Konica Minolta 5D vs Nikon D70

Here is a complete overview of the Konica Minolta 5D and Nikon D70, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Konica and Nikon. The image resolution of the Minolta 5D (6MP) and the D70 (6MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The Minolta 5D was announced 16 months later than the D70 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Minolta 5D matches up vs the D70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D and Nikon D70. The whole galleries are viewable at Konica Minolta 5D Gallery and Nikon D70 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Konica Minolta 5D provides outer dimensions of 131mm x 93mm x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Nikon D70 has specifications of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs).

Examine the Konica Minolta 5D and Nikon D70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Minolta 5D versus the D70.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Minolta 5D and D70 is 64 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Minolta 5D and D70.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher Minolta 5D should have an advantage in sensor tech.