Konica Minolta 5D vs Sigma SD1

Here is a thorough analysis of the Konica Minolta 5D and Sigma SD1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Konica and Sigma. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Minolta 5D (6MP) and SD1 (15MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Minolta 5D was launched 6 years earlier than the SD1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Minolta 5D grades vs the SD1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D and Sigma SD1. The complete galleries are available at Konica Minolta 5D Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Konica Minolta 5D comes with physical 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 Sigma SD1 has specifications of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Konica Minolta 5D and Sigma SD1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Minolta 5D vs the SD1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Minolta 5D and SD1 is 64 and 77 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Minolta 5D and SD1.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sigma SD1 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Minolta 5D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.