Nikon D3200 vs Nikon D70
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Nikon D3200 vs Nikon D70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 505g - 125 x 96 x 77mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Earlier Model is Nikon D3100
- Newer Model is Nikon D3300
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 1600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 679g - 140 x 111 x 78mm
- Introduced April 2004
- Renewed by Nikon D80

Nikon D3200 vs Nikon D70 Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Nikon D3200 versus Nikon D70, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are created by Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the D3200 (24MP) and D70 (6MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The D3200 was unveiled 8 years later than the D70 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon D3200 being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D70 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the D3200 matches up against the D70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon D3200 vs Nikon D70 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3200 and Nikon D70. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D3200 Gallery and Nikon D70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D3200 over the Nikon D70
D3200 | D70 | |||
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Introduced | July 2012 | ![]() | April 2004 | Fresher by 102 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.2") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 130k | Sharper screen (+791k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D70 over the Nikon D3200
D70 | D3200 |
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Common features in the Nikon D3200 and Nikon D70
D3200 | D70 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon D3200 vs Nikon D70 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D3200 offers external measurements of 125mm x 96mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) while the Nikon D70 has dimensions of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon D3200 versus Nikon D70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the D3200 versus the D70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D3200 and D70 is 67 and 61 respectively.

Nikon D3200 vs Nikon D70 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the D3200 and D70.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon D3200 to offer more detail having an extra 18MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger D3200 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Nikon D3200 vs Nikon D70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D3200 vs Nikon D70 Specifications
Nikon D3200 | Nikon D70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D3200 | Nikon D70 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2012-07-25 | 2004-04-05 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.2 x 15.4mm | 23.7 x 15.5mm |
Sensor surface area | 357.3mm² | 367.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 3008 x 2000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 1.8 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 130k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with 160� viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.5x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/500s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 505 gr (1.11 lb) | 679 gr (1.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 96 x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") | 140 x 111 x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 81 | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.1 | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.2 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 1131 | 529 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 540 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL14 | EN-EL3 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $530 | $296 |