Used Minolta 16 for Sale — From £56

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Minolta's subminiature camera — the Minolta 16 for 16mm cartridge film.

The Minolta 16 is a subminiature camera from Minolta using 16mm cartridge film. Part of the subminiature camera trend of the 1950s-1970s, it produced tiny negatives on 16mm film in proprietary cartridges. Minolta applied their optical expertise to the miniature format. Several versions were produced with incremental improvements across the production run.

Image quality is limited by the tiny 16mm format — small negatives with limited resolution adequate for small prints. Minolta's optical quality ensures good results relative to the format. The camera features automatic exposure on some versions. Build quality is good Minolta — significantly better than generic subminiatures. A quality subminiature from a major manufacturer.

No standard mount — fixed lens. Uses Minolta 16mm cartridge film — discontinued and unavailable. Weight very light — pocket camera. Build quality good Minolta. The Minolta 16 cartridge system is proprietary and discontinued. Standard 16mm film can potentially be reloaded into cartridges by dedicated users.

Available at low collector prices. Check mechanism. Film cartridges are discontinued — standard 16mm film can be reloaded with effort. Minolta quality above generic subminiatures. A collectible subminiature from a major manufacturer. Only for subminiature enthusiasts willing to reload film cartridges.