Nikon D70s vs Samsung GX-1S
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Nikon D70s vs Samsung GX-1S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 1600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 679g - 140 x 111 x 78mm
- Introduced April 2005
- Previous Model is Nikon D70
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Revealed January 2006
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The following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon D70s and Samsung GX-1S, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the D70s (6MP) and the GX-1S (6MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).
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Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the D70s grades versus the GX-1S with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Nikon D70s vs Samsung GX-1S Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D70s & Samsung GX-1S. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon D70s Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D70s over the Samsung GX-1S
| D70s | GX-1S |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Nikon D70s
| GX-1S | D70s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2006 |  | April 2005 | Newer by 9 months |
| Display sizing | 2.5" |  | 2" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 210k |  | 130k | Clearer display (+80k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D70s and Samsung GX-1S
| D70s | GX-1S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon D70s vs Samsung GX-1S Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D70s has got exterior dimensions of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1S 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).
Take a look at the Nikon D70s and Samsung GX-1S in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the D70s against the GX-1S.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D70s and GX-1S is 61 and 68 respectively.
Nikon D70s vs Samsung GX-1S Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D70s and GX-1S.
Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files however you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged D70s will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon D70s vs Samsung GX-1S Specifications
| Nikon D70s | Samsung GX-1S | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon D70s | Samsung GX-1S |
| Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Introduced | 2005-04-20 | 2006-01-16 |
| Body design | 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 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 3008 x 2008 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Pentax KAF |
| Number of lenses | 309 | 151 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2" | 2.5" |
| Screen resolution | 130k dot | 210k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.64x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 11.00 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/500 secs | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Max video resolution | None | None |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 679 grams (1.50 pounds) | 605 grams (1.33 pounds) |
| 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 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-EL3a | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/MMC card |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $700 | $850 |
