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.
Snapshot
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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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 | Panasonic LUMIX G9 II | Fujifilm X-S X-S20 | Sony Alpha a7R IIIA | Nikon Z Z8 | OM System OM-1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | bridge | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 20MP 1/2.3-inch | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 26.1MP aps-c | 42.4MP full-frame | 45.7MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | 5 | 779 | 117 | 399 | 493 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | 6 | 75 | 20 | 10 | 30 | 10 |
| Video | 1080p | 4K @120fps | 6K @60fps | 4K @30fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 816 | 575 | 491 | 657 | 820 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minolta ProShot MN40Z | 0.9 | 39.8 | 55 | 66.1 | 23.9 | 29.2 | 46.7 | 30 | 56.5 | 31.3 | 78.3 |
| Panasonic LUMIX G9 II Compare | 97.8 | 91.1 | 94.5 | 96.6 | 97.6 | 62.1 | 92.6 | 87.1 | 95.4 | 89.7 | 88.4 |
| Fujifilm X-S X-S20 Compare | 82.3 | 81.4 | 80.2 | 87.1 | 86.2 | 96.3 | 99 | 99.3 | 95.4 | 86.1 | 95.1 |
| Sony Alpha a7R IIIA Compare | 89.1 | 94.7 | 96 | 72.9 | 74.2 | 69.2 | 96.3 | 99.9 | 95.4 | 97.7 | 92.6 |
| Nikon Z Z8 Compare | 92 | 91.3 | 97.8 | 96 | 99.3 | 71.1 | 91.8 | 87.1 | 95.4 | 97.7 | 88.4 |
| OM System OM-1 Compare | 95.3 | 98 | 85.1 | 94.7 | 86.2 | 48.4 | 95.9 | 87.1 | 89.2 | 84.4 | 88.4 |