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Konica Minolta A1 Digital Cameras

Konica Minolta DiMAGE A1 Digital Camera

The DiMAGE A1 is SLR-type digital camera from Minolta. Taking the best from the DiMAGE 7 series, the DiMAGE A1 was redesigned for... Read More
The DiMAGE A1 is SLR-type digital camera from Minolta. Taking the best from the DiMAGE 7 series, the DiMAGE A1 was redesigned for contemporary digital photographer. This is a camera for those who demand the highest imaging quality and versatility in a compact, easy-to-use package. The DiMAGE A1 exploits the power of digital imaging by providing the tools to express your creativity and solve visual problems. And above all, the DiMAGE A1 is a joy to use. Minimize

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Key Features
Digital Zoom 2x
Camera Type Standard Point and Shoot
Weight 1.24 lb.
LCD Screen Size 1.8 in.
Resolution 5 Megapixel
Optical Zoom 7x
Image Quality
Camera Resolution 5 Megapixel
Image Sensor Type CCD
Image Resolutions 640 x 480 • 2560 x 1920 • 2080 x 1560 • 1600 x 1200
Video
Video Resolutions 320 x 240 • 640 x 480 (VGA)
Video Format QuickTime
Max Movie Length 900 Seconds
Video Speed 24 fps
Lens
Interchangeable Lens Not Interchangeable Lenses
Optical Zoom 7x
Focus Type Autofocus & Manual Focus
Focal Length 7.2 - 50.8 mm
Macro Focus Range 11.8 - 23.6 in. (w) / 9.8 - 23.6 in. (t)
35mm Zoom Lens 28 - 200 mm
Focus Range 19.2 in. to Infinity (w)
Exposure Control
Aperture Range f11 (w) - f2.8/f3.5 (w/t)
Shutter Speed 30 - 1/16000 sec
Frames Per Second 2.8 Frames
White Balance Auto • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset)
Flash
Flash Functions Flash Off • Rear Sync Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash
Flash Type Built-In & External
ISO Speeds Auto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 800
Storage
File Size (High Res.) 14.5 MB (9 images on 128MB card)
Memory Type CompactFlash Card Type I
Compression Type JPEG • TIFF • Raw Image
File Size (Low Res.) 0.25 MB (about 512 images on 128MB card)
Compression Modes Fine • SuperFine • Uncompressed
Included Features
Self Timer 2 Sec. • 10 Sec.
Tripod Mount With Tripod Mount
Built-in Microphone With Built-in Microphone
Built-in Speaker With Built-in Speaker
Viewfinder / Display
LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position
Viewfinder Digital
LCD Screen Resolution 118,000 pixels
Interfaces
Video Interface Video Out
Interface Type USB
Power Supply
Battery Type Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life 330 Images
System Requirements
Operating System Apple Mac OS 9 • Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98 • Microsoft Windows 98SE • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Dimensions
Weight 1.24 lb.
Depth 4.5 in.
Height 3.3 in.
Width 4.6 in.
Miscellaneous
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • Video Cable • Neck Strap • 16 MB Memory Card • Lithium Battery • Battery Charger • Lens Cap
Family Line Konica Minolta DiMAGE
Product MPN
MPN 2782301
Product Review Summary
23 Reviews from Shopping.com
Overall Rating: Rating: 4.43/5 stars
Ease of Use: 4
Durability: 4
Battery Life: 5
Photo Quality: 5
Shutter Lag 5
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By: Howard_Creech in Electronics at Epinions.com
Mar 11, 2004

The Minolta Dimage A1 A Digital Imaging Tool designed by Photographers for Photographers

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Image stabilization, hot shoe, Very good AF performance, and excellent battery life

Cons: Complex operation, slightly noisy images

Bottom Line:
From new megacam cartel Konica-Minolta comes an updated 5-megapixel prosumer digital camera that’s a serious contender for “best-in-class” Read More


By: Jakeblack
Oct 31, 2003

In a word - AWESOME

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: FAST AF and almost no shutter lag. Antishake feature. Manual lens controls. Excellent image quality

Cons: Zoom lens a little sticky. Memory card included is only 16MB

Bottom Line:
Great features and performance. Some nice differences like manual lens control and anti-shake. Lens is superb and images are excellent. At below $1000 a good buy. Read More


By: zoltanus
Apr 14, 2004

1st Digicam that Captures What I See the Way I See It

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: mechanical zoom, AS, live histogram overlay, full manual controls, flash sync socket, wide dynamic range

Cons: electronic viewfinder, noise at high sensitivity settings, mediocre resolution for 5-megapixel sensor

Bottom Line:
Versatility is the key word. Read More


By: polarpooch
Jul 7, 2004

for former p/s users only.... big learning curve, but beautiful shots!

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: ANTI-SHAKE is awesome. Great manual zoom. Awesome macro. Breathtaking pics. Long battery life.

Cons: Complicated as heck. EVF needs lots of work. Bulky. Moderately expensive.

Bottom Line:
Not for the average user...it's a professional's/expert's camera, but I'm inspired by what I've already managed to do with it! Read More


By: travisgood
Aug 28, 2004

Everything you could want in a great prosumer package!

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: 7x optical zoom, antishake, 5 megapixel, VGA video at 30fps, swivel viewfinder/LCD, long battery life

Cons: steep learning curve to master all the features

Bottom Line:
Serious photographers wanting everything in one camera should consider this camera. The trade-offs are few, the price is reasonable, and it'll take great pictures in most situations. Read More


By: neddly
Mar 3, 2004

Minolta A1 a users dream

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Vast aray of creative control that gives great versatility

Cons: None that I've experienced

Bottom Line:
A great camera for the advanced amateur or professional. Overkill for a snapshooter. Read More


By: mustangflyer
Jan 6, 2004

Amazing quality, very few flaws

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Killer lens, anti-shake system, superb picture quality

Cons: electronic viewfinder could be better

Bottom Line:
Probably not sturdy enough for professional use - but for the serious enthusiast there is hardly a better digital camera on the market right now Read More


By: neilfleming
Dec 8, 2003

One of the Best Prosumer Cameras as of 12/03

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Full feature set, great ergonomics, 7x optical zoom with anti-shake, takes filters & flashes

Cons: Not many. Body is plastic rather than titanium (grin).

Bottom Line:
Enough features and quality for near-professional work. Best of the prosumer-level cameras as of 12/2003. Read More


By: basquedude
Jun 2, 2005

Great bang for the buck

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: anti-shake, ton's of features, high quality pictures

Cons: low picture capacity as bought- have to upgrade card. Read More


By: uilleann1
Mar 8, 2004

Excellent Quality with a lot of Control

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: manual control, focusing, 100% view finder, resolution, files (jpeg,tiff, and raw)

Cons: small flash card... I had to go buy a bigger flash card. Read More


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