Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D
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![Canon EOS 20Da front Canon EOS 20Da front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/nolens/Canon_EOS_20Da_0.jpg)
![Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D front Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Konica-Minolta-Maxxum-5D.jpg)
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Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 770g - 144 x 106 x 72mm
- Launched June 2005
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 670g - 131 x 93 x 67mm
- Launched July 2005
- Alternate Name is Dynax 5D
- Replacement is Sony A100
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Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Canon 20Da and Konica Minolta 5D, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Konica. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the 20Da (8MP) and Minolta 5D (6MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
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The 20Da was unveiled around the same time to the Minolta 5D and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 20Da grades versus the Minolta 5D for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 20Da and Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D. The full galleries are available at Canon 20Da Gallery and Konica Minolta 5D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20Da over the Konica Minolta 5D
20Da | Minolta 5D | |||
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Display resolution | 118k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper display (+3k dot) |
Reasons to pick Konica Minolta 5D over the Canon 20Da
Minolta 5D | 20Da | |||
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Display sizing | 2.5" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Common features in the Canon 20Da and Konica Minolta 5D
20Da | Minolta 5D | |||
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Launched | June 2005 | ![]() | July 2005 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon 20Da enjoys external dimensions of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") having a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) whilst the Konica Minolta 5D has specifications of 131mm x 93mm x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).
Check out the Canon 20Da and Konica Minolta 5D in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the 20Da and the Minolta 5D.
![Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D size comparison Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-20Da-vs-Konica-Minolta-Maxxum-5D-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 20Da and Minolta 5D is 59 and 64 respectively.
![Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D top view buttons comparison Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-20Da-vs-Konica-Minolta-Maxxum-5D-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 20Da and Minolta 5D.
Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon 20Da to resolve extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively.
![Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D sensor size comparison Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-20Da-vs-Konica-Minolta-Maxxum-5D-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-20Da-vs-Konica-Minolta-Maxxum-5D-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon 20Da vs Konica Minolta 5D Specifications
Canon EOS 20Da | Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Konica |
Model | Canon EOS 20Da | Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D |
Also Known as | - | Dynax 5D |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2005-06-01 | 2005-07-15 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 3008 x 2000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 326 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 1.8 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 118 thousand dot | 115 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 770g (1.70 pounds) | 670g (1.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 131 x 93 x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 58 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 605 |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-400 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $1,499 | $1,100 |