Canon T7i vs Konica Minolta 7D
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Canon T7i vs Konica Minolta 7D Key Specs
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- 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
- Released January 2005
- Alternate Name is Dynax 7D / Alpha-7 Digital
- Replacement is Sony A700

Canon T7i vs Konica Minolta 7D Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon T7i and Konica Minolta 7D, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Konica. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the T7i (24MP) and Minolta 7D (6MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The T7i was released 12 years later than the Minolta 7D and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the T7i grades versus the Minolta 7D with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon T7i vs Konica Minolta 7D Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel T7i and Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D. The complete galleries are provided at Canon T7i Gallery and Konica Minolta 7D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Konica Minolta 7D
T7i | Minolta 7D | |||
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Released | February 2017 | ![]() | January 2005 | More recent by 148 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 207k | Crisper screen (+833k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Konica Minolta 7D over the Canon T7i
Minolta 7D | T7i |
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Common features in the Canon T7i and Konica Minolta 7D
T7i | Minolta 7D | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Canon T7i vs Konica Minolta 7D Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon T7i offers outside dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs) whilst the Konica Minolta 7D has specifications of 150mm x 106mm x 78mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 845 grams (1.86 lbs).
See the Canon T7i and Konica Minolta 7D in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the T7i versus the Minolta 7D.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the T7i and Minolta 7D is 67 and 57 respectively.

Canon T7i vs Konica Minolta 7D Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The photograph below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the T7i and Minolta 7D.
To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon T7i to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern T7i will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon T7i vs Konica Minolta 7D Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon T7i vs Konica Minolta 7D Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Konica |
Model | Canon EOS Rebel T7i | Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D |
Also referred to as | EOS 800D / Kiss X9i | Dynax 7D / Alpha-7 Digital |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2017-02-15 | 2005-01-17 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3008 x 2000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 326 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 207k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 532 grams (1.17 pounds) | 845 grams (1.86 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 150 x 106 x 78mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 58 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 613 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 shots | 400 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-400 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $749 | $1,000 |