Canon 20Da vs Nikon D70s
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Canon 20Da vs Nikon D70s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 770g - 144 x 106 x 72mm
- Released June 2005
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 679g - 140 x 111 x 78mm
- Released April 2005
- Earlier Model is Nikon D70
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On this page, we are contrasting the Canon 20Da and Nikon D70s, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the 20Da (8MP) and D70s (6MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 20Da was introduced 2 months later than the D70s which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the 20Da matches up against the D70s in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 20Da and Nikon D70s. The whole galleries are available at Canon 20Da Gallery and Nikon D70s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20Da over the Nikon D70s
| 20Da | D70s |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon D70s over the Canon 20Da
| D70s | 20Da | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 2" |  | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 130k |  | 118k | Crisper display (+12k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 20Da and Nikon D70s
| 20Da | D70s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2005 |  | April 2005 | Similar generation |
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Canon 20Da vs Nikon D70s Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 20Da has got exterior dimensions of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) whilst the Nikon D70s has proportions of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 20Da and Nikon D70s in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the 20Da against the D70s.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 20Da and D70s is 59 and 61 respectively.
Canon 20Da vs Nikon D70s Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 20Da and D70s.
As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon 20Da to deliver greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively.
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Canon 20Da vs Nikon D70s Specifications
| Canon EOS 20Da | Nikon D70s | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon EOS 20Da | Nikon D70s |
| Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Released | 2005-06-01 | 2005-04-20 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.7 x 15.5mm |
| Sensor surface area | 337.5mm² | 367.4mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 3008 x 2000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
| Number of lenses | 326 | 309 |
| Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 1.8 inch | 2 inch |
| Display resolution | 118k dots | 130k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.5x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/500 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Max video resolution | None | None |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 770g (1.70 lb) | 679g (1.50 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 140 x 111 x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 50 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.3 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 529 |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | - | EN-EL3a |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $1,499 | $700 |
