Up for sale is a vintage Minolta Auto-Spot 1° Exposure Light Meter in confirmed working condition. This iconic piece of engineering isn't just a phenomenal tool for film photographers—it holds a legendary place in space exploration history! This is a highly sought-after, precision analog tool for film photographers looking for tight, accurate spot metering.
The Apollo 11 Space Connection:
This exact model was chosen by NASA In the late 1960s. NASA commissioned a modified version of the Minolta Auto-Spot 1° for the Apollo missions. Astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin carried a modified version of this very meter to the lunar surface during the historic Apollo 11 moon landing to calculate their camera exposures. An original Apollo 11 Minolta meter is currently preserved in the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum!
Key Details & Functionality:
- Tested & Working: The internal motor whirs smoothly, and the exposure scales rotate correctly when activated.
- Battery Check Functioning: The battery check button successfully powers the system and registers power cleanly.
- Cosmetic Condition: Good vintage condition with light, normal signs of use from age (see photos for exact cosmetic details).
- Battery Compartment: Clean battery contacts with no major structural corrosion. (Battery not included)
- Includes: Original Minolta protective lens cap.
Item will be carefully wrapped and packed securely to protect the vintage motorized mechanics during transit. Fast shipping! Feel free to reach out with any questions.