Konica Minolta 7D vs Nikon Df

Here, we will be analyzing the Konica Minolta 7D and Nikon Df, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Konica and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Minolta 7D (6MP) and Df (16MP) and the Minolta 7D (APS-C) and Df (Full frame) boast different sensor measurements.

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The Minolta 7D was released 10 years before the Df which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Minolta 7D scores against the Df in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D and Nikon Df. The complete galleries are available at Konica Minolta 7D Gallery and Nikon Df Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Konica Minolta 7D has external measurements of 150mm x 106mm x 78mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 845 grams (1.86 lbs) while the Nikon Df has measurements of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") having a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Contrast the Konica Minolta 7D and Nikon Df in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Minolta 7D vs the Df.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Minolta 7D and Df is 57 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The pic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Minolta 7D and Df.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Minolta 7D due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Nikon Df will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Minolta 7D will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.