Minolta Dimage Xt Reviews

June 4, 2003 | Mark Goldstein | Digital Compact Cameras | Comment |

Minolta Dimage XtDigital Camera Resource Page have reviewed the Minolta Dimage Xt, an ultra-compact, ultra-thin 3 mega-pixel digital camera that can easily be slipped into a shirt pocket.

“The Minolta DiMAGE Xt is a small update to their DiMAGE Xi, adding just a few features here and there, along with an even more unique design. In terms of photo quality, the Xt isn’t going to win any awards, with above average barrel distortion, vignetting, some fuzziness in corners, and a “video capture” look—but then again, most cameras don’t have the Xt’s one-of-a-kind lens design. Everyday shooters and those people who do smaller prints won’t mind, but as I said earlier, enthusiasts may want to find a more traditional camera if photo quality is your number one priority.”

Website: DCRP - Minolta Xt Review

Coincidentally Imaging Resource have also reviewed the Dimage Xt; they seem a lot more enthusiastic about it (the site editor actually owns the previous model, the Dimage Xi):

“Based on my tests, I’d say that they’ve also once again further improved the camera’s color handling. The net result is an even more appealing version of one of my favorite subcompact camera models. Read on for all the details, but if you’re looking for a super-portable, stylishly different camera, the DiMAGE Xt deserves a close look.”

Website: Imaging Resource - Minolta Xt Review