Minolta Dynax 303si + 35–80mm AF Zoom – Autofocus 35mm SLR – Clean & Tested

The Minolta Dynax 303si (also known as Maxxum 303si in North America) is a compact, beginner-friendly autofocus 35mm film SLR, released in the late 1990s. Paired with the Minolta AF 35–80mm f/4–5.6 zoom lens, this kit offers a versatile shooting range for portraits, landscapes, and everyday photography.

This set is clean and tested, with responsive autofocus, accurate metering, and smooth film advance. The lens is clear, with snappy aperture blades and smooth zoom action. A great entry point into film photography with full automation and classic Minolta reliability. overall condition is excellent.

Included:

• Minolta Dynax 303si 35mm SLR body
• Minolta AF 35–80mm f/4–5.6 lens (Minolta A-mount)
• Front lens cap
  

Specs – Camera:

• Format: 35mm film
• Mount: Minolta A-mount (AF)
• Shutter Speeds: 30s to 1/2000s + Bulb
• ISO Range: 25–5000 DX-coded
• Autofocus: TTL phase detection
• Shooting Modes: Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Action
• Flash: Built-in + hot shoe
• Power: 2× CR2 batteries
• Weight: ~340g
• Year: 1999 release

Specs – Lens:

• Focal Length: 35–80mm
• Aperture: f/4–5.6 to f/32
• Autofocus: Body-driven (screw-type)
• Filter Thread: 55mm
• Construction: 8 elements in 8 groups
• Minimum Focus Distance: ~0.8m
• Weight: ~200g
• Made in Japan

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Collector Notes:

The Dynax 303si is one of Minolta’s most approachable film SLRs—lightweight, intuitive, and fully automatic. It’s ideal for newcomers to analog photography or collectors seeking a reliable AF body. The 35–80mm lens offers solid performance for general use, and the A-mount system supports a wide range of Minolta and third-party lenses.