Minolta Explorer Freedom Zoom EX 35mm Point & Shoot Film Camera – 28-75 mm Zoom Lens | Tested & Working

Rediscover the simplicity and fun of film photography with the Minolta Explorer Freedom Zoom EX. Designed to be fully automatic and easy to use, this compact 35mm point-and-shoot boasts a sharp 28-75 mm (35mm-equiv) zoom lens, lightning-fast autofocus, and built-in flash — perfect for everyday snapshots, travel, or casual photography.

Whether you’re stepping into film for the first time or looking for a versatile compact camera to add to your inventory, this model delivers reliable performance with the trusted optics and build quality of Minolta.

🔧 Key Features & Specifications

• Film format: 35 mm (standard C-41 color or B&W film)
• Lens: 28-75 mm power zoom, f/3.5 (wide) to around f/8.9 (tele) (4 elements/4 groups)  
• Autofocus: Active infrared 3-beam AF system with focus lock; close-focus down to ~0.4 m (≈16 in)  
• Exposure: Fully automatic (Program) with DX-film detection (ISO 25-3200)  
• Built-in Flash: Retractible flash with flashmatic intensity control; recycling time approx. 0.3-7 sec; range (ISO 100) at 28mm: ~0.4–5.9 m (16in-19.4ft) and at 75mm: ~0.4–2.3 m (16in-7.5ft)  
• Film Transport: Motorized auto-thread/advance to first frame + auto rewind (also manual start of rewind)  
• Battery: 1 × CR123A (3-volt lithium) or DL123A type battery required  
• Viewfinder: Real-image zoom viewfinder; diopter adjustment available  
• Body / Dimensions: Approx. 121 × 66.5 × 44 mm (4¾″ × 2⅝″ × 1¾″); weight ~245 g (8.6 oz)  
• Additional features: Self-timer, “panorama” mode on some variants, date imprint on some models 

  Condition

  9/10

  Minolta Explorer Freedom Zoom s#42517199

  Comes with Legacy's 30 Day Warranty