Nikon D700 vs Pentax X70
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Nikon D700 vs Pentax X70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1074g - 147 x 123 x 77mm
- Announced October 2008
- Successor is Nikon D800E
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Revealed March 2009
Nikon D700 vs Pentax X70 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Nikon D700 vs Pentax X70, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the D700 (12MP) and the X70 (12MP) is very similar but the D700 (Full frame) and X70 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe D700 was announced 4 months prior to the X70 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D700 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the D700 matches up vs the X70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon D700 vs Pentax X70 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D700 & Pentax X70. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D700 Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D700 over the Pentax X70
D700 | X70 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Nikon D700
X70 | D700 |
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Common features in the Nikon D700 and Pentax X70
D700 | X70 | |||
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Revealed | October 2008 | March 2009 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon D700 vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D700 features outside dimensions of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon D700 vs Pentax X70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the D700 compared to the X70.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the D700 and X70 is 54 and 71 respectively.
Nikon D700 vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D700 and X70.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical MP but not the same sensor sizing. The D700 uses the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field simpler.
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Nikon D700 vs Pentax X70 Specifications
Nikon D700 | Pentax X70 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon D700 | Pentax X70 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2008-10-07 | 2009-03-02 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4256 x 2832 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 50 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Available lenses | 309 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1074 grams (2.37 lbs) | 410 grams (0.90 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 123 x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 80 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2303 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1000 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL3e | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I) | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $2,700 | $200 |