Nikon D70 vs Sony A99 II

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon D70 vs Sony A99 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the D70 (6MP) and A99 II (42MP) and the D70 (APS-C) and A99 II (Full frame) feature different sensor size.

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The D70 was released 13 years prior to the A99 II which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the D70 scores vs the A99 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D70 and Sony Alpha A99 II. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D70 Gallery and Sony A99 II Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. 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 Sony A99 II has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the D70 versus the A99 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D70 and A99 II is 61 and 57 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D70 and A99 II.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D70 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony A99 II will give extra detail as a result of its extra 36MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged D70 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.