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 816 g
29 Overall Score
Price CA$585
Snapshot
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 | 0.8 kg / 1.8 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Minolta ProShot MN40Z | Fujifilm X-T5 | Sony Alpha a7 IV | Nikon Zf | OM System OM-1 | Panasonic LUMIX S S1RII |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | bridge | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 20MP 1/2.3-inch | 40.2MP aps-c | 33MP full-frame | 24.5MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds | 44.3MP full-frame |
| AF Points | 5 | 425 | 759 | 273 | 1053 | 779 |
| Burst FPS | 6 | 15 | 10 | 14 | 10 | 40 |
| Video | 1080p | 6K @60fps | 4K @60fps | 4K @60fps | 4K @60fps | 8K @120fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 816 | 476 | 658 | 630 | 511 | 710 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minolta ProShot MN40Z | 0.9 | 40.4 | 55.9 | 66.7 | 24.4 | 29.7 | 46.7 | 30.7 | 58.7 | 30.8 | 79.1 |
| Fujifilm X-T5 Compare | 91.2 | 91.9 | 93.2 | 84.3 | 93.3 | 99.1 | 97 | 99.3 | 95.3 | 94.3 | 95.8 |
| Sony Alpha a7 IV Compare | 96.9 | 91.2 | 96.3 | 84.3 | 83.9 | 67.6 | 98.2 | 98.4 | 95.3 | 94.3 | 93.3 |
| Nikon Zf Compare | 87.7 | 91.9 | 95.8 | 85.2 | 83.9 | 60.8 | 93.9 | 87.4 | 95.3 | 94.3 | 89.3 |
| OM System OM-1 Compare | 96.1 | 98 | 85.7 | 94.8 | 87.1 | 49.5 | 95.9 | 87.4 | 89 | 84.7 | 89.3 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S S1RII Compare | 98.1 | 96.7 | 97.1 | 90.5 | 98.9 | 70.9 | 92 | 87.4 | 95.3 | 75.2 | 98.7 |
Price
Value & Pricing
From CA$585
