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Nikon D70s

The D70s builds on the success of its popular predecessor, the D70, with multiple internal and external refinements including an improved autofocus system, larger LCD monitor, the addition of a remote cord port, new graphic user interface, among several other enhancements. Designed for a broad range of consumers from experienced and amateur photographers to beginning photo enthusiasts and hobbyists, the D70s offers a proven track record of superior image quality, robust performance, and advanced new features. Its DX format 6.1-effective megapixel CCD sensor is optimized to deliver images with excellent sharpness and clarity. An improved autofocus system delivers enhanced performance, especially in Dynamic area AF and Dynamic area AF with closest subject priority modes. This combined with Nikon's unique Dynamic Buffer technology (that allows the camera to continuously take up to 144 pictures at a speed of three pictures per second*) makes the D70s even more responsive when photographing fast moving subjects.

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Nikon D70s
MSRP $912.50
Release date January, 2005
Brand Nikon
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Pros:
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Size & weight, make it feel right. (D80/D90 is slightly smaller, I prefer the feel of the D70 over the newer models)
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Two control dials, same control as pro model cameras. Very intuitive in full manual mode.
+3agreedisagree

Works with ALL Nikon AF lenses. (has internal focus motor)
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6.1MP is Big Enough for almost any purpose, and the RAW files are a reasonable size (compared to the newer 12+MP)
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Excellent Battery Life, up to 1000 shots on a battery
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Can be master for Nikon CLS, wireless control Nikon flashes (SB-600, SB-800, SB-900) without the need for any accessories.
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1/500 Flash Sync benefit for high-speed flash photography (1/200 on D80 and D90)
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Compatible with IR remote
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Tiny LCD Screen with low resolution
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High sensor noise over ISO400
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Does not Meter with MF Lenses (D200/D300 does)
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No Live View on LCD
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Viewfinder is smaller and dimmer than newer models
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aging design - small LCD/resolution, small sensor, etc...
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written by hal Aug 5, 06

This report was started August 5, 2006 at 6:42 pm by hal
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bugalaman

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July 12, 2009
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100
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5 pros
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Size & weight, make it feel right. (D80/D90 is slightly smaller, I prefer the feel of the D70 over the newer models)
  • Two control dials, same control as pro model cameras. Very intuitive in full manual mode.
  • Works with ALL Nikon AF lenses. (has internal focus motor)
  • 6.1MP is Big Enough for almost any purpose, and the RAW files are a reasonable size (compared to the newer 12+MP)
  • Excellent Battery Life, up to 1000 shots on a battery

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sh0rty

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July 8, 2009
ProSCORE
62
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8 pros
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1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Size & weight, make it feel right. (D80/D90 is slightly smaller, I prefer the feel of the D70 over the newer models)
  • Two control dials, same control as pro model cameras. Very intuitive in full manual mode.
  • Works with ALL Nikon AF lenses. (has internal focus motor)
  • 6.1MP is Big Enough for almost any purpose, and the RAW files are a reasonable size (compared to the newer 12+MP)
  • Excellent Battery Life, up to 1000 shots on a battery
  • Can be master for Nikon CLS, wireless control Nikon flashes (SB-600, SB-800, SB-900) without the need for any accessories.
  • 1/500 Flash Sync benefit for high-speed flash photography (1/200 on D80 and D90)
  • Compatible with IR remote

Cons

  • Tiny LCD Screen with low resolution
  • High sensor noise over ISO400
  • Does not Meter with MF Lenses (D200/D300 does)
  • No Live View on LCD
  • Viewfinder is smaller and dimmer than newer models

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Yale

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July 8, 2009
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ProSCORE
50
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mixed
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2 pros
2 cons
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • Size & weight, make it feel right. (D80/D90 is slightly smaller, I prefer the feel of the D70 over the newer models)
  • Two control dials, same control as pro model cameras. Very intuitive in full manual mode.

Cons

  • Tiny LCD Screen with low resolution
  • aging design - small LCD/resolution, small sensor, etc...

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