Minolta · Point & Shoot
Minolta Hi-Matic AF2
One of the first autofocus compacts, with a nice 38mm f/2.8 lens — and still one of the cheapest ways into film.
~$40–100 typical used price · updated 2026-09-23
01Quick character
Editorial guidance, not lab measurements — examples vary, and film & processing change the result.
02Best for
Use cases: Everyday · Parties · Travel
Control: Point and shoot
Beginner friendly: 5/5
Portability: 4/5
What it feels like
A point & shoot with autofocus focusing and automatic exposure — One of the first autofocus compacts, with a nice 38mm f/2.8 lens — and still one of the cheapest ways into film.
03Key specifications
| Format | 35mm |
| Camera type | Point & Shoot |
| Lens | 38mm f/2.8 |
| Focusing | Autofocus |
| Exposure | Automatic |
| Flash | Built-in |
| Production | 1979–1983 |
Known buying issues
- Autofocus can drift out of calibration
- Flash may not fire
- Meter can be fooled by backlight
04Used buying checklist
- Test AF accuracy on a close object
- Check flash fires
- Look for sticky buttons
When possible, test a camera before buying — or buy from sellers with real return policies.
05Film pairings
Recommendations, not guarantees — exposure, processing and scanning change the final look.
Kodak Gold 200
Warm snapshots that hide the AF2's vintage character well.
Kodak Ultramax 400
Party-friendly speed with the built-in flash.
06Current price options
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