The Konica Minolta DiMAGE Z6 has everything you need to take high-quality pictures: 6.0-megapixel CCD, high-performance GT APO lens, and Konica Minolta's proprietary CxProcess III image processing technology, which gives photographers images as beautiful as those they see with their own eyes. Furthermore, the DiMAGE Z6 boasts a large, easy-to-view 2.0-inch LCD monitor which makes navigating menus easier and allows users to see exactly what they're photographing. The DiMAGE Z6's 12x optical zoom lens and 4x digital zoom combine for a total 48x zoom. Konica Minolta's proprietary CCD-shift Anti-Shake System - the same one used on the top-of-the-line Maxxum 7D and DiMAGE A200 models - is particularly effective at such high zoom ranges. It allows photographers to shoot with shutter speeds four to eight times longer (2-3 stops*2) than when shooting without an Anti-Shake function.

It also provides steady, shake-free images taken during the evening or other dimly lit shots which are susceptible to blur because of their slow shutter speed. This means significantly less blur even without a flash or tripod. To ensure that photographers don't miss their shot, the Konica Minolta DiMAGE Z6 has a Rapid AF that's the fastest autofocus for digital cameras with predictive focus control.

Focusing in a mere 0.2 second (approximately) at wide angle and only 0.3 second (approximately) at telephoto, it's ideal for capturing any subject, moving or still. In addition to Rapid AF, the DiMAGE Z6 features a fast startup, short shutter release time lag, Ultra-High-Speed Continuous Advance, Progressive Capture, and Real Motion monitor for smooth display on the LCD.

These features combine to let users capture any subject, no matter how fleeting, on the spur of the moment, and not miss a photo opportunity. In addition to beautiful stills, the DiMAGE Z6 takes high-quality, high-resolution VGA movies that look as good as TV images. These movies are also shake-free thanks to the Anti-shake function.

Key Features:

Incredible 48x Total Zoom Range
Combining the 12x optical zoom with the 4x digital zoom gives users a 48x total zoom, ideal for taking distance shots at sporting events or when capturing far-away landscapes. This incredible optical zoom delivers a focal range equivalent to a 35-420mm range on a 35mm camera lens. With the digital zoom, total zoom is equivalent to 35-1680mm.
CCD-Shift Anti-Shake Function
The DiMAGE Z6 uses Konica-Minolta's proprietary CCD-shift Anti-Shake function, convenient for telephoto shots and dimly lit situations. Anti-Shake compensates to minimize the effect of camera shake, allowing photographers to shoot with shutter speeds four to eight times longer (2-3 stops) than on cameras without an Anti-Shake function. The DiMAGE Z6 can correct shaking without increasing shutter speed or raising ISO sensitivity, factors that increase image noise. The CCD-shift method doesn't require extra correction lenses like optical anti-shake systems, so the DiMAGE Z6's body remains compact and light. The DiMAGE Z6's Anti-Shake system is effective in correcting both the fine movement of pressing the shutter-release button and the larger and slower movements of the user's body.
Rapid AF
The DiMAGE Z6 focuses in approximately 0.2 seconds at wide angle and approximately 0.3 seconds at telephoto. In Continuous AF, the DiMAGE Z5 includes Predictive Focus Control, which allows users to capture sharper images of moving subjects - like a child running in the backyard. The DiMAGE Z6 also offers improved AF accuracy through 5-point Area AF, which gives five focus areas that overlap horizontally and thus reduce AF failures that occur when subjects appear in between focus areas and cause a perspective conflict.
5.0-Megapixel CCD for Beautiful Prints
The 6.0-megapixel, 1/2.5-inch CCD produces plenty of detail for creating high-quality enlargements as big as 11x14" with superb image quality. In addition, the CCD's primary color filter offers high color fidelity.
Konica Minolta GT APO Lens
The DiMAGE Z5 employs a high-performance lens system that supports CCDs with 6 million effective pixels. The optical lens system consists of 13 elements in 10 groups and includes two AD (anomalous dispersion) glass lenses and two aspheric elements, a construction that adds up to sharp, high-quality images. Multi-coating on 14 lens surfaces ensures minimal flaring and ghosting in all zoom ranges. A 5-vane iris diaphragm beautifully reproduces a near-circular fading effect.
Superbly Detailed Images with Konica Minolta's CxProcess III
The DiMAGE Z6 incorporates CxProcess III, the latest evolution of Konica Minolta's proprietary image processing technology. This means even higher resolution and the ability to capture the subtlest details of texture, resulting in photos that look as natural as the subject itself.
High-Quality Movies
The DiMAGE Z6 takes movies in VGA size (640x480) at 30 frames per second for smooth video with sound rivaling TV images. Users can also choose from other movie image sizes. The Anti-Shake function also works with the movie function to give shake-free telephoto movies. The XR (Extended Recording) Movie function lets users record movie clips onto the SD memory card as long as it has the capacity. With Night Movie, the DiMAGE Z6 can record in extreme low-light conditions. The Select Shot function allows users to make stills from movie clips, while the Movie Editing function allows photographers to cut unwanted parts from movie files.
Large, Easy-to-View 2.0-inch LCD
The DiMAGE Z6's 2.0-inch LCD makes it easier to take pictures, easier to play back and view stills and movie clips, and easier to navigate menus.
Get as Close as 0.4 inches with Super Macro
Shoot amazing close-ups in either Macro or Super Macro modes. Whichever mode is chosen, Konica Minolta's superior image quality will make close-ups look stunning and powerful. In Super Macro mode, photographers can bring the lens as close as 0.4 inches from their subject.
Real Motion LCD Monitor
The DiMAGE Z6 features the Real Motion LCD monitor, which delivers crystal clear images. The smooth, realistic movement displayed on the monitor makes it ideal for shooting moving subjects.
UHS (Ultra High Speed) Continuous Shooting
The DiMAGE Z6 captures 20 images at approximately 10 frames per second at an image size of 1024x768 in UHS (Ultra High Speed) continuous shooting. This function is convenient for situations where users need to capture and study their form in continuous movement, such as with a golf swing.
Progressive Capture
With the DiMAGE Z6 in Progressive Capture mode, the last several images in the sequence - as many as 20 images at approximately 10 frames per second at an image size of 1024x768 get saved when users stop pressing the shutter-release button. So when photographing fast-moving subjects, Progressive Capture ensures that they are recorded when and where users want them. These functions are handy for shooting sporting events or for recording and improving form in personal sports training situations.
Noise Reduction
Noise Reduction gives exceptional night images by automatically preventing the blemishes and graininess associated with slow-shutter shots.
PASM Exposure Control and Metering Modes
The DiMAGE Z6 offers incredible control over exposure. There are four modes: Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Manual. The DiMAGE Z5 has three metering modes: Multi-segment, Center-weighted, and Spot. Multi-segment metering uses 256 segments to determine exposure.
Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection
Automatic Digital Subject Program Selection automatically chooses the best recording mode for images. Users can also manually select from Portrait, Sports action, Landscape, Sunset and Night portrait modes.
Key Customization
For added flexibility and convenience, the flash button can be customized to handle different settings. This means that instead of going through the menus on the LCD, users can use the flash button to change settings like the drive mode, white balance, focus mode, color mode, or sensitivity.
PictBridge Compliant
Forget all about complicated connections with a PC. Users can get fast, fun printouts directly from their camera by connecting the DiMAGE Z6 to a PictBridge compliant printer. Photographers can check which images they want to print on the DiMAGE Z6's LCD monitor and then print out their favorites.
Ergonomic Design
The DiMAGE Z6's design is advanced yet familiar and easy-to-use. Despite its long 12x zoom range and large 2.0-inch LCD, it weighs just approximately 12 ounces. It's also easy to tote and operate even for camera novices. The ergonomic form makes it easy to keep on holding even for those steady zoom shots. li>Compatible with Optional Flashes
The DiMAGE Z5 is equipped with a built-in flash. But if users need even more flash power, the Konica Minolta Program/Maxxum Flash 3600HS(D), 5600HS(D), or 2500(D) flash units can be used.
Included Items:

4x AA Alkaline Batteries
USB Cable (USB-2)
AV Cable (AVC-700)
Neck Strap (NS-DG7000)
Lens Cap (LF-243)
Accessory Shoe Cap (SC-1000)
DiMAGE Viewer Software CD-ROM
User's Guide