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Canon EOS C70
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Canon EOS C70

The Canon EOS C70 represents a significant milestone within Canon's Cinema EOS lineup by introducing the versatile RF mount to a compact professional cinema form factor for the very first time. Powered by an advanced Super 35mm Dual Gain Output (DGO) CMOS sensor and the robust DIGIC DV 7 image processor, the Canon EOS C70 captures more than 16 stops of dynamic range while recording internal DCI 4K at up to 120 frames per second in Cinema RAW Light and 10-bit 4:2:2 XF-AVC formats. Its chassis seamlessly bridges handheld mirrorless ergonomics with dedicated cinema hardware, integrating motorized internal ND filters providing up to ten stops of density, an isolated active cooling duct, and a fully articulating high-resolution LCD touchscreen.

From a creative standpoint, the primary value of the Canon EOS C70 lies in its exceptional low-light latitude, acclaimed cinematic color science, and rapid operational turnaround without requiring cumbersome support rigs. Canon's proven Dual Pixel CMOS AF with EOS iTR AF X head and eye detection ensures pinpoint continuous autofocus tracking even at ultra-wide apertures, while native RF mount compatibility and specialized EF adapters provide unmatched optical versatility. Featuring Canon Log 2 and Canon Log 3 profiles along with coordinated 5-axis electronic image stabilization, the Canon EOS C70 delivers pliable, pristine footage that intercuts seamlessly with high-end digital cinema cameras in modern post-production color pipelines.

Engineered for solo filmmakers, dynamic documentarians, commercial video creators, and mobile broadcast crews, the Canon EOS C70 excels equally on motorized gimbals, compact aerial rigs, and handheld documentary configurations. Dual UHS-II SD card slots supporting simultaneous and relay recording, combined with professional Mini XLR audio inputs and full-size HDMI output, firmly establish the Canon EOS C70 as a dependable, highly versatile production workhorse built to tackle demanding professional video assignments.

  • Announcement Date: Sep 24, 2020
  • Year: 2020
  • Video modes: DCI 4K up to 120p, 2K/FHD up to 180p, Cinema RAW Light, XF-AVC 4:2:2 10-bit
  • Screen resolution: 2.76M dots
  • Screen size: 3.5 inches
  • Low Pass Filter: No optical low-pass filter
  • Sensor type: CMOS
  • Sensor format: APS-C
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Specifications

Year 2020
Sensor 8.8 MP · APS-C
Mount Canon RF
IBIS No
Weight 1170 g
Launch Price USD 5,499
Current Price USD 3,699 (Oct/2026)
General
Brand
Canon
Line or model
EOS C70
Suggested RAW software
NDPix Photo Editor Suggested software for RAW processing, photo editing, and workflow optimization.
Sensor
Effective megapixels
8.85 Effective megapixels: usable sensor resolution for images.
Sensor type
CMOS Sensor technology (for example, CMOS, CCD).
Processor
DIGIC DV 7
Low pass filter
No optical low-pass filter Optical low‑pass filter that reduces moiré and aliasing.
ISO range
ISO 100 to 102,400 Range of ISO values available on the camera.
Body
Body type
Cinema camera
Body classification
Cinema
Body dimensions
160.0 × 130.2 × 115.9 mm Physical body dimensions (width × height × depth), usually in mm.
Weather sealing
Weather sealing against dust and moisture.
Viewfinder
No built-in viewfinder Viewfinder type (optical or electronic) for composition.
Display
Screen size
3.5 inches Physical size of the screen; measured by the visible diagonal in inches.
Screen resolution
2.76M dots Number of pixels shown on the screen (width × height).
Touch screen
Indicates whether the screen supports touch for menus or focus.
Screen articulation
Fully articulating Screen articulation type (tilting, fully‑articulated, etc.).
Video
Video modes
DCI 4K up to 120p, 2K/FHD up to 180p, Cinema RAW Light, XF-AVC 4:2:2 10-bit Available combinations of resolution and frames per second (FPS) for video recording.
4K max FPS
120 Maximum frames per second at 4K.
FHD max FPS
180 Maximum frames per second in Full HD.
Connectivity
Wireless connectivity
No built-in Wi-Fi/Bluetooth (optional USB adapter) Wireless features available (Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi).
Additional info
Storage media
2× SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots (UHS-II compatible) Card/storage media formats supported by the camera.
Battery type
Canon BP-A30 / BP-A60 rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack Battery type/model used by the camera.
Launch price
USD 5,499 In 2020, it is the manufacturer’s suggested price at release.
Current price
USD 3,699 It is the approximate market value (used or new) as of Oct/2026.
Mount
Canon RF Lens mount type supported by the camera. If L-Mount Alliance appears, it means the camera uses Leica L mount shared across alliance brands.

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