Built-in Anti-Shake
Performance with All Dynax/Maxxum System Lenses*1
The Dynax5D/Maxxum5D inherits the
revolutionary technology of the Dynax7D/Maxxum7D – the world’s first*3
digital SLR with built-in Anti-Shake technology and CCD Shift mechanism
that is compatible with all Dynax/Maxxum system lenses*1.
This award winning Anti-shake
technology was selected as “European Photo Innovation of the Year 2004 –
2005” by EISA*4 and provides the equivalent compensation
effect with a shutter speed 2 - 3 stops slower*2
Now it's possible to reduce blur caused
by camera shake, even when taking photos in dimly lit or twilight
scenes, in natural light with a telephoto lens, as well as macro shots -
without relying on a higher ISO setting, the aid of a flash or tripod.
Anti-shake responds quickly to both broad, slow-swaying motion of the
camera body and the higher frequency shaking typical of camera shake
caused by the photographer's hands.
The Anti-shake technology can be
switched on or off via a dedicated switch on the camera's back, and an
Anti-shake indicator is displayed on the viewfinder to keep the user
informed when it's active.
Durable, Compact
Body and High-Quality Texture
The Dynax5D/Maxxum5D enhances camera
reliability through its strong build quality. The body is constructed
using sturdy glass fiber plastic, making it lighter and smaller than the
Dynax7D/Maxxum7D by about 22% in volume, while a functional rubber grip
based on new ergonomic design research provides an ideal hand fit.
Large CCD and
Advanced Image Processing Technology
Integrating Konica Minolta's advanced
technologies for photo-imaging excellence, the Dynax5D/Maxxum5D boasts
an advanced LSI (image processing engine) and CxProcess™; III technology
designed to provide stunning, natural-looking images.
As Konica Minolta's original image
processing technology, CxProcess™; III optimizes four essential
elements:
1)sharpness to take full advantage of
the advanced optical technologies incorporated into the lens, presenting
rich detail and realism without losing the quality of defocused images,
2)color reproduction to ensure that colors are rendered just as the
human eye perceives them such as the subtle hues of natural blue, red,
and skin tones,
3)gradation reproduction to render both clearness and deep presentation
of gradations for both shadows and highlights, and 4) noise reduction to
achieve a natural, impressive presentation of textured images.
Big, Bright
2.5-inch LCD with Navigation Display
Providing a better view for better
photos, the Dynax5D/Maxxum5D incorporates a large, 2.5-inch LCD monitor
that also works as a Navigation Display for camera settings. For even
greater convenience, the display automatically switches from horizontal
to vertical format when shooting in upright “portrait” format and lets
you adjust size of the on-screen text.
Comprehensive image
adjustment and control for creative
a) Digital Subject Program
Selector
The Digital Subject Program Selector
offers five convenient options: portrait, sports, landscape, evening
sunset view, and night view. Using the exposure mode dial, simply select
an appropriate option for your chosen scene, and the Dynax5D/Maxxum5D
will automatically select an appropriate exposure control, AF mode, and
image-processing program. This function makes it quick and easy for
anyone to take beautiful shots without the need for complicated
settings.
b) Digital Effect Control
Adding a step of creative flexibility
above the Digital Subject Program Selector, the Digital Effect Control
lets you select an option among ten scene types, edit the parameters to
your preferences, and then store the settings. Once a scene is selected,
the Dynax5D/Maxxum5D automatically sets appropriate image processing and
image quality parameters. The exposure can then be manually selected so
you can customize the contrast and sharpness saturation parameters
within five steps from the default values to create the exact look you
want.
c) Color temperature
setting:
In addition to AWB (auto white
balance), PWB (preset white balance), custom white balance and color
temperature settings, the Dynax5D/Maxxum5D offers added creative freedom
with CC (Color Compensation) filter effects and Color Temperature
fine-tuning in 100K increments. And, the camera's G9 (Green) to M9
(Magenta) range enables precise white balance adjustments for difficult
lighting situations.
d) White-Balance Bracketing:
Offering a new level of convenience and
efficiency, this function lets you take a shot in differing color
temperature settings with two options for your desired color temperate
range. Based on the range, the Dynax5D/Maxxum5D simultaneously records
three frames per shutter so you can manually select your favorite frame
after the shot.
e) Zone Matching:
An inherited feature of the acclaimed
Dynax7D/Maxxum7D, high-key and low-key tone capture extend CCD dynamic
range and adjust tone curves to ensure precise reproduction of
gradations and suppress noise in low-lighting shots. For example, using
high-key mode to take wedding photos under direct sunlight, the fine
details of a brideÁÃs white flowers, gown, and train can be reproduced
authentically. In comparison, using low-key mode, the texture of a black
dress in a dark room can be captured in detail without noise
interference.
Easy and Intuitive
Operation
a) High-performance,
high-speed AF
The Dynax5D/Maxxum5D's high-performance
AF system offers exceptional accuracy with a central, cross hair type,
9-point and 8 line AF sensor array that enables high-precision
Predictive Focus Control as well as high-speed Subject Tracking for
accurately focusing on moving subjects - an indispensable asset in
action and sports photography.
b) Smooth, Responsive
Continuous Shooting
The Dynax5D/Maxxum5D lets you capture
up to 10 frames at a speed of approximately 3 frames per second (in
Large/Fine JPEG mode). The camera's high recording speed enables you to
continue shooting smoothly afterwards.
c) User-friendly dials and
controls
The Dynax5D/Maxxum5D offers a simple,
user-friendly configuration of dials and controls that even beginner SLR
camera users will quickly feel familiar with. Added functions provide
users who are moving up from more basic models with intuitive control;
for example, the exposure mode dial also operates the five options of
the Digital Subject Program Selector, and an independent lever ensures
quick and easy white balance control. Electronic menus display
adjustable parameters to meet the demands of advanced photographers, and
a menu call button simplifies menu navigation. Enhancing ease of use
further still, operating procedures that use common keys have been
standardized across functions/screens so that users can navigate
intuitively without having to refer the instructions.
d) High-performance
viewfinder
A bright, clear viewfinder displays
essential shooting parameters at the bottom of the frame, providing
users all the information they need to make creative adjustments
quickly. It also incorporates a spherical acute matte focusing screen
for accurate, bright critical focusing assessment. And, to accommodate
the camera's smaller design, the Dynax5D/Maxxum5D employs a newly
developed forward-bend finder optical system and roof-mirror type of
pentaprism.
KONICA
MINOLTA