Minolta's budget SLR — aperture-priority auto with MD mount at entry-level pricing.
The Minolta XG1 launched in 1979 as an entry-level SLR with aperture-priority auto exposure and full manual mode. Part of Minolta's XG series — affordable cameras designed to make SLR photography accessible to beginners entering the hobby.
Aperture-priority auto and full manual exposure modes. LED viewfinder display with over/under exposure indicators. Electronically controlled shutter from 1 to 1/1000s plus bulb mode. Minolta MD mount compatibility provides access to the excellent Rokkor lens system.
35mm film format. Minolta MD mount — compatible with all MC and MD lenses. Compact body with electronic shutter. LED viewfinder metering. Hot shoe for dedicated flash units. Self-timer. Budget construction compared to the more advanced XD series.
Available used very cheaply — one of the most affordable functional SLRs. The excellent Minolta MD and MC Rokkor lens system is the main attraction for modern buyers. Check for battery-dependent electronics functioning correctly. For absolute budget film SLR use with access to quality glass.