Minolta XL 401

marketed in 1978

production: 1977-1983

silent super 8 cartridge

lens: Minolta Zoom Rokkor f: 1.2 \ F: 8.5-34 mm

zooming ratio: 4x

focusing: manual, split image, 1.2 to infinity

macro focusing: yes

zooming: auto and manual

filter size: 46 mm

viewfinder: single lens reflex with adjustable eyepiece: +1 to -4 diopters

viewfinder information: aperture scale, under and over-exposure warning signal, battery condition indicator, film transport signal

exposure: auto and manual exposure control; TTL EE, high-sensivity CdS cell

film speed: auto for 25/40, 40/64, 100/160 ASA (daylight/tungsten)

CCA filter: built-in 85 filter, with filter selector

backlight control: yes

shutter opening angle: 220 degrees, eXisting Light system

filming speed: 18 fps, single frame

interval timer: 0.5 to 60 seconds

self timer: 10 to 20 seconds

sound: no

remote control socket: yes

cable release socket: no

movie light socket: no

synchronized flash socket: yes

handle: retractable

battery check button: signal in viewfinder

film drive motor: DC micromotor

power source: 2 x AA batteries only

weight: 710 g

dimensions: 42 x 121 x 187 mm

tripod socket: 1/4"

made in Japan by Minolta

• same as Minolta XL 601, but with different lens