Canon 20D vs Canon 70D
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Canon 20D vs Canon 70D Key Specs
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Canon 20D vs Canon 70D Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Canon 20D vs Canon 70D, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both are sold by Canon. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the 20D (8MP) and 70D (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe 20D was introduced 10 years earlier than the 70D and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 20D scores versus the 70D in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 20D vs Canon 70D Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 20D & Canon EOS 70D. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 20D Gallery & Canon 70D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20D over the Canon 70D
20D | 70D |
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Reasons to pick Canon 70D over the Canon 20D
70D | 20D | |||
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Released | October 2013 | November 2004 | Fresher by 109 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.2") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 118k | Crisper display (+922k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon 20D and Canon 70D
20D | 70D | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus |
Canon 20D vs Canon 70D Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 20D provides outside dimensions of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") having a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) and the Canon 70D has measurements of 139mm x 104mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs).
Look at the Canon 20D vs Canon 70D in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the 20D vs the 70D.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 20D and 70D is 59 and 59 respectively.
Canon 20D vs Canon 70D Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The visual below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 20D and 70D.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon 70D to produce extra detail using its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The older 20D will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon 20D vs Canon 70D Specifications
Canon EOS 20D | Canon EOS 70D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon EOS 20D | Canon EOS 70D |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2004-11-03 | 2013-10-31 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Digic 5+ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.5 x 15mm | 22.5 x 15mm |
Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 337.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 19 |
Cross focus points | - | 19 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Canon EF/EF-S |
Available lenses | 326 | 326 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 1.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 118k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Clear View II TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (59.94, 50 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 770g (1.70 pounds) | 755g (1.66 pounds) |
Dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 139 x 104 x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 62 | 68 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.9 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | 721 | 926 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 920 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LP-E6 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $1,300 | $758 |