The Minolta SR-T 101b is an SLR camera with interchangeable lenses and can be considered the successor of the SR-T 101. It was built in a period from 1975 to 1977. The production took place in a factory in Japan. It could be purchased in Japan under the name Minolta SR-T 201. Photographers in the USA and Canada knew the model as SR 101, and in Europe and the rest of Asia it was available as SR-T 101b.
The lenses of the camera are interchangeable. It comes with a Minolta SR bayonet. It was often sold with a 50mm or 58mm lens. But there a variety of other lenses for the mount. From wide angle to tele has the choice. On the desired subject, you have to focus the lens manually.
Photography is facilitated by the built-in light meter. It can be used with films with a sensitivity of ISO 6 to ISO 6400. The correct exposure is measured through the lens. The exposure time can be set manually. The aperture is also freely selectable. There is no automatic exposure control.
The mechanical cloth shutter allows times from 1/1000 second to 1 second. If you want to take long exposures, you can use the Bulb setting. The shutter remains open as desired. For this, you should mount the camera on a tripod.
An external flash can be used on the PC flash port or hot shoe for pictures. A cable release / cable release can also be used with the camera. Automatic shooting is also possible with the self-timer.
The dimensions of the camera body are 14.5 x 9.5 x 4.75 cm. It weighs 690 grams without the lens. The camera requires a 1.35 V mercury battery. The battery is needed for the operation of the light meter.
Films for the Minolta SR-T 101b
35mm film is needed to take pictures with the Minolta SR-T 101b. 35mm films are still produced today and can be developed in most laboratories. The film transport is mechanical. There is no motor on this model. There is a counter on the top for the photos taken.
Possible films for the Minolta SR-T 101b that can still be purchased today are the Kodak Gold 200* for color photos and the Ilford Delta 400* for B&W images. Other suitable films are also offered by Foma, Rollei and Adox, among others. Theoretically, all available 35mm films can be used with this model.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Single lens reflex camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Lens mount | Minolta SR mount |
| Focus | Manual |
| Exposure times | 1/1000 second to 1 second, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 6 to 6400 |
| Exposure modes | Manual mode |
| Auto DX (Film sensitivity) | No |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, PC-Flash |
| Flash sync speed | 1/60 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Power supply | 1x 1.35 V mercury battery |
| Size | 14,5 x 9,5 x 4,75 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 5.71 x 3.74 x 1.87 inches |
| Weight | 690 Grams |
| Names in other markets | Japan: Minolta SR-T 201, USA: Minolta SR 101 |
| Country of production | Japan |
| End of production | 1977 |
| Production duration | 2 years |
| Estimated value / Used price | 85,67 Euro Estimate based on used prices of 12 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of June 15, 2026 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 40,00 Euro (43.30 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2024 | 40,46 Euro (43.30 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 86,33 Euro (93.09 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the Minolta SR-T 101b
What type of lens mount does the Minolta SR-T 101b use?
It utilizes a Minolta SR bayonet mount, allowing for a wide variety of interchangeable lenses, from wide-angle to telephoto.
How is focusing achieved on this SLR camera?
Focusing is done manually on the chosen lens. There is no autofocus functionality.
What is the range of shutter speeds available on the Minolta SR-T 101b?
The mechanical shutter offers speeds from 1/1000th of a second to 1 second, plus a bulb setting for long exposures.
Does the camera offer any automatic exposure features?
No, the Minolta SR-T 101b does not have automatic exposure. Both aperture and shutter speed are manually set, guided by the built-in light meter.
What kind of film does this single-lens reflex camera take?
The Minolta SR-T 101b uses standard 35mm film. Film advance is manual, no motor drive is present.