The Minolta Dynax 3000i is a 35mm camera. It belongs to the group of SLR cameras with automatic. In Japan, the model is known as the “Minolta Alpha 3700i”. Photographers in the USA could buy a functionally identical model under the name “Minolta Maxxum 3000i”.
The lens of the 35mm photo camera is interchangeable. For this purpose, a Minolta A bayonet was installed. The photo camera is equipped with an autofocus. But there is also the possibility to set the focus manually.
The exposure values cannot be set manually. The camera comes with a light meter with program automatic. Shutter speed and aperture are set automatically. The settings are based on the ISO value of the inserted film. The camera can be used with films from ISO 32 to ISO 3200. The film speed is determined by the DX code on the film cartridge. Values from ISO 32 to ISO 1000 can be selected manually.
The SLR does not have a built-in flash. An external flash can be connected via a proprietary connector. It can be mounted on a tripod through the thread on the bottom. In addition, there is also a self-timer. The self-timer has a lead time of ten seconds.
The dimensions of the camera body are 14.2 x 8.85 x 6.05 cm. At the same time, it weighs 420 grams without the lens. The power source of the 35mm camera is a 2CR5 battery (eBay / Amazon*).
Films for the Minolta Dynax 3000i
What film do you use for the Minolta Dynax 3000i? The camera exposes 35mm film. 35mm films are still made today and are fairly easy to get. Possible films for the Japanese SLR are the Kodak Ultramax 400* for color photos and the Ilford FP4 Plus* for B&W images. Of course, there are many more films that you can use with the SLR.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Single lens reflex camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Automatic |
| Film transport mechanism | Motor |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Lens mount | Minolta A mount |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Exposure times | 1/4000 second to 4 seconds |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 32 to 3200 |
| Auto DX | Yes |
| Exposure modes | Program automatic |
| Manual exposure settings | No |
| Date imprinting | Through accessory |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Connection for Minolta flash units |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | Yes, Self-timer function with 10 seconds lead time |
| Power supply | 1x 2CR5 battery |
| Size | 14,2 x 8,85 x 6,05 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 5.59 x 3.48 x 2.38 inches |
| Weight | 420 Grams |
| Names in other markets | USA: Minolta Maxxum 3000i, Japan: Minolta Alpha 3700i |
| Estimated value / Used price | 35,08 Euro 57,2851,4534,24272,3930,025762,06408,8037,65 Estimate based on used prices of 51 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of 6.5.2024 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 37,09 Euro (40.05 US-Dollar) |