Is the Rebel better than the Nikon D70?

GREEN LATERN · May 5, 2004

Based on the review on this website, the D70 does have some pluses over the Rebel, and I just wanted to hear from those who decided to go with the Rebel.

Randy Ketchum · May 5, 2004

I'd just do a search, because your question has been asked a million times on the forum.

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Michael972 · May 5, 2004

The rebel was available for sale 6 months before the 70 hit the market. Naturally, people bought what was available and invested in glass for their new camera.

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TugBoat · May 5, 2004

A $1000 camera is really just a small part of life. Decide on one and be happy. You must decide for yourself. I like the pictures from the drebel better than the D70.

Do I worship Canon? No. Do I worship Nikon? No. Stop worrying. For most people, they are both good enough and it is just a matter of personal choice. Get one or the other, and get on with life.

Gert L. · May 5, 2004

The differences are minimal. I have chosen Canon because I was using EOS cameras already (500 and 50e). I had already a couple of lenses (28-105 , 70-210 and 100mm macro). This was my main reason to chose Canon instead of Nikon. If I buy lenses in the future, I can use them on my analog cameras too.

MarcosV · May 5, 2004

I own a DRebel and borrowed a friend's D70 for a few days. I really like certain features of the D70 over the Rebel (BTW, I didn't find the D70's feel in my hands to be that much better than the DRebel; the feel of a 10D is much better than either) However, I REALLY LOVE my Canon lens and like my options when I'm worthy of upgrading to better glass.

So to answer your question, it depends on the question behind the question:

If the question is: which camera body is better, I'd say the D70 for quick power on times, zero shutter lag, and ability to continously shoot until the CF card is full (i.e., D70 supports fast writes to fast CF cards while the DRebel doesn't).

If the question is: which camera/lens system to invest in long term, I'd say Canon. I prefer Canon glass. I do like what I see in Canon products. I'll probably buy the next 10D body when it comes out.

Marcos

pvrnet · May 5, 2004

Neither the Rebel or D70 will automatically turn you into a pro photographer. Both cameras have their strenghts and weaknesses. Overall the D70 has more features that many wish the Rebel had, but image quality between the two are both excellent, with the Rebel being a little less noisier.

But I would personally not be worried too much about a body as you will be buying into a particular system. If you like the Nikon system go for the D70. if you like the canon system get the Rebel.

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Zapped · May 5, 2004

I'm non-partisan although I voted (with my wallet) for the 300D last September. Today, I'd buy the D70 if I owned Nikon-mount lenses already.

If I didn't own either Canon- or Nikon-mount autofocus lenses it's a tougher call. I know I'm happy with the quality of Sigma EX series lenses, which are available in either mount. I know the D70 has some additional features the 300D lacks, but it's more expensive & I know I'm quite happy with the 300D feature set & the kit lens as a walkabout.

It's gonna come down to a personal decision. How much do you love the color black?

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Zapped · May 5, 2004

phew Thank goodness that's true, because microprocessor design pays well & I understand most commercial photographers are barely eeking out a living these days.

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Sam Bennett · May 5, 2004

The D70 is a great body, I've played around with it a bit and it's better in almost every respect. However, there is absolutely , positively NO way I could live with the D70 and it's body-mounted AF system and Nikon's prime lenses. They're slow, they're noisy, they're no better optically than Canon.

Once you own a couple USM prime lenses, everything else sucks in comparison.

I'm perfectly happy dealing with the Rebel's shortcomings until the 10D mkii or "Digital Elan" comes about.

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Stan Richard · May 5, 2004

Remember, there is NO ISO100 on the D70. THAT I could not live with. Just my 2 c worth.

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River Side · May 5, 2004

I am one of those who bought one over the other when both were available.. but i'd rather hear back from you.. what are you looking for in both these cameras?

bdmm · May 5, 2004

I suppose now is a tough time to buy since we can anticipate Canon will match or best Nikons product offering. I bought a DR when they first came out, and am into a few lenses now. The best thing that could happen to motivate Canon is for people to stop buying DR and buy Nikon... but as to what to buy now, tough call, the lack of AI Servo mode (in creative modes) will hurt you if you want to explore sports photography, I've also heard bird photographers complain about that (perhaps the biggest complaint of the DR, at least top 3). The other feature I wish the DR would do is allow selection of metering modes, not force you into a metering mode. The increased buffer size is also nice on the D70. The lowest ISO on the D70 is 200, which is a bit of a bummer, but the faster shutter speeds should help compensate.

Good luck, either way you go.

GREEN LATERN · May 5, 2004

Great features, comfort, the abiltiy to take action shots, great photos where the red's are not overdone. More natural looking photos, great lens with no purple fringe.

Thats what I am looking for.

bill1 · May 5, 2004

Seriously, theres been 290347982742 D70 vs 300D threads. Use the search feature and read for 3 days straight.

River Side · May 5, 2004

the D70 looks like the camera for you.. it has the best features for the price, nice smallish size, it's light, fast startupit's, doesn't limit metering or focus modes when taking action shots, has fast card writesto empty buffer till the card is full, good frame rate and the kit lens covers a very good range.

The reds tend to bloom a bit, but people like reds from Nikon, photos will be as natural looking as you're good with Photoshop

and Nikon makes very good lenses so u'll find one that has minimal purple fringing.

Good Luck

Howie Mudge · May 5, 2004

I wouldnt say the Rebel is any better or any worse than the D70. Different machines totally. I am very impressed with the Rebel. I own the 10D but recommended the D300 to a friend and he is over the moon with it. It allowed him to also buy the 17-40L and 50mm F1.8 lens.

Another friend has just bought the D70 and I was also impressed with that camera.

I think personally it comes down to lens selection. On the wide end Nikon probably edge it but on the telephoto side Canon are better. I dont think you will be dissapointed with either camera.

Howie

Backdoctor · May 5, 2004

that I just dont get it. I thought I was the one taking the shots.

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TugBoat · May 5, 2004

That's what they say. Funny how the pros at the tennis games all have the latest equipment. I suspect the camera helps a lot more than people are willing to acknowledge.

If you have all day to take one good still life, then I would agree that it's the photographer.

If you have 2 hours to cover a tennis match, air show, or 2 hours with a model, the guy with the 8fps camera wins. Yes, I real pro with years of experience may still beat me in the tennis match coverage. However, I can probably beat someone who is just a bit better than me if I had better equipment.

Backdoctor · May 5, 2004

I agree somewhat, but D70 vs Rebel, no appreciable difference here. It's the shooter at this point.

No need for us to p!ss on each other over it. Better we enjoy the hobby together, share techniques and help each other.

Dont you think?

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