Minolta Capios 140 camera on a white background
Minolta Capios 140 camera on a white background

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

Grade & Condition:
By The 35mm Club
$149.95 AUD

Perfect for:

  • Newcomers to 35mm film

  • Travel, street, and everyday snapshots

  • Anyone wanting a solid all-round vintage camera with zoom

Sleek, dependable, and ready to go — the Minolta Capios 140 (also marketed as Minolta Riva Zoom 140EX or Minolta Freedom Zoom 140EX) is compact 35mm camera that combines simplicity with zoom flexibility, making it ideal for first-time users or enthusiasts seeking a no-fuss camera to explore film photography.

✔ Compact & lightweight – At approximately 132.5mm x70.5mm x 59mm and 320 g (without battery), the Capios 140 is easy to carry on your travels or daily adventures.

✔ Sharp 38–140mm zoom lens – Capture everything from wide-angle landscapes to close-up portraits with the expansive 3.7x zoom range. The f/3.5- 9.4 Minolta Aspherical Lens ensures sharp, vibrant images across all focal lengths.

✔ User-friendly Autofocus system – Choose from Area AF, Spot AF, or Target AF modes to suit your shooting style. Whether you're capturing candid street scenes or posed portraits, the autofocus system delivers precise results.

✔ Built-in flash with red-eye reduction – The Capios 140 ensures well-lit photos in low-light conditions, with the added benefit of red-eye reduction for more natural-looking photos.

Ideal for beginners and those with some photography knowledge, the Capios 140 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

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Easy Returns: Is your product not in working order? This product is backed by our 30-day warranty and is eligible to be returned. We’ve made it easy, visit our Return Policy to view our guide on how to request a return for an item.
Product Specifications
  • Dimensions: 132.5mm x 70.5mm x 59mm
  • Weight: 360g without the battery
  • Lens: 35mm, 38-140mm, f/3.5- 9.4 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: djmusician

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