Minolta Dynax 7000i
The Minolta 7000i (in the US: Minolta Maxxum 7000i , Japan: Minolta α-7700i ) is an auto-focus - SLR for miniature film . Introduced by Minolta in 1988 , it replaced the Minolta 7000 and was one of the first models in the Minolta Dynax series .
The “i” behind the model number stands for intelligence and is intended to show that it is a camera with an intelligent autofocus system. This has been significantly improved compared to its predecessor in terms of precision and speed. Another innovation is an AF auxiliary light , which also enables the use of the autofocus at a distance of up to nine meters. The accessory shoe has been completely renewed, which enables better communication between the flash unit and the camera's processor.
Specifications and equipment
The Dynax 7000i has a shutter speed of 1/4000 of a second and a flash sync speed of 1/125 of a second - data that are a normal mean today, but were excellent values back then. With a frame rate of three frames per second, the Dynax 7000i was the fastest autofocus camera at the time (without the use of an external booster).
An innovation compared to the Minolta 7000 was the multi-field metering with three autofocus sensors and a total of six metering modes (instead of one AF sensor and only one metering mode). It has four exposure programs ex works (automatic program, automatic iris, aperture priority and manual). For situation-dependent exposure programs (for example portraits or landscapes) chip cards had to be purchased separately (see below). The camera has neither a preview button nor a flash sync connector .
service
The Dynax 7000i is operated with twelve buttons and three slide switches. To change modes or functions, you have to hold or press several buttons and change the parameters with the slide switches.
Chip card system
Minolta's smart card system was used to adapt the camera to the needs of the individual. There are a number of chip cards for special applications (sports photos, portraits, landscapes, ...) and additional functions ( exposure series , program shift , multi-spot measurements, ...).
There were also chip cards for individual functions and data storage, which are in great demand for professional users.
The chip card system, which was new at the time, had various downsides despite its positive aspects. So it sometimes took a long time until the inexperienced user (who is usually dependent on the chip cards for special applications) had adjusted to a new recording situation.
Individual evidence
- ↑ Josef Scheibel: Minolta Dynax 7000i , practice, tips, technology for the latest generation AF mirror reflex system from a recognized expert, G + G Urban Munich 1988, ISBN 3-925334-17-3