Minolta XE-5 is a top-quality single-lens reflex camera whose electronic system will control exposure for you automatically, freeing you for more enjoyment or greater creativity. You can also control exposure manually, with or without reference to the meter indication. In either case, your XE-5 offers full control of camera exposure variables. This eminently refined and well-thought-out model with its unique new electronic shutter lets you enjoy easy handling, utmost smoothness and quietness, and considerate "fail-safe" features throughout. Further, your XE-5 is an integral part of the Minolta SLR system and uses all interchangeable lenses and applicable system accessories. It is thus ready to grow with you and your needs for great versatility even in advanced, professional, or specialized scientific or technical use. SHUTTER: Type: Focal-plane Model: Electronically controlled Speeds: 4 - 1/1000 + B EXPOSURE: Exposure metering: Through-the-lens (TTL), open-aperture Exposure modes: Aperture-priority Auto Manual PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: Weight: 730g Dimensions: 148x97x58mm FLASH SYNC: Threaded PC terminal and hot shoe for X delay; Electronic flash synchronizes at "X" (1/90 sec.) and lower stepless and step speeds; FP contact. (Class M, MF, or FP flashbulbs synchronize at 1/30 sec. or lower speeds) SELF-TIMER: Lever type, operating time variable from approx. 6 to 10 sec. POWER: Two 1.5v silver-oxide cells, Eveready S-76 or equivalent, contained in camera base power both auto exposure control and shutter's electronically governed operation; battery checker on end of body. Mirror stays up (no exposure made) as warning when voltage too low for electronic operation OTHER: 4-slot take-up spool; memo holder and ASA-DIN conversion scale on back cover, separate eyepiece cap Lens: The Minolta MC ROKKOR 1:1.7 55mm is 50 years old but none the less it is one of the best quality lenses to use on Film and Digitale Cameras! OPTICAL DESIGN: Focal length: 55mm Speed: F/1.7 Maximum format: 35mm full frame Mount and Flange focal distance: Minolta SR [43.5mm] Diagonal angle of view: 42.9° Lens construction: 6 elements in 5 groups DIAPHRAGM MECHANISM: Diaphragm type: Automatic Aperture control: Aperture ring (Manual settings only) Number of blades: 6 (six) FOCUSING: Closest focusing distance: 0.5m Focusing modes: Manual focus only Manual focus control: Focusing ring PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: Weight: 230g Maximum diameter x Length: ⌀63×37mm ACCESSORIES: Filters: Screw-type 52mm Lens hood: D52ND - Screw-type round Teleconverters: Minolta MD 2X Tele Converter 300-S → 110mm F/3.4