I've yet to see a camera supplied with one (a decent one anyway). It
gives them something else they can sell you at a grossly inflated price
later on!

I'm currently using my old SLR gadget bag, which is well padded. Minolta
do actually have an 'accessory' case for this camera, I have seen it
advertised in a magazine, but it is about £40.

I just bought my 3rd Lowepro Linx 120 which is ideal for a 7Hi and also for
the Dynax film cameras - Should fit a Z1. (By 3rd, I mean I have 3, not that
they need replacing!). The side pockets keep all the bits and pieces (such
as spare batts, charger, etc), and the main case is a nice loose fit for the
camera which goes in lens first and comes out without snagging on anything.
Case is big enough to keep the lens hood on the right way round. There are
also little pockets inside the case for memory cards, and a zippered one in
the "lid" of the case.

The Lowepros are well made and thoughfully designed. This years' colour is
all black ... last year it was black and silver.

http://www.t4cameras.co.uk/ have them for GBP 22.50

Eddie