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10/17/2004 07:20:45 PM · #1 |
I was talking with a salesman that have allerted me for something:
If I intend to do pro with Nikon gear I do best to buy the 'D100' than the 'D70'.
Some of the reasons that he pointed out was the extra gear, like the vertical grip, only for the 'D100' (with all the benefits of it), and other accessories too.
What do you think? Is it worth the extra money the 'D100'? In most of the reviews that I read it point out most of the times the advantage of the 'D70'. What do you orners think? And you pros?
thank's in advance.
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10/17/2004 07:26:37 PM · #2 |
There is a mail in rebate on the 'D100' right now, will help close the gap in price. Abe's of Maine is offering a free 4G CF card with the purchase.
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10/17/2004 07:40:28 PM · #3 |
That's good news. But do you think it is better than the 'D70'?
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10/17/2004 08:05:47 PM · #4 |
Originally posted by Nuno:
That's good news. But do you think it is better than the 'D70'? |
No. Go to //www.dpreview.com and look at the side by side comparison and you'll see the 'D70' beats the 'D100' on almost everything. Also, the 'D100' has been discontinued, that's why there are rebates.
There is a vertical grip for the 'D70' coming, somebody posted a link to it in this thread.
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10/17/2004 08:12:42 PM · #5 |
| The Pentax *ist D has the same sensor as the Nikon 'D100' as a side note. |
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10/18/2004 07:53:27 AM · #6 |
Both the 'D70' and 'D100' are excellent cameras; both can create high-quality JPEG and NEF files. Both cameras can use most Nikkor lenses. Both have a built-in Speedlight flash. However, the 'D70', being several years newer has some distinct advantages:
1) Faster flash sync speed: 1/500 vs the 'D100''s 1/180 of a second
2) Faster top end shutter speed: 1/8000 vs 1/4000 of a second
3) 'D70' has support for the latest iTTL and Creative Lighting System flash systems
4) Faster buffer shooting: both are 3FPS, the 'D100' can shoot 6 frames while the 'D70' is 20 frames.
The 'D70' does not have the MB-'D100' external battery pack. So, if you need the vertical shutter release, 10-pin accessory plug, or the ability to do voice annotations you should choose the 'D100'.
The 'D100' can support D-TTL flash metering with DX-series flashes. The 'D70' supports non-TTL Auto flash metering with DX-series and other Nikon Speedlights. Full iTTL can be a be achieved with the 'D70' and a SB-800 or SB-600 Speedlight.
Both cameras are USB and can be used with Nikon View or Nikon Capture software.
I hope that this Nikon-provided information is helpful. Michael
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10/18/2004 09:02:23 AM · #7 |
i think at this time, the 'd70' is a better camera to purchase than the 'd100'. don't get me wrong, the 'd100' is a great camera, and it has a metal body and the vertical grip etc, but technology-wise it's a couple years behind. rumor has it that nikon will be announcing a replacement to it sometime soon.. but who knows! right now if faced with the decision of 'd100', 'd70', i'd opt for the 'd70' (which is why you see 'd70' under my name hehe)
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10/18/2004 09:22:38 AM · #8 |
Originally posted by jxpfeer:
i think at this time, the 'd70' is a better camera to purchase than the 'd100'. don't get me wrong, the 'd100' is a great camera, and it has a metal body and the vertical grip etc, but technology-wise it's a couple years behind. rumor has it that nikon will be announcing a replacement to it sometime soon.. but who knows! right now if faced with the decision of 'd100', 'd70', i'd opt for the 'd70' (which is why you see 'd70' under my name hehe) |
I own a Nikon 'D100' and absolutely love it. I will recommend it to anyone. The 'D100' prices have drop a great deal so it now represents a terrific value comparatively. I do use the optional grip and appreciate the ergonomic feel that it adds, as well as the extra features, like the ability to use AA batteries. As a previous D1x user, battery life was a major issue. But, the 'D70' has merit for being a solid entry level consideration for new users.
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10/18/2004 09:57:14 AM · #9 |
Originally posted by Morgan:
But, the 'D70' has merit for being a solid entry level consideration for new users. |
like morgan said :)
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10/18/2004 11:34:37 AM · #10 |
Based on the common perspective of a great many reviews, my feeling is that 'D70' represents the best purchase at the moment. The only exception I would make to that is if you are truly doing pro work in harsh environments where the (slightly) more durable metal case would be a factor, or if you do large amounts of work in a vertical orientation. Everything I read tells me that image quality on the 'D70' is notably superior due to enhancements made since the 'D100''s release. I've been giving my 'D70' a serious workout in the field for some time now, and don't feel that the durability of the metal case would be a significant issue for me, but I respect that others could be tougher on gear than I am.
That being said, the 'D100' is an excellent camera. Arguing over whether a Ferrari or Porsche is faster can be an irrelevant conversation in many ways, and once you cross into the playing field of pro or semi-pro dSLRs, talent will take you much farther than technology. Give John Shaw a 'D100' and he'll probably take better shots than I would with my 'D70'. Unless he needed flash ;)
If prices are reasonably close, and you don't need the niche features of the 'D100', I'd choose the 'D70' (in fact, I did!). If you find a steal on the 'D100', and money is an issue, then it's a great SLR which can take you quite far. I wouldn't get hung up on the 'D70' being an entry level camera - I think when you take into consideration its iTTL flash and other capabilities its potential is on a par (or better) with many pro models. I have yet to see a photographic technique which my 'D70' couldn't perform (but many which *I* couldn't perform!).
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10/18/2004 11:59:27 AM · #11 |
I have a friend in UK who uses a 'D70' and he is a pro photographer, he has recieved no problems so far..
May I also add that if a pro did find the time to ridicule another pro for the fact he uses a 'D70' it would void him of any PRO respect himself.. If you know what i mean. I spoke to my friend about this issue before i got the 'D70' and he said if you really want to be in the height of fashion get the D1x(pre-d2x) then you will look as good as the rest but personnally, he said, I have a job to do and the 'D70' does it. |
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10/18/2004 12:11:14 PM · #12 |
I use both.
I shoot mostly with my 'D100', and use the 'D70' as a backup. The reason I use the 'D100' more, is because it is very similar to my F5 in size and construction. I'm just use to it. There is not much noticable difference in the two cameras, except for the obvious advantage of the battery pack, and the smoothness of shooting vertical (having the apature/shutter/trigger on the battery pack)
And I second what alionic says. It's more in WHO takes the photo, not WHAT takes the photo.
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10/18/2004 12:19:32 PM · #13 |
And I second what alionic says. It's more in WHO takes the photo, not WHAT takes the photo.
I really agree with this. I have a 'D100', great camera and I use the vertical grip. I have also shot with the 'D70' and it's a great camera.
When you get to this point in camera technology, the camera will definately be able to produce. It's what you are doing with it that is the key.
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