Released by Konica Minolta:
Konica Minolta Introduces New Dimage Capture Remote Imaging Software
New software created to enhance the capabilities of the new Konica Minolta DiMAGE A2 digital camera
Las Vegas, NV (February 12, 2004) – Konica Minolta introduces the new DiMAGE Capture remote-imaging software for Konica Minolta’s new DiMAGE A2 8 megapixel digital camera. With a simple USB connection, the DiMAGE A2 can be controlled and monitored from a computer as well as allowing direct storage of image data to the computer’s hard drive.
DiMAGE Capture allows basic camera settings to be made with the user’s computer mouse. By connecting the Minolta DiMAGE A2 digital camera to a computer with a Windows operating system, users can record images directly through the computer. Images can be transferred quickly to the computer’s hard drive via USB 2.0 interface.
“Konica Minolta’s new DiMAGE Capture software gives photographers direct control over their DiMAGE A2 as well as immediate storage of images,” said Jon Sienkiewicz, vice president of marketing, Konica Minolta’s Camera Division. “This added flexibility ensures that the camera can be used to document ongoing or critical procedures where access to the camera remotely is desired or where it’s simply necessary to be working with a full-size monitor.”
DiMAGE Capture software is ideal for table top photography, studio photography, macro photography, remote observation of wildlife, harsh environments, awkward camera positions, photos taken for use on Internet auction sites and industrial applications such as monitoring production sites or test labs.
Easy Operation
DiMAGE Capture provides access to almost all DiMAGE A2 camera functions, from basic settings to the advanced features, such as Flex Focus Point (FFP), Flex White Balance and the others. Users can navigate easily by moving and clicking the mouse point on the easy-to-understand dialogue boxes or on an image displayed on the screen of a connected computer. Most of the settings on the operating windows can be saved or reset to default values if necessary.
Total Control
In addition to giving photographers direct control over the DiMAGE A2, a preview function is available by simply clicking the Preview button. Live image or Preview image can be confirmed clearly through the viewfinder on a PC monitor.
Quick Workflow
A large amount of image data can be downloaded directly to a computer quickly via USB 2.0 while shooting, and instantly viewed with the DiMAGE Viewer after shooting. Furthermore, RAW and JPEG can be recorded at the same time when the mode is selected.
Minimum System Requirement:
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Computer IBM PC/AT compatible models
CPU* Pentium 600MHz or faster
Operating System Windows 2000, Professional, Windows XP Professional, and Home Edition
RAM* 128MB or more of RAM
Hard Disk Space 200MB or more of available hard-disk space
Monitor 1024x768 pixels or greater is recommended
Number of Colors True Color (24 bit) or more
* The CPU and RAM must satisfy the requirements of the operating system.
About Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A., Inc.
Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A., Inc., headquartered in Mahwah, NJ, is the North American sales and marketing subsidiary of Konica Minolta Holdings, Inc. (Tokyo, Japan). On August 5, 2003 Konica Minolta Holdings, Inc. was formed to enhance both the competitive business capabilities and earning capacities of Konica Corporation and Minolta Co., Ltd.
Consumers around the world have come to know and trust the Konica and Minolta brands for all their imaging needs. Since the earliest days of the photo industry, Minolta and Konica have applied their talents and resources to create products and services that are essential to the world of imaging. Today, these efforts concentrate on the most important aspects of imaging: the quality of the images, the tools and methods for creating images, and the creation of environments for the application of images.
This focus on the essentials of imaging ties together the company’s key business and consumer product lines. Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A., Inc. is a leading manufacturer and marketer of 35mm and Advanced Photo System film, single-use cameras, digital and 35mm film cameras, accessory lenses, binoculars, photographic and color measurement meters. In addition the company offers color print photo papers, Inkjet photo paper, digital minilabs, digital film scanners, optical instruments, software and advanced imaging and sensing technologies. Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A., Inc. also provides wholesale photofinishing services and Internet imaging services. It is a complete imaging company, from input through output.
For more information about Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A., Inc., its products and services, visit www.ph.konicaminolta.us.
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