Minolta MND65 MND65 Black
About This Camera
The Minolta MND65 is a compact and fun camera capable of producing high-resolution images and ultra clear 4K 60FPS UHD video even in a compact package. This featured packed camera covers a variety of shooting situations with its crystal clear autofocus lens and 18x digital zoom. Thanks to a strong and accurate sensor, the MND65 can extract 56-megapixel photos. The 3.0" IPS 16:9 LCD screen at the rear and built-in LED assistive flash lets you review and compose your images with ease. It features a microSDXC card slot that's compatible with up to 256GB of capacity, while intelligent scene modes help ensure you get the best image. Anti-shake digital image stabilization enables image capture in high speed and low-light by electronically minimizing motion blur. An integrated rear lens allows capturing selfies with ease, and the advanced feature set enhances imaging results. With a set of interchangeable color faceplates (sold separately), you can also add a personal touch to your camera. Its compact size and wireless to smartphone connectivity make it easy to capture the moment and share it with others. Fully expandable to allow you to add mount videos accessories on the shoe-accessory mount, a 3.5mm microphone with its extra I/O ports, and 52mm front lens diameter threading to attach auxiliary lenses and filters.
- 3.0-inch IPS 16:9 LCD monitor 3.0-inch LCD monitor for clear viewing and easy navigating
- 56.0 Megapixels With an autofocus lens, captures up to 56.0 megapixel still photos that you can crop or enlarge without losing image quality
- 18x Digital zoom Built-in perfect angle lens with 18x digital zoom to get you closer to the action when needed
- 4K Ultra HD video Records 4K Ultra HD 60FPS video with rich detail and vibrant color and 1080P FHD 120FPS
- Anti-shake Anti-Shake Digital Image Stabilization helps you compose your best shot
- Special shooting modes Intelligent shooting modes include scene modes, photo burst, face detection, slow-mo, color filters, time-lapse, loop recording and smile capture
- Rear Selfie Lens An integrated, second photo capture lens located above the LCD monitor allows capturing selfie shots with ease
- Assistive lighting White LED flash light to help boost clarity in darker environments
- 52mm Front lens threading The front lens is threaded to accept auxiliary lenses, filters and other attachments with a diameter of 52mm
- Macro mode Shoot close-ups in vivid detail and clear focus using Macro mode
- Smart recording Time-Lapse and Slow-Motion recording add a new dimension to how you capture video
- Microphone expandable An included 3.5mm I/O port allows you to attach any microphone to capture an even higher definition of sounds with your videos
- Acceossory shoe mount Built-in shoe mount to allow the mounting of an external LED video light, microphone or stabilizer
- 32GB Memory included Includes a 32GB SD memory card so you can use the camera right out of the box
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong connectivity (75th percentile) 75th
- Strong stabilization (72th percentile) 72th
Cons
- Below average af (0th percentile)
- Below average sensor (7th percentile) 7th
- Below average build (9th percentile) 9th
- Below average display (26th percentile) 26th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Size | 1/2.3-inch" |
| Megapixels | 13 |
Autofocus
| AF Points | 1 |
| Eye AF | No |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 6 |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 |
| 1080p FPS | 120 |
| Codec | H.264 |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3 |
Build
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.6 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| USB | USB-C |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
Value & Pricing
vs Competition
| Spec | Minolta MND65 MND65 | Canon EOS R EOS R6 Mark III | Pentax K-3 K-3 Mark III | Fujifilm X-T50 X-T50 | Panasonic LUMIX G85 DMC-G85MK | Sony Alpha 6100 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | compact | mirrorless | DSLR | mirrorless | mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Sensor | 13MP 1/2.3-inch | 32.5MP full-frame | 25.7MP aps-c | 40.2MP aps-c | 16MP micro-four-thirds | 25MP APS-C |
| AF Points | 1 | 1053 | 101 | 117 | 49 | 425 |
| Burst FPS | 6 | 40 | 12 | 13 | 10 | 11 |
| Video | 4K @60fps | 6K @120fps | 4K @30fps | 6K @60fps | 4K @30fps | 4K @30fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | false |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | false | true | false |
| Weight (g) | 254 | 609 | 712 | 389 | 408 | 397 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minolta MND65 MND65 | 0.4 | 36.1 | 9.3 | 56.4 | 47.9 | 6.5 | 44.9 | 26 | 75 | 29.3 | 72.1 |
| Canon EOS R EOS R6 Mark III Compare | 98.4 | 88 | 94.9 | 93.1 | 89.6 | 58.8 | 96.6 | 99.2 | 93.3 | 94.6 | 99.5 |
| Pentax K-3 K-3 Mark III Compare | 74.9 | 76.1 | 97.3 | 72 | 58.7 | 90.1 | 98.8 | 56.5 | 93.3 | 94.6 | 84.7 |
| Fujifilm X-T50 X-T50 Compare | 77.7 | 74.9 | 16.8 | 79.9 | 92.2 | 97.1 | 44.9 | 84.3 | 93.3 | 94.6 | 93.5 |
| Panasonic LUMIX G85 DMC-G85MK Compare | 65.1 | 77.1 | 90.8 | 81.1 | 66.3 | 9.6 | 98.8 | 84.3 | 76.3 | 94.6 | 84.7 |
| Sony Alpha 6100 Compare | 88.1 | 75.6 | 17.2 | 74.8 | 58.7 | 89.9 | 90.7 | 61.1 | 77.3 | 94.6 | 32.4 |
Usage Scores
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