Minolta x-300 35mm film slr with minolta md rokkor 50mm f/1.7 - fully tested

F2 A beautiful classic Minolta X-300 35mm film SLR, paired with the highly regarded Minolta MD Rokkor 50mm f/1.7 prime lens. This is an excellent combination for anyone who wants to enjoy genuine analogue photography with a camera that is simple enough to learn on, yet capable of producing superb results in experienced hands. The X-300 is particularly attractive for film lovers because it gives you the traditional manual SLR experience without making photography unnecessarily difficult. It offers both Aperture Priority automatic exposure and full Manual control, making it ideal for beginners entering the world of film as well as experienced photographers who enjoy controlling every part of the exposure themselves. The Legendary Minolta Rokkor 50mm f/1.7 The highlight of this kit is undoubtedly the Minolta MD Rokkor 50mm f/1.7. Minolta's Rokkor lenses earned an excellent reputation for their optical quality, beautiful colour rendering and strong contrast. This 50mm f/1.7 is a classic standard prime lens, giving a very natural field of view that is perfect for everyday photography, portraits, street photography, travel and general shooting. The bright f/1.7 maximum aperture also makes it particularly enjoyable for film photography. It allows you to shoot in lower light and create beautifully separated subjects with smooth, soft background blur. The lens included here is in excellent optical condition. The glass is clean with: - No haze - No fungus - Excellent aperture blades - Smooth and correct operation It is an excellent example of the classic Rokkor glass that helped establish Minolta's reputation among serious photographers. Bright, Clean SLR Viewfinder One of the pleasures of using the X-300 is its large and uncomplicated optical viewfinder. Instead of looking through electronic displays and menus, you see your subject directly through the lens using the camera's traditional pentaprism system. Exposure information is shown discreetly through LEDs, keeping the view clean and allowing you to concentrate on composition, manual focusing and the moment itself — exactly what makes shooting film so enjoyable. Aperture Priority or Full Manual Control For photographers beginning with film, the Aperture Priority mode is especially useful. You select the aperture and concentrate on focusing, depth of field and composition while the camera chooses the appropriate shutter speed. When you want complete control, simply use the camera manually and choose both aperture and shutter speed yourself. This makes the X-300 a camera that can grow together with the photographer rather than something that needs to be replaced once the basics have been learned. Professionally Tested This camera has been carefully tested rather than simply checked to see whether the shutter fires. The shutter speeds were tested using a dedicated shutter-speed tester, and the measured speeds are operating accurately. The built-in light meter was also checked against a professional external light meter and is reading accurately. The camera's light seals have been inspected and remain in very good, healthy condition. Their condition is also a good indication that this camera has been properly stored and looked after during its life. Mechanically, the camera passed its tests successfully and is ready to be loaded with film and enjoyed. Cosmetic Condition The camera is in excellent overall cosmetic condition, exactly as shown in the high-resolution photographs. The silver and black body presents beautifully and retains the classic appearance that makes these Minolta SLRs so attractive today. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and show the actual camera being offered. There is one small cosmetic issue on the upper side of the camera, near the shutter button: a small piece of the black cosmetic plastic is cracked and partly missing, as clearly shown in the close-up photograph. This is a common age-related issue, as this particular plastic can become brittle and crack over time. It is purely cosmetic and does not affect the camera’s operation. A Great Camera for Film Lovers For someone wanting to experience photography the traditional way, this is a particularly satisfying setup. You manually advance the film, focus through the lens, choose your aperture and create each frame deliberately rather than taking hundreds of photographs and selecting one afterwards. Combined with the fast Rokkor 50mm f/1.7, the X-300 gives you everything needed for classic 35mm photography in one beautifully balanced package. The camera operates using 2 × LR44 batteries, which are not included. A very attractive, fully tested Minolta film SLR kit with excellent Rokkor glass — ideal for anyone looking for a dependable camera to actually shoot and enjoy film, rather than simply display it.