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Minolta DiMAGE E203 Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Minolta DiMAGE E203 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Minolta DiMAGE E203 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Minolta DiMAGE E203 manual and always important Minolta DiMAGE E203 lens which makes the Minolta DiMAGE E203 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Minolta DiMAGE E203 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Minolta DiMAGE E203 kit or bundle, is the Minolta DiMAGE E203 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Minolta DiMAGE E203 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
Minolta DiMAGE E203 Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
E203 |
| Camera Format |
Compact |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Price Update Date |
2002-07-12 |
| Remote Control |
No |
| Operating System |
Windows, MacOS |
| Weight |
175 g
6.1 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
No |
| Size |
102 x 62 x 40 mm
4.0 x 2.4 x 1.6 in |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
1600x1200, 1280x960, 640x480 |
| Movie Resolution |
320x240, 160x120 |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
2.10 |
| CCD Size (inches) |
1/2.7" |
| Quality Levels |
1 |
| Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) |
35 - 105 mm |
| Zoom Ratio |
3.00x |
| Digital Zoom |
Yes |
| Digital Zoom Values |
1.5x, 2x |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Auto Focus Type |
Video AF |
| Auto Focus Assist Light? |
No |
| Manual Focus |
No |
| Normal Focus Range |
80 cm to Infinity
32.7 in to Infinity |
| Macro Focus Range |
25 - 80 cm
10.2 - 32.7 in |
| Min Macro Area |
90 x 70 mm
3.5 x 2.8 in |
| Min Aperture |
f/4.6 |
| Max Aperture |
f/2.8 |
| Aperture Range Description |
f/2.8 - f/4.6 |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
Real Image Optical Zoom |
| Optical VF Accuracy |
75% |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD Size (inches) |
1.5 |
| LCD Resolution (pixels) |
118000 |
| Max Playback Zoom |
2.00 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
100 |
| Number of White Balance Settings |
5 |
| White Balance Settings |
Auto, Daylight, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash |
| Manual White Balance |
No |
| Longest Shutter Time |
2 |
| Shortest Shutter Time |
1/2000 |
| Exp Adj Range |
1.5 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.33 EV |
| Metering Modes |
Center-weighted, Spot |
| Spot Metering |
Yes |
| Aperture Priority |
No |
| Shutter Priority |
No |
| Full Manual Exposure |
No |
| Self Timer |
3 or 10 |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
Yes |
| No of Flash Modes |
4 |
| Flash Modes |
Auto, On, Red-Eye Reduction, Off |
| Flash Range Default ISO (meters) |
3.0 |
| Flash Range Description |
Wide: 0.8 – 2 m, Telephoto: 0.8 – 3 m |
| Ext Flash |
No |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
SD/MMC |
| Compressed Format |
JPEG (Exif 2.1) |
| Movie File Format |
MotionJPEG AVI |
| Connectivity |
External Connections |
USB 1.1 |
| Included Software |
ArcSoft PhotoImpression 3.0 |
| OS Compatibility |
Windows Me, 2000 Pro, 98 or 98SE; MacOS 9.0 - 9.1 |
| Performance Timing |
Movie Sec @ Max Res |
15 |
| Movie Sec @ Min Res |
15 |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
AA, CR-V3 |
| Usable Battery Types |
Alkaline or Lithium disposable, NiMH rechargeable |
| Batteries Included |
CR-V3 Lithium disposable |
| Battery Charger Included |
No |
| More Information |
Notes & Features |
Lens has 7 elements in 6 groups, and includes two double-sided aspheric elements. Complies with USB 1.1 and Mass Storage Class for driverless connectivity with recent versions of Windows/MacOS. Claimed battery life of 300 minutes playback or 800 frames recording with LCD off, 50% flash usage, no instant playback on CR-V3 battery. Bundled with hand strap HS-DG203, USB cable USB-400, memory card (size unspecified), CR-V3 battery, DiMAGE E203 software CD-ROM, ArcSoft PhotoImpression CD-ROM. 3V DC AC adapter available separately. This camera appears to be almost identical to the Konica KD-200Z, but in a different casing. |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Minolta DiMAGE E203 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Minolta DiMAGE E203 power grip. Check the features and capabilities. Know how to quickly change settings for light and indoor or outdoor settings. There is no film, so speed settings is not required - however you can set the frame rate on the Minolta DiMAGE E203 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Minolta DiMAGE E203 even allows you take a fast sequence of pictures when the setting is set for it - and can take intermittent action shots, catching it all on disk. Minolta DiMAGE E203 Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what Minolta DiMAGE E203 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Minolta DiMAGE E203 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Minolta DiMAGE E203 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Minolta DiMAGE E203, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Minolta DiMAGE E203 camera or Minolta DiMAGE E203 lenses while you are shopping, this is the only way you will find out what the location has to offer, and if there is some other product they are trying to push. All in all the Minolta DiMAGE E203 camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your Minolta DiMAGE E203 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Minolta DiMAGE E203 powergrip digital camera.
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