED over-/under-range indicators; LED at "60" position also blinks as flash-ready signal with Auto Electroflash 118X - 320X
Flash sync: PC terminal and hot shoe for X sync, (disconnect when unit no installed): Electronic flash synchronizes at 1/60 sec. and slower step or stepless speeds; Class MF, M, FP flashbulbs synchronize at 1/15 or slower speeds. Extra contact on hot shoe receives signal from camera-control contact of Auto Electroflash 118X - 320x
Film advance: Motorized: Through built-in coupler key with accessory (Motor Drive 1 or) Auto Winder G. Manual: By lever with single 130° stroke after 30° unengaged movement Film-advance release button for rewinding; advancing-type frame counter and Safe Load Signal that indicates film loading and advancing conditions
Power: Two 1.5v silver-oxide cells (Ucar EPX or equivalent) contained in camera base power both auto exposure control and shutter's electronically goverened operation LED battery check indicator lights when operating switch in battery check position
Shutter will not release when voltage too low for proper operation
Self-timer: Electronic, LED indicated types; approximately 10 sec. delay
Other: 4-slot take-up spool; detachable back  cover with memo holder and ASA-DIN conversion scale
Size and weight: 52 x 89 x 138mm (2 x 3-7/16 x 5-5/8 in.) 505g (515g) without lens and power cells
Accessories: Exclusive (Motor Drive 1) and Auto-Winder G, Auto Electroflash 200X, Remote Cord S 50cm (20-in.) and Remote Cord L 5m (16-ft.); MD, MC, and other interchangeable Rokkor lenses and applicable Minolta SLR system accessories

Minolta Dynax 60

It is said, that one of the best ways to experience the joy of photography is to start with a 35mm SLR camera. Konica Minolta’s DYNAX 60 awarded the “European SLR Camera of the Year 2004-2005”. These were my starters, Minolta X-700, which I bought after Asahi Pentax Spotmatic was The European Camera of the Year 1982-83, so the line continues.

The camera has to have something to "earn" this kind of statement. What is then those features and capabilities in Minolta Dynax 60 (Minolta Maxxum 70 in USA). The EISA - European Imaging and Sound Association stated, that Minolta Dynax 60 is the ideal synthesis of attractive price and generous equipment. If you wish, it can automatically do everything, except choosing the subject and the framing but if you prefer manual control, you just go for it. Apart from its high-quality, compact body, the Dynax 60 is impressive primarily for its speed and precision in use. In this manner it is better, than my couple of years older Pentax MZ-5n.
The nine-point AF with a central cross sensor and multi-dimensional predictive focus control enables very good focusing even on moving subjects. I have still noticed that it sometimes has a tendency to a moderate hunting, specially with the rather slow. 75-300mm lens. The Dynax 60 permits manual override of the focusing system by DMF (Direct Manual Focus) on Minolta D-Series lenses. The brightness of the viewfinder is not in a class with the professional line of Minolta SLR cameras. The body is a sturdy in design sophistication, and it's packed with features and user-friendly controls that put a range of functions at your fingertips. The special feature is, that the back cover is hinged on the left side of the body to allow greater access to the film chamber when inserting the film cartridge. Once the film is loaded, an automatic film chamber lock prevents the camera from being opened until the film is rewound. As a conclusion I would state; High-Speed AF SLR with Powerful Creative Controls.

"Konica Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc. ceased the camera business on March 31, 2006. As of April 1st, 2006, Sony Corporation is providing customer service for Konica's, Minolta's, and Konica Minolta's cameras and camera-related products except for the binoculars." The potential know-how of three Japanese companies is now integrated under the lead of the giant of electronics, entertainment and financial services, Sony Corporation.