Vintage Minolta camera on a white background
Vintage Minolta camera on a white background

Minolta Capios 140A 35mm Point-and-Shoot Film Camera

Grade & Condition:
1 in stock
By The 35mm Club
$339.95 AUD

Perfect for:

  • First-time 35mm film photographers

  • Travel, holidays & everyday memories

  • Easy point-and-shoot 35mm photography

Looking for a compact 35mm film camera with plenty of zoom range and simple operation? The Minolta Capios 140A (also sold as the Minolta 140 Riva Zoom and Minolta Freedom 140 Zoom Date) combines convenience, versatility, and classic vintage camera styling in one easy-to-use package.

✔ Powerful 38–140mm Zoom Lens – From group photos and everyday snapshots to distant subjects and portraits, the impressive 38–140mm zoom lens gives you the flexibility to capture a wide variety of scenes without changing cameras. Perfect for travel, family events, and day-to-day photography.

✔ Advanced autofocus in compact form – Featuring Minolta’s pioneering Area‑AF, Spot‑AF, and Target‑AF modes, along with fast eye-start functionality and 125‑segment matrix metering, this 35mm camera nails focus and exposure even on moving subjects.

✔ Fully Automatic & Beginner Friendly – The Capios 140A takes the guesswork out of shooting 35mm film. Autofocus, automatic exposure, motorised film advance, and automatic rewind allow you to focus on enjoying the moment while the camera handles the technical details.

✔ Compact Design with Big Capability – Despite its generous zoom range, this vintage camera remains surprisingly portable. Slip it into your bag and take it anywhere, whether you're exploring a new city or documenting everyday life.

✔ Classic Minolta Reliability – Known for producing dependable film cameras, Minolta designed the Capios 140A to be a practical everyday companion. Its straightforward operation makes it an excellent choice for anyone wanting to experience the magic of shooting 35mm film without a steep learning curve.

If you're buying your first 35mm camera or adding another vintage camera to your collection, the Minolta Capios 140A offers the perfect balance of simplicity, versatility, and classic film photography charm.

Battery Requirement – This reusable film camera operates with 1x CR123A 3V battery (sold separately).

For 'Grade 6 - Fair' Cameras: Minor quirks or functional notes may apply. Please check the ‘Condition & Notes’ section below for full details.

To learn more about our camera grades, please view our Grading Scale.

Condition & Notes (Grade 6 Cameras Only)



Grade

Grade: We grade every camera carefully so you can shop with confidence, knowing exactly what you’ll receive. Each one is thoroughly tested to ensure it works as intended, and our grading scale helps you understand the overall condition and any minor imperfections that distinguish it from a like-new example.

  • Grade 10 – Near Perfect: Near-perfect, minimal to no wear, flawless functions, crystal-clear lens.
  • Grade 9 – Excellent: Lightly used, faint scuffs, fully functional, clean lens.
  • Grade 8 – Great: Normal signs of use, minor surface marks, fully functional.
  • Grade 7 – Good: Well-loved with visible wear or small quirks, but everything works as it should.
  • Grade 6 – Fair: Heavier wear and noticeable imperfections. It may also have minor functional quirks or imperfections, but it is fully functional and full of character.

If you’d like more clarity regarding our classifications, please view our grading scale here, or please don't hesitate to reach out to our team — we’re always happy to help!
Usability

Usability: Versatile! The added zoom accommodates all types of photography, such as portrait, landscape and architectural photography. The flash is bright and can be used in low-light settings.

Beginner Friendly?: Yes!
Sample Photos

Sample Photo: Click here to see example photos by talented photographers using this exact camera model!
Shipping & Returns

Free Shipping: Free Shipping on orders over $100! Please select ‘Free Shipping’ at checkout.

Easy Returns: Is your product not in working order? If your camera is found to be faulty, it’s backed by our 30-day warranty. As these are vintage film cameras, we encourage customers to test their cameras early. Visit our Return Policy for full details on how to request a claim.

Please note: International customers are responsible for the cost of return shipping on all returns, and for ensuring the parcel reaches us safely. Please consider a registered/insured service.

Product Specifications
  • Dimensions: 110mm x 60mm x 45mm
  • Weight: 220g without the battery
  • Lens: 37.5-140mm Minolta Aspherical Lens
  • Autofocus.
  • Auto-exposure, with shutter speeds of 1/500s.
  • Auto-flash.
  • Power: 3v Lithium CR123A or DL123A (1x)
Disclaimer

Disclaimer: Example photos are used to highlight what each film camera looks like. Cosmetic conditions may vary from what is shown above depending on which grade you purchase. Please refer to our 'Condition' dropdown box or our 'Grading Scale' page for more clarity on the overall condition of each film camera. An example sample photo is used to highlight the type of photography this camera can produce. PHOTOGRAPHER: fkj98

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