Main Features - Minolta XG-A Owner's Manual

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MAIN FEATURES
Fail-safe electronic exposure system
I ncorporating many of the features devel-
oped for Minolta's top electronic cameras, the
XG-A covers a wide range of photographic
conditions. Its electronic shutter wnich auto-
matically locks to prevent overexposure and
electromagnetic shutter release with unique
touch switch metering add to the handling ease
of the camera.
XG-A's system features:
• Full automatic exposure by stepless shutter
speeds from 1/1000 to 1 sec.
• Electromagnetic shutter release.
• Unique "Touch switch" metering.
• Shutter-release lock prevents overexposure
when light is over meter's range or battery
power is low.
• Piezoelectric audible signals for low shutter-
speed settings and self-timer operation.
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.
• Automatic shutter-speeds, indicated by
LEO's, are visible in viewfinder.
• LED at "60" position blinks as flash-ready
signal when X-series Auto Electroflashes are
attached and charged .
Easy handling controls
Lightweight and compact, the X-7 is human
engineered to fit the user's hands for smooth
operation :
• Smooth short stroke film advance.
• Large, easy-to-adjust shutter-function dial.
• "Soft-touch" electromagnetic shutter re-
lease.
• Curve formed body with cushioned body
grip.
• Minolta bayonet lens mount with large
release button.
• Balanced winder operation.