Minolta Freedom Zoom 160 $34.80
What's included:
- Minolta Freedom Zoom 160
- Wrist strap
A tiny powerhouse of a 35 mm point-and-shoot, the Minolta Freedom Zoom 160 (also known as Riva Zoom 160) impressed me after shooting five rolls—no light leaks, sharp exposures, and reliable autofocus.
Condition & Performance
This camera is used and tested—I’ve shot five rolls with it successfully, no light leaks or malfunctions. It looks in good working order with typical minor wear. The lens curtain is slightly damaged, but does not affect the lens or use.
Key Features
- 37.5 mm to 160 mm zoom (≈4.3× zoom); aperture ranges from f/5.4 at 37.5 mm to f/12.4 at 160 mm.
- Advanced autofocus system: Area AF automatically detects human subjects, plus Spot AF and Target AF tracking—rare in early‑2000s film compacts. Find the focused area in the viewfinder via bright red framing lines.
- 125-segment metering with eye-start automation ensures accurate exposure—even in backlit or tricky lighting.
- Shutter speeds from 10 s to 1/500 s, fill‑flash, red‑eye reduction, self-timer, continuous shooting (~1 frame/2.2 s).
- Lightweight and pocketable—about 195–225 g, compact dimensions (~4.4 × 2.4 × 1.8″).
User Experience
- Despite the small size, the metal/aluminum body feels sturdy and luxurious. Controls are logical, with quiet mechanisms and satisfying tactile feedback.
- Viewfinder displays autofocus targets via red LED overlays—innovative for its era—and parallax correction lines when shooting close.
- Zoom is smooth and quiet; autofocus is quick and intuitive. Image sharpness is excellent at short focal lengths, with mild softness at 160 mm.
Best Suited For
- Photographers seeking a sleek, pocketable super-zoom that’s advanced yet effortless.
- Film lovers impressed by smart autofocus and dependable metering in a compact film camera.
- Anyone who tested the camera wants something that “just works” and delivers consistently good shots.
Ready To Use
Load your favorite 35 mm film (ISO 25–3200), insert a CR123A battery, and this little performer is street-ready. Perfect if you want an all‑automatic camera that delivers sharp, well‑exposed photos every time.
Photos
