Konica Minolta 5D vs Sony A77

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Konica Minolta 5D and Sony A77, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Konica and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the Minolta 5D (6MP) and A77 (24MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Minolta 5D was manufactured 7 years earlier than the A77 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the Minolta 5D grades versus the A77 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D & Sony SLT-A77. The entire galleries are viewable at Konica Minolta 5D Gallery & Sony A77 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Konica Minolta 5D has exterior measurements of 131mm x 93mm x 67mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Sony A77 has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).

Compare the Konica Minolta 5D and Sony A77 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Minolta 5D against the A77.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Minolta 5D and A77 is 64 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The photograph here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Minolta 5D and A77.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony A77 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The older Minolta 5D is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.