Minolta XG-M - Main Features of the Minolta XG-M; Fail-Safe Electronic Exposure System; Solid-State Information Viewfinder; Easy Handling and Ergonomic Controls

wiain features
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Fail-safe electronic exposure system
Incorporating many of the features devel¬
oped for Minolta's top electronic cameras, the
XG-M covers a wide range of photographic
conditions. Its electronic shutter which auto¬
matically locks to prevent overexposure and
electromagnetic shutter release with unique
touch-switch metering add to the handling ease
of the camera.
The XG-M's system features:
• Full automatic exposure by stepless shutter
speeds from 1/1000 to 1 sec. plus metered/
manual settings.
• Electromagnetic shutter release.
• Unique "Touch-switch" metering.
• Two tiny alkaline-manganese or silver-oxide
batteries as power source.
• Electromagnetic shutter release that locks to
prevent overexposure when light is over me¬
ter's range or when battery power too low.
Solid-state information viewfinder
• Special focusing screen has split-image and
microprism focusing aids, plus scientifically
developed new type of matte field that is up
to 50% brighter than conventional matte
screens. .
• Aperture set for automatic and manual
modes visible in the finder.
• LED's indicate automatic shutter-speed se¬
lection, the shutter setting for proper expo¬
sure in manual operation, and over-/under-
range warning.
• LED at "60" position blinks as flash-ready
signal when X-series Auto Electroflashes are
attached and charged.
• LED "M" signal lights when camera is set
for manual mode.
Easy handling controls
Lightweight and compact, the XG-M is
human engineered to fit the user's hands for
smooth operation:
• Smooth short-stroke film advance.
• Large easy to adjust shutter-speed dial.
• "Soft-touch" electromagnetic shutter
release,
• Minolta bayonet lens mount with large
release button,
• Textured action grip.
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• Easy-to-use depth-of-field preview button.
Quick-attach motor drive and auto winder
Both the Motor Drive 1 and Auto Winder G
attach to the XG-M quickly, without access
caps to remove or store. Single frame or
continuous operation is available up to 3.5 fps
for the Motor Drive 1, and up to 2 fps for the
Auto Winder G. Two touch-switch operating
buttons on the motor drive provide full LED
readout for both horizontal and vertical opera¬
tion. The motor of each unit automatically
shuts off at the end of each cartridge and film
can be easily rewound with the unit attached.
Special dedicated flash units
When attached to the XG-M and ready to
fire, the X-series Auto Electroflashes start a
flash-ready signal blinking in the viewfinder and
automatically set the shutter for X-synchroniza-
tion (1/60 sec.) when the shutter is released.
Other individual features include thyristor cir¬
cuitry for winder/motor synchronization and
maximum battery life, tiltable head for bounce
flash, filters for special effects, !;nultiple aper¬
ture settings and full manual operation. From
the compact and economical 118X to the 320X
with its exclusive Variable Guide-Number/
Power Control, there is an X-series flash to
meet any need.
User oriented features
• Up to two stops continuous adjustment
over or under the normal electronic setting.
• X-type flash synchronization through the
hot shoe or PC terminal.
• Electronic seif-timer with blinking indicator
light.
• Eyepiece cap for unmanned or similar
operation.
• Exclusive Safe Load Signal monitors film
alignment and advance.
• Handy memo holder and ASA/DIN con¬
version table on back,
• Release terminal for tripod shots with
electronic or standard release cord.
• Shutter not operative when main switch off.
• Virtually all existing Minolta interchange¬
able lenses and applicable system accessories
can be used in either automatic or manual
operation.