Konica Minolta 5D vs Sony A99 II

Its time to look a little more closely at the Konica Minolta 5D vs Sony A99 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Konica and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Minolta 5D (6MP) and A99 II (42MP) and the Minolta 5D (APS-C) and A99 II (Full frame) posses different sensor sizing.

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The Minolta 5D was launched 12 years earlier than the A99 II and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Minolta 5D grades vs the A99 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D and Sony Alpha A99 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Konica Minolta 5D Gallery and Sony A99 II Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Konica Minolta 5D enjoys external measurements of 131mm x 93mm x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Sony A99 II has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).

Contrast the Konica Minolta 5D vs Sony A99 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Minolta 5D versus the A99 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Minolta 5D and A99 II is 64 and 57 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Minolta 5D and A99 II.

All in all, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Minolta 5D due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A99 II will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 36MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older Minolta 5D is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.