Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD1
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Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD1 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
- Introduced April 2004
- Renewed by Nikon D80
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- n/ag - 146 x 113 x 80mm
- Launched September 2010
- Renewed by Sigma SD1 Merrill

Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD1 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Nikon D70 and Sigma SD1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the D70 (6MP) and SD1 (15MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

The D70 was revealed 7 years earlier than the SD1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the D70 scores versus the SD1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D70 & Sigma SD1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D70 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D70 over the Sigma SD1
D70 | SD1 |
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Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the Nikon D70
SD1 | D70 | |||
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Launched | September 2010 | ![]() | April 2004 | Newer by 78 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.2") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 130k | Clearer display (+330k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D70 and Sigma SD1
D70 | SD1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon D70 provides exterior 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 Sigma SD1 has measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D70 and Sigma SD1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the D70 versus the SD1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D70 and SD1 is 61 and 77 respectively.

Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D70 and SD1.
Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Sigma SD1 to show greater detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged D70 will be behind in sensor tech.

Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD1 Specifications
Nikon D70 | Sigma SD1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sigma |
Model type | Nikon D70 | Sigma SD1 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2004-04-05 | 2010-09-21 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Dual True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor surface area | 367.4mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4800 x 3200 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | - |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 2 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Sigma SA |
Total lenses | 309 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 1.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 130k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 679 gr (1.50 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 140 x 111 x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") | 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $296 | $2,339 |