{"product_id":"minolta-hi-matic-e-compact-35mm-rangefinder-camera-feat-40mm-f1-7-rokkor-lens-serial-328710","title":"Minolta Hi-Matic E compact 35mm rangefinder camera feat. 40mm F1.7 Rokkor lens (serial 328710)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThe Minolta Hi-Matic E is a compact 35mm rangefinder featuring a sharp and fast Rokkor 40mm f1.7 lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've found the compact Hi-Matic 'Electro Control' series of autoexposure rangefinders like this E are nearly as easy to use as point-and-shoots, but in our experiences, will give you a higher percentage of 'keeper' photos (a rangefinder can't be 'fooled' like a point-and-shoot's autofocus).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hi-Matic E and its smaller lower-end sibling the Hi-Matic F were given rave reviews in the October 1972 issue of \u003cem\u003ePopular Mechanics\u003c\/em\u003e, read it \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/books.google.ca\/books?id=VNQDAAAAMBAJ\u0026amp;lpg=RA1-PA98\u0026amp;dq=minolta%20hi-matic%20e\u0026amp;pg=RA1-PA98#v=onepage\u0026amp;q=minolta%20hi-matic%20e\u0026amp;f=false\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Hi-Matic E requires two 357 silver oxide batteries (optional). The camera originally used mercury cells but in our testing the silver oxide batteries provide accurate exposures (error less than 1 stop from EV9 to EV15 at ISO 100). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis camera was film-tested and gave sharp, correctly exposed photos. The camera is in very good functional and cosmetic condition (see photos).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.butkus.org\/chinon\/minolta\/minolta_hi-matic_e\/minolta_hi-matic_e.htm\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.butkus.org\/chinon\/minolta\/minolta_hi-matic_e\/minolta_hi-matic_e.htm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLens: Rokkor 40mm F1.7, 6 elements in 4 groups, 57° angle of view, 49mm screw-in lens-shade and filter mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShutter: Seiko electronic type programmed for E exposure from 1\/1000 sec. at F11 to 2 sec. at F1.7 (i. e., EV 17 to EV 0.5 with a film speed of ASA 100), X-synchronized at 1\/20 sec. (when flash circuit on) self-timer for approx.10 sec. delay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExposure meter: CdS type, coupled EE range EV 0.5 to EV 17 with a film speed of ASA 100; film speed range ASA 25 to 500; automatic compensation when filter(s) used; powered by 2 mercury batteries, i.e., Mallory RM-640, Eveready E-640, or equivalent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto-flashmatic \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003esystem: Flash circuit for X-synchronized exposures at 1\/20 sec. automatically switches on at programmed 1\/30 sec. at F1.7 (i.e., EV 6.5 with ASA 100) if flash is attached, and aperture couples to focusing and guide-number setting rings, providing automatic exposure adjustment throughout the flash range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlash connections: Both cordless \"hot-shoe\" and standard European-type terminal contacts are provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocusing: Direct helicoid type, with coupled superimposed-image rangefinder; minimum focusing distance 0.8m (2.6 ft.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViewfinder: Tinted bright-frame type with automatic parallax correction, E indicator lamp and flashmatic signal visible while viewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilm advance: Lever type with single 140° stroke after 30° unengaged play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame counter: Automatic resetting type, shows number of frames exposed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame size: 24mm x36mm for 12, 20, or 36 exposures on standard 35mm film\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize and weight: Height 77mm (3 in.) × width 124mm (4⅞ in.) × 60mm (2⅜ in.) from front of lens barrel to back; weight without batteries 560g (19.7 oz.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther: Battery check lamp located atop camera body, auto\/manual flash selection switch, simplified guide-number setting that couples with film speed, automatic shutter lock when battery power insufficient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Minolta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44940093587744,"sku":"","price":180.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0265\/4401\/3398\/products\/minolta_hi-matic_E_35mm_rangefinder_camera_serial_328710_202304213782.jpg?v=1682090323","url":"https:\/\/www.newwavepool.ca\/products\/minolta-hi-matic-e-compact-35mm-rangefinder-camera-feat-40mm-f1-7-rokkor-lens-serial-328710","provider":"New Wave Pool","version":"1.0","type":"link"}