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2/19/2011

[02.19.11] SLR- Minolta Dynax 7000i

My dad bought this camera when he was in university. This camera is SLR (Single Lenses Reflex) camera which requires film to take photos. It was launched in 1988, with the price of ¥ 80,000. This camera is about 30 years old, which existed before I was born. I didn't take any photo shots yet, but if I have a chance I'll try to upload the images. I always wanted a SLR camera and when my dad mentioned about his old one, I was happy to take it.

▼▼Basic information about this camera▼▼

General
Name	Minolta Dynax 7000i , α-7700i (Japan), Maxxum 7000i (USA)
Mount type	A-mount
Release year	1988
Status	discontinued

Auto-focus
AF sensors	3 line
AF range [EV]	0 – 18
AF modes?	AF-A
AF assist light?	yes
Supported lenses?	classic
Features
Eye-start	no
Custom functions	0
Other features	–

Metering
Metering modes?	6 segments, center-weighted, spot
Metering range [EV] (with spot)	0 – 20
Auto Exposure Lock button	yes
Exposure modes?	P with shift, A, S, M
Subject programs	cards
Exposure compensation	± 4 (1/2)

Flash
Flash modes?	normal
Flash metering?	CW-TTL
Requires D flash unit	no
Flash guide number [m]/ coverage [mm]	-/-
X-Sync speed	1/125
High Speed Sync	no
Wireless flash	no
Wireless x-sync speed?	–
Wireless HSS	no
Wireless Flash Controller compatible?	no
Ratio flash control	no
Flash exposure compensation	Cards
Studio flash socket	no
Compatible with DR-1000	yes

Viewfinder
Viewfinder type	pentaprism
Viewfinder coverage	92% × 94%
Viewfinder magnification	0.84×
Eye relief [mm]/ from frame [mm]?	unknown
Screens?	G (default), L, S
Diopter adjustment [diopters]	-1
Eyepiece cup	EC-7
Viewfinder accessory compatible?	yes

Shooting
Mirror lock-up	no
Remote release socket	yes
Wireless remote release	IR-1N
Depth of field preview	no
Aperture can be changed during depth of field preview	no
Silent depth of field preview	no
Frame rate [fps]	3
Frame rate with AF [fps]	unknown
Shutter speed [s]	30 – 1/4000, B
Timer for Bulb exposures	no
Bracketing frames (stops)	–
Multiple exposures	–

Film features
Leader out	no
ISO override	yes
IR safe?	yes

Construction and accessories
Weather sealing	no
Mount material	steel
Batteries	1× 2CR5
Battery pack	–
Vertical grip	–
Accessory shoe cap	SC-7
Standard accessories	strap, body cap, batteries
Weight [g]?	590
Data saver	–
Date back	DB-7, PB-7


	Information from: http://www.mhohner.de

2/12/2011

[02.04.11] Changdeokgung

It was when all of my families came over to my house to celebrate Lunar New Year. On February 4th, we visited Changdeokgung and made good memories. I'm going to briefly introduce the palace and show some of the pictures I've taken.

Changdeokgung homepage (English): http://eng.cdg.go.kr/main/main.htm

Changdeokgung is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. This palace is one of the five grand palaces that were build during Joseon Dynasty by kings. Changdeokgung and Changgyeonggung are also called as East Palace because they were located in the east side of Hanyang, the central city, just like Seoul in modern days. Many kings loved Changdeokgung palace because the buildings blended with nature, not disturbing the peaceful colors of the wild. The palace was damaged during Japanese occupation and there are only 30% of the whole palace left today. However, it is one of the most well kept cultural heritage.

It was cloudy and foggy when we left our home.

What a day to take pictures...

My youngest cousin sitting on a red bench.

He's adorable~

Every little parts were so delicately made that it surprised me.

This was my first time visiting the palace (according to my memory),

and I couldn't believe these were build hundreds years ago.

The colors of the roof looks prettier and clearer seeing with eyes than it shows in photographs. I don't know whether they were repaired or painted again, but the colors fascinated me.

Injeongjeon

It was where the king greeted foreign leaders, and a lot of the times king stayed in this building when national events happened. Also, the king gave missions and had meetings with servants.