Nikon D70 vs Nikon Df

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon D70 versus Nikon Df, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the D70 (6MP) and Df (16MP) and the D70 (APS-C) and Df (Full frame) have different sensor measurements.

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The D70 was brought out 10 years earlier than the Df and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the D70 matches up versus the Df with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D70 & Nikon Df. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D70 Gallery & Nikon Df Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon D70 comes with exterior 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) and the Nikon Df has measurements of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D70 versus Nikon Df in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the D70 against the Df.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D70 and Df is 61 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D70 and Df.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D70 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Nikon Df will offer you more detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older D70 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.