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March 17, 2005
Nikon D70
I recently purchased a Nikon D70 and entered the world of high-end digital photography. The most frustrating thing about the new SLR digital cameras is that most of the lenses from my old Nikon outfit do not work. Including my favorite lens, a 35mm 1.8 f-stop. What is even worse is that the old outfit is not even worth that much any more. The camera shop I got my D70 at valued my camera, lenses, and flash at maybe $500.00. It is not even enough money to really think about selling the outfit for.
The D70 is a great camera though. It is the first digital camera that operates like a good 'ol film camera. It takes crisp pictures, is fast, and easy to use. The auto mode is a bit lacking in quality in regards to how it balances the light metering (many pictures appear dark). The built-in flash is great for fill, but does not provide much more coverage than that. I ended up purchasing the more robust SB-600 flash.
In fact I am still pissed at having to purchase that flass too, as my SB-24 is just fine, but it is not compatible with the D70.
What is also interesting is that the new DX lenses do not have a f-stop ring. You control the aperature through a mechanism on the camera body, similar to the Canon cameras.
The controls of the camera including the digital menu are easy to use and access and I am able to switch the ISO, Aperature, and Speed quickly. I also like the fact that camera previews the picture on the LCD screen, but does not allow you to use the LCD as a viewfinder. I also like the fact that you can turn on a grid in the view finder for use in architectural shots.
Overall, I am excited about the camera and can't wait to get more pictures.
Posted by kermisch at March 17, 2005 9:24 PM