Canon EOS 40D vs Nikon D70
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 40D and Nikon D70. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS 40D is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D70 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS 40D were released 2007 and Nikon D70 was released 2004. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 40D | 2007 |
Nikon D70 | 2004 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 40D has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D70 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 40D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Nikon D70 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 40D has a 10,1 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D70 has 6 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 40D |
10,1 MP
10077696 pixels 3888 x 2592 |
Nikon D70 |
6 MP
6016000 pixels 3008 x 2000 |
Canon EOS 40D has a 68 % larger resolution than Nikon D70. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Canon EOS 40D has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D70. Canon EOS 40D has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 3200 while Nikon D70 has 200 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 40D | 100-3200 |
Nikon D70 | 200-1600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 40D
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D70
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 40D can shoot up to 6,5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D70 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 40D | 6,5 |
Nikon D70 | 3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
Though, neither Canon EOS 40D or Nikon D70 can shoot movies so if that is a functionality that you are really looking for you should look elsewhere.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 40D weighs 822 gr (equal to 1.81 lb) which is 21% heavier than Nikon D70 and its 679 gr (or 1.5 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 40D | 822 gr 1.81 lb |
Nikon D70 | 679 gr 1.5 lb |
Canon EOS 40D vs Nikon D70 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 40D and Nikon D70, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 40D |
Nikon D70 |
Name | Canon EOS 40D | Nikon D70 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 40D |
Nikon D70 |
Release Year | 2007 | 2004 |
Release Date | 2007-08-20 | 2004-01-28 |
MSRP | 1299 USD | 999 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 40D |
Nikon D70 |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 40D |
Nikon D70 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CCD |
Resolution | 3888 x 2592 pixels | 3008 x 2000 pixels |
Megapixels | 10,1 MP | 6 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 3 | Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration) |
Image |
Canon EOS 40D |
Nikon D70 |
ISO Range | 100 - 3200 | 200 - 1600 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 40D |
Nikon D70 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 9 | 5 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 40D |
Nikon D70 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 1,8” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 130000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | N/A |
Live view | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) | 0.75× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 40D |
Nikon D70 |
Frames per second | 6,5 fps | 3 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | 11 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 40D |
Nikon D70 |
Video recording | No | No |
Video format | N/A | N/A |
Video resolution | N/A | N/A |
Built-in Microphone | No | No |
Built-in Speakers | No | No |
Storage |
Canon EOS 40D |
Nikon D70 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 40D |
Nikon D70 |
HDMI Output | No | No |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No | No |
Remote Control | Yes (N3 connector) |
Yes (Optional (ML-L3))
|
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 40D |
Nikon D70 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Litium-Ion (Li-Ion) BP-511
|
Nikon EN-EL3 Lithium-Ion & charger included
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 800 shots | 400 shots |
Width | 146 mm | 140 mm |
Height | 108 mm | 111 mm |
Depth | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Weight | 822 gram | 679 gram |