Konica Minolta 5D vs Panasonic L1

Lets look closer at the Konica Minolta 5D versus Panasonic L1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Konica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Minolta 5D (6MP) and the L1 (7MP) is relatively comparable but the Minolta 5D (APS-C) and L1 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Minolta 5D was brought out 21 months before the L1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Minolta 5D scores versus the L1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D & Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The entire galleries are provided at Konica Minolta 5D Gallery & Panasonic L1 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Konica Minolta 5D features outer measurements of 131mm x 93mm x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Panasonic L1 has measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Konica Minolta 5D versus Panasonic L1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Minolta 5D against the L1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Minolta 5D and L1 is 64 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The picture here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Minolta 5D and L1.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Minolta 5D due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic L1 will show more detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged Minolta 5D will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.