{"product_id":"excellent-minolta-x-700-black-slr-film-camera-md-rokkor-50mm-f-1-7-lens-362","title":"[Excellent] Minolta X-700 Black SLR Film Camera MD Rokkor 50mm f\/1.7 Lens #362","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"X-UA-Compatible\" content=\"IE=edge\"\u003e\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\u003clink href=\"https:\/\/cdn.jsdelivr.net\/npm\/bootstrap@5.0.2\/dist\/css\/bootstrap.min.css\" rel=\"stylesheet\" integrity=\"sha384-EVSTQN3\/azprG1Anm3QDgpJLIm9Nao0Yz1ztcQTwFspd3yD65VohhpuuCOmLASjC\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"\u003e\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\tbody { \t\tfont-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\t}\t \t.content-box {\t\tmargin-top: 1em; font-size: 1.2em;\t}\t \th1.product-name {\t\tfont-size: 1.6em;\t\ttext-align: center;\t}\t.subHeader {\t\tfont-size: 1.5em;\t\tbackground-color: #2a6fec;\t\tcolor: white;\t\tpadding: 0.5em;\t\tmargin-bottom: 0.5em;\t\tfont-weight: bold;\t}\t.descriptionBody p {\t\tmargin-top: 1em;\t}\t.descriptionValue {\t\tmargin: 0;\t\tpadding: 0;\t}\tspan.gradeHeader {\t\tfont-size: 1.2em;\t\tfont-weight: bold;\t}\th3 {\t\tfont-size: 1.2em;\t\tfont-weight: bold;\t\tmargin: 0;\t\tmargin-top: 1em;\t}\t#displayAppearance\u003eul {\t\tmargin: 0;\t\tmargin-bottom: 0.2em;\t}\t#displayAppearance p {\t\tmargin: 0;\t}\t#displaySize\u003ep {\t\tmargin: 0;\t}\tdiv.icon {\t\tmargin: 2em auto;\t}\t#linkUrl {\t\ttext-align: center;\t}\t \t#displayGrade[title=\"none\"] {\t\tdisplay: none;\t}\t#displayAppearance[title=\"none\"] {\t\tdisplay: none;\t} #displayFunctional[title=\"none\"] { display: none; }\t#displaySize[title=\"none\"] {\t\tdisplay: none;\t}\t#displayWeight[title=\"none\"] {\t\tdisplay: none;\t}\t#displayIncludings[title=\"none\"] {\t\tdisplay: none;\t}\t#displayFreeSpace[title=\"none\"] {\t\tdisplay: none;\t}\t.linkField[title=\"none\"] {\t\tdisplay: none;\t}\t#linkUrl[title=\"none\"] {\t\tdisplay: none;\t}\u003c\/style\u003e\t\u003cdiv class=\"contents\"\u003e\t\t\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\t\t\t\u003ch1 class=\"product-name\" title=\"title\"\u003e[Excellent] Minolta X-700 Black SLR Film Camera MD Rokkor 50mm f\/1.7 Lens #362\u003c\/h1\u003e\t\t\t\u003cdiv class=\"content-box description\"\u003e\t\t\t\t\u003ch2 class=\"description subHeader\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\t\t\t\t\u003cdiv class=\"descriptionBody\"\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\u003cdiv class=\"descriptionValue\"\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cdiv id=\"displayGrade\" title=\"grade\"\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cspan class=\"gradeHeader\"\u003eGrade:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"gradeValue\"\u003eExcellent\u003c\/span\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003c\/div\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cp\u003eWe present the iconic Minolta X-700, a highly regarded manual focus SLR film camera, paired with the sharp MD Rokkor 50mm f\/1.7 lens. Renowned for its advanced metering system and Program mode, the X-700 offers both ease of use for beginners and full manual control for seasoned photographers. This particular unit, graded 'Excellent', has undergone thorough inspection to ensure its reliable performance, making it a fantastic choice for capturing classic film aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cdiv id=\"displayAppearance\" title=\"appearance\"\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003ch3\u003eAppearance of the item\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe camera body shows some scuff marks consistent with normal use and age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is a noticeable dent around the front element of the lens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe encourage prospective buyers to examine all provided photos for a detailed visual assessment of its condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"displayFunctional\" title=\"functional\"\u003e\t\t\t\t\t \u003ch3\u003eFunctional Status\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"functional\"\u003eWe have thoroughly tested this camera, and it is confirmed to be in proper working order.\u003c\/span\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003c\/div\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cdiv id=\"displayFreeSpace\"\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003ch3\u003eInspection Results\u003c\/h3\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003ch4\u003eOperation Checks:\u003c\/h4\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cul\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eShutter: Responds accurately across all speeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eSelf-timer: Operates as expected.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eLight Meter: Functions correctly, providing accurate readings.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eHelicoid: Smooth and consistent focusing movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eAperture: Blades are clean and move smoothly, stopping down correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eAF: Not applicable to this manual focus camera model.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003c\/ul\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003ch4\u003eOptics (Lens):\u003c\/h4\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cul\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eDirt: None\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eDust: Slight amount, typical for a lens of this age.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eHaze: None\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eFungus: Slight amount, noted. Our tests indicate no impact on image quality during normal shooting.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eScratch: None\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003c\/ul\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003ch4\u003eOptics (Viewfinder):\u003c\/h4\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cul\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eDirt: None\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eDust: None\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eHaze: Slight amount, does not significantly obstruct view.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eFungus: None\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eScratch: None\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003c\/ul\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003ch2 class=\"subHeader\"\u003eKnown Issues for This Model (Minolta X-700)\u003c\/h2\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cp\u003eThe Minolta X-700 is a classic camera, and like many vintage electronics, it has some common points of wear. We have performed specific checks to ensure reliability for this unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cul\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacitor Reliability:\u003c\/strong\u003e We checked for correct LED operation on half-press and shutter firing after LED off. Multiple consecutive shots were tested for consistent operation. \u003cem\u003eWhile this unit performed well during testing, buyers should be aware that Minolta X-700 models with serial numbers 2,000,000 and above are known for potential electrolytic capacitor failures over time. Models below this serial number typically use more reliable tantalum capacitors.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics:\u003c\/strong\u003e We inspected for visible signs of damage such as burnt resistors or flex board cracks, and found none. This unit's electronic controls are fully functional.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Meter:\u003c\/strong\u003e The CdS meter functions correctly. We observed no blinking red down-triangle (metering error) and no shutter delay in P\/A modes. Battery terminals are clean with no corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShutter Mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e The film advance lever moves freely (over 30 degrees). Shutter button response is crisp, and speeds appear accurate. We did not detect any electromagnet contamination issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Seals \u0026amp; Mirror Bumper:\u003c\/strong\u003e While not explicitly replaced, the existing light seals and mirror bumper appear to be in functional condition without exhibiting severe degradation or stickiness that would impede camera operation. \u003cem\u003eHowever, foam degradation is common in units of this age and may require future attention. Degraded foam can become tar-like.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMirror Linkage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The mirror flips up and down smoothly without any signs of seizing, even after storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003c\/ul\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003ch3\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cul\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eLens Cap\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eLens Filter\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003c\/ul\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003ch2 class=\"subHeader\"\u003eNot Recommended For\u003c\/h2\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cul\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectors seeking mint condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The camera exhibits cosmetic scuffs and the lens has a dent, disqualifying it for pristine collections.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuyers unwilling to perform future maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e While fully functional now, some components like light seals are subject to natural degradation over time and may require future replacement common for vintage cameras.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsers who require absolute optical perfection:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lens shows slight internal dust and fungus, though it does not affect image quality for normal shooting, purists may prefer a lens free of any internal anomalies.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew film photographers who prefer autofocus:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a manual focus camera, requiring the user to manually adjust focus.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003c\/ul\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003c\/div\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\u003c\/div\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\u003cp\u003eIf you have any question or concern, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for visiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\t\t\t\t\u003c\/div\u003e\t\t\t\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"content-box ddpOrDdu\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"dduOrDdp subHeader\"\u003e For U.S. Buyers - DDP (Duties Prepaid \/ Included) \u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eImport duty and standard courier fees are included in the price\/shipping cost.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eNo extra payment at delivery\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDelivery time as shown\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIf unexpected charges appear, contact us before paying\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy with confidence — all import charges are handled on our side under DDP.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\t\t\t\u003cdiv class=\"content-box note\"\u003e\t\t\t\t\u003ch2 class=\"note subHeader\"\u003ePlease Note for Buyers Outside the U.S.\u003c\/h2\u003e\t\t\t\t\u003cul\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eWe ship items from Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003eImport duties, taxes (example VAT, GST), and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.\t\t\t\t\t\tThese charges are the buyer's responsibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\t\t\t\t\u003cli\u003ePlease check in advance about those additional costs in your customs office before buying. 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