Just wanna say a massive thankyou to Hashem for talking me into doing this review and stepping out of my comfort zone!! I've wanted to do a KZitem review for a while but have always hesitated for whatever reasons but I am so thankful for this platform and for having the opportunity to share my thoughts with you guys. And thankyou to everyone who has watched this review (and continues to support Hashem's amazing channel) and left us such lovely and kind words of support. It really, truly means a lot and makes me smile! Looking forward to doing the next one, whenever that may be! Thanks again! Stay safe and take care ❤️ and have fun shooting!! 📸
@ajthealchemist
3 жыл бұрын
Shukran to you and Hashem for the awesome content!
@davidhabel91
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Sarah! First of all, thanks for this wonderful review. I`ve been using Minolta lenses on my sony a7 since a couple of years and always felt that it would be time getting deeper into "original" fotography. Now I`m on the streets with my x 300 and love it! Could you recommend some color films?
@therealsirrobin
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Sarah, great review! I think you should take over the channel more often. Sorry Hashem! 😝
@pushingfilm
3 жыл бұрын
Hahah thanks Robin, I don't know if I can afford Sarah's full time salary 😂 but hopefully she will be in more videos now that I finally convinced her to make this one
@NeubauerMM
3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thank you. Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪 PS. Can’t wait to see your next video 😉
@cameronwheatley7065
3 жыл бұрын
I shoot the Minolta x570 (x500). It's basically a x700 without program mode (I wouldn't use) but WITH a display of your selected shutter speed. So unlike the x700 you don't need to remove your eye from the finder. Also always always carry spare batteries when travelling! Minolta actually has a handy spare battery storage capsule that attaches to a strap.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Cameron Wheatley ooh nice nice! Yeah I’ve heard about the strap but it didn’t come with my camera :( oh well!! Thanks for your comment :)
@mjoelnir58
3 жыл бұрын
The original Minolta strap for this camera had these capsule.
@helisoma
4 ай бұрын
I shot Kodachrome 25 and 64 for over 25 years with an X-700.... it's very special to me and happy to see you enjoy it so much 🤗🙏🏻
@MyTube_4U
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for posting this article 🤗. I owned a X700 a.o. and I did like it a lot! ☺👍like other Minolta cameras.
@AnandaSim
3 жыл бұрын
I bought the X-700 new with in those days when I just started work. It's reliable except the ISO ring falling off when I was on an overseas trip, sigh. I got it repaired. 1/60th and B shutter speed work without battery
@alyssaacchione
3 жыл бұрын
Does it really? Every review i've seen says once the battery is done, it's done. This is great news! haha
@jarok.3720
3 жыл бұрын
Hey awesome review thank you a lot :D How did you digitize your fotos?
@hollywoodheiner6028
3 жыл бұрын
Great review! Your pictures are absolutely amazing! Minolta is such a great brand but highly underrated. My first 35mm was a Minolta XD5 and I‘ve shot some of my favorites images with it. Even after using Contax, Mamiya, Leica, Yashica etc. I haven‘t seen a huge difference in quality. So if you’re a beginner, join the Minolta Gang :)
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Yesss, it's fantastic!!
@alexparadis3438
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for doing this! I'm actually going to pick up one of these tomorrow and your video just made me even more confident in the purchase! Can't wait to start shooting :)
@KarinMajoka
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent job, Sarah, loved the review. I can totally relate to how it feels to step out of your comfort zone, but it was surely worth it! It would be nice to see you more often on the channel, either solo or together with Hashem :)
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Karin Majoka aww thankyou so much Karin!! That means a lot :)
@ceritat625
3 жыл бұрын
Lovely video! You are an amazing photographer, your subjects just respond to you in such a beautiful way. It's been ages since I have actually enjoyed looking at people photographs, normally I find them dull, but not yours, they are poetic and have a kindness to them. Please share more of your work with us. Thank you! I suppose I should haul out my X-700, I have never used it LOL!
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Wow!!! That really means a lot, thankyou so so much for such lovely comments of support! Haha yes, if you have one definitely give it a go! 💖
@krisaore
3 жыл бұрын
Minolta XD review is now needed! :)
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Haha perhaps!!
@fake488
3 жыл бұрын
The on mode with sound is incredibly useful when taking selfies with toddlers/ kids. They seem to get hypnotized by the sound/ flashing light combo and tend to look straight into the camera for the picture 🙂👍
@pushingfilm
3 жыл бұрын
That's a good use for it!
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
oooh that's an awesome trick!! Maybe I will use this with our cat hahah
@Jenovari
3 жыл бұрын
I think the 'sound' only comes on to warn you if your aperture priority drives too slow shutter speeds.
@neilspector9221
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I have been shooting on film since I was 14 years old. that was 37 years ago and that is all we had back then. The Minolta X-700 is my go-to camera for a light, compact camera that just feels great in my hands. One principle rule of photography is bring a couple of extra batteries.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Neil Spector thanks for your comment and watching the video :) it’s a great camera!
@Vintage35MM
2 жыл бұрын
TIP: look for an X700 with a genuine Minolta strap. It’s not the most comfy strap, but it has has two useful accessories. One is a cover that slides over the viewfinder window to prevent back light from entering the viewfinder which can affect really long exposures. The other is a container threaded onto the strap for two spare batteries. It’s not easy to use, because one end the strap has to be removed and unthreaded from the container to free the batteries. It’s clunky but useful if the batteries die when on a photo walk. Another tip about batteries. The Minolta X cameras use the still available LR44 size batteries, instead of the more common mercury based PX625 used in that era. ANOTHER TIP: use a Silver Oxide based battery like a 357 instead of the alkaline based LR44. The Silver Oxide cells maintain a constant voltage then will fail suddenly. The Alkaline based batteries slowly loose voltage over time. The shutter and meter systems are dependent on constant voltage for accuracy. The Silver Oxide batteries are a bit more expensive, but worth it in the long run. The camera’s voltage regulating capacitors (known to fail) will thank you.
@stansam3053
3 жыл бұрын
Very interesting. Many thanks. What about the type of lens you advice on the X700 ?
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Hey there! Thank you so much for your support :) I've used a few lenses but I generally stick to my 50mm f2 lens :) but would loveee the 50 f1.2 hehe
@kylieknight8847
3 жыл бұрын
You killed it Sarah! Excellent review :) now I miss mine😅
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Kylie Knight aaaah thankyou so much lovely Kylie!! 😘
@AdityaVarma
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful review and pictures! You are such a natural. Thank you ❤
@jaeAre200
3 жыл бұрын
Wow!!! The production of this was amaaaazing!!! I kind of like the idea of Sarah being permanently in front of the camera and Hashem in the background as a director hahaha. No offense, but it seems like a great tandem. You found your Leo Mr. Scorcesse!! Great work you too!
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
jae rose hahaha wow thanks Jae!! But I’d rather watch Hashem videos hehe but yeah I’m defs keen to help out on more videos and more content :) I like having both myself and him on the channel, mixes things up! Thanks for your comment and I hope you are well!
@pushingfilm
3 жыл бұрын
lol Thanks Jae, I wouldn't mind being Scorsese! And I can still make weird little cameos like he did in Taxi Driver 😁
@kawk1996
Жыл бұрын
Bought in this 80s. shot this for years..makes great images. still have it
@rezanurdiansyah7506
2 жыл бұрын
Any lens recommendation for x 700?
@dumkopf
3 жыл бұрын
Well spoken, Sarah. You know your shit! Did Hashem get you into film photography or vise versa?
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!! I was already into digital photography when I met Hashem but he definitely got me into film and it's safe to say I was hooked!
@ecem4556
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Sarah, you’re great ☺️☺️ love the photos too!
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!! Appreciate your kind words :)
@nicksucio
3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful photos through your travel images, a timeless cameras and my 2nd camera to own (:
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Nick Pirro thankyou so very much!
@joshuaemmanuelrichardson4921
3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Sarah, great review! I've had a Minolta X-700 for a few months now and I learned something new! Never knew about the depth of field preview button lol
@lifewithjordyphotography
3 жыл бұрын
A good review! I have been gifted 2 Minolta X-700s and love using them. I have a few lenses to swap around for different circumstances also. I like to do a bit of Street Photography so my preferred method of shooting is using the Aperture Priority. I find the camera gets the exposure right each time. Such a great camera for my small hands too.
@bradsingle4814
3 жыл бұрын
The camera is cool. I have many of them. Even a silver body. The real advantage is the Minolta glass. There is so many lenses out there. I think I have 85 percent of them. Also I like the choice of film options out there. When you pare film and lens together with a Minolta camera, the results are endless.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
brad single nice!! And thanks for your comment :)
@Intz51
2 жыл бұрын
Whats your favourite lens for this camera and which film?
@bradsingle4814
2 жыл бұрын
@@Intz51 The lens I use for this camera is a MD Rokkor-X 50mm 1:1.4. It is pretty sharp and has good bokeh.Another lens I like is the MC W. Rokkor-X 1:2.8 f=24mm. The film I like is Kodak Ektar 100 and Ilford Delta 100.
@Ibibiogal
3 жыл бұрын
Sarah, this was great. You’re great, this channel just got even more awesome! 👌🏾🙌🏾💕
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Aww thanks so much!
@benjaminneoh
3 жыл бұрын
Great review, Sarah. The video is well put together and flows through nicely. Nothing to critique, only that you should be in more videos in the future. Congrats on your first solo video.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ben!! Your support means a lot :)
@jorgeu111
3 жыл бұрын
more Sarah videos!
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
haha thanks for the support!!
@titofly00
3 жыл бұрын
a few months ago a friend surprised me with one of these too, it was a little dusty but in perfect conditions so I just cleaned it real quick and went out with some test rolls and I found it very easy to use. I didn't love the need for a battery to shoot etiher but in my city this batteries are very cheap so I am always carrying a spare just in case, aside from that little thing I love the camera.
@pushingfilm
3 жыл бұрын
Nice! Carrying a spare battery is worthwhile
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Nice!!
@billem16
2 жыл бұрын
Can you do a review of the XD please?
@samuelwest5752
3 жыл бұрын
Great review! And love your photos. The shots at 1:54 and 2:49 have amazing color. What film stock do you shoot with?
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Samuel West hey thankyou so much for your comment! Both are Ektar100 ☺️
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
As for other film stock I shoot with, my faves are proimage 100, lomo800, Kodak gold and colorplus, portra 400 and 160, fujic200
@Slyguy96
3 жыл бұрын
I love my Minolta XE-7 that i found at a thrift store for $8.00 usd.
@pushingfilm
3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic!
@mallardc6049
4 ай бұрын
great review - many thanks
@joeyl101
3 жыл бұрын
You've convinced me to pick up one of these beauties on Ebay! Thanks :)
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Aww good I'm glad!! Enjoy!
@yoly70perez
3 жыл бұрын
I really like the Minolta X700 it was fun to take pics
@tommcmillan2300
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this review! I picked up an X-700 a few years ago but haven’t used it much lately. You’ve inspired me to dust it off, load some film, and start shooting.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Tom McMillan thankyouuu for watching and supporting!! It makes me happy to know that I’ve inspired you to do that, have fun!!!
@jenohogan9254
3 жыл бұрын
YEAH!! Kickass, Sarah only video. You were a natural! Minoltas are such fantastic cameras. I got my first one a few months ago.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
aaah thank you lovely Jen!!! Appreciate your support ALWAYS! Which one did you get?!
@charlesjohnson5778
3 жыл бұрын
I LOVE my X700... My copy somebody really cared for and loved. You can tell because it is not beat up whatsoever and was not worn. I got it with the Minolta 50 1.7, minolta 24 2.8, and minolta 70-210, bag, and tripod for $40 US :-0. I honestly feel like I stole it lol. The shutter is SO LOUD on this camera though!
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome!! What a bargain! haha I really like the shutter sound :)
@cameronwilson8561
3 жыл бұрын
I love this camera, it's just hard to find one that actually works 😉
@Luudite
3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you did a nice job covering stuff. Nice to see you join in the channel fun! I kinda wished you had fired it because I'm odd and like to know how it sounds being fired and wound...small point though, great job :)
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!! Hahah now I'm wishing I did that! Will have to keep that in mind for the next review :)
@neilyakuza6595
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review, beautiful shots. I am buying ine tomorrow for 50 bucks with the 50mm f2. I have not shot film for a long time now.
@raisa_cherry35
3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic job Sarah,proud of what you are doing. You are sure an inspiration to future photographers,keep up the good work 👏 -your cousin Cherry.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Awww thank you dear Cherry Apu ❤️
@jensknappe2485
3 жыл бұрын
Well made video ! Perfect mix of explanation, details, pics and small video parts ! Especially love the sequence in 4.37. After years with other analogue cameras i rediscovered minolta. My favourites are X500 and X700. So comfortable, perfect quality and design, great lenses too. (To preserve these precious cameras, i use a minolta XG-M in everyday life too). Thank you for this excellent review !
@johngskewes
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Sarah, if this is your first review, I would say, brilliant. And camera aside - your work is stunning. Thank you.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
John Skewes wow thankyou so much for your kind words of support!! Means a lot :)
@catey62
3 жыл бұрын
Well done on your first solo effort Sarah, you did a wonderful job, your'e a natural. though I'm I shoot primarily Nikon and Leica 35 mm slr's I do enjoy learning about different brands in case I ever decide to try another one. will keep this one in mind if that ever happens. look forward to seeing more of your video's.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Aww thankyou!! Your support means a lot 💖
@danielerdos3046
3 жыл бұрын
Nice review! I have an XG-1, thinking upgrading. I'd like an XD review too and best MD lens video would be cool too.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! Perhaps I will do an XD review in the future :)
@terryroth2855
3 жыл бұрын
I’ve got two X-700’s. Bought them new back in the day. They have been very reliable except for the shutter release capacitors. Have had to have them replaced on both cameras. Just had the second camera fixed last week. Still not bad for a 34 yr. old camera. At this rate they will most likely outlast me. Nice video from you.👍👍
@JoeLopez
3 жыл бұрын
The XD has a grip quite similar to one of the XG grips. Look for a Minolta Winder D.
@georgek.8750
3 жыл бұрын
i have the same issue with the iso dial. i managed to set it to 400 and I'm not moving it. love this camera.
@DanaJRoy
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent review!! Your work is beautiful
@jonnchristie6519
Жыл бұрын
Hi Sarah, such an informative review on two very sexy cameras😍😎 I know you said the XD doesn't require batteries, but just in-case, which ones does it take take? Also do you have a full review on the XD?😀 Happy traveling my photography loving kindred spirit.😊
@AdamAllen
3 жыл бұрын
Just had to ditch my X570 for the impending failing capacitor issue that plague the lineup of these. Would love to see a review of the XD.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Adam Allen perhaps an XD review will happen!! Thanks for your comment !
@Hubieee
2 ай бұрын
The locking mechanism lets you choose shutter speed blindly...
@39exposures
3 жыл бұрын
Very nice review. Thanks!
@Kikotronik
3 жыл бұрын
Very nice and informative review, I just got my hands on the X-700, can't wait to try it out with the 45mm f2.
@geelove76
3 жыл бұрын
I love the X-700 and shot it for years before going to the XD11 (the US XD) and will always one one of the two as a primary or backup most of the time when I’m out shooting.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah it’s a great camera!!
@thedondeluxe6941
3 жыл бұрын
That went very well :-) I have the XD too btw, love that thing. Really nice camera and the best shutter sound I know!
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!! Appreciate it :) yess, the shutter sound is very satisfying!
@anatorres2513
2 жыл бұрын
The x-700 is a beautiful camera sadly I only got to take 2 shots before it broke 😭. I don’t know what’s wrong with it. The shutter won’t advance. The on with sound makes a sound but that’s all the camera does. From what I read it could be something called a capacitor. But I can’t afford to get it fixed so sadly it just sits on my shelf
@markschneider3915
2 жыл бұрын
Great review! I just bought one, can you recommend a few good lenses, I have always shot Olympus, so I'm not as familiar with Minolta.
@invest200
3 жыл бұрын
Good review Sarah, don't stop, keep going. I believe the Minolta was the "budget" system in the US during the 70's and 80's, while the Pentax system was similar in the UK during the same time. I love shooting film - I love Pushing Film!!!
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mario!! :)
@Martin_Siegel
Жыл бұрын
The way you shoot you could have used the X-300 on. It has metered manual and takes the same lenses. Or if you wanted to see the aperture setting in the viewfinder the X-500. But now you've got an XD you're set anyway.
@lijakobrisseva3962
3 жыл бұрын
I absolutely loved your review! Thank you :)
@chrisgehteuchnixan748
3 жыл бұрын
I bought this camera 3 times. Everytime leather is ultra sticky and smells like ashtray. No good experience myself
@NCSTalkid
Жыл бұрын
Minolta x700, xd, fm2 and f3 has the best camera design. Timeless.
@Wrublos212
Жыл бұрын
Just got XD7, this thing is built like a tank! Worth to mention that XD no batt operation is limited to only 1/100 shutter speed and bulb time. All the other speeds are triggered via electronics.
@davidburgess937
3 жыл бұрын
This wonderful camera we MY FIRST camera! It was a great camera and I'm so happy to see that you're getting some great photos around the world with it!
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
David Burgess thanks so much!! It’s a great camera!
@neeravnaik
3 жыл бұрын
Great review and really cool photos!!
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so very much :)
@Ukepuke95
3 ай бұрын
Great review. You're very talented, keep it up 👍
@sshadmani15
2 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@markandrewhoran
11 ай бұрын
Very good overview of this camera and, more importantly, some really great shots you've taken with it.
@carltanner9065
3 жыл бұрын
That review went really well, Sarah :D You're a natural in front of the camera and you have a good presence and great delivery :D I have two Minolta cameras, both SRT Supers, so a bit older still than the cameras you have. They can be shot with or without batteries as well, like the XD. One of them is a silver camera and the other is black. They look really good, together!!!. You want to try one out, if you get the chance to use one on loan, or purchase one for yourself. They're easy to use and like the rest of the Minolta cameras, you can get some fantastic lenses for them.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thankyou so very much for your kind words and support! I really appreciate it :) yess they're such great cameras! Love Minolta!
@carltanner9065
3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure, Sarah :D It's very much deserved :D Hope to see more of you in future videos!!! Minolta have always made good cameras. That's why Sony bought them and still use their A type mount!!!
@jonasstrmmen1328
3 жыл бұрын
Really great and informative review! 👏👍
@paulkennewell2752
3 жыл бұрын
Great job - very professional and honest review
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thankyou so much!
@neilpiper9889
3 жыл бұрын
My friend used to have this camera and did some great pictures especially with the 24mm lens.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@SM-qr4kw
3 жыл бұрын
And I’m sold! Gonna find one online and place an order! Thank you so much for this video!!!!
@tomislavmiletic_
3 жыл бұрын
Back in the day you could buy minute plastic pocket, just big enough to fit two LR44 batteries, which was intended to be mounted on the camera strap. That way you'd always have a pair of spare batteries...
@HtMnBrusso
3 жыл бұрын
Great job on your review and some super photos! I have a 370s on its way and looking to get one of these as well. I like the touch to activate the meter, seems like a unique feature for the time this came out.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kevin!! :) Yeah it's a pretty cool feature!
@nomnesti
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the review what lens did you have on your Minolta x700?
@benjhaisch
2 жыл бұрын
Just inherited one 🙌🏼
@teodavid739
3 жыл бұрын
I own two of these cameras. Great Overall camera. I send my cameras for service to keep it up to speed and prep for my shoots. Great review.
@aperturecollect
3 жыл бұрын
I use it with a 28mm for street shooting. Fairly small and light and easy to use.
@aboud510
3 жыл бұрын
That was sooo great, thank you for the review Sara!
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thankyou for watching!!! And for your kind words 🙏🏽😊
@ghostgums
3 жыл бұрын
Your review was absolutely perfect. Cheers!
@pushingfilm
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@JTroker
Жыл бұрын
Pretty good. I wouldn't notice it is your first time review if you didn't say.
@xaviegarcia2657
3 жыл бұрын
Great job! Love the Minolta line!
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@tilica5353
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for video .All the best for you .
@Kendrone
2 жыл бұрын
What lens do you perfer using for shooting street photography
@Fuzzbrause
2 жыл бұрын
Nice video! What are your favorite lenses for the system?
@PiotrekGrzesiak
3 жыл бұрын
Bloody excellent! Beautifully talked through, well shot, great sample photos, hope to see more, as it's very, very useful for people who could be interested in starting the film adventure :) stay safe!
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your kind words!! Really means a lot :)
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
And you stay safe and take care too!
@user-yx9xb2ih8h
3 жыл бұрын
What does “B” means?
@njjoc3
3 жыл бұрын
Bulb
@Alllexman
Жыл бұрын
I’ve bought the x370s and it’s a great camera. Love it. The price was 85$ for body with the Rokkor 50mm 1,7 in Ukraine
@pushingfilm
Жыл бұрын
Great!
@JoeLopez
3 жыл бұрын
Nice job on this video. Always carry spare batteries 🤓 Thank had a X700 for a while and ended up with a X-570, great cameras. I also have a XD, love it! I find the focusing to be the same. 45mm f2 is my GoTo lens.
@sshadmani15
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joe!! :)
@sabrinabdu3990
3 жыл бұрын
Where can i buy the camera can’t find it on the internet do you mind putting a link down
@algrano-fotografia4338
Жыл бұрын
Nice review. The X-700 is a very capable camera. The last MD (manual focus) mount from minolta.
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