Minolta X-700 Instruction Manual page 7

AE lock/self-timer switch
• AE lock for holding close-up or
adjusted-viewing meter readings
• Electronic self-timer with
triple-rate blinking LED and
optional audible beeps
Front grip
Integral front and back grips
giving camera surer hold
Sync terminal
Bayonet lens mount
New integrally lubricated stainless-
steel mount offers greater durabili-
ty and smoother lens changing;
accepts virtually all Minolta SLR
interchangeable lenses and acces-
sories
MD coupler
MC coupler
Not visible:
• Silicon photocell atop penta-
prism for full-aperture metering
for viewfinder LED display, and
for "final check" stop-down
metering
Lens-mounting index
Lens-release button
Mirror
Specially coated to make
viewfinder 11 % brighter
Strap eyelet
Shutter-release socket
Diaphragm-control lever
Preview button
Easy-to-use spring-loaded
button for previewing
depth of field
• Second silicon photocell in
mirror compartment for Direct
Autoflash Metering w i t h PX-
series A u t o Electroflashes
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