Canon EOS C70 | In-Depth Review & Test Footage

[@HarrisonDillingham]

This, for me, is by far the most exciting filmmaking tool to come out in a long time. It's a compact C300 Mark III with an internal data rate that outperforms the S1H. 1.46x Super 35 DGO Sensor, Cinema 4K, CLog 3, Internal ND. Only needs two SD cards, mini-XLR to XLR cable, two extra batteries! No need for a cage. As someone who's used quite a few of the Canon Cinema lineup to date, this is a tremendous feat! Bravo to Canon!

[@williamsitton]

major downside to me is that it does not have global shutter

[@HarrisonDillingham]

@@williamsitton That's a fair concern.

[@nerfbutt]

@@williamsitton True, but neither does pretty much anything else other than the Red Komodo. Sony's A7S3 has a very fast readout, that is the best I've seen yet while not being truly global shutter.

[@HarrisonDillingham]

@@roteskaeppchen That's a fair point. In my experience with Canon Cinema Cameras, I've used the LCD monitors far more than the EVFs, and I have found them to be very usable despite their small sizes! So the lack of an EVF is not a dealbreaker for everyone. But perhaps they could have added a slot to add an EVF (like on the C500 Mark II/C300 Mark III--that would have been nice!)

[@smallbizdigitalmedia]

It apparently needs a cage for tripods due to the weird mounting locations

[@Gleebi]

Your presentation skills trump other channels. Not shouting and not self obsessed. Great video

[@CVPTV]

Thank you and thanks for watching! Jake

[@tombuck]

I’m really interested to learn more about lens engineering after this 😁

[@CVPTV]

It's a massive rabbit hole to go down but super interesting stuff! Jake

[@SCham-xc9vh]

r5 owners looking at the one kidney they have left.... "do I need 1 full kidney really?"

[@robertmueller6979]

lol... nailed me

[@jwoolson]

"In-depth"? Oh yes. This is EXACTLY what I was looking for about the C70.

[@PacmanTv]

Amazing review, very. detailed

[@CVPTV]

Glad you liked it! Jake

[@wcsdiaries]

@@CVPTV How do you turn DGO off in c70? I didn't even know that was a feature

[@FisayoFosudo]

Very detailed review. I can’t help but wonder how many times you turned your head.

[@joeallam]

Thanks for the comprehensive review as always, Jake! With no built-in EVF, do you have any recommendations for quality options that could complement this compact design? I'm also assuming the only option will be via HDMI, right?

[@CVPTV]

Best budget option would be the Z CAM EVF which I looked at a week or two back! Or the Kameldon if you've got the extra cash. Thanks for watching Joe! Jake

[@joeallam]

@@CVPTV Cheers! I actually watched that video when you posted it with no real reason why, ha! I'll give it a re-watch now that I have something in mind to pair it to.

[@sammeasure7460]

CVP kameleon* (HDMI)

[@guillermoangelo9096]

instaBlaster.

[@AndreiSam]

Please, make a comparison video for C70 and A7S III

[@halfbinz]

well it’s not locked to 30mins record time, has built in ND filters, many more ports for mics and phantom, better battery and its a cinema camera etc etc...yes Sony is a few thousand cheaper but not a cine camera...solo shooter, doco, jobs etc wouldn’t even bother with Sony. We have a load of Sony a7sii bodies and not worth the upgrade to the new version for almost double the pride. Main feature was only 120fps @ 4K. Not worth the upgrade from the old

[@AndreiSam]

@@halfbinz Thank you, Mark! Does C-70 create huge video files like 5d Mark IV in 4k?

[@zacharykepler3567]

Mark Clark: the a7S iii is a massive upgrade from the a7S ii. It has no record limits, no overheating, 422 10 bit with higher bit rates as seen in Sony’s cinema line up, phenomenal autofocus compared to the a7S ii’s unusable contrast based autofocus, and cinema camera grade dynamic range - aprox half a stop less than the C300 iii according to CineD.

[@NoorAlam-cs9yi]

No comparison with them

[@AndreiSam]

@@NoorAlam-cs9yi English, please

[@GriffinConway]

Incredible review as usual Jake. Looking forward to getting one of these cameras. Looks to fill the smaller, affordable B cam slot next to my c500 mark ii. Thanks for sharing!

[@CVPTV]

Thanks Griffin! Are you going to be picking one up then? Jake

[@GriffinConway]

CVP pre ordered one this morning! Hopefully I’ll be able to run some tests against all the other cams we have in the production

[@tobiainvernizzimartini7353]

As an italian Canon Specialist, I can tell you that this such a great in-depth review. Well done guys!

[@CVPTV]

Thank you! Jake

[@Mn-xh9ps]

now we know why r6/r5 overheat..they have a C70 to sell.....

[@Mash907]

FACTS!!!!

[@AndreiSam]

They forgot to tell us those 2 were just photo cameras :-)

[@s1thbkk]

You can use R5 without overheat while long take with external recorder because long take will made CF Express very hot

[@Mn-xh9ps]

@@s1thbkk that deafeat the purpose to have a compact hybride camera.

[@AstralxProd]

The r5 dynamic range is also much worse. It's not ideal for professional video use.

[@ThatGuyZeb]

This camera is a freakin' beast. I feel bad for almost anyone who bought the R5 for video.

[@esphilee]

R5 has 8K.

[@andrewnibbi]

The footage doesn’t look nearly as good as what the R5 kicks out to my eye.

[@ThatGuyZeb]

That's a fair assessment that would be great to dig further into, but ultimately I don't think any quality difference will overshadow the real-world functionality for those doing video work for a living. And that includes 8K.

[@wbs2017]

@@esphilee Not true 8k, S1H still craps on R5

[@HuFilms]

The R5 is a totally different type of camera. Anyone that buys an R5 for video alone is making a mistake. You can buy 2 Pocket 6K cameras for that price. I got the R5 for both video and photos. For that, in my honest opinion, it's the best camera out there.

[@OfTwoLands]

This is quite good !! I always loved my C200 but never shot Raw. I will still use my BMPCC6K for short films, travel and higher end projects but this for Docos and interview style content is pretty sweet.

[@CVPTV]

Yeah I'm impressed with what Canon have put together. It's just a baby C300MKIII which is great for its price! Jake

[@aleksandarkuraica3229]

This is perfect for docus because of the ND and as the 24-105 is now a 2.8. So can use one lens for everything in a small and light package.

[@JoshBenBernales]

Curious as to where my you would still use the 6k for higher end projects?

[@lossimedia7366]

Josh Ben Bernales I’m not him, but 12 bit and raw output. And maybe the 6k If they care about that.

[@OfTwoLands]

@@JoshBenBernales Mainly the image ( I love Canon colours but when it comes to pure image I find the BMPCC6K above) and codec flavours. Having the option to both Prores and Raw internally is quite handy.

[@TJ-po9ol]

18:52 face closeup between C300 III & C70 show way better highlight rolloff in skin/hair etc

[@AndreiLucaa]

I saw that too, but I think the C300 was a bit more overexposed than c70

[@worldmaidens999]

I am off work today and have listened to many reviews on this subject. CVP review is simply the best of all, wins over Canon US and Canon Australia, Wex, ProAV TV among others. A comprehensive review. Well done, in-depth study indeed and well informative. Thumbs up!

[@CVPTV]

Thank you for the kind words and thanks for watching! Jake

[@Filmer]

Just got this camera today with two RF lens. I’m so happy to be shooting my weddings for 2021 with this.

[@cameraconspiracies]

Great review/neck workout tutorial :)

[@thebentzenable]

Can't wait for you to test it 💪📸

[@AndrewMurphyFilms]

Love how technical this is! Can't wait to pick up one of these

[@SipandFeast]

Thanks for the review. This is by far the best and most comprehensive review of this camera! I was considering the r5/r6 but would rather have this. I just wish they came in at a $3500 price point. Still too expensive imo, but hopefully there'll be some good sales in 2021.

[@lanifwtf]

Could you test how much the new Canon Adapter 0.71 really effects the autofocus performance? Is 60% plenty to work with?

[@CVPTV]

It didn't seem super different from the limited time I had with it, but the coverage will make a difference. Jake

[@p_adam19]

This is by far the best overview of this camera that's out there right now.

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching! Jake

[@joshuadxlee]

more like the only lol

[@joshkiddfilms1295]

Your reviews are simply the best. This camera looks great.

[@CVPTV]

Glad you like them Josh! Thanks for watching. Jake

[@Dwayne_M]

Super informative presentation and so pro. Well done. Camera is a very interesting offering form canon !

[@bencorwin]

Always the best reviews! Thanks!

[@raalaa121]

Buying new cameras and lenses every year is the equivalent of "gambling debt" for me I need some one to intervene and stop me spending.

[@dcchavez97]

You have G.A.S. Gear Acquisition Syndrome.

[@oublckoficial5869]

me too omg

[@J_HNP]

Hi CVP team! Quick question: at 37:35 you mention that DGO is active in XF-AVC 25p, and NOT active in XF-AVC Long GOP 100p. Can you explain where you learned this? I've spoke with Canon Cinema Customer Support and they claimed that the DGO sensor always works and never "deactivates" regardless of codec, framerate, etc. Thanks!

[@CVPTV]

Hey Jon, not sure who you’ve spoken to at Canon but from my understanding, from the pre-disclosures I had and discussions with Canon for both the C70 and C300 MK III, as soon as you go above 4K 60, DGO is disabled. Newsshooter also mention it in their article - www.newsshooter.com/2020/09/24/canon-eos-c70/ Thanks, Jake

[@J_HNP]

@@CVPTV Great! I appreciate the quick reply and source info. You all rock! From the link above: “Now, there is a catch with this Dual gain Output system. It doesn’t work when you are shooting in frame rates above 60p in S35 4K. However, it does work when you are shooting in 2K Super 16mm Crop mode up to 180fps. This is not surprising because the amount of processing power to deal with two readouts at high resolutions and high frame rates would put a proportionally bigger load on the system.”

[@SoundSpeeding]

Am pleasantly pleased and surprised (as the C100/C200 never had this) that the new Canon C70 has Timecode I/O. Although I bet most C70 buyers would wish that BNC connector was for HD-SDI instead of TC!

[@cncmedia1461]

Absolutely...why put a bnc connector and its not hdsdi? Honestly canon????

[@SoundSpeeding]

@@cncmedia1461 it is intended to be a B / C Cam to the C300/C500/C700, and not a premium A Cam in its own right. Thus it is very logical to have a TC connector for easy multicam syncing.

[@techlessYT]

So, this is the reason the R5 overheats...

[@zacharyhunter8340]

Yup. People that bought the R5 for video should have waited.

[@johansermartinez9287]

Zachary Hunter I would be upset... but I use photo just as much so it’s fine. I’ll save up until I can get the one ☺️

[@lukaszbien2904]

@@zacharyhunter8340 That's what I did. If tests will go well on production version of this - it will be my next purchase (instead of R5)

[@Imam_Gueri_Sport]

Zachary Hunter I don't think people bought the r5 for the video.

[@lukaszbien2904]

@@Imam_Gueri_Sport Maybe not primarily, but mainly as a hybrid. I'm really fine with 5DIV's 36Mpix or R's as well for photography - both very capable cameras.

[@georgekbaby]

Which camera are you shooting with. Videos look so good..

[@Sam1986E]

What a beast of a camera! Wow!

[@AjushiPhotography]

Based off your review, I preordered a.C70 - Great Job on the video!

[@richbarrett]

Fantastic review! Much more informative than most other videos released today. Thank you!

[@CVPTV]

Glad it was helpful!

[@doobie_rockz]

Love your videos. Very well informative and full of detail. I always learn a lot.

[@CVPTV]

Glad you like them! Jake

[@AeroworksProductions]

Excellent review. If you could pair only 1 lens (most situations) with the C70, which would it be?

[@CVPTV]

Thanks! Probably some kind of general purpose zoom like the 24-70 2.8 RF. Jake

[@madedigital]

I half way through watching and I give you the thumbs up great review I feel well informed

[@CVPTV]

Awesome! Thank you! Jake

[@xandercloet7467]

amazing video!!! Do you think that the c70 is worth buying for a hobbyist?

[@AbSesayPhoto]

Best reveiw Ive seen. Great JOB!

[@CVPTV]

Appreciate that, thanks for watching! Jake

[@Samiam-mu5ln]

These are two very different cameras peoples! The R5 is still very much a photography camera with some video capabilities and the C70 is a dedicated cinema camera for video! Not sure how people are comparing the two or bashing R5 users like if they made a bad choice. Not everything revolves around video camera

[@Qsandbank]

These people are upset that cannon purposely crippled the R5, not that the R5 just happens to be a bad camera.

[@DennisSchmitz]

17:12 also their Rec709 output looks fabulous.

[@creativeorstrange]

Still watching the video, I just wanted to say I really appreciate all of the hard work you put into this video, Jake! Best video on this camera out right now! Now back to the video!

[@CVPTV]

Thank you for the kind words and watching! Jake

[@creativeorstrange]

CVP very detailed, can I just double check that in your video you stated that the camera can not be mounted to a standard tripod? If so, that is very strange.

[@jeffreyfleming4016]

A wonderful review; very informative. Many thanks.

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching! Jake

[@ApostolosNikolaidis1]

Wow, a complete walk through of the camera.Really helpful, thanks for that.

[@CVPTV]

Glad it was helpful! Jake

[@dixoncreates1131]

I can't believe I just watched that straight through.... I never do that with anything without going on my phone or something. This was fantastic. Subscribed for sure.

[@CVPTV]

Awesome to hear we could keep your attention for over 40 minutes!!! Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it, Jake

[@1stElement]

What a banger of a review - well done! Very tempting camera..!

[@CVPTV]

Glad you enjoyed it! Jake

[@nodavood]

Specs are awesome. Now I am 99.99% certain that Canon crippled R6 and R5 on purpose to protect these line of cinema cameras. Not even CLog2 & 3 on R6.

[@mreddieau]

Would like to see autofocus comparison test of RF lenses vs EF lenses (with new adapter)

[@SocialTrading]

Lots of complaints are starting to come in about the autofocus now from new C70 users. It's not looking good.

[@indranilkishor]

Thanks for detail review. Any idea when do you think this camera will be available?

[@CVPTV]

Hopefully November.

[@sammeasure7460]

Very informative!

[@gregbarrett4516]

Still the best, most thorough review, even though 2 years have passed since this one. All credit to your team and thanks.

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching and the kind words Greg! Jake

[@nickcarter7611]

What kind of battery are you using at 5:31? It looks like there is a DTAP on the canon battery!

[@Photographicelements]

I’ve always loved the usability, form factor&layout of the C100, the side handle, joystick/record/iris/white balance/ISO/magnify all accessible via your thumb/index finger; the C70 seems to improve on everything, especially 422 10bit, false color & dynamic range. Missing is Raw, but Canon will save that for a more expensive camera, not even via HDMI/USBC with ProResRaw, but can’t have everything, maybe the Sony FX6 will offer everything? The C70 appears to be a perfect event camera & livestreaming camera, and great documentary camera and a decent indie film (no Raw) camera. Great for music videos too!

[@f0t0b0y]

Are they going to make a speed booster for RF to RF?! I sold all my EF lenses and have 6 RF. 😳

[@ianmaw66]

Very thorough long form video. I appreciate the length of the video. Thanks.

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching! Jake

[@dimitrimoonlight]

Great review so quickly, thanks!

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching! Jake

[@Jimmybeakble]

Hey CVP. Could you pls compare the Sony A7S3 XAVC S 120 fps against the Canon 120 fps Long GOP?? Is there a difference? Artifacts? Anything? Can you change speed in both? Or is the slow motion baked in the file? And so on.. Thank you for a great video BTW 🤟🦄🤩

[@deaniweenie]

When will it be available?

[@vividmotion66]

Good review! Are there An spec about the Mbits in XF-AVC?

[@CVPTV]

Thanks and see here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/laKwZ4hjYsibfck

[@vividmotion66]

@@CVPTV perfect thx

[@dankneece]

Great thorough review. Thanks!

[@barrymurphy5548]

Brilliantly done Jake !

[@CollingFilms]

Any idea on the dynamic range? I’m reading it has 16 stops but didn’t know if that was accurate. Amazing review by the way! Super super well done and helpful

[@CVPTV]

Would want to do proper scientific tests before commenting, which we should be doing in our reviews soon ;) I believe CineD did a lab test with the C300MKIII and this would be pretty similar as the sensor is the same. Thanks for watching! Jake

[@eriksmith2271]

Thanks for another fantastic review! Could you do a Canon LUT explanation video? 1D, 3D, Full, Linear? ugh... I'd love to know more about real life scenarios using the Canon Luts. Thanks!

[@JayFingers]

Excellent review! Thank you so much for this. Ever since I heard about the C70 I knew it was going to be my next camera. I'm very thankful that you took the time to give us such a detailed and honest overview of its features and capabilities. If I wasn't sold on the C70 before, I certainly am now, haha! Thanks again for sharing.

[@blainesiesserphoto]

Thanks for this comprehensive review!

[@CVPTV]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching! Jake

[@mattholdren4424]

Love you guys!

[@edpr2244]

Great review! Thank you.

[@CVPTV]

Glad it was helpful! Jake

[@hughchal]

Fantastic review, thank you. With regard to media, approx how much will a 128GB card hold at the top 25P codec?

[@CVPTV]

Thanks you for watching! A 128GB card will get you just under 40 minutes. Jake

[@jamesdrakefilms]

seriously great work. thank you

[@Imam_Gueri_Sport]

incredible job! Well done guys! It's great to have quality content.

[@CVPTV]

Glad you enjoy it! Thanks for watching. Jake

[@BeijaFilms]

What are the pros and cons do you think between this camera and the A7siii?

[@SonnyBCreative]

this is a cinema camera. the sony isnt.

[@palfrey411]

Pros: Canon colours, built in NDs and built in XLR, longer battery life. Cons: no evf, no ibis, mini xlrs (Sony XLR module are full size), can't take photos, quite a bit bigger, lower bit rate video, lack off all I for higher framerates, no gyro recording, no charging from USB C and much larger batteries.

[@BeijaFilms]

@@palfrey411 thank you. That's the answer I needed!

[@garryclarkson7224]

Great review. I had the C100 MK2 and was considering the C200 (I do non sync video with the Leica SL2) but need to test whether the mini XLRs are as good quality for synced Audio as that on the C2oo. Thanks for the review.

[@simonehrenheim4448]

Nice Video! Love the C70... But I can't decide between the C70 and FX6 :( do you plan to compare the two?

[@MarkHoltze]

Excited about this one. I guess mY C100 mark ii will have this upgrade it, I was KIND of hoping for a mark iii 100, but this will do.

[@umano.teodori]

Guys you are incredible! Thank you!

[@Mike0193Azul]

Fantastic review! Very much looking forward to this camera. By the way, another youtuber had stated in his try at this camera that its formats would freeze up his 2020 iMac. I am worried that if that is the case then my slightly older PC may struggle. Did you or anyone have any issues editing with the high resolution files provided by this camera?

[@JustinCarf]

Thank you, for this fantastic super in depth review of this camera. 🙏🏽

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching Justin! Jake

[@jonathanhamilton2308]

It’s been along time since a camera has got me this interested - great features and flexibility- the vertical video and the flexibility of shooting positions and ergonomic design Great for short form films and motion design . Now just need to get my hands on and have a play. Definitely considering buying . Thanks CVP for the in-depth review

[@76tygfgug]

Thanks for your detailed and helpful reviews, Jake. One thing I don't understand - the Data Rates. Recording limit of SD cars is near 300 Mb/s, but h264 Intra of C70 (18:54) is 410 Mb/s. Isn't that a mistake in review because b&h listed 260 Mb/s as a maximal.

[@CVPTV]

SD card data rates are MBps, Codec rates are Mbps and mistakes our side, that will be a B&H thing. Jake

[@cagatota]

Great video!

[@CVPTV]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Qsandbank]

this is the best camera review i have ever seen.

[@brmoogma]

Very good review!!

[@CVPTV]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@heartspacers]

This will be a great B cam for my 90D ... :)

[@TigBoss]

😂

[@albertcurielx]

Great review!

[@jk4k989]

Outstanding video! Thank you so much! Wish the cool exposure features worked in clog, but looks nice overall!

[@CVPTV]

Thanks for watching! Jake

[@radusz1]

Thx for great review made preorder all ready , can you tell me what signal is going out via hdmi to ninja v ? Cant find any answers online . Thx

[@CVPTV]

It can output 4K 422 10bit up to 60fps. Jake

[@radusz1]

@@CVPTV thx

[@suchetdas5392]

Great review..One question though...Does this camera allow you to record in RAW externally?

[@CVPTV]

Not currently. Jake

[@suchetdas5392]

@@CVPTV Thanks..

[@VulcanworxSG]

Hi CVP, at 28:38 B card=232min @XAVC 410Mbps. Is that a 128Gb V90 card?

[@BeachfrontComedy]

Great review! Do you have an idea of how many stops better the R5 IBIS is compared to the C70 using the same lens?

[@bonishikawa9495]

Excellent review ! Can you change AF speed with C70 like EOSR5 ?

[@CVPTV]

Yes you can!

[@rensusun3349]

Hi, Thank you. May I know what is the Camera shooting your face in this video?

[@CVPTV]

Hey! It was shot with a Canon C200. Jake

[@riparianstudios]

15:05 I don't think you linked this and the tool on your site doesn't list the C70?

[@CVPTV]

I will chase about getting this online! Sorry! In the meantime I would just use the C300 MKIII as it has the same sensor size and crop factors. cvp.com/tools/cameralens

[@MatthewTyndall]

Returning my R5 and just preordered

[@CVPTV]

Do you mainly do video work?

[@brmoogma]

good move, if you do video....

[@MatthewTyndall]

CVP yup, run a production house and love the size of the c70. Was hoping to use R5 for B or C cam to the C500 or Amira. C70 is perfect for our needs.

[@ScottBell]

Such a great review. Thanks. Can't wait for this camera.

[@Mr.StealYoCat]

when will the c90 or c 50 come out? like the new version of this camera? anyone know?

[@IanCresswell]

Fantastic overview here.

[@CVPTV]

Glad you liked it! Jake

[@indymogul]

Fabulous review!

[@CVPTV]

Thank you!! Jake

[@wcsdiaries]

@@CVPTV What is a focus measurement hook?

[@dglatz01]

Super informative video - well done! Do you have any ideas or recommendations for EVF for this camera? We do a ton of outdoor shooting (wildlife and nature) so slightly doubtful the LCD will be bright enough. We have a couple Atomos Ninja V's so perhaps that's the best option. Thank you!

[@Miguel_Molina]

This video made me return the a7siii and preorder the c70. Wish I would have saw it sooner though. I have to wait till DECEMBER 😢

[@smallbizdigitalmedia]

What specifically made you switch?

[@Miguel_Molina]

@@smallbizdigitalmedia internal ND filters, DGO sensor, 16 stops of dynamic, dedicated controls. also, the image looks better as all cinema cameras usually look better than the mirrorless options due to the nuances you can't find on a spec sheet. ive had the a7s, a7sii, and the a7iii. so i was really hype with a7siii. but even the BMPCC6k has a better image in prores than the a7siii does in raw. Which just goes to my point, you will find image qualities that are comparably better you won't find in specs

[@SeanWeaverDWC]

This will be a great compliment to our c300 mark III. Pre-ordered. Hopefully next year, we can finally replace our 1dx mark II's with an "R1"

[@CVPTV]

Yeah it's perfect as a B cam to C300MKIII! I'm intrigued to see if Canon do a 1D spec'd cam in the R range, we shall see! Jake

[@esphilee]

Excellent design.