Canon EOS Kiss X70 vs Canon EOS Rebel T5i

This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss X70 and Canon EOS Rebel T5i. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

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.

** 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

Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Canon EOS Kiss X70 has a 18 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Rebel T5i has 18 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

ISO range

Canon EOS Rebel T5i has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Kiss X70. Canon EOS Rebel T5i has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Canon EOS Kiss X70 has 100 to 6400.

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.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss X70
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Rebel T5i

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Kiss X70 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Rebel T5i can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Canon EOS Kiss X70 and Canon EOS Rebel T5i 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 Rebel T5i weighs 580 gr (equal to 1.28 lb) which is 21% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss X70 and its 480 gr (or 1.06 lb).

Canon EOS Kiss X70 vs Canon EOS Rebel T5i Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss X70 and Canon EOS Rebel T5i, 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 Kiss X70	Canon EOS Rebel T5i
Name	Canon EOS Kiss X70	Canon EOS Rebel T5i
Manufacturer	Canon	Canon
Release Date and Price	Canon EOS Kiss X70	Canon EOS Rebel T5i
Release Year	2014	2013
Release Date	2014-02-12	2013-03-21
MSRP	549 USD	899 USD
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Camera Type	Canon EOS Kiss X70	Canon EOS Rebel T5i
Camera Type	DSLR	DSLR
Sensor	Canon EOS Kiss X70	Canon EOS Rebel T5i
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	5184 x 3456 pixels	5184 x 3456 pixels
Megapixels	18 MP	18 MP
Image Processor	DIGIC 4	DIGIC 5
Image	Canon EOS Kiss X70	Canon EOS Rebel T5i
ISO Range	100 - 6400	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 Kiss X70	Canon EOS Rebel T5i
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	9	9
Lens Mount	Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses	Canon EF Canon EF-S 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 Kiss X70	Canon EOS Rebel T5i
Articulated LCD	Fixed	Fully articulated
Screen size	3”	3”
Screen dots	460000	1040000
Touch screen	No	Yes
Screen type	TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor	Clear View II TFT LCD
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentamirror)	Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage	95%	95%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.)	0.85× (0.53× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	0
Photography features	Canon EOS Kiss X70	Canon EOS Rebel T5i
Frames per second	3 fps	5 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash	Yes	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	9 meters	13 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	Yes
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Partial	Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features	Canon EOS Kiss X70	Canon EOS Rebel T5i
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	H.264	Motion JPEG H.264
Video resolution	1920 x 1080	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone	Yes	Yes
Built-in Speakers	Yes	Yes
Storage	Canon EOS Kiss X70	Canon EOS Rebel T5i
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Canon EOS Kiss X70	Canon EOS Rebel T5i
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	No	Yes
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	No	Yes Eye-Fi Connected
Remote Control	Yes (E3 connector)	Yes (RC-6 connector)
GPS	No	Yes Optional via Canon GP-E2 GPS Reciever
Body & Dimensions	Canon EOS Kiss X70	Canon EOS Rebel T5i
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	Lithium-Ion LP-E10 rechargeable battery & charger	Lithium-Ion LP-E8 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	500 shots	440 shots
Width	130 mm	133 mm
Height	100 mm	100 mm
Depth	78 mm	79 mm
Weight	480 gram	580 gram