Minolta HiMatic E rangefinder camera (black)

TA rare black example of the Hi-Matic E - a very easy camera to use from the 1970s, with fully automatic exposure and rangefinder focusing. Just focus the lens, and shoot.

It has a standout quality lens that is often mentioned as one of the best of the era.

We also include a reprint of the original instruction manual.

Features:

• 40mm f/1.7 lens of exceptional quality
• Extremely wide shutter speed range: from 1/1000s to 2s
• Self-timer
• Automatic flash aperture setting
• Battery check button
• Slow shutter speed warning lamp
• Takes regular 35mm film
• Uses 2 x regular SR44 batteries using brass adaptors (supplied)

Has the same lens as the legendary (and hard to find) Minolta HiMatic 7SII.

A beautiful introduction to the world of high quality, retro cameras. 

Condition:

Body and lens in very good condition. Some light scuffs on the body but no major marks.