The Minolta Hi-Matic AF2 is a viewfinder camera. The 35mm camera was built by Minolta in a factory in Japan. It is the successor of the Minolta Hi-Matic AF and the second model with autofocus of the Hi-Matic series.
The photo camera comes with an infrared-based autofocus system. The lens is automatically focused in a distance range from one meter to infinity. The fixed focal length is an optical system consisting of four lens elements. It has a focal length of 38 mm. The maximum aperture is f/2.8, and the smallest aperture is specified as f/17.
The aperture is set automatically by the camera. The exposure meter is designed for films from ISO 25 to ISO 400. The camera technology also automatically selects the shutter speed based on the measured values. Here it has the choice between 1/430 second to 1/8 second. There are no manual setting options for shutter speed and aperture.
The 35mm camera comes with a built-in flash. With ISO 100 filming, it reaches up to 4.8 meters. The flash can be turned on and off. Two AA batteries (eBay / Amazon*) are needed to power the camera and flash.
The dimensions of the Minolta Hi-Matic AF2 are 12.9 x 7.6 x 5.3 cm. The camera body weighs 335 grams. There is a thread for a tripod on the bottom. A self-timer is also not missing. The self-timer has a lead time of ten seconds.
Films for the Minolta Hi-Matic AF2
What is needed is 35mm film for the Minolta Hi-Matic AF2. The camera is one of the forerunners of the snapshot camera, but still the film has to be transported manually after each picture. The quick release lever transports the film to the next free area and initiates the frame counter, which displays the number of frames taken. The transport back into the cartridge is also manual.
35mm films are still produced today by different manufacturers from different countries. They can be developed in most professional laboratories. Great films for the Japanese camera that still exist today and are easy to find are the Kodak Ultramax 400* for color images and the Ilford Delta 400* for B&W images. You should make sure that the films are within the range of the exposure meter. This can only set the exposure correctly for films between ISO 25 and ISO 400.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Viewfinder camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Lens name | Rokkor |
| Focal length | 38 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum focus distance | 100 cm / 3.28 ft |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Filter thread | 46 mm |
| Lens design | 4 elements in 3 groups |
| Exposure times | 1/430 second to 1/8 second |
| Light meter | CdS light meter |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 25 to 400 |
| Exposure modes | Program automatic |
| Manual exposure settings | No |
| Auto DX (Film sensitivity) | No |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Flash range | 1 to 4,8 Meter / 3.28 to 15.75 Feet |
| Flash sync speed | 1/40 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | Yes, Self-timer function with 10 seconds lead time |
| Power supply | 2x AA batteries |
| Size | 12,9 x 7,6 x 5,3 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 5.08 x 2.99 x 2.09 inches |
| Weight | 335 Grams |
| Country of production | Japan |
| Estimated value / Used price | 128,88 Euro Estimate based on used prices of 15 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of June 15, 2026 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 133,14 Euro (143.96 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2024 | 129,79 Euro (139.63 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 143,40 Euro (154.78 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the Minolta Hi-Matic AF2
How does the Minolta Hi-Matic AF2 focus on subjects?
It uses an infrared autofocus system, automatically focusing on subjects from one meter to infinity. The lens is a fixed focal length type with no manual focus adjustment options.
What kind of film does this 35mm camera use?
It uses standard 35mm film. You have to manually advance the film after each shot using the rapid-wind lever. Remember to choose films within the ISO 25-400 range for proper exposure.
Does the camera have any manual settings for shutter speed or aperture?
No, both the aperture and shutter speed are automatically set by the camera. There aren't any manual controls for these settings. It's fully automatic.
What's the range of the built-in flash?
The built-in flash has a range of up to 4.8 meters with ISO 100 film. You can turn it on or off as needed. It requires two AA batteries to function.
What is the lens's focal length and aperture?
The lens has a 38mm focal length, which is a standard view. The maximum aperture is f/2.8, allowing for good low-light performance, and it closes down to f/17.