Canon EOS 70D - Still Picture Quality, Peter's Impressions and Opinion of the 70D
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Peter's Canon 70D still picture and video quality impressions.
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Shot with the Canon 70D with 18-135mm kit lens, Nikon D800E with 24mm G lens.
Sound - external Rode Mic thru a Juicedlink 333 diret into the Canon 70D
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Hi Peter, I started to watch your videos recently since I purchased a Canon 70D two days ago. I found you via the search box here on RUclips by typing in "Canon 70D tutorial." I like the info that you share with us. I'm subscribing to your channel today :-)
You have some great reviews! Very informative and to the point. Subscribed!
jose mata Thanks for the encouragement!!!
Very nice video, Peter! I too own a 70D. After too much of initial confusions with 60D/70D, I decided to shell out the extra money on 70D and it is worth each penny I would say..Amazing focus system.
Btw, you have mentioned 18-35mm STM in the final part of your video ;) I think it should be 18-135 mm
i just got a used one,and really love the ease of use,mostely the video autofocus,never had something like that,soo cool to know to be in focus,mostely as a one man band shooter
The problem is this - when shooting raw the software on the computer will use the default settings assigned to that camera. For ex, Lightroom will not use the camera settings but the default settings for the 7D every time it import pictures into the program. You have to correct the problem IN LIGHTROOM not the camera. Then set LR to default to your settings and not the settings it is using now. There quite a bit more to it, but this will send you in the right direction.
I agree with your apples and oranges point, but none of the others. Different positions, vastly different lenses one super high grade and the other low grade, different ISOs, different DOF, different lighting FOV. F/1.4 verses F/3.5. The GH3 sensor, smaller than both of these puts out even better video than both. The "look" the crop/full frame camera puts out is a direct result of the photographers skill and not the sensor size. Many people have that part wrong.
I love your personality. I am really enjoying your channel.
Thanks for the comment :)
The camera setting need to be on JPG LARGE. Get your instruction book and read how to set the camera to different size images and picture quality. That is where you will find how to change those settings. Also read how to use the Q or Quick Menu - there is a Q button on the back of the camera. It is another way to quickly see what the settings are and at what size image you are shooting. Sounds like you have a little bit of reading to do :)
Thanks for your nice comment :)
Peter, I just love love your reviews. You are the best! )
hi peter, your reviews helped me to buy a d7100, i do not do video in any way and i am in love with the nikon, its a fantastic camera. your videos are very informative and importantly you are fun, love your videos
Great review thank you!just got this camera today!!!
The 70D excels at video use and the image is still at pro levels but not full frame. I would definitely select the 70D.
There is a lot of people who don't like DXO. I explain how I use it. That's fair game whether you like it or don't like it.
I just bought canon 70d ...amazing focus sistem for video.I like it. I've been waiting long time Canon realese Hybrid focus
Excellent video
I will try that thanks Peter.
You have reason Canon 70D is AMAZING for still pictures !!! . The exposures, that is the "secret".
I have been wanting to buy a DLSR camera for a long time now. My father and uncle are into photography. Well to get down to the point I ran across your video comparing the tow at taking video's and to me the canon looks a lot clearer.
Thank you for your informative videos, much appreciated
Thanks Peter! I wanted to stick with Nikon so bad! But your explanation of the video quality of Canon sold it for me! By the way, you're absolutely hilarious! :)
Focus aside(clearly), to the trained eye, image quality with the d800 is so far ahead it clearly points out what DXO mark idicates. Especially considering that this even stands out on youtube video.
Great video. FYI I use a Canon XM2 video camera (Standard Def) - I always wondered why they couldn't use or redesign a chip for the dslr. That video camera excels at auto focus and auto white balance. It uses mini DV tape. As I would like to replace my Canon 20D I thought this 70D would fit the bill but I might just wait for the 7D?? for h'phone and twin card.
Thank you for your particularized review of the Canon 70d. I already have the Canon 550d an I will do "my next step" with the new 70d from Cnanon tomarrow ; D !!
The auto-focus on the SLT is not as good as the 70D, in my opinion of course. Others may have a different point of view. The SLT focus design is harsh and too quick to look natural and it makes it pretty abrupt. The 70D was tuned in to make it look like a pro focuser person from Hollywood was running the camera for you. It has a "look" to it and I think that is what is causing a heck of a lot of commotion over this camera. It isn't perfect, not trying to make it the holy grail, but it is GOOD.
nice light work!
Thanks Peter! I'm coming from a Lumix GH1 that I bought to do both video and stills with an emphasis on video. I really like it but I'm not crazy about the photographs it takes. Even with a great lens the results are hit or miss. Your review was very helpful. Keep up the good work!
Very good content, thank you. Subscribed.
You have a wonderful style of communication, entertaining and informative. I have the 70D with 18-135 kit lens & a 40mm STM. I also have a Canon SX50 HS the last upgrade from pervious bridge cameras before taking the DSLR plunge to raise the quality of video & especially stills/portraits of growing grandchildren. What other lenses would you think essential for portraits & landscapes to consider in the future. I am retired & travel a lot so the SX50 HS should cope with the tele end? Thanks, Steve
3:15 - Mentioning DxO mark almost had me close the video right there and then. Gotta check if you used better glass, there's supposed to be focusing issues with the center spot at bigger apertures.
While watching your video and keeping a close eye on how the cameras switch from one to another as you talk I notice that the Canon D70 has a much better focus than that of the Nikon ____ (what ever!)
You stated that the website that rates the two cameras you were currently using rated the NIKON wayyy upwards to #1 whereas the Canon almost fell out of the bottom of the ratings... I don't think that who ever rated the two paid much attention to the focusing of the Canon vs. the Nikon. Just a simple observation.
I love your reviews... informative, critical and entertaining... thanks so much!
... by the way, play us some guitar. ;)
great review
You can get the 70d on pre holiday sale now on www.photolg.com/canoneos70d
Would have been good to see a comparison video where the lenses are of equal quality, I know the 70D is great value for money, probably going to get one very soon but can't help but love the image that the D800 produces but its got a better sensor and a better lens and its quite a bit more expensive. ta
Great camera for video as you say, HOWEVER for stills, there are issues with the centre focus point when using the viewfinder with a lens at an aperture of 2.8, 1.8, 1,4. Those images are soft! BUT focus on the same subject with live view and bam! tack sharp! There are quite a number of videos on this problem on RUclips but Canon doesn't seem to acknowledge it exists! When using apertures above 2.8 no problem!
your idea of dxomark iso ratings sort of work for me aswell. mine is a 2011 24mp sensor on a slt rated at 712, up to 1600 is great for prints. 3200 I hardly use, but i guess it would be useful for personal use
For that type of smooth focus, did you use af servo? I don't understand that mode. Great content!!!
Hey Peter absolutely love your videos, especially on the Canon 70D which I own and enjoy shooting with. Forgive me if this is not the right place to ask this question but... Im having a very frustrating and time consuming problem with my 70D, maybe you've come across this as well and have figured out an easy way to fix this "problem". Ok here goes I shoot in RAW on the camera the pics look fantastic once I upload it to my computer several of my photo apps load it with a magenta hue over the pic.
Peter, excellent video. Thank you!. Please, tell me if Canon 70D has overheating issues and how long it records video (sorry about my bad english). Best regards!
Thanks
Shot in RAW and exported using Lightroom 5
Your statement is misleading. You may not like Canon, or you may have been expecting something you didn't get. But Moving up to a 20+ megapixel sensor plus putting an extra load at each pixel site and then it still taking a step forward in high ISO ability and low ISO clarity cannot be considered "not improved".
You sound like you wanted Canon to focus on an aspect you wanted, probably dynamic range, and it didn't happen. Sensors will need a complete redesign before anything major will change.
Is it just me or does the video from the 70D seem to suffer from horrible compression blur compared to the D800? I've seen it on several videos... such a damn shame.. :(
"better" lense on D800...
I'm not convinced.. But let's hope so, because I just ordered a 70D. :D
Spliffan I think it's fair to say a MUCH better lens on the Nikon D800E. I was concerned about the softness as well - because (with the exception of the auto-focus) the footage from the D800E is beautiful. It's a $2,000 prime lens versus a $550 kit zoom. No contest. I hope you're enjoying your 70D!
James Jordan Aah ok, that makes sense. The video quality I get from my 70D with my Sigma lens isn't the best in the world, but it sure does the trick for me. Now I just have to get one of those STM lenses for that awesomely quiet auto focus. Oh and yeah, I fucking love this camera. :)
Neumah your cámara did not come with the stm lense? i bought mine with the kit lense 18 - 135 stm. if you do not have one, get one right away. the silent focusing is incredible and the video picture is not bad at all. i just turn on the cámara, and it does all the work. no need to focus...it does a pretty good job doing everthing by itself.
at 15:14 the focus seems to follow your hand when you move it then back to your face, was that auto focus system or something in post?
I love to shoot wildlife how good is the 70d for getting great still shoots
I was debating Canon 6D or this 70D which only like $350 different in body. Which would be best for me for 50/50 photo/video usage.
As an upgrade to a T3i, would you recommend this 70D or a 1D Mark III? I can get them for very similar prices. I can verify that this 1D has no focussing issues. I don't really care about the horrible LCD on the 1D either. I have a XSi also so I know what it looks like.
Very helpful video Peter :) Thank you for such nice reviews .
Before few days i had a look at DXOMark to compare between the 70D and D7100 and i had me disappointed when i saw how they rate the 70D (which i bought recently).
Keep doing such useful videos
BIG BIG BIG THUMP UP
MC Haddad Don't let the DXO report make you feel disappointed. The DXO Mark numbers tell you WHEN the image starts its degradation, but not how FAST it takes to slide downwards. So the 70D and most of the Canon cameras actually have a very slow rate of degradation meaning the quality falls off at a slower rate. That is the weak point of the DXO Mark numbers and people feel they have a poor performing camera when it isn't true. You need to know the info from DXO Mark, but it must be combined with the test sites you see online where you can actually compare ISO against ISO of different cameras.
For mainly video use, would you recommend the GH3 over the 70D?
hi Peter... i like the way u r recommending 70D for diff reasons... so many crappy reviews on youtube making us confused...
Thank you!!
Hi sir awesome explanation with interesting expressions.. wat abt canon EF 50mm F1.8 II Lens.. wont it do soft focus while video shoot? only we shud use STM Lenes ?
The Nikon D800 picture quality is much much better, but that's to be expected with 35mm.
Sure, auto focus in video is better on the Canon. Having said that, its apples and oranges.
PeterGregg 2015 update, what about the Canon 70D vs Nikon D5500? I prefer Canon cameras generally but cant find a Canon that amazes me. The 70D just falls short a bit because i mainly take stills.
+rocklobster112 nikon d7200
Hello Peter. How is the still picture quality on that Lumix gh3 you showed in the video?
Hi, which lense would you recommend for 70D if i would to buy it without the kit lense. I am an amature videographer . thanks
Camera settings have been restored to factory settings and same thing happens.
I have updated the codecs on windows 7 and all my software are up to date as far as Raw is concerned. This does not happen if I use the provided canon software as I have read on forums. I have to convert the picture to say DNG or TIFF before I edit the pics in order to get rid of the hue or else it will also print on the final picture. Completely horrible and a huge step backwards. Any information on how to correct this without jumping through hoops would be greatly appreciated.
Hey Peter!
I have a Nikon D7000. When I got it I didn't know as much about cameras as I do now. I am sort of dissapointed in the low light video of the nikon because I always have alot of noise in my shots. I am thinking about selling it and buying the canon 70d but I have a few questions. First, how is the image quality of the 70d versus the d7000. And if I buy the canon is it a downgrade or an upgrade. I like photography but I really love making videos, and since I don't have a crew I think the moving screen will help me for checking my shots. I just want to make sure im not making a mistake. Thanks!
all your settings are manually ? or P mode ?
Did you do any shots at 25,600 or 12,800 ISO
Pete would you upgrade from the 60D?
Hey Peter, thank you for this helpful video.But could you please help me? I got a Canon 70D but I don't like the resolution on photos. When I zoom the photos on my PC I see the pixels coming very soon(sorry my English is not good lol) I'm sure you know what I mean. Oh I didn't tell you that I'm a beginner & I need a helpful and short advice for my settings for shooting a photo. I know it depends on so many things. What I'm asking is "How to get a high resolution photos" please help me :)
Thnxxxx
how does the live view auto focus compares with sony slts?
Bread isn't the best subject if you are checking for grain.
You could mention Sony slt's have even better AF for video.
is it possible u to review on sony a 6300...pl
super
Hi Peter, I want to know which camera you suggest me, Canon EOS 6D or Canon Eos 70D. I will most of all shoots photos inside. Canon 6D is full format camera and without flash but Canon 70d has internal flash and maybe will helps in poor lighting places. I am not interested in so much video recording but I know that this camera (canon 70D) is amazing in video recording.
If you are shooting professionally, always go for the best camera available. If you are going to compromise (as we all do) then choose a camera based on features or abilities that you are not willing to give up. The 2 cameras you mentioned are different enough and have a big enough difference in the final look of the images that I can't tell you to choose one over the other because "I like the camera". It is much more about how you like the images it makes. Personally I would choose the 70D, but at my age and experience level, I can make most cameras do what I want them to do. On a non-professional level, I would be happy with either camera for your purposes. For fun video stuff though, I would much prefer the 70D in my family and friends settings. The features on the 70D though, WILL be coming to the other models of Canon cameras as they update them.
for nightshot, events, birthday shats, photos of models (photo books) mainly, what is the best, 70D or D7100?
Marco Paulo Blascke Piovezan D7100 is better in low light for pictures. For video, if you want it to act like a camcorder, then the 70D.
I shoot 75% videos. Im looking for a great SLR camera that has touch on screen focus. I heard that was the way to go now a days? . Do I really need that or is this 70D a good SLR camera for great video. thanks!
I use the 70D as one of my video cameras and it also does excellent as a still photography camera. I have no regrets recommending this camera to anyone.
peter an i ask a question pls bcuz i'm annoyed what dslr i would love to buy, i love shooting portraits in outdoors or indoors and also event i love sharp photos and crisp whicj is the best for that for modeling ans still shots is it nikon 7100 or canon 70d is good for that plse reply asap. ? :(
I do outside photography, family portraits ETC, which camera would be best for me, Canon 70D or Nikon D7100?
Thanks for you're opinion.
By golly, I have a video just for that question :) Seriously, look just 1 or 2 videos back on my Peter Gregg channel and you will see exactly that topic !!!
PeterGregg Thank you for the reply, I will go watch that video.
Glad I came across you're channel :-)
I looked it up, it is the first video before this one :)
Since it is a crop camera, could you command if this camera is good with landscape?
Yes, the 70D is top of the line and excellent with landscapes. If you are going to do mostly landscapes, also look into the Nikon D7100 if you are able to purchase outside the Canon system. it has no AA filter and will yield sharper results with less sharpening.
PeterGregg Thanks! But, if I like both landscapes and birding, what would be your best choice?
Hello Peter, can you help me please.
I bought 70D. Very happy about it, the only thing is that when I am copying photos from card to my computer, after that when sd card is put back to camera, I can`t view some of them in a camera, It is written "cannot playback image". I thought problem is in sd card, but with other cards still the same. Photos are still on a card, camera just not displaying them. What could it be?
Denis Den I can only guess. i would say a file, or some files the camera needs to be able to read the card are gone. They are getting deleted somehow. Look at the card before you do anything, and then after you are done. See if some files are missing.
Tank you for reply :)
The focus hunting of the Nikon is unacceptable for video.
Damn right bull hockey!!!!!!
you would like pumpernickel
ANYBODY!
If you have time I have a QUICK couple of questions.
I am looking to purchase a camera.
I wanted to know which one would be the best option out of
the Cannon 70D
the Panasonic GH4
the or the cannon 6D
( if there is another option you suggest within those price ranges Im all ears...or eyes since we're messaging lol)
but my main priorities are to shoot high quality movies for youtube and serious film fest. I do also do photography for weddings and senior pictures for high school graduates etc
I also do a lot of shooting by myself and shoot scenes with the camera on a tripod..
another dilemma is the amount of lens choices I would have if I bought the GH4 compared to the Cannon Camera's. is there a big difference would I get my money's worth and be satisfied with the amount of lenses with the GH4 or should I just go with the 6D or 70D?
Please help. Which would be the best video quality with photo quality and best over all camera for my interest?
Thank you for your time.
hi Joshua... if you are getting into video, i would suggest the 70D. I have one. As you saw in this video, the autofocus on the canon is incredible...you can select face tracking and when your subject moves, it will autofocus on the face. No other camera does this as well as the canon. all other dslrs, you have to manually focus and it is a bitch. I also have a canon t3i and it is pain to shoot video with...if your subject moves forward just a tad, you have to focus. apart from the video, it takes really good pictures. so you pretty much have a powerhorse at your hands. good luck!
+usachef100 I have a t3i as well, the 70d us much better.
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+usachef100 does the 70d take great images as well? Im into video but also photography
This news is very disappointing because now I know Nikon is going to copy canon auto focus system mark my words
Hey Peter i am new as a film maker and i have watching your videos on youtube and was wondering would you be kind enough to make some giveaway contests where we can participate to win amazing DSLR cameras.....if you are kind enough give me one of your dslr's as people like me cant afford such high prices to fullfill their dreams
Nazakat Khan Thanks for your comments :) I am glad you enjoy the videos. I would look for organizations in your part of the country (world) where they support the arts and see how they are interacting with the local artists in terms of support. I do that in my local area, and your area should have something like that also!
You are so cute
70d focusing for wildlife of birds is terrible,, 40d was better
You got a lemon i would say