1.5" LCD - 3x Optical Zoom - 2592 x 1944 Image - 320 x 240 Video - MPN: 2731131 See Product Details
Description
Dressed in an elegant metal case, the DiMAGE G500 is a stylish and versatile companion, packing high-quality 5 megapixel images and powerful imaging controls in a compact body. Measuring only 3.7 x 2.2 x 1.2 inches, the G500 can be easily slipped into a pocket, purse, or fanny pack. And weighing a mere 7 ounces, this camera will not be a burden. Despite its small size, the DiMAGE G500 is packed with image-making features. Exposures can be set manually. Color saturation, contrast, and sharpness can be controlled to create the picture you want. And a maximum 9X zoom ratio provides powerful photographic potential.
Quick Glance
Memory Type: Secure Digital (SD) Card
LCD Screen Size: 1.5"
Camera Type: Compact Camera
Megapixels: 5 Megapixel
Lens Mount: Fixed
Optical Zoom: 3
Weight: 7.10
Summary
Product Title: Konica Minolta DiMAGE G500 5 Megapixel Compact Camera
Manufacturer: Konica Minolta
Power Score: 4.3 | 25 Reviews
Image Processor
Image Sensor: CCD
Effective Megapixels: 5 Megapixel
Total Pixels: 5.4 Megapixel
Lens Features
Camera Type: Compact Camera
Lens Mount: Fixed
Optical Zoom: 3x
Digital Zoom: 3x
Max Aperture: 4.9 1/f
Focal Length: 0.31" to 0.94"
Storage
Memory Card Support: Secure Digital (SD) Card
Installed Memory: 2 MB
Removable Flash Memory Included: 16 MB Secure Digital (SD) Card
Other Features
LCD Screen Size: 1.5"
Maximum Video Capture Resolution: 320 x 240
Flash: Auto Flash
Interface Connection: 1 x USB, 1 x DC Power In
Dimensions
Height: 2.20"
Width: 3.70"
Depth: 1.16"
Weight: 7.10 oz
Reference
Warranty Information: 6 Month Limited
URL: Manufacturer Link
Additional Specifications
Frequency Band: Camera Sensitivity: Auto ISO 50 ISO 100 ISO 200 ISO 400 Audio Recording: Maximum 30 seconds of audio can be recorded with and without an image. Audio can be recorded and attached to a playback image. Monaural audio only
Camera Modes: Shooting Modes: Macro-photo Distant view Self-timer Fixed focus Color Modes: Color Black and White Sepia
Exposure Control: Programmed AE Manual exposure
Viewfinder Type: Optical
White Balance Modes: Automatic Preset: Daylight Cloudy Tungsten Fluorescent
Product Series: G
Lens Construction: 7 Elements in 6 Groups
Maximum Image Resolution: 2592 x 1944
Maximum Frame Rate: 15 fps
Battery Built-in: Yes
Battery Include: No
GPS: No
Memory Card Type Include: Secure Digital (SD) Card
Shortest Shutter Speed: 1/2000 Second
HD Movie Mode: No
Strengths: 5.0, ease of use, price, dual memory, size, looks.
Weakness: none so far
I read reviews and noted not one person noted a triangular shape on the bottom right corner of the view finder. I thought something was wrong and took back to Costco but 2nd one has it too. I emailed Minolta and they said it is normal for this camera but does not affect picture printing, which I confirmed. Has anyone else noticed this? Otherwise I love this camera.
Strengths: Compact, light, sharp pictures, many features including macro zoom, takes 2 kinds of memory sticks.
Weakness: No underwater case for it(yet).
I am an avid photographer. I especially like taking travel photos as my wife and I travel as often as we can. On our last trip to Cozumel, I took this camera and my trusty Canon EOS Elan. The Canon never came out of the case! This camera does everything I ask of it and more. In fact, I am so happy with this camera I can only see myself getting a digital SLR for expanding the lens/ exposure...
Strengths: small size, high resolution, easy to use, intuitive functions
Weakness: I'm getting more red eye than usual, even with the red-eye reduction flash, but it only happens rarely.
I bought this camera as an upgrade from my original Olympus model. And it sure is an upgrade. It is smaller, has a higher resolution, can take 30 second movies (with sound!!!!) and looks very stylish. All my friends want to get rid of their old ones and get one of these. Since it uses a custom battery I recommend buying a spare to keep on hand for trips and such.
Strengths: very good camera of steel and protect the lens very safely. you don't even need manual to read through, except for installation on your pc. ít's a very friendly camera.
Weakness: battery could go longer. but you can make aproxiamately 100 photo's with a full battery. i must say that's a lot.
in the reviews on the other internet pages i saw that this camera is not so populair like canon. however, the camera shows what is its made of and preforms very well. in dark as well in daylight. i must say that when somebody taking a picture of me, i get red eye effect. but that's not so bad. the light/flasher is very good, you can make good distance photo's with it. i keep my g500 always on 5...
Strengths: Excellent images; durable and rugged construction; 5 megapixels; short movies with sound; very portable
Weakness: Does not provide RAW format (small complaint)
I was very impressed with the quality of the images I took, even on a cloudy overcast day, they came out very rich in color and highly detailed. Indoor shots came out beautiful with skin tones looking very natural even with the flash. I used the Cannon PowerShot S50 as a benchmark for comparrison and found I got 90% of the same features for $300 vs. $500. This is my first digital camera (long...
Strengths: See below
Weakness: See below
I am happier with this product than I've ever been with anything I've ever purchased. I am the sort of person who is critical of everything, but the features and performance of this thing blows me away. I paid $198.01, though best buy sells it for $399 and Amazon says its suggested retail price is $600. The pictures are great, even in low light when you don't expect them to be good. There are...
Strengths: Compact body and rugged case. Good Zoom for such a small camera.
Weakness: Little longer delay than I like on taking a snap shot. Longer battery life would be nice.
I purchased a leather case and 256 SD Memory stick with it and it makes taking ALOT of pictures on vaction much nicer, instead of having to always download the pictures from limited 16MB factory SD memory card. The camera outta the box was easy to figure out and use without cracking the user guide. Once you get you inital Time, Date, and Resolution set-up your good to go. The camera marrys up to...
Strengths: Smallness and Value!
Weakness: It is only a 3X digital camera.
Now please read this carefully! I am no digital camera guru at all! I am just your average Mom, who is a bit busier than I really want to be at times. I just want to share with you a few things about our family experiences with the Minolta G 500 digital camera. This is a great little digital camera. The photos are sharp and clear. You know, the kind that you are not afraid to show to Grandma....
Strengths: sharpness, takes sd memory and stick memory,Takes multiple pictures quickly. Has video with sound!
Weakness: Very small. Not made for big hands or camera cases.
Comes with very small 16mb sd disk. Recommend buying a 256mb to carry everything u would ever need. Also buy another battery. Battery life is good on this thing but since it completly runs on battery it wouldn't hurt to have spare. This camera is perfect for capturing small items.
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Konica Minolta Dimage G500 Digital Camera receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 2.68 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #127 standard digital camera of all time. The overall rating represents an intelligent balance of features, value as a function of price to features, and a summary of reviews from a variety of sources. The TopTen REVIEWS' formula gives a picture of important consumer features,...
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The Minolta DiMAGE G500 is a nice little 5-megapixel subcompact model with good picture quality and a rugged all-metal case. Fast zoom, easy menus, and an unusually bright LCD make an appealing package, but I wasn't so keen on its slower-than-average shutter delay. Still though, well worth a look if you're in the market for a compact 5-megapixel digicam.
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Konica Minolta DiMAGE G500 5 Megapixel Compact Camera
Strengths: size, style, two mem slots, fast start up.
Weakness: low battert life, no zoom in movie mode, small LCD screen
Love the camera but I wish it had a bigger battery. I did not get much time out of it when using the flash. However I got an extra battery for $10 so all should be well. Menu is a little cumbersome at first but gets easier. Overall im very happy with the camera Oh, I noticed the "triangle in the view finder" also as stated.. what causes it is that you are "seeing" the telescopic lense. If you...
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