Product Description:
The Maxxum 8000i is a great camera and even better value compared to current expensive models, not to mention the super line of Maxxum lenses and flash units that make for a very capable system, almost everything an advanced photo bug could want. DON'T CONFUSE A 8000i WITH ITS WATERED-DOWN, SIMILAR LOOKING SISTER--THE 7000i. This camera features AUTO EVERYTHING, including 3 FRAMES PER SECOND SHOOTING, 1/8000th of a second shutter speed (the 7000i can only claim 1/4000th second), a front mounted flash sync, MULTIPLE-EXPOSURE CAPABILITY (something wished for but never obtained by 7000i owners), with one of the softest, most capable shutters ever put on a camera. It also features several exposure modes and the ABILITY TO ACCEPT A LONG LIST OF MINOLTA CREATIVE EXPANSION CARDS. It's LCD panel is illuminated in low light and this lighting shuts off when the exterior light is sufficient. This model is considered one of Minolta's BEST DESIGNED/BEST BUILT, with well placed controls and is considered a top-level, PRO-GRADE CAMERA
Product Details
- Feature:
- Auto or Manual Focus
- FAST 1/8000th Shutte Speed
- Professional Grade
- Program cards available
- Binding: Electronics
- Brand: Minolta
- Color: Black
- EAN: 0043325020643
- HasRedEyeReduction: 1
- Label: Minolta Camera Co., Ltd
- Manufacturer: Minolta Camera Co., Ltd
- Model: 8000i
- MPN: 8000i
- PackageQuantity: 1
- ProductGroup: Photography
- ProductTypeName: CAMERA_FILM
- Publisher: Minolta Camera Co., Ltd
- Studio: Minolta Camera Co., Ltd
- UPC: 043325020643
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