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Carl D. Garrard
member since: 3/21/2006
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Rating:
5
out of 5
Summary:
Still like film? Have any Minolta lenses? Treat yourself to a Maxxum 9, you won't regret it. You won't get a better full frame experience for the dollar, used or new, than the Maxxum 9.Comfortable, easy to use, intuitive, ergonomic, reliable, capable, the Maxxum 9 is genius design made practical. Built like no other film camera I've ever held, it's a hefty camera yet confidence inspiring. If a Sherman tank had a camera cousin, the Maxxum 9 would be it. There isn't much to say but accolades for this camera, it has few if any weaknesses as a film platform and to this day still has features that other SLR's or DSLRS cannot rival (it's sync speed and worlds fastest 1/12,000th shutter speed for example). This is a camera that will last generations in a family household, and if you believe celluloid is your choice for memories, I can't think of a more perfect camera to do the job. It's just as happy doing sports/action and outdoor photography as it is doing wedding events and family snapshots. Some cameras have everything right, the Maxxum 9 is one of those. From the moment you pick one up, you'll understand, don't believe me or the words I've written. If you get a chance to hold one, and look through the beautiful viewfinder, maybe you'll agree. Strengths:
Build (Stainless STEEL, not magnesium)
Beautiful Large Optical Viewfinder
Comfort
Ease of use
Intuitive
Ergonomic
Reliable
Capable
Fast
Metering
Frame rates
Forgiving
Long customizable function list
Weather Resistant
Great battery life
Built in wireless flash/trigger
AF in complete darkness up to 7 meters
Glow in the dark controls
All you need, and nothing you don't. Weaknesses:
Weight, perhaps
No longer in production
Limited AF points
Limited to camera shops for repair
2/4/2011 1:49:25 AM
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Abbas Al-khamies
member since: 2/7/2006
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Rating:
5
out of 5
Lovely Camera - huge shetter - Easy use - heavy duty - very great focus
6/16/2006 5:29:08 AM
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Robt. E. Tracy
member since: 9/13/2005
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Rating:
4
out of 5
Still learning the operation however shows good promise.
Pro..continuous autofocus
Con..On bright days the viewfinder is dim hard to read f/stops and exposure
9/13/2005 9:58:32 AM
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Glen Taylor
member since: 7/9/2005
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Rating:
1.5
out of 5
Mine worked well, for awhile. The LCD display on my camera then began to 'bleed' or blur at the edges. I took it to an authorized repair center, where I was told this is a fault of Maxxum 9 and the display will eventually go, rendering the camera useless. The cost to replace the LCD didn't justify keeping the camera, so I sold it. Minolta doesn't keep repair parts available for discontinued cameras for very long these days, so it's something to keep in mind.
7/23/2005 12:28:15 PM
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Protacio Serna
member since: 12/26/2004
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Rating:
5
out of 5
Great camera. Excelent controls distribution, accurate metering.
3/25/2005 7:38:57 AM
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Joost Duppen
member since: 3/5/2005
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Rating:
4
out of 5
use it with the BP-9. Makes the camera very, very heavy, but nice to handle. Bought it because my eyes became not so good, and because I use Leica, and Leica and Minolta used to develop lenses together, so the sharpness and Unsharpness of Minolta en Leica are very nice/
3/8/2005 1:12:51 PM
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Rob Miller
member since: 1/27/2005
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Rating:
5
out of 5
It's built like a tank! That's what I love about it. No messing around. It's built to withstand the weather conditions, as well as using in some pretty rugged territory! Heavy? Yes sir! Love it!
1/27/2005 12:54:49 PM
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Mark L. Peterson
member since: 12/1/2004
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Rating:
4
out of 5
This camera is my "work horse". It provides the features that I look for in a SLR camera, like fast shutter speeds (1/12,000 sec), easy to use controls, and a stable highly water resistant camera body for all weather shooting. Works great in cold weather locations.
12/5/2004 5:46:26 PM
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Karen L. Murphy
member since: 5/19/2004
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Rating:
5
out of 5
I love it. I can't wait until they get a digital that's close, but I will always love my Maxxum 9
7/11/2004 5:48:17 PM
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Frank Ritchie
member since: 3/11/2004
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Rating:
5
out of 5
The best 35 mm. camera I have ever used, very fast and loaded with features.
6/2/2004 3:12:53 PM
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Tonya Autry
member since: 3/9/2004
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Rating:
5
out of 5
LOVE IT!!!
5/20/2004 11:27:13 PM
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Bob Whorton
member since: 3/21/2004
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Rating:
5
out of 5
Best camera in the world IMHO
3/21/2004 7:25:57 PM
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Roy Cordingley
member since: 2/25/2004
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
THIS IS A VERY HIGH QUALITY 35MM SINGLE LENS REFLEX CAMERA AND ITS FOR THE VERY SERIOUS PHOTOGRAPHER. THE CAMERA IS VERY WELL BALANCED AND HAS LOTS OF NEAT FEATURES. I JUST WISH THERE WAS A WAY TO LOCK THE SETTINGS WHEN YOUR USING APETURE PRIORITY SO YOU DON'T ACCIDENTLY BUMP THE CONTROL WHEEL AND CHANGE THE SETTING WHEN YOUR SHOOTING A SETTING FOR FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY!
3/11/2004 4:53:29 PM
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Alejandro Parada
member since: 2/2/2004
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Rating:
5
out of 5
Excellent exposure meter, fast auto focus, solid and heavy
2/29/2004 5:52:39 AM
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Janet Kubas
member since: 7/29/2003
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Rating:
4.5
out of 5
I have been very happy with my Minolta Maxxum 9 camera. I have had it for approximately 4 years and have gotten some great pictures using it. I like it for its ease of use. The down side for me is the size. It gets to be a little heavy sometimes...but I like the way it feels in my hand. It feels like a camera! I also like the fact the if you purchase a Minolta flash you can have a wireless remote set up for the flash. It does not have to be on the camera.
8/24/2003 7:44:56 PM
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Lamont G. Weide
LamontPhotos.com
member since: 5/1/2002
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Rating:
5
out of 5
This is a great camera. It has easy to use dials. It weighs about the same as the Nikon F-100. I really have no negative comments about this camera.
7/20/2003 8:51:57 AM
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Victor J. Naklicki
member since: 6/12/2003
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Rating:
4
out of 5
Great camera. I got the battery grip which is great when you want to go vertical.
7/4/2003 2:37:17 PM
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