Fujifilm X-A7 vs Canon EOS 70D
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A7 and Canon EOS 70D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-A7 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Canon EOS 70D is from Canon. Both Fujifilm and Canon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-A7 were released 2019 and Canon EOS 70D was released 2013. That is a 6 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-A7 | 2019 |
Canon EOS 70D | 2013 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-A7 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS 70D is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-A7 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Canon EOS 70D has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Fujifilm X-A7 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS 70D | 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:
Resolution
Fujifilm X-A7 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 70D has 20,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-A7 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS 70D |
20,2 MP
19961856 pixels 5472 x 3648 |
Fujifilm X-A7 has a 20 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 70D. 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 |
Fujifilm X-A7 | 100-12800 |
Canon EOS 70D | 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.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-A7
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 70D
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-A7 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 70D can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-A7 | 6 |
Canon EOS 70D | 7 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-A7 and Canon EOS 70D 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 136% heavier than Fujifilm X-A7 and its 320 gr (or 0.71 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-A7 | 320 gr 0.71 lb |
Canon EOS 70D | 755 gr 1.66 lb |
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Canon EOS 70D Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A7 and Canon EOS 70D, 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 |
Fujifilm X-A7 |
Canon EOS 70D |
Name | Fujifilm X-A7 | Canon EOS 70D |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-A7 |
Canon EOS 70D |
Release Year | 2019 | 2013 |
Release Date | 2019-09-12 | 2013-07-02 |
MSRP | 699 USD | 1199 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-A7 |
Canon EOS 70D |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-A7 |
Canon EOS 70D |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 5472 x 3648 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 20,2 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 5+ | |
Image |
Fujifilm X-A7 |
Canon EOS 70D |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-A7 |
Canon EOS 70D |
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 Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 19 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 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 |
Fujifilm X-A7 |
Canon EOS 70D |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3.5” | 3” |
Screen dots | 2760000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | Clear View II TFT color LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | No Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 98% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | 0 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-A7 |
Canon EOS 70D |
Frames per second | 6 fps | 7 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 4 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-A7 |
Canon EOS 70D |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-A7 |
Canon EOS 70D |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-A7 |
Canon EOS 70D |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.2) |
Yes |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) |
Yes (RS-60E3 cable release, RC-6 wireless remote, or using smartphone over Wi-Fi)
|
GPS | No |
Yes Optional through GP-E2 |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-A7 |
Canon EOS 70D |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion LP-E6 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 270 shots | 920 shots |
Width | 119 mm | 139 mm |
Height | 38 mm | 104 mm |
Depth | 41 mm | 79 mm |
Weight | 320 gram | 755 gram |