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Canon 10D vs Nikon D70

Portability
56
Imaging
42
Features
36
Overall
39
Canon EOS 10D front
 
Nikon D70 front
Portability
61
Imaging
43
Features
39
Overall
41

Canon 10D vs Nikon D70 Key Specs

Canon 10D
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 1.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • No Video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 875g - 150 x 107 x 75mm
  • Released March 2003
  • Successor is Canon 20D
Nikon D70
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 1.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 1600
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 679g - 140 x 111 x 78mm
  • Launched April 2004
  • Replacement is Nikon D80
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Canon 10D vs Nikon D70 Overview

The following is a in depth overview of the Canon 10D versus Nikon D70, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the 10D (6MP) and the D70 (6MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 10D was announced 12 months earlier than the D70 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the 10D matches up against the D70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon 10D over the Nikon D70

 10D D70 

Reasons to pick Nikon D70 over the Canon 10D

 D70 10D 
LaunchedApril 2004March 2003Newer by 12 months
Screen resolution130k118kClearer screen (+12k dot)

Common features in the Canon 10D and Nikon D70

 10D D70 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension1.8"1.8"Identical screen sizing
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Canon 10D vs Nikon D70 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 10D enjoys exterior measurements of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 875 grams (1.93 lbs) while the Nikon D70 has measurements 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 the Canon 10D versus Nikon D70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the 10D against the D70.

Canon 10D vs Nikon D70 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 10D and D70 is 56 and 61 respectively.

Canon 10D vs Nikon D70 top view buttons comparison

Canon 10D vs Nikon D70 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The image here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 10D and D70.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of images but you should always consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged 10D is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon 10D vs Nikon D70 sensor size comparison

Canon 10D vs Nikon D70 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 10D vs Nikon D70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 10D Portrait photography details
Nikon D70 Portrait photography details
49
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no liveview feature
MP count low (6 megapixels)
52
you can focus manually
above average flash sync (1/500 seconds)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
doesn't have liveview
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Canon 10D as a Street photography camera
Nikon D70 as a Street photography camera
50
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
53
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon 10D Sports photography info
Nikon D70 Sports photography info
37
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports phase detect AF
no liveview feature
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (6 megapixels)
42
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports phase detect auto focus
doesn't have liveview
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Canon 10D Travel photography features
Nikon D70 Travel photography features
40
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
MP count low (6MP)
display is not selfie friendly
43
flash built-in
does not have Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 10D as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon D70 as a Landscape photography camera
44
has manual focus
switch lenses (Canon EF mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (1.8 inches)
no liveview feature
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (6MP)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
45
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen is small (1.8 inch)
doesn't have liveview
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon 10D
Vlogging with Nikon D70
9
can't shoot video
9
lack of video recording
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Canon 10D vs Nikon D70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 10D and Nikon D70
 Canon EOS 10DNikon D70
General Information
Brand Name Canon Nikon
Model Canon EOS 10D Nikon D70
Class Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Released 2003-03-31 2004-04-05
Physical type Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 22.7 x 15.1mm 23.7 x 15.5mm
Sensor area 342.8mm² 367.4mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixels 6 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Max resolution 3072 x 2048 3008 x 2000
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 7 -
Lens
Lens mount Canon EF Nikon F
Total lenses 250 309
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 1.8 inches 1.8 inches
Resolution of display 118k dots 130k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.55x 0.5x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 12.00 m (ISO 100) 11.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/200 secs 1/500 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Max video resolution None None
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 875g (1.93 pounds) 679g (1.50 pounds)
Dimensions 150 x 107 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") 140 x 111 x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 57 50
DXO Color Depth score 21.1 20.4
DXO Dynamic range score 10.9 10.3
DXO Low light score 571 529
Other
Battery model - EN-EL3
Self timer Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) Yes (2 to 20 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type Compact Flash (Type I or II) Compact Flash (Type I or II)
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $1,900 $296