Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera with Anti Shake (Body Only)
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Manufacturer: MinoltaModel: 2186-301
Product features:
- 6.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
- 2.5-inch LCD; body-integral CCD-shift
- Comprehensive image adjustment and control for creative applications
- Comprehensive image adjustment and control, including zone matching, for creative imaging
- Stores images on CF or SD cards (with optional adapter) or microdrive; powered by one NP-400 lithium-ion battery
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera with Anti Shake (Body Only)
Customer Review: Very slow auto focus very poor high ISO performance
Summary: 1 Stars
I bought this camera because I have owned several Minolta Maxxum film cameras over the years including the origional Minolta Maxxum 7000 from the early 80s. Since I already had several lenses I thought it was a no brainer purchase.
Until I went with a friend and shot photos at the Arizona Reinsanance festival. He was there with his Canon 20D.
We both shot photos of the bird show and I compared photos later with what he had taken and what I got.
Then he let me borrow his camera and take some shots.
Let me tell you!!!
The auto focus on a Canon camera IS LIGHT YEARS AHEAD OF ANYTHING MINOLTA HAS!!! His Canon with a 70 - 200 F4 L USM lens can focus from minium distance to infinity and take dozens of photos while I'm still trying to get my Minolta 5D to focus with any lens at any distance. Since then I have tested a new Canon 30D with a Canon 400mm USM L 5.6 against my Minolta Maxxum 75 - 300 Lens. The Canon lens can focus in micro seconds even faster then my 50mm Minolta Lens!!!! You don't even want to hear how slow the 75 - 300 lens is not only can you not track birds in flight with the Minolta lens you are lucky to get the shot at all.
Then when comparing the shots taken in darker areas with higher ISO his shots at ISO 1600 looked better then mine at 400!!!
I ended up buying a Canon 400D Rebel XTi and what a shock.
I have tested my Minolta 5D and several of the new Sony Maxxum lens mount cameras back to back against my Canon and it's no contest.
Bottom line, if you want a camera that can focus on and track a bird IN FLIGHT! then get a Canon DSLR with USM focusing and forget the Minolta non-sense with their body driven focusing motor in the camera body.
My daughter had been using my Minotla 5D for awhile we were shooting some birds her with the Minotla and me with the Canon. I handed her my Canon with a 70 - 200 2.8 L Lens and she aimed the camera out and focused and took her first shot. She looked at me in disbelief!! She said what the heck, how can it focus so FAST!!! THIS IS AMAZING!!!!
If I had never compared I would have never know how much better a camera can be.
Go to any store and try a new Canon XTi Rebel or Canon 30D or 40D and see for your self!!
I have since put up my Minolta cameras and lens for sale.
Good luck Sony, you will need it.
Description of Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera with Anti Shake (Body Only)
The Maxxum 5D ensures images of exceptional quality with a large, 6.1-megapixel (effective) CCD sensor, an Advanced LSI engine for high-speed image processing, as well as Konica Minolta's CxProcess III image processing technology, an original technology highly acclaimed for rendering fine image detail and stunning color rendition. >>> Furthermore, the Maxxum 5D ensures photo-imaging excellence using Konica Minolta's proprietary Anti-Shake technology, which employs an exclusive CCD-Shift mechanism to compensate for blurring caused by camera shake - even when taking photos in dimly lit scenes, in natural light with a telephoto lens, or in macro shots where extra stability is vital for a sharp shot. This innovative Anti-Shake technology not only provides the equivalent correction effect with a shutter speed 2 to 3 stops slower, but also compatibility with any Dynax/Maxxum system lenses. >>> Boasting more than high performance, this digital SLR camera also features an ideal, compact design with a high-quality, stylish, and lightweight construction. Rubberized grips make it highly tactile and easy to handle and hold. In addition, the camera boasts a large 2.5-inch color LCD that provides simple navigation through easy-to-use on-screen menus and set-up options. And for even greater convenience and ease of use, the Maxxum 5D includes a Digital Subject Program Selector, which automatically designates an optimum exposure and image-processing program for five commonly used photo scenes. The Maxxum 5D also offers a comprehensive range of easy-to-use functions that allow precision adjustments of all camera settings whatever the shooting situation. While high-performance functions satisfy the demanding and creative techniques of photography enthusiasts, the camera has at its core ease of use and simple operation with a basic level of control that makes it ideal even for novice users.Digital SLRs
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