I'm putting my SR-1s on eBay next week, and wanted to see if anybody
here wanted it first. No meter, no batts. Light-tight, and shutter
accurate for neg film (never ran any tranny through it, so couldn't
tell you EXACTLY how accurate.)

The body is pretty with no brassing, etc. I'll shoot some pics this
week if anybody is interested (since I'll be shooting them anywayz so
I can auction it).

If we deal, I'm willing to COD.

Don

What's your idea of "better"? The f2 is a rockin' lens, with min aperture of
f22 (other 50mm's are f16), light weight, etc etc... I have this lens, a SR
era 50 1.7 and a current 50 1.7 and the f2 is my favorite of them all.

Although the SR lens had a DOF preview button.... ;-)

Don


>From: bmiles@...
>Reply-To: MinMan-SWAPMEET@yahoogroups.com
>To: MinMan-SWAPMEET@yahoogroups.com
>Subject: [MinMan-SWAPMEET] MD lens 50mm, F1.4 --- Looking to buy
>Date: Sun, 06 May 2001 14:42:08 -0000
>
>I have just purchased an X-700 with a 50mm F2.0 lens. I am interested
>in obtaining a better standard lens. Would the F1.2 be a better buy
>or is the F1.4 just as good. I sold my SRT 101 with its f1.7 mc lens
>that was excellent, but I do not know the best upgrade path.
>Regards,  Grant.
>

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On Sun, 06 May 2001, bmiles@... wrote:

> I have just purchased an X-700 with a 50mm F2.0 lens. I am interested
>
> in obtaining a better standard lens. Would the F1.2 be a better buy
> or is the F1.4 just as good. I sold my SRT 101 with its f1.7 mc lens
> that was excellent, but I do not know the best upgrade path.

Consider the MC Rokkor-X 58mm f/1.2, which will still work in "P" mode.
  It is an excellent lens, rumored to be a collaboration between Minolta
and Leica (which would account for the 8-blade aperture, which appears
on this manual Minolta lens and no other).  I have been extremely
pleased with mine, and it is certainly a better performer than the 50mm
f/1.2, or any of the other 50mm lenses you mentuioned for that matter.
A PopPhoto lens test in 1977 put this lens second overall out of eight
f/1.2 lenses, see the results here:
http://photobluebook.virtualave.net/LensTests/LensTestIndex.htm

The X-700 manual claims that P mode won't work unless you have an MD
lens set to the smallest aperture.  Wrong.  Have used MC lenses and MD
lenses in P mode, both at their smallest aperture and otherwise, say,
f/8.  Minolta's "cybermation" technology has the meter check the
reading a split second before the shutter opens to make any last-ditch
changes in exposure, and thus non-MD lenses work in P mode.

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hi,

the 1.2 is the best absolutly no vignetting very very sharp. the 1.4 is better
than the 1.7 but not so aharp like the 1.7 and the 2.0 is waste.
if you want more info about lenses try out this one
http://www.photozone.de/lsurveyMD.htm
   ----- Original Message -----
   From: bmiles@...
   To: MinMan-SWAPMEET@yahoogroups.com
   Sent: Sunday, May 06, 2001 4:42 PM
   Subject: [MinMan-SWAPMEET] MD lens 50mm, F1.4 --- Looking to buy


   I have just purchased an X-700 with a 50mm F2.0 lens. I am interested
   in obtaining a better standard lens. Would the F1.2 be a better buy
   or is the F1.4 just as good. I sold my SRT 101 with its f1.7 mc lens
   that was excellent, but I do not know the best upgrade path.
   Regards,  Grant.


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I have just purchased an X-700 with a 50mm F2.0 lens. I am interested
in obtaining a better standard lens. Would the F1.2 be a better buy
or is the F1.4 just as good. I sold my SRT 101 with its f1.7 mc lens
that was excellent, but I do not know the best upgrade path.
Regards,  Grant.

Bought this X-370 as a backup body and kept it as such for 2 years.
Recently had it CLA'd at Camera Repair Japan in Atlanta and have run
maybe 1 roll of film through it since.  The CLA was a thorough one:
removed all dirt from the mirror, focusing screen, and viewfinder;
calibrated shutter and meter; even replaced the spring on the rewind
lever.

A few minor scratches in the plastic coating on the bottom plate are
the main indication of use.  No dings, no dents, no peeling imitation
leather; cosmetically, it's in much better shape than the cameras I'm
keeping because it really didn't leave the bag that often.  Pictures
at http://www.geocities.com/torgophile/X370.html

For those who aren't familiar with the X-370, it's an excellent
student camera or backup body.  Electronic shutter, aperture priority
(A) plus manual, stepless speeds 1-1000 (4-1000 in A) and bulb; film
speeds 25-3200, self timer, AE lock, hot shoe, accepts all Minolta MC
and MD lenses.

Asking $75 plus shipping, or best offer.  Prefer money orders to
checks; my sorry bank has no physical branches so I must mail in
deposits.  Email me off list or place a bid at
http://www.photo.net/gc/view-one.tcl?classified_ad_id=412111

i have an old well built two touch 37-105 f3.5 Soligor zoom lens i am
thinking of putting on ebay...but i thought i would give fellow minolta users
first crack.   cosmeticaly (on the barrel) this lens has seen some use....the
optics however are as good as new.  this is a macro MC lens not MD.   anyone
interested make me an offer.


  ed


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Take a trade in of my manual monorail Minolta bellows? :-)

D


>From: jay.piper@...
>Reply-To: MinMan-SWAPMEET@yahoogroups.com
>To: MinMan-SWAPMEET@yahoogroups.com
>Subject: [MinMan-SWAPMEET] FS: Minolta Autobellows III with focussing rail,
>cable, 105mm enlarging lens
>Date: Wed, 25 Apr 2001 00:48:05 -0000
>
>Minolta Autobellows III like new(-) in box.  Includes:
>photocopy of instruction manual,
>the special Minolta cable release designed for this bellows,
>the PC sync cord for the bellows, and
>a focussing rail (the focussing rail says Contax but is identical in
>operation and exactly pinned to match this bellows, see old messages
>regarding bellows on the manual minolta group).
>
>$110 plus shipping.
>
>Will include a 105mm F/5,6 EL Nikkor mounted in a Minolta body cap
>for $40 extra.  (will sell bellows w/o lens but not lens w/o
>bellows). This lens gives a bit over 1:1 and focusses to infinity,
>since it is an enlarging lens, it is used 'stopped down' only.  With
>various MC or MD lenses it gives even higher magnification, and full-
>aperture focusing and metering.  I would be cautious using anything
>as big or bigger than a 135mm/2.8 or 200/4.  The 50mm and 100mm
>minolta bellows lenses focus to infinity on this unit and also give
>wide-open viewing.
>
>I overlooked the "kid attention span" factor for use of this on a
>tripod to get full benefit of front shift and swing/tilt, vs. just
>bringing extension tubes or reversing rings on hikes with my young
>children.  If you want to get into macro in a serious way, and have
>time for set-up, this may be just the gear.  The bellows can also be
>used hand-held without full benefit of the shift/tilt movements.
>
>Please e-mail me with any questions,  Jay Piper
>

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I'm selling off all my Minolta manual focus gear. I have a full ad on
photo.net that I'll link to from here...

http://www.photo.net/gc/view-one?classified_ad_id=405962

I need a repair book for the X-700.
I know that there is a dealer who sold copies of them, but is there
anybody who has an digital version of it? There is no copyright on
it. So it will be great to share it for everyone.

Thanx André

Looking for the original Minolta rubber lens shade for the Minolta 35mm
f/2.8 Shift CA lens.  I bought my lens last year on eBay but it did not
come with a hood; since then I have been unable to locate a lens shade
or hood.  Any help would he appreciated.

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Looking for an inoperable Winder D, Winder G, or one of the generic
off-brand winders.  Reason is that I cannot use my 35mm Shift CA on
my Bogen 3047 head without some sort of a spacer between the camera
body and the tripod mount due to the protruding horizonatal shift
knob on the Shift CA.  Please let me know if you have anything.  Not
looking to spend more than $20 including shipping.

Christian Deichert
http://members.aol.com/cldphoto/

--- In MinMan-SWAPMEET@y..., Personaldetails@c... wrote:
> I'm looking for a data back for a X-700.  Either the Quartz
Databack
> 1 of the multifunction version.
> Thanks

I saw one at ebay
http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1222485798
André

I'm looking for a data back for a X-700.  Either the Quartz Databack
1 of the multifunction version.
Thanks

I am particularly looking for a film advance lever that would screw in
and fit on my SRT 202. If anyone has a hulk of such a camera lying
about that they can part with, please let me know.
Thanks,
Jo

Check out the details at http://www.subclub.org/swapmeet/adf160.htm

http://www.subclub.org/swapmeet/adf155.htm

http://www.subclub.org/swapmeet/adf153.htm

http://www.subclub.org/swapmeet/adf68.htm

That's right a NEW Minolta 30mm f2.8 CE ROKKOR-X enlarger lens.  The
details can be seen at http://www.subclub.org/swapmeet/ce30.htm

Optics good. Small ding on end.

I can forward pics.  $35+shipping

thanks

Hi,
I'm looking for a SRT Eveready case in really excellent condition.
I recently purchased one in never used, "brand new" condition, on
ebay.  Now Dad is jealous and wants one for his SRT 101 too.
Please advise regarding price and whether your able and willing to
ship to the US.
Thanks!

hi,
my plastic on/off switch for my XE-7 snapped and I am in need of a
new one.
I am willing to trade for this or pay for it.
please email me if you can help!
thanks,
John
jvsypal@...

Does anybody have a fully working XM/XK camera body only they are
willing to sell?
My father's much loved XM has been damaged and nobody seems able to
repair it.
Please advise price and whether able/willing to ship to the UK.

Lens is in EXC+ condition, no wear signs, has caps...$180.00 + ship.
monty.mattox@... TEL: 916 489 9941

I have a mint condition Quantary polarizer in a 55mm mount.
It is a circular polarizer -- not linear.  Circular polarizers work
the same as normal linear polarizers but can be used on any camera.
Linear polarizers cause some problems on some cameras.  The
filter is in mint condition, with the original plastic case .  The
filter is in a black mount rotating mount.  $10 shipping included.

I have a mint condition Hanimex close-up lens.  #6 in a 46mm mount.
This should work fine on any Minolta with a 46mm filter thread.  The
#6 gets you to around 6 inches -- with the lens set on infinity.  You
can get even closer if you set the lens to a closer setting.  The
filter is in mint condition, with the original plastic case -- also
mint.  The lens is in a black mount and the glass is coated.  Comes
with original instruction sheet.  $10 shipping included.

I have a mint condition set of VEMAR close-up lenses.  #1, #2, #3 in
a 46mm mount.  These should work fine on any Minolta with a 46mm
filter thread.  The #3 gets you to 333mm, the #2 to 500mm, and the #1
to 1000mm -- with the lens set on infinity.  You can get even closer
if you set the lens to a closer setting.  These filters are in mint
condition, with the original leather case -- also mint.  The lenses
are in a chrome mount and the glass is coated.  Comes with original
instruction sheet.  $15 shipping included.

Here are a few tips to think about when buying or selling items on
this list.  First, it's a good idea to start off your title with
WANTED or FOR SALE -- followed by a brief description -- such as "FOR
SALE: XE-7 with lens".  This will help catch people's eye.  When the
list gets long, this will be a big help.

Secondly, post your message regularly.  If you want to sell that XE-
7, don't just post it once (unless it sells right away).  Sure the
message will stay posted on the message board, but I suspect that
most members don't regularly search the old messages.  If after a
week or two you still have the camera, feel free to post the message
again.  And if you change any of the particulars, such as the price,
make sure to point this out.  It's the same thing will WANTED ads, as
well.  If you really want to get the word out, post your WANTED ad on
a regular basis.  That way, all of the new members are bound to see
it.

Third, if you have an item for sale, don't forget to use the FILES
section of this board to post a picture of the gear.  And please
delete the files when the item is sold.

Happy shopping!

Reply to red_bailey @ hotmail.com if you have these items to offer:

Chiyoko Tele Rokkor 10cm (100mm) 1:3,8 for the Chiyoda Kogaku Minolta
Super ·A·.  With accessory finder a must, caps case and shade nice to
have, box and instructions a bonus.  Good price for clean optics.

Focusing screens for Minolta X-700 or X-500/570, Type P1 P2 Pd M G L
S or H.

Minolta brand screw-in filters, especially in sizes smaller than 49mm
(e.g., 46mm 43mm 40,5mm; 34mm in particular).

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