Nikon D70s

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1163 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the sensor and exposure. The value for money and zoom are also mentioned favorably. Opinions about the image stabilizer and color are different. The video and software get critical views.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital SLR Cameras the Nikon D70s is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by: Richard Baguley (pcworld.com)

Nikon D70S Camera

Compared to some other digital SLRs--such as the bulky Fujifilm Finepix S2 Pro or the heavy Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D--the Nikon D70s feels small and lightweight. The D70s fits comfortably in the hand, measuring just 5.5 by 4.4 by 3.1 inches, and weighs...

Small and lightweight

Image quality could be better

At $1299 for the kit we reviewed, the D70s costs a few hundred dollars more than some other SLRs we've tested. But it is a good value for the money if you don't own any lenses: the 18-70mm Nikkor lens that comes with the kit is excellent. But if you...

Aug, 2005

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Expert review by: Richard Baguley (pcworld.com)

Nikon D70s SLR Digital Camera Kit w/ 18-70mm Lens (6.1MP, 3008x2000, 4x Opt)

Small and lightweight ; Fast power up ; Great value, fine optical performance, great light meter, good auto focus performance

Image quality could be better ; Not compatible with older, manual focus Nikon lenses ; Noisy low-light performance

Small and lightweight, the D70s offers conveniences that other models don't have, but its image quality lags a bit.

Aug, 2005

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Expert review by: (steves-digicams.com)

Nikon D70s SLR

The D70s is the 2005 successor to Nikon's best-selling and affordable (under $1000) 6.1-megapixel D70 digital SLR introduced last year. The D70s is well suited for beginning photo enthusiasts, hobbyists and advanced users and offers a combination of super

As stated in the opening paragraph, Nikon's D70s is a refinement of one of the most successful amateur dSLR's ever produced. While its resolution falls 2-megapixels short of Canon's industry-leading Digital Rebel XT, the D70s offers very good shooting per

Jun, 2005

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Expert review by: (cnet.com)

Nikon D70s (with 18-70mm AF-S DX and 55-200mm AF-S DX Lenses)

Versatile drive mode; excellent dynamic range, noise levels, and color rendition; full feature set with lots of customization options; responsive operation; solid battery life.

No preshot mirror lockup; only one set of custom parameters; raw-file editing/control software costs extra.

Small improvements fine-tune one of the best digital SLRs in the sub-$1,000 class.

Jun, 2005

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Expert review by: Terry Sullivan (pcmag.com)

Nikon D70S

Megapixels: 6.1, Media Format: CompactFlash, Maximum Resolution: 3008 x 2000 pixels, Type: D-SLR

Slightly larger LCD than the D70. Excellent flash coverage. Good menu structure.

Expensive.

The D70s is basically the popular D70 with a slightly larger LCD screen. It's an excellent 6.1MP D-SLR, but our Editors' Choice remains the Canon Rebel XT, an excellent (and less expensive) 8MP D-SLR.

Jun, 2005

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Expert review by: Photocrati Staff (photocrati.com)

Nikon D70s Review Round-Up

Nikon's D70s is a refinement of one of the most successful amateur dSLR's ever produced. While its resolution falls 2-megapixels short of Canon's industry-leading Digital Rebel XT, the D70s offers very good shooting performance and excellent image...

Mar, 2009

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Expert review by: Jeff Keller (dcresource.com)

Nikon D70s

The original D70 was one of my favorite D-SLRs from last year. How does this latest revision perform? Find out in our review

Excellent photo quality ; Very well built, feels solid in your hands ; Full manual controls ; Robust performance; impressive continuous shooting mode when a fast memory card is used; fast AF system ; All the expandability you'd expect from a D-SLR ;...

Images aren't overly sharp at default settings (normal for D-SLRs) ; Moiré can be a problem ; No USB 2.0 High Speed support ; Included software doesn't allow for RAW image manipulation; that and remote camera control require $100 Nikon Capture...

Ultimately it comes down to what's important to you. Decide what matters most, try the cameras in person, and then pick the one that fits your needs! You really can't go wrong with any D-SLR on the market.

Apr, 2008

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Expert review by: Eric Reagan (photographybay.com)

Nikon D70s Reviews and Resources

Same as D70, which is excellent. Sorry, no surprises. This is great, since I love how my D70 operates.

The Nikon D70s offers a wealth of features, fast and accurate operation and solid build quality at a price point that would have been difficult to believe only a couple of years ago. Negative points are few – it “only” has 6 megapixels (although this...

Jan, 2007

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Expert review by: Loren Crannell (photographyreview.com)

Nikon D70s

As a kid I had dreams of owning a Nikon, and that wish endured for more than 25 years. When I finally got one, I fell in love with the Nikon system and body style. If it had remained a film-only world, I would still be using Nikon cameras and lenses....

Two-button on-camera flash memory card formatting, White balance fine-tuning, Ultra fast flash sync, Viewfinder with grid, Dust elimination in software, Noise acceptable at any ISO, Mirror lockup, Nikon's consistent, system-wide 1.5x digital crop...

Lowest ISO is 200, Small viewfinder, AC adapter not included, NikonCapture software not included

For the price, the Nikon D70s is hard to beat. Nikon built a camera that helps the photographer create great images and reduces the likelihood of a bad image. I believe that Nikon decided to use ISO 200 as the lowest setting to make it easier for...

Jan, 2006

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Expert review by: (photographyblog.com)

Nikon D70s Review

The Nikon D70s is an updated version of the extremely popular D70 digital SLR camera. The 6 megapixel D70s offers a number of improvements when compared to its predecessor. The autofocus system has been refined, there is a larger 2 inch LCD monitor,...

The Nikon D70s is as good an excuse as any to dip your toe in the water and join the DSLR revolution. It provides almost everything that most photographers will ever need in a camera (digital or otherwise), whilst delivering fantastic ease of use and...

Aug, 2005

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Product Specifications

The D70s is an evolution of the award winning D70. It inherits the image quality, high performance and user-friendliness of the D70 and introduces refinements that further help photographers freely capture precious moments the instant they unfold.The advanced 6.1 megapixel DX format CCD sensor produces exceptionally detailed, high-resolution images with pure, vivid colors, suitable for printing in large formats. Powers up in 0.2 sec. and shoots at a rapid 3 fps continuously up to 144 shots. With shutter speeds of up to 1/8000 sec. and a high-speed flash sync of 1/500 sec. The new, powerful, rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery EN-EL3a delivers the required power to shoot up to 2, 500 images on a single charge. The new optional Remote Cord MC-DC1 is a convenient option for landscape, long exposure night shots, close-ups, or shots taken with a tripod. Cable-free operation is available with the optional wireless infrared Remote Control ML-L3. An extra large and bright 2.0-inch LCD screen makes it easy to control images and provides an easy-to-understand, color-coded menu. Allows 25 advanced custom settings for customizing the camera to the photographer's specific needs. The 5-area MulticamCAM900 AF system brings everything into pin-sharp focus and the AF-assist illuminator helps to maintain focus in low-light conditions. Its predictive focus tracking even stays locked on to moving subjects, delivering razor-sharp images of fast moving objects. The 3D Color Matrix Metering, with 1, 005-pixel sensor, automatically ensures consistent, accurate exposure by measuring brightness, color, contrast, selected focus area and distance values on each shot. The Digital Vari-Program Modes automatically optimize the camera settings to achieve the best photographic results when there is no time to set shutter speed or aperture in the exposure modes. A full manual mode allows the advanced user to stay in complete creative control. The built-in i-TTL speedlight has an increased, 18mm wide flash coverage. It also works with Nikon's Creative Lighting system, serving as a remote commander that controls 1 group of multiple wireless SB-600 or SB-800 Speedlights.