Shoot Film: Minolta X-700

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[@KingJvpes]

Love my x-700! Great video :)

[@bwc1976]

The X-700 is one of my all-time favorite cameras as well! Beautiful 80's design with just the right balance of plastic and metal in its construction, and I wish I could have known in time to buy one of the last brand-new examples before it was discontinued after its amazing 20ish year run.

[@brvnos]

Just wanted to let you know that your channel is keeping me busy during this quarantine... thank you bro!

[@UnusSedLeo-w5l]

Subscribed! Love the X-700. Have 4 of them, all bought between 25-40 Eur including lenses (28-85mm MD, 50mm 1:1.7). Two pristine examples, almost new from the box amongst this bunch. They are on display now. The roughest looking X-700 is now in use for street photography with, yes, the 50mm 1:1.7. Also have 2 X-500's (very good too, more rare) and my starter, a X-300, purchased in 1987. Still in occasional use. Yes. I love Minoltas!

[@tipona10]

vangestelwijnen what about xd? Minolta xd

[@jeremyharris8796]

My parents bought me an X-700 in 1987 when I was taking a photography class in High School. When I went away to college, it got lost. Just found one today at a local camera shot, and I'm really excited to shoot with it again!

[@robvisualstreetphotography]

My dad used a XD7 back in the days. I still own this camera and it works like a charm.

[@FloofyKusus]

I'm a total Minolta guy when it comes to film: I shot my first pics with my mother's Minolta 7000 and stayed with Minolta's film cameras ever since.

[@TreyPiepmeier]

These pictures are fantastic! You sold them short in your explanation. :)

[@OperationBlueprint]

I recently bought a Minolta XG-M. I'm loving it :)

[@FirstOnRaceDayCapri2904]

I love my X-700, i have many lenses, motor drives, winders, flashes, tripods for it, theycan have some issues with capacitors stopping working but they can be fixed very easily.

[@13jxrxn12]

I really love the x700. Got into photography with this thing. I never really had problems with the built-in lightmeter. It work great, also on slide film but maybe I was just lucky haha. I really recommend this camera to everybody who wants to start with analog photography!!!

[@edpavez]

me too. from all the ones I've tried, it's my favorite SLR.

[@GaetanCormier]

I had a X-700 before and what I can remember from using it is that the sound of the shutter was sweet! Not too noisy! Keep up the good work Eduardo!

[@ctimur]

the guy with the upright bass photo is my pick from this episode. well-done as always, Ed!

[@lander.96]

Man, i loved this camera! It's a nostalgic style.

[@NickExposed]

Another wonderful video Eduardo! Personally I dig the red tones the shadows fell into. I know what you mean about going from a short throw on the rangefinder back to a long focus throw on the slr. I have the voigtlander 35 skopar on the m2 which is literally a 2 inch or less span of movement from closest focus to infinity. Even jumping from that to the Nikkor 50/1.4 I have for the camera is difficult to adjust to. Your shots turned out great though despite battling the lens. Keep up the great work!

[@loresparrow]

My first analog cam was the canon ae-1 and now i got the minolta x-700 with a 35-70 mm lens + also a 70-210 mm lens for only €55 !! Im so excited aaah

[@savtejdhillon]

I bought and foolishly sold my X-700 which was my first film camera. I'll get another one soon. Loved that camera.

[@cosminovidiumunteanu]

I also like the x700/x500 very much. Who prefers to shoot more in manual mode I recommend the X500 (x570). The leds in the viewfinder are offering a more complete view over the exposure 😉

[@j.elizabeth4621]

Thank you so much for your walk-arounds, it's great to see how you shoot and line your shots up. I was shooting with a Bronica SQ-a for a few years but it died a very traumatic death and it's been about two years since I've been able to pick up another camera. But I found an X-700 with a few lenses for around $160 and I'm excited to get some film for it. It looks great with the low light 28mm.

[@edensedge9156]

woot i love my x-570 it always feels right in the hand. It never fails to do the job. the viewfinder is beautiful too. the glass for them is still "cheap" comparatively speaking. I personally stopped using the x-700 in favor of the x-570 as i didn't like the program mode. you should try the X-570 it may not seem like the little changes would matter but it makes the tool so much easier to use.

[@1OnionHead1]

8:09 i guess the dog was like "wth is he doin' there"

[@ihasmax]

Man with Cello was my fav. I was skeptical of the wide angle but these look great and make me want to bust out my 28mm

[@lbp2454]

Felicitaciones por tu contenido Ed, eres el mejor, me inspiro y aprendo bastante con cada uno de tus videos, un abrazo y un saludo

[@moyashisoba]

The X-700 has been my first camara bought by myself (my actual first one has been a Agfamatic Telepocket 4008 which I got for my 6th birthday). I loved this camera. Unfortunately I broke it. :(

[@mercury2ster]

I always look forward to your videos! Very inspirational!

[@kristoffergo6294]

I just want to say that I love your videos man. I watch every episode and I don't even shoot film. I do love streetphotography though:) keep it up:)

[@r.a.8590]

Dude, you're an excellent street photographer. Love your work!

[@mr.f4497]

Wow, I love the picture at 8:47

[@jonathanmalinza]

im all about 9:26

[@nickdidntdoit999]

i agree.her smile is just amazing

[@FelipeFigueroaG]

I think the short throw/sensibility with the focus ring is common with wide angle lenses. I had a Zeiss 28mm f2.8 C/Y and it had the same "problem".

[@FrankWalsh]

Agreed. My Yashica 28 and Olympus 28 are similar.

[@r.a.8590]

HOOOOOYAAAAA :) Great videos man. Really like your insight into film cameras.

[@j.c.103]

great camera, i can recommend it too ! Very comfortable, very beautiful black SLR, very good Rokkor lenses. When it comes to wide angle lenses, i can recommend the small and quick Rokkor 35mmf2.8. The Rokkors 28mm are nice too ( much more better than the Hoya ), you should choose a later f2.8 or f3.5 Rokkor .

[@chiara1939]

You are such a cool and nice guy! It's a pleasure watching and listening to your videos😊 Subscribed!

[@alazokudan4830]

i really liked the photos eduardo. always wanted to have a x-700 but for now i'm just sticking to my zenit due to money problems.

[@jonnelson4]

I prefer the slightly darker exposures. I think they're great. Well done!

[@cindeyah]

I'm debating on getting the Minolta x-700 35mm or the Canon A-1 50mm. The canon is around 195 USD and the Minolta is x-700 about 87 USD. I know you said that you liked the Minolta over the Canon but I don't know which one to get.

[@limhockchien3209]

yesterday i just bought a minolta x700 with 50mm 1.4 arround usd 275.........

[@tuomaskatila]

cindy rivera curious of what you decided! Currently battling with the same question..

[@SelleKali]

cindy rivera same

[@terrywbreedlove]

I had that choice way back when the X700 first came out and I tried both. I went with the X700 just was a little more new and advanced. Now I shoot a Nikon F3.

[@phillipwombacher9635]

as a travel nurse who photographs my journies across north america i decided to switch to film and i bought a canon A1 and a minolta x700 and both are great cameras but i absolutely prefer the minolta by far

[@photobooksandrecords]

Great camera and very capable when set to Auto too!

[@dreacul]

Man, Ive been trying to learn photografy with my dSLR Nikon d5300 and its nice you know because its good to see the results of your tests quickly, BUT maaan, film camera in my oppinion are supreme.

[@bobklose5455]

I LOVE the Minolta X-700. The problem is that here in Italy nobody develops positive Fujichrome anymore:(

[@stingGraff333]

Hey Edwardo. I've noticed that you seem to have pretty good luck with people not being bothered by your camera. Is that a Londoner thing? People in Boston seem to be put off by someone simply having a camera in their hands, which I've noticed seems not to be the case in NYC and LA (and maybe London if your videos are any indication). Such an odd thing. Thanks for another great shoot film episode!

[@bonedyone]

Sam M Not only that but also the second guy recording him shoot, here in new jersery I get bad shady looks

[@ddaly20111993]

I was just about to ask the same thing. He also seems to be invisible. How does he get so close to people and have them not even notice it?

[@GwendolynNevarez]

Sam M People in California are put off by the sight of a camera. I was out last week taking photos with my dslr, and I was getting told that I should ask first before taking pictures by a number of people. What's funny is that I wasn't even taking photos of people only landscapes. I just called it a day and went home.

[@jameskelly4196]

DSLRs are huge. I'd suggest trying something like a Fuji x100T or x70 instead. Much less intimidating to people.

[@DecemberSounds]

Dress artsy, grow interesting facial hair, rock hipster glasses and you can do this anywhere. You need to look and feel like an exotic tourist. Part of it is in your head. Part of it is in your look.

[@ashlynch8181]

Nice video and beautiful shots! I've been thinking of trying out film and this might be a camera for me to consider! thanks!

[@DavidRivera-gc3hi]

Great video. Looking on Ebay to buy a used Minolta x700 and frequently it is brought up that there could be dust particles in the view finder but that the image is not affected by this. Is this true?

[@RareBrink]

The x700 specifically has a problem with the meter where, nowadays, they tend to underexpose. The glue they used to attach the metering cells yellows with age. This causes less light to make it to the meter and it will generally miss by a stop or two. I was given one of these that had literally never been opened and it suffered from this issue. Though, not all x700 seem to suffer from this issue, it might have something to do with how much sun exposure the glue gets or something. You can avoid this problem altogether by purchasing the x570 instead. Its the same camera but often goes for less money for w/e reason. I picked one up on shopgoodwill for $40 with a 50mm f1.7 on it.

[@cosminovidiumunteanu]

Float if less light gets "hitting" the light meter then the camera "would think" it is darker and tend to compensate by choosing a longer exposure time. This would lead to overexposure.

[@delarageaz]

i was lucky to find a x-700 "like new" in a flea market with a kit zoom for only 25$US and i love it, i've later find an amazing 58mm f/1.4 for 25$US too :)

[@bensonstein3993]

They are great cameras. I have one myself. I have the classic Minolta 50mm f/2 on it.

[@shaaaang]

My go-to SLR for pretty much every occasion, the metering works fantastic. I tend to just stick to the 50mm lens

[@ryanlheureu_x4459]

I recently got into analog photography with the x570 which is almost identical in features. I love it, but I feel like most photographers don't prefer SLR cameras. What would you say is the biggest drawback for using an SLR vs. a rangefinder? Great video/shots by the way!

[@tkmedia3866]

Ryan LHeureu_x use what you like and have fun

[@hafiz2664]

Your approach to street photography reminds me almost of how Cartier Bresson does it. Swift and stealthy. Always looking and processing the scene for a photo opportunity. You dress as they dress to blend in well with the surroundings. Cartier Bresson loves to hide his camera as he's walking but he's always looking. This is a link to a video of Cartier Bresson in action. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGHSaYh-rs52iZY

[@viridity5381]

i actually really like the red shadows! adds character :))

[@qy1821]

im just gonna pause and say your glasses suit you so well!!!!

[@nose821]

me di cuenta que había algo relacionado con Venezuela al fondo de una de tus imágenes nice, se que no lo hacías a propósito ni mucho menos, que fue quizás a donde viste la foto pero igual me da alegría, ja gracias.

[@SoExpired]

I like the look of the film! I might order IMAX medium format version of that film. There was a link under one of your videos :)

[@jehandelange6266]

Always a pleasure man :)

[@Sword-of-Christ-Ministries]

Tamron makes so much better lenses, plus with all their adapters you can use the same favorite lenses with all your cameras.

[@attikur_rahman]

Pictures are amazing

[@rbruce63]

I love the pictures with glass reflections! Eduardo do you not feel that at slow speeds of less or equal than 1/30 th the shutter curtain moves the camera? And would you rather recommend me buy a telephoto 135/2.8 lens for this camera?

[@LS-cs9rq]

love the last picture

[@fabm4252]

This was my very first camera in high school. Best camera ever.

[@Odxbase]

Fire!

[@andylaurel]

I wonder if the off-brand lens threw off the metering accuracy? I have an X700 that works perfectly with my MC and MD Rokkor 28, 35, 45, and 58mm lenses. Great vid as always.

[@edpavez]

thanks, man. and no, it's a problem with my camera (not every X700, just mine). the underexposing problem happened with a 50, 28 and 24...!

[@TheNoticedAgency]

Why do you prefer the X-700 over the X-300? Thx for the great content!

[@constanzarivas1150]

Que buen video!!! sería increíble si pudieras traducirlos... aunq me imagino q es un tiempo enorme extra de edición. De lo que logré entender en inglés, no me quedó claro que temperatura color tiene el rollo... Yo asumo que los kodaks que tengo son luz día... pero hablaste que el rollo funcionaba bien en días nublados, cambia la temperatura del rollo?

[@edpavez]

hola Constanza: el 99% todos mis videos tienen subtítulos, tienes que activarlos.

[@marlonaso1]

Hola, cuando el dial está en modo A y la exposición es muy clara o demasiado obscura la cámara dispara? O se bloquea para ajustar la apertura del diafragma?

[@isalooney]

hey, i'm about to buy a minolta x-700 but i can't find any site where they sell fill rolls, do you know any? thank you :)

[@rodrigogarrido992]

Eduardo, eres chileno? me compre una monllta x-700 y quiero utilizarla. Que rollo recomiendas en ByN y en color? sabes como exponer en manual?

[@IrisMG]

I found a similar one at a thrift store for $5. I need lessons on how to use it, and I need to find a place that sells and processes film! Everyone is digital anymore

[@davidrothschild8913]

Shot maybe 20 rolls of colow and BW with my minolta and Ive never really had that problem with meter. Where do you get your Kodak vision film?

[@catlnrzs]

Hola Ed! Soy de Chile, y tengo una Minolta X-700 pero con un lente Vivitar 28-210mm, el cual quiero cambiar por uno de 50mm. También tengo una Zenit con un lente 50mm, pero que claro, no calza con la Minolta, por lo que acá va mi consulta: ¿Tu sabes de algún lugar en Santiago que venda adaptadores? Si pudieras darme algún consejo para lograr cambiar el lente de mi Minolta te lo agradecería un montón. A todo esto, muy buena música!, y fotos, por su puesto. Saludos!

[@edpavez]

No, no sé dónde venderán adaptadores. No vivo en Santiago desde hace años y muchos negocios que conocía se movieron o cerraron. Lo siento.

[@catlnrzs]

Vale, gracias de todas formas!

[@joelrodriguez3538]

Eduardo haras la reunión en México para una salida fotográfica?

[@oscarandresamadomalaga6114]

Hi, I have a question, does the Rokkor x 1:1.7 F = 50mm fits this camera?

[@jasondf]

That last shot would have been even better with your xpan!

[@huibi]

Hi, nice work man. You have ever tried Olympus om 2?

[@gustavootero]

Me gustaron las fotos, el color y hasta el grano, lo único que no me gusta es esa gente que siempre esta con el móvil en la mano, odio las fotos de gente mirando el móvil, pronto será casi imposible hacer una foto callejera donde no se vea un móvil, saludos.

[@bryanotero123]

Eah llevas mi apellido xD

[@victorcastillo9670]

Tengo una Minolta x-300 con un objetivo 70-210mm y me encantaría comprarle un 50mm, ¿por donde comprar los objetivos?. Gracias por todo, eres genial!!! :)

[@FirstOnRaceDayCapri2904]

Ebay

[@haarisarain5048]

What are your thoughts on the Minolta SRT202? Are you a fan of fully mechanical camera (with exception to the light meter)? I know it probably isn't the best for street shooting but I have been using it around town and what not and I love it.

[@edpavez]

I haven't tried it yet, but I'm sure it will be the same as all the other SLRs I've tried, after all, I only use full manual. :)

[@haarisarain5048]

Awesome. I'm pretty excited to see what you shoot in mexico :]

[@lancmac]

Just noticed.. you got gray hair.. Wow that film sure changes colors.. At about 9:30 in the video the motorcyclist is wearing a helmet. The video camera yellow is way different than your 35mm print... From Hi-vis yellow to almost yellow/orange in color.

[@jacobhernandez1756]

Buen video como siempre .. Saludos! 👏🏻

[@BlkKidWithTheGlasses]

Does it have a count down so I could shoot my own photos on my own?

[@dimiutube]

Thanks for this video, Eduardo. I've got an X-700 today from eBay and I'm looking forward to play around with it. Also, I'll bring it to London the next time and try some analog street photography, too. Have you ever run into trouble with people when shooting in the streets? Have a good time.

[@samueljames9015]

you can even make a Jansport backpack look cool

[@s.bokowski8627]

Hi, have a minolta x-700 with 50 f/1.4 lens with ektar 100 film coming, my first film camera . Lets see if it works.

[@fabius_costa]

please try the first digital range finder of all time the Epson RD1

[@lichtmaler]

consider shooting portra 400. I believe it handles the light more generously.

[@edpavez]

Only if overexposed, otherwise it’s a pretty average film. I’ve shot a lot of Portra 400 and I don’t really like it. I much prefer Ektar 100.

[@r.a.8590]

Problem with trying to shoot the way you do where I love is that everyone stops if they see you trying to shoot a photo. They stand there and wait and won't walk past. I guess the only way to get around this is by being more discrete....

[@suhardyhady5672]

Hai Eduardo u make me Wan to use back my film camera I have Minolta 300 camera but haven't been use for quite some time after digital camera comes in

[@Stsanchman]

I love how vibrant the images come out on film. Do you develop your own color negatives?

[@edpavez]

when I'm at home, yes.

[@monteirotomas]

hey awesome photos! could you please tell me which film are you shooting with on this particular video?

[@edpavez]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5CanIale7J-l6sm20s

[@xiaochmiel]

Just get my first x700 film developed. Does anybody know why all of my pictures are badly out of focus (ff)? Im sure about my focusing, look good in viewfinder however photos are unsharp badly. Tested on 2 lenses 50mm and 135mm... is my camera body faulty?

[@zaborowskimichal]

Ed, Does your Pakon siftware recognize DX code from Vision3 ?

[@teekay989]

When you use your phone for light metering what app do you use?

[@patrickjamesjuplo113]

great results bro!

[@danieldijo]

Why did you rip the film when loading?

[@scotttyson285]

Second this. Great video, just purchased this camera because of it! edit: Nevermind, I see why. The film is square with the roll so he tapers it so it's easier to load.

[@skatelibour]

que piensas de la canon a 1 ? :) saludos desde republica dominicana

[@michelleballetgrl]

Hey there! I am looking into buying this camera and have never used film. I am purchasing the body only and am wondering which all-around-good and standard lense you recommend to get for it?

[@musicmaestro88]

35mm or 50mm. IG: @freshouttafocus

[@Jacob-cq7fp]

What is the brand of film you used in this video?

[@raiden403]

Compared to the Minolta X-370, which one would you prefer?

[@edpavez]

I haven’t tried the X370

[@jammyd33]

What lens are you using??

[@cdl0]

A 28 mm Hoya lens, apparently.

[@mikishootsonfilm]

I love my X-700 bought new in Madrid in 1992. Unfortunately for the second time it is broken and electronics seem to be dead. Anyone can suggest a good repair service for this model?

[@marlonaso1]

Hay una versión made in china y otra japonesa, sabes por qué?

[@victorfilm_]

Currently shopping for shutter cable, but I see a lot of mixed reviews on Amazon. Any recommended brands / models?

[@edpavez]

Nope. I don't have one, currently. I had one many years ago but I found it totally useless and don't even remember the brand.