The Minolta Autopak 500 is a viewfinder camera. It was developed by the Japanese company Minolta and presented in the 1960s. In Germany, the model was sold by Foto Quelle, the photo division of the mail order company Quelle from Nuremberg, under the name “Revuematic 500”.
The camera comes with a fixed lens. The lens is called “Rokkor 1:2.8/38mm” and has a maximum aperture of f2.8, which is unusual for a camera for this film format. The focus of the lens has to be adjusted manually. There is a wheel on the side of the camera for this purpose.
Quite unusual is the design of the camera, so the lens barrel is square. Around the lens is the selenium light meter. The metered exposure is set automatically by the camera. The exposure time is fixed at 1/90 second. However, when using a flash cube, it changes to 1/40 second.
Films for the Minolta Autopak 500
The Minolta Autopak 500 is designed for the 126 film format. The 126 film cassette was introduced by Kodak in the 1960s and marketed by the American film giant as Kodapak. The last films for this format were sold in the mid-2000s.
Today, you can no longer buy them. Due to the lack of film material, you can no longer take pictures with the camera today. So the Minolta camera only finds a place in the showcase.
The dimensions of the Minolta Autopak 500 are 11.8 x 7.1 x 5.7 cm. It weighs 320 grams.
The production of the Minolta Autopak 500 was stopped and today you can only buy it used. The condition of the camera determines its value. However, the value of the camera is very low, since you can no longer take pictures with it because of the missing films.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Viewfinder camera |
| Film format | 126 |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Focal length | 38 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/2.8 |
| Focus | Manual |
| Exposure times | 1/90 second, 1/40 second |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Exposure modes | Program automatic |
| Manual exposure settings | No |
| Date imprinting | No |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Connection for flash cubes |
| Power supply | Not necessary |
| Size | 11,8 x 7,1 x 5,7 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 4.65 x 2.80 x 2.24 inches |
| Weight | 320 Grams |
| Estimated value / Used price | 23,00 Euro Estimate based on used prices of 3 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of March 30, 2026 |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 23,00 Euro (24.90 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the Minolta Autopak 500
How do I focus the lens on this Minolta camera?
The Minolta Autopak 500 has a manual focus. There's a dial on the side of the camera that you turn to adjust the focus. You'll need to practice to find the right distance.
What kind of film does this old camera use?
This camera uses 126 film, also known as Kodapak. Unfortunately, this type of film is no longer produced, making it impossible to take new pictures with the camera.
What's special about the lens on the Revuematic 500?
It has a Rokkor 1:2.8/38mm lens, which is a relatively fast lens (f/2.8) for a camera of its type and era. This allows for good low-light performance.
Is the exposure automatic on the Minolta Autopak 500?
Yes, the exposure is automatic thanks to a selenium light meter. The shutter speed is fixed at 1/90th of a second, except when using a flash cube, where it changes to 1/40th of a second.
What are the dimensions and weight of the camera?
The Minolta Autopak 500 measures 11.8 x 7.1 x 5.7 cm and weighs 320 grams. It's a relatively compact and lightweight camera for its features.