Minolta Dimage Xi 3.2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Average customer rating:

Went through the wash

Minolta has made the best little point and shoot ever!

Best Daytime pictures

So reliable.. works even after a wash cycle !!!

Nice camera, but keep it away from sand and dirt

Minolta Dimage Xi 3.2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Manufacturer: Konica Minolta
ProductGroup: Photography
Binding: Electronics

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Accessories:

Konica Minolta Deluxe Case for Dimage X, Xi, XG, X31, X50 & X60 Digital Cameras

Minolta NSDG100 Metal Neck Chain Strap for Dimage XG, X20, Xi, Xt, X, X31, X50 & X60 Digital Cameras

Minolta BC300 Lithium-ion Battery Charger for the Dimage X, Xi & Xt Digital Cameras

Ceiva Advanced Digital Photo Receiver

Minolta USB-500 Cable for Dimage A1, A2, Xi, X, XG, X20, X31, F300, F100, Z1 & Z2 Digital Cameras

Product Features:

3.2 megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create photo-quality 8 x 10 prints and medium-quality prints up to 11 x 14

3x optical plus 4x digital (12x total) zoom lens with autofocus

Included 16 MB Secure Digital (SD) card

Connects with Macs and PCs via USB port

Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery included

ASIN: B00006RYUX

Product Description

The DiMAGE Xi is the most compact 3.2-megapixel camera with 3X optical zoom in the world. Amazingly light, too. You can have it on you at all times, in a shirt or pants pocket. It's never been easier to make high-quality digital photography a part of your lifestyle. Turn the power switch on, and you're ready to shoot in just 1.2 seconds. That's the fastest startup time of any digital camera featuring optical zoom. With the DiMAGE Xi, important moments will never pass you by.Optical zoom gets you closer to distant subjects while maintaining the camera's highest level of quality. What's more, Minolta's innovative optics keeps it slim at all times - there's no protruding zoom lens, no matter which magnification you're shooting at. Optical zoom is adjusted internally, so it's very quick as well. And the 4X digital zoom feature lets you shift seamlessly into a total range of 12X zoom. If you see something that demands a close-up, bring the camera as close as 25cm to the subject for a crisp, detailed shot. You can capture this type of image anytime you want, without having to switch modes. Flexible focusing is another advantage. If your picture looks a little crowded, use Spot AF to focus on a single subject in the center of the picture frame. At other times, Wide AF keeps the whole frame in sharp focus. Sounds like a lot for a unit so small and light? You bet. But Minolta's innovative optics gives you more power in less size. Discover the ideal camera for an active lifestyle. And enjoy it anytime, anywhere!

Amazon.com Product Description

Early Adopters Pick: November 2002. The world's smallest, lightest 3.2-megapixel camera, with a revolutionary folded 3x optical zoom lens.

By incorporating a clever internal zoom lens, developing a slim new rechargeable battery, and using diminutive SD memory cards, Minolta's Dimage Xi is truly pocket-sized. The Dimage Xi features a 3.2-megapixel CCD sensor--an improvement over the 2-megapixel Dimage X--and a 3x optical zoom. Besides increased resolution, the Dimage Xi has several other enhancements, including selectable ISO settings, optional date imprinting, spot autofocus (AF), an improved antireflection LCD, and automatic e-mail file copy creation.

Optics and Resolution
The Dimage Xi has a 3-megapixel sensor with a maximum resolution of 2,048 x 1,536 pixels, enough detail for photos from 4 by 6 inches to 11 by 14 inches. It also features a 3x optical zoom (equivalent to a 37-111mm on a 35mm camera) and a 4x digital zoom for a total 12x zoom.

This lens employs five aspheric elements (including two double-sided) to ensure sharp, contrast-rich images at all focal lengths. In spite of its compact dimensions, the optical zoom has a fast, maximum aperture of f2.8-f3.6 (wide to telephoto), which allows images to be captured in low light with little noise.

Storage and Transfer
Images are stored on stamp-size Secure Digital (SD) or MultiMediaCard memory cards. The Dimage Xi comes with a 16 MB SD card. Images can be transferred to your Mac or PC via USB, and the included audio-visual cable lets you view images and film clips on your home TV.

Movie Mode
In movie mode, the Dimage Xi captures 320 x 240 pixel video (with audio) for up to 35 seconds at 15 frames per second. The QuickTime Motion JPEG format offers a limited resolution, which is great for capturing a short movie that can be e-mailed to friends and family.

More Features
The Dimage Xi's most unusual feature is its internal zoom lens. While most digital cameras are built like their film counterparts--with a telescoping zoom lens protruding from the front--the lens assembly in the Dimage Xi is arranged vertically inside the camera, with the sensor at the very bottom, like a periscope in a submarine. This layout allows for a slim camera with a full 3x optical zoom. In addition, startup times are faster, since you don't have to wait for the lens to extend before shooting.

Other features include:

Audio caption recording of up to 15 seconds
1.5-inch TFT LCD screen
Flash modes: auto, red-eye reduction, night portrait

Power, Size, and Contents
The camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery NP-200 (included). It measures 3.3 by 2.8 by 0.8 inches and weighs 4.6 ounces. This package includes the Dimage Xi digital camera, battery and battery charger, USB and AV cables, hand strap, and Dimage software and viewer CD-ROM and USB drivers for Windows and Mac.

Customer Reviews:

Went through the wash.......2005-03-06

Great camera. Easy to use, easy to retrieve pictures (no software needed! just drag and drop), and very compact.

So compact that I left it in my pocket and it went through the washer and dryer... doesn't work anymore (though I suspect its only the battery).

oh, btw: Battery life is lacking.

Minolta has made the best little point and shoot ever!.......2004-03-29

I was looking for a small camera that I could shove in a pocket and take wherever I went so that if a photo oportunity came about, I would have a camera ready. I was low on money, and found this camera refurbished. I read lots of reviews and compared this camera to other cameras with the same features. Buying this camera is definitely not a mistake! I have the basic case and an extra battery, and since the batteries only take about an hour and a half to charge I always have one ready when the battery in the camera dies (Which is usually after a full day of continuous photography).
The camera is incredible rugged, I have dropped it on more than one occasion, and it still works. Whether I am in school, at home, or pretty much anywhere, this I know that I am sure to get a good picture.
Now to adress some of the problems that people say this camera has:
1. anemic flash - Although the flash is a little wimpy, when you use it within about 12 feet of your subject it is fine.
2. picture quality - the picture quality is as good as any 3.2 megapixel camera. It just depends what setting you have it on. I always keep mine of the largest picture and fine quality(next level below tiff). If you are complaining about image quality, get a film camera, and wait until digital cameras get better. Film is the equivalent of about 15-20 megapixels.
3. 16 megabyte card - duh, you can't get many pictures on here that are even somewhat decent in quality. No matter what camera you buy, you will still have to buy a larger card if you want a good amount of pictures. I have a 256 megabyte card that holds 160 pictures on fine and about 38 in tiff mode.
4. Finger in the picture - yeah, I agree that if you have big hands this can become a problem. The best way to hold this camera, is to use the controls and take the picture with your right hand and hold the bottom left hand corner of the camera with your left hand to steady it.
5. this camera is not for professionals - I agree. If you want all the controls of a manually controlled camera, keep looking, however, the autofocus does do a nice job, and I don't understand why a camera with more things to adjust would be better for snapshots and and active lifestyle.
All in all, this camera is truly one of the most handy electronic gadgets that I can think of and I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS CAMERA TO ANYONE.

Best Daytime pictures.......2004-02-25

Overall this camera takes very good pictures and it is very compact. The only downside if any is when taking pictures in low light. Using flash the image is slightly underexposed and clor balance slightly off(can be easily corrected digitally later). In low light there is some noise at max resolution. If the image size is reduced to 2MP this noise is not seen but it reduces the resolution.
Overall very satisfied with the camera. I have also used a1000mA AC adapter at 4.5V to power it and it works fine.

So reliable.. works even after a wash cycle !!!.......2003-09-14

Believe it or not.. I left the camera in the pocket of my shorts (it is soooo compact), and sent it through the complete wash cycle int he washer. To my complete amazement, the camera (including the battery and memory card) worked perfectly (after I let it dry for a day).

Nice camera, but keep it away from sand and dirt.......2003-09-13

As another reviewer already noted, this camera is easily damaged by sand. Its much touted "internal folded zoom lens" has a number of small plastic gears that are exposed internally in its aluminum case. The case is not well sealed, so sand can get in there easily. And a few grains is all that takes to hose it. I took mine on my last vacation, and although I never actually took it to beach, a few sand specks in my pocket made their way into the camera. Took it apart and used compressed air to try to clean it, but no luck. What is the point of a miniature camera that must be stored in a hermetic case or bag?

Product Description

Only 6.4 Pounds / 2000 Lumens / 400:1 Contrast Ratio / SVGA 800x600 / Clarity and sharpness you demand / Zoom Lens / S-Video Composite DVI Inputs Screen Size (range for adequate projection) - 40 to 300 diagonal Audio Speaker - 1 Watt Monaural Regional Power Voltage - 100-240V, 50-60 Hz Worldwide, 260W (includes USA plug) Dimension (WxHxD) - 11.8 x 3.7 x 9.4 / Weight - 6.4 lbs Warranty - 3 years parts & labor, 120 day lamp life. Contrast Ratio 400 - 1 Lamp 200 watt UHP

Product Description

Lexan center load shell available in 4 colors. 48" black chrome whip. Super Corona tip. 6000 watt power handling. 8-gauge copper coil for lower I²R power losses and more power handling capability. Heat and fade-resistant. Ultrasonically sealed for water tightness. Non-corrosive black chrome plated stainless steel whip, shaft and hardware.

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Buslink's new DVD 8X "Plus / Minus" (+/-) Recorders allow you to write to all the popular DVD formats. The new external USB 2.0 / Fire wire combination optical drives burn DVD+R, DVD+RW and even CD-R/CD-RW discs at twice previous speeds. Popular authoring software included.

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Digi Intl. EDGEPORT/4S MEI USB/4PRT ( 301-1000-94 )

Manufacturer: DIGI INTERNATIONAL
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Networking & Online Communication | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics | Broadband Access | Telephony | Wired Networks | Wireless
Product Features:

EDGEPORT USB TO 4PT RS232 422 485 DB9 CONN

ASIN: B0000TFC4K

Product Description

Edgeport USB-to-serial converters offer instant I/O expansion for peripheral device connectivity. An out-of-the-box (external) alternative to PCI cards, Edgeport makes it easy to add serial, USB or parallel ports to a PC, server or thin client in minutes - without opening the chassis, reconfiguring or rebooting the system. Feature-rich design, reliability and unmatched operating system support make Edgeport USB-to-serial converters ideal for any mission-critical enterprise application. Integrators and end users around the globe rely on Edgeport for peripheral device connectivity in retail stations, self check-out systems, emergency vehicles, kiosks, ATMs and more.

Average customer rating:

It's true...You get what you pay for!

Short Life Phone

Great answering machine but mediocre phone

Casio Phonemate TC920WT Cordless 900 MHz phone

Manufacturer: CASIO
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

900 MHz - Analog | Cordless Telephones | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics
With Answering Device | Cordless Telephones | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics
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RCA RC920 Wireless Phone Jack Extension

RCA RC930 Caller-ID-Compatible Wireless Modem Jack

AT&T 90800 Mini Headset

Plantronics T100 Practica Headset with Built-in Telephone

Plantronics S10 Convertible Headset with Amplifier

Product Features:

900 MHz analog operation

40 channels

Digital answering machine with advanced message management

Voice-assisted operation

Modem monitor

ASIN: B00000K0FR

Customer Reviews:

It's true...You get what you pay for!.......2004-11-04

I was impressed with the appearance,features, and price of this phone. I'm sorry, but this product SUCKS! The first day I had it, found my phone line had registered as busy all day after I made a call. After reading the manual, concluded there is a major defect in the phone. The only way I can disconnect, is to unplug the phone line. The message sounds like one is sitting in a can...very poor quality. I am retiring this phone as soon as it's replacement arrives (different brand). It is not worth my time or aggravation to work with the manufacturer, especially considering the low price I paid.....will chalk it up to money spent on education. I did feel the need to take the time to return here to warn others.

Short Life Phone.......2002-10-11

I purchased two of these phones for mothers day. One had to be returned in one month (Could not be heard by caller). Mailed back to Casio, fixed and returned to me. Five months later both phones do not work. Batteries have been checked. Worked very well when working. Working life too short.

Great answering machine but mediocre phone.......1999-11-11

I returned this machine for two reasons. The sound quality of the phone was mediocre. Voices were sometimes hard to understand in typical conversation. This model also lacks an auto answer feature which I think is an important convenience. Also, the handset is a comfortable cradle which is rare among cordless phones

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Daewoo comes through.

Great

Daewoo Pal/ Ntsc Dvd Player

Perfect

Super DVD Player!!!

Daewoo Dvn-8100n Region Free Code Free Zone Free International Pal/ Ntsc Dvd Player

Manufacturer: Daewoo
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

All | DVD Players & Recorders | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
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Product Features:

Region Free DVD Player, Modified to PLAY Region 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 0 Guaranteed.

Plays PAL/NTSC on Any TV.

DVD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, picture CD, MP3

Video outputs: Composite, component outputs Audio outputs: Coaxial digital audio, analog audio

DVD player, remote control, owner's manual SILVER COLOR

ASIN: B0003TZR4C

Product Description

Disc capacity: 1 Progressive scan: Yes Playback formats: DVD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, picture CD, MP3 Aspect ratio control: Yes (4:3, 16:9) Integrated amplifier: No Integrated receiver: No Front-panel operation: Yes Multi-angle viewing: Yes Frame advance: Yes Still/freeze frame: Yes Multilingual support: Yes Parental controls: Yes Picture zoom: Yes Play exchange: No Random play: No Recording capability: No Repeat play: Yes Resume play: Yes Slow motion: Yes Text display: Yes VCR capability: No Audio outputs: Coaxial digital audio, analog audio Video outputs: Composite, component outputs Surround-sound output or Virtual surround sound: Yes THX-certified: No Item width: 16.9 inches Item height: 2.1 inches Item depth: 9.8 inches Item weight: 7.3 pounds Warranty: 90 days labor, 1 year parts In the box: DVD player, remote control, owner's manual

Customer Reviews:

Daewoo comes through........2007-08-10

This Daewoo product arrived in first class order, promptly. It was installed easily and works perfectly. The playing of Dvds from different regions is done automatically. The user has to do absolutely nothing - except put the Dvd into the playing 'tray'.
Of course, the true worth of any mechanical/electrical equipment is if it performs as well, after a period of time, as it did to start with. One hopes this Daewoo product will.

Great.......2006-07-30

It came in quick, and it works very well. It was a good buy!

Daewoo Pal/ Ntsc Dvd Player.......2006-07-05

I highly recommend the purchase of this product. Its performance has been perfect. It hooked up easily and allowed me to watch a region 4 DVD here in the USA. The shipping was very timely. I like the remote control layout. Perfect from A to Z.

Perfect.......2006-06-30

I've been searcing for a reliable little Region-Free player for years but the prices were always outrageous. Apart from the low price, this little machine takes up little to no room, and took about 30 seconds to set up. Now I can play all my Asian DVD's with no worries. I'm VERY satisfied.

Super DVD Player!!!.......2006-06-26

Over the years I purchased a number of DVDs while visiting European countries and could only watch them on my computer screen - something that was not very convenient when I wanted to show a DVD to several people at the same time. This Daewoo region-free international Pal/NTSC DVD player has solved this problem forever. It was extremely easy to set up, it reads my international DVDs without any problem, and the picture is clear and sharp. Delivery was remarkably fast and the price is hard to beat! I highly recommend this purchase!

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Chase Research P841 ACCESS RTR ST-10U ( 04022124 )

Manufacturer: CHASE RESEARCH
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Routers | Wired Networks | Networking & Online Communication | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
ASIN: B00006HT9P

Product Description

Packed with sophisticated features normally associated with larger, more expensive products, the Perle P800 series is the perfect choice for SOHO (Small Office Home Office) applications. It keeps costs to a minimum without sacrificing quality, functionality and ease of use. The P800 series consists of many variants offering a range of standard and advanced features to suit specific user requirements.The P840 series is the entry-level router designed specifically for the SOHO user. It has an impressive feature set which includes IP routing, IP spoofing, Stac LZS data compression, NetSAFE firewall, SNMP, NAT, NAPT, Reverse NAPT, DHCP, external power supply and Windows-based GUI for easy Internet configuration. The P840 series of access routers provides a truly flexible solution for small commercial or home user applications. All units in the range feature 10BASE-T/RJ45 (MDI or MDI-X) LAN connectors and an S/T or U interface ISDN connector.

Product Description

Panasonic KX-TC1743B digital cordless telephone operates on the 900MHz frequency for extended range and clarity and more secure conversations. The fact that this model is digital, helps to secure phone calls from potential eavesdropping. This phone is also Caller ID compatible. When used in conjunction with Call Waiting Caller ID, the Call Waiting Caller ID feature will display the caller's information on the multifunction, backlit, three-line LCD display located on the handset - even if the user is currently on another call when the second call comes in. A Caller ID memory with dialer for later review and instant callback capability of received calls is also viewable via the handset display. A Direct Dialer button provides "one-touch" access to an emergency or often-used phone number.A Digital Duplex Speakerphone - the tool for multiple party conversations - is included in KX-TC1743B. Digital circuitry helps reduce the echo and dropout commonly found in speakerphones and allows more natural sounding conversations. Built-in all-digital telephone answering systems record up to 15 minutes without the mechanical woes associated with cassettes, and let users instantly hear, save or delete individual messages. These models also allow users to administer outgoing and incoming messages remotely from any telephone with voice prompts to aid the process. Each message is affixed with a time/day stamp, so you'll always know when the call was received. The phone has New Message Playback for listening to newly received calls and a two-digit LCD call counter for viewing the number of calls received. Other features include a lighted handset keypad, dual keypads, and two-way paging/auto intercom for communication between the base and the handset. Additionally KX-TC1743B has hold/flash/redial; call screening and toll saver are included too.

Amazon.com Product Description

Now you can see who's called you, listen to their messages, and then talk to them hands-free, all with one economical phone. Packing a suite of advanced features, the Panasonic KX-TC1743 can be used in conjunction with call waiting/caller ID services, showing the names and phone numbers of callers on the three-line backlit LCD display on the phone's handset. Plus, operating at 900 MHz, the unit offers a longer range and better sound quality than older cordless phones using a lower frequency, and it features digital transmission for security.

The handset will store 50 caller IDs, which can be used almost as a virtual phone book, letting you easily review and call past callers. In addition to the 50-caller storage, you can program an additional 50 numbers into the base for your frequently dialed calls.

For even greater freedom of movement, the KX-TC1743's digital duplex speakerphone features digital circuitry and can be used either from the base or the handset, letting you enjoy the luxury of both cordless and hands-free operation.

The digital answering system stores up to 15 minutes of messages on a microchip, including the date and time the message was recorded. The answering machine has some smart features included, such as new-message playback (which only plays new incoming messages) and auto-interrupt for easy screening of calls. You can also use the machine's remote operation to listen to your messages from any touchtone phone when you're away from home. Panasonic offers a one-year warranty on parts and 90 days on labor.

Customer Reviews:

Rock solid bomber!.......2006-02-14

I've owned this workhorse for over 5yrs. Though I've put it the closet twice when I got "better" phones I keep coming back to this baby. It really stands up to some rough handling and it's very easy to use.

Not reliabile.......2005-05-24

Features wise this phone is OK, but it broke within one year after purchase day.

The sound in the headset became so quite, that you can only hear it in the very quite room, even on the loudest mode.

The phone shut itself down every one or two week and you have to unplug it from the power outlet for about 10 min and then plug it back, so it's start working again.

The speakerphone microphone is not sensitive enough, you can only use it within 2 feet from the base, otherwise other party will not hear you.

The buttons on the headset very hard and sometime is impossible to press.

My friend also bought Panasonic phone (different model), guess what, it broke within one year too.

I have Panasonic TV, DVD player and microwave oven and they work just fine for a few years now. Based on my own experience and also reading other people reviews, I think Panasonic has a very big reliability problem with their phones and they should address this issue ASAP.

Great Phone!!!!.......2005-04-05

In reading the reviews I thought I'd add my 2 cents since I've owned this phone for *at least* 5 years now with no problems. I got online to try and help a friend find a new 900 mhz phone so it won't interfere with her wi-fi. I looked up my phone to check the reviews and it sounds like if you get a good one you love it, a bad one it's not so good. My battery so far has been great though I'll probably need a new one pretty soon as the 4+ hr cont. talk time is now down to about 2ish and I can't leave it off the cradle overnight anymore and hold a charge.

However, I wonder if the problems aren't with the battery itself more than the phone. I say this because I also own another Panasonic cordless phone/answering machine and it has many of the same battery issues mentioned here. Overall though I'd say I'd buy this phone again in a heartbeat -- it's easy to use, the speaker on the handset is wonderful, especially when you get stuck on hold, and the range/features make for a very nice package. I've recommended this phone to others who love it as well.

An average model.......2005-01-25

You get what you pay for. I wanted an inexpensive model with Caller ID and voicemail.
Most of the features are just fine. However, the handset is way too quiet and the battery life is just horrible. It would not let you talk for more than 40 minutes - needs recharging.
(I owe that model for over a year.)

Visit the Opinion Corner .......2004-11-29

Phone is so good lookin' as well as functionable you might mistake it for 5.8Gig. Go to the site below read reviews Amazon ranked sale item is in the 700 mark!!!!

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