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Konica Minolta DiMage 7Hi 4 to 5 Megapixel

4.5/5 (18 Reviews)


  • Image Sensor TypeCCD
    Resolution5.2 Megapixel
    Optical Zoom7x
    Camera TypeStandard Point and Shoot
    Interchangeable LensNot Interchangeable Lenses
    35mm Zoom Lens28 - 200 mm
    Digital Zoom2x
    Focus TypeAutofocus & Manual Focus
    Focus Range19.7 in. to Infinity (w)
    Macro Focus Range11.8 - 23.6 in. (w) / 9.8 - 23.6 in. (t)
    Focal Length7.2 - 50.8 mm
    Camera Resolution5.2 Megapixel
    Image Resolutions640 x 480 • 2560 x 1920 • 1600 x 1200 • 1280 x 960
    Video Resolutions320 x 240 (QVGA) • 640 x 480 (VGA)
    Video Speed15 fps
    Max Movie Length60 Seconds
    Video FormatQuickTime
    Aperture Rangef3.5 (w) - f2.8/f3.5 (w/t)
    Shutter Speed15 - 1/4000 sec
    White BalanceAuto
    Frames Per Second7 Frames
    Memory TypeCompactFlash Card Type I • IBM Microdrive
    Compression ModesFine • SuperFine • Uncompressed
    Compression TypeJPEG • TIFF • Raw Image
    File Size (High Res.)14.2 MB (9 images on 128MB card)
    File Size (Low Res.)0.2 MB (about 640 images on 128MB card)
    ISO SpeedsAuto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 800
    Flash TypeBuilt-In & External
    Flash FunctionsRear Sync Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash
    ViewfinderDigital
    LCD PanelWith LCD Panel
    LCD Panel Size1.8 in.
    LCD Screen Resolution118,000 pixels
    LCD Protected PositionWithout LCD Protected Position
    Interface TypeUSB
    Video InterfaceVideo Out
    Battery Type4 x AA Batteries
    Battery Life220 Images
    Self Timer10 Sec.
    Mp3 Built In
    Built-in MicrophoneWith Built-in Microphone
    Built-in SpeakerWith Built-in Speaker
    Tripod MountWith Tripod Mount
    Operating SystemApple Mac OS 8 • Apple Mac OS 9 • Apple Mac OS X
    Width4.61 in.
    Depth4.43 in.
    Height3.56 in.
    Weight1.17 lb.
    Included AccessoriesSoftware • USB Cable • Video Cable • Neck Strap • 16 MB Memory Card • 4 x AA Rechargeable Batteries • Battery Charger • Lens Cap
    MPN2778-301
    Product ID20256931

Product Description

  • Sensor: 5.2 Megapixel CCD
  • Max resolution: 2560 x 1920
  • Lens: 7.2–50.8mm f/2.8-3.5(35mm equivalent: 28-200mm) w. macro mode, manual zoom ring, and 2x digital zoom
  • Exposure: Programmed AE, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, picture modes, Manual, w. exposure compensation, and exposure lock
  • Flash: Built-in and hotshoe, synchs at all speeds
  • Advance: approximately 7 frames per second w. UHS (Ultra High Speed) continuous advance
  • Storage media: CompactFlash Type I and II
  • Interface: USB 1.1


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    Reviews 1 - 5 (18 Reviews Total) | Next 15

    User Reviews

    Overall Rating:5
    Value Rating:5
    Submitted by The Urban Landscape a Intermediate

    Date Reviewed: May 20, 2004

    Strengths:    The GT lens is an excellent design. The flare is very controlled and distortion is minimal at both full zoom and full wide. The image quality at 100 iso is fantastic.

    Weaknesses:    Unfortunately, noise is noticeable at 200 iso, intrusive at 400 iso, and almost unacceptable at 800 iso.

    I get around this by using noise reduction software when I must shoot at 400 and 800 iso. Neat Image can perform miracles when it is calibrated.


    Bottom Line:   
    The 7Hi is a great camera provided that you work with its many strengths and avoid its few shortcomings.

    I have used my 7Hi in both very hot/humid and very cold weather and it has held up admirably.

    I have taken 7000 pictures and it still works as well as the day I bought it.

    I highly recommend the 7Hi.

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    Price Paid:    $1800.00

    Purchased At:   Galaxy Photo

    Similar Products Used:   Minolta 7i, Canon A70



    Overall Rating:4
    Value Rating:5
    Submitted by Sergio a Expert

    Date Reviewed: December 9, 2003

    Strengths:    Optics and picture control. You see what you get on the excellent viewfinder, so no surprises with very difficult photos like sunsets etc.

    Weaknesses:    Does not seem to be very sturdy. On the 3rd mounth the front cover of the grip went loose, and after I lost the rubber eypiece.

    Bottom Line:   
    Very happy with the optics and the amount of (easy) control on colour, contrast, EV etc..

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    Price Paid:    $1300.00

    Purchased At:   Lisbon

    Similar Products Used:   Sold them !



    Overall Rating:3
    Value Rating:4
    Submitted by martys a Expert from Schofield, WI

    Date Reviewed: November 29, 2003

    Strengths:    Superb lens from 28mm to 200mm great contrast and saturation. Detail is very good.

    Great controls when finally learned. This is a complicated camera.

    Manual focus when needed.

    Excellent picture quality when the ISO is set properly to the lighting conditions.

    Histogram viewer is a great aid in exposure.

    Uses 49mm filters

    Program shift feature is a very handy.


    Weaknesses:    Electronic view finder lacks detailed resolution but is usually adequate for composing.
    Viginetting at 28mm is common with standard thickness filters.

    A bit chunky to fit in camera cases or a brief case.

    Must have had a bad chip in mine. After 4 months use the camera would not(in many instances) power back up to a normal view. In some instances I had to remove and reinsert the batteries to return the camera to service. Returned for service and am waiting for its return.


    Bottom Line:   
    A powerful zoom with a full pro feature set makes this camera a great value. I have shot over 2000 pictures with excellent results during the first two months. After this the camera developed an annoying "err" message when recovering from a power down.

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    Price Paid:    $950.00

    Purchased At:   Gateway

    Similar Products Used:   Nikon 800
    Many film cameras




    Overall Rating:5
    Value Rating:5
    Submitted by gjreef a Intermediate from Delft Holland

    Date Reviewed: August 30, 2003

    Strengths:    28-200 optical zoom
    EVF
    Manual Zoom
    Image quality (incl Macro)


    Weaknesses:    Battery life

    Bottom Line:   
    My first Minolta and my first digital.
    Very, very satisfied.

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    Price Paid:    $1298.00

    Purchased At:   30/04/2003



    Overall Rating:5
    Value Rating:5
    Submitted by Philippe Huyghe a Casual from Rekkem - Belgium

    Date Reviewed: July 24, 2003

    Strengths:    Manual zoom , possibility to use manual focus.
    Looks/feels like a 'classical' camera. Good and quality objective.
    Very user-friendly - easy to start using the camera.
    Rechargeable batteries are excellent choice.
    Produces excellent and predictable results.
    EVF (although poor resolution) is excellent feature.
    High internal transferrate (picture transfer to compact flash card).
    Fair price.


    Weaknesses:    Standard Compact Flash card of 16M too low capacity , should at least be 128 M for that price.

    Would rather call these : possible enhancements :
    - EVF (viewfinder) quality ;
    - noise at ISO setting > 200 ;
    - mechanical quality of manual zoom ;


    Bottom Line:   
    2 months now (and couple of thousand pictures later) i have the camera and i am a happy user.
    After several years use of 'classical' cameras it made me become a re-enthousiasmed photographer.
    The camera produces overall excellent results , both in 'point-and-shoot' situations as well as 'well studied' pictures.

    I prefered to buy the Minolta 7Hi to : Canon G3 , Sony 717 , Nikon 5400. Arguments in favour were : lens 28-200 mm , ease-of-use and manual zoom.

    I do NOT experiende short lifetime of batteries as indicated in some reviews.

    I started using SanDisk compact flash card of 512 Mb immediately.

    I do not really experience any weak aspects.

    Expand full review >>

    Price Paid:    $1099.00

    Purchased At:   topphoto - Düren - G




    Reviews 1 - 5 (18 Reviews Total) | Next 15

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    • Image Sensor TypeCCD
      Resolution5.2 Megapixel
      Optical Zoom7x
      Camera TypeStandard Point and Shoot
      Interchangeable LensNot Interchangeable Lenses
      35mm Zoom Lens28 - 200 mm
      Digital Zoom2x
      Focus TypeAutofocus & Manual Focus
      Focus Range19.7 in. to Infinity (w)
      Macro Focus Range11.8 - 23.6 in. (w) / 9.8 - 23.6 in. (t)
      Focal Length7.2 - 50.8 mm
      Camera Resolution5.2 Megapixel
      Image Resolutions640 x 480 • 2560 x 1920 • 1600 x 1200 • 1280 x 960
      Video Resolutions320 x 240 (QVGA) • 640 x 480 (VGA)
      Video Speed15 fps
      Max Movie Length60 Seconds
      Video FormatQuickTime
      Aperture Rangef3.5 (w) - f2.8/f3.5 (w/t)
      Shutter Speed15 - 1/4000 sec
      White BalanceAuto
      Frames Per Second7 Frames
      Memory TypeCompactFlash Card Type I • IBM Microdrive
      Compression ModesFine • SuperFine • Uncompressed
      Compression TypeJPEG • TIFF • Raw Image
      File Size (High Res.)14.2 MB (9 images on 128MB card)
      File Size (Low Res.)0.2 MB (about 640 images on 128MB card)
      ISO SpeedsAuto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 800
      Flash TypeBuilt-In & External
      Flash FunctionsRear Sync Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash
      ViewfinderDigital
      LCD PanelWith LCD Panel
      LCD Panel Size1.8 in.
      LCD Screen Resolution118,000 pixels
      LCD Protected PositionWithout LCD Protected Position
      Interface TypeUSB
      Video InterfaceVideo Out
      Battery Type4 x AA Batteries
      Battery Life220 Images
      Self Timer10 Sec.
      Mp3 Built In
      Built-in MicrophoneWith Built-in Microphone
      Built-in SpeakerWith Built-in Speaker
      Tripod MountWith Tripod Mount
      Operating SystemApple Mac OS 8 • Apple Mac OS 9 • Apple Mac OS X
      Width4.61 in.
      Depth4.43 in.
      Height3.56 in.
      Weight1.17 lb.
      Included AccessoriesSoftware • USB Cable • Video Cable • Neck Strap • 16 MB Memory Card • 4 x AA Rechargeable Batteries • Battery Charger • Lens Cap
      MPN2778-301
      Product ID20256931
      Release Date6/2/2004


     

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