Nikon D40 vs Nikon D70

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon D40 versus Nikon D70, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both manufactured by Nikon. The resolution of the D40 (6MP) and the D70 (6MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The D40 was introduced 2 years later than the D70 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D40 being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D70 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the D40 scores versus the D70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D40 & Nikon D70. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D40 Gallery & Nikon D70 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D40 enjoys outer measurements of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs) and the Nikon D70 has dimensions of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the D40 compared to the D70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D40 and D70 is 71 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The photograph below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D40 and D70.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you would want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent D40 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.