Konica Minolta 7D vs Nikon D7000

On this page, we are evaluating the Konica Minolta 7D and Nikon D7000, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Konica and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Minolta 7D (6MP) and D7000 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Minolta 7D was manufactured 6 years before the D7000 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Minolta 7D scores vs the D7000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D and Nikon D7000. The entire galleries are provided at Konica Minolta 7D Gallery and Nikon D7000 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Konica Minolta 7D features outside 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) whilst the Nikon D7000 has proportions of 132mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs).

Check out the Konica Minolta 7D and Nikon D7000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Minolta 7D and the D7000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Minolta 7D and D7000 is 57 and 59 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The image below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Minolta 7D and D7000.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon D7000 to give you extra detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged Minolta 7D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.