Minolta XL601 Super 8 Camera Professionally Serviced and Fully Functioning

This camera has been PROFESSIONALLY SERVICED; its functioning, as described in full here, is GUARANTEED. This camera has undergone a full CLA professional maintenance "Clean, Lubricate, Adjust". Camera was disassembled, old grease removed and replaced with fully synthetic grease. Zoom system fully disassembled and reassembled ensuring proper and smooth movement. Subsystem's voltages and transport's torque measured/calibrated. Light seals replaced, light meter/exposure system accuracy has been calibrated and it is very responsive. Viewfinder's dioptric system calibrated and with full range. Battery contacts replaced and/or improved/refurbished with no rust and excellent electrical conductivity. Focusing system calibrated according to calibration specifications. Lastly, interior and exterior optics cleaned to the best of our ability. Great for a low cost entry into the rediscovered world of Super 8 film photography with its amazing vintage look, or for anyone starting off on Film School.Camera details: production: 1977-1980 silent super 8 cartridge lens: Minolta Zoom Rokkor f: 1.7 \ F: 7.5-45 mm zooming ratio: 6x focusing: manual, split image, 1.2 to infinity macro focusing: yes zooming: electric and manual filter size: 46 mm viewfinder: single lens reflex with adjustable eyepiece: +1 to -4 diopters viewfinder information: aperture scale, under and over-exposure warning signal, battery condition indicator, film transport signal exposure: auto and manual exposure control; TTL EE, high-sensivity CdS cell film speed: auto for 25/40, 40/64, 100/160 ASA (daylight/tungsten) CCA filter: built-in 85 filter, with filter selector backlight control: yes shutter opening angle: 220 degrees, eXisting Light system filming speed: 18 fps, single frame interval timer: 0.5 up to 60 seconds self timer: 10 to 20 seconds sound: no remote control socket: yes cable release socket: no movie light socket: no synchronized flash socket: yes handle: retractable battery checker: signal in viewfinder film drive motor: DC micromotor power source: 2 x AA batteries only weight: 710 g dimensions: 42 x 121 x 187 mm tripod socket: 1/4" made in Japan by Minolta DISCLAIMER: all super 8 cameras are about 50 years old, please understand that no lens will be perfect, having said that, due to the low resolution aspect of Super 8 format, most imperfections will not be seen once film is developed.