Konica Minolta 5D vs Nikon D5500

Following is a complete comparison of the Konica Minolta 5D versus Nikon D5500, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Konica and Nikon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the Minolta 5D (6MP) and D5500 (24MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Minolta 5D was announced 10 years earlier than the D5500 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Konica Minolta 5D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D5500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the Minolta 5D matches up against the D5500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D and Nikon D5500. The whole galleries are provided at Konica Minolta 5D Gallery and Nikon D5500 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Konica Minolta 5D has exterior dimensions of 131mm x 93mm x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon D5500 has proportions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs).

Look at the Konica Minolta 5D versus Nikon D5500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Minolta 5D vs the D5500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Minolta 5D and D5500 is 64 and 71 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Minolta 5D and D5500.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon D5500 to resolve greater detail with its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged Minolta 5D is going to be behind in sensor tech.