Canon 1D MII N vs Canon 70D

Here, we will be comparing the Canon 1D MII N versus Canon 70D, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both designed by Canon. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1D MII N (8MP) and 70D (20MP) and the 1D MII N (APS-H) and 70D (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1D MII N was revealed 9 years prior to the 70D which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1D MII N being a Large SLR camera and the Canon 70D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the 1D MII N grades vs the 70D for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D Mark II N & Canon EOS 70D. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 1D MII N Gallery & Canon 70D Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon 1D MII N provides external dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) while the Canon 70D has specifications of 139mm x 104mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs).

Look at the Canon 1D MII N versus Canon 70D in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the 1D MII N versus the 70D.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1D MII N and 70D is 50 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The image below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D MII N and 70D.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1D MII N having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon 70D will resolve extra detail because of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged 1D MII N is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.