Canon 70D that pioneered Dual Pixel AF with versatile 18-135mm STM, revolutionary technology at mid-range pricing.
The Canon EOS 70D with 18-135mm IS STM is an enthusiast 20.2-megapixel DSLR kit from 2013 that introduced revolutionary Dual Pixel CMOS AF — the technology that transformed Canon's Live View and video autofocus across all subsequent bodies.
The Dual Pixel AF was groundbreaking — the first sensor-level phase detection for Live View that provided DSLR-fast autofocus via the rear screen. The 18-135mm IS STM covers 29-216mm equivalent with quiet STM AF and IS, providing versatile all-in-one coverage.
Build quality is Canon enthusiast with weather resistance, articulating touchscreen, and the comprehensive controls expected of the xx-D series. The 19-point viewfinder AF and 7fps burst handle action, and Wi-Fi enables wireless sharing.
The 70D with 18-135mm offers the original Dual Pixel AF experience with versatile zoom at excellent used pricing. The revolutionary AF technology and all-in-one zoom provide capability that fundamentally changed Canon's video and Live View performance.