Jonathan Bowerbank Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 (edited) Hey everyone, A local photo shop is going out of business and is basically trying to get rid of all their stuff. They have a Minolta Autopak 8 K11 for $60. They said the only thing wrong with it is the battery is drained. I can't seem to find any details about its battery. Anybody know if it's replaceable or rechargeable or what. Also, is this a good camera to use? It doesn't have manual exposure (except for the over/under option) which is my only issue, but for so cheap is it worth it?! thanks in advance for your input! Edited January 11, 2007 by Jonathan Bowerbank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Buick Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 I think that model takes AAs, I'm not totally sure, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Bowerbank Posted January 11, 2007 Author Share Posted January 11, 2007 (edited) Hmmm, I'll have to go back and unscrew the battery pack and take a peek...you may be right. Any opinions on how good the cam it is? The lens seemed to be in pristine shape at least. Edited January 11, 2007 by Jonathan Bowerbank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Buick Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 Good luck, I really hope someone else doesn't get there first. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Bowerbank Posted January 12, 2007 Author Share Posted January 12, 2007 Both the retailer and myself were at a loss...couldn't find the battery portion to save our lives. Anyone know? Is it in the handle? We tried unscrewing it, but it uh...it wouldn't unscrew. Here's a link to an already ended eBay listing of this camera: http://cgi.ebay.com/FILM-TESTED-MINOLTA-K1...4QQcmdZViewItem If you know where it is, please tell me! Ha ha I'm so inexperienced with Super8 cams...mainly work in 16mm, so I'm a lil' lost :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Alderslade Posted January 12, 2007 Share Posted January 12, 2007 This is the only information i could find on the camera: http://super8wiki.com/index.php/Minolta_Autopak-8_K_11 More than likely the batteries will be in the handle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Bowerbank Posted January 12, 2007 Author Share Posted January 12, 2007 Mehhhh, I'll just pass on it and wait on a good deal for a model with more manual controls. thanks for your help :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Alessandro Machi Posted January 12, 2007 Premium Member Share Posted January 12, 2007 Mehhhh, I'll just pass on it and wait on a good deal for a model with more manual controls. thanks for your help :) According to Wikki it claims to have manual exposure. Maybe the round handle unscrews and actually comes off? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Bowerbank Posted January 12, 2007 Author Share Posted January 12, 2007 Yeah, the handle comes off, but if there's a battery pack in there it seems like they've made it hard to get to as the bottom portion of the handle doesn't screw off. And, the store won't let me play with it too much without buying it beforehand. It's manual exposure capabilities are limited. It sets for whatever ASA you're shooting, then gives you the option of shooting normal, -1, or +1 or +2 If anyone KNOWS about the battery issue, please lemme know...if I can get that info and it's still there in a couple days, maybe I'll still consider it. thanks again everyone :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Rizos Posted January 13, 2007 Share Posted January 13, 2007 Hi The camera takes 4 AAs in the grip. The bottom ring unscrews to replace them. If it doesn't unscrew, it means there is batteries in it, and they leaked to seal the threads. Remove the grip by turning upper ring counterclockwise, which unscrews independently of the grip, and set the bottom 1" of the grip into a glass of Coke for a few minutes. This should loosen it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Bowerbank Posted January 13, 2007 Author Share Posted January 13, 2007 (edited) Mike, you're awesome thanks! I'll have a go at it. I suppose I should use Diet so things don't get sticky ;) Edited January 13, 2007 by Jonathan Bowerbank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Palidwor Posted January 13, 2007 Share Posted January 13, 2007 Personally I don't think its a good camera and for $60 you can find something better. The lack of complete manual exposure control will drive you crazy. And it sounds like the batteries corroded in the compartment if you can't get the compartment open. Keep looking. Rick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Bowerbank Posted January 13, 2007 Author Share Posted January 13, 2007 Mischief managed...I'm not gettin' it. Went back to the shop but my instincts told me NO Besides, I have access to a Canon 814. The Minolta would have just been an unnecessary expense. cheers Jon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Palidwor Posted January 13, 2007 Share Posted January 13, 2007 Mischief managed...I'm not gettin' it. Went back to the shop but my instincts told me NO Besides, I have access to a Canon 814. The Minolta would have just been an unnecessary expense. cheers Jon Use the 814. They are good cameras, whether it's the older Auto Zoom or the later-model "E" version. Rick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Alessandro Machi Posted January 13, 2007 Premium Member Share Posted January 13, 2007 HiThe camera takes 4 AAs in the grip. The bottom ring unscrews to replace them. If it doesn't unscrew, it means there is batteries in it, and they leaked to seal the threads. Remove the grip by turning upper ring counterclockwise, which unscrews independently of the grip, and set the bottom 1" of the grip into a glass of Coke for a few minutes. This should loosen it up. I'd take a printout of this topic discussion and bring it with you to the store so they can see in writing the part about the coke. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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