Konica Minolta 5D vs Samsung GX-1S
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44 Features
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44 Features
36 Overall
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Konica Minolta 5D vs Samsung GX-1S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 670g - 131 x 93 x 67mm
- Introduced July 2005
- Other Name is Dynax 5D
- Renewed by Sony A100
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Revealed January 2006
Konica Minolta 5D vs Samsung GX-1S Overview
Lets look more closely at the Konica Minolta 5D vs Samsung GX-1S, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Konica and Samsung. The resolution of the Minolta 5D (6MP) and the GX-1S (6MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Minolta 5D was introduced 6 months before the GX-1S which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the Minolta 5D scores against the GX-1S in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Konica Minolta 5D vs Samsung GX-1S Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D & Samsung GX-1S. The whole galleries are provided at Konica Minolta 5D Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Konica Minolta 5D over the Samsung GX-1S
Minolta 5D | GX-1S |
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Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Konica Minolta 5D
GX-1S | Minolta 5D | |||
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Display resolution | 210k | 115k | Sharper display (+95k dot) |
Common features in the Konica Minolta 5D and Samsung GX-1S
Minolta 5D | GX-1S | |||
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Revealed | July 2005 | January 2006 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.5" | 2.5" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Konica Minolta 5D vs Samsung GX-1S Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Konica Minolta 5D provides physical measurements of 131mm x 93mm x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1S has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).
Look at the Konica Minolta 5D vs Samsung GX-1S in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Minolta 5D against the GX-1S.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Minolta 5D and GX-1S is 64 and 68 respectively.
Konica Minolta 5D vs Samsung GX-1S Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The picture below may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Minolta 5D and GX-1S.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.
Konica Minolta 5D vs Samsung GX-1S Screen and ViewFinder
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Konica Minolta 5D vs Samsung GX-1S Specifications
Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D | Samsung GX-1S | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Konica | Samsung |
Model type | Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D | Samsung GX-1S |
Otherwise known as | Dynax 5D | - |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2005-07-15 | 2006-01-16 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6MP | 6MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Pentax KAF |
Available lenses | 143 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 115 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/160s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 grams (1.48 lbs) | 605 grams (1.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 93 x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 58 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 605 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-400 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $1,100 | $850 |