Konica Minolta 5D vs Sigma SD15

Here is a extensive analysis of the Konica Minolta 5D vs Sigma SD15, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Konica and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the Minolta 5D (6MP) and the SD15 (5MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Minolta 5D was introduced 5 years earlier than the SD15 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the Minolta 5D scores against the SD15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D and Sigma SD15. The whole galleries are available at Konica Minolta 5D Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Konica Minolta 5D features exterior dimensions of 131mm x 93mm x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Sigma SD15 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Minolta 5D vs the SD15.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Minolta 5D and SD15 is 64 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Minolta 5D and SD15.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Konica Minolta 5D to produce extra detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older Minolta 5D will be behind in sensor technology.