Canon EOS 70D

Revolutionary Dual Pixel CMOS AF DSLR

Canon EOS 70D
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Canon
Model 8469B003

Award-Winning Photos Shot with the Canon EOS 70D

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Key Features

SENSOR 20.2 Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR DIGIC 5+ image processor for fast processing
AUTOFOCUS 19-point all cross-type AF system
PHASE DETECTION Dual Pixel CMOS AF for smooth live view focus
VIDEO 1080p Full HD video at up to 30fps
STABILIZATION Lens-based optical image stabilization supported
BURST RATE 7 fps continuous shooting with 65 JPEG buffer
VIEWFINDER Optical pentaprism with 98% coverage
DISPLAY 3.0-inch 1.04m-dot vari-angle touchscreen LCD
CONNECTIVITY Built-in Wi-Fi, USB 2.0, HDMI, 3.5mm mic jack
MEMORY CARD Single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot (UHS-I)
WEATHER SEALING Dust and moisture resistant build
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 920 shots per charge (LP-E6)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Canon EOS 70D

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Controlled via main/quick control dials
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Controlled via main/quick control dials
AF-ON Button ✗ Not Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present Rear Quick Control Dial
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✗ Not Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Canon EOS 70D

Welcome to the How-to section of the camera. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a camera has a how-to section and a section for learning. Simply because the buttons and the controls of each camera is located in different places that not only varies for brands but in each model. How-to section help you operate your camera, however, if you are interested to learn photography, not only you need to know how your camera works, but also you must know what you can change and why you do that to get better photo. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.

Canon EOS 70D Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Canon EOS 70D

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Technical Specification

Sensor APS-C CMOS
Resolution 20.2 MP
ISO Range 100-12800 (expandable to 25600)
Autofocus 19-point cross-type
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 7 fps
Video 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p)
Stabilization Lens dependent
Viewfinder Pentaprism, 0.95x magnification
LCD 3.0-inch Vari-angle Touchscreen
Memory Card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Connectivity Wi-Fi, USB 2.0, HDMI
Battery Life 920 shots
Weight 755g
Dimensions 139 x 104 x 79 mm