Buy Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera with Anti Shake & 18-70mm LensKonica Minolta Maxxum 5D 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera with Anti Shake & 18-70mm Lens Product Description:
- 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
Product Description
Maxxum 5D offers a user-friendly configuration of dials and controls that even beginner SLR camera users will quickly feel familiar with. Added functions provide users who are moving up from more basic models with intuitive control; the exposure mode dial also operates the five options of the Digital Subject Program Selector, and an independent lever ensures quick and easy white balance control. Electronic menus display adjustable parameters to meet the demands of advanced photographers, and a menu call button simplifies menu navigation. Enhances ease of use so users can navigate intuitively without having to refer the instructions. Digital Effect Control lets users select an option among ten scene types, edit the parameters to their preferences, and then store the settings. Once a scene is selected, the Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D automatically sets appropriate image processing and image quality parameters In addition to AWB (auto white balance), PWB (preset white balance), custom white balance and color temperature settings, the Maxxum 5D offers added creative freedom with CC (Color Compensation) filter effects and Color Temperature fine-tuning in 100K increments High-performance, high-speed autofocus (AF) Capture up to 30 frames at a speed of approximately 3 frames per second (in Fine JPEG mode) Image Recording Media - Type I and Type II CompactFlash Cards, Microdrive // SD Memory Card, MultiMediaCard require optional SD-CF1 Auto and manual exposure modes Built-in electronic-flash Video Output PAL / NTSC (selected on the camera) USB Uses and included Minolta NP400 rechargeable battery Dimensions (WxHxD) Approximately 5.1 x 3.6 x 2.6 in / Weighs - 20.8 ounce
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89 of 93 people found the following review helpful.
Extraordinary DSLR Camera For Wannabe Pros (or real ones)
By Jonathan W.
This DSLR is as good as it gets in the "Pro-sumer" (advanced amateur...wannabe pro) category. The Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D is 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.This camera is for experienced digital photography enthusiasts, or technological savvy folks who are sure that's where they are headed. You can set it to "auto" and point-and-shoot the Maxxum 5D (also know as Dynax 5D internationally) and you'll get perfect shots nearly all the time. But if that's all you want to do, this camera is not for you.By the way, it would be foolish to buy this (or any other DSLR) camera as a starter camera (even if you have the money). This camera is best for those with some experience who want to be creative and view digital photography as a serious hobby or maybe even a part-time source of income. Even though you can by-pass the hundreds of alternative settings on the 5D, it would be a shame to have them an not use them at least some time.If you have any Minolta (aka Konica -Minolta)lens or other accessories from your old film-based SLR, then this camera is a no brainer, as they will all work in this camera too. By the way, there is no reason to buy the higher end Konica Minolta 7-D, unless you are a pro with lots of extra money. Its bigger, more expensive and has only one or two more features than this one.The big negative issue that you'll note elswhere in these reviews is that the Konica-Minolta corporation will no longer be making cameras over the coming year...though the multi-billion dollar conglomerate will be around for many years to come to honor its warranties.I recently bought this camera and a [...] rebate was in place. You might expect to see more of this as Konica Minolta gets out of the camera business. But even now, given this camera's fine reputation, they are getting harder to find.It is likeley that Sony (who purchased rights to Konica-Minolta's camera technology) will make this camera the basis of their new Sony namplate DSLR model line in coming months since it is a winner. But even if they do not, many third parties make lens that fit this camera and you can purchase extra warranties from third parties as well.If you buy this or any other DSLR, be sure to buy several 512MB or 1-2 GB compact flash cards to take advantage of the larger JPEG or "raw" image size it outputs (sometimes 5 shots at at a time, since like the pros, you can click once to get multiple action shots.) Tigerdirect always seems to have the best deals and rebates on flash cards. You will also need a flash card reader. Don't mess with connecting this or any camera directly to your PC.Speaking of Mega-Pixels, anything over 6MP is overkill, unless you are going to make nothing but room size posters.If you'e never owned an SLR or DSLR before, they are not pocket cameras (you should get one of those first by the way); So you will need to be comfortable lugging the DSLR camera and at least one extra lens (you will likely want a telephoto zoom - I recommend a 200 or 300mm zoom) around.The most innovative DSLR case on the market is Lowepro's new slingshot 200 backpack. A must if you have more than one lens, or if you have any other paraphernalia. The slingshot recenly won several well-deserved ergonmic design awards. (I got a good deal on one via the Amazon marketplace).I hope all this input helps, whether or not you buy the Konica-Minolta Maxxum 5D. Happy shooting!!
73 of 76 people found the following review helpful.Just got mine and I already love it!
By MestaySS
Well, for those of you interested in a DSLR, look no further! Not only does this camera have many of the features that the 7D (an outstanding camera) has (like the anti-shake, which works wonders in low light), but it is also much more affordable, and perfect for the photographer who wants to capture family photos, stunning vacation photos, or beautiful RAW format images to be blown up to over 11X14. I have been playing around with this camera for the past few weeks. I have a SanDisk Compact Flash Ultra II 1 gb card with it, and it will hold around 50 RAW format images or 160 FINE format images, which are perfect for capturing photos that you don't plan to blow up past 8X10.Every single photograph I have taken so far has come out crisp and beautiful. The colors are exact and the warmth of the tones is perfect. The viewfinder on the camer could be a little more clear than it is, but that doesn't bother me.This camera is the perfect size. It is neither too big nor too small. One thing that you should know before purchasing this camera is that when you are taking pictures, you do not look at the viewfinder screen, you must look through the viewfinder itself. The screen is only used for viewing pictures or changing settings. I am used to looking through an actual viewfinder with my other cameras, so this does not bother me, but may bother some.This camera is a great purchase. And Amazon has a great deal for this camera and also a memory with purchase deal right now. For those of you trying to make a decision, get this one. You will be so excited to use this camera for basically any kind of photography that you can think of!
24 of 24 people found the following review helpful.An excellent DSLR
By J. McNamara
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.On the lens front I'm using: 1) 18-70mm kit lens (wide but inexpensive), 2) Minolta AF 50mm f/1.7 lens - great for portaits and low-light 3) Tamron 28-200mm XR - a good all-around and compact lens.I look forward to many years of usage from this camera. I certainly hope Sony picks up support for the Minolta system.
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