A 200-step infrared autofocus system keeps the main subject sharp under a variety of shooting conditions. To compose a clear, focused shot, just frame your picture, press the shutter-release button partway down to lock the focus, and take the picture. The focus-hold option allows you to stay focused on a subject while recomposing your picture.

The Freedom Action Zoom 90 shoots in a variety of lighting situations with several flash modes. In auto mode, you can concentrate on your subject while the camera fires the flash when needed. If the main subject is backlit, fill flash may be selected to enhance lighting. A flash-cancel button is provided for museum shots when a flash is not permitted.

Night-portrait mode synchronizes the flash with a slow shutter, so you'll have enough light to capture shots in the evening with ambient light. You can also set the autofocus system to infinity to ensure sharp photos of distant subjects in a landscape. The built-in quartz data bank imprints the date or time on each photo and can be switched off when desired.

The camera has been reconditioned at the Minolta factory and fully tested. It comes with a carrying strap and a 6-month factory warranty on parts and labor.