Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD15

The following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon D70 and Sigma SD15, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sigma. The resolution of the D70 (6MP) and the SD15 (5MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The D70 was manufactured 6 years prior to the SD15 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the D70 matches up versus the SD15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D70 and Sigma SD15. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D70 Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon D70 provides exterior measurements of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Sigma SD15 has proportions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the D70 and the SD15.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D70 and SD15 is 61 and 59 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The picture below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D70 and SD15.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon D70 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged D70 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.