Canon 5D MIV vs Nikon D70s
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Canon 5D MIV vs Nikon D70s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 30MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 890g - 151 x 116 x 76mm
- Announced August 2016
- Earlier Model is Canon 5D MIII
(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
- Launched April 2005
- Superseded the Nikon D70
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The following is a comprehensive review of the Canon 5D MIV and Nikon D70s, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the 5D MIV (30MP) and D70s (6MP) and the 5D MIV (Full frame) and D70s (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe 5D MIV was introduced 11 years after the D70s which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 5D MIV grades against the D70s with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and Nikon D70s. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 5D MIV Gallery and Nikon D70s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 5D MIV over the Nikon D70s
| 5D MIV | D70s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2016 |  | April 2005 | Newer by 139 months |
| Display dimensions | 3.2" |  | 2" | Larger display (+1.2") |
| Display resolution | 1620k |  | 130k | Clearer display (+1490k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D70s over the Canon 5D MIV
| D70s | 5D MIV |
|---|
Common features in the Canon 5D MIV and Nikon D70s
| 5D MIV | D70s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon 5D MIV vs Nikon D70s Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 5D MIV provides physical dimensions of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 890 grams (1.96 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).
Take a look at the Canon 5D MIV and Nikon D70s in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the 5D MIV against the D70s.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5D MIV and D70s is 55 and 61 respectively.
Canon 5D MIV vs Nikon D70s Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The image here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D MIV and D70s.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 5D MIV with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Canon 5D MIV will offer you greater detail using its extra 24 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher 5D MIV provides an edge in sensor tech.
Canon 5D MIV vs Nikon D70s Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon 5D MIV vs Nikon D70s Specifications
| Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | Nikon D70s | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | Nikon D70s |
| Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Announced | 2016-08-25 | 2005-04-20 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Digic 6+ | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.7 x 15.5mm |
| Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 367.4mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 30 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 6720 x 4480 | 3008 x 2000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 61 | - |
| Cross type focus points | 41 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Canon EF | Nikon F |
| Total lenses | 250 | 309 |
| Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3.2 inch | 2 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 1,620k dots | 130k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.5x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
| Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/500 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (29.97p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 29.97p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (119.9p) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | None |
| Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Built-in | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 890 grams (1.96 pounds) | 679 grams (1.50 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 151 x 116 x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") | 140 x 111 x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 91 | 50 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 24.8 | 20.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.6 | 10.3 |
| DXO Low light rating | 2995 | 529 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 900 images | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | LP-E6 | EN-EL3a |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | CompactFlash + SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I enabled) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
| Card slots | Two | Single |
| Pricing at release | $3,299 | $700 |
