For 30 years, I used the Minolta SRT 101 for my professional work as a press photographer. Superb lenses and easy to handle. I still have the SRT101 I got from my parents back in 1969. It has a 57/1.7 lens, and only Leica glass was a bit better in these days. When on the job, I could change lenses and film faster than my colleagues with their Nikon's, which was the preferred camera for Danish press photographers. I switched to Leica in 1999, but I can recommand the SRT 101 to every film shooter.
I own two SRTs (101 and 303). Bought them for less than 30 euros and serviced them myself with the help of youtube. The SRT 101 ist the camera that I shoot 90% of the time. All you'll ever need and it teaches you how to photograph. Cheers
The SRT100 was a sort of low budget SRT 101 where the SRT 303 was a “luxury” version. In the era of mechanical cameras the differences between these models were very minimal.
Had one for years. Shot many great pix of our kids when they were young. The camera disappeared. Lost? Stolen? Recently purchase two SRTs: a 102 and a 201. In love again.
If you want a Canon get the A-1 it’s by far my favourite camera. The switch and dial to control shutter and aperture priority along with the red 80s style display of your settings is a game changer. UK prices might be different but I got mine for around $40 with a slight fault that was easily fixed. I also have my uncle’s mint condition AE-1 Program, a Nikon FG, Pentax ME and Olympus OMG (second favourite)… all of these were around the same price or less, just be patient and you will spot a good deal. Haven’t tried a Minolta yet, but will probably pick one up as it’s the last major brand I haven’t tried.
There are a lot of deals out there for sure if you look hard enough. Off the shelf in working condition they can get up there in price for what they are. lots of fan boys over hear eating them up.
For 30 years, I used the Minolta SRT 101 for my professional work as a press photographer. Superb lenses and easy to handle. I still have the SRT101 I got from my parents back in 1969. It has a 57/1.7 lens, and only Leica glass was a bit better in these days. When on the job, I could change lenses and film faster than my colleagues with their Nikon's, which was the preferred camera for Danish press photographers. I switched to Leica in 1999, but I can recommand the SRT 101 to every film shooter.
That is very cool!
I own two SRTs (101 and 303). Bought them for less than 30 euros and serviced them myself with the help of youtube. The SRT 101 ist the camera that I shoot 90% of the time. All you'll ever need and it teaches you how to photograph. Cheers
Thank you!
The SRT100 was a sort of low budget SRT 101 where the SRT 303 was a “luxury” version. In the era of mechanical cameras the differences between these models were very minimal.
Good to know!
Had one for years. Shot many great pix of our kids when they were young. The camera disappeared. Lost? Stolen? Recently purchase two SRTs: a 102 and a 201. In love again.
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If you want a Canon get the A-1 it’s by far my favourite camera. The switch and dial to control shutter and aperture priority along with the red 80s style display of your settings is a game changer. UK prices might be different but I got mine for around $40 with a slight fault that was easily fixed. I also have my uncle’s mint condition AE-1 Program, a Nikon FG, Pentax ME and Olympus OMG (second favourite)… all of these were around the same price or less, just be patient and you will spot a good deal. Haven’t tried a Minolta yet, but will probably pick one up as it’s the last major brand I haven’t tried.
There are a lot of deals out there for sure if you look hard enough. Off the shelf in working condition they can get up there in price for what they are. lots of fan boys over hear eating them up.
@@thefilmcameraclub8141My AE-1 Program does look really nice but in use it isn’t my favourite. At the end of the day cameras are for taking photos.
Great camera, great photos. Perfect for beginners to learn fundamentals.
I would have to agree