Minolta AF (autofocus) lenses, from the 7000/Maxxum/Dynax series of film SLR cameras onwards, also fit Minolta digital SLRs - the lens mount is the same. (Note that earlier MC and MD manual focus Minolta...
Yes, it's ok. Small, light and with decent enough lenses. However, it really is a camera for the complete beginner. If you must have an aperture priority only SLR (and as far as I'm concerned, it is A... read full review
An F3 without the weight - not quite as rugged, though since I'm trudging urban streets and not in SE Asia, it'll cope. Does just what you want, and well. Might just be worth considering a Minolta XE ... read full review