Minolta Dynax 8000i
The Minolta Dynax 8000i is a 35mm autofocus SLR introduced in 1989 as part of Minolta's i-series, sitting at the top of that generation's Dynax line (sold as Maxxum in North America and Alpha in Japan). It uses the Minolta A-mount and was positioned as an enthusiast/advanced amateur body when new.
Sales data for the Dynax 8000i is very thin: a single UK auction hammer result from August 2022 saw a body sell for £44, so any sense of what a 8000i is worth today rests on that one wholesale-level data point rather than a meaningful spread. With only one record, no reliable median or range can be quoted, and condition, completeness and inclusion of a working lens are likely to swing the price materially.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
Prices updated: August 2022
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| Aug 2022 | £44 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: The Collectors Sale (Lot 605) Title: A Minolta Dynax 8000i 35mm SLR Outfit
Description:
body G, shutter working, AF working, to include a Minolta AF 35-80mm f/4-5.6, a Minolta AF 70-210mm f/3.5-4.5, also with a Sigma 100-200mm f/4.5 lens, (Qty: 1) |
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| Mar 2003 | £329 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS AND PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT (Lot 180) Title: Minolta Dynax 8000i no. 20230259
Description:
Minolta Dynax 8000i no. 20230259 Estimate: £250 - £350 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Minolta Dynax 8000i worth today?
Evidence is limited to one UK auction hammer price of £44 in 2022, so a realistic value in 2026 is best confirmed against current listings rather than a published median.
How much does a Minolta Dynax 8000i sell for at UK auction?
The only recorded saleroom result we have is £44 hammer, which suggests the model trades at the low end of the 35mm AF SLR market rather than at collector prices.
Is the Dynax 8000i the same camera as the Maxxum 8000i?
Yes — Minolta sold the same i-series body as the Dynax 8000i in Europe and the Maxxum 8000i in North America, and lenses are interchangeable on the A-mount.