Minolta XE-1

Minolta XE-1

Minolta XE-1 MC Rokkor-PF 55mm f/1.7 - Good Condition | Premium Electronic Aperture-Priority 35mm SLR Camera Developed with Leitz

Introductory Paragraph The Minolta XE-1 (known as the XE in North America and XE-7 in other regions) is the definitive choice for the enthusiast who values butter-smooth mechanical precision paired with pioneering electronic automation. Developed in close collaboration with Leitz (Leica) during the historic partnership that birthed the Leica R3, this heavy-duty SLR chassis is legendary for its ultra-quiet, vertically traveling metal copal shutter and silk-like film advance stroke. It comes paired with the highly acclaimed Minolta MC Rokkor-PF 55mm f/1.7 standard prime lens (S/N: 2857985), celebrated for its exceptional corner sharpness, warm vintage color palette, and luminous low-light performance. This Minolta masterpiece provides the structural honesty and tactile refinement required to experience the absolute peak of 1970s analog engineering.

Key Features

• Historic Leitz-Minolta design collaboration, combining German-influenced precision manufacturing with advanced Japanese electronics.

• Ultra-smooth Copal-Leitz vertical metal focal-plane shutter, delivering incredibly quiet operation and vibration-free exposures up to 1/1000s.

• Advanced Aperture-Priority Auto exposure mode, alongside full mechanical manual overrides for absolute creative freedom.

• Acclaimed MC Rokkor-PF 55mm f/1.7 prime lens, offering a classic standard focal length with legendary multi-coatings for deep vintage contrast.

• Twin CdS cell TTL center-weighted metering system, providing exceptionally accurate exposure calculations across complex lighting landscapes.

• Comprehensive viewfinder data display window, utilizing a physical match-needle scale that displays active shutter speeds and apertures inline.

• Specialized multiple exposure lever override, built natively next to the winding arm for effortless creative film layering.

Condition Report Good condition. Body: Shows normal signs of light use, minor bright marks on the chrome plates, and gentle paint wear on the edges consistent with standard handling. Sensor/Optics: The film compartment is immaculately clean, viewfinders are clear, and the 55mm Rokkor lens glass is free from fungus, heavy haze, or deep scratches. Minimal internal dust is visible under inspection, which does not affect image rendering. Mechanics/Electronics: Fully operational. The electronic metering circuit and auto-exposure logic track ambient light accurately, the shutter fires precisely at all speeds, and the signature smooth film advance lever strokes cleanly.

Specialist Note "The Minolta XE-1 is widely regarded by analog purists as having one of the finest-feeling mechanical actions ever engineered—the film advance lever literally feels like it's gliding on ball bearings. What makes this specific camera special is that it shares its mechanical DNA directly with the Leica R3, giving you professional German ergonomics without the luxury price tag. Paired with the 55mm f/1.7 Rokkor-PF, it produces an incredibly cinematic look with a smooth, painterly bokeh that modern lenses cannot replicate. It’s a beautifully honest, robust instrument that rewards deliberate composition. For anyone looking for a premium, heirloom-quality SLR kit, this Minolta is a top-tier choice."

What's Included

• Minolta XE-1 35mm Electronic SLR Camera Body

• Minolta MC Rokkor-PF 55mm f/1.7 Prime Lens (S/N: 2857985)

• Front Lens Cap

• Fitted Vintage Neck Strap
  

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Minolta

• Model: XE-1

• Camera Type: 35mm SLR Camera

• Lens Mount: Minolta SR / MC / MD Bayonet

• Focal Length: 55mm

• Maximum Aperture: f/1.7

• Shutter Speed: Copal-Leitz Metal Leaf (4s to 1/1000s + Bulb)

• Category: 1. Cameras ▸ 35mm SLR Camera

• Battery Type: 2x LR44 / SR44 1.5V (Not Provided)