Nikon D70S Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-70mm and 55-200mm Nikkor Lenses

Nikon D70S Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-70mm and 55-200mm Nikkor Lenses
Manufacturer: Nikon
Product Type: Photography

Editorial Review:
Product Description
6.1 Megapixel / 2" LCD / Uses CompactFlash Memory Card / Fast Shutter / Auto and Manual Focus and Exposure Modes / Built-in Speedlight / PC and Mac 3 fps Continuous Shooting - for up to 144 consecutive shots Refined 5-Area AF System - with NEW All-Area Search / 3D Color Matrix Metering Fast - 1/8000 sec. Maximum Shutter Speed & 1/500 Sec. Flash Sync Built-in Speedlight Electronic-Flash Dimension (WxHxD) - Approx. 5.5 x 4.4 x 3.1 inch / Weighs 1.25 lbs

Average customer rating:

Don't let age and megapixels fool you
Don't underestimate 6 megapixels
GET THIS, FORGET THE D80 OR D40
proven performer
Great SLR

Nikon D70S Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-70mm and 55-200mm Nikkor Lenses

Manufacturer: Nikon
ProductGroup: Photography
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Product Features:

6.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
Includes AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f3.5-4.5G ED-IF and 55-200mm f4-5.6G ED AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lenses
2.0-inch LCD display; power-up time of approximately 0.2 seconds
RAW and JPEG capture; burst mode allows for capture of three frames per second for up to 144 pictures
Stores images on CF cards or Microdrive; powered by EN-EL3a or EN-EL3 rechargeable lithium-ion battery (includes EN-EL3a battery and charger)

ASIN: B0009JPREG

Product Description

6.1 Megapixel / 2" LCD / Uses CompactFlash Memory Card / Fast Shutter / Auto and Manual Focus and Exposure Modes / Built-in Speedlight / PC and Mac 3 fps Continuous Shooting - for up to 144 consecutive shots Refined 5-Area AF System - with NEW All-Area Search / 3D Color Matrix Metering Fast - 1/8000 sec. Maximum Shutter Speed & 1/500 Sec. Flash Sync Built-in Speedlight Electronic-Flash Dimension (WxHxD) - Approx. 5.5 x 4.4 x 3.1 inch / Weighs 1.25 lbs

Customer Reviews:

Don't let age and megapixels fool you.......2007-07-02

I picked up a refurbished version of this classic recently (06/07), and to be honest, there is nothing else that even comes near its performance for the price. Yes the heart of this camera is 2004 technology, and yes it is only 6 megapixels, but let's be honest, 6 megapixels is more than enough and great 2004 technology beats mediocre tech from any era.

I was a Canon admirer, and I even owned a Rebel Ti setup (a film SLR), but when I could finally afford to take the DSLR plunge, I couldn't help but admire the virtuosity of Nikon's white balance and metering. Even humble the D40 blew away anything Canon had for less than the price of a used car. What makes the D70 (and D70s) even more remarkable is that they both have the same tech as high end Nikons (ie D200, D2X series): 1/500 flash synch, 1/8000 max shutter, and 1004 point matrix metering (plus it hasn't been dumbed down like the D40, D40x, and D80 sadly have). It also supports all of Nikon's modern lenses with AF on any that offer it (unlike the otherwise stellar D40 and D40x which require AFS). Additionally, unlike the D100 and other previous Nikon DSLRs, the D70(s) models both support I-TTL, Nikon's most advanced lighting system. Additionally the D70(s) can serve as a master in wireless flash situations.

The camera, like almost all of Nikons, is built incredibly well, more tank than toy (I wish I could say the same for the Rebels), and it exudes confidence. It also features a solid grip that suits my oversized hands, but I firmly believe it could accommodate more modest sized hands just as well. Confidence is further enhanced by an uncanny responsiveness, incredible burst mode, and lightning quick focus (on my 18-135mm AF-S lens). You really feel like a pro, even if you are just taking pictures of your cat.

Compared to the D70, the D70s adds a better AF system (which can be added to the D70 with a firmware upgrade), wider flash coverage, faster transfer of pcis from the burst cache to the memory card, and a larger screen. It likely also has a bunch of subtle refinements throughout, but nothing else of note. The 18-70mm lens offered as part of a kit is excellent, though Nikon has a huge assortment of lenses to choose from.

Don't underestimate 6 megapixels.......2007-06-27

I've been using this camera for a year, and continues to surprise. I recommend Ken Rockwell's WEB page on this camera to optimize settings; example color saturation setting. I recently viewed a tv program of a professional outdoor cameraman, looking carefully for the camera he used. It was a Nikon D1x, sporting 5.5 megapixels. Though not to confuse the D70s with the D1x, it does imply something about the megapixel hyperbole. I personally like RAW (some don't), and with Capture NX, is a great complement to the D70s. The manual mode (for me) is sometimes frustrating using the kit lens in getting the focus perfect; am considering a viewfinder adaptor to improve this aspect.

GET THIS, FORGET THE D80 OR D40.......2007-03-27

I'VE HAD THIS CAMERA FOR 15 MONTHS NOW AND I HAVE NOT REGRETTED ONE SECOND WITH IT. I AM A WEEKEND WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER AND PORTRAIT & LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHER DURING THE WEEK, AND THE PICTURES AND COLOR RENDITION FROM THIS CAMERA ARE SECOND TO ONE. THE D200. THE D70S HAS A MUCH BETTER METERING SYSTEM THAN THE D80 OR D40. MY PARTNER SHOT THE D80 FOR ABOUT A MONTH AND AFTER EXTENSIVE PHOTOSHOP WORK FOR THE COLOR ISSUES HE TRADED DOWN FOR A D70S. AND JUST TO SET THE RECORD STRAIGHT ON THE D200, THE ONLY ADVANTAGE WITH THAT IS THE WHITE BALANCE. THE AUTO SETTING ON THE WHITE BALANCE D200 IS MUCH MORE ACCURATE THAN THE D70S' BUT I SHOOT IN RAW NEF SO FOR ME THATS NOT A PROBLEM. NOR SHOULD IT BE FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHY ENTHUSIAST BECAUSE THEY CAN MANUALLY SET IT ON THE D70S. FIVE STARS FROM ME. I WILL NOT BUY ANOTHER CAMERA UNTIL THE TRUE FULL FRAME NIKON COMES OUT...WHENEVER THAT IS.

proven performer.......2007-03-14

a lot of photojournalists have this, and its easy to see why: fast shutter speed and af, good ergonomics, many lens options, nikon quality. at 6 mp, d70 proves megapixels arent the be-all and end all, it's what you do with 'em. kit lens is sharp, too.

but i'd still want to go with the newer and better d80 if you can afford it, maybe even the d40 if you can't. the d70 is a great camera which had its place in the sun, but is now obsolete. still, if you're upgrading from a P&S, this will seem like a godsend. if you're lucky, you can scoop it up on closeout and save even more.

Great SLR.......2007-02-26

This is a great SLR in the Nikon tradition. Fast and with a superb quality of pictures will leave the owner extremelly pleased. The quality of body and construction is great and it benefit from a large selection of lens.
THe menu is a bit complicated and the preview window is small but they by no means take away from the quality of this camera. Once you get to know the menu and all of the capabilities you will do wonders with this camera.

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