Minolta Maxxum 3 Date SLR Camera Kit w/ 70-210AF Zoom Lens

Minolta Maxxum 3 Date SLR Camera Kit w/ 70-210AF Zoom Lens

 
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Product Description:

The Maxxum 3 DATE is the world's smallest and lightest AF SLR, yet it is fully equipped for high performance with one of the fastest autofocus speeds in its class, 14-segment exposure metering, subject program selection, ADI flash metering, and wireless remote flash control. In addition, it uses the same type focusing screen as Minolta's top-of-the-line Maxxums 9 and 7, for exceptionally bright and clear viewfinder images. Plus, the Maxxum 3 DATE accepts all Minolta/Maxxum AF lenses for outstanding photographic potential and image quality.
Product Details
  • Feature:
  • Small, compact 35mm SLR includes 70mm -210MM autofocus zoom lens
  • Fast, responsive autofocus system, driven by high-power motor and controlled by a fast microprocessor
  • High-quality spherical acute matte focusing screen
  • Quartz/date function adds time and date to your photos
  • Compatible with Minolta's lightweight D series lenses
  • Binding: Electronics
  • Brand: Konica-Minolta
  • EAN: 0043325021534
  • HasRedEyeReduction: 1
  • Label: Konica Minolta
  • LensType: Zoom lens
  • Manufacturer: Konica Minolta
  • Model: 3 QD
  • PackageQuantity: 1
  • ProductGroup: Photography
  • ProductTypeName: CAMERA_FILM
  • Publisher: Konica Minolta
  • Studio: Konica Minolta
  • UPC: 043325021534

Customer Reviews

Severely limiting2008-11-22
I've owned one for a good 6 years now (give or take) and it's a decent camera for the point and shoot minded photographer. While being an SLR, it's still a fully automatic camera. This means no light meter, no adjusting of aperture or shutter speed and little control in the way of adjusting for situations. It's the type of camera that a user will quickly grow out of. I personally found myself using it as a tourism camera, with a Cannon AE-1 for serious projects (until a more modern Rebel replaced them both).

It's a funny camera really. It has the capability to look serious until you notice it has only 5 buttons (one being a redundant autofocus button), and the camera is also very light and compact. I've noticed if the film is not put in juuust right, it can sometimes auto-rewind after a shot or two. It's no fun having to dig out negatives and/or throw away a couple shots sometimes.

I was honestly just a kid when I bought the camera, but I wish I took my money to something else now.
Beware refurbished Maxxum 3's2005-04-26
I bought a factory refurbished Maxxum 3 and immediately regretted it. Both rolls of film I tried, it spontaneously rewound the film after taking 4-5 pictures! Nice.
Excellent camera2004-11-11
I bought this camera because I love to take pictures. I started using the camera and I loved the way the pictures are so sharp and detailed. This camera is now attached to my hip and I take it everywhere now. Very good buy for the amateur or expert.
great camera2004-03-25
This camera takes perfect pictures. Every little detail in the photo is crystal clear. I can't believe how horrible all my pictures from my previous camera look compared to the pictures that the maxxum 3 takes. I highly recommend this camera.
Great Camera2004-01-17
This camera gives the best photographic results of any camera I've ever worked with. Ease of use and wonderful quality results in a perfect personal rating of this camera.

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