This manual provides information about products introduced before June, 2001.
This manual covers everything needed to get the Minolta DiMAGE 7/5 camera up and running, including basic operation, recording modes, flash usage, and menu navigation. Detailed sections explain exposure modes, autofocus, white balance, and how to use accessories such as the remote cord and external power supplies.
Safety warnings, battery recommendations, care and storage instructions, and a full list of technical specifications are also included, helping users maintain the camera and troubleshoot common issues.
| ISO sensitivity | Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800 |
|---|---|
| Lens construction | 16 elements in 13 groups (2 AD glass, 2 aspheric) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8 (wide) / f/3.5 (tele) |
| Focal length (35 mm equivalent) | 28‑200 mm (DiMAGE 7) / 35‑250 mm (DiMAGE 5) |
| Shutter type | CCD electronic shutter plus mechanical shutter |
| Built‑in flash recycle time | ≈ 7 s |
| Recording media | CompactFlash cards up to 1 GB (IBM Microdrives) |
| Dimensions | 116.5 × 90.5 × 112.5 mm |
| Weight (without batteries or card) | ≈ 505 g |
| Operating temperature | 0 °C – 40 °C |
| Operating humidity | 5 % – 85 % (non‑condensing) |
The camera uses four AA alkaline batteries or Ni‑MH rechargeable batteries, with Ni‑MH recommended for better performance.
It supports CompactFlash cards, ranging from 170 MB up to 1 GB, including IBM Microdrives.
Ni‑MH rechargeable batteries are recommended over alkaline batteries because alkaline performance is low with digital cameras.