28-75mm zoom compact with wider-than-average coverage for versatile everyday film photography.
The Minolta Riva Zoom 75W is a compact 35mm film camera from Minolta's Riva series with a wide-starting zoom — the W designation indicating a wider-than-standard maximum wide-angle position, typically beginning at 28mm. A wide starting point is particularly useful for travel, interiors, and environmental photography.
Built-in wide-starting zoom lens (approximately 28-75mm), automatic exposure and autofocus, built-in flash, DX-coded 35mm film loading.
The wider 28mm starting focal length makes the Riva Zoom 75W more versatile for tight spaces and environmental photography than standard 35mm-starting compact cameras. Minolta's optical quality in the Riva range is generally above average for the class. A practical travel compact for film photographers.
Test zoom operation from 28mm to 75mm. Verify autofocus accuracy at near and far distances. Check flash function. Inspect lens for haze. Check battery compartment. Light seals may need replacement.