Sensor type1/2.5-inch interline primary-color CCD, 4.2 MP total
Specs
Release year
2005
Megapixels
4 MP
Sensor
1/2.5-inch interline primary-color CCD, 4.2 MP total
Lens
4.6-12.8 mm f/2.8-4.5, 28-78 mm equivalent
Memory card
SD / MMC
Max memory
Up to 2GB (SD/MMC; early body, SDHC/SDXC cards are not supported)
Battery
Konica Minolta NP-800 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Size
4.9 x 2.7 x 1.8 in (approx. 124 x 69 x 46 mm)
Weight
Approx. 13.8 oz / 391 g without battery, media or strap
Konica Minolta DIGITAL Genba Kantoku DG-5W FAQ
What battery does the Konica Minolta DIGITAL Genba Kantoku DG-5W use?
Konica Minolta DIGITAL Genba Kantoku DG-5W uses Konica Minolta NP-800 rechargeable Li-ion battery. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Konica Minolta DIGITAL Genba Kantoku DG-5W take?
Konica Minolta DIGITAL Genba Kantoku DG-5W uses SD / MMC. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2GB (SD/MMC; early body, SDHC/SDXC cards are not supported); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Konica Minolta DIGITAL Genba Kantoku DG-5W worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 4 MP Konica Minolta digital camera from 2005 with 1/2.5-inch interline primary-color CCD, 4.2 MP total. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Konica Minolta options, compare Konica Minolta DIGITAL Genba Kantoku DG-4W and Konica Minolta DiMAGE A2.
How do you transfer photos from the Konica Minolta DIGITAL Genba Kantoku DG-5W?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Konica Minolta DIGITAL Genba Kantoku DG-5W is worth judging as its own Konica Minolta rugged compact body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Konica Minolta DIGITAL Genba Kantoku DG-5W works best when you want beach days, rain, travel, and rougher bags where a normal compact feels too delicate rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its rugged compact CCD sensor and 28-78mm equivalent, 2.8x optical zoom are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Konica Minolta DIGITAL Genba Kantoku DG-4W, Konica DG-3Z, Pentax Optio WP, Konica Minolta DiMAGE X1 to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
