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Konica Minolta DiMAGE S414
Konica Minolta DiMAGE S414
D-
HQ Grade: D-
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
  • 3 out of 5
"It's a really acceptable camera"
  • 3 out of 5
"Good resolution & features. Finicky autofocus."
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Konica Minolta DiMAGE S414 Reviews

  • 3.22 out of 5

Rating: 3.22 of 5
(160 user reviews)

Professional Reviews of the Konica Minolta S414

  • 4 out of 5
Far from perfect (DC Resource - 7/14/03)

Though the Minolta DiMAGE S414 does offer "exceptional value for the price," its overall performance is uninspiring. For buyers on a budget, however, it may offer an appealing 4 megapixel option. read original review

  • 3.45 out of 5
A mixed performer (CNET - 7/14/03)

A tepid review of the Minolta DiMAGE S414. While it is easy to use and has a good feature set, its images are average, the autofocus is slow, and its LCD's resolution is poor. read original review

  • 4.8 out of 5
An incredible deal (steal?) at just $399 (or less.) (Steve's Digicams - 7/14/03)

A great value for the price, the Minolta S414 offers good performance at a far lower price than other 4-megapixel cameras. Though the focus can be slow, the camera is ideal for both novices and experienced photographers. read original review

Konica Minolta S414 Reviews by DigitalCamera-HQ Users

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  • 3 out of 5
It's a really acceptable camera ( - 6/1/05)

The manual settings are really useful, I like the features it offers. The macro-mode is not the best, there are a lot of other cameras... read more

  • 3 out of 5
Good resolution & features. Finicky autofocus. ( - 3/2/05)

Poor autofocus (especially indoors), poor battery life, "on" wheel gets caught on things. This is not a good camera for fast paced subjects. I have... read more

  • 4 out of 5
learn the batt life and how to use the camera ( - 4/7/06)

After reading the reviews, I must say I install 2000MHA batts and let the camera sit "in the off position" for about a half hour... read more

  • 4 out of 5
It was wonderful until... ( - 3/6/06)

I love this camera and now that it is no longer working I am sad to know that I cannot replace it. I have taken... read more

  • 4 out of 5
DiMageS414- 4Stars! (Ruth Ann Merkle - 9/30/05)

GREAT SHOTS!! I originally used this camera as a Wedding Photography Backup and it has been so great I started using it for my primary... read more

  • 4 out of 5
Good camera for the money ( - 5/6/05)

I am very pleased with the price / performance of this camera.
I like the zoom, picture clarity and construction.
I only get 40 or... read more

  • 2 out of 5
The Battery Beast that Died (Bob Sweeney - 9/13/06)

I knew I was in trouble shortly after I purchased the Minolta DiMage S414. It took great pictures as long as there was life in... read more

  • 2 out of 5
Serious battery issue (John Allen - 9/12/06)

While this camera produces excellent image results, it has a serious battery issue that Minolta should have taken responsibility for. A recall of this camera... read more

  • 2 out of 5
Leaking power when switched off (Sjoerd Hiemstra - 8/16/06)

I once took 75 consecutive photos - and the batteries still had not run out of power. However, when taking a photo once in a... read more

  • 2 out of 5
Loves batteries ( - 6/19/06)

The camera is good as far as photos - but it sure eats up batteries. I have tried different brands of batteries at all price... read more

  • 2 out of 5
Good and Bad ( - 6/19/06)

I bought mine 3 years ago, and thought I'd been ripped off when it wouldn't even turn on with the best non-rechargeable batteries available. I... read more

  • 2 out of 5
It gives an err message ( - 2/1/06)

It took goopix for a while for a light user like me. You need 3 sets of batteries. It started to show err rather than... read more

  • 2 out of 5
Good pix when batteries live ( - 11/23/05)

If extreme care is taken to save the batteries, it takes good pix. Biggest problem is the switch which rubs itself on when the camera... read more

  • 2 out of 5
Ok product ( - 7/13/05)

I am now looking for a new camera after having this camera not turn on. To repair this will take more money than to buy... read more

  • 2 out of 5
Poor quality pictures ( - 6/2/05)

Every picture I take has to be put through Photoshop because it looks like there is a gray filter on it. My son has an... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Has worked like a charm ( - 7/17/06)

I've taken this on vacation and filled two 256M cards at a pop. Never failed me. Photos have been excellent. I bought it because it... read more

  • 5 out of 5
good handling ( - 12/1/05)

very great cameraread more

  • 5 out of 5
Excellent Deal ( - 7/5/05)

PROS:
(1) It takes great high resolution pictures.
(2) It's auto focus is fast
(3) I experienced to take pictures in low light, At night... read more

  • 5 out of 5
I'm very pleased with quality of pictures ( - 6/24/05)

I take a lot of family pictures & always happy with them. I had another digital (different brand) before this & had to adjust almost... read more

  • 5 out of 5
I love it ( - 3/29/05)

Takes great shots and is easy to use. It is also easy to download shots and so much cheaper to use than film cameras.read more

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