Minolta XG-1
The Minolta XG-1 is a 35mm film SLR introduced at the end of the 1970s as an entry-level model in Minolta's XG line. It was positioned below the XG-9 and XG-M as an affordable aperture-priority automatic body aimed at amateur photographers.
At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the XG-1 have been modest, with sales recorded at £19 and £32, so today the camera typically sells for under £35 at saleroom level. These wholesale results show the XG-1 sits at the low end of the Minolta manual-focus market, and value is highly condition-sensitive given the small sample of sales.
Sales History
Prices shown are realised prices — auction results and completed eBay sales, never asking prices. Most saleroom figures are hammer prices, before commission; some houses publish a premium-inclusive figure, and we do not adjust for condition. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher. How this figure is calculated.
Prices updated: August 2026
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| Aug 2026 | £19 | £19 | 🇬🇧 eBay | |
Title: Minolta XG-1 35mm Film SLR Camera Body MD Mount Vintage Camera With Strap
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Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Minolta XG-1 35mm Film SLR Camera Body MD Mount Vintage Camera With Strap at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products! Location: Hook, United Kingdom |
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| Aug 2026 | £19 | £19 | 🇬🇧 eBay | |
Title: Minolta XG-1 35mm Film SLR Camera Body MD Mount Vintage Camera With Strap
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Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Minolta XG-1 35mm Film SLR Camera Body MD Mount Vintage Camera With Strap at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products! Location: Hook, United Kingdom |
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| Aug 2026 | USD 63 | £47 | 🇺🇸 eBay | |
Title: Minolta XG 1 35mm SLR Film Camera with MD Rokkor-X 45mm f/2 Lens Silver Black
Description:
Tested and works great! No batteries included. I'd replace the light seal in the film door hinge. Minolta XG 1 35mm SLR film camera comes paired with a high-quality MD Rokkor-X 45mm f/2 pancake lens. This classic silver and black manual focus setup is ideal for street photography and everyday use due to its compact profile. The camera features an electronic focal plane shutter, aperture-priority auto-exposure, and a clear viewfinder with LED indicators. The lens is known for its sharpness and lightweight design, making it a favorite among vintage film enthusiasts. Includes a neck strap for convenient carrying. Location: Buckeye, Arizona, United States |
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| Aug 2026 | USD 133 | £99 | 🇺🇸 eBay | |
Title: Minolta XG-1 35mm Film Camera w/ fast 50mm F2.0 Lens Tested Working VG Cond KE#1
Description:
In very good condition. Winder winds, Shutter fires on all speeds selected. Film counter works, ASA dial adjusts. Optically in very good condition, there is no fungus, no haze, no scratches. Focus and aperture works. Location: Clifton Hill, Victoria, Australia |
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| Aug 2026 | USD 63 | £47 | 🇺🇸 eBay | |
Title: Minolta XG 1 35mm SLR Film Camera with MD Rokkor-X 45mm f/2 Lens Silver Black
Description:
Tested and works great! No batteries included. I'd replace the light seal in the film door hinge. Minolta XG 1 35mm SLR film camera comes paired with a high-quality MD Rokkor-X 45mm f/2 pancake lens. This classic silver and black manual focus setup is ideal for street photography and everyday use due to its compact profile. The camera features an electronic focal plane shutter, aperture-priority auto-exposure, and a clear viewfinder with LED indicators. The lens is known for its sharpness and lightweight design, making it a favorite among vintage film enthusiasts. Includes a neck strap for convenient carrying. Location: Buckeye, Arizona, United States |
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| Aug 2026 | USD 133 | £99 | 🇺🇸 eBay | |
Title: Minolta XG-1 35mm Film Camera w/ fast 50mm F2.0 Lens Tested Working VG Cond KE#1
Description:
In very good condition. Winder winds, Shutter fires on all speeds selected. Film counter works, ASA dial adjusts. Optically in very good condition, there is no fungus, no haze, no scratches. Focus and aperture works. Location: Clifton Hill, Victoria, Australia |
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| Aug 2026 | USD 15 | £11 | 🇺🇸 eBay | |
Title: Minolta XG-1 35mm SLR Film Camera Body Only Black Silver *SHUTTER FIRES* UNT
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Shutter fires, not film tested. Pics of actual body. No cap. Location: Tucson, Arizona, United States |
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| Aug 2026 | USD 60 | £45 | 🇺🇸 eBay | |
Title: Minolta XG-1 35mm SLR Film Camera with MD Rokkor-X 45mm f/2 Lens Tested Working
Description:
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Minolta XG-1 35mm SLR Film Camera with MD Rokkor-X 45mm f/2 Lens Tested Working at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products! Location: Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, United States |
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| Aug 2026 | USD 15 | £11 | 🇺🇸 eBay | |
Title: Minolta XG-1 35mm SLR Film Camera Body Only Black Silver *SHUTTER FIRES* UNT
Description:
Shutter fires, not film tested. Pics of actual body. No cap. Location: Tucson, Arizona, United States |
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| Aug 2026 | USD 60 | £45 | 🇺🇸 eBay | |
Title: Minolta XG-1 35mm SLR Film Camera with MD Rokkor-X 45mm f/2 Lens Tested Working
Description:
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Minolta XG-1 35mm SLR Film Camera with MD Rokkor-X 45mm f/2 Lens Tested Working at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products! Location: Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, United States |
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| Jul 2026 | EUR 22 | £19 | 🇪🇺 eBay | |
Title: Minolta XG-1 35mm Film Camera Body with Minolta MD 50mm 1:2 Ø 49mm (155110)
Description:
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Minolta XG-1 Kleinbildkamera Body mit Minolta MD 50 mm 1:2 Ø 49 mm (155110) at the best online prices at eBay UK! Free delivery for many products! Location: Wesel, Germany |
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| Jul 2026 | EUR 132 | £113 | 🇪🇺 eBay | |
Title: Minolta XG-1 with MC Rokkor 1.7/50 mm, with 1-year warranty
Description:
Die Rückwanddichtungen und der Spiegelanschlag sind einwandfrei erhalten. Es gibt nur sehr geringe Gebrauchsspuren. Das Objektiv ist ebenfalls sehr gut erhalten und voll funktionstüchtig. Die Linsen sind sauber und kratzerfrei. Location: Schkeuditz, Germany |
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| Jul 2026 | £12 | £12 | 🇬🇧 eBay | |
Title: Minolta XG-1 35mm Film SLR Camera Working.
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Priced cheaply as viewfinder has a dark mark across the centre. Scruffy condition Vivitar 75-205mm zoom. The Minolta XG-1 35mm Film SLR Camera is a vintage piece from the 1980s, manufactured in Japan. This manual focus camera, part of the Minolta X series, offers a built-in light meter and comes in a classic black and silver colour scheme. Ideal for film photography enthusiasts, this unit provides a nostalgic and reliable option for capturing moments with a touch of retro charm. Location: Guildford, United Kingdom |
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| Jul 2025 | £19 | £15 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 31) Title: A Minolta XG-1 35mm SLR Camera Outfit
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comprising the XG-1, silver, body G-VG, shutter works, meter responds, with a MC Rokkor-PG f/1.4 50mm lens, barrel G, optics G, a Tokina 35-70mm, |
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| Aug 2022 | £32 | £32 | 🇬🇧 Harper Field Auctions | |
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Auction: Buying & Selling (Lot 306) Title: Minolta XGI 35cc SLR camera with 50mm 1:2 Minolta and 70-210m 1:4-5.6 Tokina lenses together with
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Minolta XGI 35cc SLR camera with 50mm 1:2 Minolta and 70-210m 1:4-5.6 Tokina lenses together with |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Minolta XG-1 worth today?
Based on UK auction hammer results, an XG-1 body is generally worth between about £19 and £32, with clean working examples reaching the upper end of that range.
How much does a Minolta XG-1 sell for at auction?
Recent UK auction hammer prices for the XG-1 sit at around £19 to £32, reflecting its entry-level positioning and the limited number of recorded sales.
Is the Minolta XG-1 a good value used film SLR?
At a typical price under £35 it is one of the cheaper routes into the Minolta SR-mount system, though buyers should budget for a CLA or new light seals as the electronics and foam are now decades old.