Difference between revisions of "Minolta Hi-Matic 11"
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The '''Hi-Matic 11''' by [[Minolta]] was a Japanese [[35mm]] [[rangefinder camera]] - introduced in 1969. It was similar to the [[Minolta Hi-Matic 9]]. Like the 9, the 11 had automatic exposure program, automatic flash control, and the Contrast Light Compensator (CLC) meter, offering better metering in high contrast situations. Unlike the 9, it had [[shutter priority]] mode and no aperture ring. The three modes, automatic program, shutter priority, and automatic flash control constituted the "Super 3 Circuit" branded on the front. This was the last of the large Hi-Matics (7, 7S, 9, 11), and possibly offers the best user experience of the group. | The '''Hi-Matic 11''' by [[Minolta]] was a Japanese [[35mm]] [[rangefinder camera]] - introduced in 1969. It was similar to the [[Minolta Hi-Matic 9]]. Like the 9, the 11 had automatic exposure program, automatic flash control, and the Contrast Light Compensator (CLC) meter, offering better metering in high contrast situations. Unlike the 9, it had [[shutter priority]] mode and no aperture ring. The three modes, automatic program, shutter priority, and automatic flash control constituted the "Super 3 Circuit" branded on the front. This was the last of the large Hi-Matics (7, 7S, 9, 11), and possibly offers the best user experience of the group. | ||
| + | * Manufacturer: [[Minolta]] | ||
| + | * Type: [[Rangefinder camera]] | ||
* Lens: [[Rokkor]]-PF 45mm f1.7, 6 elements in 5 groups; focus down to 0.9m (3ft) | * Lens: [[Rokkor]]-PF 45mm f1.7, 6 elements in 5 groups; focus down to 0.9m (3ft) | ||
* Filter Mount: 55mm | * Filter Mount: 55mm | ||
| − | * Shutter: Seiko ALA, leaf shutter | + | * Shutter: Seiko ALA, leaf shutter with [[self-timer]] (approx. 10sec) |
| + | * Shutter Range: Bulb, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500 | ||
| + | * Exposure Mode: Full automatic and [[Shutter priority]] automatic exposure | ||
* Flash: [[hot shoe]] and PC socket (at end, below rewind crank); automatic flash control--the user enters the guide number and the camera sets the aperture | * Flash: [[hot shoe]] and PC socket (at end, below rewind crank); automatic flash control--the user enters the guide number and the camera sets the aperture | ||
* [[Film speed]] range: 25-500 [[ASA]]; 15-28 [[DIN]] | * [[Film speed]] range: 25-500 [[ASA]]; 15-28 [[DIN]] | ||
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* Film Counter: Automatic resetting counter | * Film Counter: Automatic resetting counter | ||
* Viewfinder: Tinted [[rangefinder (device)|rangefinder]], bright line frame; automatic parallax correction; shutter, aperture, battery condition, and flashmatic displays | * Viewfinder: Tinted [[rangefinder (device)|rangefinder]], bright line frame; automatic parallax correction; shutter, aperture, battery condition, and flashmatic displays | ||
| − | * Metering: Contrast Light Compensator exposure meter; the meter is in the lens barrel to compensate for filters or other lens attachments | + | * Metering: Contrast Light Compensator, [[CdS]] exposure meter; the meter is in the lens barrel to compensate for filters or other lens attachments |
* Battery: The [[CdS]] meter is driven by one 1.35v, [[PX625]] [[Mercury Cells|mercury battery]], fitted into the base; the lens barrel includes a battery checker; the camera will operate without a battery (the aperture will be fully open) | * Battery: The [[CdS]] meter is driven by one 1.35v, [[PX625]] [[Mercury Cells|mercury battery]], fitted into the base; the lens barrel includes a battery checker; the camera will operate without a battery (the aperture will be fully open) | ||
* Other Features: Automatic exposure lock activated by a half-press of the shutter (undocumented in manual); optional diopter correction lenses that can be fitted on the eyepiece; film loaded indicator on the back | * Other Features: Automatic exposure lock activated by a half-press of the shutter (undocumented in manual); optional diopter correction lenses that can be fitted on the eyepiece; film loaded indicator on the back | ||
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* [http://feuerbacher.net/photo/frame.html?Cameras/HiMatic11/HiMatic11.html~Main Hi-Matic 11] on [http://feuerbacher.net/ Mick Feuerbacher's Camera site] | * [http://feuerbacher.net/photo/frame.html?Cameras/HiMatic11/HiMatic11.html~Main Hi-Matic 11] on [http://feuerbacher.net/ Mick Feuerbacher's Camera site] | ||
* [http://www.collection-appareils.fr/x/html/page_standard.php?id_appareil=1629 Minolta Hi-matic 11] on [http://www.collection-appareils.fr/general/html/francais.php www.collection-appareils.fr] by Sylvain Halgand | * [http://www.collection-appareils.fr/x/html/page_standard.php?id_appareil=1629 Minolta Hi-matic 11] on [http://www.collection-appareils.fr/general/html/francais.php www.collection-appareils.fr] by Sylvain Halgand | ||
| + | * [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minolta_Hi-Matic Minolta Hi-Matic on Wikipedia] | ||
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The Hi-Matic 11 by Minolta was a Japanese 35mm rangefinder camera - introduced in 1969. It was similar to the Minolta Hi-Matic 9. Like the 9, the 11 had automatic exposure program, automatic flash control, and the Contrast Light Compensator (CLC) meter, offering better metering in high contrast situations. Unlike the 9, it had shutter priority mode and no aperture ring. The three modes, automatic program, shutter priority, and automatic flash control constituted the "Super 3 Circuit" branded on the front. This was the last of the large Hi-Matics (7, 7S, 9, 11), and possibly offers the best user experience of the group.
- Manufacturer: Minolta
- Type: Rangefinder camera
- Lens: Rokkor-PF 45mm f1.7, 6 elements in 5 groups; focus down to 0.9m (3ft)
- Filter Mount: 55mm
- Shutter: Seiko ALA, leaf shutter with self-timer (approx. 10sec)
- Shutter Range: Bulb, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500
- Exposure Mode: Full automatic and Shutter priority automatic exposure
- Flash: hot shoe and PC socket (at end, below rewind crank); automatic flash control--the user enters the guide number and the camera sets the aperture
- Film speed range: 25-500 ASA; 15-28 DIN
- Film Winding: Wind lever with 220 degree throw; single full stroke or multiple short strokes
- Film Counter: Automatic resetting counter
- Viewfinder: Tinted rangefinder, bright line frame; automatic parallax correction; shutter, aperture, battery condition, and flashmatic displays
- Metering: Contrast Light Compensator, CdS exposure meter; the meter is in the lens barrel to compensate for filters or other lens attachments
- Battery: The CdS meter is driven by one 1.35v, PX625 mercury battery, fitted into the base; the lens barrel includes a battery checker; the camera will operate without a battery (the aperture will be fully open)
- Other Features: Automatic exposure lock activated by a half-press of the shutter (undocumented in manual); optional diopter correction lenses that can be fitted on the eyepiece; film loaded indicator on the back
- Weight: 740g (26oz)
- Size: Height--82mm (3.25in); Width--140mm (5.5in); Depth--75mm (3in)
Links
- Manual on Mike Butkus's site
- Hi-Matic 11 on Mick Feuerbacher's Camera site
- Minolta Hi-matic 11 on www.collection-appareils.fr by Sylvain Halgand
- Minolta Hi-Matic on Wikipedia
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