Nikon D70s vs Pentax ist DS2

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon D70s versus Pentax ist DS2, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the D70s (6MP) and the ist DS2 (6MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The D70s was released 4 months before the ist DS2 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the D70s scores against the ist DS2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D70s & Pentax ist DS2. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D70s Gallery & Pentax ist DS2 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D70s provides external measurements of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Pentax ist DS2 has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the D70s vs the ist DS2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D70s and ist DS2 is 61 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D70s and ist DS2.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of files though you should factor the age of the products into consideration.