Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-10
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Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-10 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 793g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed September 2006
- Later Model is Samsung GX-20

Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-10 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Nikon D70 and Samsung GX-10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the D70 (6MP) and GX-10 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

The D70 was released 3 years prior to the GX-10 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the D70 scores vs the GX-10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-10 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D70 & Samsung GX-10. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D70 Gallery & Samsung GX-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D70 over the Samsung GX-10
D70 | GX-10 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Nikon D70
GX-10 | D70 | |||
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Revealed | September 2006 | ![]() | April 2004 | Newer by 29 months |
Display dimension | 2.5" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 210k | ![]() | 130k | Crisper display (+80k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D70 and Samsung GX-10
D70 | GX-10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon D70 enjoys exterior measurements of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-10 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
Examine the Nikon D70 and Samsung GX-10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the D70 vs the GX-10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the D70 and GX-10 is 61 and 59 respectively.

Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D70 and GX-10.
Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung GX-10 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged D70 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-10 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-10 Specifications
Nikon D70 | Samsung GX-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon D70 | Samsung GX-10 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2004-04-05 | 2006-09-21 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 367.4mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 309 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 1.8 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 130 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/500s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 679g (1.50 pounds) | 793g (1.75 pounds) |
Dimensions | 140 x 111 x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 529 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | EN-EL3 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $296 | $850 |