MINOLTA Hi-Matic 7s

This little vintage beauty hails from the year 1966. If you're after a rangefinder for your collection, this camera has your name on it.

One of the more versatile cameras here is a very tidy unit that feels solid, balanced, and a good weight. The f1.8 Rokkor lens is very highly regarded, and extremely sharp but with a warmer soul than the Hexanon of the Auto S2.

The viewfinder has very bright frame lines and parallax correction that help frame the photo well. Like the Minolta AL, the aperture stops down to f22 whereas most others go one stop less to f16, but the shutter speed only goes from 1/4 to 1/500. An EV scale and indicator needle can be seen in the viewfinder, and even with the Auto system disengaged you can use the light meter needle to see what EV it recommends. You can then set the EV number in the EV window on the lens barrel — a system unique to this generation of Hi-Matics — which also means you can judge and set exposure manually by EV.

The light meter can be turned off on the ASA setting which is good for preserving battery life if you choose to use the light meter. The only real drawback is the huge angle of the wind stroke with the lever going right to the front of the camera which feels awkward and slow. You can use multiple short strokes if needed.

KEY FEATURES:

• Condition: All electronic functions are working. (Refer to Photos and Video for physical condition)
• Manual operation
• Mechanical shutter
• Manual Control of Aperture: Possible at any aperture by rotating the aperture ring from the A (automatic) position together with the shutter speed ring to any combination that falls within the range for correct exposure.
• Film Counter: Resets automatically.
• Flash Contact: an Accessory shoe with direct contact and cable contact. Electronic flash works at all speeds.
• Self Timer: Yes. Runs for 10 seconds.
• Shutter: Speeds range from 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/125, 1/250 and 1/500 of a second plus B. Fully automatic programmed shutter with manual control.

HERE'S THE DEAL:

• Film Camera (with lens cap)
• FREE limited stickers

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WHAT YOU'LL NEED (not included):

• 1 x 1.35v mercury button cell battery. Works with Varta 625PX Silver Oxide.
  
• FILM ROLL: 35mm

WHAT WE'VE DONE:

• Recently CLA'd with Mang Robert. (July 21, 2022)
• Full function test
• Film tested with ‘dummy’ roll

USEFUL LINK:

• https://www.35mmc.com/27/07/2021/minolta-hi-matic-7s-and-a-sentimental-journey-discovering-true-optical-prints-by-shawn-granton/ (Review, far better explanation how to use the camera and a sample photos with lots of details)

A few notes:

• Actual Item Pictured: We take the time to photograph every used item. When you buy from us you are getting the item you see in the photos/video.
• This camera uses all types of 35mm film, both color and black and white.
• Sample photos from Lomography.
• Dummy Roll Tested means to test the functionality of the camera.

All our cameras are tested and cleaned and come with a 14-day guarantee. The camera is packaged securely and shipped immediately. MORE INFO