Nikon D70s vs Samsung GX-1L
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Nikon D70s vs Samsung GX-1L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 1600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 679g - 140 x 111 x 78mm
- Revealed April 2005
- Older Model is Nikon D70
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Revealed February 2006

Nikon D70s vs Samsung GX-1L Overview
Here, we are looking at the Nikon D70s versus Samsung GX-1L, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the D70s (6MP) and the GX-1L (6MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The D70s was unveiled 10 months earlier than the GX-1L and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the D70s grades vs the GX-1L in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon D70s vs Samsung GX-1L Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D70s & Samsung GX-1L. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D70s Gallery & Samsung GX-1L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D70s over the Samsung GX-1L
D70s | GX-1L |
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Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Nikon D70s
GX-1L | D70s | |||
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Revealed | February 2006 | ![]() | April 2005 | Fresher by 10 months |
Display size | 2.5" | ![]() | 2" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 210k | ![]() | 130k | Crisper display (+80k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D70s and Samsung GX-1L
D70s | GX-1L | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon D70s vs Samsung GX-1L Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D70s provides external measurements of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1L has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon D70s versus Samsung GX-1L in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the D70s against the GX-1L.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the D70s and GX-1L is 61 and 69 respectively.

Nikon D70s vs Samsung GX-1L Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D70s and GX-1L.
As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of files although you need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older D70s is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

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Nikon D70s vs Samsung GX-1L Specifications
Nikon D70s | Samsung GX-1L | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon D70s | Samsung GX-1L |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2005-04-20 | 2006-02-24 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 367.4mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 5 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Pentax KAF |
Number of lenses | 309 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 130k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | 7.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/500 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 679 gr (1.50 lbs) | 570 gr (1.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 140 x 111 x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 529 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | EN-EL3a | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $700 | $0 |