The Konica Minolta Zoom 150c is a compact camera. It was introduced to the public in 2004. The model is characterized by its ease of use and variety of automatics, so it was especially aimed at beginners and few users. The new price for a set with batteries and film was around 150 euros at the time.
The 35mm photo camera comes with a fixed zoom lens. 38 mm to 150 mm is the possible zoom range of the lens. The zoom factor is thus equivalent to 4X. The largest aperture of the camera is f/4.5 at 38 mm. There is no need to focus manually with the 35 mm camera. The Konica Minolta Zoom 150c comes with a 5-phase autofocus.
The 35 mm camera has a built-in light meter. The aperture and shutter speed are automatically controlled by the camera’s electronics. The film speed is read out via DX code on the film cartridge.
Sufficient light is provided by the built-in flash. The flash also works automatically, of course, and you don’t have to make any adjustments. There is an automatic for red-eye prevention. For backlit shots, there’s a special fill mode so the flash is guaranteed to fire and compensate for the brightness difference. The flash can also be turned off.
The complete camera weighs 190 grams, according to the manual. It requires one CR2 battery (eBay / Amazon*). The batteries are of course needed to operate the camera. Among other things, the current also flows into the display on the top and the motor for transporting the film.
Films for the Konica Minolta Zoom 150c
The Konica Minolta Zoom 150c is loaded with 35mm film. 35mm films are still produced by various manufacturers. A good choice for color and black and white images is the Kodak Ultramax 400* and the Kodak T-Max 100*. Both films are well suited for everyday use and are convincing in test reports. Especially for the 35mm format there are other manufacturers of film material.
The development of the color film is done in the C-41 process. This development process is offered by most laboratories. Most drugstore chains in Germany offer the development of color film.
Konica Minolta Zoom 150c Date
In addition to the regular model, a Quartz Date variant was sold. This model was a bit expensive and offers the possibility of exposing the shooting time into the pictures. The advantage is that you can see directly when the picture was taken, so there is little guessing. The disadvantage is of course an aesthetic one.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Snapshot camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Automatic |
| Film transport mechanism | Motor |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Focal length | 38 mm - 150 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/4.5 |
| Zoom function | Yes |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Exposure times | 1/400 second to 1,5 seconds |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Auto DX (Film sensitivity) | Yes |
| Exposure modes | Program automatic |
| Manual exposure settings | No |
| Date imprinting | Model variant |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Flash modes | Fill-in flash, Red-eye reduction |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Power supply | 1x CR2 battery |
| Weight | 190 Grams |
| Country of production | China |
| Estimated value / Used price | 54,63 Euro 968851449481006259164 Estimate based on used prices of 4 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of January 5, 2026 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 83,76 Euro (89.84 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2024 | 82,15 Euro (88.76 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 52,06 Euro (56.28 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the Konica Minolta Zoom 150c
How easy is the Konica Minolta Zoom 150c to use for a beginner?
It's designed for beginners! It has lots of automatic settings, so you don't need to worry about complicated adjustments. Most functions are automated, making photography simple and straightforward.
What kind of lens does this compact camera have?
It has a built-in zoom lens. The zoom range is 38mm to 150mm, offering a 4x zoom. You don't need to manually focus; it has a 5-phase autofocus system.
Does the camera have a flash, and how does it work?
Yes, it has a built-in flash that works automatically. There's even a red-eye reduction setting and a backlight mode to help with tricky lighting situations. You can also turn the flash off.
What type of film does the small camera use, and how much does it weigh?
It uses standard 35mm film. The camera itself is lightweight, weighing only 190 grams, making it easy to carry around.
What kind of battery does this point-and-shoot camera need?
The Konica Minolta Zoom 150c uses a CR2 battery to power its features, including the LCD display and film advance motor.