Nikon D70 vs Panasonic ZS80

Following is a extensive overview of the Nikon D70 vs Panasonic ZS80, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the D70 (6MP) and ZS80 (20MP) and the D70 (APS-C) and ZS80 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The D70 was revealed 15 years prior to the ZS80 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D70 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the D70 grades vs the ZS80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D70 & Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D70 Gallery & Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon D70 provides exterior measurements of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS80 has proportions of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the D70 and the ZS80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D70 and ZS80 is 61 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D70 and ZS80.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D70 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS80 will offer more detail because of its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged D70 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.