Canon EOS 70D

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    Highlights

    • 20.2 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
    • 100 - 12,800 Native ISO
    • 19 Focus Points (19 Cross-type)
    • 3.0" 1,040k dot Fully Articulated Screen
    • Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder
    • 7.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
    • 30 min Video Recording Limit
    • Built-in Flash
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
    • Wheather Sealed Body
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    Overview

    Canon EOS 70D was announced in 2013 and is an APS-C (22.5 x 15 mm) DSLR camera with 20.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 100 to 12,800 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode. The camera has a Fully Articulated 3.0" screen with 1,040k dot resolution and built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinder.

    Canon EOS 70D can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.

    Table of Contents
    1. Overview
    2. Pros and Cons
    3. Predecessor
    4. Successor
    5. Screen and Viewfinder
    6. Sensor
    7. Photography Features
    8. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
    9. Other Features
    10. Physical Parameters
    11. For Different Types of Photography
    12. Evaluation
    13. Specifications  

    Here is the Canon EOS xxD series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

    Canon EOS xxD series lineup
    Model Date Sensor Native ISO Screen Price
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    		August
    2019    		 32.5 MP
    APS-C    		 100 - 25,600 Articulated 3.0"
    1,040k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Canon 77D
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    		February
    2017    		 24.2 MP
    APS-C    		 100 - 25,600 Articulated 3.0"
    1,040k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Canon 80D
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    		February
    2016    		 24.2 MP
    APS-C    		 100 - 16,000 Articulated 3.0"
    1,040k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Canon 70D October
    2013    		 20.2 MP
    APS-C    		 100 - 12,800 Articulated 3.0"
    1,040k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Canon 60Da
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    		April
    2012    		 18.0 MP
    APS-C    		 100 - 6,400 Articulated 3.0"
    1,040k dot
    Image cannot be found Canon 60D
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    		November
    2010    		 18.0 MP
    APS-C    		 100 - 6,400 Articulated 3.0"
    1,040k dot
    Image cannot be found Canon 50D
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    		October
    2008    		 15.1 MP
    APS-C    		 100 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    920k dot
    Image cannot be found Canon 40D
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    		October
    2007    		 10.1 MP
    APS-C    		 100 - 1,600 Fixed 3.0"
    230k dot
    Image cannot be found Canon 30D
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    		April
    2006    		 8.2 MP
    APS-C    		 100 - 1,600 Fixed 2.5"
    230k dot
    Image cannot be found Canon 20Da
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    		June
    2005    		 8.25 MP
    APS-C    		 100 - 1,600 Fixed 1.8"
    118k dot
    Image cannot be found Canon 20D
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    		November
    2004    		 8 MP
    APS-C    		 100 - 1,600 Fixed 1.8"
    118k dot
    Image cannot be found Canon 10D
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    		March
    2003    		 6 MP
    APS-C    		 100 - 1,600 Fixed 1.8"
    118k dot

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Canon EOS 90D vs EOS 77D vs EOS 80D vs EOS 70D vs EOS 60Da vs EOS 60D.

    Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Canon EOS 70D.

    PROS

    •   Video Capture
    •   Touch-to-Focus
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus
    •   Fully Articulated Screen
    •   Touch Screen
    •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
    •   Built-in Flash
    •   HDMI Output
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   Environmental Sealing
    •   Orientation Sensor

    CONS

    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   Low Video Recording Limit
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

    AVERAGE

    •   Sensor Resolution - 20.2 Megapixel
    •   100 Lowest Native ISO
    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   -0.5 EV Min AF Detection
    •   19 Focus Points
    •   19 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
    •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/250 sec
    •   DxO Overall Score - 68
    •   Weight - 755 g (1.66 lb / 26.63 oz)
    •   Battery Life - 920 shots

    Predecessor

    Here we are comparing Canon EOS 70D to its predecessor EOS 60D and displaying the major changes.

    UPGRADES Canon EOS 70D vs Canon EOS 60D
    Higher Sensor Resolution 20.2 Megapixel vs 18.0 Megapixel
    Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 6,400
    Higher Boosted ISO 25,600 vs 12,800
    More Powerful Processor DIGIC 5+ vs DIGIC 4
    Max Image Resolution 5472 x 3648 vs 5184 x 3456
    More Focus Points 19 vs 9
    More Cross-type Focus Points 19 vs 9
    Touch-to-Focus vs
    Center Autofocus vs
    Tracking Autofocus vs
    Touch Screen vs
    Higher Viewfinder Coverage 98% vs 96%
    Higher Max Continuous Shooting 7.0 fps vs 5.3 fps
    Higher DxO Low Light ISO 926 vs 813
    Higher DxO Color Depth 22.5 vs 22.2
    Higher DxO Dynamic Range 11.6 vs 11.5
    Higher DxO Overall Score 68 vs 66
    Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono
    Built-In Wi-Fi vs Eye-Fi Connection possible
    DOWNGRADES Canon EOS 70D vs Canon EOS 60D
    Shorter Battery Life 920 shots vs 1100 shots

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Canon EOS 70D vs EOS 60D.

    Successor

    In 2016 Canon EOS 70D was replaced by Canon EOS 80D. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Canon EOS 70D and its successor.

    UPGRADES Canon EOS 80D vs Canon EOS 70D
    Higher Sensor Resolution 24.2 Megapixel vs 20.2 Megapixel
    Higher Native ISO 16,000 vs 12,800
    More Powerful Processor DIGIC 6 vs DIGIC 5+
    Max Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 vs 5472 x 3648
    Timelapse Recording vs
    Lower Min AF Detection -3 EV vs -0.5 EV
    More Focus Points 45 vs 19
    More Cross-type Focus Points 45 vs 19
    Higher Viewfinder Coverage 100% vs 98%
    Average Metering vs
    Higher DxO Low Light ISO 1135 vs 926
    Higher DxO Color Depth 23.6 vs 22.5
    Higher DxO Dynamic Range 13.2 vs 11.6
    Higher DxO Overall Score 79 vs 68
    Headphone Output vs
    Lighter 730 g (1.61 lb / 25.75 oz) vs 755 g (1.66 lb / 26.63 oz)
    Longer Battery Life 960 shots vs 920 shots

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Canon EOS 70D vs EOS 80D.

    Screen and Viewfinder

    Fully Articulated Touchscreen

    Canon EOS 70D has a 3.0" Fully Articulated touchscreen with 1,040k dot resolution. Fully articulated screen makes this camera selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting.

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    Canon EOS 70D with Fully Articulated screen


    Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder

    Camera has a built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinder. It has a 98% coverage and 0.95x (0.59x 35mm equivalent) magnification.

    Sensor

    Canon EOS 70D features a 20.2 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 22.5 x 15 mm and a total area of 337.5 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode.


    Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how Canon EOS 70D's APS-C sensor compares with other types of sensors:

    Sensor size chart
    Sensor Dimensions Area Aspect Ratio Crop Factor
    Image cannot be displayedMedium Format44 x 33 mm1452 mm24:30.79x
    Image cannot be displayedFull Frame36 x 24 mm864 mm23:21x
    Image cannot be displayedAPS-H27 x 18 mm486 mm23:21.3x
    Image cannot be displayedAPS-C23.6 x 15.6 mm368.2 mm23:21.5x
    Image cannot be displayedAPS-C (Canon)22.5 x 15 mm337.5 mm23:21.6x
    Image cannot be displayedMicro Four Thirds17.4 x 13 mm226.2 mm24:32x
    Image cannot be displayed1-inch13.2 x 8.8 mm116.2 mm23:22.7x
    Image cannot be displayed1/1.7-inch7.44 x 5.58 mm41.5 mm24:34.7x
    Image cannot be displayed1/2.3-inch6.17 x 4.55 mm28.1 mm24:35.6x

    Photography Features

    Camera is equipped with DIGIC 5+ processor and can take pictures up to 5472 x 3648 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolutions like 3468x2432, 2736x1824, 1920x1280, 720x480, 4864x3648, 3248x2432, 2432x1824, 1696x1280, 640x480,5472x3072, 3468x2048, 2736x1536, 1920x1080, 720x408, 3648x3648, 2432x2432, 1824x1824, 1280x1280, 480x480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


    Lens Mount

    Canon EOS 70D has Canon EF/EF-S lens mount. Due to APS-C sensor its crop factor (also called lens multiplier) is 1.6x. This means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.6.


    No In-Body Image Stabilization

    The camera does not have in-body image stabilization (IBIS) so it needs lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction.

    Check out the cameras which are frequently compared to Canon EOS 70D.

    Canon 90D
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    APS-C

    32.5 MP

    Canon 40D
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    APS-C

    10.1 MP

    Canon 60D
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    APS-C

    18.0 MP

    Canon 77D
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    APS-C

    24.2 MP

    Canon 50D
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    APS-C

    15.1 MP

    Canon 20D
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    APS-C

    8 MP

    Canon 20Da
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    APS-C

    8.25 MP

    Canon 30D
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    APS-C

    8.2 MP

    Canon 60Da
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    APS-C

    18.0 MP

    Canon 80D
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    APS-C

    24.2 MP

    Canon 10D
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    APS-C

    6 MP

    Nikon D7500
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    APS-C

    20.9 MP

    Connectivity, Battery and Storage

    Built-in Wi-Fi

    Camera has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
      Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


    USB Input and HDMI Output

    Canon EOS 70D has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer. There is a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.


    Battery

    Canon EOS 70D comes with LP-E6 battery pack with battery life of 920 shots.


    External Storage Slots

    The camera has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot.

    Other Features

    Shutter

    Canon EOS 70D's shutter speed can go up to 1/8000 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 7.0 fps.


    Focusing

    Canon EOS 70D has Dual Pixel CMOS AF system with 19 (19 cross-type) focusing points and from -0.5 to +18 EV detection range. Touch-to-Focus allows users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording. There is also face detection feature which automatically finds and focuses on faces.


    Flash

    Canon EOS 70D has a built-in flash with maximum range of 12.00 m and also accepts external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/250 sec.

    Physical Parameters

    Canon EOS 70D has dimensions of 139 x 104 x 79 mm (5.47 x 4.11 x 3.09"). It weighs 755 g (1.66 lb / 26.63 oz) which is neither heavy nor lightweight.

    139 mm (5.47")

    104 mm (4.11")

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    79 mm (3.09")

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    Canon EOS 70D dimensions

    Canon EOS 70D for Different Types of Photography

    We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Canon EOS 70D is suitable for six different types of photography.


    Landscape Photography

    GOOD
    84

    Canon EOS 70D gets a score of 84 and is GOOD choice for Landscape photography.

    •   Touch Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   Environmental Sealing

    Sports Photography

    GOOD
    74

    Canon EOS 70D gets a score of 74 and is GOOD choice for Sports photography.

    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   19 Focus Points
    •   19 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Touch-to-Focus
    •   Face Detection
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Touch Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
    •   Battery Life - 920 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Wildlife Photography

    GOOD
    70

    Canon EOS 70D gets a score of 70 and is GOOD choice for Wildlife photography.

    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   19 Focus Points
    •   19 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Touch-to-Focus
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Touch Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
    •   Environmental Sealing
    •   Battery Life - 920 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Portrait Photography

    GOOD
    83

    Canon EOS 70D gets a score of 83 and is GOOD choice for Portrait photography.

    •   19 Focus Points
    •   19 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Touch-to-Focus
    •   Face Detection
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Touch Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
    •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/250 sec
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Street Photography

    GOOD
    84

    Canon EOS 70D gets a score of 84 and is GOOD choice for Street photography.

    •   19 Focus Points
    •   19 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Touch-to-Focus
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Fully Articulated Screen
    •   Touch Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   Environmental Sealing
    •   Weight - 755 g (1.66 lb / 26.63 oz)

    Travel Photography

    GOOD
    82

    Canon EOS 70D gets a score of 82 and is GOOD choice for Travel photography.

    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Fully Articulated Screen
    •   Touch Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   Low Video Recording Limit
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   Environmental Sealing
    •   Weight - 755 g (1.66 lb / 26.63 oz)
    •   Battery Life - 920 shots

    Canon EOS 70D Evaluation

    We evaluate Canon EOS 70D and give score of 73 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


    OVERALL
    73

    Sensor

    AVERAGE
    68

    We give Canon EOS 70D a score of 68 for Sensor parameters.

    •   Sensor Resolution - 20.2 Megapixel
    •   100 Lowest Native ISO
    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   DxO Overall Score - 68

    Photo

    AVERAGE
    65

    We give Canon EOS 70D a score of 65 for Photo parameters.

    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
    •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/250 sec

    Video

    BAD
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    We give Canon EOS 70D a score of 16 for Video parameters.

    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   Low Video Recording Limit

    Focusing

    EXCELLENT
    87

    We give Canon EOS 70D a score of 87 for Focusing parameters.

    •   -0.5 EV Min AF Detection
    •   19 Focus Points
    •   19 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Touch-to-Focus
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus

    Screen and Viewfinder

    EXCELLENT
    90

    We give Canon EOS 70D a score of 90 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.

    •   Fully Articulated Screen
    •   Touch Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot

    Connectivity

    EXCELLENT
    87

    We give Canon EOS 70D a score of 87 for Connectivity parameters.

    •   HDMI Output
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    Battery, Storage and Physical

    GOOD
    70

    We give Canon EOS 70D a score of 70 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.

    •   Environmental Sealing
    •   Weight - 755 g (1.66 lb / 26.63 oz)
    •   Battery Life - 920 shots


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