MINOLTA DYNAX 40 AUTO FOCUS 35mm SLR CAMERA, BODY ONLY

Recent model, compact and lightweight autofocus SLR camera (body only), in excellent condition

• 35mm SLR camera body
• Compact and lightweight
• Auto or manual focusing
• Program fully auto mode
• Five subject programs
• Aperture & shutter priority
• Full metered manual mode
• Auto exposure bracketing
• Shutter speeds to 1/2000th
• Built in flash, anti redeye
• Built in auto wind/rewind
• Multiple exposure mode
• Accepts Minolta AF lenses
• Includes strap and batteries

This Minolta Dynax 40 35mm SLR camera body takes the same interchangeable lenses as the rest of the Minolta AF range (not included - see below), and shares a basic lens mount with the Konica Minolta and Sony digital SLRs. It was sold in some countries as the Maxxum 50, and was one of the last models sold around the time of the merger with Konica. It's in excellent condition with strap and batteries included, and you can download a copy of the manual free of charge - see link below.

The camera is very simple to use with fully automatic (program) exposure, plus five special subject-based modes; portraits, landscapes, close-ups, sports and night scenes. Plus you have the option of shutter priority auto (ideal for action), aperture priority auto (choose an aperture for depth of field) or metered manual for ultimate control. Multi segment metering system, with auto exposure lock for accurate exposures with tricky subjects. You can set exposure compensation of up to +/- 3 stops to correct for difficult lighting conditions. Film speeds are set automatically with DX coding from ISO 25 to 3200, and you can override this or set speeds manually for non-DX coded films from ISO 6 to 6400. Auto exposure bracketing takes three pictures automatically, at correct, under and over by either 0.5 or 1 stop - ideal for ensuring correct exposure with slide film, especially in unusual lighting conditions. The top plate has a large LCD with exposure, mode and status information.

Automatic or manual focusing with Minolta AF and independent Minolta AF fit lenses (not included, but check our eBay Shop). Three AF zones (left, centre, right) can be selected automatically or manually. Focus lock with first pressure on the shutter release, so you can easily and quickly focus on off-centre subjects.The flash fires as an AF illuminator to assist focusing in low light as required. The viewfinder has basic information including manual exposure indicators, in-focus and flash ready symbols, plus AF zone markings.

Shutter speeds run from 30 seconds to a fast 1/2000th, plus B for time exposures. Flash sync at up to 1/90th. Slow sync works in A and P modes to balance flash for the foreground and natural light for the background, even with night scenes. Built in flash activates automatically when needed, or it can be switched on or off manually. Pre-flash TTL and ADI metering for the most accurate flash exposures possible. It covers lenses as wide as 28mm, and can be used for auto fill in flash in daylight. Redeye reduction feature. External flash shoe provided for Minolta (D) or other pre-flash/ADI compatible flash units (see below).

Motor driven film loading, wind-on (single or continuous modes, up to 1.7 frames per second) and rewind, plus self timer. Multiple exposure mode available for special effects. The camera is compact and lightweight, and the body weighs only around 335g (without film and batteries). Power is supplied by two standard CR2 Lithium batteries (included).

An excellent SLR camera body for everyone from beginner to enthusiast!

Mint- (almost as new)
The camera is in fully working order and excellent condition with no dents, dings, deep scratches or other evidence of abuse or damage. There are only some really small signs of use, including minor handling marks here and there. The viewfinder is bright and clear with only some small specks of dust which can't affect the results. The accessories are in good condition.

Includes body cap, strap and batteries

Click here to download a copy of the instruction manual free of charge from the Konica Minolta web site

At the time of listing we have more than one of this item, but the pictures and description here are representative of all of them.

Minolta AF cameras can use any of the dozens of lenses in the vast Minolta range, including ultra wide angles and fisheyes, fast prime wide angle, standard and telephoto lenses, extreme teles and macro lenses, plus an array of zooms, including wide angle, wide-tele and telephoto. Minolta Power Zoom and SSM lenses are compatible, but digital DT lenses are not suitable for 35mm cameras. In addition, most independent manufacturers produce lenses in Minolta AF fitting, including Sigma, Tokina, Tamron, Vivitar and many others. Sony lenses for the Alpha range of DSLRs fit, though the DT types won't cover the full frame.

Older Minolta MC and MD manual focus lenses will not fit, though adapters are available (not included). Other types of lens can be fitted using adapters (not supplied), including M42 screw, T2 (t-mount), Tamron Adaptall and others, with manual focusing and diaphragm operation.

The camera is only compatible with external flash units that support pre-flash or ADI modes such as the Minolta and Konica Minolta (D) models. Older Minolta and most independent flashes are not suitable, and won't fire. Please contact us if you have any questions about compatibility with your equipment.

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