Minolta MNB5Z White 2024
The 56MP CMOS sensor captures stills at a resolution typically reserved for larger bodies while 5K video recording and 5x optical zoom maintain detail at distance. Its dual-lens system seamlessly switches to a dedicated selfie lens, and the included 32GB card and rechargeable battery let you shoot immediately without extra purchases. This camera suits casual creators who want high-megapixel photos and simple 5K clips but can overlook the lack of advanced stabilization and pro‑level controls.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong video (80th percentile) 80th
- Strong sensor (75th percentile) 75th
Cons
- Below average build (3rd percentile)
- Below average social proof (14th percentile)
- Below average burst (34th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 5 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Megapixels | 56 MP |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| Log Profile | Yes |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 2.8" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | No |
Build
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.3 lbs |
Connectivity
| USB | USB-C |
vs Competition
| Spec | Minolta MNB5Z | Nikon Z Z6 | Panasonic LUMIX S S1RII | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Fujifilm X-H1 | OM System OM-5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | compact | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 56MP | 24.5MP full-frame | 44.3MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds | 24.3MP aps-c | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 273 | 779 | 121 | 325 | 121 |
| Burst FPS | - | 12 | 40 | 15 | 100 | 30 |
| Video | 4K | 4K @30fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @30fps | 4K @30fps | 4K @30fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 150 | 585 | 710 | 580 | 998 | 366 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minolta MNB5Z | 36.4 | 39.9 | 2.8 | 33.5 | 80 | 75.4 | 46.6 | 64.1 | 50.4 | 14.1 | 35.8 |
| Nikon Z Z6 Compare | 85.1 | 94.6 | 94.7 | 77.8 | 74.4 | 59.1 | 90.8 | 86.9 | 95.1 | 89.7 | 88.7 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S S1RII Compare | 98 | 96.4 | 96.9 | 90.1 | 98.8 | 69.9 | 91.6 | 86.9 | 95.1 | 75.2 | 98.6 |
| Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III Compare | 84 | 86.9 | 94.6 | 91.3 | 69.7 | 47.2 | 93.8 | 86.9 | 95.1 | 99.9 | 97.1 |
| Fujifilm X-H1 Compare | 85.1 | 94.6 | 98.8 | 96.3 | 69.7 | 93.1 | 46.6 | 86.9 | 72.5 | 86.1 | 93.1 |
| OM System OM-5 Compare | 84 | 91.8 | 79.2 | 86.7 | 75.7 | 47.2 | 90.8 | 86.9 | 89.5 | 70.9 | 94.2 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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Price History
Usage Scores
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