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The only bad thing I could say about this camera is that it didn't come with a body cap to protect the mirror and interior from dust! It presents very clean. Leather is in tact, fits well, and has virtually no flaws. The only thing I can find that's not original is the neck strap loops, which should be triangular in shape and have a plastic retention clip inside. The hot shoe is functioning, the auto feature is perfect, metering is dead-on, and frame advance is crisp. I can't wait to take it out for some old-school film shooing.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
The listing made it seem as though the camera functions but even with new batteries and film the shutter doesn't fire so it cannot take photos. The body of the camera is in beautiful shape. Hopefully I can get it repaired.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
The XG-1 is Minolta's entry level manual focus SLR film camera from the late 70's and early 80's. It's very cheap, simple and easy to use. Features: - Aperture priority (you set the aperture, the camera sets the shutter speed) mode. - 1 second-1/1000 second cloth shutter with 1/60 second flash sync speed. - Uses modern, cheap batteries (2 LR44 button cells) and has an electronically controlled shutter, so most working cameras should give accurate exposure readings. Drawbacks: - No metered manual mode (camera would tell you when your manually set exposures are over or under exposed) - Capacitors are less robust than on the X series cameras and have a tendency to fail and need replacing. - All of these cameras will need a light seal replacement if they haven't had one already. The stuff turns to tar over time. This is not a difficult job, and Interslice's generic light seal kit will walk you through it. - No TTL flash metering (like on the X-570 or X-700), so you'll have to either calculate flash exposure manually or use flashes with a sensor on them. - The leatherette tends to shrink and peel away from the body. The Cameraleather website can sell you new stuff. This specific review is for the XG-1, but except for the XG-A and XG-M all the rest of the XG's are mostly the same. The XG-A takes away manual exposure and the XG-M adds depth of field preview and aperture readout in the viewfinder. I'm rating this a "4" because it's a very usable camera and a good deal at its price point, but the X-570 corrects most of the drawbacks of this camera for not much more money. For most users, I'd recommend that camera instead. The XG-1 might be a good choice if you're really on a tight budget, desire greater simplicity, and/or can live without TTL flash and metered manual mode. My ebay guide on the Minolta system or the rokkorfiles website can help you do more research on camera features and specs.Read full review
If your looking for a 35mm Film SLR for a good price: XG-1 cameras can be found for near mint in great condition and working perfectly for around 30-80 body only, or sometimes with a lens or a few lenses, Batteries are easy to find at the Grocery store or ordered online. Minolta and Rokinar Glass is high quality and can be found Mint from 200.00 or in verygood condition as low as 20-35.00 us online. This camera is easy to use and allows bracketing on a per frame basis, or full manual. Its a great user friendly 35mm Film burner at a great price. Step out of auto and step into learning about your scene as it relates to high and low tones. This gem offers a different way of thinking from digital and its dirt cheap to own!
I have had one of these cameras for a very, very long time. Since the coming of the digital age, I have been concerned in the event something happened to the one I had that I weould not be able to find a "back up." This item fit my needs perfectly. Taking it in hand was as comforting as finding an old friend. I love and loved every feature. It is easy to use, just the right size as I have smaller hands and is not too heavy to carry for a full day of photography. Thought it was good value when I bought my first and was thrilled at the price I payed for this equipment. I do have a digital camera, but I still prefer the quality of pictures I get from this Minolta.
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