Difference between revisions of "Nikon D70"
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==Specifications == | ==Specifications == | ||
− | '''Type''' Digital SLR | + | *'''Type''' Digital SLR |
− | '''Effective Pixels:''' 6.1 million | + | *'''Effective Pixels:''' 6.1 million |
− | '''Image Sensor:''' RGB CCD, 23.7 x 15.6 mm | + | *'''Image Sensor:''' RGB CCD, 23.7 x 15.6 mm |
− | '''Image Size (pixels):''' 3008 x 2000 [L], 2240 x 1448 [M], 1504 x 1000 [S] | + | *'''Image Size (pixels):''' 3008 x 2000 [L], 2240 x 1448 [M], 1504 x 1000 [S] |
− | '''Sensitivity:''' 200 to 1600 (ISO equivalent) in steps of 1/3 EV | + | *'''Sensitivity:''' 200 to 1600 (ISO equivalent) in steps of 1/3 EV |
− | '''Storage Media:''' CompactFlash (CF) Card (Type I and II ) and Microdrive | + | *'''Storage Media:''' CompactFlash (CF) Card (Type I and II ) and Microdrive |
− | '''Storage System: ''' 1) Compressed NEF (RAW): 12-bit lossless compression | + | *'''Storage System: ''' 1) Compressed NEF (RAW): 12-bit lossless compression |
2) JPEG: JPEG baseline-compliant | 2) JPEG: JPEG baseline-compliant | ||
− | '''White Balance(WB):''' 1) Auto (TTL White Balance with 1,005 pixels RGB sensor) | + | *'''White Balance(WB):''' 1) Auto (TTL White Balance with 1,005 pixels RGB sensor) |
2) Six manual modes with fine-tuning | 2) Six manual modes with fine-tuning | ||
3) Preset White Balance | 3) Preset White Balance | ||
4) White Balance bracketing | 4) White Balance bracketing | ||
− | '''LCD Monitor:''' 1.8-in., 130,000 -dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT | + | *'''LCD Monitor:''' 1.8-in., 130,000 -dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT L*CD with brightness adjustment |
− | '''Interface:''' USB Mass Storage and PTP selectable | + | *'''Interface:''' USB Mass Storage and PTP selectable |
− | '''Compatible Lenses:''' 1) DX Nikkor: All functions supported | + | *'''Compatible Lenses:''' 1) DX Nikkor: All functions supported |
2) Type G- or D-AF Nikkor: All functions supported; | 2) Type G- or D-AF Nikkor: All functions supported; | ||
3) Micro Nikkor 85mm F2.8D: All functions supported except some exposrue modes; | 3) Micro Nikkor 85mm F2.8D: All functions supported except some exposrue modes; | ||
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7) IX Nikkor Lenses cannot be used. | 7) IX Nikkor Lenses cannot be used. | ||
− | '''Picture Angle:''' Equivalent in 35 mm format is approx. 1.5x lens focal length | + | *'''Picture Angle:''' Equivalent in 35 mm format is approx. 1.5x lens focal length |
− | '''Viewfinder:''' Fixed-eyelevel penta-Dach-mirror type; built-in diopter adjustment (-1.6 to +0.5 m -1) | + | *'''Viewfinder:''' Fixed-eyelevel penta-Dach-mirror type; built-in diopter adjustment (-1.6 to +0.5 m -1) |
− | '''Focusing Screen:''' B-type BriteView clear matte screen II with superimposed focus brackets and On-Demand grid lines | + | *'''Focusing Screen:''' B-type BriteView clear matte screen II with superimposed focus brackets and On-Demand grid lines |
− | '''Viewfinder Frame Coverage:''' Approx. 95% | + | *'''Viewfinder Frame Coverage:''' Approx. 95% |
− | '''Viewfinder Magnification:''' Approx. 0.75x with 50 mm lens at infinity; -1.0 m-1 | + | *'''Viewfinder Magnification:''' Approx. 0.75x with 50 mm lens at infinity; -1.0 m-1 |
− | '''Viewfinder Information:''' Focus indications, Metering system, AE/FV lock indicator, Shutter speed, Aperture value, Exposure/Exposure compensation indicator,Exposure mode, Flash output level compensation, Exposure compensation, Number of remaining exposures | + | *'''Viewfinder Information:''' Focus indications, Metering system, AE/FV lock indicator, Shutter speed, Aperture value, Exposure/Exposure compensation indicator,Exposure mode, Flash output level compensation, Exposure compensation, Number of remaining exposures |
− | '''Autofocus:''' TTL phase detection by Nikon Multi-CAM900 autofocus module with AF-assist illuminator (approx. 0.5 m to 3.0 m) Detection range: EV -1 to +19 (ISO 100 equivalent, at normal temperature: 20°C/68°F) | + | *'''Autofocus:''' TTL phase detection by Nikon Multi-CAM900 autofocus module with AF-assist illuminator (approx. 0.5 m to 3.0 m) Detection range: EV -1 to +19 (ISO 100 equivalent, at normal temperature: 20°C/68°F) |
− | '''Lens Servo:''' 1) Autofocus (AF): single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous servo AF AF-C); predictive focus tracking automatically activated according to subject status | + | *'''Lens Servo:''' 1) Autofocus (AF): single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous servo AF AF-C); predictive focus tracking automatically activated according to subject status |
2) Manual focus (M) | 2) Manual focus (M) | ||
− | '''Focus Area: ''' Can be selected from 5 focus areas | + | *'''Focus Area: ''' Can be selected from 5 focus areas |
− | '''AF Area Mode:''' Single Area AF, Dynamic Area AF, Closest Subject Priority Dynamic Area AF | + | *'''AF Area Mode:''' Single Area AF, Dynamic Area AF, Closest Subject Priority Dynamic Area AF |
− | '''Focus Lock''' Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button | + | *'''Focus Lock''' Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button |
− | '''Exposure Metering:''' TTL full-aperture exposure metering system(1) 3D color matrix metering with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor(2)Center-weighted: Weight of 75% (8mm dia. circle) given to 6, 8, 10, or 13 mm dia. circle in center of frame, or weighting based on average of entire frame(3) Spot: Meters 2.3 mm dia. circle (about 1% of frame) centered on active focus area | + | *'''Exposure Metering:''' TTL full-aperture exposure metering system(1) 3D color matrix metering with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor(2)Center-weighted: Weight of 75% (8mm dia. circle) given to 6, 8, 10, or 13 mm dia. circle in center of frame, or weighting based on average of entire frame(3) Spot: Meters 2.3 mm dia. circle (about 1% of frame) centered on active focus area |
− | '''Exposure Mode: ''' Digital Vari-Program ( Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close up, Sports, Night landscape, Night portrait),programmed auto [P] with flexible program; shutter-priority auto [S]; aperture priority auto [A]; manual [M] | + | *'''Exposure Mode: ''' Digital Vari-Program ( Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close up, Sports, Night landscape, Night portrait),programmed auto [P] with flexible program; shutter-priority auto [S]; aperture priority auto [A]; manual [M] |
− | '''Shooting Modes:''' 1) Single frame shooting mode | + | *'''Shooting Modes:''' 1) Single frame shooting mode |
2) Continuous shooting mode: approx. 3 frames per second | 2) Continuous shooting mode: approx. 3 frames per second | ||
3) Self-timer/remote control mode | 3) Self-timer/remote control mode | ||
− | '''Shutter:''' Combined mechanical and CCD electronic shutter,30 to 1/8000 s in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV, bulb | + | *'''Shutter:''' Combined mechanical and CCD electronic shutter,30 to 1/8000 s in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV, bulb |
− | '''Sync Contact:''' X-contact only; flash synchronization at up to 1/500 second | + | *'''Sync Contact:''' X-contact only; flash synchronization at up to 1/500 second |
− | '''Flash Control:''' 1) TTL: TTL flash control by 1,005 pixel RGB sensor Built-in Speedlight: i-TTL balanced Fill-Flash or standard i-TTL flash (spot metering or mode dial set to [M]) SB-800 or 600: i-TTL balanced Fill-Flash or standard i-TTL flash (spot metering) | + | *'''Flash Control:''' 1) TTL: TTL flash control by 1,005 pixel RGB sensor Built-in Speedlight: i-TTL balanced Fill-Flash or standard i-TTL flash (spot metering or mode dial set to [M]) SB-800 or 600: i-TTL balanced Fill-Flash or standard i-TTL flash (spot metering) |
2) Auto aperture: Available with SB-800 and 600 with CPU lens | 2) Auto aperture: Available with SB-800 and 600 with CPU lens | ||
3) Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB-800, 80DX, 28DX, 28, 27, and 22s | 3) Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB-800, 80DX, 28DX, 28, 27, and 22s | ||
4) Range-priority manual available with SB-800 and 600 | 4) Range-priority manual available with SB-800 and 600 | ||
− | '''Flash Sync Mode:''' 1) Front-Curtain Sync (normal sync), | + | *'''Flash Sync Mode:''' 1) Front-Curtain Sync (normal sync), |
2) Red-Eye Reduction, | 2) Red-Eye Reduction, | ||
3) Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync, | 3) Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync, | ||
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5) Rear-Curtain Sync | 5) Rear-Curtain Sync | ||
− | '''Built-in Speedlight:''' auto flash with auto pop-up[P], [S], [A], [M]: manual pop-up with button release Guide number(ISO 200/ISO 100, m): approx. 15/11 (manual full 17/12) | + | *'''Built-in Speedlight:''' auto flash with auto pop-up[P], [S], [A], [M]: manual pop-up with button release Guide number(ISO 200/ISO 100, m): approx. 15/11 (manual full 17/12) |
− | '''Flash Compensation:''' -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2EV | + | *'''Flash Compensation:''' -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2EV |
− | '''Accessory Shoe:''' Standard ISO hot-shoe contact with safety lock provided | + | *'''Accessory Shoe:''' Standard ISO hot-shoe contact with safety lock provided |
− | '''Power Source:''' One rechargeable Nikon Li-ion Battery EN-EL3;Three CR2 lithium batteries (with supplied CR2 Battery Holder MS-D70) AC Adapter EH-5 (optional) | + | *'''Power Source:''' One rechargeable Nikon Li-ion Battery EN-EL3;Three CR2 lithium batteries (with supplied CR2 Battery Holder MS-D70) AC Adapter EH-5 (optional) |
− | '''Tripod Socket''' 1/4 inch (ISO1222) | + | *'''Tripod Socket''' 1/4 inch (ISO1222) |
− | '''Dimensions(W x H x D)''': Approx. 5.5 x 4.4 x 3.1 inches | + | *'''Dimensions(W x H x D)''': Approx. 5.5 x 4.4 x 3.1 inches |
− | '''Weight:''' Approx. 21 oz body only | + | *'''Weight:''' Approx. 21 oz body only |
Revision as of 03:21, 16 May 2008
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Reviews
- There's a big D70 review at DPReview.
- Another review may be found at photo.net.
- A nice, down-to-earth review is at kenrockwell* A huge list of reviews and sample photos is at NoEnd Press
Issues
- Firmware B Update v1.03 The upgrade addresses the problem of image editing programs with color management functions recognizing JPEGs as having the Adobe RGB color space.
- D70 firmware adds D70s Features New firmware update further enhances the functionality of 2004's Digital SLR Camera of the Year
Specifications
- Type Digital SLR
- Effective Pixels: 6.1 million
- Image Sensor: RGB CCD, 23.7 x 15.6 mm
- Image Size (pixels): 3008 x 2000 [L], 2240 x 1448 [M], 1504 x 1000 [S]
- Sensitivity: 200 to 1600 (ISO equivalent) in steps of 1/3 EV
- Storage Media: CompactFlash (CF) Card (Type I and II ) and Microdrive
- Storage System: 1) Compressed NEF (RAW): 12-bit lossless compression
2) JPEG: JPEG baseline-compliant
- White Balance(WB): 1) Auto (TTL White Balance with 1,005 pixels RGB sensor)
2) Six manual modes with fine-tuning 3) Preset White Balance 4) White Balance bracketing
- LCD Monitor: 1.8-in., 130,000 -dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT L*CD with brightness adjustment
- Interface: USB Mass Storage and PTP selectable
- Compatible Lenses: 1) DX Nikkor: All functions supported
2) Type G- or D-AF Nikkor: All functions supported; 3) Micro Nikkor 85mm F2.8D: All functions supported except some exposrue modes; 4) Other AF Nikkor (excluding lenses for F3AF): All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering, i-TTL balanced Fill-Flash for digital SLR 5) AI-P Nikkor: All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering, i-TTL balanced Fill-Flash for digital SLR and autofocus 6) Non-CPU: Can be used in exposure mode M, but exposure meter does not function; electronic range finder can be used if maximum aperture is f/5.6 or faster. 7) IX Nikkor Lenses cannot be used.
- Picture Angle: Equivalent in 35 mm format is approx. 1.5x lens focal length
- Viewfinder: Fixed-eyelevel penta-Dach-mirror type; built-in diopter adjustment (-1.6 to +0.5 m -1)
- Focusing Screen: B-type BriteView clear matte screen II with superimposed focus brackets and On-Demand grid lines
- Viewfinder Frame Coverage: Approx. 95%
- Viewfinder Magnification: Approx. 0.75x with 50 mm lens at infinity; -1.0 m-1
- Viewfinder Information: Focus indications, Metering system, AE/FV lock indicator, Shutter speed, Aperture value, Exposure/Exposure compensation indicator,Exposure mode, Flash output level compensation, Exposure compensation, Number of remaining exposures
- Autofocus: TTL phase detection by Nikon Multi-CAM900 autofocus module with AF-assist illuminator (approx. 0.5 m to 3.0 m) Detection range: EV -1 to +19 (ISO 100 equivalent, at normal temperature: 20°C/68°F)
- Lens Servo: 1) Autofocus (AF): single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous servo AF AF-C); predictive focus tracking automatically activated according to subject status
2) Manual focus (M)
- Focus Area: Can be selected from 5 focus areas
- AF Area Mode: Single Area AF, Dynamic Area AF, Closest Subject Priority Dynamic Area AF
- Focus Lock Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button
- Exposure Metering: TTL full-aperture exposure metering system(1) 3D color matrix metering with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor(2)Center-weighted: Weight of 75% (8mm dia. circle) given to 6, 8, 10, or 13 mm dia. circle in center of frame, or weighting based on average of entire frame(3) Spot: Meters 2.3 mm dia. circle (about 1% of frame) centered on active focus area
- Exposure Mode: Digital Vari-Program ( Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close up, Sports, Night landscape, Night portrait),programmed auto [P] with flexible program; shutter-priority auto [S]; aperture priority auto [A]; manual [M]
- Shooting Modes: 1) Single frame shooting mode
2) Continuous shooting mode: approx. 3 frames per second 3) Self-timer/remote control mode
- Shutter: Combined mechanical and CCD electronic shutter,30 to 1/8000 s in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV, bulb
- Sync Contact: X-contact only; flash synchronization at up to 1/500 second
- Flash Control: 1) TTL: TTL flash control by 1,005 pixel RGB sensor Built-in Speedlight: i-TTL balanced Fill-Flash or standard i-TTL flash (spot metering or mode dial set to [M]) SB-800 or 600: i-TTL balanced Fill-Flash or standard i-TTL flash (spot metering)
2) Auto aperture: Available with SB-800 and 600 with CPU lens 3) Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB-800, 80DX, 28DX, 28, 27, and 22s 4) Range-priority manual available with SB-800 and 600
- Flash Sync Mode: 1) Front-Curtain Sync (normal sync),
2) Red-Eye Reduction, 3) Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync, 4) Slow Sync, 5) Rear-Curtain Sync
- Built-in Speedlight: auto flash with auto pop-up[P], [S], [A], [M]: manual pop-up with button release Guide number(ISO 200/ISO 100, m): approx. 15/11 (manual full 17/12)
- Flash Compensation: -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2EV
- Accessory Shoe: Standard ISO hot-shoe contact with safety lock provided
- Power Source: One rechargeable Nikon Li-ion Battery EN-EL3;Three CR2 lithium batteries (with supplied CR2 Battery Holder MS-D70) AC Adapter EH-5 (optional)
- Tripod Socket 1/4 inch (ISO1222)
- Dimensions(W x H x D): Approx. 5.5 x 4.4 x 3.1 inches
- Weight: Approx. 21 oz body only
Tips & Tricks
- There's a great explanation of custom curves, and some to download, over at Fotogenic.
- Great camera to use for high-speed syncing of flashes. Due to it's "electronic shutter" on the CCD sensor, this camera can be used at shutter speeds up to and slightly beyond 1/1000th if the flashes durations are fast enough.
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