bizhub PRO and magicolor Products Recognized for Overall Performance and Achievement

Ramsey, N.J. - December 16, 2009 - Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta), a leading provider of advanced imaging and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop, today announced that Better Buys for Business has named Konica Minolta a 2010 Editor's Choice Award winner in the Color Laser and Business Ink Jet Printer Guide, iGuide and High-Volume Copier & Multifunctional Guide. Selections were based on rigorous analysis of all current competitive models for inclusion in comprehensive product guides.

The Better Buys for Business recognized Konica Minolta with the following awards:• magicolor® 4650/4650DN, magicolor 1600 Series (magicolor 1600W, magicolor 1650EN, magicolor 1680MF, and magicolor 1690MF) and magicolor 7450 II grafx as Editor's Choices in the 2010 Color Laser and Business Ink Jet Printer Guide• bizhub PRO® 1050e and bizhub PRO 950 as Editor's Choices in the 2010 High-Volume Copier & Multifunctional Guide• bizhub PRO C65hc, bizhub PRO 1200 Series, and bizhub PRO 1051 as Editor's Choices in the 2010 iGuide in the High Volume Printer, High Volume Copier category(s)

In addition to featuring award winners, each of the Better Buys for Business 10 annual product guides includes: product features and technology; vendor profiles; full specifications; and pricing information.

"Konica Minolta's presence in the color printing and copying sector continues to grow with strong upgrades to an already fine lineup of products," said Steve Hannaford, editor-in-chief, Better Buys for Business. "In the light production areas especially, the company has established its credentials as a market and technology leader."

"Moving into 2010, we continue to be focused on delivering the most innovative and high-quality solutions and products," said Kevin Kern, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. "Recognition from Better Buys for Business is always an honor and further demonstrates this commitment. Our award-winning product lines of bizhub MFPs, bizhub PRO digital presses and magicolor printers continue to distinguish themselves from competitors and ensure that customers can always count on Konica Minolta for a wide range of industry-leading digital imaging technology."

About Konica MinoltaKonica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. is a leader in advanced imaging and networking technologies for the desktop to the print shop. For the second consecutive year, Konica Minolta was recognized as the #1 Brand for Customer Loyalty in the MFP Office Copier Market by Brand Keys. For more information, please visit http://www.countonkonicaminolta.com/ and follow Konica Minolta on Facebook and Twitter.
Konica Minolta ContactJames NorbertoKonica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc.+1 201.825.4000mailto:201.825.4000PR@kmbs.konicaminolta.us

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