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Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-1L

Portability
61
Imaging
43
Features
39
Overall
41
Nikon D70 front
 
Samsung GX-1L front
Portability
69
Imaging
44
Features
36
Overall
40

Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-1L Key Specs

Nikon D70
(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
  • Released April 2004
  • Updated by Nikon D80
Samsung GX-1L
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF Mount
  • 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
  • Announced February 2006
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Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-1L Overview

The following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon D70 versus Samsung GX-1L, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the D70 (6MP) and the GX-1L (6MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The D70 was introduced 23 months prior to the GX-1L making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the D70 grades versus the GX-1L with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon D70 over the Samsung GX-1L

 D70 GX-1L 

Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Nikon D70

 GX-1L D70 
AnnouncedFebruary 2006April 2004Newer by 23 months
Display dimensions2.5"1.8"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution210k130kCrisper display (+80k dot)

Common features in the Nikon D70 and Samsung GX-1L

 D70 GX-1L 
Manually focus Very exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-1L Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon D70 offers outside dimensions 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 Samsung GX-1L has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the D70 compared to the GX-1L.

Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-1L size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the D70 and GX-1L is 61 and 69 respectively.

Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-1L top view buttons comparison

Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-1L Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the D70 and GX-1L.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you might want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged D70 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-1L sensor size comparison

Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-1L Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-1L Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon D70
Portrait photography with Samsung GX-1L
52
focusing manually
flash sync is higher than normal (1/500 seconds)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
doesn't have liveview
low megapixels (6MP)
50
you can focus manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
doesn't have liveview
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Nikon D70 Street photography information
Samsung GX-1L Street photography information
53
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
60
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lighter than competition in class (570 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Nikon D70 Sports photography factors
Samsung GX-1L Sports photography factors
42
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect auto focus
doesn't have liveview
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (6 megapixels)
38
nice sensor size (APS-C)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
doesn't have liveview
slow frames per second (3.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Nikon D70 Travel photography details
Samsung GX-1L Travel photography details
43
flash built-in
missing Timelapse recording
low megapixels (6MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
52
lighter than competition in class (570 grams)
has built in flash
lack of Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon D70 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung GX-1L as a Landscape photography camera
45
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen is small (1.8")
doesn't have liveview
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (6 megapixels)
missing Timelapse recording
46
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Pentax KAF mount)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen is small (2.5")
doesn't have liveview
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon D70 Vlogging information
Samsung GX-1L Vlogging information
9
no video
9
lack of video recording
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Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-1L Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon D70 and Samsung GX-1L
 Nikon D70Samsung GX-1L
General Information
Company Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon D70 Samsung GX-1L
Class Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Released 2004-04-05 2006-02-24
Physical type 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 area 367.4mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixels 6 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 3008 x 2000 3008 x 2008
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 200 200
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 5
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon F Pentax KAF
Amount of lenses 309 151
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 1.8" 2.5"
Screen resolution 130k dots 210k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 96 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.5x 0.57x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 3.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 11.00 m 7.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/500 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Maximum video resolution None None
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 679 gr (1.50 pounds) 570 gr (1.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 140 x 111 x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 50 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 20.4 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 10.3 not tested
DXO Low light score 529 not tested
Other
Battery model EN-EL3 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 to 20 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I or II) SD/MMC card
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $296 $0