Kodak M530 vs Konica Minolta 7D
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Kodak M530 vs Konica Minolta 7D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F) lens
- 150g - 94 x 57 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 845g - 150 x 106 x 78mm
- Revealed January 2005
- Alternative Name is Dynax 7D / Alpha-7 Digital
- Newer Model is Sony A700
Kodak M530 vs Konica Minolta 7D Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Kodak M530 and Konica Minolta 7D, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Kodak and Konica. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the M530 (12MP) and Minolta 7D (6MP) and the M530 (1/2.3") and Minolta 7D (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe M530 was revealed 5 years later than the Minolta 7D and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Kodak M530 being a Compact camera and the Konica Minolta 7D being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the M530 grades versus the Minolta 7D in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak M530 vs Konica Minolta 7D Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M530 and Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M530 Gallery and Konica Minolta 7D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Konica Minolta 7D
M530 | Minolta 7D | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | January 2005 | Fresher by 61 months | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 207k | Crisper display (+23k dot) |
Reasons to pick Konica Minolta 7D over the Kodak M530
Minolta 7D | M530 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Konica Minolta 7D
M530 | Minolta 7D | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Kodak M530 vs Konica Minolta 7D Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak M530 offers physical measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Konica Minolta 7D has sizing of 150mm x 106mm x 78mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 845 grams (1.86 lbs).
Look at the Kodak M530 and Konica Minolta 7D in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the M530 against the Minolta 7D.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M530 and Minolta 7D is 95 and 57 respectively.
Kodak M530 vs Konica Minolta 7D Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The visual here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M530 and Minolta 7D.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M530 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Kodak M530 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern M530 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
Kodak M530 vs Konica Minolta 7D Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak M530 vs Konica Minolta 7D Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Konica |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D |
Also called | - | Dynax 7D / Alpha-7 Digital |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2010-01-05 | 2005-01-17 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3008 x 2000 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 207 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 gr (0.33 pounds) | 845 gr (1.86 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 150 x 106 x 78mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 58 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 613 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7006 | NP-400 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $110 | $1,000 |