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Canon EOS 7D

18.0 megapixels, first seen: 11 January 2009

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  • User Score (675)
    9.2 9.2 from 675 reviewers
  • Expert Score (28)
    8.6 8.6 from 28 reviewers
  • Design (8)
    9.6 9.6 from 8 reviewers
  • Value for money (49)
    9.5 9.5 from 49 reviewers
  • Features (48)
    10 10 from 48 reviewers
  • Ease of use (44)
    9.8 9.8 from 44 reviewers
  • Performance (38)
    9.7 9.7 from 38 reviewers
  • Picture quality (74)
    9.5 9.5 from 74 reviewers
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Pros & Cons

  • flexible autofocus system, snapfast af, versatile focusing modes, looks more madom, bright 100 viewfinder
  • noisier than full frame, addiction to l lenses, contrast focus mediocre, diffraction issues, possibly the weight

With a host of brand new features designed to enhance every facet of the photographic process, from still images to video, the new EOS 7D represents a whole new class of camera. Made to be the tool of choice for serious photographers and semi-professionals, the EOS 7D features an all-new 18.0 Megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor and Dual DIGIC 4 Image Processors, capturing tremendous images at up to ISO 12800 and speeds of up to 8 fps. The EOS 7D has a new all cross-type …

Specifications

Type

  • Type
    Digital, AF/AE single-lens reflex camera with built-in flash
  • Recording Media
    CF Card Type I and II, UDMA-compliant CF cards, via external media (USB v.2.0 hard drive, via optional Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E5A)
  • Image Sensor Size
    22.3 x 14.9 mm (APS-C size)
  • Compatible Lenses
    Canon EF lenses including EF-S lenses (35mm-equivalent focal length is approx. 1.6x the lens focal length)

Release Date

  • First seen
    11 January 2009

Canon EOS 7D

The Canon EOS 7D is a digital SLR camera that features eight frames per second (fps) shooting, new Zone AF mode focusing and 24p Full HD video recording. The unit features EOS advancements including a 19-point Autofocus system, a Canon iFCL Metering System (Intelligent Focus, Color, Luminance) and an Intelligent Viewfinder. An 18-megapixel Canon CMOS sensor and Dual DIGIC 4 Imaging Processors powers the EOS 7D’s 14-bit A/D data conversion and its ability to freeze fast motion in high-re…

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Canon EOS 7D

The Canon EOS 7D is a digital SLR camera that features eight frames per second (fps) shooting, new Zone AF mode focusing and 24p Full HD video recording. The unit features EOS advancements including a 19-point Autofocus system, a Canon iFCL Metering System (Intelligent Focus, Color, Luminance) and an Intelligent Viewfinder. An 18-megapixel Canon CMOS sensor and Dual DIGIC 4 Imaging Processors powers the EOS 7D’s 14-bit A/D data conversion and its ability to freeze fast motion in high-resolution with eight fps continuous shooting up to 126 Large JPEGS using a UDMA CF card, positioning this camera for the studio as well as the sideline. The EOS 7D supports from 100-6400 (expandable to 12,800) ISO settings that allows users to capture low-light images with or without a flash. It also features Full HD video capture at 1920 x 1080 resolution with selectable frame rates of 24p, 25p or 30p. Native 24p recording.

Features

The Canon EOS 7D features a multi-axis cross-type 19-point AF grid, where the focusing points are evenly spread out across the image plane and clearly displayed through Canon’s Intelligent Viewfinder. All 19 points are f/5.6-sensitive for both horizontal and vertical cross-type focusing, while the center AF point adds high-precision diagonal cross-type sensitivity for f/2.8 and larger aperture lenses. The Canon EOS 7D Digital SLR camera also allows numerous AF area selection modes which includes: Spot AF mode which reduces the size of a single AF point to focus on small subjects like an animal in a cage; AF Point Expansion mode which uses a cluster of AF points adjacent to the selected AF point to automatically assist focusing on moving subjects, such as an athlete on the run and Zone AF which divides the 19 AF points into five selectable focusing zones and makes it easier to achieve focus with subjects that are difficult to track with Single Point AF or AF point expansion, such as birds in flight. The unit also features built-in Dual Axis Electronic Level which is an artificial horizon over the image on the rear LCD screen in Live View or in the viewfinder to help identify when the camera is in a fixed level shooting position and ready to take the shot; built-in wireless Integrated Speedlite Transmitter for control of multiple off-camera EOS Speedlites without the need for an external transmitter; Intelligent Macro Tracking function which helps reduce blur during macro shooting; Wireless Connectivity via WFT-E5A wireless file transmitter (WFT) that allows photographers to fire up to 10 cameras simultaneously from across the room, transfer and display images on DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) compatible televisions and photo frames and geotagging via Bluetooth (with compatible GPS devices to append coordinate data to the images).

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Reviews of Canon EOS 7D

  1. Reviewer: DP Review
    11 June 2009

    If you are looking at the pros and cons list above you could be forgiven for getting the impression that we somehow struggled to populate the cons list with a number of bullet points that comes at least close to what you can see in the pros department. You are not mistaken. The EOS 7D is an excellent addition to Canon's range of APS-C DSLRs that is, in terms of build quality, speed of operation, ergonomics and image quality, a cut above Canon's previous APS-C flagship,... Read more

  2. Canon EOS 7D

    Reviewer: Neo Camera
    31 October 2009
    Overall 8
    7.5
     

    The Canon EOS 7D is a new advanced cropped-sensor DSLR with a very rich feature set starting with an 18 MP sensor with ISO sensitivity range up to 12,800 and high-speed continuous drive up to 8 FPS and including many advanced features such as a 100% coverage viewfinder, a digital level, weather-sealed body and 1080p HD video recording capabilities with full manual controls. Read more

  3. Canon EOS 7D

    Reviewer: Camera Labs
    1 November 2009
    Overall 9
    9.3
     

    The EOS 7D also represents a departure for Canon which at this level always slotted its models in-between those from Nikon. So in the past you’d have the EOS 50D fitting roughly between Nikon’s D90 and D300s for example. Canon also seemed happy to let Nikon have the very high-end cropped frame market to itself, and while models like the EOS 50D overtook Nikon on resolution, the D300 and D300s maintained a dignified lead in viewfinder, AF and drive performance. Not... Read more

  4. Canon EOS 7D Review

    9 November 2009
    Overall 9
    9.4
    Design 10
    9.5
    Features 10
    10
    Performance 10
    9.5
    Picture quality 10
    9.5
     

    Changing a system that works so well can be a dangerous business, but Canon appears to have pulled it off with the 7D. The changes are subtle but generally help usability once you find the new positions. In the hand the 7D feels like a very solid and well-built camera, enough to be used as a regular workhorse for the semi-pro, or second camera for a pro. The quality of the results, the high ISO and video performance make this a serious consideration for anyone looking to... Read more

  5. Canon EOS 7D

    Reviewer: Wired
    19 February 2010
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    Canon's 7D DSLR Makes Serious Power Its Focus Maybe you're tired of using a crappy point-and-shoot. Or, maybe you feel like you've outgrown your awesome, yet dated, PowerShot G9. Maybe you're just looking to strap up a full-featured DSLR. Canon's newest 7D is the way to go. There's no maybe about it. Built around a brand new 18-megapixel CMOS image sensor and twin Digic 4 processors, the chunky, magnesium-bodied 7D bangs out impressively sharp, beautifully saturated... Read more

  1. A Camera that delights, thinks and works

    Reviewer: Aiyesha, WolfCamera.com
    5 December 2009 See Product at Best Price Electronics ($1,379.00)
    Overall 10
    10
     

    Had read several reviews and videos, tutorials about this product, and was thinking between the MK DII and the 7D. Somehow thought that the 7D would give me some extra money for adding a few lenses that i need. Boy was i right !.. Was on the road test shooting in New York City, and this baby is a treat to work with. Things you will notice about the 7D Are : 1. Body : the best body design by Canon - Period. it's not heavy, and has an amazing grip. The materials used are... Read more or see product

  2. "Great Digital SLR!!! Fantastic image quality!!!"

    Reviewer: CNET
    13 February 2010 See Product at Best Price Electronics ($1,379.00)
    Overall 10
    10
     

    This is a really great digital SLR!!! One of the best in the market, with high resolution: 18 MP!!! The picture quality is awasome!!! Video quality is great too, with a full HD capability... With a Canon 7D you don't need to buy a full HD camcorder, with one device, you have two equipments!!! I love it!!! Read more or see product

  3. Reviewer: DP Review
    15 February 2010 See Product at Best Price Electronics ($1,379.00)
    Overall 9
    9.4
     

    Only to pirinchov and to draw all other readers´attention to the obvious fact, that he is paid by Sony (or in a mad house). I personally own a Nikon D300s and had a hard time to choose between the D300s and the 7d. Only the 18-200 VR II Nikon made the difference. But: very very good cam, tried one intensively. If I had the money, I had one too and some excellent Canon lenses. Read more or see product

  4. I am in love with my 7D

    Reviewer: Amazon
    4 weeks ago See Product at Amazon ($1,599.00)
    Overall 10
    10
     

    I don't think I have much more to say that hasn't already been said about this camera. I love everything about my 7D - The quality, the focusing features, the feel, the controls and most of all, the durability. It is absolutely worth the money if you cannot afford to buy a full frame sensor. Read more or see product

  5. Great Camera

    Reviewer: Newegg
    29 June 2010
    Overall 10
    10
     

    Love the Focus Points, Fast Shutter, High ISO and HD videos Non so far. As long as you understand the limitations of your gear, you won't be disappointed. Read more

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