Canon 40D vs Nikon D70s
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Canon 40D vs Nikon D70s Key Specs
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- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 1600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 679g - 140 x 111 x 78mm
- Announced April 2005
- Earlier Model is Nikon D70
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon 40D and Nikon D70s, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the 40D (10MP) and D70s (6MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 40D was revealed 2 years later than the D70s and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the 40D matches up versus the D70s in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Canon 40D over the Nikon D70s
| 40D | D70s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | October 2007 |  | April 2005 | More recent by 31 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2" | Bigger screen (+1") |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 130k | Crisper screen (+100k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D70s over the Canon 40D
| D70s | 40D |
|---|
Common features in the Canon 40D and Nikon D70s
| 40D | D70s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon 40D vs Nikon D70s Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 40D features physical dimensions of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) while the Nikon D70s has measurements of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the 40D compared to the D70s.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 40D and D70s is 57 and 61 respectively.
Canon 40D vs Nikon D70s Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 40D and D70s.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon 40D to show more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher 40D should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon 40D vs Nikon D70s Specifications
| Canon EOS 40D | Nikon D70s | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon EOS 40D | Nikon D70s |
| Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Introduced | 2007-10-24 | 2005-04-20 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 23.7 x 15.5mm |
| Sensor surface area | 328.6mm² | 367.4mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 3888 x 2592 | 3008 x 2000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
| Total lenses | 326 | 309 |
| Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 2 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 130k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.5x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.5 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| 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 |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/500s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Max video resolution | None | None |
| Mic 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 822 grams (1.81 lb) | 679 grams (1.50 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 146 x 108 x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") | 140 x 111 x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 64 | 50 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.1 | 20.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.3 | 10.3 |
| DXO Low light score | 703 | 529 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 800 photos | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | EN-EL3a |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $1,099 | $700 |