Konica Minolta 7D vs Nikon D500

Here, we will be contrasting the Konica Minolta 7D versus Nikon D500, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Konica and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Minolta 7D (6MP) and D500 (21MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The Minolta 7D was revealed 12 years earlier than the D500 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the Minolta 7D grades versus the D500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D & Nikon D500. The full galleries are provided at Konica Minolta 7D Gallery & Nikon D500 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Konica Minolta 7D provides external measurements of 150mm x 106mm x 78mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 845 grams (1.86 lbs) whilst the Nikon D500 has proportions of 147mm x 115mm x 81mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 3.2") having a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs).

Examine the Konica Minolta 7D versus Nikon D500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Minolta 7D compared to the D500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Minolta 7D and D500 is 57 and 56 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The image here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Minolta 7D and D500.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon D500 to resolve more detail because of its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Minolta 7D is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.