Nikon D70 vs Panasonic GF8

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon D70 versus Panasonic GF8, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the D70 (6MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the D70 (APS-C) and GF8 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The D70 was announced 13 years before the GF8 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D70 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the D70 scores against the GF8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D70 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon D70 enjoys outer 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) while the Panasonic GF8 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Look at the Nikon D70 versus Panasonic GF8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the D70 versus the GF8.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D70 and GF8 is 61 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D70 and GF8.

Clearly, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D70 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GF8 will give extra detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D70 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.