Canon 70D vs Sigma SD1

Here, we will be matching up the Canon 70D vs Sigma SD1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the 70D (20MP) and SD1 (15MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 70D was introduced 3 years later than the SD1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the 70D matches up versus the SD1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 70D and Sigma SD1. The whole galleries are available at Canon 70D Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon 70D comes with external measurements of 139mm x 104mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) while the Sigma SD1 has sizing of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 70D vs Sigma SD1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the 70D compared to the SD1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 70D and SD1 is 59 and 77 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 70D and SD1.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon 70D to show greater detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger 70D will have an edge in sensor tech.