Minolta SR7 | Minolta 50mm f1.7 | 35mm SLR Film Camera | Excellent

Brand: Minolta
Model: SR-7 
Type: 35mm Manual SLR Film Camera Kit
CPB Code: R10 (Body only) 
Condition: Excellent, fully working. 

Brand: Minolta
Condition: Used
Name: Minolta 50mm f/1.7
Type: Standard Prime Lens
Mount: Minolta SR Mount
Format: 35mm Full Frame / APS-C Compatible
CPB Lens Code: DCL12
Aperture Range: f/1.7 – f/16
Focus Type: Manual
Filter Thread: 49 mm
Condition: Good

Condition Description

• Camera body (Minolta SR-7): In good cosmetic and mechanical condition. Shutter speeds and film transport function properly. Light meter is working. However, there is fungus visible on the shutter curtain which does not immediately affect operation but should be noted.

• The Minolta 50mm f/1.7 (DCL12) has been visually inspected and is in excellent cosmetic and optical condition. The glass is clear with no haze, fungus, or separation, and the aperture blades are responsive. The images shown depict the exact lens you will receive.

CPB Darkroom Inspection

• Shutter speeds tested – functional across range.

• Film advance/rewind smooth.

• Light meter tested – operational.

• Lens inspected – minor fungus and haze present.

• Aperture blades clean, responsive.

• Kit is film-ready and usable, but with noted optical flaws.

Background

The Minolta SR-7, introduced in 1962, was one of the first 35mm SLRs with a built-in CdS light meter, setting a new standard for camera design. It represents Minolta’s early innovation and is part of the lineage that would lead to their highly regarded SRT series. A vintage shooting experience with historical significance.

Introduced in the late 1980s, the Minolta 50mm f/1.7 is a fast, compact standard lens known for its sharpness, rich color rendition, and smooth background blur. Ideal for portraits, low-light, and general photography, it remains a highly regarded classic from Minolta’s lineup.

This lens with the Minolta SR (MD/MC) mount is compatible with a wide range of manual-focus Minolta 35mm SLR film cameras.

All lenses sold by CPB Darkroom are inspected for optical clarity, focusing accuracy, and mechanical reliability. Units awaiting camera testing are re-verified before dispatch to ensure full operational quality.

Usage Notes

This kit is suited for collectors or photographers who appreciate the charm of vintage Minolta gear. The fungus on the shutter curtain and the lens optics do not prevent shooting but may impact long-term reliability and image contrast. Ideal for those looking to experiment with classic Minolta rendering at an affordable price point.