Setup guide

MINOLTA
DiM A GE A1
DIGITAL CAMERAS
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5-Megapixel CCD
◆ The DiMAGE A1 is built around a
high-precision electro-optical system
designed to maximize image quality.
The system starts with a 5.3 megapixel
2/3-type progressive primary-color CCD
with 5-million effective pixels for fine
high-resolution images. The pixel
resolution of the CCD will produce
13 x 17˝ 150-dpi prints or 6.5 x 8.5˝
300-dpi photo-quality prints.
Advanced Image Processing
◆ The DiMAGE A1 offers a host of
image-quality and image-size settings.
The extra-fine image-quality option joins
the fine and standard settings to
produce a high-quality JPEG file with
little compression or loss of detail.
◆ The new 2080 x 1560 image size gives
photographers the ability to smoothly
switch between 2-, 3-, and 5-megapixel
images. This lets you match the final
use of the image with the optimum reso-
lution to maximize storage space on the
memory card. A 640 x 480 (VGA) image
size is also available for web images.
◆ The A1 uses 14-bit (it can distinguish
16,384 levels in each color channel) A/D
conversion to record the richness and
infinite subtleties of light.
5-Megapixel SLR-type Digital Camera
A next generation SLR-type digital camera, the DiMAGE A1 exploits the
power of digital imaging by providing the tools to express your creativity
and solve visual problems. And above all, the DiMAGE A1 is a joy to use.
It’s long list of advanced features include the world’s fastest AF speed
among 5-megapixel SLR-type digital cameras, a fast built-in f/2.8 – 3.5 7x
optical zoom lens, a top shutter speed of 1/16,000 of a second, dual-focal
macro system, extra-fine image-quality option, Minolta’s new CxProcess II
and 3-D Predictive Focus Control, new high-speed image-processing LSI for
increased performance, Digital Effects Control and Digital Enhanced
Bracketing, Subject Tracking AF, Flex Focus Point to expand focusing control,
Anti-shake function to minimize the effect of camera shake, continuous-advance drive
modes, and compatibility with portable and studio flash systems. In addition, DiMAGE Capture, Minolta’s new remote imaging
software is available to enhance the camera’s creative capabilities.
FEATURES
◆ There is a slight delay from when the
shutter-release button is pressed until an
image is captured. Especially at long focal
lengths, this delay can be significant with
fast-moving subjects. The DiMAGE A1
uses a 3-D Predictive Focus Control to
track the subject until the exposure is
made, ensuring optimum focus. The focus
control continuously follows the subject
through 3-dimensional space, regardless
of direction, not only to give the sharpest
images possible, but also to reduce focus-
ing time to catch the perfect moment.
◆ Flex Focus Point adds unlimited versatili-
ty to the AF system. It is a single
crosshair sensor that can be placed to
any position within the frame, to keep an
off-center subject in focus, or to focus on
subject within a group. The spot meter-
ing area can also be switched between a
center spot and the flex focus point.
Very effective in macro situations.
◆ Also incorporates Direct Manual Focus
(DMF). Used in the pro Maxxum 7, DMF
allows you to make quick manual adjust-
ments once autofocus is locked.
CxProcess II —Image Processing Technology
Minolta’s exclusive CxProcess II image processing technology helps produce vivid images
that faithfully mirror your original impression of the scene. It promotes clear, natural-looking
images by controlling
the essential image qualities of color, contrast, and sharpness while
minimizing noise.
World’s Fastest and Most Sophisticated Focusing System
◆ The DiMAGE A1 has the world’s fastest autofocus speed among SLR-type digital cameras
with a non-interchangeable lens. The AF system is activated by the grip sensor to
reduce focusing time as well as to continuously display a sharp image on the monitors.
– Brilliant, saturated color remains vibrant
without becoming unnatural or flat.
– Subtle contrast is rendered to retain the
richness and depth of the subject while
preserving details in the highlights and
shadows.
– Sharpness is controlled by balancing res-
olution with acutance to show fine detail
while minimizing hard, unnatural edges.
– Dark noise can be reduced with expo-
sures of one second or longer via the
noise-reduction menu.