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Minolta MAXXUM 700SI User Manual

Minolta MAXXUM 700SI
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Table of Contents

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Minolta MAXXUM 700SI Specifications

General IconGeneral
Lens MountMinolta A-mount
Film Format35mm
Focus ModesAuto Focus, Manual Focus
Exposure ModesProgram, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual
TypeSLR
Shutter Speed1/4000 to 30 seconds
Metering ModesCenter-weighted, Spot
Flash ModesAuto, Fill-in, Red-eye reduction, Rear curtain sync
Film TransportAutomatic
ViewfinderPentaprism
ISO Range25-5000 (DX), 6-6400 (manual)

Summary

Important Information

Statement of FCC Compliance

Explains compliance with FCC rules for radio frequency emissions and potential interference.

Statement of DOC Compliance

States compliance with Canadian Department of Communications regulations for radio noise emissions.

Names of Parts

Body

Identification and description of the camera's main body components and diagrams.

Viewfinder

Details and indicators found within the camera's viewfinder screen.

Preparations

Standard Accessories

Instructions for attaching neckstrap, eyepiece cup, and accessory shoe cap.

Battery

Information on battery type, installation, and indicators.

Lens

Instructions for attaching, removing, and caring for lenses.

Film

Guide to loading, setting speed, rewinding, and starting film.

Basics

Program-Reset Button

How to reset camera functions to their default program settings.

Holding the Camera

Proper grip and handling techniques for shooting.

Looking Through the Viewfinder

Explanation of viewfinder indicators and focus signals.

Focus Details

Autofocus

How the autofocus system works and its features.

AF Illuminator

Details on the AF illuminator's function and range.

Focus Lock

Steps to lock focus on a subject for recomposing shots.

Local Focus Area Selection

How to manually choose a specific focus area from four options.

Manual Focus

Procedure for setting the camera to manual focus mode.

Special Focusing Situations

Guidance for challenging focusing scenarios.

Metering Details

14-Segment Honeycomb-Pattern Metering

Explanation of the standard metering mode and its selection.

Spot Metering

How to use spot metering temporarily or as a mode.

Center-Weighted Average Metering

How exposure is calculated using this metering mode.

Exposure Details

P: Programmed Autoexposure

Overview of the versatile P mode and how to select it.

PA and PS: Creative Program Control

How to adjust shutter speed or aperture while maintaining exposure.

A: Aperture-Priority Autoexposure

How to select aperture for depth-of-field control.

S: Shutter-Priority Autoexposure

How to select shutter speed for motion control.

M: Manual Exposure

How to gain full control over exposure settings.

Bulb

Using the BULB setting for long exposures.

Double Exposure

How to overlap two images on the same frame.

Exposure Compensation

Adjusting exposure calculation by up to 3 stops.

Exposure Bracketing

Capturing a series of 3 frames with 1/2-stop changes.

Flash Details

Built-In Flash

Information about the camera's built-in flash and its usage.

Red-Eye Reduction

How to use the pre-flash function to minimize red-eye.

P Mode Flash

How the flash operates automatically in P mode.

Manual Fill-Flash

Manually firing the flash to reduce harsh shadows.

A, S, And M Mode Flash

Flash operation in Aperture, Shutter, and Manual modes.

Slow-Shutter Sync

Using slow shutter speeds with flash for background lighting.

Flash Compensation

Adjusting flash output by up to 3 stops.

Remote-Wireless Off-Camera Flash Control

Controlling off-camera flashes with TTL metering.

Additional Features

Metering Index

Summary of situations where the metering index appears in the viewfinder.

Memory

Storing and recalling frequently used camera settings.

Self-Timer

How to activate and use the electronic self-timer.

Film Drive

Changing between single-frame and continuous film advance modes.

Depth-of-Field Preview

Checking the depth of field by stopping down the lens.

Release Priority

How shutter release is prioritized over focus in this mode.

Image-Size Lock

Automatically adjusts lens focal length for subject image size.

Panorama Indicator

Setting the viewfinder frame for panoramic shots.

Appendix

Accessory Information

Information on compatibility of Minolta accessories like lenses and flashes.

Technical Details

Specifications and technical overview of the camera's features and systems.

Caring For Your Camera

Guidelines for cleaning, storage, and general maintenance of the camera.

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