Minolta XE | SLR Film Camera | Good

Brand: Minolta

Name: Minolta XE

Type: SLR Camera

Type of Film: 35mm Film

CPB Body Code: JL71

Shutter: Electronically controlled focal-plane shutter, 4 sec – 1/1000 sec + Bulb

Metering: TTL center-weighted

Battery: 2 × SR44 / LR44

Lens Mount: Minolta SR Mount

Condition: Good

The Minolta XE (JL71) has been inspected by CPB Darkroom and is in working condition. The shutter fires correctly, and film advance and control dials operate smoothly, ensuring reliable performance. The light meter functions correctly. Cosmetically, the camera shows normal signs of use consistent with age. The images shown depict the exact camera you will receive.

Introduced in the mid-1970s, the Minolta XE is known for its smooth shutter mechanism and solid build quality, developed in collaboration with Leica. It offers aperture-priority automatic exposure along with manual control, making it a versatile and refined SLR for both beginners and experienced photographers. This camera uses standard 35mm (135) film, producing images in the 24 × 36 mm format.

SLR cameras sold by CPB Darkroom are inspected for shutter accuracy, metering response, and film transport reliability, with any cosmetic or functional notes clearly described and reflected in the condition grade.

The sample images shown were made on film using this exact camera and lens, offering a true representation of its rendering, lens performance, and overall image quality.