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
25 Overall Score
Price €0
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong stabilization (70th percentile) 70th
Cons
- Below average af (1st percentile)
- Below average video (19th percentile)
- Below average build (21st percentile)
- Below average display (23rd 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 | Sony a1 II | Fujifilm X-H2 | Nikon Z Z9 | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | bridge | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 20MP 1/2.3-inch | 32.5MP full-frame | 50.1MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 45.7MP full-frame | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | 5 | 1053 | 759 | 425 | 493 | 315 |
| Burst FPS | 6 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 30 | 75 |
| Video | 1080p | 6K @120fps | 8K @120fps | 8K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 6K @120fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 435 | 609 | 658 | 579 | 1160 | 721 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minolta ProShot MN40Z | 1.1 | 33.8 | 21 | 51.6 | 19.4 | 24.5 | 44.7 | 23.4 | 43.7 | 31.2 | 69.5 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III Compare | 98.2 | 85.9 | 94.3 | 92.4 | 98 | 57 | 96.2 | 98.9 | 92.6 | 92.2 | 99.5 |
| Sony a1 II Compare | 95 | 98.5 | 96.3 | 89.8 | 98.5 | 67 | 91.4 | 99.4 | 92.6 | 96.9 | 99.5 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 Compare | 86.2 | 95.1 | 88.9 | 83.7 | 99.9 | 98.6 | 96.7 | 81 | 92.6 | 87 | 92.8 |
| Nikon Z Z9 Compare | 88.8 | 87.5 | 99.5 | 96 | 98.5 | 63.2 | 97.1 | 81 | 92.6 | 92.2 | 82.9 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 Compare | 81.9 | 85.9 | 97.4 | 94.8 | 96.7 | 54.5 | 88.5 | 81 | 92.6 | 77.1 | 95.6 |
Usage Scores
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