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Nikon D70 Review:
First Contact

by Wayne Lorimer

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Nikon D70 Review: Final Thoughts

As a ‘traditional’ photographer who grew up with 35mm film SLR cameras, I’ve never really been able to get excited about digital point-and-shoots. I have also, however, never was able to justify the expense associated with the pro SLR cameras, so I’ve had to play the waiting game. Until now that is.

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With a Nikon D70 Digital SLR

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With the introduction in 2003 of ‘consumer’ digital SLR’s, I’ve suddenly became very interested, and very excited. Then, when I use a camera like the D70 from Nikon, I get even more excited (yeah, I know, it’s sad in a way. But my doctor says I’ll be fine).

If, like me, you’ve been waiting for a digital SLR that will give you the convenience of shooting digital, with the control and feel of conventional 35mm cameras, at the right price, then wait no more. The Nikon D70 fits the bill perfectly, and I guarantee you won’t be disappointed. Solid, responsive, fully featured, comfortable and sexy (yes, there’s no denying it) – the Nikon D70 is a superb digital SLR. Nikon will sell truckloads.

If hard pressed for a rating
(from 0 to 5):

Design - 5
Features - 5
Performance - 5
Image Quality - 4
Value for Money - 5
Overall rating - 4.8
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Editors note: Our gratitude to New Zealand's "D-Photo" Magazine, published by Parkside Media, where this article first appeared.
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