Canon 70D vs Sigma SD15

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon 70D versus Sigma SD15, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the 70D (20MP) and SD15 (5MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The 70D was unveiled 3 years later than the SD15 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 70D scores against the SD15 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 70D & Sigma SD15. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 70D Gallery & Sigma SD15 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 70D features external measurements of 139mm x 104mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) while the Sigma SD15 has specifications of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the 70D and the SD15.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 70D and SD15 is 59 and 59 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 70D and SD15.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon 70D to resolve more detail having an extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern 70D provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.