Konica Minolta 5D vs Nikon D70s

Below, we are analyzing the Konica Minolta 5D versus Nikon D70s, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Konica and Nikon. The image resolution of the Minolta 5D (6MP) and the D70s (6MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Minolta 5D was launched 3 months later than the D70s which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Minolta 5D matches up against the D70s with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D & Nikon D70s. The complete galleries are provided at Konica Minolta 5D Gallery & Nikon D70s Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Konica Minolta 5D has exterior measurements of 131mm x 93mm x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Nikon D70s has specifications of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs).

Analyze the Konica Minolta 5D versus Nikon D70s in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Minolta 5D vs the D70s.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Minolta 5D and D70s is 64 and 61 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Minolta 5D and D70s.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you would want to factor the age of the cameras into account.