Comments on: Minolta XG1 Camera Review

By: Kev D.

Kev D. — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 18:14:16 +0000

In reply to Michael Seefeldt. I had the same problem in mine. Apparently the metal tab in the battery slot in the camera was not making good contact with the batteries? I (GENTLY) bent the tab up a bit, towards the batteries and then it worked OK.

By: Ron K

Ron K — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 04:58:49 +0000

I was recently given an XG-1 for free, and while it lacks some of the common features advanced shooters may take for granted, don’t sell it short – it’s still a solid, well-performing camera that takes perfectly acceptable shots all things considered. Having only recently made the jump full-time to a DSLR after using a Canon 35mm for nearly 30 years, it was an interesting experience recalling the need to make every shot on a roll of film count. And that need, to simply slow down on the shutter finger, is something important that is being lost from the art of photography in our modern age of endless digital storage space.

By: Michael Seefeldt

Michael Seefeldt — Sun, 30 May 2021 12:20:55 +0000

I’ve had my XG1 since the early 80’s. Recently I put fresh batteries in and it won’t work sadly. I even got another set of batteries to check. I can’t get the shutter to advance or the BC light to come on. Was really looking forward to loading some film.

By: David

David — Sun, 25 Apr 2021 18:08:02 +0000

I bought my XG1 in Singapore around 1979. If I remember correctly it had a 45mm lens on it. I have since had my nostalgia re-invigorated by reading this article and looking at the plethora of MD/MC lenses available. I was wondering how good they would be on my XH1 and XT2 obviously in manual focus. Has anyone any experience using them on Fuji Cameras.

By: john M

john M — Sat, 20 Mar 2021 02:00:44 +0000

The XG-1 will be the one to get.

By: Lars A G.

Lars A G. — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 22:17:38 +0000

Thanks for that review. I have an XE-5 which is very nice but the meter is not operating dependably, so I’m looking at other more recent models from Minolta for my Rokkors.
There’s the X 7-300 series and there’s this one.
Both from the early 80s so should have better chance of having a working meter.
And i’m looking at one with Minolta’s 35-70 zoom for around $40.- in mint condition.
Should be a no-brainer.

By: Tim

Tim — Sun, 24 Jan 2021 15:05:47 +0000

I have my dad’s old SRT-101, I love to shoot it but batteries are a pain. Along with it came two 58mm, the 1.4 and the venerated 1.2, plus a J.C. Penny 28. I’ve picked up a few others over time as well. Add to it my Maxxum 7000 and lenses, and I find myself well-invested in Minolta. I’ve been tossing around an XG-1 or similar so as to avoid the battery situation. It’s not a perfect camera, but still fun. I sometimes find myself shooting quickly, making grab shots. A program mode like Aperture Priority makes that a lot faster.

By: Tigran

Tigran — Sat, 02 May 2020 21:36:01 +0000

Nice camera, I own one. Bought xg1 in 2019 for 30 usd with a great 50mm f1.4 rokkor lens

By: Mick Kemsley

Mick Kemsley — Tue, 28 Apr 2020 16:09:01 +0000

I liked the review. I bought one Jan 2006 I liked the lens that was with it, not sure what lens now.
I collect minolta cameras & lenses. Well I took it out today & I have been reading it up. As against the SR 1 etc it is very light. I was pleasantly surprised, it is in a nice condition. It must have been inexpensive as I was not spending much more than £ 10. Since then Minolta vintage equipment has at the least trebled in price. I found some batteries & off it went, so I will have to so try film some day soon. Take photographs of my Cacti as quite a lot are in flower. Stay safe all the best.