Canon 77D vs Konica Minolta 5D

Here is a in-depth review of the Canon 77D versus Konica Minolta 5D, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Canon and Konica. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 77D (24MP) and Minolta 5D (6MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 77D was announced 11 years later than the Minolta 5D and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 77D matches up against the Minolta 5D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 77D & Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D. The whole galleries are available at Canon 77D Gallery & Konica Minolta 5D Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Canon 77D enjoys outer measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Konica Minolta 5D has sizing of 131mm x 93mm x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Look at the Canon 77D versus Konica Minolta 5D in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the 77D against the Minolta 5D.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 77D and Minolta 5D is 66 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 77D and Minolta 5D.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon 77D to produce more detail with its extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher 77D is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.