Minolta Dynax 9

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Front view of the Minolta Dynax 9 (here with housing cover BC-1000 , vertical format function handle VC-9 and wrist strap HS-1 )
Top view (here with hot shoe cover SC-9 )

The Minolta Dynax 9 (in the US: Minolta Maxxum 9 , in Japan: Minolta α-9 ) is a small picture - SLR that for professional photographers and dedicated amateurs is designed. It was announced by Minolta on September 15, 1998 on the occasion of photokina and the company's 70th anniversary (November 11, 1998) and presented on December 19, 1998 in Europe and Asia and in April 1999 in the USA. The Dynax 9 belongs to the Minolta 9000 AF and Dynax 9xi to the third generation of professional models in Minolta AF SLR system with A-mount and triggered after six years, the Dynax 9xi from. On March 31, 2006 , the camera was discontinued as part of Konica Minolta's withdrawal from the photo market. Official customer service expired on December 31, 2010 . The Sony α900 from 2008 can be seen as the digital successor .

The special model Minolta Dynax 9Ti (in the USA: Minolta Maxxum 9Ti , in Japan: Minolta α-9Ti ) presented in November 1999 has a housing shell made of titanium and has modified housing applications and a slightly expanded range of functions. According to Minolta, this model was released in honor of the awarding of the Japan Camera Grand Prix to the α-9 in a worldwide limited edition of 1,000 pieces, of which 90 Dynax 9Ti copies were intended for the German market.

Since 2003, both models have been upgraded to include support for lenses with a built-in AF motor ( SSM  / SAM ) and ADI flash mode as part of a hardware upgrade . In addition, various customer-specific modifications were offered by Minolta service. With many Dynax 9 copies, the special functions of the Dynax 9Ti can also be activated later .

Brief description

The Minolta Dynax 9 is an extensively equipped, extremely robust, high-performance single-lens reflex camera for 35 mm films (packaged in 135 type  cartridges ) in a recording format of 24 × 36 mm. It has a very fast autofocus system and a built-in film transport motor, which can transport up to 5.5 images per second without additional energy sources. It achieves a fastest shutter speed of 1 / 12,000 second with an X flash sync time of 1/300 second. The longest adjustable shutter speed is 30 seconds (plus BULB ). The aperture setting range supported by the camera is from f / 1 to f / 64.

The dust and moisture-proof housing is sealed with rubber seals. In the Dynax 9 it consists of a corrosion-resistant X5CrN18-10 - stainless steel (type S 30400  / AISI 304  / SUS 304  / . WNr 1.4301 aka V2A ) provided with a black UV -gehärteten polymer is coated. The champagne-colored special model Dynax 9Ti uses a case made of a titanium alloy instead . The base plate made of zinc die-casting (or in the Dynax 9Ti from a magnesium alloy ) is rubber armor on both models; the mirror box is made of stainless steel and die-cast zinc. The bayonet made of rustproof, lubricant-impregnated stainless steel has no special seal for the lens. Instead of the leather-like coating of the handle on the Dynax 9 , a softer and particularly grippy rubber was used for the Dynax 9Ti .

The extremely fast and low-vibration, vertically running focal plane shutter , the slats of which are partly made of carbon fiber-reinforced epoxy resin , is based on the shutter that was already used in the Dynax 9xi , was already considered very reliable there and still sets a world record in terms of speed . According to Minolta, it is designed for 100,000 trips. In practice, the very short flash sync time is particularly useful for flash pictures in daylight, of moving subjects and with highly opened lenses; 1 / 12,000 of a second is only needed in extreme shooting conditions, for example when shooting on highly sensitive film in strong sunlight with an open aperture . When the measuring system is already switched on, the camera achieves a shutter release delay of approx. 90 milliseconds from pressing the shutter release button to opening the shutter curtain.

The ergonomically shaped vertical format function handle VC-9 , available as an accessory, is made of X6Cr17 stainless steel (type S 43000  / AISI 430  / SUS 430  / WNr. 1.4016 ) (470 grams without batteries). For the Dynax 9Ti there was a functionally identical variant VC-9M made of a lighter magnesium alloy (equivalent to 263 grams) in Japan .

The bare camera body of the Dynax 9 weighs 910 grams without the lens and batteries (825 grams for the Dynax 9Ti ). With the telephoto lens Minolta AF Apo Tele Zoom 1: 2.8 / 80-200 mm , rechargeable batteries and vertical format function handle VC-9 , the camera combination that is capable of recording then weighs around 2.9 kilograms.

In terms of design, the Dynax 9 adopts elements of the design language of the Minolta XM Motor from 1976.

Operating concept and ergonomics

Control elements on the back: rotary knob for exposure functions, rotary ring for film transport functions, data monitor, AEL button with exposure metering method selector, slide for monitor lighting and flash ratio control as well as rear setting wheel

Compared to the previous model Dynax 9xi from 1992, a complete about-face can be seen in the draft of the operating concept . While the Dynax 9xi was mainly operated using buttons, the Dynax 9 consistently implements an analog operating concept: All frequently required functions can be accessed directly via rotary knobs or dials ; there are hardly any duplicated keys and no nested menu structures.

Due to the orientation on analog, "tangible" controls and tactility , the ergonomics should be improved compared to the previous model, the Dynax 9xi . This philosophy can also be found in a slightly modified form in the later Dynax 7 (2000) and Dynax 7D (2004).

In addition to shutter speed and aperture number , the other parameters of the individual camera functions are also adjusted using the two setting or selection wheels . The front wheel is operated with the index or middle finger, the rear wheel with the thumb of the right hand. If you support the lens with your left hand, both wheels can be operated without having to remove the camera from your eyes; If you only hold the camera in your right hand, only the front dial can be operated without practice or a wrist strap, as your thumb and palm support the camera; a thumb rest is provided for this. The assignment of the setting wheels can be adapted to user preferences via the individual functions 18 and 19; A logical exchange of the front and rear setting wheel is also possible. The setting wheels can also be completely locked to prevent accidental activation (individual function 15, see below), and in the case of the Dynax 9Ti they can also be linked to the activation of the camera's exposure system (individual function 23).

Grip sensor

Taking pictures with the Dynax 9 begins with two Minolta specialties: Assuming the activated camera in the hand, the camera this by measuring the skin conductivity over a grip sensor and switches the camera in recording standby . This works great as long as the photographer is not wearing gloves .

The exposure metering and autofocus ( AF ) are not yet activated. This is only done via the Eye-Start sensor on the viewfinder eyepiece or by tapping the shutter release .

Eye-start switch

The combination of an IR transmitter and receiver in the form of a reflex light barrier enables the camera to determine when it is approaching the eye. However, this function is controversial, in the words of the specialist author Thomas Maschke: " Opinions are divided on the Eye-Start ." In order to minimize power consumption and prevent unintentional activation of the camera, the Eye-Start sensor is normally only activated via the handle sensor switched on; However, if required, the camera can also be configured using the individual function 7 so that the eye-start sensor is activated immediately as soon as the camera is switched on using the main switch. Like almost all functions, the Eye-Start can also be switched off completely with one hand movement, e.g. B. if the detection in connection with sunglasses does not work reliably. The slide switch can also be used to lock the setting wheels using the individual function 15 (see above).

To avoid jarring when the shutter is released, the two-stage shutter release on the Dynax 9 does not have a hard click pressure point, but can be pressed down almost evenly against a slight increase in resistance. The behavior of the Eye-Start corresponds logically to the earlier three-stage sensor trigger of the Minolta 9000 AF , with which it was possible to switch between the AF-C and AF-S modes by applying different pressure .

A possible disadvantage of the mechanical-tactile operating concept for less experienced users can be seen in the fact that the Dynax 9, unlike many other modern cameras with an electronic-digital operating concept, does not have a so-called "panic button". This usually resets the camera to a defined state, usually fully automatic with standard settings, at the push of a button. Mechanical control elements naturally cannot be reset electronically.

The mechanical settings clearly show the set functions optically and tactilely. The labeling of the rotary knobs for the automatic exposure and the exposure correction is on the Dynax 9 backed with phosphorescent color and thus glows greenish in the dark; With the Dynax 9Ti , the switch position can instead be felt through a relief structure on the caps.

Furnishing

In terms of its equipment, the Dynax 9 is aimed at demanding photographers who expect high functionality and only competes with a few other cameras in this segment.

Diopter adjustment wheel and eyepiece lock on the viewfinder (here with red indicator when the eyepiece is closed and without the EC-9 eyecup )

The full format viewfinder - one of the very few 100 percent viewfinders in AF SLR cameras - offers a very bright, clear and large viewfinder image with a magnification of 0.73 ×; As a high-eyepoint viewfinder, it is designed for an interpupillary distance of up to 22.1 millimeters, which can also be seen by people who wear glasses . Such an elaborate construction can only be found in a revised form in the Sony α900 . The viewfinder can be covered with a flick of the thumb with a built-in eyepiece lock and has an adjustable diopter compensation (−3.0 to +1.0 diopters). Additional eye correction lenses (for a total correction range of −5.6 to +5.4 diopters) can be snapped into the eyepiece frame, and the foldable 2.3 × viewfinder magnifier Vn and the rotatable angle viewfinder Vn with switchable magnification of 1 , 0 × / 2.0 × mount. Six self-user exchangeable Acute-Matte - shims are supported: 9 G (Standard disc with spherical acute matte ), 9 L (with grid lines), 9 S (with reticle and scale scales), 9 M (grainier version of G with super spherical acute matte for manual focusing), 9 ML (combination of M and L ), 9 Mii (even more granular special matt disc).

Only the necessary information is displayed in the viewfinder (green, self-illuminating). Although this creates an overview, the camera must occasionally be taken from the eye to check special settings in the data monitor.

In addition to the viewfinder, the photographer is provided with status information via an LCD data monitor on the top of the housing; The display includes shutter speed, aperture, film sensitivity, exposure compensation, AF point selection, film transport speed, self-timer advance, image number and graduation for (flash) exposure series, image number of a series of exposures or multiple exposure, data storage indicator, data storage area and data retrieval, individual function and option number, battery status in seven fields , Frame counter, film loading control, indicator for film transport and rewinding as well as for release priority ("RP" ). A greenish background lighting for the data monitor can be switched on with a slide button on the right side of the rear wall; When taking flash photos with several system flash units, this slide has a second function to activate the flash ratio control.

In practice, the data monitor display is considered to be very tidy and functional, as it only shows the relevant parameters, usually the battery and film status, time and aperture. All other parameters can be read off at a glance on the analog control elements or - at least in part - can also be felt.

On the left side of the housing, next to the lens bayonet, there is a switch for changing between automatic ( AF ) and manual focusing ( MF aka "M"), directly above the lens release button and, diagonally below, a rotary selector for the focus modes AF-S , AF-A and AF -C (see below). To the right of the lens bayonet is the stop-down button for the depth of field preview, which is mandatory for this camera class . The logic behind this arrangement is that the controls belonging to the optics and focusing are actually located near the lens .

Flash synchro connection (here without screw cap), above left rotary knob and rotary ring for exposure corrections

A standardized flash sync connection is located on the left, a remote control connection on the right side of the housing and a proprietary Minolta accessory or hot shoe can be found on the top of the housing. External flash units or accessories such as flash cables, the wireless remote control IR-1 (n) or the CD-1000 close - up diffuser can be attached here.

Not only external flash units or the external wireless remote flash controller are attached to the accessory shoe , but also, for example, the wireless IR remote control IR-1 (n) , which is available as an external accessory , with its invisible control flashes, the camera from a distance of up to 60 meters can be triggered. Three camera groups can be remotely controlled independently of one another. However, the IR-1 (n) is not a radio trigger, so there must always be visual contact between the receiving unit and the IR trigger. In practice, this works reliably indoors even around corners and through small obstacles.

In conjunction with the self-timer, the camera has a mirror lock-up option for particularly low-vibration and low-noise releases. A film level marking that is important in macro photography as a reference point for distance measurements is engraved on the top of the housing. The camera has a metal-framed tripod connection that is aligned with the optical axis on the underside of the camera. To mount camera straps and hand straps, there are three stable strap eyelets anchored in the chassis, two on the left and right on the top of the camera and one below the handle. In addition, it is possible to independently and simultaneously mount up to two HS-1 hand straps on the camera and the VC-9 vertical format function handle, which also has two strap eyelets, which allows a secure hold in all operational situations and particularly fast assembly and disassembly of the handle . The fact that the camera batteries can remain in the camera also contributes to the ease of use and particularly space-saving stowability of the portrait function handle - the latter a concept that Sony only took up again in 2012 with the portrait format handle VG-C99AM of the SLT-A99V .

The camera is also characterized by other detailed solutions: The flash synchro connection works with studio flash systems with positive and negative polarity (up to an ignition circuit voltage of 400 volts) and is protected by a screw-on cap, special functions that are rarely required are behind a hinged and spring-locked door "Accessible, the remote control connection is hidden behind a sliding, captive flap, the rear wall is reliably protected against accidental opening with a twist and flap fastener, and the two upper strap eyelets are provided with movable triangular rings and artificial leather strips to make them easier to carry.

Exposure system

Rotary knob for exposure functions and rotary ring for film transport functions, next to film level marking

The range of exposure functions is also relatively complete. The exposure program can be selected using the right of the two rotary knobs; in connection with system lenses are at full aperture measurement time delay ( auto iris , "S" from the English. Shutter Priority ) and aperture priority ( automatic timer , "A" of Engl. Aperture Priority ), automatic program ( "P" from the English. Program ) and manual exposure control with Nachführbelichtungsmessung ("M" from English manual ) is available.

The automatic program is fully movable as soon as the individual function 18 is set to the value 2. The so-called “creative” program shift means that the time / aperture combination determined by the automatic program can be “shifted” as desired using the rear or front setting wheels; the Dynax 9 knows this two modes: shutter priority ( Ps ) and Aperture Priority ( Pa ). In connection with the exposure correction (left rotary knob), the photographer gains full control over the exposure even when taking pictures with program automatic. The Dynax 9Ti offers even more flexibility in configuration in this area; there can optionally one of the dials u. a. with Pa and Ps are occupied, the other with exposure compensation.

The Dynax 9 does not offer motif programs due to its focus on professional photographers. The exposure programs are - compared to older generations of cameras - quite sophisticated. In addition to the subject brightness and lens data, they also take into account the type of subject; with fuzzy logic tried the camera to recognize typical shooting situations such as landscape, portrait, close or sports.

With the "AEL" key (English for Automatic Exposure Lock ) a measured value can be saved and the image section can then be selected as required. If the exposure lock is activated in "M" mode, this acts like a program shift when adjusting the time or aperture . H. the other value is conveniently shifted in the opposite direction so that the exposure does not change (so-called manual shift ). The AEL button can be switched between tactile and latching behavior.

The permanent light exposure metering types are "intelligent" 14-zone multi-field metering, center-weighted integral metering and spot metering, which can be easily switched with the thumb using a three-way switch on the right-hand side of the back:

The spot measurement is marked in the viewfinder by a spot measuring circle with a diameter of 5.5 millimeters. It covers around 2.7 percent of the image area and thus enables extremely precise exposure measurement (measuring range 3 to 20 EV).

The center-weighted integral metering brings in 80 percent of the measured exposure from the image center delimited by the three central measuring honeycombs and 20 percent from the surrounding areas (measuring range 0 to 20 EV).

The multi-field measurement  - called honeycomb multi-zone measurement or honeycomb pattern metering by Minolta - measures in 13 hexagonal honeycomb segments and a background segment (measuring range 0 to 20 EV); it is linked to the autofocus and weights the segments recognized as important for the image (including those that are in focus). This measuring mode can detect complicated shooting situations such as back light or high subject contrasts with high accuracy, but a targeted spot measurement is even more reliable . If the camera is switched to manual focusing, the camera switches back to center-weighted integral measurement due to the lack of distance information despite the selected multi-field measurement mode, provided that the respective housing does not have the SSM / ADI upgrade and a lens with a built-in distance encoder is mounted.

In connection with the AF-linked multi-field metering, the exposure metering in the AF-S and AF-A modes is automatically frozen when the focus is confirmed, but the metering can be renewed by briefly tapping the shutter release again. Without confirmation of focus, in the AF-C and MF modes as well as in center-weighted integral metering and spot metering, the exposure is only saved when the "AEL" button is pressed .

In conjunction with non-electrically coupled third-party lenses and adapters, the camera works with aperture metering and provides automatic timing and manual exposure control in combination with center-weighted integral metering and spot metering. If necessary, the "release lock without attached lens" must be deactivated beforehand using the individual function 16.

Rotary knob for exposure correction (with lock) and rotary ring for flash exposure correction

The Dynax 9 lacks a special light or shadow measurement , as it still had the Minolta 9000 AF . Instead, manual exposure correction must be used, which is modified by +/- 2 or +/- 3 EV using the left of the two rotary knobs. The step size of the exposure correction can be switched between 0.3 and 0.5 EV by lifting and turning the exposure correction wheel by 180 °; the rotary knob can be locked with a locking lever if necessary. An effect comparable to the light and shadow measurement of the Minolta 9000 AF can be achieved by controlling about +/- 2 1/2 exposure levels ( EV ), because the light measurement of the 9000 AF corresponded to a fixed exposure correction of +2.3 EV, the shadow measurement a correction of −2.7 EV. If the exposure correction is placed on one of the setting wheels via the individual function 18, these values ​​can be set precisely, since with this method a correction range of +/- 3 EV is also possible in 1/3 EV steps; Using the dedicated rotary knob, you are limited to +/- 3 EV with 1/2 EV increments and +/- 2 EV with 1/3 EV increments.

In addition to normal exposure compensation, the Dynax 9 also has an independent flash exposure compensation function . This is adjusted using a rotary ring below the rotary knob for exposure correction in the range of +/- 3 EV in 1/2 EV increments. In contrast to the latter, however, this rotating ring cannot be locked.

A specialty of the Dynax 9 is the exposure indicator ( meter index ), which is displayed as an analog scale on the right of the viewfinder. It visualizes the difference between a fixed measured value and the current measurement on a scale or shows the set exposure correction. Such a function is known from hand-held exposure meters , but so far unique in a single-lens reflex camera.

Autofocus system

As with all 35mm autofocus SLR cameras from Minolta, the AF motor is located in the camera housing ("pole AF") and not in the lens (as in Canon's EOS models), but Minolta and Sony have also been offering lenses since 2003 integrated AF motor. The Dynax 9 and Dynax 9Ti models presented in 1998 and 1999 were the last housings in the system that did not support these new SSM ( Super Sonic Wave ) and SAM ( Smooth AF Motor ) lenses directly from the factory , with manual focus and focus confirmation in the viewfinder, however, they can also be used on these housings. Support for SSM or SAM (and compatible lens types from third-party suppliers) can be retrofitted to both housings with the so-called SSM / ADI upgrade by Service (see below).

Three-way switch for AF mode

The focus measurement of the Dynax 9 is based on three CCD sensors, including a central cross sensor. The autofocus through the lens works on the principle of passive phase detection , so it is not a (slow) video autofocus , as it is used by many current digital cameras .

The system is as omni-directional Predictive AF (engl. Omni-Dimensional Predictive Focus Control ) designed that attempts to proactively determine the interval at which the (moving) motif at the moment of recording will be located. This largely reliable system avoids aimlessly driving through the focusing area, as can often be seen with AF cameras of earlier generations or with today's video AFs, but has its limits in shooting situations in which the subject moves in an unpredictable way (For example, a hare hooked on the run). Thanks to optimized control, the noise generated by the autofocus drive has been reduced compared to previous camera models, despite the significantly higher speed. The camera is one of the fastest AF cameras in the system, along with the Dynax 7 and Sony α900 . The focusing speed can be limited if necessary via the individual function 17, which z. B. is useful in macro photography or to further reduce the background noise in connection with conventional lenses.

The same Minolta cross-type sensor was also used by Hasselblad in the H1 (2002), which was also marketed in Japan as the Fujifilm GX645AF Professional ; However, Hasselblad did without further AF sensors, as it was believed that only the photographer himself - and not the camera electronics - should determine the focus point. According to test reports, the AF system works “surprisingly quickly and reliably” even with just this one Minolta sensor (ColorFoto 12/2002, p. 43). According to the manufacturer, the Dynax 9 processes movement patterns of up to 15 millimeters / second in the film plane; In connection with the Minolta lens AF Apo Tele 2.8 / 300 mm , z. B. 40 km / h fast objects up to a distance of 8 meters to the camera.

In weak light, measuring flashes from a red three-beam LED (which also serves as a two-stage status indicator during the self-timer sequence) provide a working range of 0.7 to 7 meters even at less than −1 EV (i.e. less than 0.06 cd / m²) for sharp pictures - provided that the photographer does not take the picture free-hand. In the autofocus mode AF-C as well as in connection with telephoto lenses from a focal length of 300 mm or magnifying lens AF Macrozoom 3 x -1 x remains the AF illuminator (English. AF illuminator ) deactivated; With the Dynax 9Ti , it can also be switched off using the individual function 22. If a flash unit with an integrated AF auxiliary light is mounted on the camera, it usually takes over the function of the built-in AF auxiliary light.

The camera's AF system has three modes: a static memory autofocus ( AF-S aka "S"), a continuously tracking autofocus ( AF-C aka "C") and an automatic function ( AF-A aka "A") which the camera automatically selects one of the two basic modes. The AF mode is selected by a three-way switch on the front of the housing, where it can be switched with the left hand even without eye contact. When Eye-Start is activated , the camera always works in AF-C and at slow focusing speed as long as the shutter release button has not yet been pressed.

The focus determined by the camera is indicated in the viewfinder and can be saved by pressing the shutter release button. In connection with the storage of an exposure measurement by pressing the "AEL" button on the back of the housing, the photographer has the greatest possible freedom in composing images by pressing two buttons.

With the "AF" button on the right rear of the camera you can - depending on how you have configured this button with individual function 9 - either select a specific AF measuring field or force a spot AF with the middle sensor. The Dynax 9 shows which AF point is active in the viewfinder.

Film transport

The Dynax 9 has a built-in, coreless electric motor for film transport , by means of which the film is automatically threaded, transported in register and rewound; there is no longer an option for manual rewinding of the film, as offered by the Minolta 9000 AF from 1985; Without electricity, you can only access a film that has not yet been rewound in a darkroom or with a changing bag without loss . The film feed control is done electromechanically without slipping , so that the camera is also suitable for infrared films (a special IR film pressure plate without "depressions" was temporarily available from Minolta Service, but is out of stock). The film speed is electronically scanned and adjusted for DX-coded films , but can be overridden manually. Individual function 4 can be used to configure whether a film sensitivity that has been adjusted once should be retained when a new film with the same DX sensitivity is inserted or whether it should be reset to the DX-coded value. For DX-coded films it is also possible to use the individual function 8 to set whether the film counter counts forwards or backwards. For the last nine shots, a countdown is displayed in the viewfinder as a warning that the film is about to end.

The camera has six different film transport modes, which can be selected on the right rotary ring below the rotary knob for the exposure programs:

  1. Single image release ("DR-S", English Drive Single );
  2. Continuous image release ("DR-C", English Drive Continuous ) with up to 4.5 images per second with autofocus or 5.5 images per second with manual focus;
  3. Exposure series (or flash exposure series) with single image release ("BR-S", Bracketing Single );
  4. Exposure series with continuous image release ("BR-C", Bracketing Continuous );
  5. Self timer ; the lead time can be set to two seconds (with mirror lock-up) or ten seconds (can be canceled at any time);
  6. Multiple Exposure (. "ME", English Multiple Exposure ); there is no limit to the number of exposures, but the data monitor only counts the first nine from M1 to M9 .

The frame rate for continuous release can be configured in two stages ("Hi" for Speed ​​Priority and "Lo" for Silence Priority ) with the "ADJ" button .

The automatic exposure bracketing is configured for the special functions with the "ADJ" button on the right side of the housing; You can set three, five or seven different exposures per subject in steps of 0.3, 0.5, 0.7 or 1.0 EV. These settings can be made independently of each other for continuous light (BR) and flash light exposure series (FBR). In program automatic P , both time and aperture are adjusted for continuous light recordings, in exposure modes S and Ps the aperture, in modes A , Pa and M, however, the time. If you want to adjust the aperture in M mode instead (e.g. in connection with studio flash systems), you can also press the "AEL" button during the first exposure of the series of exposures. In the case of flash exposure series with system flash units, the exposure is adjusted instead by adjusting the flash intensity. The desired sequence of the individual exposures in a series can be configured using the individual function 11. Exposure series with single image release are also possible across a film change.

A specialty is the camera-assisted partial exposure of films ( mid-reload function), a possibility that was previously only realized in the Advanced Photo System . A partially exposed film can be rewound at any position and another film can be inserted and exposed; you just have to remember the number of images exposed so far. This is set when the rest of the first film is exposed using the "ADJ" button and is automatically advanced to the unexposed image position. All of this can also be done manually, as long as the film tongue is not pulled into the cartridge during return transport (configurable via 'Individual function 3), but the mid-reload function is more convenient and precise because it saves film.

Individual function 2 can be used to determine whether the camera rewinds the film automatically when the end of the film is reached or waits for the rewind button to be pressed beforehand, so that a favorable opportunity can be awaited whether the film tongue (e.g. for the mid-reload Function or development in your own laboratory) should remain outside the cartridge or be drawn into it, and whether the rewind should be "fast" (about six seconds for a 36-film) or "quiet" (individual function 12). By briefly pressing the rewind button during rewinding, the speed can also be adjusted ad hoc to the situation; an “emergency stop” of rewinding is also possible at any time by switching off the camera prematurely.

power supply

Select the power supply on the vertical format function handle VC-9

The Dynax 9 is supplied with two lithium batteries of the type CR123A (compatible: DL123A , K123LA and EL123AP ) with a voltage of 6 volts (= 2 x 3 volts in series) which cannot be replaced by rechargeable batteries. The VC-9 vertical format function handle , which is available as an optional accessory, allows greater flexibility in the choice of power supply. The camera's own batteries can remain in the camera and in addition to the - depending on the battery type - up to two battery sets in the handle can be used, so that a total of up to three energy sources are available at the same time.

Battery insert of the vertical format function handle VC-9 (here equipped with Mignon cells)

In addition to the type CR123A batteries , lithium batteries of the type 2CR5 and Mignon cells (type AA ) can also be used. The Dynax 9 requires four cells from the latter , and alkaline manganese batteries as well as nickel cadmium or nickel metal hydride batteries can be used. Alkaline-manganese or normal NiMH cells deliver the best results at temperatures not below 0 ° C, whereas nickel-cadmium or special NiMH batteries are particularly suitable for temperatures below zero. The lowest possible cell internal resistance is desirable for prompt film transport and rapid flash cycle times ; If the camera is not used constantly, you should also ensure that the cells self-discharge as little as possible.

According to Minolta, a set of camera batteries can typically be used to expose 30 films of 36 pictures each, so Mignon cells in the VC-9 are sufficient for 45 films of 36 pictures; Half of this is more realistic (heavily dependent on usage), but at least over 400 images. With a second battery set, you already achieve a high degree of independence from a power socket.

particularities

Special functions behind cover cap

Other special features of the camera include the 100 percent viewfinder (so-called full-screen viewfinder) with exchangeable micro-honeycomb panels, integrated individual functions for adapting the camera to individual user requirements, as well as the option of storing photo-technical data as well as an optional vertical format function handle VC-9 for vertical format photos and additional power supply options with Mignon batteries or accumulators.

The Dynax 9 can also save the technical photo data (aperture, shutter speed, focal length, effective flash and continuous light exposure correction (if necessary, including an ongoing (flash) exposure series), exposure function and exposure metering method) of up to seven films of 36 exposures, even without system accessories ; the data can be called up via the data monitor on the top of the housing, but cannot be read from the camera. If you need the recording specifications, you have to copy them off manually.

With the DM-9 data backplane available as an accessory , this functionality can be automated and expanded. The DM-9 stores the above. Parameters as well as a few more such as time and date (18 in total) of up to 400 films with 36 recordings each on a FAT12 -formatted SmartMedia memory card with a capacity of 2 (or 4) megabytes . With 8 (or 16) megabyte memory cards the storage capacity increases to 900 films. According to the specification, larger cards cannot be used. The card can easily be read out on the PC and processed there. A universally applicable text file separated by tabs is used as the data format . In addition, the DM-9 can also imprint a selection from a group of seven parameters into the film webs in register, without the information becoming visible on the images themselves. There is a pure data backplane under the name QD-9 .

Internal flash unit

For the first time, a flash unit has been integrated into the camera housing of a 35mm SLR camera for professional use. It has a guide number of  12 at ISO 100/21 ° and illuminates subjects with lenses up to a wide angle of 24 mm. The sense of such a feature in a professional camera is controversial, it is useful in any case in studio photography, since it can trigger wireless remote controllable external flash units or a flash system . When folded, the flash lies well protected in a recess in the housing and is thus - in line with professional standards - hardly in danger of being damaged.

Portrait handle on the VC-9 portrait function handle

In addition to the additional power supply options, the vertical format function handle VC-9 also offers improved grip and a vertical format handle with a complete set of control elements; both the shutter release and both dials and the "AEL" and "AF" buttons are duplicated. The original, quite heavy VC-9 was later supplemented by a lighter version made of a magnesium alloy (VC-9M).

As a professional camera, the Dynax 9 can be used in extreme temperatures. Minolta specifies −20 to +50 ° C as the permissible working temperature range. These temperatures can easily be reached at lunchtime in the Libyan desert , for example . The black housing then heats up very quickly, but - in contrast to Sigma lenses, for example  - works absolutely reliably. (According to reports from expedition members, the camera works reliably even at −30 ° C, albeit outside of its official specification.)

The Dynax 9 can be adapted to the preferences of the photographer with a total of 21 so-called individual functions. For example, the function of some buttons can be reconfigured or the behavior of the film rewind (fast and loud or slow and quiet) can be configured. The Dynax 9Ti offers 23 individual functions as well as an additional fourth entry under function 18. In connection with the SSM / ADI upgrade, an additional fourth entry under individual function 20 is added to both models. With Dynax 9 housings from later production batches as well as those that have had the SSM / ADI upgrade, the special functions of the Dynax 9Ti can also be activated using an undocumented trick .

Lens system

Lens bayonet with control contacts

For the connection of interchangeable lenses Minolta relies on the 1985 with the Minolta 7000 AF introduced A-mount , the 2004 from Konica Minolta continued and in 2006 by Sony for Sony α was acquired system. The bayonet itself consists of lubricant-impregnated sintered stainless steel; The objective is changed by pressing the bayonet release, followed by a rotation of 54 °. The flange focal length , i.e. the distance between the lens system and the film plane , is 44.50 mm. The data exchange between lens and camera electronics takes place via eight gold-plated, spring-loaded contact pins. Older housings and lenses only have five lens contacts.

The Dynax 9 and Dynax 9Ti basically support all existing A-bayonet lenses from Minolta , Konica Minolta , Sony and Zeiss . In a few cases, give rise to minor functional limitations, such as the illuminated image circle of the DT lenses for APS-C - DSLRs not the full small picture format, at xi - and Power Zoom system lenses are only the basic functions and motorized zooming and focusing, the car Compact function and the focal length display in the viewfinder are available, and SSM and SAM lenses can only be used with manual focus without the SSM / ADI upgrade. Even with this upgrade, ADI flash operation is only possible in conjunction with lenses that have a built-in distance encoder. Some lenses from third-party manufacturers also show compatibility problems, which then also affect many other housings.

Minolta's range of AF lenses has grown over the decades; it ranges from a fisheye lens with 16 mm to a super-telephoto lens with a focal length of 600 mm (8 mm mm to 1000, if compatible system lenses counts from other manufacturers), and also includes a number of very special high quality lenses such as Spiegeltele- , Softfocus- , Macro - and magnifying lenses such as the AF Macro Zoom 3 × -1 × 1: 1.7-1: 2.8 / 45-52 mm , which achieves an image scale of 1: 1 to 3: 1 (i.e. three times the magnification!). Another Minolta specialty is the Smooth Trans Focus STF 135 mm f / 2.8 [T4.5-T6.7] , in which the unsharp area can be specifically influenced using an apodization filter . Since 2006, various ZA lenses from Zeiss have also been expanding the range.

Any medium format lenses ( Zörk ) as well as microscopes and telescopes can be connected to the Dynax 9 via T2 adapters from third-party manufacturers . Also available are M42 adapters for lenses with interchangeable thread adapter for MF lenses from Minolta , Nikon , Pentax u. a.

Zörkendörfer's mini macro screw , bellows devices from Novoflex and intermediate rings from Soligor / Kenko are of interest for microphotography . Other specialties from third-party manufacturers are multi-focus systems for sharpening expansion according to Scheimpflug and panorama shift adapters, as well as shift and tilt lenses from Schneider Kreuznach , Hartblei , BIG and Samyang .

Flash system

The Dynax 9 is fully integrated into the very flexible and sophisticated Minolta AF flash system.

For particularly reliable exposure results, depending on the operating mode, the camera combines the classic Minolta TTL direct measurement ( Direct TTL Flash ) based on the principle of measuring the light reflected from the film back into the mirror box ( TTL-OTF ) with a pre-flash measurement ( Preflash) TTL aka P-TTL ). The camera uses in conjunction with the TTL pre-flash directly before shooting with still folded-down mirror the 14  silicon -Messzellen the honeycomb field measurement in the finder housing weighting and implemented during the exposure itself via respective silicon measuring cell in the mirror box either a 4-cell Multi-field flash metering, integral flash metering and - for the first time - a flash spot metering.

The internal flash or the respective external system flash units support both full and fill flash as well as programmed flash, aperture priority, automatic iris and manual flash.

In conjunction with the "AEL" button, long-term flash synchronization ( slow sync ) is possible. Synchronization to the second shutter curtain ( Rear Flash ) is also supported, as is ratio control ( Ratio Flash ) between several groups of flash units, even wireless.

The internal flash also supports a special pre-flash mode against " red eyes " ( Red Eye Reduction ). Appropriately equipped system flash units offer additional functions such as stroboscopic flash or modeling light.

When the dimmer button is pressed and in conjunction with the two-second self-timer and when synchronizing with the second shutter curtain, the 4-cell multiple field flash measurement is not available and the camera may automatically switch to integral flash measurement.

With wireless flashing via the built-in flash unit or a mounted wireless remote flash controller , synchronization is always carried out at 1/60 of a second, with direct flashing using the built-in flash, attached system flash units or the flash cable system, shutter speeds down to 1/300 of a second are possible. In addition, with appropriately equipped system flash units, the proprietary short-term flash synchronization ( HSS for High Speed ​​Synchronization ) is also supported by cable, which enables flashing with shutter speeds down to 1 / 12,000 of a second.

If a pre-flash measurement is not possible or useful (e.g. because the internal flash unit or an external flash unit is used before the HS series, if "H" / "HSS" has been deactivated in the flash unit, in conjunction with the two-second Self-timer, when synchronizing to the second shutter curtain or in TTL wireless mode) or for other reasons no pre-flash measurement is desired (e.g. when remote ignition of light servo-coupled flash systems, when working with flash exposure or color meters, under illumination of fluorescent lamps, with filters or around eyelid reflexes especially sensitive people in portraits), the camera can also work with the classic TTL-OTF method without pre-flash. During the short-term synchronization, however, the shutter is never fully open, so the camera has to rely entirely on a pre-flash measurement (without TTL-OTF support).

In conjunction with the SSM / ADI upgrade (see below), the camera also supports the ADI flash method ( Advanced Distance Integration ), in which the distance information from newer lenses with built-in distance encoders is also evaluated in order to control the flash output and natural To guarantee flash results even if the reflectivity of the main subject is below or above average (e.g. flashing in a mirror or with a partially disturbing obstacle in the foreground). In connection with the built-in flash unit, the camera always combines ADI with TTL-OTF (without pre-flash), in connection with an attached ADI -compatible system flash device, however , ADI also works with pre-flash. ADI (also via TTL flash cable) is not possible with remote flash units , as the camera cannot then use the data from the distance encoder in the lens to determine the distance between the flash unit and the object.

All original AF flash units (i.e. the AF , i , xi , HS , HS (D) series and 2500 (D) , SF-1 , Wireless Remote Flash Controller and Macro Flash Controller MFC-1000 ), their attachments and accessories and the TTL lightning cables can be used in full within the scope of the capabilities of the respective devices; merely for the particular Dynax 3000i constructed Mini Strobes D-314i and D-316i are incompatible, the data receiver DR-1000 can indeed remote trigger the camera, but not from Flashmeter IV transferred received exposure data in the camera and in the flash devices of the first AF generation that have to be connected via an FS-1100 adapter, the AF auxiliary light of the flash unit does not work. The Control Grip CG-1000 does not fit mechanically and may have to be modified and connected by cable before installation. The Sony flash units HVL-F36AM , HVL-F56AM and HVL-MT24AM can be used without restrictions, with the exception that the macro ring flash head 1200AF or R-1200 cannot be electrically mounted on the HVL-MT24AM and instead the Control Unit 1200AF or the MFC-1000 must be used. Later Sony HVL-AM flash units such as the HVL-F20AM , HVL-F42AM , HVL-F43AM and HVL- F58AM no longer support the TTL-OTF -based wireless flash protocol of the film housing, but can otherwise still be used. Flash units with Sony's multi-interface hot shoe (such as the HVL-F60M ), which was introduced in 2012, can be connected via the ADP-AMA adapter or the flash cable system, provided the flash unit has the appropriate socket.

criticism

Rear view (here without EC-9 eyecup , but with vertical format function grip VC-9 and wrist strap HS-1 )

In addition to the advantages of the Dynax 9 presented in detail, there are few more or less serious annoyances:

  • On the one hand, there is the rotary ring for the flash exposure correction below the left rotary knob, which can be adjusted in the camera bag or backpack under unfavorable conditions. However, this applies to a greater extent to the originally very smooth and non-lockable function selector below the right-hand rotary knob for the automatic exposure. In later batches of the Dynax 9 as well as the Dynax 9Ti , this selector switch is designed to be much more difficult to move at the factory. In the early models, however, the locking behavior of the knobs can easily be adjusted by the Minolta service. The possibility of adaptation is of course also available for owners of later housing batches who prefer the originally smoother locking behavior.
  • The spartan displays of the Dynax 9 are often perceived as annoying . All important states are either clearly displayed or can be read directly from the respective switch, but one often wants comprehensive viewfinder displays that contain all information at a glance. As a counter-argument, it is often suggested that the camera remains very clear in this way and does not distract from the subject, but it would have been easy to set the scope of the displays using a further individual function. The camera does not have a seconds display in BULB mode or during the self-timer.
  • The camera is not on the use of small-screen instant slide film (Engl. Polaroid Polachrome  / Polapan AutoProcess instant film suitable) because the TTL flash metering not work reliably (this is true in general for all housing with internal measurement ) and the film leader of such Films due to the additional perforations u. U. can get caught in the take-up reel of the Dynax 9 (can be detached in the darkroom  / changing bag ). However, these special films were no longer widespread when the camera was released and have long since disappeared from the market.
  • The Dynax 9 reaps the most negative points compared to its younger sister, the Dynax 7 . This camera does not have the robust housing of the Dynax 9 , viewfinder and shutter are not so sophisticated and the AF motor is not as attractive, but technically the younger one is a good step further in almost all points. Starting with factory-built support for newer lenses with built-in AF motors ( SSM etc.), the improved AF module with more sensors, the ADI flash operation with new (D) lenses with built-in distance encoders , the distance encoder built into the camera housing itself for easier ADI flash mode and multi-field metering even without (D) lenses and in "MF" position, automatic AF / MF switching with DMF slip clutch ( Direct Manual Focus ) for manual override of the AF setting, the Improved mid-reload , which now also works for multiple exposures across the film, the aperture setting that is still possible during stopping down, the display of the exact depth of field and image scales while stopping down (D) lenses, the graphic display of the Brightness distribution over the individual honeycombs of the multiple field measurement, the built-in STF function to achieve particularly soft S. Sharp-fuzzy transitions, the user-definable configuration memory locations, the program shift with "end stop", which is no longer possible beyond the setting ranges that are valid for correct exposure, as well as the already mentioned significantly more extensive viewfinder and monitor displays, you will always want a Dynax 9 successor, equipped with the technical achievements of the Dynax 7 . Since the cameras are very similar in terms of their basic concept, it is surprising why Minolta did not bring out such a camera - there would have been a demand. At least SSM and ADI support for the Dynax 9 could be retrofitted by Minolta Service or, after the takeover of KonicaMinolta, for a while by runtime contract . In the meantime, however, that is history, and Runtime Contract no longer offers a camera service. The costs for this amounted to 150 EUR plus shipping costs and VAT from 2003 to 2008, with proof of purchase for an SSM lens, Minolta and Konica Minolta upgraded the camera electronics free of charge until 2006, but Sony generally no longer took over the costs. The SSM / ADI upgrade was sold out since autumn 2008. Due to the sustained demand for this upgrade, the Minolta Forum launched a worldwide initiative to persuade Sony to resume the conversion service for the Dynax 9 , which resulted in the last 200 conversion kits worldwide being processed by Runtime Contract since April 2009 can, but now for 200 EUR plus shipping costs and VAT.
  • Another general desideratum is the lack of an image stabilization system in Minolta SLR cameras. However, this would only be possible by using stabilizers in the lenses, not like the new Konica Minolta and Sony DSLRs with the camera-based AntiShake ("AS") or SteadyShot system ("SSS" / "SSI"). However, since 2009, the third-party manufacturer Sigma has also been offering a number of full-frame lenses with an integrated "OS" image stabilizer for the A-bayonet. While Sigma-HSM lenses initially had compatibility problems in connection with SSM-capable film housings such as the Dynax 9 , there have been initial reports since 2010 that both the HSM drive and the "OS" image stabilizer of current models are also used on the Dynax 9 works with SSM upgrade. However, since Sigma does not guarantee this property and older lens models are not compatible, a purchase should always be carried out on a case-by-case basis.
  • Some professional users miss various special functions and accessories in a camera of this class: For example, the camera does not offer any possibility for a focus trap or multi-spot measurements and even the data back panel DM-9 has no intervalometer or timer functions, so that such requirements are met can only be realized via the remote control connection and external accessories, but this does not allow simultaneous control over the curve progression of the automatic exposure systems, as is the case with B. was the case with the Program Back Super 90 of the Minolta 9000 AF . Also dispensed with the 9 Dynax to change the viewfinder ; However, this is a feature that was reserved for the Minolta XM Motor at Minolta , and no other 35mm SLR camera after the Dynax 9 offered such an option. By the user interchangeable focusing screens and the possibility of a viewfinder and Angle Finder externally to mount this point invalidate at least in part. Finally, it should be mentioned that Minolta did not offer a feature film magazine for the camera, as was the case with the Minolta 9000 AF with the EB-90 . For quick exposure control during studio work, NPC offered a Polaroid Proofing Back named NPC Researcher ProBack II Custom MAX 9 for instant pack films.

Remarks

  1. ↑ The indication “1,000 pieces” refers to the total circulation of Dynax 9Ti , Maxxum 9Ti and α-9Ti copies worldwide. All copies of this limited series have four-digit serial numbers. According to Minolta, the German contingent has been sold out since the beginning of 2001. In 2002, 2004 and 2006, some Dynax 9Ti copies with eight-digit serial numbers from the range # 199011xx appeared in Germany . [1] [2] (Retrieved January 8, 2011)
  2. ↑ a b c d e f g h i The following Minolta accessories have identical equivalents in the Sony α system, which can also be used on the Dynax 9 and mixed with one another without any problems (Minolta article numbers in brackets): Remote Cord RC- 1000S (8771-100) ↔ RM-S1AM , Remote Cord RC-1000L (8771-200) ↔ RM-L1AM , Magnifier Vn (8213-207) ↔ FDA-M1AM , Angle Finder Vn (8212-407) ↔ FDA-A1AM , Off-camera Cable OC-1100 (8825-600) ↔ FA-CC1AM , Off-camera Shoe OS-1100 (8825-610) ↔ FA-CS1AM , Data Cable CD (8808-140) ↔ FA-MC1AM , Extension Cable EX (8808-130) ↔ FA-EC1AM , Triple Connector TC-1000 (8821-120) ↔ FA-TC1AM , External Battery Pack EP-2 (8841-701) ↔ FA-EB1AM , Program Flash 3600HS (D) (8842 -107) ↔ HVL-F36AM , Program Flash 5600HS (D) (8841-107) ↔ HVL-F56AM , Eyepiece Corrector 1000 +0.5 (8230-500) ↔ FDA-ECF05 , Eyepiece Corrector 1000 +1.0 (8230-600) ↔ FDA-ECF10 , Eyepiece Corrector 1000 +1.5 (8230-700) ↔ FDA-ECF15 , Eyepiece Corrector 1000 +2.0 (8230-800) ↔ FDA-ECF20 , Eyepiece Correcto r 1000 +3.0 (8230-900) ↔ FDA-ECF30 , Eyepiece Corrector 1000 -1.0 (8230-400) ↔ FDA-ECN10 , Eyepiece Corrector 1000 -2.0 (8230-300) ↔ FDA-ECN20 , Eyepiece Corrector 1000 -3.0 ( 8230-200) ↔ FDA-ECN30 , Eyepiece Corrector 1000 -4.0 (8230-100) ↔ FDA-ECN40 . A number of other accessories are also compatible.
  3. ↑ The Minolta hand strap HS-1 (Minolta item number 6098-730) for the Dynax 9 was incorrectly called the Hand Strap HS-9 in Minolta brochures and should not be labeled with the incompatible hand strap HS-9 aka HS-9xi ( Minolta item number 6081-730) can be confused with the Dynax 9xi .
  4. ↑ The Minolta Data Back QD-9 (Minolta part number 8790-100) for the Dynax 9 should not be with the same name, but incompatible Quartz Data Back QD-9 aka QD 9xi (Minolta part number 8767-200) for the Dynax 9xi confused become.

Individual evidence

  1. ↑ a b Minolta (ed.): Photokina 1998 - Minolta - 70th anniversary . Minolta Co., Ltd., Osaka 1998, Minolta item number 9242-4109-03 M898 (G) -A1 (leaflet on the occasion of photokina, 4 pages).
  2. ↑ Anni Rita Scheibel, Josef Scheibel: 70 years of Minolta camera technology - from the Nifcalette to the Dynax 9 . 3rd updated, revised and supplemented edition. Verlag der H. Lindemanns Buchhandlung, Stuttgart 1999, ISBN 3-89506-191-3 , pp. 226-229 (240 pages, [3] , accessed on January 8, 2011).
  3. ↑ Konica Minolta (ed.): Announcement of the withdrawal from the photo market on March 31, 2006 . In: Konica Minolta press release, January 19, 2006 (accessed January 8, 2011).
  4. ↑ Matthias Paul: Reference to Konica Minolta's and Sony's discontinuation of the official customer service for photo devices from Minolta, Konica and Konica Minolta on December 31, 2010 and position of the Minolta forum . In: Contribution to the Minolta forum on October 11, 2010 (accessed January 8, 2011).
  5. ↑ a b c d e f g h i j Minolta (ed.): Minolta Dynax 9Ti / Maxxum 9Ti - Instruction Manual / Handbuch / Mode d'emploi / Manual de instrucciones . Minolta Co., Ltd., Osaka 1999, Minolta item number 9222-2098-16 P-A910 (supplementary instructions, 68 pages), http://kmpi.konicaminolta.us/eprise/main/kmpi/content/cam/cam_manual/ cam_manual_Attachments / Max9Ti.pdf ( Memento from May 19, 2005 in the Internet Archive ) (PDF; 998 kB)
  6. ↑ Minolta (ed.): What is the "Dynax 9 Titan"? In: FAQ entry in Konica Minolta support database (accessed January 8, 2011, no longer online since April 2011).
  7. ↑ a b c d e Minolta (ed.): For users of the Dynax 9 / Pour les utilisateurs du Dynax 9 / For users of the Dynax 9 / Para usuarios de la Dynax 9 . Minolta Co., Ltd. / Minolta Europe GmbH, Osaka / Langenhagen 2003, Minolta item number 9222-2682-22 P-A307 (leaflet for customers of Dynax 9 with SSM lenses, [4] [5] , accessed on January 8, 2011).
  8. ↑ a b c d e f Minolta (ed.): Dynax / Maxxum 9 / 9Ti - SSM Lens Update Camera Instruction Manual . Minolta Co., Ltd., Osaka (Minolta hotline fax of May 10, 2004, 2 pages, [6] [7] , accessed January 8, 2011).
  9. ↑ a b Matthias Paul: Description of an activation procedure for Dynax 9Ti special functions on the Dynax 9 . In: Topic in the Minolta forum on December 24, 2010 (accessed July 7, 2011).
  10. ↑ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t Minolta (Ed.): Minolta Dynax 9 . 1st and 2nd updated edition. Minolta Co., Ltd. / Minolta GmbH, Osaka / Ahrensburg 1999, Minolta item number 9242-2098-3Z (1st edition) and 9242-2098-3Z / 2.99 (2nd edition) (camera brochure, 20 pages).
  11. ↑ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z aa ab Minolta (Ed.): Minolta Dynax 9 / Maxxum 9 - Instruction Manual . Minolta Co., Ltd., Osaka 1999, Minolta article number 9222-2098-11 P-E106 (English-language instruction manual, 114 pages, [8] http://ca.konicaminolta.com/support/manuals/film-cameras/film_af_slr /dynax_9/dynax_9_imstr.E.pdf ( Memento from October 12, 2008 in the Internet Archive ) (PDF; 2.4 MB), accessed on January 8, 2011).
  12. ↑ Minolta (ed.): What is the difference between the function handles VC-9 and VC-9M for the Dynax 9? In: FAQ entry in Konica Minolta support database (accessed January 8, 2011, no longer online since April 2011).
  13. ↑ Matthias Paul: Overview of the setting screens in the Minolta system . In: Contribution to the Minolta forum on April 10, 2005 (accessed January 8, 2011).
  14. ↑ Jason Schneider: Report on the Hasselblad H1 with references to cooperation with Minolta and Fujifilm . In: Popular Photography dated September 1, 2003, online December 16, 2008 (accessed January 8, 2011).
  15. ↑ Matthias Paul: Notes on the automatic exposure bracketing of the Dynax 9 . In: Contribution to the Minolta forum on October 24, 2009 (accessed January 8, 2011).
  16. ↑ Matthias Paul: Notes on the storage format of the DM-9 . In: Contribution to the Minolta forum on August 27, 2005 (accessed January 8, 2011).
  17. ^ Matthias Paul u. a .: Petition to resume the SSM conversion service . In: Topic in the Minolta forum on February 23, 2009 (accessed January 8, 2011).
  18. ↑ Daniel Wendt-Fröhlich: The last 200 SSM / ADI conversion kits worldwide have been able to be installed by Runtime since April 2009 . In: Success report on the petition regarding the resumption of the conversion service in the Minolta forum on April 28, 2009 (accessed on January 8, 2011).

literature

  1. ↑ a b c d e f Josef Scheibel, Robert Scheibel: Photo Guide Minolta Dynax 9 . vfv Verlag für Foto, Film und Video, Gilching 1999, ISBN 3-88955-116-5 (176 pages, [9] , accessed on January 8, 2011).
  2. ↑ a b c d e Thomas Maschke: Minolta Dynax 9 - basic knowledge, camera technology, lens school, photo practice . Laterna magica Verlag Georg DW Callwey GmbH & Co., Munich 1999, ISBN 3-87467-755-9 (176 pages).

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