Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD10

Below is a extensive analysis of the Nikon D70 and Sigma SD10, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sigma. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the D70 (6MP) and SD10 (3MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The D70 was introduced around the same time to the SD10 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the D70 matches up against the SD10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D70 & Sigma SD10. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D70 Gallery & Sigma SD10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon D70 enjoys physical measurements 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 Sigma SD10 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the D70 versus the SD10.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D70 and SD10 is 61 and 54 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D70 and SD10.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon D70 to deliver extra detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively.