{"product_id":"minolta-hi-matic-f-sharp-rokkor-38mm-f-2-7-prime-lens","title":"Minolta Hi-Matic F | Sharp Rokkor 38mm f\/2.7 Prime Lens","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eMinolta Hi-Matic F - Good Condition | 35mm Rangefinder Camera | Sharp Rokkor 38mm f\/2.7 Prime Lens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe Minolta Hi-Matic F (S\/N: 191149) is a beautifully compact and sophisticated 35mm rangefinder, produced by Minolta Camera Co., Ltd. during the golden era of Japanese analog engineering. It is equipped with the renowned Rokkor 38mm f\/2.7 prime lens, a four-element optic celebrated for its exceptional sharpness, natural color rendition, and high contrast. Featuring a fully automatic programmed exposure system and a bright, coupled rangefinder for precision focusing, the Hi-Matic F was designed to provide professional-level image quality in a pocketable, user-friendly form factor. Its brushed-metal finish and classic mid-century aesthetic make it as much a style icon as it is a high-performance photographic tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003eSharp Rokkor 38mm f\/2.7 prime lens for high-resolution, high-contrast film imagery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003eFully programmed automatic exposure system (shutter and aperture) for ease of use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003eBright-line viewfinder with a coupled rangefinder for accurate manual focusing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003ePrecision Seiko-ESF electronic shutter with speeds from 4 seconds to 1\/724s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0\"\u003eCompact and lightweight all-metal body, ideal for street and travel photography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,5,0\"\u003eUnique \"Flashmatic\" system for simplified flash exposure settings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,6,0\"\u003eBattery check light conveniently located on the top plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIntroductory Paragraph\u003c\/b\u003e The Minolta Hi-Matic F is a testament to the era when compact cameras were built with the same optical integrity as professional SLRs. This specific unit (S\/N: 191149) features the \"F\" designation, indicating it is one of the more advanced, electronically controlled models in the Hi-Matic lineage. The 38mm Rokkor lens is widely regarded by enthusiasts for its \"3D pop,\" offering a slightly wider-than-standard perspective that is perfect for capturing environmental portraits and urban scenes. Because of its nearly silent electronic leaf shutter and diminutive size, it is a favorite among candid photographers who want the tactile feel of a real rangefinder without the bulk of a larger system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/b\u003e Good condition. The camera body (S\/N: 191149) shows normal signs of light use and minor cosmetic surface wear consistent with its vintage age. The Rokkor 38mm f\/2.7 prime lens is optically clear, free from fungus, haze, or significant scratches. The coupled rangefinder is bright and the focusing patch is well-aligned for accurate focus. The electronic Seiko shutter and automatic exposure system have been tested and are fully operational. The aperture blades are clean and snappy. The battery compartment is clean and free of corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpecialist Note\u003c\/b\u003e \"The Hi-Matic F is a 'sleeper' in the rangefinder world. What I love about this S\/N: 191149 is how effortlessly it handles exposure; the Seiko shutter is incredibly smooth and quiet, making it one of the best discreet street cameras I've used. The Rokkor glass is the real star here—it has a specific warmth and micro-contrast that makes black and white film look like it was shot on a Leica. It's a rugged, high-quality Japanese instrument that fits in a jacket pocket but produces negatives that can easily be enlarged to gallery sizes. For anyone wanting an authentic rangefinder experience with the convenience of automation, the Hi-Matic F is a perfect choice.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003eMinolta Hi-Matic F Rangefinder Camera (S\/N: 191149)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eIntegrated Rokkor 38mm f\/2.7 Prime Lens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003eOriginal Minolta Wrist Strap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003eProtective Lens Cap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003eCamera Type: 35mm Rangefinder Camera\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003eFilm Format: 35mm (135)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003eLens: 38mm f\/2.7 (Prime Lens)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003eShutter: Seiko-ESF Electronic Leaf Shutter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\"\u003eISO Range: 25 - 500 (Manual Selection)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\"\u003eCategory: 1. 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