Canon EOS 70D vs Sigma DP1

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon EOS 70D and the Sigma DP1, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Canon EOS 70D was introduced in October 2013 and Sigma DP1 was introduced in May 2008. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Canon EOS 70D 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

      Sigma DP1 Highlights

      • 5 MP APS-C CMOS (Foveon X3) Sensor
      • 100 - 800 Native ISO
      • 2.50" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Canon EOS 70D
      4. Advantage of Sigma DP1
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Canon EOS 70D and Sigma DP1.

      PROS

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      •   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
      •   800 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz)

      CONS

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      •   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
      •   No Video Capture
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 5 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


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

      AVERAGE

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      •   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
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.50"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec

      Advantage of Canon EOS 70D

      Canon 70D
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon EOS 70D over Sigma DP1.

      Canon EOS 70D vs Sigma DP1
      Video Capture vs
      Higher Sensor Resolution 20.2 Megapixel vs 5 Megapixel
      Max Image Resolution 5472 x 3648 vs 2640 x 1760
      Touch-to-Focus vs
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Screen Type Fully Articulated vs Fixed
      Touch Screen vs
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.50"
      Higher Resolution Screen 1,040k dot vs 230k dot
      Top LCD Screen vs
      Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) vs
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/8000 sec vs 1/4000 sec
      Multi-Segment Metering vs
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      Partial Metering vs
      HDMI Output Mini vs
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono
      Microphone Input vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Environmental Sealing vs

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      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 80D
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon 20Da
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      APS-C

      8.25 MP

      Canon 30D
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      APS-C

      8.2 MP

      Canon 20D
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      APS-C

      8 MP

      Canon 60Da
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Nikon D7500
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Canon 10D
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      APS-C

      6 MP

      Advantage of Sigma DP1

      Sigma DP1
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sigma DP1 over Canon EOS 70D.

      Canon EOS 70D vs Sigma DP1
      Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 800
      Lighter 755 g (1.66 lb / 26.63 oz) vs 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz)

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      Sigma DP1s
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      APS-C

      14.06 MP

      Fujifilm X10
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      2/3-inch

      12 MP

      Panasonic G9
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20.33 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Nikon D3S
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      Full Frame

      12.1 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Sony a7 III
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Canon Rebel T5
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Canon R5 C
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      Full Frame

      45.0 MP

      Sony a7S III
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      Full Frame

      12.1 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Canon EOS 70D Sigma DP1
        Live View Autofocus
        Built-in Flash
      WEAKNESSES Canon EOS 70D Sigma DP1
        Timelapse Recording
        No Image Stabilization
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Canon EOS 70D has a 3.0" Fully Articulated screen with 1,040k dot resolution and Sigma DP1 has a 2.50" Fixed screen with 230k dot resolution. Fully articulated screen makes Canon EOS 70D selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting. Canon EOS 70D also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality allowing 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.

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      Canon EOS 70D with Fully Articulated screen


      Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder on Canon EOS 70D

      Canon EOS 70D has a built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinder. It has a 98% coverage and 0.95x (0.59x 35mm equivalent) magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Sigma DP1.

      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. Sigma DP1 features a 5 megapixel APS-C CMOS (Foveon X3) sensor with dimensions of 20.7 x 13.8 mm and a total area of 190.4 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 800.

      Photography Features

      Canon EOS 70D is equipped with DIGIC 5+ processor and can take pictures up to 5472 x 3648 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution 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. Sigma DP1 can take pictures up to 2640 x 1760 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 1776 x 1184, 1296 x 864 with 3:2 aspect ratios.


      No Image Stabilization

      The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Canon EOS 70D it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Sigma DP1 nothing can be done.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Canon EOS 70D

      Canon EOS 70D 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.
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      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Canon EOS 70D comes with LP-E6 battery pack with battery life of 920 shots and Sigma DP1 comes with BP-31 battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Canon EOS 70D has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Sigma DP1 has a single SD/MMC card card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Sigma DP1 has Electronically controlled lens shutter Shutter speed can go up to 1/8000 sec on Canon EOS 70D, and up to 1/4000 sec on Sigma DP1. Canon EOS 70D 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 Sigma DP1 has . Canon EOS 70D has detection range from -0.5 to +18 EV.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 12.00 m on Canon EOS 70D. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/250 sec on Canon EOS 70D.

      Physical Parameters

      Canon EOS 70D body has dimensions of 139 x 104 x 79 mm (5.47 x 4.11 x 3.09") and Sigma DP1 body has dimensions of 113 x 60 x 50 mm (4.45 x 2.36 x 1.97"). Canon EOS 70D weighs 755 g (1.66 lb / 26.63 oz) and Sigma DP1 weighs 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz).

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

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      113 mm

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      79 mm

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      Size comparisons of Canon EOS 70D and Sigma DP1

      Canon EOS 70D and Sigma DP1 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      GOOD
      84
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      GOOD
      74
      •   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
      BAD
      36
      •   800 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Wildlife Photography

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      GOOD
      70
      •   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
      BAD
      36
      •   800 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Portrait Photography

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      GOOD
      83
      •   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
      GOOD
      71
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.50"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot

      Street Photography

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      GOOD
      84
      •   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)
      GOOD
      81
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      GOOD
      82
      •   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
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Canon EOS 70D and Sigma DP1 and give them scores of 73 and 49 out of 100 recpectively. 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.


      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      OVERALL
      73
      OVERALL
      49

      Sensor

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Sensor Resolution - 20.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 68
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 5 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   800 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      AVERAGE
      65
      •   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
      AVERAGE
      56
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec

      Video

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      BAD
      16
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      BAD
      0
      •   No Image Stabilization

      Focusing

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   -0.5 EV Min AF Detection
      •   19 Focus Points
      •   19 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      POOR
      48
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.50"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      BAD
      36
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Canon EOS 70D

      Sigma DP1

      GOOD
      70
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 755 g (1.66 lb / 26.63 oz)
      •   Battery Life - 920 shots
      POOR
      53
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz)


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