Minolta Dynax 500si with AF Zoom 70-210mm

Minolta Dynax 500si with AF Zoom 70-210mm f/4.5-5.6 - Good Condition | Dynamic Telephoto Performance

The Minolta Dynax 500si (known as the Maxxum 500si in North America) is a highly capable autofocus SLR designed to offer a perfect balance between advanced features and user-friendly operation. This model is celebrated for its comfortable, ergonomic grip and intuitive button layout, making it an excellent choice for photographers transitioning from compact cameras to the creative freedom of an SLR system. Paired with the Minolta AF 70-210mm telephoto zoom, this kit is specifically tailored for capturing distant action, wildlife, and stunning portraits with professional background compression. Whether you are shooting at a sporting event or exploring nature, the Dynax 500si provides a fast and reliable shooting experience with the legendary color science of Minolta’s A-mount system.

Key Features

• Advanced autofocus system with predictive focus control for moving subjects

• Versatile 70-210mm telephoto zoom lens, ideal for wildlife and portraits

• Multiple subject program modes: Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports, and Night Portrait

• Fully automatic, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Manual exposure modes

• Built-in automatic pop-up flash with red-eye reduction

• High-speed motor drive for automatic film loading, advance, and rewind

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition. Displays normal signs of light use on the exterior casing and grip consistent with its age.

• Sensor/Optics: The 70-210mm lens optics are clear and free from fungus; the viewfinder is bright and the mirror is clean.

• Mechanics/Electronics: Fully operational. The autofocus is fast and responsive, the shutter cycles accurately at all speeds, and the flash functions as intended.

Specialist Note "The Dynax 500si is a fantastic entry point into the world of Minolta's A-mount optics. What makes this specific kit valuable is the 70-210mm lens. While it is lightweight and portable, it delivers the beautiful, warm skin tones that Minolta glass is famous for. At the 210mm end, it provides a shallow depth-of-field that makes subjects truly pop against a blurred background. It’s an incredibly reliable setup for anyone looking to photograph subjects that are further away without carrying a massive, heavy professional rig."

What's Included

• Minolta Dynax 500si Body (S/N: 94608420)

• Minolta AF 70-210mm f/4.5-5.6 Lens

• Front Lens Cap

• Original Minolta Neck Strap

Technical Specifications

• Camera Type: 35mm Autofocus Single Lens Reflex (SLR)

• Lens Mount: Minolta A-mount

• Shutter Speeds: 30 seconds to 1/2000th + Bulb

• ISO Range: 25 to 5000 (via DX coding)

• Category: Equipment > Film Cameras > SLR

• Battery Type: 1x 2CR5 (6V)