Features

• Fully automatic, compact 4.7x zoom (38-180mm) 35mm camera
• Zoom-coupled smart autofocus system
• Automatic light guide zoom flash with red-eye reduction
• 6 programmed image control modes
• Kit includes wrist strap, camera case, CR2 battery, and one roll 35mm color film

Reviews (2)

Sharp Pictures
This is one of the best point&shoot camera, Auto focus works perfectly fine, it just requires little practice.
Blurry pictures
Bought this camera to have better print pictures than what I get with the digital. I've tried using it in every mode AUTO, close-up, etc. but the autofocus never works so most of the pictures come out blurry!
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Features

• Perfectly frame your subject or move in even closer with a 38-120mm zoom lens
• A rugged, splash-proof design lets you capture great pictures under almost any weather condition
• New 11-point multi-wide autofocus system recognized off-center subjects and adjusts accordingly
• Pop-up flash features red-eye reduction and auto color balancing
• Automatic features: auto film load, advance and rewind

Reviews (5)

PIECE OF JUNK!
I bought this camera recently for a party I was throwing (after my other camera died and I was in a hurry to get something else) and it was an absolute piece of JUNK!The viewfinder was totally blurry so you couldn't even focus the camera to take a picture! We tried cleaning the lenses (even though that shouldn't have been necessary, because the camera was brand new; it came like that!) but nothing worked and I finally just returned it. Also, the stupid flash pops up and sticks way out which is not a good design.Stay away from this camera and go digital!!

Great little camera, packs quite a punch
I bought the Stylus 120 right before taking a month long trip to Europe over the summer, and I have yet to see a single thing wrong with it.It takes GREAT pictures, and it is quite resilient.I dropped it a couple of times,it was constantly banged around, and yet it always functioned faithfully.The only thing that I can complain about was completly my fault: the manual focus got knocked around when I wasn't paying attention, and so a couple of pictures were out of focus.I would HIGHLY recommend this camera to both amateurs (I never even read the directions, the camera is that simple) and pros alike.

Best value in its class
I'm an experienced hobby photographer who's spent many years helping people select the best camera for their needs.Read more

Subjects:  1. Electronics    2. Cameras   

Features

• Fully automatic operation (autofocus, auto exposure, auto film load, advance and rewind)
• Selectable Quartz date offers convenient date/time imprinting on selected pictures
• All-Weather water-resistant body
• Built-in multi-mode electronic-flash
• Includes remote control

Reviews (1)

Great camera -- SLR quality photos
This is the Deluxe edition of the camera I am referring to in this review. This is a very good camera, at an affordable price, that takes excellent pictures. The reason I gave it 4 out of 5 stars is its inability to take good night pictures without using a tripod. My old Samsung had a night setting that took outstanding night pictures without a tripod. I wish I could get the same quality with this camera. Also, there isnt' a continuous shooting function or a Macro function (the specs say 2.6 ft is the closest with this camera, although, I've found out by experimenting you can get closer than that) that I had with my Samsung either. Those are the only flaws with this camera. I am still trying to master the settings, but most of my pictures come out SLR quality (primarily using ISO 800 film).
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Features

• Class V weather resistant rating
• Active infrared autofocus
• Built-in flash with red-eye reduction
• Automatic film loading, winding, and rewinding with midroll rewind
• Panoramic mode, self-timer, and date imprinting

Reviews (2)

Two Years of Excellent Pix, then it will break
I have bought two of these. The first lasted exactly two years, then stopped working. I bought another one, because the pictures it takes under almost all circumstances are fantastic. It worked for exactly two years, then ....broke! Must be planned obsolescence. Anyway, I am now shopping for a Minolta or Olympus, which hopefully will last longer. I would have given this product 5 stars for picture quality, but have deducted two because of its lack of durability.

great all conditions camera for backpackers
having taken this camera on several backpacking excursions, short andlong, i have found it to be both reliable and easy to use in just about anysituation.i have taken the 105WR through the silty waters of the Pariariver, AZ, used it in downpours, fallen in quicksand with it strapped to mypack...and it still continues to produce incredibly clear photos.however,the camera is not always color accurate due to it's focal averaging system(hence the 4 instead of 5) but for a light, DURABLE point and shoot icouldn't ask for any better. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. IQZoom    2. 105 WR, WRQD, 105WRQD, 35 mm   

Features

• 37.5 - 160mm (4.3x) power zoom lens uses high-quality aspheric optics for crisp, clear pictures with high contrast
• Sophisticated 5-point AF system analyzes the objects in the focus frames to determine the subject distance
• 3-segment metering system to ensure the optimum subject exposure under a wide variety of lighting conditions
• Versatile flash modes let you shoot in a variety of lighting situations with confidence
• Built-in quartz date back imprints the date or time right onto the photo

Reviews (6)

I LOVE this camera!!
I LOVE this camera.So much so that this is my second one.I dropped the first one on a stone floor and broke the door latch.It takes consistently GREAT pictures - I use Kodak MAX 800 speed film.People always complement the color and clarity.It's compact enough to carry in a purse or backpack. The only downside I could mention would be that you can't take pictures in rapid succession.

Beautiful!
I love my Minolta 160c. It is the best camera I have ever had. I am not a professional photographer the camera I used prior to this was a canon snappy that is 10 years old. I got this one off of ebay and I have had no problems with it at all.
It's Garbage
I don't write reviews but I want to save someone from making a BIG mistake.The first time I used this camera was in Tahiti and after two rolls of film, it broke. I took it back to Circuit City and got another.I used one roll over Christmas and took it too Egypt.This new one broke after the third roll and I haven't used it since.Who cares about the warranty?What a waste of money - I certainly don't want to have another one of these.I am now using my old reliable 10-year-old camera and am sucking up the expense.But I also don't have pictures of Tahiti and Egypt. Am I supposed to carry two cameras in case this one doesn't work?Never again Minolta will you get my money.It's not the money for the camera but the trip pictures to places I will probably never go again.Thanks for the memories - not. ... Read more

Features

• 3x zoom lens 35mm camera (equivalent to 38-115mm zoom)
• 5 programmed shooting modes
• 3-point autofocus system; built-in flash with red-eye reduction
• Date and time imprint function available; 10 second self-timer
• Kit also includes case, CR2 battery, and one 24-exposure roll of 35mm film

Reviews (1)

Okay, but not great
I purchased this camera because Canon has a good reputation with cameras.I had a Richot which I have lost and needed a new camera.The quality of the shots from the Richot seemed much clearer than those from the Canon.I find the pictures are good but not quiet as sharp as from my other cameras.I also found the manual for handling the camera to not be user friendly - which is really rare since most companies try to make it easier for the user to grasp the concept of the new camera and its features.In my eyes, the camera will do for now, but I'm not sure of how long it will be before I replace it. ... Read more

Editorial Review

One of the most compact cameras in its category, the IQZoom 170SL weighs only 7.4 ounces but combines powerful features to make it versatile for any photo situation. The 38-170mm zoom lens can magnify the image up to 4.5 times, giving you a wide range of shooting options.Read more

Features

• 35mm compact point-and-shoot
• 38-170mm 4.5x zoom lens with autofocus
• Multi-mode flash features red-eye reduction
• Automatic film loading, advance, and rewind
• Passive 5-point autofocus system

Reviews (7)

Did I get the same camera?
I was recently forced to shop for a new camera when my Vivitar PZ8000 broke down after years of clear, quality pictures.My main goal was to find a camera that could produce consistently clear pictures.Plus, it has to be simple.I don't like to spend a lot of time analyzing the light, etc.I want to be able to grab the camera, turn it on, and quickly take a picture.So when I saw the other reviews for the Pentax IQZoom 170SL, I thought I had found the camera I was looking for.Everyone raved about the clarity, the zoom and the simplicity of this camera.It seemed perfect, so I bought it. EXCELLENT POINT AND SHOOT CAMERA..
I bought this camera just in time for my son's birthday party.I don't even have to see the manual to use this camera.. it's just a breeze too operate.The camera felt just right on my hand, lightweight and just at the right size (compared with my previous Pentax IQ-200 which is too bulky and heavy looking). Takes a beating
Pentax point and shoots are extremely reliable cameras, and this one has more zoom than many SLR zoom kits come with!They are also very durable.While playing with one at the camera store that I work at, I dropped it on my foot!I picked it up, dusted it off, and still worked just fine.Just be careful not to knock into things when you have your zoom extended!Read more

Features

• Ultra-compact, fully automatic 2.8x power zoom camera
• High-quality Canon optics and 3-point smart autofocus
• Best shot dial and dioptric adjust
• Slide-out flash with red-eye reduction
• Wide variety of photo modes and manual exposure compensation

Reviews (5)

Classic Sure Shot Camera- takes out all the guesswork!
This is a camera for beginners and seasoned photographers alike.It's lightweight, easy to grab, point, and shoot- and takes great pictures every time!(Assuming, of course, you have composed a nice picture).This model has the zoom/date features, focus lock, self timer, auto flash, red eye reduction, real time release and slow syncho modes.Great for vacations, and a great price!I actually had two of these cameras, one for color, one for black & white!I was never disappointed.

love this camera.
I bought this camera when i was going to school in Hawaii.The pictures i got from it were clear and crisp I never had any problems with it. I was disappointed when someone stole it from me.

Sure Shot Missed
I too was disappointed in the Canon Sure Shot. Mainly, the pictures are not as sharp and crisp as I had hoped; and the indoor pictures have never come out that great. The metal pieceon the front that protects the lens FELL off (discovered after the fact, so it was too late to find where it had fallen off), so now I get "light leaks". I will probably not buy a Canon camera again--and will go back to an Olympus. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 35MM (35 MM) Cameras    2. Date Imprinting (Coding)   

Features

• Fully automatic, compact 4.7x zoom (38-180mm) 35mm camera
• Zoom-coupled smart autofocus system
• Automatic light guide zoom flash with red-eye reduction
• 6 programmed image control modes
• Stylish aluminum alloy finish in compact design

Reviews (2)

Sharp Pictures
This is one of the best point&shoot camera, Auto focus works perfectly fine, it just requires little practice.
Blurry pictures
Bought this camera to have better print pictures than what I get with the digital. I've tried using it in every mode AUTO, close-up, etc. but the autofocus never works so most of the pictures come out blurry!
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Features

• 3x zoom lens 35mm camera (equivalent to 38-115mm zoom)
• 5 programmed shooting modes
• 3-point autofocus system
• Built-in flash with red-eye reduction
• Date and time imprint function available; 10 second self-timer

Editorial Review

The compact Olympus Stylus Zoom 115 QD camera has a precisionautofocusing system that ensures sharp, clear pictures. Its fullyautomatic operations include autofocus, auto exposure, film loading,and film rewind. The 3x, 38-115mm zoom lens lets the photographershoot everything from wide-angle views to telephoto close-ups. Read more

Features

• 38-115mm zoom lens with 6 elements in 5 groups
• Active autofocusing with focus lock possible
• Quartz date imprinting
• 12-second self-timer
• All-weather construction with a champagne gold finish

Reviews (21)

5 Years & Counting
I've had this camera for 5 years. I had borrowed my Mom's smaller non-zoom Stylus for a trip to Italy (so I wouldn't have to lug my big ol' SLR with me), and got such great results with it that she gave me this one for my birthday. It's everything that hers is, and it has the zoom. I love it. I've taken it everywhere with me, including several more trips to Europe, and it has always performed flawlessly. And I get better percentages of successful shots with it than I ever got with the SLR. I heartily recommend this camera.

Terrible Close-ups & Flash system
I bought it to take pix at my kid's birth.Every single close-up came out blurry.100% of them.I also missed several pictures because of the "flash 50 times before taking the darn picture" system.Like most of the new point and shoot autofocus (supposedly) cameras, this one has cumbersome unnecessary technology.What I wouldn't give to have my 1989 Canon SureShot Zoom S back.I didn't know how good I had it.

Great Pictures
The Olympus is a great camera.It has been on many trips with me and not failed me yet.The camera has experienced some mild damage (broken lens cover, crack in viewfinder), and still takes wonderful photos.The clarity and color are wonderful.The available remote control (recommended) allows the person behind the camera to be in the picture! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 115QD   

Editorial Review

One of the world's smallest, lightest 140mm zoom cameras, the StylusZoom 140 QD enhances photographic performance without sacrificing portability.The fully automatic operation includes quartz dating, autofocus, autoexposure,and auto loading and rewinding. The multi-autofocus system ensures focusaccuracy even when your main subject isn't in the center of the frame. Itsclamshell barrier design provides worry-free protection against the elements.Read more

Features

• 35mm compact point-and-shoot
• 38-140mm 3.7x zoom lens with autofocus
• Multi-mode flash features red-eye reduction
• Automatic film loading, advance, and rewind
• Features date imprinting and self-timer

Reviews (38)

Worst camera I've owned - - I threw my money away
In July 2004, just a month after I got the 140 QD CG camera, it started jamming when I'd extend the zoom lens.Made a series of horrid clicking sounds when I'd extend it, or try to pull it back in.Put in fresh battery (again), tried again - - jammed up, wouldn't rewind the film at the end of a roll, lost all photos. Boxed it up, sent it back to Olympus at my expense, and received it back about 3 weeks later, with a xeroxed piece of paper - - no letter of explanation as to repair or problem - - just a schematic of the film case, yellow-highlighted, and all I could gather from this lack of information was they were trying to tell me I was loading the film incorrectly. That would make the zoom lens and lens cover jam and click and take out-of-focus photos?I think not.So, back from the factory, I proceeded to try again, and the camera worked for about a month - - by December same problems were back - - several rolls of film later, photos still coming back out of focus, zoom lens jamming, lens cover jamming.Haven't decided yet whether to return it to Olympus and tell them they've lost me as a customer, or throw it off the highest cliff.Don't waste your money on this product.It was disappointing to find out that Olympus doesn't seem to care about communicating or making things right.This was my first and last Olympus product, even though I'd heard great things about their stuff.

Wonderful!Simple to use, great photos.
The two most important features to me are the quality of the photos a camera takes (with and w/out the zoom), and how quickly the picture is taken when you press the shutter and quick speed between photos.This camera delivers both those features. Very Good Camera
It doesn't suck.I cannot believe some of the negative comments about this camera.I've had one for a while and it's always taken great pictures.The only problems that I've had is when the people at Eckerd screw up the processing (but they have ALWAYS reprinted at NO COST) to correct the problems.For a point and shoot, it does a great job of focusing.1 last thing, use Fuji film.I have always had better results with it than Kodak. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 140QD   

Reviews (5)

wonderful camera
I have had this camera for 5 years and it has worked wonderfuly. This was my first zoom camera. Its size made it perfect to take anywere. pictures Are always clear and bright. I noticed that the camera worked best on 200 speed film. Great camera for begainners that want to use film.

Terrific photos
This is a great little camera with some features I have barely explored after using it steadily for 4 years, in both city and way out there back country. splendid camera
This is a lovely camera, has all the features, and they work wonderfuly.A word to the wise, though.Go to Ebay(where I got mine), nobody needs to pay retail for these guys, they aren't THAT good. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 140S   

Editorial Review

The Pentax IQ Zoom 140M QD 35mm camera is incredibly compact--at aheight of 2.6 inches it's just a little taller than a roll of 35mm film. Yet ithas a powerful 38-140mm zoom that makes your pictures bigger, closer, and moredetailed than most compacts in its class. The "actual image" viewfinder lets yousee the image size in relation to the zoom ratio, providing a concise preview ofthe finished photo no matter which of the two available print formats--standardand panorama--you use. Switch back and forth between the two formats as often asyou like to capture close-ups or the whole landscape.Read more

Features

• Powerful 38-140mm zoom lens
• Passive 5-point autofocus
• Built-in flash with red-eye reduction
• Automatic film loading, winding, and rewinding with midroll rewind
• 10-second self-timer, date imprinting, and panorama mode

Reviews (5)

Great price, Great Pictures, Great Camera
I bought this camera after reading other reviews and looking on Consumer Reports.com. I was not dissapointed. This camera takes great pictures, is easy to use, and has an excellent zoom.

Great camera
This is a great camera. I've taken lots and lots of pictures with it-like over 2000. It really comes up with some fantastic shots. I like the lightweight. It's got a great long distance zoom lens that's fast. Indeed, it shoots like an expensive 35mm. The only drawback is it's macro ability. It does shoot up to about 2.6 feet which is pretty close, and for most shots this is enough. Really, in the majority of situations, it comes up with some wonderful shots that are very clear and great!

Great camera, exceptional features,excellent photo quality
I've had this camera for a couple of years now and it has been a really great purchase.The picture quality is extraordinary.I often have people asking me what kind of camera I have because my pictures are so great.(i'd like to think it's my skill at picture taking but it really is the camera)I would highly recommend getting the optional remote, it has come in very handy when taking skyline pictures and other night pictures that require the camera to be very still.I've even used this camera to take some wedding pictures for some friends of mine.A lot of my pictures came out better than the professional camera !!! The price may seem somewhat high for those looking for a simple camera, however I found the quality to be well worth the price. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. iq130m   

Features

• 38-130mm (3.4x) power zoom lens uses high-quality aspheric optics for crisp, clear pictures with high contrast
• Precise autofocus system uses 1000 focusing steps to keep the main subject razor sharp
• Distinctive and durable aluminum face plate and lens mount
• Versatile flash modes let you shoot in a variety of lighting situations with confidence
• Built-in quartz date back imprints the date or time right onto the photo

Reviews (3)

Took nice pictures....but it died
I received this camera as a gift for Christmas 2004.The pictures I got from it were great with beautiful colors, and everything was fine until November 2004.The focus slowed WAY down, and it took me several attempts to take every picture.The zoom didn't work consistently, and the camera would refuse to take a picture for no discernable reason.Finally, just after the warranty expired (of course), it stopped working altogether.Wouldn't turn on or respond in any way to new film or batteries.
I strongly recommend you don't purchase
We have had to exchange this camera twice within the first month of having it, first it stopped taking pictures you had to shut it off zoom in and out then it would take it, the second camera did the same also it stopped taking the film, we tried several brands and it would just expose it all. very disapoointing. we contacted minolta they would only fix it not return or exchange it. we bought the canon sure shot 115 and love it so far!

The camera scratches the film
I have taken 5 rolls of film (different brands) with this camera and had them developed at 2 different labs.Every single roll has stratches on the backside of the film across the whole length of film.The scratches are in the same place.I will have to send the camera in to be serviced under warranty.Other than that annoyance, the pictures are actually quite good, and if you can get a 130c without this same flaw, I would recommend the camera. ... Read more

Editorial Review

One of the tiniest and lightest advanced 35mm compact cameras around,the Minolta Freedom Zoom 125 packs a lot of excellent features into its stylish,streamlined aluminum shell (with plastic backing). The fully automatic FreedomZoom 125 boasts a 37.5-125mm zoom lens for wide angles and excellent close-ups(sharp as close as 1.97 feet), along with a multi autofocus system, (so peoplestanding apart, for example, will still be in focus), and a three-segment lightmetering system with a highly accurate AE sensor for great exposures under mostconditions. Also included is a remote with a working range of approximately16.4 feet. It provides two shutter release modes: standard mode triggers theshutter as soon as the button on the remote control is pressed, while thedelayed mode takes the exposure two seconds after the button is pressed. Now youcan include yourself in the shot without racing against the self-timer. And, soyou'll never again have to wonder when you took those pictures, the Freedom Zoom125 comes with a time/date stamp.Read more

Features

• Lightweight, compact, and easy-to-carry
• Minimum focus distance of 2 feet
• Wide focus area
• Panorama mode
• Continuous film advance

Reviews (6)

Excellent compact camera
I consider myself an intermediate-level photographer. I bought this camera (3) years ago from The Wiz and have used it quite heavily in that time, taking both indoor and outdoor photos. I've also taken some nighttime photos at Christmas time with excellent results. I've been extremely happy with the image quality -- colors, clarity, vibrancy, sharpness. I've also been happy with the feel of the camera -- sturdy, doesn't feel cheap or clunky. I've taken a number of action shots with superb results except when I inadvertently move the camera. Generally I follow my subjects (children, pets, etc.) around with the camera on and the flash set properly. I keep my finger pressed lightly on the shutter button so the camera is focused on something. For me, this helps eliminates delays in autofocus and lag time between shots. I can take many shots in succession with very minimal and acceptable delay. Basically, in order to enjoy this camera, you have to have realistic expectations. For example, the flash isn't as strong as on SLR cameras, so you need to be mindful of this and use the proper film. In low light, I use 800 Kodak film. I've found this camera to be excellent for every conceivable purpose -- family portraits, close-ups, landscapes, etc. Battery life has been good for me. Each time I take in a roll to be developed, there is rarely a bad picture, and if there is, it is always my fault, not the camera's. There are (2) reasons why I'm not giving this camera (5) stars:1) The red-eye reduction feature is inadequate. This is the one main drawback for me. I've used the standard techniques for minimizing this. When photographing adults, there's generally no problem. But pets and children can be challenging. Minolta could eliminate this problem by designing the camera with a pop-up flash similar to Nikon's. 2) In order to open the battery compartment, you need the camera cord, which has a special "key" on it to open the compartment. I don't like this since you could lose the cord or break the key. Fuzzy Pictures
I just bought this camera for a month. I took a roll (400) of pictures but it came out fuzzy. It seemed like the lens can't focus the object right. Plus, it's not as perfect as I thought before I bought it. Anyway, I like the style and the compact size of this camera. I would still recommend it as it comes with a remote control which I think it's worth for the price. Great choice
I have a Fuji Tiara APS point and shoot that I am extremely happy with. A friend of mine has a Rollei Prego 125 zoom in 35 mm that has also performed well for him. When another friend of mine was looking to replace his old camera with a compact point and shoot model, I went to a store near me that carries at least a couple of dozen different models of point and shoot cameras, to see what was available since I had purchased mine 15 months ago. This field changes so rapidly that even one year is enough to produce substantial changes in the offerings. Read more

Features

• 4x zoom
• 4 flash modes
• Switchable panorama mode
• Date imprinting
• Caption imprint

Reviews (8)

My take on this camera
May I recommend that the user, who complained about the red-eye effect not working, tha he / she checks the camera setting?If it is not on the regular -A- setting, red eye feature doesn't work.Other settings include sports, landscape and etc.. (One good thing about this camera is its multi-functions and features, which can be bad for people who get confused and frustrated easily - I am one of them) Samsung140sQD
This camera has many features that others don't.The price is reasonable and the camera is very appealing to the eye.The only thing I don't like about the camera is when the film is advancing it's a bit too loud.Other than that I love this camera.

Excellent buy!
I can easily say that Samsung Evoca 140S is the best point-and-shoot camera I have ever used.Read more

Subjects:  1. Cameras (Camera)    2. 35MM (35 MM)    3. Multiple flash mode (flashes) (modes)    4. Panorama switch (switches)    5. Date imprinting (coding), 140, S   

Editorial Review

With an extrapowerful 38-135mm zoom lens, the Canon Sure Shot Z135 brings subjects up to 3.6 times closer. Its Best Shot Dial, with seven programmed settings, does all the thinking for you in a variety of photographic situations. The electromagnetically driven shutter operates at speeds up to 1/1,200 second and offers real-time shutter release, ensuring that you'll catch the action shots you want in crisp detail.Read more

Features

• Powerful 3.6x 38-135mm power zoom lens
• Canon's Best Shot Dial with its 7 programmed settings does all the thinking for you
• High-precision 3-point Smart Autofocus for sharp focus every time
• 1/1,200-second top shutter speed plus real-time release to capture action
• Built-in retractable flash

Reviews (12)

Long-lasting Quality
I have had this camera for more than 2 years now and have never been let down. This camera has documented several important events and vacations for me and always does a great job. People compliment me and ask how I learned to take such good pictures. Perfect for trips and vacations and ok for events and family photos.

Good but now broken
I have taken 1000s of photos with this camera over the years.It only jammed up on me one time with a 36 exposure roll of film, I never went over a 24 exposure roll after that. Three Years and A Half Later
I bought this camera before my trip to South Dakota and was thrilled with the resolution of the pictures. People always complimented me on them as if I were a professional, and I thank Canon for that. I still get great pictures,however, I do have some complaints: Candid shots are gone before the shutter goes off; The date stamp is impossible to work with, and is permanentally stopped at 1992 (why 92 I don't know). The date winds up in the worst places in the picture. I won't ever set a date stamp again unless it's tiny and ends up on the extreme corner of a shot--I don't think this exists.Read more

Subjects:  1. Sure Shot, Z 135   

Editorial Review

The Minolta Freedom Zoom 150 panorama/date camera is one of the world's smallest 35mm cameras with a full 4x zoom lens. It weighs only 6.7 ounces, yet it offers an array of automatic features for trouble-free snapshooting. Film transport is fully automatic. After loading the film, the Minolta Freedom Zoom 150's back cover remains securely locked until the film is rewound into the cartridge, thereby preventing the film from being ruined by accidentally opening the back cover.Read more

Features

• Pocket-sized camera with a full 4x zoom lens
• SLR-type autofocusing for razor-sharp results
• Built-in 6-mode flash with red-eye reduction
• Selectable panoramic and date imprint functions
• Automatic film transport with film chamber lock to prevent accidental film exposures

Reviews (22)

Great Little Camera
I have now owned my Minolta Freedom Zoom Date 150 for almost one year, and I still love it!I have taken many, many rolls of film with this camera (I bought it one month prior to the birth of our first child) and have been very pleased with the camera's perfomance.
guess you should listen to recomindations here
we wanted a camera,zoom ,red eye reduction,
Very Disappointed
My husband and I only use our camera occasionally and have had many problems with it.Read more

Subjects:  1. Camera    2. Zoom150   

Editorial Review

The compact Freedom Zoom 160 is loaded with state-of-the-art features, including Minolta's latest AREA-AF autofocus technology, a 4.3x zoom lens ranging from 37.5mm to 160mm, date and time imprinting, and a worry-free, red-eye reducing flash that fires automatically whenever necessary. Read more

Features

• Pocket-sized camera with a full 4.3x zoom lens with range of 37.5mm to 160mm
• Fast, SLR-type autofocusing for razor-sharp results
• Flash fires automatically whenever necessary with red-eye reduction
• Selectable date imprint function for cataloging photos
• Automatic film transport with film chamber lock to prevent accidental film exposures

Reviews (11)

Didn't love the camera
Bearing in mind that I really just wanted a basic point-and-shoot camera, I have to say that I didn't think this camera delivered all that it was supposed to. I ran some test rolls of 400 (manufacturer-recommended speed) and wasn't happy with the results--blurry backgrounds when I wasn't using focus lock on the foreground, and washed-out colors (which might be the film, but might be the camera). Also, I wish I had listened a little more to the reviewer who mentioned how the moving red focus boxes in the viewfinder "freaked" his wife out. I was also bothered by the moving focus boxes, couldn't figure out what they were telling me, and just wanted to take a good picture. The final blow: My mom's 20-year-old Canon Sure Shot takes great pictures, better than this Minolta and she really just picks up the camera and presses the button--not even worrying about the occasional use of fill-in flash.
Problem with red eyes
I love this camera for ease of use, and crisp, clear pictures.My biggest problem though are red eyes.I use the red eye reduction most of the time and eyes are always red.Maybe someone has a suggestion to fix this problem?

Fantastic Pictures and Simple to Use
A fantastic camera at an unbelievable price. I've taken pictures throughtout Europe, Australia and New zealand in all kinds of weather and light conditions with always the same excellent results.A great camera to take take on a hurry up and keep moving tour. It takes wonderful landscapes, animal and people pictures. Even does well from a moving boat or car. The auto focus is incredible. Just point and shoot, the camera will lock on focus.We're now off to South America. ... Read more