DPNow news editorial on new Dynax/Maxxum 5D
Release Issued by Konica Minolta:
As the new standard for digital SLR cameras, DT lenses are ideally suited to digital SLR cameras such as the Dynax7D and Dynax 5D that are equipped with APS-C sized (23.5 x 15.7 mm) CCD’s.
Konica Minolta AF DT Zoom 18 -70 mm F3.5 to 5.6 (D)
Konica Minolta AF DT Zoom 11-18 mm F4.5 to 5.6 (D)
Konica Minolta AF DT Zoom 18-200 mm F3.5 to 6.3 (D)
1. Optimum high-performance optical design for digital SLR cameras
To ensure consistently high quality images, the Dynax5D uses an optical system ideally suited to a APS-C sized (23.5 x 15.7 mm) CCD, in addition to spherical lenses to reduce spherical aberrations, AD (anomalous dispersion) glass, and a special lens coating that reduces flare that can occur in digital SLR cameras.
2. Effective Anti-Shake compensation equivalent to a shutter speed 2 – 3 stops slower*1 with Dynax digital SLR camera
3. Distance encoder enables precise ADI flash metering
Using information obtained from the lens’ built-in distance encoder, Advanced Distance Integration (ADI) flash metering calculates the optimum exposure settings and flash brightness needed to obtain a beautiful image when using either the internal flash or external flash units such as the Program Flash 5600HS(D) or 3600HS(D), and 2500(D).
4. Circular aperture beautifully enhances defocused images
A round aperture makes it possible to enhance a defocused image with smooth gradations and depict a scene naturally, for example, sunshine filtering through foliage or grass glistening with morning dew.
Note: Dynax DT series lenses are not compatible with conventional 35mm SLR cameras.
Konica Minolta AF DT ZOOM 18-70mm F3.5-5.6 (D)
| Focal length*: |
18-70mm
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| Angle of view: | 76° (18mm) - 23° (70mm)
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| Aperture: | Maximum: f/3.5(18mm) –5.6 (70mm) Minimum: f/22(18mm)-36(70mm)
Blades: 7-blade circular
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| Optics: | Construction: 11 elements in 9 groups
Includes one AD (anomalous dispersion) glass elements and one Aspheric element.
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| Focusing: | AF motor: Camera body (coupler)
Method: Front focusing
Minimum focus distance: 0.38m
Maximum magnification: 1/4
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| Filter diameter: | 55mm
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| Lens hood: | Petal-type hood with bayonet mount
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| Dimensions: | 66 (dia.) x 77 (length) mm
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| Weight: | 240g
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| Lens mount: | Minolta A mount
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| Standard accessories: | Front cap, Rear cap, Lens hood
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| Optional accessory: | Soft case |
Konica Minolta AF DT ZOOM 11-18mm F4.5-5.6 (D)
| Focal length*: |
11-18mm
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| Angle of view: | 104° (11mm) - 76° (18mm)
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| Aperture: | Maximum: f/4.5(11mm) –5.6(18mm) Minimum: f/22(11mm)-29(18mm)
Blades: 7-blade circular
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| Optics: | Construction: 15 elements in 12 groups
Includes one AD (anomalous dispersion) glass elements and three Aspheric elements.
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| Focusing: | AF motor: Camera body (coupler)
Method: Internal focusing
Minimum focus distance: 0.25m
Maximum magnification: 1/8
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| Filter diameter: | 77mm
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| Lens hood: | Petal-type hood with bayonet mount
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| Dimensions: | 83 (dia.) x 80.5 (length) mm
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| Weight: | 350g
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| Lens mount: | Minolta A mount
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| Standard accessories: | Front cap, Rear cap, Lens hood
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| Optional accessory: | Soft case |
Konica Minolta AF DT ZOOM 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 (D)
| Focal length*: |
18-200mm
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| Angle of view: | 76° (18mm) - 8° (200mm)
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| Aperture: | Maximum: f/3.5(18mm) –6.3(200mm) Minimum: f/22(18mm)-40(200mm) Blades: 7-blade circular
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| Optics: | Construction: 15 elements in 13 groups
Includes two AD (anomalous dispersion) glass elements and three Aspheric elements.
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| Focusing: | AF motor: Camera body (coupler)
Method: Internal focusing
Minimum focus distance: 0.45m
Maximum magnification: 1/3.71
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| Filter diameter: | 62mm
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| Lens hood: | Petal-type hood with bayonet mount
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| Dimensions: | 73 (dia.) x 85.65 (length) mm
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| Weight: | 407g
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| Lens mount: | Minolta A mount
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| Standard accessories: | Front cap, Rear cap, Lens hood
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| Optional accessory: | Soft case
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*:Lens focal lengths indicates the focal length obtained when the lens is mounted on a 35mm SLR body. When mounted on the Dynax 7D and Dynax 5D, the actual focal length will be approximately 1.5x longer than the stated focal length.
*AF DT lens series are not compatible with conventional 35mm SLR cameras. * Maxxum, Dynax are trademarks or registered trademarks of Konica Minolta Photo Imaging, Inc.
