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Minolta XD-11

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Brand Minolta 1977
Model XD-11
Released Year 1977
Type DSLR Cameras
Series XD
Color Purple
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The Minolta XD-11 is a 35mm SLR camera introduced in 1977 featuring advanced electronic exposure controls. It supports shutter priority, aperture priority, and manual modes, giving photographers flexible control over exposure. The camera uses a vertically traveling, metal blade shutter with speeds ranging from 1s to 1/1000s plus Bulb mode. It includes a TTL (through-the-lens) metering system with multiple metering options for precise light measurement. The XD-11 body is robust and compact, built with a metal chassis for durability. Interchangeable lenses with the Minolta SR mount allow for a wide range of optics compatibility.

Specifications

Type Not Available
Model Not Available
Color Purple
Maximum Resolution 1920 x 1080
MPN MN53Z-P
Screen Size 3
Item Height 10
Item Length 10
Item Width 10
Maximum Magnification N/A
Storage Capacity No Internal Data Storage
UPC 084438961874
Camera type 35mm SLR
Exposure modes Shutter priority, Aperture priority, Manual
Shutter speed range 1 second to 1/1000 second plus Bulb
Metering system TTL Center-weighted
Lens mount Minolta SR mount
Battery Two LR44 or equivalent batteries for metering and shutter

Key Advantages

  • Versatile exposure modes including shutter priority and aperture priority.
  • Compact and durable metal construction suitable for professional use.
  • Advanced TTL metering system with center-weighted metering enhances exposure accuracy.
  • Fast and reliable vertical metal shutter improves image sharpness.
  • Wide lens compatibility due to the Minolta SR mount system.
  • Comprehensive manual controls offer creative flexibility to photographers.

Limitations

  • Limited ISO range compared to modern digital cameras, geared for film sensitivity.
  • The camera relies on battery power for metering and shutter operation, which may limit usage if batteries are depleted.
  • Lacks autofocus, requiring manual focusing skills.
  • No built-in flash, requiring external flash units for low-light shooting.
  • Not capable of instant review or digital image capture as it is fully film-based.
  • Relatively heavier compared to some contemporaries, which might impact portability.

FAQ

The Minolta XD-11 uses standard 35mm film, which is widely available and suitable for various photographic applications.

No, the Minolta XD-11 is a manual focus camera, requiring the user to focus lenses manually.

It offers shutter priority, aperture priority, and fully manual exposure modes.

While the camera is discontinued, many third-party and vintage parts and accessories are still available in the secondary market.

It uses the Minolta SR lens mount system compatible with a variety of Minolta manual focus lenses.

Yes, it incorporates a TTL metering system which provides accurate exposure readings.

While it offers automatic exposure modes, the manual focus and film operation might require some learning for beginners.

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