4.8-13 mm f/5-5.6, 34-92 mm equivalent detachable zoom lens
Memory card
SmartMedia
Max memory
Up to 128MB (SmartMedia)
Battery
4 AA batteries
Size
131 x 71.5 x 37 mm
Weight
250 g
Minolta DiMAGE V FAQ
What battery does the Minolta DiMAGE V use?
Minolta DiMAGE V 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 V take?
Minolta DiMAGE V uses SmartMedia. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 128MB (SmartMedia); 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 V worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 0.3 MP Konica Minolta digital camera from 1998 with 1/3-inch CCD, 0.35 MP. 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 S414 and Minolta DiMAGE X.
How do you transfer photos from the Minolta DiMAGE V?
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 V is worth judging as its own Minolta DiMAGE early 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
Minolta DiMAGE V 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 early compact CCD sensor and 34-92mm equivalent detachable zoom lens 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 2300, Minolta DiMAGE 2330, Minolta DiMAGE EX 1500 Wide, Konica e-mini to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
