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Konica Minolta DiMAGE S414

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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26th of 28 in Advanced (#1 is Canon S90 IS)
73rd of 77 in $150 - $200 (#1 is Canon SD1200 IS)

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Editors' Comments

The 4-megapixel Minolta DiMAGE S414 is an updated version of Minolta's popular S404. What sets the Minolta S414 apart is its price -- it packs an impressive 4x optical zoom, a good selection of manual features, yet still costs substantially less than other 4-megapixel cameras. read more

Specifications

4.0 megapixels (effective)
4x optical zoom/2.2x digital zoom
auto and manual focus
program and manual exposure
JPEG and TIFF file formats
ISO range 64-400

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Answered Questions for the S414

Q: my display does not read correctlly when turned on - why ?: A: George,Batteries? I started to use the camera with 1800 mAh batteries and have slowly moved up the power scale as... read more
Q: DiMage S404 Drains Out Batteries.: A: Minolta is out of the digital camera business now. SONY, however, has taken over repair and support for Minolta brand... read more
Q: KMDiMAGE S414 - LCD cracked / display does not work: A: If you don't have manufacturer's warranty and if you did not buy extended warranty then you probably want to find... read more

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Open Questions for the S414

Q: camera will not read card message continues after all instructions are followed.: 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: my konica minolta dimage wont turn on when I try to open the door-that-turns-it-on.: 4 replies

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3.22 out of 5

Average rating based on 160 total reviews: 3.22/5

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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

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Professional Reviews

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

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