Canon 5D vs Konica Minolta 5D
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Canon 5D vs Konica Minolta 5D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 895g - 152 x 113 x 75mm
- Revealed November 2005
- New Model is Canon 5D MII
(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
- Introduced July 2005
- Alternative Name is Dynax 5D
- Updated by Sony A100

Canon 5D vs Konica Minolta 5D Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Canon 5D vs Konica Minolta 5D, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Konica. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the 5D (13MP) and Minolta 5D (6MP) and the 5D (Full frame) and Minolta 5D (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The 5D was unveiled 4 months after the Minolta 5D so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 5D grades against the Minolta 5D with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 5D vs Konica Minolta 5D Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 5D & Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 5D Gallery & Konica Minolta 5D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 5D over the Konica Minolta 5D
5D | Minolta 5D | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Konica Minolta 5D over the Canon 5D
Minolta 5D | 5D |
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Common features in the Canon 5D and Konica Minolta 5D
5D | Minolta 5D | |||
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Introduced | November 2005 | ![]() | July 2005 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon 5D vs Konica Minolta 5D Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon 5D enjoys outer dimensions of 152mm x 113mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) whilst the Konica Minolta 5D has specifications of 131mm x 93mm x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).
Compare the Canon 5D vs Konica Minolta 5D in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the 5D compared to the Minolta 5D.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 5D and Minolta 5D is 55 and 64 respectively.

Canon 5D vs Konica Minolta 5D Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D and Minolta 5D.
As you can see, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 5D using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon 5D will show greater detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.

Canon 5D vs Konica Minolta 5D Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 5D vs Konica Minolta 5D Specifications
Canon EOS 5D | Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Konica |
Model | Canon EOS 5D | Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D |
Otherwise known as | - | Dynax 5D |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2005-11-12 | 2005-07-15 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic II | - |
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 | 13 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4368 x 2912 | 3008 x 2000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 250 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 115k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT liquid-crystal color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | External | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 895g (1.97 lb) | 670g (1.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 152 x 113 x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") | 131 x 93 x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 71 | 58 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.9 | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.1 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | 1368 | 605 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP-511A | 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 | One | One |
Launch cost | $2,780 | $1,100 |