Camera · SLR
Minolta Maxxum 7000 / Alpha 7000
1985-1988
Discontinued35mmBeginnerIntermediateCollector
Historical significance
- Format
- 35mm
- Mount
- MINOLTA A
- Metering
- Built-in
- Shutter
- 1/2000
- Battery
- 4 x AAA
- Weight
- 555g
Battery req.
Max speed
Best for
- Historical significance
- Affordable entry to A-mount
- Collectors
Features
- Integrated single-sensor autofocus (AF-S)
- Built-in motor drive (2 fps)
- Program with shift, aperture-priority, shutter-priority and manual modes
- Centre-weighted TTL metering and CW-TTL flash
Limitations
- AF slow by modern standards
- Plastic construction
- Single AF sensor only
Common issues to check
- AF motor failure
- LCD segment failure
- Sticky rubberised coating
- Battery compartment corrosion
- Capacitor issues
Buying guide
The 7000 (1985) is an early integrated-autofocus SLR with a built-in motor, single-sensor AF-S and 2fps drive. Historically important but dated. Check AF works smoothly, test the LCD and make sure the battery contacts are clean.
Pricing
- Typical range
- £30 - £80
- Excellent condition
- ~£100
Mainly collectible value. Indicative, no dated source.
Prices as of 2026-01. UK market, may vary.
Specifications
| Format | 35mm |
| Years produced | 1985-1988 |
| Mount | MINOLTA A |
| Shutter type | Focal Plane |
| Shutter speeds | 30s - 1/2000 |
| Flash sync | 1/100 |
| Metering | Center Weighted |
| Battery required | Yes (4 x AAA) |
| Weight | 555g |
| Dimensions | N/A |