Up to 2GB (CompactFlash; early body, smaller cards recommended)
Battery
4 AA batteries
Size
128 x 68 x 59 mm
Weight
380 g with batteries
Minolta DiMAGE EX 1500 Zoom FAQ
What battery does the Minolta DiMAGE EX 1500 Zoom use?
Minolta DiMAGE EX 1500 Zoom uses 4 AA batteries. 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 Minolta DiMAGE EX 1500 Zoom take?
Minolta DiMAGE EX 1500 Zoom uses Compact Flash. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2GB (CompactFlash; early body, smaller cards recommended); 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 Minolta DiMAGE EX 1500 Zoom worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 1 MP Konica Minolta digital camera from 1998 with 1/2-inch (6.4 x 4.8 mm) CCD. 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 Minolta DiMAGE EX 1500 Wide and Minolta DiMAGE F100.
How do you transfer photos from the Minolta DiMAGE EX 1500 Zoom?
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.
Minolta DiMAGE EX 1500 Zoom is worth judging as its own Minolta DiMAGE EX-series 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
Minolta DiMAGE EX 1500 Zoom works best when you want simple snapshots, direct flash, and the relaxed character people look for in older digital compacts rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its compact CCD sensor and 38-115mm equivalent, 3x 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 Minolta DiMAGE EX 1500 Wide, Minolta DiMAGE V, Konica e-mini, Konica Q-M100V to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
