Datasheet

Advanced autofocus with 19 cross-type
AF points and Dual Pixel CMOS AF
Track fast-moving subjects accurately and
customise the EOS 70D’s focusing system to
match your subject. Shoot with 19 autofocus
points spread out over the frame in a
wide-area pattern. Each point is a cross-type
sensor, even when used with lenses having
an f/5.6 maximum aperture.
Cross-type focus points are sensitive
to both horizontal and vertical lines.
They offer faster, more accurate initial focus
acquisition as well as improved tracking of
moving objects, whatever you are shooting
and whichever orientation you hold the
camera in. The centre focus point is a
diagonal cross-type when used with lenses
having a maximum aperture of f/2.8
or wider, making it even more sensitive.
The EOS 70D’s 19 autofocus points can be
used individually, together in small groups
or as an active area, where the closest object
to the camera is used to obtain accurate
focus. A dedicated AF area selection button,
positioned conveniently next to the shutter
release, allows fast switching between these
modes, with the camera still at your eye.
This is useful, for example, if a static subject
suddenly starts to move. Simply switch from
single-point AF to a 19-point wide area
pattern that tracks the subject as it moves
about the frame.
Different focus-point selections and focus
modes can be made for upright and
horizontal camera orientations – useful
when swapping between shooting positions
while photographing the same subject.
When shooting using the Vari-angle screen,
rather than the camera’s viewfinder, Canon’s
powerful Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology
establishes focus quickly and accurately
– providing a reliable and swift autofocus
system when working in Live View mode.
High performance
shooting
Manual selection: single point
Any of the 19 points can
be selected individually
Electronic level
All 19 AF points are sensitive
cross type points and are spread
across the frame
Manual selection: zone AF
Restricts automatic selection of
AF points to a user selected zone
Auto selection
Closest object to the camera is
used to obtain accurate focus
AF selection methodsCross-type focus points
Intelligent Viewfinder
A transmissive LCD superimposes information on the EOS 70D’s large,
bright viewfinder, including the currently active focus points, an optional
gridline overlay and an electronic level, which helps keep horizons
straight. 98 per cent viewfinder coverage, 0.95x magnification and a
22mm eye point gives a relaxed and comfortable viewing experience.
To help keep track of the camera’s settings, an electronic display underneath
the main viewing area shows shutter speed, aperture and ISO as well as
other information like exposure compensation and battery status.
Level
horizon
Tilted
horizon
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