Minolta X-300 S
The Minolta X-300 S is a 35mm SLR from Minolta's manual-focus X-series, aimed at the entry-level end of the market when introduced in the 1980s. It uses the Minolta SR (MD/MC) bayonet mount and offers aperture-priority and manual exposure modes typical of the line.
Sales data is thin: a single UK auction hammer result from September 2025 sold for £50, which is the only data point available today and sits at the budget end of 1980s Minolta SLR values. With just one record, it is difficult to state a reliable range or median for what an X-300 S is worth, and saleroom prices (wholesale, before commission) will vary with condition, completeness and whether a working lens is included.
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: September 2025
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| Sep 2025 | £50 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 392) Title: A Minolta X-300s SLR Camera
Description:
A Minolta X-300s SLR Camera, shutter working, meter responsive, self timer working, body G-VG, with Heine Dermaphot clinical lens, untested, VG, in |
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| Sep 1999 | £115 | Christie's | |
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Auction: Cameras and Optical Toys (Lot 175) Title: Minolta X-300S no. 55008864
Description:
Minolta X-300S no. 55008864 Estimate: £80 - £100 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Minolta X-300 S worth today?
Based on the limited UK auction data available, a recent example sold for around £50 at hammer, though with only one data point the true market value could sit higher or lower depending on condition.
How much does a Minolta X-300 S sell for at auction?
The single recorded UK auction sale closed at £50 in September 2025; this is a wholesale hammer price and excludes buyer's and seller's commission.
Is the Minolta X-300 S a good buy at this price?
At around £50 it is priced as a usable entry-level 35mm SLR body, but the value depends heavily on a working shutter and meter, so always test before buying.