Minolta α Sweet + 28-80mm | Single lens reflex camera (SLR)
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Minolta α Sweet autofocus 35mm SLR with bundled AF 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 Macro lens, Minolta/Sony A mount, in good condition and tested and working.
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Minolta α Sweet autofocus 35mm SLR (1998) with Minolta AF 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 Macro zoom. Fully working Minolta/Sony A-mount kit; see the notes below.
Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.
The Minolta α Sweet is a compact autofocus 35mm SLR launched in 1998, sold in Europe as the Dynax 505si Super and in North America as the Maxxum XTsi. It sat in the accessible consumer tier of Minoltas late-1990s autofocus range, offering fast three-area autofocus, 14-segment honeycomb metering with a spot option, and a shutter up to 1/4000s in a light, easy-to-use body. Film photographers value it today as an affordable, reliable entry into the Minolta AF system with full program and manual control. It uses the Minolta / Sony A bayonet mount, so its lenses are plentiful on the used market and adapt readily to mirrorless cameras via an adapter.
Important — please read carefully:
The lens has slight early signs of fungus at the edge of the front element (at the rim, minimal effect on images), and the right-hand grip leatherette has been re-covered. The camera and lens are fully working. Please review the photos and consider this before bidding.
Condition: Used — Good
Pre-owned autofocus SLR kit (body + AF 28-80mm zoom), in good working order with the points noted below.
Serial Number
Please check the photo.
Appearance
Good overall. The right-hand grip leatherette has been re-covered with a replacement synthetic-leather sheet. Please check the photos for details.
Optical Condition
Lens / Sensor: There are slight early signs of fungus at the edge of the front element of the lens; otherwise the optics are clean.
Functional
The camera and lens operate correctly, with working autofocus and metering.
Known Issues
1. There are slight early signs of fungus at the very edge of the lens front element (please see the photos); it is at the rim and has minimal effect on images.
2. The right-hand grip leatherette has been re-covered with a replacement sheet (a tidy repair, noted for transparency).
Mount
MINOLTA / SONY A mount
Bundled Items
Minolta AF 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 Macro lens (fitted), lens hood and Minolta front cap, as shown in the photos. Only what you can see in the pictures is included.
Important Notes for Used Items
As this is a used item, subtle imperfections may exist that are not individually described.
Shipping
We ship via Japan Post (ePacket Light). Your package will be handed over to the local postal carrier in your country for final delivery. For high-value items, we may use FedEx or DHL.
We only ship to registered addresses.
We ship within 3 business days after payment.
Customs and Taxes
Import duties, taxes, and other fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Please check with your country's customs office before bidding.
We do not under-declare item values or mark items as "gifts."
Returns and Buyer Protection
Handled in accordance with Catawiki's Seller Terms.
If you have any questions, please contact us before bidding.
Thank you for visiting our listing.
Japan has one of the world's largest used-camera markets.
We appreciate your interest.
Seller's Story
Welcome to Snow Optics Japan!
We are a professional camera and vintage lens store based in Hokkaido, Japan. We specialize in high-quality Japanese vintage cameras and classic manual focus lenses (such as CONTAX, Nikon, Canon, Pentax, and more).
"Quality and Honesty" is our policy. Our professional staff carefully inspects, cleans, and tests every item before listing. We always provide detailed photos and honest descriptions about the optical and functional conditions, including any minor flaws, so you can bid with 100% confidence.
We pack all items extremely carefully with robust materials to ensure they arrive safely to Europe and the rest of the world. We are looking forward to delivering fantastic Japanese camera equipment to you.
Thank you for visiting our auctions!
Minolta α Sweet autofocus 35mm SLR (1998) with Minolta AF 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 Macro zoom. Fully working Minolta/Sony A-mount kit; see the notes below.
Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.
The Minolta α Sweet is a compact autofocus 35mm SLR launched in 1998, sold in Europe as the Dynax 505si Super and in North America as the Maxxum XTsi. It sat in the accessible consumer tier of Minoltas late-1990s autofocus range, offering fast three-area autofocus, 14-segment honeycomb metering with a spot option, and a shutter up to 1/4000s in a light, easy-to-use body. Film photographers value it today as an affordable, reliable entry into the Minolta AF system with full program and manual control. It uses the Minolta / Sony A bayonet mount, so its lenses are plentiful on the used market and adapt readily to mirrorless cameras via an adapter.
Important — please read carefully:
The lens has slight early signs of fungus at the edge of the front element (at the rim, minimal effect on images), and the right-hand grip leatherette has been re-covered. The camera and lens are fully working. Please review the photos and consider this before bidding.
Condition: Used — Good
Pre-owned autofocus SLR kit (body + AF 28-80mm zoom), in good working order with the points noted below.
Serial Number
Please check the photo.
Appearance
Good overall. The right-hand grip leatherette has been re-covered with a replacement synthetic-leather sheet. Please check the photos for details.
Optical Condition
Lens / Sensor: There are slight early signs of fungus at the edge of the front element of the lens; otherwise the optics are clean.
Functional
The camera and lens operate correctly, with working autofocus and metering.
Known Issues
1. There are slight early signs of fungus at the very edge of the lens front element (please see the photos); it is at the rim and has minimal effect on images.
2. The right-hand grip leatherette has been re-covered with a replacement sheet (a tidy repair, noted for transparency).
Mount
MINOLTA / SONY A mount
Bundled Items
Minolta AF 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 Macro lens (fitted), lens hood and Minolta front cap, as shown in the photos. Only what you can see in the pictures is included.
Important Notes for Used Items
As this is a used item, subtle imperfections may exist that are not individually described.
Shipping
We ship via Japan Post (ePacket Light). Your package will be handed over to the local postal carrier in your country for final delivery. For high-value items, we may use FedEx or DHL.
We only ship to registered addresses.
We ship within 3 business days after payment.
Customs and Taxes
Import duties, taxes, and other fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Please check with your country's customs office before bidding.
We do not under-declare item values or mark items as "gifts."
Returns and Buyer Protection
Handled in accordance with Catawiki's Seller Terms.
If you have any questions, please contact us before bidding.
Thank you for visiting our listing.
Japan has one of the world's largest used-camera markets.
We appreciate your interest.
Seller's Story
Welcome to Snow Optics Japan!
We are a professional camera and vintage lens store based in Hokkaido, Japan. We specialize in high-quality Japanese vintage cameras and classic manual focus lenses (such as CONTAX, Nikon, Canon, Pentax, and more).
"Quality and Honesty" is our policy. Our professional staff carefully inspects, cleans, and tests every item before listing. We always provide detailed photos and honest descriptions about the optical and functional conditions, including any minor flaws, so you can bid with 100% confidence.
We pack all items extremely carefully with robust materials to ensure they arrive safely to Europe and the rest of the world. We are looking forward to delivering fantastic Japanese camera equipment to you.
Thank you for visiting our auctions!
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Minolta
Model/type nr
α Sweet + 28-80mm |
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Lens Mount Type
Minolta A / Sony A
Estimated period
1990-2000
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