Vintage Minolta camera on a white background
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Vintage Minolta camera on a white background
Person looking away from a decorative gold-framed mirror.
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Minolta Panorama Zoom 135 35mm Point-and-Shoot Film Camera

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By The 35mm Club
$169.95 AUD $200.00

Perfect for:

  • First-time 35mm film shooters

  • Everyday photo walks and travel memories

  • Simple yet capable vintage camera shooting

Looking for a friendly, flexible 35mm film camera that’s easy to use but still fun to shoot? The Minolta Panorama Zoom 135 (also sold as the Minolta Riva Zoom 135EX and Minolta Freedom Zoom 135EX) is a classic Japanese-built point-and-shoot from the ’90s. Packed with an expandable zoom range and a nostalgic panorama feature, it makes capturing everyday life and travel moments simple and satisfying.

✔ Travel-ready vintage design – Lightweight and compact, this vintage 35mm film camera is great for carrying on trips, daily street shoots, or casual weekend adventures.

✔ Twist-and-shoot versatility – With a 38–135mm zoom lens, this 35mm camera handles everything from casual portraits to distant landscapes without fuss. You don’t need to swap lenses or worry about manual settings, just point and shoot!

✔ Auto everything – Autofocus and automatic exposure let you concentrate on your subject instead of fiddling with buttons. Ideal for beginners and anyone who just wants good results without the learning curve.

✔ Built-in flash & red-eye reduction – The camera’s flash system supports auto flash and helps keep portraits well-lit, even in lower light.

Ideal for beginners and those with some photography knowledge, the Minolta Panorama Zoom 135 offers a seamless introduction to film photography. Its automatic features, combined with a versatile zoom lens and compact design make it a reliable companion for capturing life's moments. Whether you're exploring the city, documenting travels, or experimenting with creative shots, this vintage camera delivers consistent and high-quality results.

Battery Requirement – This reusable film camera operates with 2x 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.

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: 131.5mm x 69.5mm x 61mm
  • Weight: 310g without the battery
  • Lens: 38-135mm, f/3.5- 9.2 Minolta Aspherical Lens (8 elements in 7 groups)
  • Autofocus.
  • Auto-exposure, with shutter speeds of 1/500s.
  • Auto-flash.
  • Weatherproof.
  • Power: 3v Lithium CR123A or DL123A (2x)
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: liquoriceee

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