Minolta Dynax 500si Super Review

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Minolta Dynax 500si Super
3.5 stars
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James.'s Review of Minolta Dynax 500si Super 35mm SLR camera

9th Jun 2002

Overall Rating

2.5 stars
  • Value for money
    3 stars
  • Features
    2.5 stars
Good Points

Lightweight, straight forward, affordable.


Bad Points

Focusing is poor in low light, and, if shooting in Flash using Shutter Priority, the camera must be set at 60 shutter speed. It is very easy to knock the shutter speed button out of place ( changing the setting ). You cannot shoot in Aperature priority using a dedicated 3500XI Flash. Viewfinder is darker than more modern cameras. This camera is best suited to the novice enthusiast, but should be avoided for fast action photography such as Weddings, sports photography. But a good entry camera.


General Comments

I have used the Minolta Dynax 500si Super 35mm SLR camera as a novice but as I have turned professional the camera has really shown its shortcomings. The most apparent is its inability to focus fast and in poor lighting situations. I also have a Nikon F90X and it really gives the Minolta a run for its money but so it should, as the Minolta is built for the Novice Photographer. The Nikon is a real work horse.

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