Konica Minolta 7D vs Nikon D70s

Here is a extensive assessment of the Konica Minolta 7D vs Nikon D70s, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Konica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Minolta 7D (6MP) and the D70s (6MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Minolta 7D was manufactured 3 months prior to the D70s so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Minolta 7D matches up against the D70s with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D and Nikon D70s. The entire galleries are available at Konica Minolta 7D Gallery and Nikon D70s Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Konica Minolta 7D features outer dimensions of 150mm x 106mm x 78mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 845 grams (1.86 lbs) whilst the Nikon D70s has sizing of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs).

Check out the Konica Minolta 7D vs Nikon D70s in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Minolta 7D against the D70s.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Minolta 7D and D70s is 57 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Minolta 7D and D70s.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files however you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.