I just got one today and it is my first ever film camera. May I ask if you have any tips in terms of its focus? Do I just focus the thing I want to focus within the rectangle box in the middle of the viewfinder? Because I have heard that sometimes its autofocus isn't that accurate and even if you place the thing in the rectangle box, it can still get out of focus sometimes. And does pressing the shutter halfway down lock the focus and then I can recompose whichever way I want? Thank you so much for sharing and I can't wait to start shooting with mine :)
Nice video. I found one of these at a thrift store for $3 and I almost didn’t buy it cause I have so many film cameras. I’m glad I picked it up though.
Hi! I just scored an upgraded version of this, which is the Minolta hi-matic AF2-MD. When I first tested the self timer it still works but when I tried it again, it's no longer making the beep sound but the light is illuminated 😢
Let me know how it goes! It's one of my favorite cameras I've ever used. Can't remember if I mentioned it in the video, but I got mine for $25 at a garage sale. I asked the guy if he had any 35mm cameras, and he brought this one out after going inside to get a bin of old camera stuff that hadn't been touched in years. I can't imagine how many others have a bin just like that sitting around untouched.
I love my minolta. I watch these videos just to watch the love spreading for them. Great video! Also, one of the great things about his camera is that there is no focus, so you HAVE to get close to your subjects. And that makes for a great party camera! Glad you are happy with it. I also love my very extremely noisy Canon MF with the fast 1.9 lens for parties.
lol got mine and now I m looking at the videos here on TH-cam (which ones did I watch before I decided to buy it and I know I watched yours and just saw the shark photo again and had to laugh)
I have the same camera but with a problem.. the light won’t turn on and the shutter button does nothing. I tried cleaning the battery compartment and winding the film but no luck, I de hear the flash charging though just no signs of beeping or light
And you're able to wind the film properly? The only time that I'm not able to press down on the shutter button is when the roll is finished. Interesting that you can hear the flash charging but not getting the light indicating that it's ready 🤔
I do like this camera, I also have the Nikon L35AF (good version) and Canon AF35M. I'd say I like the Minolta best...but close tie between the Nikon and Canon for 2nd place.
i have the canon AF35M and i loved it but it has stopped working on me twice so i feel scared to buy it again for a third time so I am going to buy this!!! but i geniunely loved my canon so i hope its similar. quick question, to rewind the film, does the battery have to be on? thats my only concern if it randomly stops working like my cannon my film will get stucked :/
@@imrannuri ah that is amazing to hear!!!! ok last question - do you know what is the difference between the AF2 and the Minolta Hi-Matic GF? I found the GF for cheaper but im not sure what the difference is.
I just got one today and it is my first ever film camera. May I ask if you have any tips in terms of its focus? Do I just focus the thing I want to focus within the rectangle box in the middle of the viewfinder? Because I have heard that sometimes its autofocus isn't that accurate and even if you place the thing in the rectangle box, it can still get out of focus sometimes. And does pressing the shutter halfway down lock the focus and then I can recompose whichever way I want? Thank you so much for sharing and I can't wait to start shooting with mine :)
Nice video. I found one of these at a thrift store for $3 and I almost didn’t buy it cause I have so many film cameras. I’m glad I picked it up though.
Nice one. Cracking wee camera. Worth every penny.
Hi! I just scored an upgraded version of this, which is the Minolta hi-matic AF2-MD. When I first tested the self timer it still works but when I tried it again, it's no longer making the beep sound but the light is illuminated 😢
very interesting and informative video. i have just bought this camera and i cant wait to take some pictures with it. thanks for your insights:).
Let me know how it goes! It's one of my favorite cameras I've ever used. Can't remember if I mentioned it in the video, but I got mine for $25 at a garage sale. I asked the guy if he had any 35mm cameras, and he brought this one out after going inside to get a bin of old camera stuff that hadn't been touched in years. I can't imagine how many others have a bin just like that sitting around untouched.
I love my minolta. I watch these videos just to watch the love spreading for them. Great video! Also, one of the great things about his camera is that there is no focus, so you HAVE to get close to your subjects. And that makes for a great party camera! Glad you are happy with it. I also love my very extremely noisy Canon MF with the fast 1.9 lens for parties.
Why did set the iso on the camera at 100 when the film was 400?
Wasn't sure if it was metering accurately! Better to overexpose than underexpose
@@imrannuri thank you that is helpful
lol got mine and now I m looking at the videos here on TH-cam (which ones did I watch before I decided to buy it and I know I watched yours and just saw the shark photo again and had to laugh)
hola, que parametros manuales puedes controlar en la camara? o es entera automatica?
my fav camera to carry daily
Another great camera is a Rollei 35 with a flash attachment.
I have the same camera but with a problem.. the light won’t turn on and the shutter button does nothing. I tried cleaning the battery compartment and winding the film but no luck, I de hear the flash charging though just no signs of beeping or light
And you're able to wind the film properly? The only time that I'm not able to press down on the shutter button is when the roll is finished. Interesting that you can hear the flash charging but not getting the light indicating that it's ready 🤔
great image in BW
just discovered this camera in my storage, bought via ebay bidding for £4 in 2012. glad i found this video, will keep it.
these pictures are amazing what film did you use?
Thank you! I can't remember exactly but with this camera I almost exclusively use superia 400 for color and tmax 400 for b&W
blurry....no, some grain yes. Blurry sucks.
Sometimes blurry is great!
I do like this camera, I also have the Nikon L35AF (good version) and Canon AF35M. I'd say I like the Minolta best...but close tie between the Nikon and Canon for 2nd place.
Agreed! I have that Nikon as well and it's a reliable little point and shoot
Hey which Film do you used on your Photos?
For these photos I believe it was a mix of TMAX 400 and Superia 400
Like your content keep it up
Thank you!
I picked this up for $6 at a garage sale!
Wooooo we love a good deal!! Let me know once you test it if it works correctly
Do you know what the difference is between this one and the 2-m??
No idea tbh! Hahah I'll suggest checking the forums for this one.
@@imrannuri I ended up finding out! The M version just means it has a motor in it so you don't have to crank the film manually after each shot.
i have the canon AF35M and i loved it but it has stopped working on me twice so i feel scared to buy it again for a third time so I am going to buy this!!! but i geniunely loved my canon so i hope its similar. quick question, to rewind the film, does the battery have to be on? thats my only concern if it randomly stops working like my cannon my film will get stucked :/
That canon is another fantastic point and shoot! Luckily with the Minolta it's manual rewind!
@@imrannuri ah that is amazing to hear!!!! ok last question - do you know what is the difference between the AF2 and the Minolta Hi-Matic GF? I found the GF for cheaper but im not sure what the difference is.
The GF is cheaper for a reason! The GF is a more basic model and in my opinion it's definitely worth it to spend a little more for the AF2
@@imrannuri ah ok thank you so much!!! You’ve been such a great help! Im going to buy the AF2 (:
No problem! Excited for you!