Minolta 5000 35-70mm AF Lens – Classic A-Mount Autofocus SLR

OVERVIEW

A clean, fully working Minolta 5000 35mm autofocus SLR paired with the Minolta AF 35–70mm f/3.5–4.5 standard zoom lens. This is one of the earliest A‑mount autofocus bodies, ideal for collectors, students, and anyone wanting a reliable entry into Minolta’s classic AF system.

CONDITION

Camera Body – Very Good Used Condition

• All functions tested: autofocus, metering, shutter, film advance, rewind
• Viewfinder clear with only light dust typical for age
• LCD panel clean and fully legible
• Rubber grips intact with no stickiness but some greying
• Light cosmetic wear to edges consistent with careful use
• Battery compartment clean with no corrosion

Lens – Very Good Used Condition

• Optics clean with no fungus or haze
• Light internal dust only, fully normal for vintage Minolta AF lenses
• Aperture blades clean and snappy
• Autofocus smooth and accurate
• Zoom and focus rings operate correctly
• Exterior shows minimal wear

INCLUDED

• Minolta 5000 35mm AF SLR Body
• Minolta AF 35–70mm f/3.5–4.5 Lens
• Front lens cap
  

KEY FEATURES

• Early Minolta A‑mount autofocus system
• Compatible with all Minolta A‑mount and Sony A‑mount lenses
• Classic 1980s design with bright viewfinder
• Reliable programme and manual exposure modes
• Compact, lightweight zoom lens ideal for everyday shooting
• Excellent choice for film beginners or collectors of early AF systems

COLLECTOR NOTES

The Minolta 5000 was part of the pioneering first generation of A‑mount autofocus SLRs, released alongside the 7000 and 9000. Its clean, angular design and early AF implementation make it a desirable piece for collectors documenting the evolution of autofocus technology. Paired with the 35–70mm, it forms a period‑correct, highly usable kit.

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