Overview

The Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D, also known as the Konica Minolta Dynax 5D, is a 6 megapixels dSLR camera equipped with anti-shake technology and a large 2.5 inch LCD display. The 5D is suitable for both experienced amateurs and those who would like a camera that can support them as their knowledge and demands grow.

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Available Reviews

• Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D at Shutterbug
• Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D review at dcrp
• Konica Minolta MAXXUM 5D review at Steve's Digicams
• Konica Minolta (Maxxum) Dynax 5D review at PhotographyBlog
• Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D review at imaging resource

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Features

Anti-shake technology
The Konica Minolta 5D is equipped with anti-shake technology, which allows you to take pictures at shutter speeds two to three steps slower than normal, making it a powerful ally against blurred photos in low light conditions. The anti-shake technology works with all Maxxum/Dynax compatible lenses, normal, zoom and macro.

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Specifications

Sensor: Interline primary color CCD (23.5 mm x 15.7 mm) with interlace scan
Resolution: 6 megapixels
Sensitivity: Auto, ISO 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 equivalent
White balance modes: Automatic, Preset (Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash), Custom, Color temperature (2500 ~ 9900K with 19-step Magenta / Green compensation)
Storage Media: Type I and Type II CompactFlash Cards, Microdrive, SD/MMC card
Image format: JPEG, RAW
LCD monitor: 2.5-inch TFT, 115,000 pixels
Sensitivity range: -1 EV ~ 18 EV (at ISO 100 equivalent)
Metering range: +1 EV ~ +20 EV (+4 EV to +20 EV with Spot metering), (at ISO 100 with f/1.4 lens)
Exposure modes: Auto recording / P (with program shift), A, S, M, and Portrait, Sports Action, Landscape, Sunset, and Night Portrait Digital Subject Programs
Exposure compensation: ±2 EV in 1/3 EV increments
Flash: built in, range: up to 5 meters; external flash via hot shoe
Flash compensation: ±2 EV in 1/3 EV increments
Shutter speed: 1/4000 s ~ 30 s, bulb exposures possible
Continuous shooting mode: 3fps, max. 5 frames (RAW), max. 3 frames (RAW+JPEG)
Exposure bracketing: 0.3 EV / 0.7 EV increments, 3 frames
Anti-Shake System: CCD-Shift mechanism
PC interface: USB 2.0
Battery: battery pack
Battery performance: approx. 550 frames (CIPA measurement)
Dimensions (WxHxD):130.5 mm x 92.5 mm x 66.5 mm; 5.1 in. x 3.6 in. x 2.6 in.
Weight: Approx. 590 g; 20.8 oz (body only)

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Press Release

Mississauga, Ontario – July 15, 2005 - Konica Minolta Photo Imaging Canada, Inc. introduces the latest edition to the Maxxum line of digital Single Lens-Reflex (SLR) cameras - the Maxxum 5D. This high-performance interchangeable-lens digital SLR camera inherits the revolutionary technology of the award winning Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D - the world’s first digital SLR with built-in Anti-Shake technology and CCD Shift mechanism that is compatible with all Maxxum autofocus (AF) lenses (with the camera’s AF macro-zoom 1x to 3x specialist lenses and Anti-Shake function turned off) including Konica Minolta’s soon to be introduced Digital Technology “DT” lenses.

The Konica Minolta 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 Maxxum system AF lenses*².

The new Maxxum 5D provides exceptional quality images with a large, 6.1-megapixel (effective) CCD sensor, an Advanced LSI engine for high-speed image processing, as well as Konica Minolta’s CxProcessTM III image processing technology, an original technology highly acclaimed for rendering fine image detail and stunning color rendition.

Offering a better view for better pictures, the camera also boasts a large 2.5-inch color LCD viewing screen that provides simple navigation through easy-to-use on-screen menus and set-up options. The LCD makes camera control even easier, displaying detailed camera settings as well as captured images.

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 Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D also offers a comprehensive range of easy-to-use functions that allow precision adjustments of all camera settings whatever the shooting situation.

Boasting more than high performance, this new digital SLR camera also features a comfortably-contoured, compact design with a high-quality, stylish, and lightweight construction. Rubberized grips make it highly tactile and easy to handle and hold. […]
(source: Konica Minolta)