The XG-A, like the other X-series cameras, uses the older Minolta SR lens mount. You're pretty much limited to the SR- and X-series cameras. They will NOT fit the newer Maxxum bodies, for example, which use the newer Minolta AF lens mount.
SOURCE: Strange Foggy line across view finder of Minolta XG-A
sounds like liquid damage. take the bottom cover off and see if there is any rust or corrosion. if all is ok and the camera is working, don't worry about it. it has no effect on print quality.
now if you find rust or corrosion your camera is about to become a fancy paper weight. not repairable economically.
SOURCE: How do I change film in my Minolta xg-a camera ?
first push in the rewind button on bottom of camera, then turn the rewind knob to the right to rewind any film that's in the camera. then pull up on the rewind knob to open the back cover.
SOURCE: My camera will not advance to the next frame and
Hello. Sounds like the camera needs new batteries.
SOURCE: Have multiple Minolta X-700 bodies, the 400mm
If your other lenses lock on to all of the bodies, then it is quite likely that the notch on the mount edge of the 400mm is worn. The notch is located about 90 degrees clockwise from the red marker dot on the lens barrel. I doubt if there are new replacement mounts for that lens. You may be able to square up the edges of the notch with a small file.
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