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This camera has one notch sensing pin and it appears that E64T will be read as 40 ASA so will be overexposed. Use the manual aperture control to adjust the speed to be 2/3 stop less than the camera suggests. | This camera has one notch sensing pin and it appears that E64T will be read as 40 ASA so will be overexposed. Use the manual aperture control to adjust the speed to be 2/3 stop less than the camera suggests. |
Revision as of 13:40, 8 June 2005
Minolta XL 401
Year: 1978-83
Lens: Zoom Rokkor 1,2 / 8,5 - 34 mm
Macro focusing
Split Image Focusing
Auto / Manual Zoom
Frame rates: 18 + single frame
Shutter degree: 220
Manual / Auto Exposure
ASA settings from cartridge: Tungsten 40, 160, Daylight 25, 100
Backlight Control
Flash contact
Remote control socket
Interval timer with 0,5-60 second intervals
No sound
2 X 1.5V AA batteries + No separate battery for light meter
Made in Japan
Manufacturer: Minolta
Recently paid in eBay net auction: $48 eBay 7/1999 $107 eBay 8/1999
Comments
Cartridge Notches
This camera has one notch sensing pin and it appears that E64T will be read as 40 ASA so will be overexposed. Use the manual aperture control to adjust the speed to be 2/3 stop less than the camera suggests.
Instructions on how to re-calibrate the exposure meter: Minolta XL-401/601 how to adjust meter
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