 Jasmine Sosa |
W/O silica gel for 3 yrs. Camera still O.K. ? Stored W/O silica gel for over 3 years. Camera still O.K.? I have a Minolta Maxxum 5 Dynax (35mm)that I've had for over 3 years. I used it only once because I was afraid to use it wrong (!DuH!) So I tried to store it properly wishing for the day that I would learn how to use it right. However, I've stored it without the silica gel, in a wooden box, with other camers/equipment & without batteries? Is the quality still the same? I live in New York so I wonder - did the temperature changes affect my camera? My personal opinion is that it's fine but I would like to know for sure. Thanks for checking my post!
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Andrew Laverghetta |
Well, you could probably just get it out and mess around with it without film for a while to make sure that the shutter still clicks and you can see the lens blades closing down when you take a picture in bright light. It should be fine though. Maxxum's are all electronic right?
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Jasmine Sosa |
Hi, Andrew I'm not sure if all Maxxum's are electronic. Mine is electronic and manual, I beleive. I like your suggestions. I'll try them out right away. (I hope it still works good!) By the way, you've filled your gallery with some really fine pictures!!
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Kerry L. Walker |
Jasmine, I think you may have a bit of misunderstanding about what is meant by an electronic camera. It has nothing to do with automatic or manual operation. Most newer cameras are electronic in that they required battery power to do more than just power the meter. They need the battery power to trip the shutter too. Yes, your camera is electronic and should work fine. Just try what Andrew suggested and, above all, take it for an outing and try it out. I'm betting it will be fine.
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Jasmine Sosa |
Hey Kerry, I have to admit, I know little about cameras, especially, the one I own. What you said makes sense to me. So that means, all cameras that use a battery are electronic, right? I must look over my camera manual to learn more about it and start shooting, as you mentioned, to really know what condition it's in. ~ jasmine
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Kerry L. Walker |
All camera that need a battery to power anything other than the meter (almost all newer cameras) are electronic. Don't feel bad about what you don't know. I have been shooting for over 40 years and there is a lot more that I don't know than there is that I do, especially about cameras that I don't or have not owned.
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Jasmine Sosa |
Thanks Kerry, Every bit of info helps.~jasmine
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Mark Feldstein |
And....for future storage, as a rule of thumb, if it's stored in an environment where you're comfortable, chances are it will be too. Store lenses without filters to prevent any moisture beneath it from turning to mold or mildew which can be a real problem in very humid climates. Sure, you can store it with dessicant cannisters or packs. Cameras left in storage for a long time sometimes suffer from dried out lubricants or parts made from foam or rubber. So, if you notice any mechanism sticking, shutter release, lens blades and aperture rings, mirror lock-up, etc., just take it to a competent repair person for a clean, lube and adjustment. It's usually pretty inexpensive and good maintenance tends to pay off in the long run. Oh, and of course, don't store it with the batteries in place. They might leak requiring a separate post here And, if you still have questions about how to use it and need a manual for the thing, Minolta probably has them available. Check their website. There are lots of other places to score used manuals as well. Just google it. Take it light.
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Jasmine Sosa |
Thanks a bunch, Mark As always, I really appreciate the response. That's really good information and I will store it better from now on. Thankfully, I can get to a reputable camera store If I need to. ~jasmine
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Mark Feldstein |
My pleasure, Jasmine. ;>) M.
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