Minolta X-70, Alias XG-M, A Surprisingly Great Camera

[@maxx_2245]

I bought an SR-7 from a flea market in perfect working condition, and afterwards learned that my late father also shot on a Minolta, notably taking it on a trip to America in the 90's. Turned out his friend still had it stored away and he gave it back to me earlier this year, and it is an XG-M. It's a wonderful camera and I'm glad to see this video from you! I also find it very amusing that you mentioned the lack of all-metal construction; I think this is why this camera weighs nearly half of what the SR-7 does. Greetings from Poland, take care!

[@jonathanhealey2492]

Very informative video. Great camera. Bought this camera in 1983 and still have it and it’s still working perfectly.

[@paulherron1933]

Am a big Minolta fan, have a few X700 and X500 older models. Can not fault any of them Great video and love the channel. Cheers

[@Gielon]

One of my favourite models , great video. Thanks

[@GeorgeK356]

I have the XG-M (also the X-300 and the srt 202), the shutter on the M needs a really firm stroke of the wind on lever to set it correctly otherwise the second curtain lags or remains open.

[@ciprianoravet]

I have the same problem with the X300 😅

[@monochromebluess]

Interesting point brought up about if the cameras on your Etsy site are not on your website to advise you. Good to know as I had looked before at your website and not seen a camera I wanted from you. Good review of the Minolta.

[@adamcape8734]

i absolutely love this camera.. but i must be very unlucky with the ones i got im on my 3rd one now all have had electrical failures for me!

[@ciprianoravet]

It's a simple fix, it has two capacitors that tend to fail, check them and it's golden

[@f1remandg]

Hi any clues if ago not working or only working in manual etc, I note you say that it’s one of the easier to dismantle, great video again. Regards David

[@th3_motiv3.jr_99]

Hello think of getting this is it a good shout

[@devispesaresi9069]

The worst minolta....terrible

[@Gielon]

Why?