Canon 70D vs Sigma SD9
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Canon 70D vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs
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- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 400
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Introduced November 2002
- Updated by Sigma SD10
Canon 70D vs Sigma SD9 Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the Canon 70D vs Sigma SD9, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sigma. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the 70D (20MP) and SD9 (3MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 70D was introduced 11 years later than the SD9 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 70D grades against the SD9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 70D vs Sigma SD9 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 70D and Sigma SD9. The whole galleries are available at Canon 70D Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 70D over the Sigma SD9
70D | SD9 | |||
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Introduced | October 2013 | November 2002 | Fresher by 134 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 130k | Clearer screen (+910k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Canon 70D
SD9 | 70D |
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Common features in the Canon 70D and Sigma SD9
70D | SD9 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus |
Canon 70D vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 70D provides external dimensions of 139mm x 104mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) and the Sigma SD9 has dimensions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Examine the Canon 70D vs Sigma SD9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the 70D and the SD9.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 70D and SD9 is 59 and 54 respectively.
Canon 70D vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 70D and SD9.
As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon 70D to offer you greater detail using its extra 17MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The newer 70D will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon 70D vs Sigma SD9 Specifications
Canon EOS 70D | Sigma SD9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sigma |
Model type | Canon EOS 70D | Sigma SD9 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2013-10-31 | 2002-11-26 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 337.5mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 3 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 2268 x 1512 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 19 | - |
Cross type focus points | 19 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Sigma SA |
Available lenses | 326 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 1.8 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 130 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Clear View II TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 98% | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 755 gr (1.66 lb) | 950 gr (2.09 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 104 x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 68 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 926 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 920 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LP-E6 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $758 | $3,001 |