 - Shari Morris Contact Shari Morris Shari Morris's Gallery |
6MP vs. 8MP I've discovered that I am starting to like the "digital age". My first digital (and auto focus)is a 300D and am looking at replacing it already. (I've actually moved a couple of my 35mm bodies out of my bag to make room for the 300D and Canon Lenses.) I've been shooting with a Nikon F2 and F3 and am not really comfortable with the Canon feel. Now for my question: Should I be looking at the D70 and D100, or should I just wait for Nikon to come out with an 8MP?
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Peter K. Burian |
Shari: Personally, I would buy the D70 - loaded with capabilities, superb image quality, etc. A bargain at the price as well. Who knows when Nikon will release an 8MP SLR?? Cheers!
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- Kelly Abernathy Contact Kelly Abernathy Kelly Abernathy's Gallery |
Peter, I'm curious if you could elaborate on your opinion of the comparison of the D70 and the D100 and any key differences. Thanks!
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Peter K. Burian |
KS: An excerpt from my D70 review, not yet published. Peter "The second digital SLR to break the $1000 price barrier, the Nikon D70 costs $500 less than the D100 and employs the same autofocus module and a similar 6.1 megapixel CCD sensor. That has led some photographers to conclude that the D70 must be a 'stripped down' model. In truth, the newer camera boasts an improved processor and buffer (temporary storage bank) and offers several other advantages. These include 7 extra Program modes, more sophisticated Matrix, much faster flash sync speed, more options for adjusting certain image parameters plus a greater burst depth for capturing long series of images. Granted, the D100 is more rugged thanks to a metal (vs. mostly polycarbonate) body, and it offers some of its own benefits, including higher ISO levels plus an extra flash metering mode (D-TTL). Still, the D70 is absolutely loaded with capabilities and proved to be exceptionally responsive while I was shooting stock photos in several cities and while documenting a Vietnamese bride on her wedding day. More importantly, the camera generated high resolution images with an outstanding level of detail, excellent sharpness, and minimal digital noise."
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- Shari Morris Contact Shari Morris Shari Morris's Gallery |
Thank you, Peter. You have made my decision. D70 it is. I've borrowed a 10D, D100 and D70. I did really like both the 70 and 100, but wasn't sure if I should wait or not. It looks as if I'll be investing in a D70 soon. (At least I'll still be able to use my lenses, albeit manual.)
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Peter K. Burian |
Shari: The D70 will exceed your expectations in long-term use. What lenses will you use? The metering system disengages if you use manual-focus lenses. Cheers!
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- Shari Morris Contact Shari Morris Shari Morris's Gallery |
Nikkor AIS and for the older ones, I sent them to Nikkor to have a new A- ring put on for A/P ability.
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Peter K. Burian |
Shari: I did not realize that Nikon still offered that service, but once converted to AI/P, the lenses should be fine - with manual focusing. Cheers!
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- Kelly Abernathy Contact Kelly Abernathy Kelly Abernathy's Gallery |
Thanks, Peter, for the info. I do have the D100, but purchased it just before the D70 came out. I've been happy with it, but thought I'd get some clarification for my dad who is considering the D70. And eventually, I'll get a second body, but that's a ways in the future. I want more lenses first :) I appreciate all the info!
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- Shari Morris Contact Shari Morris Shari Morris's Gallery |
I don't know if they still do, I converted them in the 80's. -Regards Shari
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Charlotte LaBarbera |
An interesting news note concerning the Nikon D-70. Reuters - June 16th reports that a Nikon managing Director said that Nikon would increase production of the D-70 by 20,000 a month bringing the total to 90,000 per month. He also stated that Nikon is entertaining the idea that they may soon exit the compact film market. I'm wondering if this increase in production will bring the price down.
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Jenna |
D70-- great choice, I'm glad you're all enjoying it. Someday when my funds are in tact I too will have one. In the mean time, price wise- I wanted to let you know that I work for a camera shop and although I have read Nikon has announced that they will be making more-- I highly doubt this will reduce the price anytime soon. Nikon does not offer any commision on the sales of their D70 (Canon does on the Rebel-- and I'd rather sell the D70)... but Nikon does this because they know its reputation will sell itself and that it definately does. It is in high demand and will continue to be until the next best thing arrives-- in the meantime, buy the D70 and it'll be worth every penny of it.
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Sal |
I hope no one gets offended by this. I came across a pretty detailed review by Ken Rockwell on the D70 which I found helpful last week. The address is http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/d70.htm. He does an in depth comparison between the D100 and the D70 as well as the D70 and 8MP Cameras such as the Olympus 8080. The D70 has also been recommended to me also by my local photo supply store folks.
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Peter K. Burian |
Yes, you simply cannot go wrong with a D70. Peter
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Wayne Oliver |
Take a look at the new Canon D20 8.2mp if you already have the 300d http://consumer.usa.canon.com/ir/controller?act=ModelDetailAct&fcategoryid=139&modelid=10464
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