Switch from Eos 30D to Eos 70D? Compatible?

[Saluki]

I have an Eos 30D and am considering swapping for a 70D. Are the batteries, lenses from my 30D going to be compatible with a 70D?

[kvbarkley]

Lenses, yes. Batteries, probably not.

[MikeSowsun]

The 30D, 40D, and 50D used the BP-511 battery.

Canon switched to the LP-E6 battery with the 60D, 70D, 80D etc.

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[Saluki]

Hmmmm..... OK, would the Eos 50D accept the lenses and batteries of my 30D?

[MikeSowsun]

Yes, the 50D uses the same battery and lenses as your 30D.

[Saluki]

Comparing the 50D and 70D, looks like the 70D is a big step up and worth the minor hassel of new batteries. I have a couple battery chargers for the BP-511 batteries of the 30D. Will these work with the LP-E6 battery of the 70D?

[shadowsports]

Greetings,

No. You'll need a new charger with the different batteries. The benefits of the 70D over the 30D are pretty huge. 7 yrs newer. 8 vs 20MP, weather sealed body, touch screen and more.

Please be aware of this product advisory and check the serial number of the 70D you are considering:

Canon Support | Service Notice: EOS 70D: Error 70 or Error 80 | Canon U.S.A., Inc.

The free repair option for this recall ends at the end of this year (2022). Do not purchase a camera if its serial number falls within the range of identified devices. Of course if you could step up to the 80 or 90D, even better.