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+ | |image_text= Nikon D70 & AF-S Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED | ||
+ | |image_by= Óscar Laborda | ||
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==Reviews== | ==Reviews== | ||
* There's a big [http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond70/ D70 review] at DPReview. | * There's a big [http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond70/ D70 review] at DPReview. | ||
− | * Another review may be found at [http:// | + | * Another review may be found at [https://web.archive.org/web/20170105133158/http://photo.net/equipment/nikon/D70/ photo.net] (archived). |
* A nice, down-to-earth review is at [http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/d70.htm kenrockwell] | * A nice, down-to-earth review is at [http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/d70.htm kenrockwell] | ||
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== Issues == | == Issues == | ||
* [http://www.dpreview.com/news/0501/05011101d70_fwb103.asp 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. | * [http://www.dpreview.com/news/0501/05011101d70_fwb103.asp 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. | ||
+ | * [http://www.dpreview.com/news/0504/05042002nikon70firmware.asp D70 firmware adds D70s Features] New firmware update further enhances the functionality of 2004's Digital SLR Camera of the Year | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Specifications == | ||
+ | |||
+ | *'''Type''' [[DSLR|Digital SLR]] | ||
+ | |||
+ | *'''Effective [[Pixel]]s:''' 6.1 million | ||
+ | |||
+ | *'''Image Sensor:''' [[RGB]] [[CCD]], 23.7 x 15.6 mm | ||
+ | |||
+ | *'''Image Size ([[pixel]]s):''' 3008 x 2000 [L], 2240 x 1448 [M], 1504 x 1000 [S] | ||
+ | |||
+ | *'''[[Film speed#Speed_in_Digital_Cameras|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: ''' | ||
+ | # Compressed NEF (RAW): 12-bit lossless compression | ||
+ | # [[JPEG]]: JPEG baseline-compliant | ||
+ | |||
+ | *'''White Balance(WB):''' | ||
+ | # Auto ([[TTL]] White Balance with 1,005 pixels RGB sensor) | ||
+ | # Six manual modes with fine-tuning | ||
+ | # Preset White Balance | ||
+ | # White Balance bracketing | ||
+ | |||
+ | *'''[[LCD]] Monitor:''' 1.8-in., 130,000 -dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness adjustment | ||
+ | |||
+ | *'''Interface:''' USB Mass Storage and PTP selectable | ||
+ | |||
+ | *'''Compatible Lenses:''' | ||
+ | # DX Nikkor: All functions supported | ||
+ | # Type G- or D-AF Nikkor: All functions supported; | ||
+ | # Micro Nikkor 85mm F2.8D: All functions supported except some exposure modes; | ||
+ | # Other AF Nikkor (excluding lenses for F3AF): All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering, i-TTL balanced Fill-Flash for digital SLR | ||
+ | # AI-P Nikkor: All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering, i-[[TTL]] balanced Fill-Flash for digital SLR and autofocus | ||
+ | # Non-CPU: Can be used in exposure mode M, but [[light meter|exposure meter]] does not function; electronic range finder can be used if maximum aperture is f/5.6 or faster. | ||
+ | # 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:''' | ||
+ | # Autofocus (AF): single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous servo AF AF-C); predictive focus tracking automatically activated according to subject status | ||
+ | # 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 | ||
+ | # 3D color matrix metering with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor | ||
+ | # 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 | ||
+ | # Spot: Meters 2.3 mm dia. circle (about 1% of frame) centered on active focus area | ||
+ | |||
+ | *'''Exposure Modes: ''' 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:''' | ||
+ | # Single frame shooting mode | ||
+ | # Continuous shooting mode: approx. 3 frames per second | ||
+ | # [[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 sync]]hronization at up to 1/500 second | ||
+ | |||
+ | *'''Flash Control:''' | ||
+ | # 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) | ||
+ | # Auto aperture: Available with SB-800 and 600 with CPU lens | ||
+ | # Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB-800, 80DX, 28DX, 28, 27, and 22s | ||
+ | # Range-priority manual available with SB-800 and 600 | ||
+ | |||
+ | *'''Flash Sync Mode:''' | ||
+ | # [[Flash_sync#Shutter_Curtain|Front-Curtain Sync]] (normal sync), | ||
+ | # [[Red eye|Red-Eye Reduction]], | ||
+ | # Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync, | ||
+ | # Slow Sync, | ||
+ | # [[Flash_sync#Rear_Curtain_Sync|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== | ==Tips & Tricks== | ||
− | * There's a great explanation of custom curves, and some to download, over at [http://fotogenetic.dearingfilm.com/custom_tone_curves.html Fotogenic]. | + | * There's a great explanation of custom curves, and some to download, over at [https://web.archive.org/web/20150126182854/http://fotogenetic.dearingfilm.com/custom_tone_curves.html Fotogenic] (archived). |
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+ | * 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. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Links== | ||
+ | *[https://www.manualslib.com/products/Nikon-D70-D70-Digital-Camera-3001713.html Nikon D70 user manual] at [https://www.manualslib.com/ Manualslib] | ||
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Latest revision as of 07:29, 15 December 2021
Nikon D70 & AF-S Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED image by Óscar Laborda (Image rights) |
Reviews
- There's a big D70 review at DPReview.
- Another review may be found at photo.net (archived).
- A nice, down-to-earth review is at kenrockwell
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 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:
- Compressed NEF (RAW): 12-bit lossless compression
- JPEG: JPEG baseline-compliant
- White Balance(WB):
- Auto (TTL White Balance with 1,005 pixels RGB sensor)
- Six manual modes with fine-tuning
- Preset White Balance
- White Balance bracketing
- LCD Monitor: 1.8-in., 130,000 -dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness adjustment
- Interface: USB Mass Storage and PTP selectable
- Compatible Lenses:
- DX Nikkor: All functions supported
- Type G- or D-AF Nikkor: All functions supported;
- Micro Nikkor 85mm F2.8D: All functions supported except some exposure modes;
- Other AF Nikkor (excluding lenses for F3AF): All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering, i-TTL balanced Fill-Flash for digital SLR
- AI-P Nikkor: All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering, i-TTL balanced Fill-Flash for digital SLR and autofocus
- 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.
- 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:
- Autofocus (AF): single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous servo AF AF-C); predictive focus tracking automatically activated according to subject status
- 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
- 3D color matrix metering with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor
- 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
- Spot: Meters 2.3 mm dia. circle (about 1% of frame) centered on active focus area
- Exposure Modes: 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:
- Single frame shooting mode
- Continuous shooting mode: approx. 3 frames per second
- 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:
- 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)
- Auto aperture: Available with SB-800 and 600 with CPU lens
- Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB-800, 80DX, 28DX, 28, 27, and 22s
- Range-priority manual available with SB-800 and 600
- Flash Sync Mode:
- Front-Curtain Sync (normal sync),
- Red-Eye Reduction,
- Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync,
- Slow Sync,
- 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 (archived).
- 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.
Links
Japan Camera Grand Prix | |
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Camera of the year
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