Canon 70D vs Sony A700

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon 70D vs Sony A700, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 70D (20MP) and A700 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The 70D was revealed 5 years later than the A700 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 70D matches up versus the A700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 70D and Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The full galleries are provided at Canon 70D Gallery and Sony A700 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon 70D offers outer measurements of 139mm x 104mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) while the Sony A700 has sizing of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 70D vs Sony A700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the 70D vs the A700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 70D and A700 is 59 and 58 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 70D and A700.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon 70D to result in greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent 70D is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.