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Note: This camera was first sold in Apr 2005. It has been replaced by the Nikon D80.
Nikon D70s
Nikon D70s
D+
HQ Grade: D+
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
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"Get One.......Don't think about it."
  • 5 out of 5
"Have the nikon fg film slr and bought the nikon d70s"
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Answered Questions for the Nikon D70s

Q: Size of picture that can be printed with D70s, 6 megapixel
A: The most you can probably get is a 13 by 9, but that could be... read more
Q: Using AF-SVRZoom-Nikkor70-200mmf/2.8GIF-ED on my NikonD70s
A: Glen,Try moving the ISO settings to 1600. You'll get photos that are almost twice as... read more
Q: how can i set the d70s up for sharp distant photos useing 18 -70 mm lens
A: Well if you're doing sharp landscape shots I would put a fairly low ISO on... read more
Q: How much should I be looking at paying for a used model with a 18-70mm lens?
A: Hello,it depends on many things. Like the condition (looks like a new or used), warranty... read more
Q: Are you aware of a service advisory for the D70?
A: Usually, product advisories are posted on the website, much like this one is. It may... read more
Q: I have a D70 with 18-75 z00m and a 75-300 zoom I am considering buying a 600mm fixed power lens, would this be worth the expence?
A: It depends how much you're going to you use it. This size lens esp. w... read more
Q: Lenses with a minimum focal distance at about 5-10cm (macro) for D70?
A: The focal length more or less identifies a lens. Hence in the site I suggested... read more
Q: Why are my sports flash photos showing up with a ghost image?
A: Hi, I noticed that your question hasn't been responded to yet. Are you still looking... read more
Q: how do i shoot black & white with nikon d70s?
A: Elias,It looks like your camera does not have a B&W shooting mode. If you have... read more
Q: Does the old Autofocus Speedlight SB-24 flash function properly on the Nikon D70s?
A: Hi Arthur,I don't personally have any experience with this flash/camera combo, but this thread might... read more
Q: Nikon D70s best lens to use?
A: Matt -- it sounds like you're looking to make an appropriate trade-off between cost and... read more
Q: Does the Tamron AF 28-200mm F/3.8-5.6 LD Aspherical (IF) for Nikon-AF-D Lens with a Filter Size of 72 mm is ok for the Nikon D70s?. I use this Lens on
A: Hi Al,According to this message board thread, the Tamron AF 28-200mm will work just fine... read more
Q: Which digital camera and lens combination (Canon/Nikon) would be best for bird photography?
A: The solutions (Canon/Nikon) are incompatible, so you'll have to choose one and stick to it. read more
Q: do my old Nicon lences work with d70s
A: Imad,According to Nikon's site for the D70s:"Nikkor lenses: The D70s employs the Nikon F lens... read more
Q: What type of lens mount does the D70s use?
A: It is the Nikon F mount, the same as most of their film SLRs. read more
Q: What type of lens mount does the D70s use?
A: Nikon "F" mount - bayonet type... read more
Q: has it digital zoom?
A: Oliver,In short - No.Long version - it doesn't need one. The zooming features on this... read more

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Open Questions for the Nikon D70s

Q: Nikkor 12-24 mm setup for D70s
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: lately, "cha" has been flashing where the ISO appears. what does this mean?
10 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: I would like to buy a zoom telephoto lens for my nikon d70s..been thinking of Nikon 18-200 mm. Is this compatable?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: D-70 with SB-600 not working together
15 points for best answer - 3 replies
Q: How much should I be paying for a second hand D70S?
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Q: My D70s stopped working: battery ok, memory card ok, but whne shtter is depressed:black + "Err" message, shutter pressed second time clears this, but
2 replies
Q: How much was original retail price for the Nikon D70?
5 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: D70s when shutter is depressed:black + "Err" message
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Q: I need to buy a 80-400mm lense NIKKOR VR Lenses(Japan
9 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: Nikon D70 warranty info please
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Q: I have a D70 with 18-75 z00m and a 75-300 zoom
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Q: indian price for Nikon D70 & D70S
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Q: What is the shutter lag time on the D70 & D70S
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Q: General advice on choosing the right Nikon Digital Camera
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Q: Looking for a digital camera for fashion magazine work. Can you suggest a camera?
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