Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD9
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Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 679g - 140 x 111 x 78mm
- Released April 2004
- Refreshed by Nikon D80
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 400
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Introduced November 2002
- Successor is Sigma SD10

Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD9 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Nikon D70 and Sigma SD9, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the D70 (6MP) and SD9 (3MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

The D70 was revealed 17 months after the SD9 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the D70 grades against the SD9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD9 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D70 & Sigma SD9. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D70 Gallery & Sigma SD9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D70 over the Sigma SD9
D70 | SD9 | |||
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Introduced | April 2004 | ![]() | November 2002 | Newer by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Nikon D70
SD9 | D70 |
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Common features in the Nikon D70 and Sigma SD9
D70 | SD9 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 1.8" | ![]() | 1.8" | Equivalent display measurements |
Display resolution | 130k | ![]() | 130k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D70 provides external dimensions 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 SD9 has dimensions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D70 and Sigma SD9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the D70 vs the SD9.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D70 and SD9 is 61 and 54 respectively.

Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The image here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D70 and SD9.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon D70 to deliver more detail because of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern D70 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

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Nikon D70 vs Sigma SD9 Specifications
Nikon D70 | Sigma SD9 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sigma |
Model | Nikon D70 | Sigma SD9 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2004-04-05 | 2002-11-26 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 367.4mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6MP | 3MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 2268 x 1512 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Sigma SA |
Available lenses | 309 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 1.8 inches | 1.8 inches |
Resolution of display | 130k dot | 130k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/500 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 679 gr (1.50 lbs) | 950 gr (2.09 lbs) |
Dimensions | 140 x 111 x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $296 | $3,001 |