Konica Minolta 5D vs Nikon D800E

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Konica Minolta 5D and Nikon D800E, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Konica and Nikon. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the Minolta 5D (6MP) and D800E (36MP) and the Minolta 5D (APS-C) and D800E (Full frame) come with different sensor sizing.

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The Minolta 5D was revealed 8 years before the D800E which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Minolta 5D matches up against the D800E with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D & Nikon D800E. The full galleries are available at Konica Minolta 5D Gallery & Nikon D800E Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Konica Minolta 5D enjoys outside measurements of 131mm x 93mm x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Nikon D800E has sizing of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs).

Take a look at the Konica Minolta 5D and Nikon D800E in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Minolta 5D and the D800E.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Minolta 5D and D800E is 64 and 54 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Minolta 5D and D800E.

As you can see, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Minolta 5D having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Nikon D800E will provide you with more detail because of its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Minolta 5D will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.