The Minolta SR-T 101 with the Minolta Auto Bellows I is a classic setup for macro photography. The bellows is placed between the camera and the lens, allowing the camera to focus very close and capture small subjects at life size or larger. The Auto Bellows I supports Minolta’s automatic aperture system. This means the lens stays fully open while focusing and only closes when the photo is taken. This gives a bright viewfinder and accurate focus, even with less light. The bellows is mounted on a macro rail, so the distance to the subject can be adjusted very precisely. This setup was often used to photograph small objects, coins, stamps, and to copy slides and negatives. Together, this fully manual and analog system encourages careful working and attention, showing the true character of analog photography. #Minolta #MinoltaSRT101 #AutoBellowsI #AnalogPhotography #FilmPhotography #35mmFilm #MacroPhotography #VintageCamera #ManualFocus #MechanicalCamera #ClassicCameras #PhotographicHistory #AnalogProcess #MacroSetup

Photographer:

rvanstormbroek

Uploaded:

2026-01-03

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Camera:

Minolta SR-T 101 with the Minolta Auto Bellows I

Film:

Fomapan 100

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Minolta SR-T 101 with the Minolta Auto Bellows I

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