Minolta X-300S

Minolta X-300S Camera Body Only - Good Condition | Streamlined Aperture-Priority and Manual 35mm SLR

Introductory Paragraph The Minolta X-300S is the definitive choice for the enthusiast who values a lightweight, highly intuitive workflow for creative film photography. Released in the 1990s as a sleek evolution of the popular X-300, this camera body is celebrated for its highly reliable quartz-controlled electronic shutter and its effortless Aperture Priority auto-exposure mode. Because it offers full manual override alongside its automated helpers, it serves as an incredibly capable tool for students, street portraitists, and daily documentarians who want access to the legendary library of manual-focus Minolta SR, MC, and MD lenses. This Minolta body provides the mechanical honesty and sharp electronic meter accuracy required to capture the true soul of analog film.

Key Features

• Creative Aperture Priority automatic exposure, letting the camera select the perfect shutter speed while you retain control over depth of field.

• Full Manual Exposure override, offering complete creative control for tricky lighting scenarios and artistic choices.

• Precision quartz-controlled electronic shutter, delivering highly accurate exposure times from 4 seconds up to a rapid 1/1000s plus Bulb.

• Clear LED viewfinder data display, showing the camera's recommended or chosen shutter speeds right alongside your frame.

• Classic Minolta SR/MC/MD bayonet mount, providing a rock-solid physical connection to decades of world-class optical glass.

• Ergonomic integrated right-hand grip modification, drastically improving handheld handling, balance, and stability in the field.

• Bright Horizontal Split-Image focusing screen, enabling exceptionally fast, needle-sharp manual focus adjustments.

Condition Report Good condition. Body: The Minolta X-300S body (S/N: 00320096) shows normal signs of light use and minor cosmetic surface wear consistent with standard handling. Sensor/Optics: The mirror box is clean, the foam dampener is intact, and the viewfinder screen is bright and clear with minimal internal dust. Mechanics/Electronics: All electronic and mechanical systems have been thoroughly tested. The electronic shutter fires accurately across all speeds, the LED viewfinder display is fully operational, and the light meter responds perfectly to changing light conditions. Film advance and rewind mechanisms operate with signature Minolta smoothness.

Specialist Note "The Minolta X-300S is an absolute joy to use because it strips away any unnecessary bulk or clutter, leaving you with a highly refined shooting experience. What I love about this model is the incredibly bright viewfinder layout—Minolta’s Acute Matte screens are legendary for a reason, making manual focusing an absolute breeze even in dim, low-light situations. It's a rugged, honest piece of Japanese electronic engineering that balances beautifully in the hand, especially when paired with a compact MD 50mm lens. For anyone looking for a highly capable, approachable, and lightweight body to step into the world of analog film, this X-300S is a top-tier choice."

What's Included

• Minolta X-300S 35mm SLR Camera Body (S/N: 00320096)

• Strap 

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Minolta

• Model: X-300S

• Camera Type: 35mm SLR Camera

• Lens Mount: Minolta SR / MC / MD Bayonet

• Shutter Speed: 4s to 1/1000s + Bulb (Quartz-Controlled)

• Exposure Modes: Aperture Priority AE, Full Manual

• Category: 1. Cameras ▸ 35mm SLR Camera

• Battery Type: 2x LR44 (Not Provided)