Konica Minolta 7D vs Nikon D4
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Konica Minolta 7D vs Nikon D4 Key Specs
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- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 845g - 150 x 106 x 78mm
- Launched January 2005
- Also referred to as Dynax 7D / Alpha-7 Digital
- Replacement is Sony A700
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Konica Minolta 7D vs Nikon D4 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Konica Minolta 7D versus Nikon D4, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Pro DSLR by competitors Konica and Nikon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the Minolta 7D (6MP) and D4 (16MP) and the Minolta 7D (APS-C) and D4 (Full frame) offer different sensor dimensions.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe Minolta 7D was released 8 years before the D4 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Konica Minolta 7D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D4 being a Large SLR camera.
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Minolta 7D scores against the D4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Konica Minolta 7D vs Nikon D4 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D and Nikon D4. The complete galleries are provided at Konica Minolta 7D Gallery and Nikon D4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Konica Minolta 7D over the Nikon D4
Minolta 7D | D4 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D4 over the Konica Minolta 7D
D4 | Minolta 7D | |||
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Released | January 2012 | January 2005 | More modern by 84 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 207k | Clearer screen (+714k dot) |
Common features in the Konica Minolta 7D and Nikon D4
Minolta 7D | D4 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Konica Minolta 7D vs Nikon D4 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Konica Minolta 7D features outer dimensions of 150mm x 106mm x 78mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 845 grams (1.86 lbs) and the Nikon D4 has measurements of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).
Contrast the Konica Minolta 7D versus Nikon D4 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Minolta 7D against the D4.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Minolta 7D and D4 is 57 and 50 respectively.
Konica Minolta 7D vs Nikon D4 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The image here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Minolta 7D and D4.
As you have seen, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Minolta 7D due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Nikon D4 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged Minolta 7D is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Konica Minolta 7D vs Nikon D4 Specifications
Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D | Nikon D4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Konica | Nikon |
Model | Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D | Nikon D4 |
Also called | Dynax 7D / Alpha-7 Digital | - |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Launched | 2005-01-17 | 2012-01-06 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 860.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4928 x 3280 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 51 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 143 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 207k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with brightness control |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 11.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/160 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 845g (1.86 pounds) | 1340g (2.95 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 150 x 106 x 78mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.1") | 160 x 157 x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 58 | 89 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.2 | 24.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | 613 | 2965 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | 2600 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-400 | EN-EL18 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2-20 seconds, 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | CompactFlash, XQD |
Storage slots | Single | Two |
Launch pricing | $1,000 | $4,500 |