Konica Minolta have also issued an advisory notice about the CCD issue on some of its older models, which seems to have affected most of the major manufacturers.

Konica Minolta USA - Digital Camera Service Advisory

We have recently been made aware that a component in a limited number of products may, in some instances, fail affecting camera performance and /or operability. The symptom may appear as a freezing or distortion of the electronic analog exposure display. The following digital products may be affected; A1, 7i, 7Hi, Xi, Xt, X20, S414 and F300.

While only a limited number of cameras are affected by this advisory, if your camera is experiencing the above problem, Konica Minolta will service it free of charge even if your standard one year limited warranty has expired. If your camera is beyond the standard one year, limited warranty period, you will receive a written estimate for any additional damages or malfunctions not listed in this service advisory.

To obtain complimentary service for cameras affected by this advisory please print the service return form below and follow the instructions on the form. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Website: Konica Minolta USA Service Advisory

Website: Konica Minolta Europe Service Advisory