Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-20
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Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 679g - 140 x 111 x 78mm
- Announced April 2004
- Refreshed by Nikon D80
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Introduced January 2008
- Succeeded the Samsung GX-10
Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Nikon D70 versus Samsung GX-20, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the D70 (6MP) and GX-20 (15MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe D70 was introduced 4 years prior to the GX-20 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the D70 scores against the GX-20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D70 and Samsung GX-20. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D70 Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D70 over the Samsung GX-20
D70 | GX-20 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Nikon D70
GX-20 | D70 | |||
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Introduced | January 2008 | April 2004 | Newer by 46 months | |
Display size | 2.7" | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.9") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 130k | Clearer display (+100k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D70 and Samsung GX-20
D70 | GX-20 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon D70 enjoys physical measurements of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Samsung GX-20 has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D70 versus Samsung GX-20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the D70 vs the GX-20.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D70 and GX-20 is 61 and 58 respectively.
Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D70 and GX-20.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung GX-20 to offer extra detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D70 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon D70 vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Nikon D70 | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon D70 | Samsung GX-20 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2004-04-05 | 2008-01-24 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 367.4mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4688 x 3120 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 1.8" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 130k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/500s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 679 grams (1.50 pounds) | 800 grams (1.76 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 140 x 111 x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 50 | 68 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | 529 | 714 |
Other | ||
Battery model | EN-EL3 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $296 | $850 |