Minolta ProShot MN40Z Black
A 20MP 1/2.3-inch BSI CMOS sensor combines with a 40x optical zoom lens covering a 24–960mm equivalent range, stabilized optically for sharper handheld shots at extreme focal lengths. Built-in Wi-Fi, scene modes like face beautifier and HDR, and AAA battery power add straightforward, travel-friendly versatility. It suits casual beginners and travelers who prioritize long reach and simple operation over low-light or video performance.
Type bridge
Sensor 20MP 1/2.3-inch
AF Points 5 pts
Burst 6 fps
Video 1080p
IBIS Yes
Weight 435 g
26 Overall Score
Price CA$430
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong stabilization (72th percentile) 72th
Cons
- Below average af (1th percentile)
- Below average build (20th percentile)
- Below average video (20th percentile)
- Below average display (25th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Owner sentiment has cooled since launch
Based on 12 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | BSI CMOS |
| Size | 1/2.3-inch" |
| Megapixels | 20 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 |
Autofocus
| AF Points | 5 |
| Eye AF | No |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 6 |
Video
| Max Resolution | 1080p |
| 1080p FPS | 30 |
| Codec | H.264 |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3" |
Build
| Weight | 0.4 kg / 1.0 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Minolta ProShot MN40Z | Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III | Fujifilm X-T4 X-T4 | Sony Alpha a6700 | Panasonic Lumix S S5IIX | Nikon Zf Zf |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | bridge | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 20MP 1/2.3-inch | 32.5MP full-frame | 26.1MP aps-c | 26MP aps-c | 24.2MP full-frame | 24.5MP full-frame |
| AF Points | 5 | 1053 | 425 | 759 | 779 | 273 |
| Burst FPS | 6 | 40 | 15 | 11 | 30 | 14 |
| Video | 1080p | 6K @120fps | 4K @60fps | 4K @120fps | 6K @60fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 435 | 609 | 526 | 411 | 658 | 630 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minolta ProShot MN40Z | 1.1 | 35.5 | 19.9 | 55 | 20.4 | 25.5 | 44.9 | 25.3 | 47.8 | 31.1 | 71.8 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III Compare | 98.3 | 87.3 | 94.5 | 92.8 | 89.3 | 58.3 | 96.4 | 98.9 | 93.1 | 92 | 99.5 |
| Fujifilm X-T4 X-T4 Compare | 84.5 | 93 | 82 | 80.1 | 79.4 | 93.4 | 95.9 | 82.8 | 93.1 | 92 | 91.4 |
| Sony Alpha a6700 Compare | 95.3 | 86.4 | 90.4 | 75.4 | 87 | 91.7 | 95.1 | 82.8 | 93.1 | 96.7 | 84.4 |
| Panasonic Lumix S S5IIX Compare | 96.9 | 87.8 | 96.5 | 90.4 | 93 | 48.4 | 90.1 | 82.8 | 93.1 | 71.4 | 84.4 |
| Nikon Zf Zf Compare | 81.5 | 89 | 95.5 | 81.5 | 79.4 | 53.2 | 91.4 | 82.8 | 93.1 | 92 | 84.4 |
Price
Value & Pricing
From CA$430
Amazon.ca 1 offers From CA$430
May 2, 2026 CA$430
Usage Scores
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