Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D
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![Canon EOS 5D Mark III front Canon EOS 5D Mark III front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-5D-Mark-III/Canon-5D-MIII-front.jpg)
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Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 22MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 950g - 152 x 116 x 76mm
- Released May 2012
- Replaced the Canon 5D MII
- Updated by Canon 5D MIV
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 845g - 150 x 106 x 78mm
- Introduced January 2005
- Other Name is Dynax 7D / Alpha-7 Digital
- Newer Model is Sony A700
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Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Canon 5D MIII and Konica Minolta 7D, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Konica. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the 5D MIII (22MP) and Minolta 7D (6MP) and the 5D MIII (Full frame) and Minolta 7D (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.
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The 5D MIII was brought out 7 years after the Minolta 7D which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the 5D MIII grades vs the Minolta 7D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 5D Mark III and Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 5D MIII Gallery and Konica Minolta 7D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 5D MIII over the Konica Minolta 7D
5D MIII | Minolta 7D | |||
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Introduced | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2005 | Newer by 90 months |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 207k | Crisper screen (+833k dot) |
Reasons to pick Konica Minolta 7D over the Canon 5D MIII
Minolta 7D | 5D MIII |
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Common features in the Canon 5D MIII and Konica Minolta 7D
5D MIII | Minolta 7D | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon 5D MIII has outer dimensions of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) and the Konica Minolta 7D has sizing of 150mm x 106mm x 78mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 845 grams (1.86 lbs).
See the Canon 5D MIII and Konica Minolta 7D in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the 5D MIII and the Minolta 7D.
![Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D size comparison Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-5D-Mark-III-vs-Konica-Minolta-Maxxum-7D-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the 5D MIII and Minolta 7D is 55 and 57 respectively.
![Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D top view buttons comparison Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-5D-Mark-III-vs-Konica-Minolta-Maxxum-7D-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D MIII and Minolta 7D.
Clearly, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 5D MIII due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon 5D MIII will render greater detail having its extra 16MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern 5D MIII will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D sensor size comparison Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-5D-Mark-III-vs-Konica-Minolta-Maxxum-7D-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-5D-Mark-III-vs-Konica-Minolta-Maxxum-7D-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon 5D MIII vs Konica Minolta 7D Specifications
Canon EOS 5D Mark III | Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Konica |
Model type | Canon EOS 5D Mark III | Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D |
Alternate name | - | Dynax 7D / Alpha-7 Digital |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2012-05-22 | 2005-01-17 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 22 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5760 x 3840 | 3008 x 2000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 61 | 9 |
Cross type focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 250 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 207k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 950 gr (2.09 pounds) | 845 gr (1.86 pounds) |
Dimensions | 152 x 116 x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") | 150 x 106 x 78mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 81 | 58 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.0 | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | 11.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 2293 | 613 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 950 photos | 400 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6 | NP-400 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash Type I (UDMA compatible), SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Pricing at launch | $2,780 | $1,000 |