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Today after noon, I have worked for two hours and turned off the camera at location. On the way home i have turned on the Camera, but back LCD stopped working. Able to boot the camera and took couple of pictures without back LCD working.

1. Turned on the Camera, Took the battery and SD card out of the camera. After 5 min, I have kept the battery and SD card into the camera and turned on: LCD not working. Able to take pictures.

1.) Press the "INFO" button on the back of the camera. Press it repeatedly and it should cycle through the different modes. One of the modes is actually "LCD OFF", so that could be the culprit.

2.) Also make sure that the rubber "eyecup" padding has not slid up 1/4 inch and covered the "display off sensor" that turns the display off when you put your face up to the camera. If that rubber eye pad (or dirt or makeup or your thumb or anything else) is covering the sensor, then the display would turn off thinking you have the camera up to your face.

The long-awaited Canon 70D comes packed with a groundbreaking new technology -- Canon"s Dual Pixel CMOS AF system -- that provides on-chip phase detection autofocus at every single pixel. That means a DSLR can finally record video with full-time continuous AF that"s truly camcorder-like, with smooth racking and exceptional subject tracking. And it improves Live View AF to the point where using the LCD monitor feels almost as fast as traditional viewfinder shooting. The 70D also gets an upgrade to 20.2 megapixels of resolution, as well as compelling Wi-Fi features that include remote image capture with full exposure controls. The camera may not wow enthusiasts looking for significantly better still image quality, but the Canon 70D marks a serious step up for photographers wanting pro-level video performance and quality.

Dual Pixel CMOS AF delivers full-time continuous autofocus (with phase detect at every pixel in framing area) for video and Live View still shooting; Full HD (1080p) video recording with pro-level features and quality; Improved resolution and good high ISO performance; Excellent Wi-Fi remote shooting with full exposure controls; 3-inch articulating LCD touchscreen.

Image quality only improved slightly over 60D; Dynamic range still lags behind competing models; May not feature enough upgrades to convince people to step up from 60D.

Available since September 2013, the Canon EOS 70D is priced at around US$1,200 body-only. Two kit bundles are offered: one with the 18-55mm STM lens for US$1,350, and another with the 18-135mm STM lens for US$1,550. A dedicated 70D battery grip is also available for US$270.

The Canon 70D has been replaced by the Canon 80D, which earned our top pick for Best Intermediate DSLR in our 2016 Camera of the Year awards. The Canon 80D sports a higher-resolution 24MP sensor, a faster processor and a beefed-up 45-point AF system, as well as brings over the excellent Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology from the 70D. For all the details, read our Canon 80D review, or to see how the original 70D stacks up against the new Canon 80D, check out our side-by-side comparison here: Canon 70D vs. Canon 80D.

The Canon 70D (70D bundles and savings) may very well have started a revolution with an innovative autofocus system that"s new not only for Canon DSLRs, but also for the camera industry as a whole. Thanks to its Dual Pixel CMOS AF system, the Canon 70D -- a replacement for the three-year-old 60D -- could change the way you shoot both video and still images.

At the heart of this innovation is the Canon 70D"s image sensor, a 20.2-megapixel APS-C-type CMOS chip that"s been designed to accommodate on-chip phase detection -- but with one huge difference. To date, on-chip phase detect systems have provided but a handful of focus points scattered across the sensor"s surface. With the Canon 70D, almost two-thirds of its surface area at the center of the frame can provide phase-detect AF, and not just at a handful of locations -- we"re talking phase detect at every single pixel.

And unlike typical hybrid systems which use phase detect simply for a ballpark distance and direction to focus, then fine-tune with contrast-detect AF, the Canon 70D"s on-chip phase detect is accurate enough that tuning with contrast detection isn"t necessary. That is huge news for video capture, because it means no more hunting around the point of focus. With the AF bobble gone, full-time video becomes a much more exciting proposition, letting you quickly and smoothly guide your viewers" attention between subjects without distraction.

The new image sensor doesn"t just drive the completely new autofocus system; in addition, its resolution has been increased slightly over the Canon 60D"s. Sensor size is unchanged, but Canon has increased the active imaging area of the sensor slightly, from 22.3 x 14.9mm to 22.5 x 15.0mm. This means that, although pixel pitch has been reduced, the difference isn"t as great as you might otherwise expect. A simultaneous switch to Canon"s new DIGIC 5+ image processor further aims to tame image noise.

The net result is that, according to Canon, the 70D will produce noise levels that are roughly on par with the lower-res 60D for raw shooting. Meanwhile, the company says that JPEG shooters will see a "huge improvement" in image quality. To back up that claim, the ISO sensitivity range has been expanded to encompass everything from ISO 100 to 12,800 equivalents, with the ability to expand sensitivity as high as ISO 25,600 equivalent. Further in our review we"ll see if the camera live up to these promises.

The new image processor also yields a significant increase in burst shooting performance, which is now rated by Canon at a full seven frames per second.

Canon has gifted the EOS 70D with a new body that"s just slightly smaller, while retaining the same side-swiveling LCD monitor, and packing in several new features. These include a touch-panel overlay on the LCD monitor, built-in Wi-Fi wireless networking connectivity, a stereo microphone, and the same Live View control seen on other recent Canon SLRs. And supplementing the new on-chip phase detection system, there"s also a new dedicated autofocus sensor, identical to that used in the EOS 7D.

[Note that in some markets, a variant of the Canon EOS 70D is offered without the aforementioned Wi-Fi wireless networking connectivity. Technically, the Wi-Fi enabled variant is known as the EOS 70D (W), and the variant without Wi-Fi as the EOS 70D (N).]

The Canon EOS 70D"s design clearly shows a strong focus on video. Here, it"s compared to one of the most video-friendly mirrorless cameras, Panasonic"s Lumix DMC-GH3.

As well as all of the hardware changes, Canon has made numerous tweaks to firmware as well. These include the ability to preview creative filter effects before shooting, a new 3x to 10x variable video zoom function, the same video snapshot feature seen in recent Rebel-series cameras, and a choice of both ALL-I and IPB compression schemes for video, along with optional time code.

Walkaround. Although the Canon 70D looks a lot like its predecessor, it does feature a brand-new body design. Let"s take a look at what"s stayed the same, and what"s been changed.

Seen from the front, the Canon 70D is a little less wide than is predecessor. Otherwise, though, the basic dimensions are pretty close to those of the 60D. The arrangement of controls and features on the front of the camera is near-identical. The most significant difference is the absence of the small four-hole microphone port that, on the 60D, sat directly above the model number badge.

Seen from above, the Canon 70D likewise retains an arrangement very much like that of the 60D. As well as the two four-hole ports for the relocated microphone -- now stereo, and straddling the rear of the hot shoe -- there"s a new button between the Shutter button and front dial. This new control is used to select between autofocus area modes. The number of positions on the Mode dial has also been slashed by a third, to just 10.

It"s when you come to the rear of the camera that the changes are more significant. In fact, something of a game of musical chairs has taken place. The Menu and Info buttons have jumped from the top right corner of the LCD monitor, and now sit above its top left corner, instead. With its chair taken, the Delete button has grabbed a spot at the bottom right corner of the display.

The left-hand side of the EOS 70D (as seen from the rear) also shows a few changes. The connectivity available on this side is as it was, but the original single flap covering all of the ports has been split in two, with one half moved slightly behind the other. Microphone / wired remote terminals sit in front of and above the HDMI and combined AV Out / Digital (USB) ports. Above these, the speaker grille is now a nine-hole instead of seven-hole arrangement.

As the years go by, we see camera technology advance by fits and starts. Some developments are a bigger deal than others, but it"s rare that anything really amounts to a true technological breakthrough. However, the Canon 70D"s Dual Pixel CMOS AF system qualifies.

This new AF system is as revolutionary a development as any we can remember seeing since the dawn of the DSLR era itself. By integrating accurate, fully-capable phase-detect autofocus over a majority of the image sensor"s surface, Canon is fundamentally rewriting the book on autofocus.

The Canon 70D delivers phase-detect autofocus across an area that"s fully 80% of the height and width of the sensor, that allowsany area within that region to become a focus point, that can remain operational during video recording, and that will operate at any aperture. It"s a whole new AF ballgame, and one that"s going to shake the DSLR video business to its roots.

Sensor. The story of the Canon EOS 70D begins and ends with its 20.2 megapixel, APS-C CMOS image sensor. It"s absolutely unique, with two photodiodes sitting under a single shared microlens at each pixel location. This, as we"ve described in much more detail further up the page, allows Canon to provide for on-chip phase detection at every pixel location over almost two-thirds of the sensor"s surface area.

Processor. The Canon 70D replaces its predecessor"s DIGIC 4 image processor with a newer DIGIC 5+ variant, first seen in the EOS-1D X professional digital SLR. The new processor allows improvements both in performance, and in image quality.

When Canon announced the 5D Mark II five years ago, it took the video production world by storm. It was the first full-frame DSLR with high-definition video recording capabilities, and was offered at an extremely affordable price compared to other large-sensor video cameras at the time. It wasn"t a slim margin, either: The Canon 5D II was tens of thousands of dollars more affordable, and yet still had a larger sensor than its rivals! However, for the average video shooter or casual consumer, the 5D Mark II and other subsequent HD-DSLRs all lacked a critical feature: full-time continuous autofocus for video.

Now, the Canon 70D isn"t the first Canon DSLR with video autofocus by any means, as most of the brand"s newer models have some form of continuous Live View AF. However, the Canon 70D feels like the first DSLR that does continuous Live View AF properly. Canon"s new Dual Pixel CMOS AF is pretty amazing -- and not just for video. It works great for still photography, too, as I found out during my time putting it through its paces.

I"ve been a Canon user for a few years now and shoot both still photography and video. I started with a 7D, and a while later added a 5D Mark II to the mix. In terms of still photography, I love my 5D Mark II for landscapes and occasional events or portraits, but my 7D has been my go-to still camera for capturing anything fast and tough to shoot, such as sports and wildlife, thanks to its more advanced autofocus and higher speed continuous shooting.

So, the Canon 70D is awesome for video. But how about stills? Does the added resolution help or hinder the 70D compared to its predecessor? Do the Dual Pixel CMOS AF system"s two photodiodes sharing a single microlens at each pixel location impact still image quality? We compare Canon 70D with the Canon 60D, Canon 7D, Olympus OM-D E-M5, Pentax K-5 II and Nikon D7100 to find out how the 70D competes in still image quality. Have a look and let your eyes be the judge!

NOTE: Images are best quality JPEGs straight out of the camera, at default settings including noise reduction. All cameras in this comparison were shot with our very sharp reference lenses.

Image quality on the screen and printed output don"t always mesh. Our print quality analysis gives you a definitive answer to the question: "How large can I print my photos as I push ISO?"

The Canon 70D more than holds its own in the print quality department, delivering sharp, worthwhile images at sizes comparable to its competition all the way up the sensitivity scale. It is worth noting here that one of its primary competitors, the Nikon D7100 (70D vs D7100), does print one size larger at base ISO due in large part to higher resolution and the lack of a low pass filter, but the 70D stays in step for most of the remaining ISOs, and even bests the D7100 at ISO 25,600. The D7100 does better at resolving detail in our difficult red fabric swatch, while the 70D does a better job controlling noise in shadowy areas as ISO rises, so there"s a definite trade-off one direction or another. But for the most part these two challengers deliver comparable image quality other than the difference we mentioned at base ISO.

The Canon 70D ultimately may not have delivered what everyone wanted or expected -- a significant upgrade in still image quality over its predecessor, the 60D -- but instead it ushered in a new technology so unexpected (and useful) that there"s no way we could be disappointed. We love when a camera manufacturer surprises us with a treat like Canon"s Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology. After all, a rare, ground-breaking innovation like this doesn"t come around too often.

What"s even better is that the 70D"s full-time phase detection autofocus system for video and Live View shooting -- with PDAF at every pixel in the AF area -- more than lives up to its promise. We were thoroughly impressed by how quickly and accurately the Dual Pixel CMOS AF operated. For movies, this technology finally puts true camcorder-like performance into an HD-DSLR; it"s been a long time coming. Racking focus between near and far subjects is especially easy and smooth with the 70D"s LCD touchscreen touch-to-focus feature. And when using Live View for still shooting, the advanced autofocusing felt nearly as fast as traditional viewfinder shooting under most scenarios.

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New 20.2-megapixel APS-C Canon CMOS sensor, Dual-Pixel CMOS AF system for Live View and movie modes, Full HD 1080p videos at up to 30fps in ALL-I or IPB, DIGIC 5+ image processor, 7fps burst mode, built-in Wi-Fi.

2. 10/11 FPS burst – Same as the 7DmkII, this is a pretty nice upgrade over the 80D’s 7fps, or any lower level/older model, most of which are 3-6 FPS. I know the newer mirrorless cameras are boasting more than this, some as much as 20FPS, but in all honesty not everyone really needs it. Using an 80D and 5D I haven’t really had trouble getting those stand-out action shots with 7fps. More is usually helpful but not required; 10 FPS should be able to cover almost anything. It’s possible to do 11fps when using the electronic shutter, but you can’t use the OVF while doing it (only possible in live view), and there are likely the usual artifacts/issues with this (rolling shutter). I doubt the 1 extra fps will ever matter, I only mention it for your info.

3. 4K video –In addition to the already useful video functions of the 90D, Canon has finally added 4K to this series of camera. Even better, it is full sensor read out with dual pixel AF! They have also added 120p, but only in FHD and with no sound or AF. Maybe a future firmware update can solve that.

4. 45pt AF system with Face Detection and other improvements – Those that have the 80D, 77D, or T7i will recognize this AF system. The 90D ups the ante by adding face detect AF through the viewfinder, though it seems it is only usable if using the “all points” mode. I’ve not used it much, and I realize it’s not as good as eye AF, but it will find the face and lock onto it, following it automatically without the need for you to recompose. I think it’s mostly going to be good for action shooting. For portraits I think you would be better using a single point to select the eye as your point of focus or to use live view for eye AF. They have also added “Spot AF” as one of the options, which uses a smaller sample area inside the AF box to allow for more precise placement of focus. Also of note, the AF system seems to be faster and more accurate than the previous models. Lastly, If you like to use tele-converters the 90D can still use AF at F8 with 27 AF points, 9 of which will be cross type. This is up from the 80D’s one AF point. It makes this a far more viable option for those that like to use teleconvertors. This is only relevant to teleconvertors though; other lenses behave normally, meaning AF will work all the way to F32.

5. Eye AF – Speaking of eye AF, the 90D has it, but it only works in live view. It also works for video and tracks continuously. I have only tested it for low key portraits and it works well. For action, I would think it is going to be a little too slow to keep up, since you can only use it in live view. I don’t think it was possible to add eye AF to the view finder, since it is not electronic. This is one of the biggest tradeoffs of DSLRs vs mirrorless cameras. I still like my OVF for action, but eye AF and exposure preview in the EVF of mirrorless cameras is starting to look very appealing as the industry continues to improve the overall function of EVF. This is something to consider when looking at this camera. It’s good that it at least has some kind of eye AF, even if not through the OVF.

6. Improved battery life – CIPA rates this to 1300 shots per battery. To be honest CIPA ratings are very conservative. I would bet a battery at full charge would easily clear 1500 to 1800 shots in one charge, maybe more! For video I saw a noticeable increase in battery life over the 80Dl, at least a 30% increase. Note - uses the same battery as the 80D, 77D, 70D, 7DmkII, and most the 5D series!

7. Solid build/weather sealing – Like the 80D, it has an all magnesium alloy body with weather sealing. I would bet the sealing is not any better though, which is to say it might survive if caught in bad weather but isn’t as reliable as higher models (5DmkIV, 1DXmkII). This is something that is hard to judge since there are people that have seen unsealed bodies survive rain and fully sealed bodies die in it. I personally don’t like to risk it. If you get caught in the rain you can probably get to cover, but I wouldn’t push it. Note - shutter is rated to 100,000 actuations.

9. Thumbstick - At last! Canon has finally added a thumbstick to a camera that is under 2K. It is in the same location as you would find on a 7D, 5D, or 1D. However, it’s not as good as those. It basically just emulates the D-pad. Still, it works very well to its better ergonomic placement (where your thumb rest on the back of the camera). I’m already addicted to it. I really can’t stress enough how glad I am they added this feature. It’s missing the selector button seen on other models, so you still have to use the button by the shutter to change AF modes.

10. Bluetooth and WIFI – If you haven’t checked out the Canon camera connect app yet, you should. This allows you to connect your camera strait to your mobile device and use it as a remote. You can also transfer images straight to the mobile device this way too. It’s pretty cool. NFC is gone, but Bluetooth all but replaces NFC anyway.

11. Other stuff –Same battery grip as the 80D/70D. Headphone jack to monitor audio during video recording (the 80D is the only other camera in this class to have this). Control layout is almost identical to 80D, only now with the thumbstick. Can charge through USB. 1/16,000 sec max shutter, but only in electronic shutter (I have not tested this), 1/8000 sec otherwise. Still has the middle hot shoe pin so it can work with 3rd party flash accessories (unlike the T7 and SL3). Clean HDMI output, which I think is also a first for this series. I could just keep going on about the good things in this camera.

Cons. This is here for your information; most is not worth the removal of a star. I will explain why I removed a star if I do. Otherwise it is up to the user to know what they are getting and how to use it.

1. Price – At 1200 USD for just the camera this is an expensive one. There are several other cameras these days that are in this same price range in the mirrorless category, and that is fine if that is what you are looking for. They do have some advantages, the EVF probably being the biggest one. It’s hard to advise one way or another in this case, so see the comparisons at the end.

2. Only one card slot – In my review of the 80D I talked about why it was becoming important for cameras in this class to have 2 card slots. More and more cameras are offering it in the mid-range, making them better choices as event cameras thanks to the redundancy you get from the second card. I mentioned since it wasn’t common at the release of the 80D that it wasn’t worth a star, but if the 90D didn’t have 2 slots that it would cost it a star. So, 1 star off for only having one card slot. The lack of a second card slot is starting to matter in a world where more and more cameras have it in this price class. Nikon and Canon both are guilty of this, while Sony and Fujifilm are putting 2 slots in most of their midrange cameras. All cameras priced 1000 USD or more should have some form of a second slot these days, and I can’t overlook this on the 90D. 1 star off, for no second slot.

3. Buffer is disappointing – With the faster burst and support for UHS-II cards I was expecting a better buffer depth. Shooting full res RAW I can shoot 24 shots before hitting the brick wall using a UHS-II card with 260mbps write speed. I can get 22 from a UHS-I card with 90mbps. Almost three times as fast and I only gain 2 shots? I would guess that at least part of the problem here is the larger file size as the result of the 32mp sensor, but I still think that I should be getting a lot more frames from the UHS-II card. If using the C-RAW file type, Canon’s fairly new compressed RAW format, you can push it to 60 frames, which is pretty good as long as you don’t mind a little compression (I do, but you might not). Oddly, I was able to get that from both the UHS-I and UHS-II cards, so I gain nothing from the faster and more expensive card when it comes to shooting stills! So if you are going to be using this as a sport/wildlife camera and want to know if it is worth the extra money to get the UHS-II cards, it might not be if you already have the fastest UHS-I cards. I expected more here, but as I said before I suspect the support for a faster card is more for 4K recording.

4. Doesn’t have the 7DmkII AF system – More of a gripe than a con, I hoped that Canon would add the excellent 65pt AF system from the 7DmkII to the 90D. They made several improvements to the 45pt system from the 80D, but if you have ever used a 7DmkII you know how much better it could have been. The 65pt system has more customized AF zones to help capture action and is known for its accuracy, while also giving better overall coverage in the OVF. The 7D even had an earlier version of face detect in the OVF. If they could have fit this in with all the other improvements, it would have been great! Not a big disappointment, but still disappointed.

5. Lack of high resolution lenses – At least for EF-S. There really aren’t a lot of lenses Canon makes for crop cameras that will be able to use that new 32mp resolution to its full extent. I think the EF-S 60mm F2.8 will do well, and maybe the EF-S 24mm F2.8. Most EF-S lenses are either out of date (17-55mm F2.8, 15-85mm F3.5-5.6), or just not meant for high end shooting (18-55mm, 18-135mm, 10-18mm, 55-250mm). Canon just never really supported the crop sensor format the way they could have. Maybe they will change their mind about EF-S with the 90D, but I really doubt it. There are plenty of EF lenses that will do well, but those are some pricey lenses. To be clear, I am not saying that this can’t take great photos on these lenses. What I am saying is that I am not sure there will be a noticeable difference in a straight comparison with the older 24mp sensor with typical lens setups. So here is hoping that Canon does us a solid and gets us a few really great EF-S lenses for this sensor. I would love to see an update to the 17-55mm F2.8!

A note about the 4K– As I write this there is quite a bit of speculation about the 4K, specifically how Canon is accomplishing the full sensor readout. Popular opinion seems to be either pixel binning or oversampling and upscaling. I don’t know and Canon hasn’t said. So until more is known about it I am not commenting on it any further. I tested it and it worked well and looked good. I personally don’t care to shoot 4K since the files are huge. 1080 is enough for all I use it for.

A note about 24p – At launch Canon made a controversial decision to not offer 24p as a frame rate for video. Fans cried out and Canon listened to them, for a change. There is a firmware update coming in 2020 that will be adding 24p to the options on the 90D. For the time being it still does not have it, so if you have the camera or want to know if you can record in 24p you will be able to before too long. I really feel they never should have omitted it to begin with, and anyone that feels that alone was enough reason to take a pass on the 90D I can understand. Canon has a bruised rep at the moment, and it is one they have earned through decisions like this. At least this time they are making it right.

Vs the 7DmkII – This can be found new for about the same price as the 90D (1400 vs 1200) and used can be had for under 1000 USD. It has two card slots and a larger buffer; you will get ~32 shots before it fills. It has been a staple with wildlife shooters for years, but the sensor is quite old. The 32mp sensor on the 90D is going to allow for more cropping, which is almost certain for wildlife photos. The 90D likely has a DR advantage as well (there is no test data on the DR yet, but I am guessing around 13 stops), and probably does at least comparably well at higher ISO settings (though the 7DmkII probably does better). Another advantage the 90D has for action is the C-RAW file type allows it to carry on for 60 shots in burst if you are ok with compression. The 7D does not have this option as it pre-dates C-RAW. The 7D is more robust though, and will stand up to the elements. The 90D has the flip out screen, the 7D does not. Honestly, I can’t see taking the 7D over the 90D unless you absolutely have to have that more robust build, which is not common. If wildlife is your main game-plan, the 7DmkII is still a beast and probably beats the 90D in all areas except overall IQ. For all else the 90D is the better choice, especially landscapes and portraits.

Vs the 80D – I think this is an important comparison, since a lot of people are probably wondering “is it worth the upgrade”? This is largely based on what you do. If you have to have 4K, then yes. If you have some superior glass to put in front of that higher res sensor and you want that higher IQ, then yes. If you want that thumbstick, yes (so handy). Most importantly, are you tired of it sounding like you have ADD when people ask you what your camera is? If yes, then yes it’s worth it. LOL, in all seriousness I don’t regret getting it, but I also had a paying gig the day after I got it, meaning it was easier for me to justify it since I sometimes get paid to shoot. If you are still happy with what the 80D does for you it is still one of the best Canon ever made, and until the 90D was my favorite camera ever. If you can justify it, go for it. If you are not sure, give it some time and really push that 80D to the limits, since after all, it probably can still do everything you need it to do. Just read the review, and I hope that helps you decide.

Vs the T7i/77D – In short the 90D outclasses both these cameras in all areas except price. It is worth noting that I have seen both these cameras as low as 650 USD new. That is almost half what the 90D cost, and both are still very competent cameras (they are basically the same camera, with the 77D having a control scheme similar to the 80D). If you can’t quite justify the high price of these other cameras but want something with more punch than the base models, these will do fine for what they cost. Just hold out for those lower prices, otherwise the 80D will likely be coming down in price both new and used, and it also outclasses both these cameras.

Vs the M6mkII – Probably the most important comparison here, the M6mkII is looking pretty good. It has the same sensor and processor as the 90D, so same IQ. Same video specs (4K full sensor, DPAF, no 24p but is on the list to get it added like the 90D). For vlogging it is lighter, but the screen flips up instead of out, so if you mount a mic to the hotshoe the screen will be blocked, which is also why the EVF is detachable (M6 also doesn’t have a headphone jack). If the EVF is attached you can’t attach a flash or wireless trigger. In burst it can do 14fps, but buffers after 14 shots. This makes the 90D better for action, but the M6 probably still does OK. M6 AF system is all around better; it covers almost the entire EVF and also adds eye AF. EVF gives exposure preview, something the 90D can only do in live view. 90D destroys the M6 in overall battery life; M6 uses a smaller battery and the EVF just uses more power. I still like the 90D for what I do, since it is just going to hold up better for action shooting, but I think theM6mkII will be competent and will excel at just about everything else. M6 is cheaper, but I don’t suggest getting it without the optional EVF, and I also suggest the EF EOS M adaptor so that you can use EF and EF-S lenses. Adding all this pushes the price closer to what the 90D cost. Of note - There are only a few EF-M lenses that are worthwhile and they tend to be overpriced. Also, EF-M lenses can only be used on mirrorless APS-C cameras; they cannot be adapted to any other Canon including the RF mount. Simultaneously, RF lenses cannot be mounted to EF-M cameras and there is no way to adapt them. So the EF-M system has no upgrade path outside of other EF-M cameras. You can adapt EF/EF-S lenses, which are fully compatible with both the EF-M and RF mount cameras via an adaptor. I personally have no interest in any of the EF-M mount systems, since I really feel that Canon will abandon that mount eventually, preferring instead to add APS-C systems to the RF mount that will be able to use RF lenses and adapt EF and EF-S lenses. This is part of the reason I am sticking with the 90D, since all my lenses revolve around the EF/EF-S mounts. I can move them over to the RF mount once I feel that mirrorless is where I need to be. I do think the M6mkII is pretty good, just not what I want. If you were looking at the M6mkII over the 90D, well, there are a lot of good reasons to get it. I really can’t argue with the advantage that exposure preview and eye AF offer, especially if you are still learning the game. Just keep in mind some of the points I have made here to help you make up your mind. Also keep in mind this is not a review of the M6mkII; there are many other things to say about it, there just isn’t enough space to do it.

The Canon EOS 70D is a 20MP APS-C-sized sensor camera that has a massive body with a large grip on its right-hand side that makes for very comfortable handling. It has a classic SLR design with an optical viewfinder with numerous function buttons, and a fully articulated large, touch-sensitive LCD screen on its back (it can be flipped up- and downward and turned to the side) that is very handy, especially in video recording mode.

The Canon 70D is the new mid-range SLR camera of Canon’s EOS system. It offers 20MP resolution, a massive and robust body, and a brand-new AF system. The camera is able to record Full HD video and offers a touchscreen for additional operating comfort.

The 70D offers a mode dial on the left-hand side of the top, while the right-hand side has a large status display. The status LCD is illuminated and shows the most important image parameters.

The camera has numerous interfaces on the left-hand side of its body. It offers a USB/TV interface, an HDMI port, a microphone jack (3.5mm) for external microphones, and Canon’s interface for wired remote controls.

The 70D has a large display with high resolution (1.04 million RGB dots). It uses a smart dial on the back and an additional dial near the shutter release button which maintains the eight-way control field when choosing image parameters and using the LCD menu.

The LCD screen is fully articulated and can be flipped up- and downward and turned to the side and to the front of the camera. It is helpful for recording video and when shooting still images.

The status LCD on the top is illuminated and shows all the settings: aperture, shutter speed, image mode, file mode (JPEG, Raw, or JPEG/Raw combination), battery status, EV compensation, and more.

The automatic white balance system of the Canon did a good job but tends a bit toward cooler colors (see background). The skin tones match nearly perfectly; the red color of the T-shirt is a little oversaturated.

Color:The color results are very good. The camera tends a little toward cooler colors (see gray patterns in result chart) and high saturation (110.6 percent, which is quite high even for a mid-range or entry-level SLR). Most color errors are on a low level and mostly based on the boosted saturation, which causes appreciable shifts of blue and red nuances, while all other colors have only minor aberrations. The skin tones are matched nearly perfectly which is noticeable in the portrait shot, while the red of the T-shirt is boosted and has a high yellow rate. The automatic white balance did a very good job under all lighting conditions.

Sharpness: The 70D showed a very good performance in our resolution and sharpness tests. The standard test chart was reproduced with 3326 lines in picture height (nominal sensor resolution: 3648 in picture height). The very high value is also a result of a very intense sharpness filtering (typical for Canon SLRs) which causes some halos/outline effects on hard contrast lines. The intense filtering is also noticeable in our standard test box shot and in the portrait shot. It is also visible in fine structures like the hairs in the portrait shot or the ruler and the Siemens stars in the standard test box shot.

Noise: The camera showed a very good performance in our noise tests. Just like other Canon cameras the 70D starts with slightly higher values for luminance noise in ISO 100, 200 and 400 settings, but also keeps this y-factor below 1.0 percent up to ISO 1600. The color noise is nearly perfectly filtered and the noise spectrum is very smooth. The single results for red, blue, and green are perfectly located on the same graphs in our result charts. In images taken with ISO 3200 to ISO 12,800 we noticed some anti-noise filtering artifacts, but they only decrease image details slightly.

The Canon EOS 70D records videos in Full HD resolution. It uses the Apple QuickTime format (MOV files) to save the videos. The camera uses different compression settings to enhance video quality or to create more space-saving video files. In standard mode it uses a standard with the H.264 compression technique, but it is also able to use an intra-frame compression setting. This means it saves every single frame as a key frame instead of an inter-frame system, which saves key frames and changes of content between those frames.

When recording video the EOS 70D offers all standard exposure modes like P, S, A, and M and allows for set up of ISO speed manually. Its new AF system, called “Dual Pixel CMOS AF,” uses the image sensor as an AF sensor and is very helpful when recording videos. Combined with an STM lens system, the 70D allows users to shoot AF videos with very fast AF tracking.

Due to the high sensor resolution the 70D offers an additional digital zoom in video mode which allows for image scaling by a factor of 3 to 10 in video mode. The 70D has no integrated image stabilizer system (just like all Canon SLRs) but the stabilizer systems of our test lenses worked well in our video tests.

The handling of the camera in video mode is very good. The camera has a start/stop switch on the back that is used for live preview in photo mode or as an additional shutter release button for video recording. The swivel LCD screen is very helpful and allows for comfortable image control when recording video.

The Canon showed typical aliasing and moiré problems in fine structures like in the roof tiles in our test shoot. Colors are very good—the camera showed only a very slight shift into cooler colors. The color errors are on a low level, skin tones are nearly perfect, and only our full yellow test pattern showed a significant aberration from its given value. The video resolution result is on an average level for SLR cameras (610.7 lines in picture height). The camera uses moderate sharpness enhancement settings for videos (contrary to the still JPEGs, which had significant over- and undershot effects due to the very intense sharpness filtering).

Here is a list of the articles on the Canon EOS 70d,   I organized these 70D posts in alphabetical order to make it easier for you to find one. You can also use the search box on the right to search for any article on the Canon EOS 70D or any other Canon camera or accessory you want to know about.

70D Sample Images.  My first outing with the EOS 70D was a trip to a local children"s museum with lots of bright colors and dim lighting to test the accuracy and noise levels.

Best Canon 70D Book.  I researched several, read lots of reviews and come up with three good ones as well as one that I think is the best for most photographers.

Best Place to Read Canon EOS 70D Reviews.  There are so many of them, but what is the best source of information on products, in particular the EOS 70D made by Canon.

Canon 70D Battery Grip  Extend your battery life, get the convenience of controls made for shooting vertically, and balance your camera for using long lenses.

Canon 70D Battery  Do you need to get the Canon original or ist tis one of those situations where should should get your battery from a third party?  Here is the Canon Geek"s opinion.

Canon 70D Bundle  Looking for a bargain?  The advantages and disadvantages of getting one of those bundled packages when you are looking to buy a 70D.

Canon 70D Flash  Alternatives to using the pop-up flash.  Should you get a dedicated Canon speedlite or go with one of the flashes made by someone else?

Canon 70D Video  What"s the story on shooting video with the EOS 70D.  Does the dual pixel feature of the sensor design make a difference when shooting using live view?

Canon 70D vs 7D  It is easy to confuse these two DSLR cameras, only becuase of Canon;s choice for how they give them model numbers.  Here is a comparison between the Canon 7D and the 70D.

Features of the 70D that I like best.  It"s not the number of pixels and it"s not articulating LCD screen, although they are both great features that I"m glad I have with this camera.

What is Included with the Canon EOS 70D?  I only needed the camera body since I have quite a few lenses and related accessories for my Canon 20D, 5D and 5D Mark II.  Here is what comes in the box when you buy one without a lens.

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Canon is one of the most recognizable names in the photography industry, and if you’re on the lookout for your next DSLR camera, you’ll probably hear people talk about the Canon 70D or the Rebel T5i, also known as the Canon 700D.

If you’re still gathering information, it might be tricky to determine which Canon is the better choice—but luckily, we’ve done a lot of the legwork for you. When it comes to 70D or T5i, here’s how the two measure up:

Autofocus performance is a crucial feature for a lot of photographers, regardless of the subject. What you’ll find is that the Canon EOS 70D has a similar performance to the Canon EOS 7D camera, another one of the top models in Canon’s selection.

With 19 cross-type AF points as well as an LCD screen for display options, the EOS 70D measures up well in this category. It’s also one of the only Canon cameras to let you focus in live view mode (without it being too time-consuming), which might be a serious perk to some photographers.

In comparison, the Rebel T5i only has 9 cross-type AF points, and the viewfinder has a fixed display. For a sports photographer or anybody who regularly shoots moving objects, the 70D would probably be the better option. With a moving target, you have no time to waste, and you’ll need a camera that focuses as quickly as possible.

Even if your subject won’t be on the move, the 70D may also have a leg up on the competition with all of its AF points. There’s a higher chance your subject will be near an AF point, so you probably won’t need to constantly refocus or recompose with the 70D. The T5i keeps most of its AF points near the center of the display, so you might have trouble focusing on a subject that’s near the outside of your frame.

It’s also worth noting that the 70D uses Dual Pixel CMOS Autofocus, but this will really only benefit you if you plan to shoot video with your DSLR camera.

While it won’t matter to everyone, some photographers do care a lot about megapixels. While the Canon 70D has a 20.2-megapixel sensor, the Canon Rebel T5i only has an 18-megapixel sensor. Keep in mind that more megapixels don’t necessarily mean better photos. The number of megapixels only tells you how much detail your camera’s sensor can collect, but it’s only one of many factors that contribute to high-quality photos.

If you primarily shoot in JPG, you might not even notice the difference in a side-by-side comparison. Sensor size will probably only really affect you if you do a lot of large prints. Depending on the size, those few extra pixels may allow you to get a little bit more width out of the Canon 70D’s files.

Some photographers might also be wondering, is Canon 70D full frame? Depending on what you read, it might seem as if Canon 70D is full frame, but this isn’t true. It has an APS-C cropped sensor, not 70D Canon full frame or Canon 70D full frame.

If there’s one area that can play a major role in your buying decision, it’s probably cost. Even without tacking on the cost of a lens or other accessories, many high-end DSLR cameras can end up costing hundreds of dollars, if not more.

As it turns out, there is a pretty big price differential between the Rebel T5i and 70D Canon. Currently, Canon prices the body for the EOS 70D at just under $1,200, while the Canon T5i sits at around $750. Depending on where you buy, the price tag may vary, but you’ll likely find the T5i much cheaper than the 70D.

Not all photographers need to calibrate their EOS lens for every session, but the EOS 70D does allow you to do so. The EOS Rebel T5i Canon doesn’t let you do calibrate your lens, and you’ll probably only find this feature on some of Canon’s higher-end EOS DSLRs.

When you’re dealing with a wide aperture and a prime lens on your Canon, the micro-adjustment lens feature on the Canon 70D is essential. Otherwise, it may not be a necessity for every photographer.

A lot of DSLR cameras allow you to change these features on the back of the camera’s body, including the Canon 70D and Canon Rebel T5i. However, they do so in different ways. While the EOS 70D uses what’s called a quick control dial, the Rebel T5i sticks to cross keys, which you’ll find on a lot of mid-range EOS Canon cameras.

Most of the time, using the quick control dial is a little more convenient for exposure compensation, since you rarely need to take your eyes off the viewfinder. All you have to do is move your thumb in the direction that you want to turn the dial and adjust the settings as you see fit. Another perk of the quick control dial is that you can also use it to scroll through your camera’s image history, which might be useful if you need to find a specific picture.

With the T5i, there are four different keys for each setting. If you’re extremely familiar with the Canon, you might be able to click the correct key without looking, but it can take some getting used to. When you’re working with a new camera, you’ll probably need to take your eyes off the viewfinder to find the right button.

Using the cross keys of the Canon T5i probably won’t take more than a second longer, but when you’ve only got a few moments to snap the perfect shot, that second can make all the difference.

The weight and size of your Canon probably won’t affect the quality of your photos, but lugging around a bulky camera throughout the day can be tiresome for some photographers. If you need to fit your Canon into a tight space to capture a shot, a lighter device will work to your advantage.

As far as these two options go, there’s not a lot of difference in the size. The Canon T5i is slightly heavier at 1.6 pounds while the EOS 70D weighs in at 1.3 pounds.

When it comes to a digital camera or Canon, some professionals prefer built-in WiFi, especially when it comes to linking your Canon up with a smartphone or sending your shots straight to the printer. WiFi can be a make-or-break feature for some people, while other photographers couldn’t care less. With these two, the EOS 70D Canon comes with a WiFi feature built into it, but the Canon Rebel T5i doesn’t.

When you’ve got built-in WiFi on your Canon, you can usually pull up your photos on a TV or media player screen, directly use a WiFi printer, or transfer photos between other select Canon cameras.

One perk that photographers working in a studio may find helpful is the ability to transfer photos to your computer wirelessly. As long as your Canon and your computer are on the same WiFi network, uploading photos shouldn’t require the use of a USB cord.

If you do a lot of continuous shooting, knowing the exact frame rate can be crucial. In this category, the EOS Rebel lags a little behind with only 5 FPS (frames per second) while the 70D offers 7 FPS.

If you work with still subjects, shooting speed probably won’t influence your decision drastically, but if you deal with moving targets (like in wildlife or sports photography), you’ll probably prefer the faster Canon.

Speaking of working outside, leveling your camera can be tricky, especially if you’re dealing with a photo that has a very clear horizon line in it. This includes beach and desert photos, or anything that features a flat, wide open landscape. Even when you work with a tripod that holds it in place, you might not realize you’re a little bit off until you take a look at the photo in post.

Another beneficial feature that landscape photographers might find on the 70D is an electronic level display. The LCD screen should mark up the screen so that you can see how well the shot lines up with the horizon or another line in the distance.

Now that we’ve covered a lot of the bigger differences that might sway your decision, we’ll mention some of the smaller differences between these Canon EOS Rebel models. These probably won’t be make-or-break decisions, but it’s still important to know all the specifications, including speed and battery life.

Some photographers like to create interesting visual effects by experimenting with their shutter speed. If that’s you, you might be interested to know that the 70D has a slightly faster range at 1/8000th while the Rebel T5i comes in close at 1/4000th for speed.

Speaking of speed and performance, the T5i has a full buffer after capturing 6 RAW images, but the 70D is capable of snapping up to 16 of them before it gets full. Not all photographers do a lot of RAW shooting, but if you do, the 70D is a little more set up for it.

If your photography sessions take more than a few hours, you’ll probably want a Canon that has an extensive battery life. Between these two, Canon estimates that the T5i can last for about 470 shots (without the flash) or an hour and a half of continuous live shooting. Barring extreme temperatures and flash use, the 70D offers 1,300 shots and lasts for about an hour and fifty minutes with live view.

Keep in mind that these numbers may vary depending on where you’re shooting, as you may lose around 100 shots with the 70D in cold temperatures. If you plan to use your flash with any of these images, you can also count on losing a few shots for both models. Taking advantage of Live View can also dramatically change how long your camera lasts before you have to recharge it.

Now that we’ve covered all the differences, big and small, it’s time to address which Canon EOS might be right for you. Unfortunately, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, just as there are no one-size-fits-all photographers:

While the 70D excels in action photography like sports or wildlife, this Canon also comes with a significantly higher price tag and might be tricky to pick up if you’re still a beginner.

The T5i lacks some of its more advanced features, but it could be the better option if you’re still getting the hang of Canon DSLR cameras. If you plan to do a lot of work with video, the 70D will probably be an attractive option, but the T5i will come up short.

Keep in mind that this review of Canon 70D and T5i doesn’t account for any lenses or other accessories you might use. For many photographers, picking out the right lens is almost as important as the Canon itself, since it can dramatically impact your overall performance. Once you’ve decided which Canon model might be right for you, the next step is figuring out which lens will go with it.

Estimates give you the most information before we start work on your canon camera, however they do add time to your repair. You can choose not to have an estimate in which case the camera goes straight to a technician for repair, you can also set a price limit for us to proceed up to so we can carry on quickly with minor repairs or give you an estimate before going ahead with more expensive work.

Our technicians can carry out warranty repairs in house on 1D, 5D, 6D, 7D and 90D cameras. Warranty repairs on other models can be sent directly to Canon or we can send the cameras to Canon on your behalf.

Do you sell spare parts for Canon?We can supply user replaceable spare parts for Canon cameras such as missing screws, rubber grips, battery doors and flash stands.

Spare parts which can only be fitted by dismantling the cameras, and which require thorough testing afterwards will not be supplied. These parts, such as bayonets, shutter assemblies and circuit boards, should be fitted by a trained technician who can safely dismantle and reassemble your Canon camera. Our technicians have all the technology supplied by Canon and years of repair experience to make sure each repair meets the Canon standard.

With repairs it is best and most economical to pinpoint the issue to one piece of kit, or to a combination of a Canon body and lens that is causing the problem. To give all your kit a check over we recommend using our Focus calibration service which has fixed rates and gives you a report on each body and lens.

Due to how easy it is for dust to get into the body of Canon cameras when you change lenses or even when you use a zoom lens, we cannot guarantee our sensor cleaning.

Canon automatic sensor cleaning is an option within the camera that shakes the CMOS sensor to dislodge dust. Stubborn spots of oil, sticky particles such as pollen and fingerprints do not shake off the CMOS sensor so easily and professional cleaning is recommended.

Yes we are proud to be part of the CPS service scheme. We offer priority repair turnaround to CPS Gold and CPS Platinum and CPS Silver customers. We can help CPS Platinum and Gold customers get loan equipment from Canon CPS if the repair will take longer than the target times of 2-3 days (Platinum) 3-4 days Gold.

Yes we can repair Canon cameras purchased from grey market retailers. However the cost of warranty repairs cannot be claimed back from Canon UK so the repair will be chargeable.

At Fixation we specialise in professional photographic repairs. We know that many professional photographers rely on Canon cameras to make their living. We do not use fixed prices, our technicians create a fresh assessment for each repair so that you only pay for what is wrong with your camera. We make sure that your Canon camera is serviced and repaired quickly, affordably and reliably.

The Canon EOS 70D DSLR Camera features a 20.2 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor and DIGIC 5+ image processor to ensure high-resolution images and excellent low-light sensitivity. Both the sensor and processor work together to produce well-detailed, clear imagery that exhibits natural tonality and color gradations with minimal noise when working in difficult lighting conditions. The processor also provides notable speed throughout the camera system, including the ability to record up to 7 fps in full-resolution, quickened AF speeds, and full HD 1080p video recording in multiple frame rates with manual exposure and audio level control.

Serving both still and movie shooting modes, Dual Pixel CMOS AF is a powerful technology that revolves around the incorporation of two photodiodes within each pixel to provide an expansive phase-detection focusing system. This system affords focusing benefits that are similar to how a camcorder works and as such can focus on subjects in an incredibly fast and precise manner. The benefits of this system are three-fold: the ability to focus quickly and smoothly; the ability to truly utilize the vari-angle touchscreen LCD monitor to its full potential; and the ability to utilize a wide range of over 100 EF and EF-S lenses. Also benefiting from Dual Pixel CMOS AF is the Movie Servo AF mode, which enables continuous auto focusing when recording movies. This focusing mode is especially useful for maintaining critical focus on moving subjects and for realizing the near-silent performance of compatible STM lenses.

The 3.0" 1,040k-dot vari-angle Clear View II touchscreen LCD monitor profits greatly from the advent of the Dual Pixel CMOS AF system and its ability to utilize Touch AF focusing for finely controlled selection of the point of focus. The monitor"s vari-angle design also enables more efficient shooting and viewing from both high and low angles and an anti-reflective, smudge-resistant coating allows for clear viewing in any lighting condition.

In addition to the LCD monitor, the 70D also features an optical pentaprism finder that can be used for eye-level shooting of still images. This Intelligent Viewfinder incorporates a superimposed LCD to provide an intuitive means for monitoring exposure and camera settings during shooting. While working with the viewfinder, an expansive 19-point all cross-type AF system is visualized for acquiring focus; integral to this array is a high-precision dual-cross center AF point that is compatible with f/2.8 and faster lenses.

Providing a wealth of additional functionality to the camera is integrated Wi-Fi connectivity, which allows for the instant and direct sharing of image files to an iOS or Android mobile device for sharing online. This functionality also allows for wireless remote control over camera settings, including exposure controls, focusing, and shutter release, from a mobile device when using the Canon EOS Remote app.

I’ve always preferred car seats without covers, fountain drinks without lids and pens without caps. However, I finally gave in and decided to protect my LCD screen, in hopes of preventing scratches and chips.

Thickness – 0.5mm. The thickness does not interfere with normal operation. You may not even notice that it’s there once it’s been applied to your screen.

Installation – The outer edge has a very thin piece of double sided sticky tape. This is helpful when applying to the LCD because you don’t have to worry about lint or dirt sticking to the middle of the screen. The rigidness of the protector eliminates any chance of air bubbles and makes it easy to line up with the LCD screen.

Removal – To remove the screen protector, just take a toothpick or plastic knife and lift the outer edge. With a very small amount of pressure the screen protector will come off the screen. As mentioned above, the outer edge has a thin piece of sticky tape so you don’t have to worry about your LCD screen inheriting sticky film or residue.

Over time your screen will develop scratches and dings, no matter how careful you are. This can lead to decreased visibility and imperfections when viewing images in playback mode.

If you have questions about the GGS LCD screen protector feel free to ask me inside the general discussion forum and I’ll get back to you lickety split. Check out the recommendations page for more tips and advice on my favorite gear. Happy shooting!

There"s so much to like about the eagerly awaited replacement for the Canon EOS 60D, the 70D. It comes with a completely overhauled, Live View/video-optimized autofocus system that doesn"t require special lenses; a more streamlined body design with an articulated touch screen; and Wi-Fi support. And with only a couple of exceptions, I like the 70D and enjoy shooting with it; it"s fast and fluid. However, pixel peepers will likely be disappointed with the still photo quality, which really should be better for the money.

The image quality didn"t change noticeably between my preproduction tests and my final tests, but my opinion has. It"s...fine. Not outstanding for the money, but not bad, either. However, it"s simply not as good as the Nikon D7100. Yes, it"s still an advance over the 60D, but not enormously -- I don"t think you even gain a full stop of usability, and any advantages seem to stem from the slight increase in resolution. It"s a bit better than the Rebel T5i across the entire sensitivity range, though you really have to scrutinize them. (The T5i looks better starting at ISO 1600, but that seems to be because the T5i meters a third of a stop brighter.)

I"m beginning to think Canon really pushes the contrast on its default Picture Style to increase perceived sharpness of the photos, because when you look at details closely they seem awfully soft. You lose a lot of shadow and highlight detail if you leave the Picture Style on Auto, though. The dynamic range doesn"t seem especially wide, without a lot of recoverable highlight data in the raw files and shadows that are difficult to bring up without introducing noise. The new sensor does seem to have a finer noise pattern at higher ISO sensitivities than previous sensors, though.

JPEG shots look OK up to about ISO 1600; beyond that it depends upon scene content. I was occasionally able to produce sharper images at ISO 1600 by shooting raw, but not always.Click to download

Thankfully, the video from the production unit looked better than the preproduction unit, though it suffers from the same general softness as stills, compounded by the relatively low resolution of HD. It displays edge artifacts -- ringing, aliasing, moire, and crawling edges -- which, as is common, get worse as ISO sensitivity rises. It looks a little better than the T5i, though not obviously, and most casual users probably won"t see a big difference. Low-light video has nice tonality and a reasonable dynamic range, but there"s still quite a bit of color noise.

With the exception of focusing speed in dim light, the 70D delivers excellent performance. (Looking back at my preproduction report, I think I misstated that result as 0.3 second rather than 0.7 second.) It powers on, focuses, and shoots in about 0.4 second, not quite Nikon fast, but generally fast enough and better than many Canons. Time to focus, expose, and shoot in good light runs a zippy 0.2 second and in dim light a modest 0.8 second. Two sequential JPEG or raw shots also run about 0.2 second, rising to only half a second with flash enabled. In Live View mode, that rises to 1.5 seconds.

In practice, the system delivers; working in Live View is relatively seamless. For stills, it u