Konica Minolta 7D User Manual

Item # UPC Code #
2181-301 0-43325-99603-0

MAXXUM 7D

The 6 Megapixel, Interchangeable-Lens Digital SLR
Camera with the World’s First Body - Intergral
Anti-Shake Technology

SPECIFICATIONS

Camera Type: Interchangeable-lens digital SLR camera
Lens Mount: Minolta A-type bayonet mount
Image Capture: Total pixels: 6.3 million, effective pixels: 6.1 million CCD

(23.5mm x 15.7mm, Interline primary color, interlace scan
Sensitivity: Auto and 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, and 3200 ISO

equivalents

Aspect Ratio: 3:2
Recording: Recording Media: Type I and Type II CompactFlash cards,

Microdrive, SD Memory Cards, and MultiMedia Cards with optional
CompactFlash Adapter SD-SF

File Format: JPEG, RAW, RAW+JPEG (DCF 2.0 compliant, DPOF
(supported by printing functions in ver/1.1), Exif 2.2)

Number of Recorded Pixels: L: 3008 x 2000, M: 2256 x 1496, S:
1504 x 1000

Storage Capacity: Approximate storage capacity of a 256MB
CompactFlash Card:

L M S

RAW 26 frames — —
RAW+JPEG 19 frames 21 frames 23 frames
Extra Fine 41 frames 72 frames 157 frames
Fine 81 frames 141 frames 292 frames
Standard 1138 frames 1235 frames 463 frames

Color Modes: Natural: sRGB, Natural +: sRGB, Adobe RGB
Image Quality Modes: Standard, Fine, Extra Fine, RAW, RAW+JPEG

(Fine)

Image Correction: Contrast, Color saturation, Sharpness, Hue (5 levels)
Noise Reduction: Available (at shutter speed longer than 1 sec.,

ON/OFF selectable)
Delete Function: Single frame, Marked frames, or All frames in a folder

in card can be deleted.
White Balance Control: Automatic, Preset (Daylight, Shade, Cloudy,

Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash), Custom, Color temperature setting avail­able

Playback: LCD monitor: 2.5-inch TFT color; Total pixels: 207,000;
Navigation system: (Enlarged display, Automatic rotate function); Number
of frame displayed: 1, Index (4, 9, 16 selectable); Display mode: Image
only, Image + text, Image + text + histogram; Enlarged playback (up to
approx. 5x), Luminance limit Display, File browser, Slideshow, Instant
bracket playback

Autofocus System: Through-the-lens (TTL) phase-detection system
AF Sensors: CCD line sensors (9 points, 8 lines with center cross-hair

sensor)

AF Sensitivity Range: EV -1–EV18 (ISO 100)
Autofocus Area: Wide focus area, any local focus area is selectable

from 9 point sensors

Specifications continued

SPECIFICATIONS (cont.)

Focus Modes: Autofocus/Manual focus can be selected.
Autofocus Modes: Single-shot AF, Continuous AF, Automatic Autofocus

(DMF is selectable in menu); Predictive focus control for moving
subjects; Auto-tracking focus point display

Focus Lock: By pressing the shutter release button halfway down
AF Illuminator: With built-in flash, 3.3–16.4 ft./1.0–5.0m
Autoexposure System: TTL metering using 14-segment

honeycomb-pattern SPC (14-segment Honeycomb-pattern/
Center-weighted/Spot metering)

Metering Range: EV 0–20 (EV 3–20 in spot metering)
*at ISO100 with f/1.4 lens

Exposure Modes: P/Full-auto program (Programmed AE with program
shift), A (Aperture priority), S (Shutter priority), M (Manual)

Exposure Compensation: +/- 3 EV in 1/2 increments, +/- 2 EV in
1/3 increments

AE Lock: Automatically activated with AF lock, Available with
AE lock button

Flash Metering: ADI, Pre-flash TTL, Manual flash control
Guide Number: 12 (in meters at ISO 100), 17 (in meters ISO 200)
Flash Coverage: 24mm
Recycling Time: 3 sec. (approx.)
Flash Control: Manual switchover type. Lift-up for Fill Flash, push down

for Flash Cancel
Flash Modes: Fill Flash, Flash Cancel, Red-eye Reduction (pre-flash),

Wireless/Remote Off-camera Flash, Rear Flash Sync., High-Speed Sync

Flash Compensation: +/- 2 EV in 1/2 increments
Accessory External Flashes: Program Flash 5600HS(D), 3600HS(D),

2500(D), Macro Twin Flash 2400*, Macro Ring Flash 1200* with flash
sync. terminal
*Macro Flash Controller is necessary

Shutter: Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane shutter
Shutter Speed Range: 30–1/4000 sec., Bulb
Flash Sync Speed: 1/160 sec. (with Anti-shake OFF), 1/125 sec. (with

Anti-shake ON)
Drive Modes: Single, Continuous; 10 sec. /2 sec. self-timer; Single

bracket, Continuous bracket
Continuous Advance: Approx 3 fps
Approximate number of frames that can be captured at one time:

L M S

RAW 9 frames - -

RAW+JPEG 9 frames 9 frames 9 frames
Extra fine 12 frames 14 frames 20 frames
Fine 15 frames 19 frames 30 frames
Standard 19 frames 26 frames 43 frames

L: 3008 x 2000, M: 2256 x 1496, S: 1504 x 1000

Exposure Bracketing: In 0.3/0.5 EV increments, 3/5 frames
Interval Recording: Interval time: 30 sec. / 1–10, 15, 20, 30, 45, 60min.,

2–240 frames. Start timer is equipped (Setting: 0.5–24H, in 0.5
increments)

Other Functions: Instant playback, Customizing, Zone matching
Anti-Shake: CCD-Shift Anti-shake system with LED indicator in viewfinder;

Anti-shake effect equivalent to 2–3 steps in shutter speed (Actual effect
varies depending on shooting conditions and the lens used.)

Viewfinder: Eye-level fixed pentaprism
Focusing Screen: Spherical Acute Matte (G-type standard)

*Interchangeable focusing screens available (type M, L, ML) at service
facilities.

Field-of-View: Approx. 95%
Magnification: 0.9X (with 50mm lens focused on infinity)
Diopter Control: -3.0 to +1.0 m-1

Eye Relief: 25mm from the eyepiece, 21mm from the eyepiece frame

in -1 m-1; Eyepiece cup is removable.

Video Output: NTSC / PAL
Audio Signal: Ye s
Printing Output Control: Exif Print, PRINT Image Matching II,

PictBridge

PC Interface: USB 2.0 High-Speed
Remote Function: Remote data storage available (Remote-storage

function software DiMAGE Transfer for Maxxum7D is available for free
download. (It will be released in January 2005.)

Power: One NP-400 lithium-ion battery
Battery Condition Indication: 4-stage indicator appears when camera

is turned on
External Power Source: 6V DC (with specified AC adapter AC-11),

Vertical Control Grip VC-7D
Battery Performance (with fresh batteries): Number of recoding

images: Approx. 400 frames (CIPA measurement*1) Conforming to
CIPA standard test method with a compact flash card and an NP-400
lithium-ion battery; Approx. 600 frames (Konica Minolta measurement
A*2); Approx. 2000 frames (Konica Minolta measurement B*3)
Conditions: Anti-Shake ON, Recording media: 512MB CompactFlash
Cards, Battery: lithium-ion Battery NP-400, *1: CIPA: Camera & Imaging
Products Association *2: Flash OFF, other conditions are same as CIPA
measurement. *3: Drive mode: 5 frames continuous shooting, Flash OFF,
Instant Playback: NO

Dimensions (W x H x D): 5.91 x 4.17 x 3.05 inches (150 x 106 x 77.5mm)
Weight: 26.81 ounces / 760g (without batteries and recoding media)
Operating Temperature: 32–104° F (0–40° C)
Included Accessories: DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM, Lithium-ion Battery

NP-400, Lithium-ion Battery Charger BC-400, Wide Strap WS-4, Shoe­Cap SC-1000, Eyepiece Cap II, Eyepiece Cup EC-1400, Body Cap
BDC-1000, Remote Cord Clip, LCD Monitor Protect Panel MPP-1000,
USB Cable USB-2, Video Cable VC-500

Main Optional Accessories: Vertical Control Grip VC-7D, Camera Case
CS-7D, AC Adapter AC-11, SD-CF Card Adapter SD-CF 1, Remote Cord
RC-1000S, Remote Cord RC-1000L

COMPATIBLE COMPUTERS

IBM PC/AT compatible computers running Windows 98*/Me/2000
(Professional)/XP (Home/Professional)

Macintosh computers running OS9.0–9.2.2/OS X
v10.1.3–10.1.5/v10.2.1–10.2.8/v10.3–10.3.5

• The computer and operating system must be guaranteed by their
manufacturers to support USB interface.

• Problems may be encountered depending on what other USB devices
are being used in parallel with this product.

• Only a built-in USB port is supported. Problems may be encountered
when the camera is connected to a USB hub.

• Normal operation may not be possible even when all the system
requirements are met.

* Users with Windows 98 and Windows 98 Second Edition operating

system must install dedicated driver software included in the DiMAGE
viewer CD-ROM.

Specifications, accessories, and system requirements are based
on the latest information available at the time of printing and are
subject to change without notice.

MAXXUM, DiMAGE, CxProcess are trademarks or registered trademarks
of Konica Minolta Camera, Inc.

Windows is either a registered trademark or a trademark of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Macintosh is
a trademark or registered trademark of Apple Computer Inc. Other
corporate names and product names are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.

Strap Eyelet

Lens Release

Accessory Shoe

Front Control Dial

Main Switch

Viewfinder

Diopter Adjustment Dial

Menu Button

Display Button

Magnification Button

Delete Button

Playback Button

AE Lock Button

Metering Mode Dial

AF/MF Button

Rear Control Dial

Controller & Spot AF Button

(8 directions)

Spot AF Button

Focus Area Switch

LCD Monitor

Memory Set Button

Camera Sensitivity (ISO) Button

Anti-Shake Switch

Eyepiece Sensors

Strap Eyelet

Self-Timer Lamp

Built-In Flash

Focus-Mode Dial

Optional VC-7D
Vertical Control Grip

Exposure
Compensation Dial

Dial Release

Flash Compensation
Dial

Exposure Mode Dial

Dial Release

Drive Mode Dial

White Balance Button/Dial

Flash Sync Terminal

DC Terminal Cover

Remote Control Terminal Cover

Shutter Release

Button

MAIN SELLING POINTS

CCD-Shift Anti-Shake System

The Maxxum 7D is the world’s first digital SLR camera with
body-integral Anti-Shake Technology and CCD Shift Mechanism,
bringing an exciting new level of performance to Maxxum AF SLR
lenses including macro, wideangle, zoom, telephoto, and super
telephoto focal lengths.

This new technology reduces unintentional image blur caused
by camera shake when taking photos with slow shutter speeds
in dimly lit or twilight scenes, in natural light with a telephoto lens,
and with macro shots, without relying on a higher ISO setting or the
aid of a flash or tripod. Anti-shake instantly and precisely shifts the
CCD to compensate for camera motion, responding quickly to
erratic shaking caused by the photographer’s hands as well as
broad, slow-swaying motions of the camera body.

The Maxxum 7D’s award winning anti-shake technology was
selected as “European Photo Innovation of the Year 2004 – 2005”
by EISA*2 and provides the equivalent correction effect*3 of a
shutter speed 2 – 3 steps faster. The anti-shake function can be
switched on or off as desired. When active, an anti-shake indicator
is displayed in the viewfinder.

*2) The European Imaging and Sound Association, publishing 50

major photography and AV magazines in 20 European countries

*3) Anti-shake picture blur correction effect varies with shooting

conditions and lenses used

CxProcess™ III Image Optimization

Konica Minolta’s exclusive CxProcess III technology brings out the
best from the Maxxum 7D’s 6.1-million effective pixel APS-C size
CCD. CxProcess III optimizes color saturation, edge sharpness,
and highlight/shadow contrast to ensure that colors are rendered
true-to-life. CxProcess III also suppresses noise during slow-shutter
imaging, and assures rich textural detail and spatial perspective
for vivid yet natural reproduction of skin tones, clouds, and other
subjects with delicate surface textures.

Advanced LSI Image Processing

A newly developed Advanced LSI (Large Scale Integration) image
processing engine in the Maxxum 7D enables high-speed processing
of large quantities of data and improves image processing at high­sensitivity settings, ensuring reduced image noise while retaining
high picture quality. This combination also helps ensure a handling
response similar to the smooth-shooting rhythm associated with
conventional 35mm film SLRs.

High-Performance,Through-the-Lens Viewfinder

A spherical acute matte focusing screen is used for accurate and
bright critical focusing assessment. The optical glass pentaprism
viewfinder features a 0.9X magnification and 95% field-of-view
for easy scene evaluation and composition, even when using
small-aperture telephoto lenses.

High-Definition, 2.5-inch Color LCD Monitor

The 2.5-inch LCD monitor’s large screen and ultra-fine 207,000­pixel resolution make it easy to check the details of images after
shooting. Capable of simultaneous image and histogram display,
the monitor can also be set to display images with overexposed
and underexposed areas highlighted for quick identification.
In addition, automatic focus-point detection with 10x enlargement
makes it easy to check for correct focus, and you can simultane­ously display all of the frames in an auto-exposure-bracketing
series to facilitate “best shot” selection.

Menu & Navigation Display

The LCD monitor also works as a Navigation Display enabling
seamless operation with clear, concise camera settings displayed
along with comprehensive shooting information indicated in large,
easy-to-read text. The display automatically switches from
horizontal to vertical format with camera position change and
switches off as you look into the viewfinder.

VIEWFINDER INFORMATION

Selling Points continued

Flash compensation
indicator

Wireless/remote flash
indicator

Manual focus indicator

Focus signals

Camera shake

warning

Frames-remaining

counter

EV Scale

Aperture display

Shutter speed display

AE lock indicator

High-speed sync indicator

MAIN SELLING POINTS (cont.)

Intuitive Operation with Dial-&-Lever System

The Maxxum 7D inherits its dial and lever operation system from
the world-renowned Maxxum 7, a 35mm AF SLR highly regarded
for its user friendliness. The Maxxum 7D’s intuitive operation
makes it ideal for users moving up to the new, digital model from
its 35mm predecessor. The exposure compensation dial and
easy to use exposure mode dials are also borrowed from the
Maxxum 7, making it comfortably familiar and helping users
respond quickly to changing shooting conditions or picture
opportunities. A separate white-balance dial is provided for
quick, easy white balance control.

High-Performance, High-Speed Autofocusing

The Maxxum 7D incorporates a central, cross hair type, 9-point
and 8-line AF sensor array providing high-precision autofocusing
and high-performance subject tracking of moving subjects.
This wide-area coverage gives you great creative flexibility in
how you frame your subject. The AF system features both
Predictive Focus Control and Omni-Dimensional Subject Tracking
for high-speed focus adjustment, making it ideal for fleeting
moments or sports photography.

Four focusing modes ensure optimum performance in a wide
range of situations—AF-S for single-shot AF, AF-C for continuous
AF, and AF-A that automatically switches from single-shot to
continuous AF when it detects subject movement. In addition,
the Maxxum 7D features the same AF/MF control layout featured
on the Maxxum 7. Another focusing option that is particularly
useful for macro and portrait photography is the Maxxum 7D’s
Direct Manual Focus, which combines the advantages of AF
operation with the ability to focus manually whenever the shutter
button is pressed halfway down.

RAW+JPEG Simultaneous Recording

The Maxxum 7D can shoot either RAW or JPEG images or both
combined with the simultaneous RAW+JPEG dual-format capture
mode for improved, post-shoot workflow. Simultaneous RAW and
JPEG data recording gives you much greater freedom in how you
process your images. By saving the image in both formats, you
can quickly display the JPEG version as a reference when you
edit and process the RAW data for final output as a beautiful
gallery-quality print suitable for framing and permanent display.

High-Speed Continuous Advance with
128MB Buffer Memory

The Maxxum 7D enables high-speed continuous shooting of up to
nine consecutive frames at up to three frames per second in both
RAW and RAW+JPEG modes. Additionally, the 7D allows continuous
shooting of up to twelve 3008x2000 JPEG images at the extra-fine
image quality setting and fifteen JPEG images the same size at the
fine image quality setting. These high-speed shooting capabilities
are ideal for capturing momentary expressions, sports, or fleeting
action shots while retaining high picture quality.

Comprehensive Image Adjustment Controls

The Maxxum 7D offers a wide array of image adjustment
capabilities that will satisfy even the most demanding digital
imaging enthusiast.

Image Correction is a five-step fine control adjustment for sharpness,
contrast, color saturation, and hue. White Balance settings include
a full auto mode plus six fine-tunable presets, as well as three
custom settings for precise white balance in difficult lighting
conditions. The Maxxum 7D gives photographers a professional
level of color control with numerical settings of color temperature
over a range from 2,500K to 9,900K in 100K increments. Finally, the
7D’s Zone Matching is a new technology that allows the precise
reproduction of tonal gradations in highlights and shadows—this is
essential in difficult shooting conditions with predominant highlights
and it also helps ensure noise-free
low-light images.

Three Metering Systems

The Maxxum 7D gives you a choice of 14-segment honeycomb­pattern metering, center-weighted average metering, and spot
metering. The 14-segment honeycomb pattern metering is
particularly versatile, and employs new metering algorithms to
ensure beautiful results in extremely high-contrast or backlit
situations. Additionally, exposure compensation can be set in
1/3- or 1/2-step increments, offering even finer control.

Six Exposure Modes

In addition to aperture-priority, shutter-priotiry, and manual exposure
modes, the Maxxum 7D features three user-programmable memory
settings the store a wide range of settings for instant recall. Its
Green Program setting offers full-auto shooting ease, while the
standard Program combines the convenience of programmed
AE and creative control with instant access to aperture-priority
(PA mode) or shutter-priority (PS mode).

Advanced Distance Integration (ADI) Flash Metering

Advanced Distance Integration is available with any Maxxum
D-Series lens. By comparing information obtained from the lens’
built-in distance encoder with pre-flash metering data, ADI
calculates the optimum exposure settings and flash brightness
needed to obtain a beautiful image—even if your subject is
standing in front of a very dark, light, or reflective background.

Powerful, Versatile, and Creative Flash Performance

The Maxxum 7D supports full-featured flash photography with the
built-in flash as well as Konica Minoltas D-series flash units like the
3600HS(D) and 5600HS(D) allowing you to take advantage of TTL
flash, bounce flash, and rear-curtain flash synchronization as well
as wireless, high-speed flash for advanced off-camera setups for
pro-level flash shooting.

Mirror Lockup Shutter-Release Delay

When using long shutter speeds with the camera mounted on a
tripod, this highly sought-after SLR feature delays shutter release
for 2 seconds after mirror lockup to eliminate the effect of vibration
caused by pressing the shutter-release button or during mirror lift.

Depth-of-Field Preview

Another very desirable SLR feature is the Maxxum 7D’s depth-of­field preview. This gives you the ability to evaluate the zone of
sharp focus within your image at a given lens aperture; making it
easy to check subject and background focus or see the extent of
sharp detail in macro photography.

Highly Durable and Reliable Magnesium-Alloy Body

The Maxxum 7D is compact and stylish as well as ruggedly built.
The robust magnesium-alloy front body panel and base plate
enhance the camera’s durability and reliability.

Optional Vertical Control Grip

The dedicated VC-7D Vertical Control Grip connects to the camera
body and has a dedicated shutter-release button, front and rear
control dials, AF/MF control button, AE lock button, and AF area
selector button, for comfortable handling and confident operation
in either horizontal or vertical shooting situations. Additionally, the
VC-7D allows two lithium-ion batteries to be used simultaneously
for an enhanced power supply. And for optimum convenience and
versatility, the VC-7D allows AA batteries or standard AA Ni-MH
batteries to be used.

Optional DiMAGE MASTER Software

DiMAGE MASTER is optional software to improve creative workflow
for advanced users. Diversified tools for classifying and comparing
images boost work efficiency of selecting the best shots. A newly
developed RAW processing program enables more accurate color
reproduction.

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

DiMAGE Viewer CD-ROM
Lithium-ion Battery NP-400
Lithium-ion Battery Charger BC-400
Wide Strap WS-4
Shoe-Cap SC-1000
Eyepiece Cap II
Eyepiece Cup EC-1400
Body Cap BDC-1000
Remote Cord Clip
LCD Monitor Protect Panel MPP-1000
USB Cable USB-2
Video Cable VC-500

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Accepts all Maxxum A-type bayonet mount Autofocus
Lenses
Camera Case CS-7D
Neck Strap NS-DG900
Vertical Control Grip VC-7D
Holding Strap
Program Flash 3600HS(D)
Program Flash 5600HS(D)
Program Flash 2500(D)
Macro Flash Twin 2400
Macro Flash Ring 1200
Off-Camera Shoe OS-1100
Off-Camera Cable OC-1100
Flash Shoe Adapter FS-1100
Triple Connector TC-1000
Extension Cable
Cable CD
Bounce Reflector V-Set
External Battery Pack EP-2
Angle Finder VN
Magnifier VN
DiMAGE MASTER Software
DiMAGE Transfer (Downloadable Freeware)
Video Cable VC-400
Remote Cord RC-1000S
Remote Cord RC-1000L
AC Adapter AC-11
Battery Charger APC-130
CompactFlash Adapter for SD Memory Cards SD-CF1
PCMCIA CF Adapter Card CA-1C
SD-CF Card Adapter SD-CF 1

MAXXUM EYEPIECE CORRECTION 1000

FAR-SIGHTED VISION
8230-500 +0.5 Diopter
8230-600 +1.0 Diopter
8230-700 +1.5 Diopter
8230-800 +2.0 Diopter
8230-900 +3.0 Diopter

NEAR-SIGHTED VISION
8230-400 -1.0 Diopter
8230-300 -2.0 Diopter
8230-200 -3.0 Diopter
8230-100 -4.0 Diopter

Bundled with DiMAGE Viewer

DiMAGE Viewer supports the latest generation of Konica Minolta
digital cameras. The Viewer complements the camera by allowing
the images to be processed and edited on a computer. It lets you
view images, thumbnails, and EXIF data, and greatly simplifies
image file moving, copying, renaming, and printing. It also enables
you to add and edit comments, and to make basic tone curve, level,
and color adjustments. The DiMAGE Viewer can edit and process
numerous common image-file formats and is not limited to Konica
Minolta cameras.

DiMAGE Remote Transfer Software (free download)

DiMAGE Remote Transfer Software, available as a free download
from the Konica Minolta website, makes it possible to transfer
images directly to a PC’s hard disk drive as you shoot. In addition
to allowing you to review your images on the PC’s monitor, it lets you
shoot a large number of high-resolution images without worrying
about memory capacity.

Complete Line of Maxxum AF Lenses

The greatest advantage of an SLR camera lies in the ability to
change lenses to suit a particular subject or shooting style. The
Maxxum 7D is engineered to take full advantage of the superior
optical technologies and powerfully versatile focal lengths incorpo­rated into the Maxxum system of interchangeable AF lenses.
Aspherical optics, AD (Anomalous Dispersion) glass, and multiple
lens coatings, for example, all contribute to the beautifully crisp,
high-contrast images Maxxum lenses are known for.

Two new zoom lenses have just been added to the Maxxum system;
each designed to provide optimum image quality when used with
the Maxxum 7D. Konica Minolta’s AF ZOOM 17 – 35 mm F2.8 – 4
(D) and AF ZOOM 28 – 75 mm F2.8 (D) offer superior handling
characteristics and outstanding image quality, making them ideal for
a diverse range of shooting situations.

Complete Line of Maxxum SLR System Accessories

The Maxxum 7D is truly a digital camera you can grow with. A
broad range of Maxxum system accessories are available including
powerful D-series flash units, macro flash units, remote cords,
diopter correction, angle viewfinder, magnifier, an external battery
pack, and more, adding versatility for all shooting styles and
enhancing flexibility for any photographer’s needs.

Three Interchangeable Focusing Screen

Three newly developed, focusing screens are now available for the
Maxxum 7D in addition to the Focusing Screen 7D type G (all matte)
supplied with the camera. For a nominal service charge, the Konica
Minolta main office in Mahwah NJ will install the following screens:
Type L (Spherical Matte field with grid); Type M (Super Spherical
Matte field) for manual focus control with lenses having maximum
apertures of f/2.8 or wider and Type ML (Super Spherical Matte
field with grid).