35mm Slr Appraisal

Minolta XG-1 35mm SLR Film Camera with MD Rokkor-X 45mm f/2 Lens

This item is a Minolta XG-1 35mm Single-Lens Reflex (SLR) film camera, a classic manual focus camera from the late 1970s or early 1980s. The camera body features a dual-tone design with a silver-colored top plate and a black, textured body covering, likely a synthetic leatherette for grip. The top plate prominently displays 'minolta' in black script and 'XG 1' in a more modern, block typeface. It includes a standard hot shoe for external flash units. Control dials are visible on the top, suggesting settings for shutter speed and possibly film ASA/ISO. A red indicator light is visible on the front of the body, likely for metering or a self-timer. Attached to the camera body is an MD Rokkor-X 45mm f/2 prime lens. The lens is black with clear white and colored markings for aperture and focus distance. It specifies 'LENS MADE IN JAPAN' and has a filter thread size of 'Φ49mm'. The lens appears clean with no visible scratches or dust on the front element, exhibiting a reddish-purple hue in the reflections, indicative of modern lens coatings. The overall condition appears to be good, with no obvious signs of significant cosmetic damage like deep scratches, dents, or wear through the finish. The strap lugs are present and appear intact. The camera's construction suggests robust manufacturing typical of Japanese SLRs of its era, known for their reliability and quality optics. This particular kit, with its compact and fast 45mm f/2 lens, was popular for general photography due to its versatility and relatively small size.