Konica Minolta 7D vs Nikon D7500

Its time to look much closer at the Konica Minolta 7D versus Nikon D7500, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Konica and Nikon. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the Minolta 7D (6MP) and D7500 (21MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The Minolta 7D was revealed 13 years prior to the D7500 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the Minolta 7D matches up vs the D7500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D & Nikon D7500. The full galleries are available at Konica Minolta 7D Gallery & Nikon D7500 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Konica Minolta 7D comes with physical dimensions 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 D7500 has measurements of 136mm x 104mm x 73mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 2.9") having a weight of 720 grams (1.59 lbs).

Compare the Konica Minolta 7D versus Nikon D7500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Minolta 7D vs the D7500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Minolta 7D and D7500 is 57 and 60 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Minolta 7D and D7500.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon D7500 to give you greater detail because of its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged Minolta 7D is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.