Minolta Vectis 300 Beam APS Camera

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• Product Dimensions: 4.9 x 3.6 x 2.8 inches ; 11.2 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00000DM93
• Item model number: 2212307
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #8,794 in Camera & Photo (See Bestsellers in Camera & Photo)

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• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 4, 1973

Product Description

Amazon.com

The Advanced Photo System (APS) has breathed new life into the design of point-and-shoot cameras. Thanks to a smaller film size (24mm) and a compact film cartridge, camera manufacturers have been able to design small, sleek cameras that fit comfortably into a shirt pocket. And with the Vectis 300, Minolta has not only designed a tiny camera, it's designed a camera that's just plain sexy.

The Vectis 300 is encased in a distinctive, stainless steel body. The camera uses a 24-70mm zoom lens (equivalent to a 30-87.5mm lens on a 35mm camera) that's easily controlled by two buttons on the camera back. It includes both autofocus and focus-hold systems--you can focus on objects as close as 16 inches. Select from five flash modes including red-eye reduction and fill. Depending on the film speed and zoom setting, the flash range extends to 20 feet. As with most APS cameras, you can select from three print formats: Classic (C--4 inches by 6 inches); HDTV (H--4 inches by 7 inches), and Panoramic (P--3.5 inches by 10 inches). Other features include a self-timer and time-date stamping and titling options, which are imprinted on the film's magnetic strip and can then be printed by the film lab on the front or back of your prints. A remote control can be purchased separately. Fun and easy to use, the Vectis 300 is about as good as it gets in point-and-shoot APS photography. --Harry C. Edwards

Product Description

Special moments deserve a special camera - like the Minolta Vectis 300. It's exceptionally compact, which makes it easy to bring along no matter where you go - and it delivers sharp, crisp images.Using the latest Advanced Photo System technology (APS) means you can take regular photos, wide-angle photos, or panoramic photos - it's your choice. And you just drop in the film and start taking pictures - it's that easy. Print Quality Improvement (PQI) uses magnetic IX data and lets the camera encode photographic information. As a result, the film can be printed with better quality by photofinishers. The Vectis includes a 3x, 24-70mm zoom lens, and has a high-performance autofocus system plus a special close-up (macro) setting. Don't let another special moment pass you by - capture it with your new Minolta Vectis camera.

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Customer Reviews

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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Compact, easy to use, and great pictures!, June 6, 1999

By	John B. Cumings (Colorado USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought this camera to take on my trip to Europe. It easily fits in a waist-pouch and is very lightweight. The ability to take 3 different size photo's was a real convenience. With the Panoramic size option I was able to take a great photo of the Eiffel Tower - top to bottom! The only thing I don't like about this camera is that the 3-volt battery must be changed after about 12 rolls of film (Advantix 25 exposure) have been used. The batteries are expensive and it's a real pain to have it die while on an excursion. The film will automatically rewind when the battery is low or dead. The zoom lens is wonderful! This camera is well worth the cost for anyone who wants a point and shoot camera with all the features of a larger 35mm.

16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great small camera!, August 31, 1999

By A Customer

I love this little camera. For a point and shoot, it takes great pictures. Because it's so small, you can take it anywhere. Although it fits in a small purse or large pocket, I usually just wear it around my neck. I haven't always treated it well. It's more rugged than I would have imagined. For the price, you can't beat it!

18 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Unhappy with customer service, average usage, compact, September 24, 1999

By A Customer

I owned the first generation of this camera. It often took a long time holding down button before camera would shoot. Film motor broke in an unacceptably short time (3 years) and service was too expensive to make it worthwhile.