Konica Minolta 5D vs Pentax ist DS2

Below, we are contrasting the Konica Minolta 5D and Pentax ist DS2, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Konica and Pentax. The image resolution of the Minolta 5D (6MP) and the ist DS2 (6MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Minolta 5D was released about the same time to the ist DS2 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Minolta 5D matches up versus the ist DS2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D and Pentax ist DS2. The complete galleries are provided at Konica Minolta 5D Gallery and Pentax ist DS2 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Konica Minolta 5D offers 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 Pentax ist DS2 has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Analyze the Konica Minolta 5D and Pentax ist DS2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Minolta 5D vs the ist DS2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Minolta 5D and ist DS2 is 64 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Minolta 5D and ist DS2.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of files though you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account.