Canon EOS 70D vs Canon EOS M
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 70D and Canon EOS M. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS 70D were released 2013 and Canon EOS M was released 2012. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 70D | 2013 |
Canon EOS M | 2012 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS 70D is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS M is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Canon APS-C") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Neither of the cameras has a Full frame sensor which means that you will get a "crop factor" where the camera's sensor size affect the focal length with a multiplier.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 70D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Canon EOS M | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 70D has a 20,2 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS M has 18 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 70D |
20,2 MP
19961856 pixels 5472 x 3648 |
Canon EOS M |
18 MP
17915904 pixels 5184 x 3456 |
Canon EOS 70D has a 11 % larger resolution than Canon EOS M. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 70D | 100-12800 |
Canon EOS M | 100-12800 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS M belongs to the Canon EOS M-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS M
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 70D
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS M
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 70D can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS M can shoot up to 4,3 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 70D | 7 |
Canon EOS M | 4,3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS 70D and Canon EOS M can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 70D weighs 755 gr (equal to 1.66 lb) which is 153% heavier than Canon EOS M and its 298 gr (or 0.66 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 70D | 755 gr 1.66 lb |
Canon EOS M | 298 gr 0.66 lb |
Canon EOS 70D vs Canon EOS M Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 70D and Canon EOS M, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 70D |
Canon EOS M |
Name | Canon EOS 70D | Canon EOS M |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 70D |
Canon EOS M |
Release Year | 2013 | 2012 |
Release Date | 2013-07-02 | 2012-07-23 |
MSRP | 1199 USD | 799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 70D |
Canon EOS M |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 70D |
Canon EOS M |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 5472 x 3648 pixels | 5184 x 3456 pixels |
Megapixels | 20,2 MP | 18 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 5+ | DIGIC 5 |
Image |
Canon EOS 70D |
Canon EOS M |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 70D |
Canon EOS M |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 19 | 31 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF-M See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 70D |
Canon EOS M |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | Clear View II TFT color LCD | Clear View II TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | No Viewfinder |
Viewfinder Coverage | 98% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 70D |
Canon EOS M |
Frames per second | 7 fps | 4,3 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 70D |
Canon EOS M |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 70D |
Canon EOS M |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 70D |
Canon EOS M |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control |
Yes (RS-60E3 cable release, RC-6 wireless remote, or using smartphone over Wi-Fi)
|
No |
GPS |
Yes Optional through GP-E2 |
Yes Optional via GP-E2 |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 70D |
Canon EOS M |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion LP-E6 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion LP-E12 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 920 shots | 230 shots |
Width | 139 mm | 109 mm |
Height | 104 mm | 66 mm |
Depth | 79 mm | 32 mm |
Weight | 755 gram | 298 gram |