The Minolta Riva Zoom AF5 is a 35mm camera. It belongs to the group of point-and-shoot cameras and relies on automatics to make taking pictures very easy, that you don't need a manual. It was built in a factory in Malaysia. The 35mm camera was also available on the market under the name "Minolta Freedom Family Zoom". However, the Freedom Action Zoom 60 is a different model.
The lens of the 35mm photo camera cannot be replaced. The focal length of the zoom range goes from 35mm to 60mm. The zoom level is set with a slider. There is no need to focus manually with the 35mm camera, as the camera is equipped with an autofocus system.
The 35mm camera comes with a light meter. This can read the sensitivity of the film from the coding on the cartridge. The settings are made automatically. You can't set the shutter speed and aperture yourself. Instead, the built-in flash can be turned off if desired. The flash is equipped with an automatic red-eye reduction function.
Two AA batteries (eBay / Amazon*) are responsible for the power supply. There is no thread for a tripod. A self-timer is also not available on this model. However, a camera strap can be attached to the side of the camera. In addition, there was a camera version with a built-in clock and calendar for recording the time of shooting in the pictures.
The film is automatically transported by a motor. This also winds the film back into the cartridge at the end of the roll. This step can be forced with a slider on the bottom of the camera.
Films for the Minolta Riva Zoom AF5
Exposure is done with 35mm film in the Minolta Riva Zoom AF5. These are still easy to get today and are still being developed. Possible films for the Minolta Riva Zoom AF5 are the Fujifilm Superia 400* and the Ilford Delta 100*. Both films deliver decent shots and are well suited for everyday use according to reviews. Of course, there is a wide range of other 35mm films available for this camera.
The color film is processed using the C-41 process. This process is offered by almost every photo lab. The black and white film must be developed in a black and white developer.
