FujiFilm Z70 vs Konica Minolta 5D

Here, we will be looking at the FujiFilm Z70 and Konica Minolta 5D, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers FujiFilm and Konica. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the Z70 (12MP) and Minolta 5D (6MP) and the Z70 (1/2.3") and Minolta 5D (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The Z70 was introduced 4 years after the Minolta 5D which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm Z70 being a Ultracompact camera and the Konica Minolta 5D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the Z70 matches up against the Minolta 5D in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix Z70 & Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm Z70 Gallery & Konica Minolta 5D Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm Z70 offers physical measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Konica Minolta 5D has dimensions of 131mm x 93mm x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm Z70 and Konica Minolta 5D in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Z70 compared to the Minolta 5D.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z70 and Minolta 5D is 96 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at technical specs. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z70 and Minolta 5D.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z70 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the FujiFilm Z70 will give you extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent Z70 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.