Editorial Review

Konica Minolta's line of digital-specific lenses are here, and they offer more performance and more ease of use than ever--thanks to a design that is specifically suited to the needs of digital SLR shooters. Compatible with the Maxxum 5D and 7D cameras, DT series lenses have been developed to maximize the performance of the larger (23.5 x 15.7mm) CCDs found in these cameras. The lenses offer outstanding edge-to-edge sharpness and clarity, while offering full compatibility with the Maxxum 5D/7D anti-shake system. Plus, they support Advanced Distance Integration (ADI) for more robust flash metering.Read more

Features

• Developed specifically for the large CCDs used in Maxxum 5D/7D digital SLR cameras
• Offers outstanding edge-to-edge sharpness and clarity
• Supports Maxxum 5D/7D anti-shake system and Advanced Distance Integration (ADI)
• The 18-70mm is an all-purpose lens with a zoom range that extends from wide-angle to telephoto
• Not compatible with conventional 35mm SLR cameras

Features

• 4-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 11-by-15-inch enlargements
• Konica Minolta GT APO 12x optical zoom with CCD-shift anti-shake system; combines with 4x digital zoom for 48x total zoom
• Fastest autofocus in its class (May 2004); captures movies with sound; PictBridge compatible
• Store images on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards; 16 MB SD card included
• Powered by 4 AA-size batteries (alkaline included, rechargeable NiMH recommended)

Reviews (19)

Better than its peers
one word to describe this camera would be "QUICK" startup. battery life is excellent. LCD(not optical) viewfinder is a cool addition. though autofocus is a little slow under high zoom, i like the other features. simplicity is what you will find when you operate the software. it is a very good buy compared to similar cameras with 12x zoom with Anti-Shake. 4MP is a little low for big natural scenaries, but it suits me just fine. i shall always recommend this camera for beginners and intermediate photographers.

Consider another brand
I have owned this camera for 16 months. I'd guess I am an average user in respect to how often I use the camera. I have taken extremely good care of it. Not a single mark on it. One day it just stopped working. Wouldn't turn on. It's currently at Minolta to be fixed to the tune of $160. Personally I find this unacceptable. My suggestion is to look at other brands.

Too many bugs!
The biggest problem with this camera is the focusing apparatus...much too sensitive and frequently does not work.The pictures are never as clear as my SLR Canon and I shall go back to that.The viewer is entirely too small and difficult to see whether the clarity is truly there.The wide angle adaptor lens is also not productive.Especially annoying with the camera is with a small group of people at relatively same range of distance......most of them are out of focus (and, yes, I did focus on the one at mid-range.The company at 47th street disregarded my request for a new operator's manual and suggested I get one through Google......fine, but I couldn't download it onto a disc with my limited features on my computer!Writing to Konika Minolta in New Jersey over three months ago brought no satisfaction from them, either.Incidentally, I misplaced the operator's manual while returning from a painting trip to Florence, Italy the early part of October 2005.Nothing but frustration with this Konika Minolta and the representatives! ... Read more

Features

• 8-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16 x 22-inch photos
• 3x optical zoom with Anti-Shake technology; 2.5-inch LCD
• Multifunction cradle included
• Records high-resolution VGA movie clips enhanced with Anti-Shake
• Powered by lithium ion battery (included); stores images on SD cards (not included)

Reviews (28)

Surprisingly good!
This camera replaces a wonderful but bulky Cannon 4MP.While on a trip to Japan, I realized I should've packed my little brick of a camera.I decided to go price some of the cameras there, expecting their usually expensive prices.I found this one for $170 (a favorable Yen rate helped).I bought it, and the clerk was nice enough to change the menu language to English.The book, however, is in Japanese.I set out to get some shots, day and night.The instant preview was useful since I was able to adjust settings and retake to see the difference (you can zoom on the preview screen).I had a 1 gig SD card in my PDA which is now in the camera.At first it did not read it, but after a couple of format trial and errors, I got it to work perfectly.At the highest setting, and taking some movies, it proved to be enough for lots of pictures.I'm grateful for the reviewers who mentioned the ISO setting recommendation:I'll try that.I found the controls and menus sufficent for taking great pictures without the benefit of the manual.I will download the english version at the earliest opportunity, though.Don't you just love the internet?????
Great camera....awesome photos!!
I love this camera. I get great pictures in all kinds of light, indoors or outdoors, flash or no flash. The pics are crisp and capture every detail (even stuff you don't know you're shooting!). I've had professional quality results when taking portraits. The LCD screen is a good size and the photo options are alot of fun. Even the video feature is pretty good, with a better than expected mic range. I reccomend this camera every chance I get!

Forget reviews all over the net, its a wonderful camera!!!!!!
After going thru many sites to get some input on the Minolta Dimaage X1, I was shocked, never have I seen such terrible reviews,
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Editorial Review

One of Minolta's claims to fame is that they introduced to the world, back in 1985, the very first autofocusing (AF) 35mm SLR ever produced: the Maxxum 7000. The Maxxum 7 is the fifth-generation version of that original Minolta AF SLR, combining recent advances in lens design, light metering, exposure systems, and focusing automation with an ease of operation that offers photographers tremendous precision and versatility in the field.Read more

Features

• Eye-start automatic focus, 22.5-millimeter eye relief
• Multifunction LCD data screen
• LCD navigation panel
• Film chamber lock
• Minolta A-type bayonet mount

Reviews (10)

One of the best cameras PERIOD
This is by far the best camera I have ever owned in my life, be it point and shoot, film or digital.I'm in the Marine Corps and took this camera with me in Iraq and countless other places and it went through some of the most extreme weather imaginable and kept on working.The camera is not labeled as splash-proof, but it should be -- I accidentally dropped this camera in a puddle of water and pulled it out and it was still working.I never had it fail on me one time.The LCD display on the back is huge and amazingly informative.The backlight on the LCD is very handy as well.The autofocus is also amazingly fast and accurate.It's a professional quality camera with beginner level accessibility.

Intuitive Controls so you can use all the Technology
This is an excellent contemporary high-tech camera.I tend to shoot in aperature controlled mode, and it is very easy to change aperatures, to bracket exposures so you get three to seven shots in rapid fire with slightly different settings, and to see differing depths of field.Depending on the lens, it can also be relatively easy to modify the auto focus (so, for example, you move the center of the focus in front of or behind your subject to get the right part of the scene in focus), but note that some lenses will clutch and not be able to be hand-manipulated, leading to a need to switch to manual focus with those lenses in some cases. the best
The best autofocus period. Out performs nikon & canon. Can focus in near darkness. It really performs better than expected. I like the information lcd on the back. I like it better than the F100. Judging from what I have experienced it should be very dependable. ... Read more

Editorial Review

A close cousin of the Dimage A2, Konica Minolta's SLR-style Dimage A200 offers a smaller, more rounded body design and is lighter by 2.1 ounces. But it's packed full of powerful features that will be appreciated by a wide range of photographers, from professional to advanced amateur. In addition to its 8-megapixel resolution and 7x optical zoom, the Dimage A200 features a movie mode with 800 x 600-pixel resolution, 1.8-inch flip-out LCD monitor, and Minolta's anti-shake technology to keep things smooth. Read more

Features

• 8-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 16-by-22-inch enlargements
• Konica Minolta 7X optical zoom GT lens combines with a 2x digital zoom and 4x interpolated digital zoom
• Anti-shake feature for smooth photographic close-ups; flip-out, tilting 1.8-inch LCD
• Store images on type I or II Compact Flash memory cards or Microdrive; connects to PC via USB 2.0
• Powered by 1 NP-800 Lithium-ion battery

Reviews (25)

Good camera -- bad warrenty
I've been using Minolta equipment of some sort for over 20 years now.Had a 7Hi which is a good camera but this a200 is even better.8 Mega pixels is way better than 5.1 -- the movie options are better (800x600) -- the anti-shake feature is a lot better than the 7Hi.Limitations however are as others describe--battery is difficult to find, if you use the RAW format (which why would you NOT use the maximum capacity of the camera) it becomes a storage hog.I routinely convert the RAW file to TIFF to use with iPhoto and suddenly a 11 MB file jumps to over 45!Ouch!
Great camera
I have travelled to Europe twice and counted on this camera to bring back great shots, and I haven't been disappointed. Added the wide angle lens and it has been outstanding.
One year later, what do I think?
I reviewed my a200 last summer, I thought it would be interesting to note how I feel about the camera now.
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Features

• 35mm SLR camera with 28 to 100mm zoom lens
• Fast, precise focusing with 9-point AF sensor system
• Advanced AF focus-point indication accurately tracks moving subjects
• High-grade body construction for balanced, responsive handling
• Powerful built-in flash (GN52.5 in feet) for worry-free low-light shooting

Reviews (7)

AwesomeCamera for Price!
This camera is light, easy to use yet feature rich. I compared it to digital (still to expensive for comparable resolution to 35mm film) and other SLR cameras. The auto focus is fast and reliable, although in low light it strobes its built in flash to assist with focusing. The built in flash is fairly powerful and convenient because it is always available. The complex metering system has handled difficult lighting situations well.
Camera good
The camera has been fantastic!It works marvelously, and the zoom lenses are amazing.
Judge the camera for what it is - and READ THE MANUAL!
First, I would like to comment on previous reviews:
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Features

• 5 MP CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 17-inch prints
• 8x optical zoom; fast start-up time of .5 second
• Rapid AF focuses in approximately 0.3 second in wide angle and telephoto modes
• 1.5-inch LCD; macro mode for shooting subjects from as close as 1 centimeter away
• Stores images on SD cards; powered by 4 AA batteries (alkaline or Ni-MH)

Reviews (5)

WOW!!LOVE THIS CAMERA
I bought this refubished from a dealer here and I feel like I took advantage of Amazon.This is a great camera with amazing control and it is easy to use.I would not recommend it to a novice photographer but if you love to plow through menus to get the results you want this is the camera for you.It also starts up very quickly and sips battery power.I took at least 300-400 photos on my first set of batteries.Buy it and love it.

User friendly!
I was looking for something to replace my Sony Cybershot and had my eye on this model for some time. While picking up pictures at my local Sam Walton's, I found this one reduced to 199.00 and bought it.It takes incredible pictures and it's very comfortable to use, even those "can you take one of us" to a stranger comes out great. The flash is simple and you can zoom and snap with one hand at the same time.There are two drawbacks in my opinion, the lens cap is not attached and it seems to eat batteries.I quickly switched to rechargeables and have since found that by not using the LCD display all the time and switching to rechargeables eliminates that aspect of it. It's not a mini, you definitely know that it's dangling from your neck but none of these would keep me from making this purchase again. I highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a good quality camera.

User Friendly camera
Love this camera.takes excellent pictures, great clarity.Easy to use, lots of options, nice size/shape, easy to handle.the only bad thing is that the lens cap is not attached, so you have to be careful you don't loose it! ... Read more

Editorial Review

With an amazingly fast start-up time of just 0.7 seconds, the Minolta Dimage G400 is ready when you are to capture life's most precious memories. The compact and stylish G400 also features an all-metal case, a 4.2-megapixel resolution, 3x optical zoom lens, movie mode with audio, and compatibility with both SD memory cards and Memory Sticks. Read more

Features

• 3x optical zoom GT Hexanon zoom lens; 2x digital zoom; macro mode
• .7-second start-up time and .2-second response time; Movie mode with audio; Super Continuous Advance mode
• Dual memory card slots support both SD and MemoryStick cards; 16 MB SD card included
• Powered by an NP-600 lithium-ion battery (charger included)
• Remanufactured to "like-new" condition.90 Day Warranty.

Reviews (1)

Very nice camera
I LOVED this camera and had never used anything but Sony before.It has lasted me 2 years with NO problems whatsoever.I am looking to upgrade to the same model (more megapixels now) but this camera is still awesome! Very easy to use too! ... Read more

Features

• 5-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 17-inch prints
• 3x optical zoom; folded optics technology provides a full-flat, non-protruding zoom lens
• 2.5-inch anti-reflective LCD display
• Fast 0.5-second startup time; 0.08-second shutter-release time lag
• Stores images on SD memory cards; includes 15MB of internal memory; powered by rechargeable Li-ion battery (battery and charger included)

Reviews (13)

Point and shoot at its purest
After some researched, I brought the Kinica Minolta X60 to served as my backup to my Canon S2 IS. X60 is a small, slim and lightweight camera that is perfect for a quick photo almost anywhere because you can stick this camera almost anywhere on you.
THE PERFECT COMPACT CAMERA
I researched extensively before I purchased this camera.I read every professional and customer review I could.I compared features, sizes, prices, ratings, everything.I checked out the cameras in stores and online.Based on all of that info I finally decided on the Konica Minolta X60 5MP.After using the camera on an almost daily basis for several months now I am happy to say that I made the right choice.
Fragile LCD...Terrible customer service
I did a fair amount of research before purchasing the Dimage x60. As far as form factor, I like it. The picture quality is good.
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Editorial Review

The Minolta Maxxum QTsi is the easiest-to-use single-lens reflex camera in Minolta's Maxxum product line. It handles and operates similarly to a fully automatic point-and-shoot camera, but provides the picture quality and system flexibility that only an SLR camera can offer. It is a camera you can grow with by adding lenses, flash units, and accessories.Read more

Features

• Easy-to-use single-lens reflex camera
• Includes detachable 35-80mm zoom lens
• Automatic pop-up flash with 4 modes
• Programmed autoexposure plus 5 preset exposure modes
• Automatic or manual focus for new and skilled photographers alike

Reviews (37)

Best Camera For Beginners
I used this camera for my photography classes in high school and college. I was afraid that this camera wasn't as good as the one priced more. I love this camera. It goes everywhere with me. The pictures are amazing, and you can buy tons of lenses for this camera. I will tell you, out of all the camera's that I own, and have used, this is my favorite.

Wonderful Camera
Since I am married to the military, I travel a lot to different countries.This camera is perfect, whether I am taking pictures of Mt. Fuji or my newborn, this camera always delivers great results.The auto focus is slow at times, but you can override that and manually focus on the object.

GREAT for beginning photography enthusiasts!
I started using the QTsi two years ago and I've NEVER used anything else since then (my fully automatic Olympus has been permanently retired from my usage).Read more

Subjects:  1. Cameras    2. Single Lens Reflex    3. QT si   

Features

• 5-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 13-by-17-inch enlargements
• 2.8x optical zoom lens combines with 4.3x digital zoom for 12x total zoom
• .5-second start-up time; 2-inch LCD monitor; PictBridge compatible
• Store images on Secure Digital (SD) memory cards; 16 MB SD card included
• Powered by rechargeable lithium-ion battery (included with charger)

Reviews (27)

Better than you might think for it's intended purpose
I have read a few bad reviews for the X50, but most of them point out that they bought lemons. I think this has to do with the camera's size and intrinsic frailness if it is not assembled right. So, be sure you buy it someplace that will replace it or refund your money, so you will have recourse if you have this experience.
Excellent camera for the price
I spent almost 2 months searching the internet for a camera, when a friend recommened Konica Minolta. They had previously bought another model and loved it. I looked on the Minolta sight and saw this camera. However, I looked at the price range, and it was very far out of my budget. This seemed like the ideal camera for me, except for the price. It was small and very travel-friendly. I scanned ebay, and I found a great deal, for $100, new! I was delighted, and when it came, I tested it out, and it was perfect. I love this camera because of the size, the picture quality, and it's EXCELLET super macro mode. I had high expectations, and it met all of them. The only reason that I didn't give it a 5 star rating is because the internal optical zoom is a bit loud, and the battery life is questionable. But so far this has been a great camera for a beginner, like me, and I highly recommend it. If you are thinking of buying this camera, I would recommend you by a protective case for traveling and a screen protector.

To unpredictable, fragile and unreliable for the money
I bought this camera because of the size, the "decent" zoom and mostly the 5.0 megaPix, but I was very disappointed in to time. The reason I say unpredictable, because when it comes to taking pictures with the zoom and or the flash feature, you never know what you will get. I'm a modest with digital cameras and photography but still, when I use the zoom, 8 out of 10 pics come out so extremely fuzzy I end up deleting them. This goes for the so call "macro" feature as well, which was the main reason I needed the camera in the first place. The flash is so unreliable even in the proper background. I waste to much precious time trying to fiddle and view the pic in the display, praying its ok, due to the lousy focus lens. This brings me to say, I also think the response time is to slow when trying to get a good shots. You would think for all the features the camera offers the response would be a little faster. I think partly because it has such a poor focus lens that it takes precious time trying to focus, by the time it "clicks" it's too late and yet it still comes out fuzzy.
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Editorial Review

Outstanding Digital Performance in a Compact Camera Design The DiMAGE G600 provides exceptional image quality and high-speed response via a 6-megapixel CCD, 3X GT Hexanon zoom lens, and A*IPS electronics. This stylish looking digital camera will appeal instantly to digital photo enthusiasts who demand high-quality images for business or personal use. The G600 will also grab the attention of advanced compact zoom camera fans with its traditional 35mm camera-like design and versatile feature selection. High Definition, 6-Megapixel CCD The DiMAGE G600's 6 megapixel CCD delivers high resolution and outstanding image quality that is truly amazing for such a compact camera. The G600 captures images with sharpness and detail not possible with today's 2 - 5 megapixel cameras, and is powerful enough to reproduce extremely fine details and deliver stunning results even with prints larger than A3 size (18 x 14 in.) at 150 dpi. Read more

Features

• 6-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 14-by-19-inch enlargements
• 3x optical GT Hexanon zoom lens
• 1.3-second start-up time; capture movie clips up to 30 seconds with audio; PictBridge support
• Store images on Memory Stick or Secure Digital (SD) memory cards; 16 MB SD card included
• Powered by rechargeable lithium-ion battery NP-600 (included with charger)

Features

• PictBridge Compatibility - SD (Secure Digital) Memory Cards / MultiMediaCards Memory Stick / Memory Stick Pro
• Dual Slots for Memory Cards
• 5.0 Megapixel CCD
• Fast Startup
• Stylish, Slim Body

Features

• 4-megapixel digital camera with enough detail to create photo-quality 10-by-14-inch enlargements
• GT APO 12x optical zoom lens with CCD-shift anti-shake system; 4x digital zoom creates 48x total zoom
• Fastest autofocus system in its class as of May 2004; captures movies with sound; PictBridge-compatible
• Includes 16 MB Secure Digital memory card; measures 4.3 x 3.1 x 3.3 inches (W x H x D)
• Remanufactured to like-new condition; 90-day end-user warranty through Benji Electronics

Editorial Review

The Minolta Maxxum STsi Panorama Date kit includes the compact, lightweight Minolta Maxxum STsi single-lens reflex camera that is equipped with panoramic shooting mode, date imprinting, and a host of accessories such as a detachable 35-80mm lens, a wide strap, and batteries. This SLR kit provides many creative options for advanced users, such as the ability to shoot double exposures, but it is designed with a user-friendly format so that even novice photographers can enjoy using it.Read more

Features

• Compact, lightweight single-lens reflex camera for novice and advanced users alike
• Detachable 35-80mm lens included
• Selectable autofocus or manual focus
• Through-the-lens, 8-segment honeycomb-pattern, or spot metering
• Panorama mode and date imprinting included

Reviews (34)

A great intermediate and advanced camera!
I recently purchased the STsi as a "step-up" from my QTsi (also a great camera) and I truly enjoy learning about its various special features. A great camera for the serious amateur
At first I was wary of buying a product that wasn't completely new, and for such a reasonable price. But as soon as I got the camera, I found that it was extremely easy to use, and the only a quick reading of the instructions is necessary to be able to use all of its functions. Not good for proffesional
This Camera s quiet good for learner because the feature is simple. But if you wan tot used manual shoot you will have a problem. Event it's offering the manual Aperture and Speed but it's difficult to use. The feature is close to the automatic pocket camera. The differentiation is only the lens because we can use the Minolta series of lens from 80 m to more. If you want the camera with automatic adjustment for aperture, speed and focus, and want to take a best shoot with various lenses, this is appropriate for you. But when you start using manual adjustment you will have a problem. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Camera    2. ST si   

Features

• Small, compact 35mm SLR includes 100mm autofocus zoom lens
• Multi-dimensional predictive focus control
• High-quality spherical acute matte focusing screen
• Quartz/date function adds time and date to your photos
• Compatible with Minolta's lightweight D series lenses

Features

• Compact digital camera with 8-megapixel CCD produces photo-quality 16 x 22 prints
• 3x optical zoom with anti-shake system; 2.5-inch rear LCD monitor with backlight function
• Records high-resolution VGA movie clips (640 x 480); stores images on Secure Digital cards
• Includes multifunction cradle for uploading photos or charging; 3.7 x 2.7 x 0.8 inches (W x H x D)
• Remanufactured to like-new condition; 90-day end-user warranty through Benji Electronics

Features

• 6.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
• 2.5-inch LCD; body-integral CCD-shift; comes with 18-70mm lens
• Comprehensive image adjustment and control for creative applications
• Comprehensive image adjustment and control, including zone matching, for creative imaging
• Stores images on CF or microdrive or SD cards with SD-CF1 adapter; powered by one NP-400 lithium-ion battery

Reviews (18)

Love my minolta!
I have a Dimage G400 that I carry around every day since it is so compact.It has consistently given me fabulous results and out-performed my canon SD 500 in quality. Because of this, I gave the Canon away.
An excellent DSLR
I've been using my Maxxum 5D for about a month now and could not be more impressed.It has excellent ergonomics, great features (like antishake), and of course, produces high quality images.I moved up from a Canon point and shoot and I really appreciate these features: 1) no shutter lag, 2) long battery life, 3) great low-light performance, 4) interchangeable lenses, 5) RAW format support.I am shooting only RAW these days and using Photoshop Elements 3.0 to do the conversion to JPEG.While it is true the camera will usually do a good job, with RAW you have a good chance to fix that important picture where the exposure and white balance is just wrong.
Extraordinary DSLR Camera For Wannabe Pros (or real ones)
This DSLR is as good as it gets in the "Pro-sumer" (advanced amateur...wannabe pro) category.The Konica Minolta Maxxum 5Dis as good (or better) than all the others in its class (e.g, Nikon and Canon) but comes with the anti-shake feature. It is also among the least expensive in its class.Get it while you still can.