Canon 70D vs Canon T6i

Following is a thorough analysis of the Canon 70D versus Canon T6i, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are created by Canon. The image resolution of the 70D (20MP) and the T6i (24MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The 70D was announced 15 months earlier than the T6i which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon 70D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon T6i being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 70D grades against the T6i in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 70D & Canon EOS Rebel T6i. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 70D Gallery & Canon T6i Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon 70D features exterior measurements of 139mm x 104mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) whilst the Canon T6i has specifications of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the 70D vs the T6i.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 70D and T6i is 59 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The picture underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 70D and T6i.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon T6i to give more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged 70D is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.