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Canon EOS 7D

18.0 megapixels

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  • User Score (1902)
    9.3 9.3 from 1902 reviewers
  • Expert Score (48)
    8.8 8.8 from 48 reviewers
  • Design (13)
    9.3 9.3 from 13 reviewers
  • Value for money (242)
    9.2 9.2 from 242 reviewers
  • Features (209)
    10 10 from 209 reviewers
  • Ease of use (237)
    9.2 9.2 from 237 reviewers
  • Performance (87)
    9.4 9.4 from 87 reviewers
  • Picture quality (239)
    9.7 9.7 from 239 reviewers
  • Durability (8)
    8.8 8.8 from 8 reviewers
  • Reliability (5)
    10 10 from 5 reviewers
  • Overall quality (25)
    9.7 9.7 from 25 reviewers
  • Battery performance (2)
    10 10 from 2 reviewers
  • Display (75)
    9.2 9.2 from 75 reviewers
  • Construction (23)
    9.7 9.7 from 23 reviewers
  • Photo quality (24)
    10 10 from 24 reviewers
  • Video quality (6)
    10 10 from 6 reviewers
  • Ergonomics (65)
    9.3 9.3 from 65 reviewers
  • Ease of setup (3)
    8.3 8.3 from 3 reviewers
  • Portability (10)
    10 10 from 10 reviewers
  • Build quality (2)
    9.4 9.4 from 2 reviewers
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. Imaging Resource

    Imaging Resource
    2 November 2011

    With just about everything this photographer could want and more, the Canon 7D is an impressive digital SLR camera. Canon took a well-established camera design and added several key features that users overwhelmingly requested, raised the resolution and frame rate, and added HD video to create a very capable tool for more serious photographers. Read more

    • Excellent 18-megapixel sensor with impressively low noise and superb detail, Very good high ISO performance, especially for 18-megapixel subframe sensor, Rugged constr...
    • Switching to Live View mode is slow, No dedicated AF-assist lamp (flash is used), and AF-assist adjustment is buried in the Flash Settings menu, AF not as good in low ...
  2. PC Magazine

    PC Magazine
    8.0/10
    21 December 2009

    The Canon EOS 7D is one of the best midrange D-SLRs money can buy. But if you don't need comprehensive video recording features or ultra-high-resolution images, there are a handful of competing D-SLRs that produce comparable image quality for half the price. Read more

    • Excellent still-image and HD-video quality. Fast performance. Various HD video recording options.
    • Pricey. Video recording is not as simple as with a dedicated camcorder.
  3. Digitaltrends

    Digitaltrends
    8.5/10
    14 December 2009

    We have no reservations about giving the Canon EOS 7D an Editor’s Choice designation – it’s a great DSLR that just so happens to record high-definition videos. The big question, though: Is the camera worth its steep asking price? Happily, the answer is yes, since it’s an investment that will pay you back for years to come in terms of great photos. Moreover, for those who enjoy a challenge, it will take some time to learn all of the device’s capabilities. Read more

    • Great 18MP photo quality, Blazing fast 8 fps shooting, Pinpoint focusing, Just so happens to take HD videos
    • Expensive, Heavy—it’s a commitment, Video focusing takes practice, Considerable learning curve
  4. Digital Camera Review

    Digital Camera Review
    9.0/10
    7 December 2009

    With the introduction of the 7D, Canon has fit a camera neatly into both the resolution and cost gaps that had formerly existed in their DSLR lineup. Now there's a smooth progression of resolution from 10 megapixels to 21 at roughly 2 or 3 megapixel increments, and a $1700 camera to fill the gap between the $1100 50D and $2700 5DII. Read more

    • Good image quality, Great continuous shooting rate with JPEG files, 8 fps high speed shooting rate, HD video
    • Cost, 72 dpi output of images
  5. Camera Labs

    Camera Labs
    9.3/10
    1 November 2009

    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. Read more

    • Tough build and superb ergonomics., Zonable 19-point AF and 8fps burst shooting., Big viewfinder with graphics. VGA screen., Adjustable HD resolution and fps with mic ...
    • Basic 3-frame exposure bracketing., Single card slot versus dual on D300s., Flash flickers for AF illumination., Image quality surpassed by 5D Mark II.
  • User Reviews

  1. Great Camera, Excellant Photos, Not for Beginners

    Bestbuy
    10/10
    Reviewer: JNeman, Bestbuy
    27 October 2011

    This was an upgrade from Canon 50D Great Camera Not light, be prepared for the weight. You should know what you are doing with the different settings and programs. My 50D had more auto programs, made it easier for those lazy days. This is definitely for more professional/serious hobbyist. Read more

    • Amazing Photo Quality
    • Need to know what you are doing with settings
  2. Great step up rom T2i preparing for 5D MarkII

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: EliR, Amazon
    2 days ago See Product at Amazon ($1,347.99)

    THis camera replaced my Canon T2i. It has much more professional feeling from any Rebale line, more functions, better shutter speed, light meter is much accurate with more options. The option of changing ISO in video mode makes a big diference when you can actualy control the light on the camera and not in post production. Read more or see product

  3. Noise?

    Newegg
    6.0/10
    Reviewer: JdS, Newegg
    28 November 2011

    Quick question. Just received my camera from Newegg. Haven't had time to use it yet since I'm in the office and my lenses are at home. When I took the camera out of the box it feels solid. But when I shake it, it sounds like there is something lose in there. Is that normal? And no, it is not the mirror. Sounds smaller. Like a small screw or small piece of plastic or something. Read more

    • Not yet. Will edit this after using the camera a few times.
    • Not yet Will edit this after using the camera a few times.
  4. Awesome Prosumer level camera!!

    J&R
    10/10
    Reviewer: FazmanFaz, J&R
    15 January 2011

    The ease of use and 3 custom set modes on the dial allow for w=extremely quick transitions from single shot mode to HD video in less than 5 seconds Read more

    • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus, Fast Shutter Speed, Good Image Quality, Good Image Stabilization
    • Noisy At High ISO
  5. EOS 7D - Better EOS then ever

    10/10
    3 weeks ago

    Having used a 30D for several years, it is time to upgrade to a newer model. 30D is the a good machine except it gets dusty on the sensor too easily. 7D should not have that problem. Read more

    • design, features, Large Display Screen, picture quality
    • expensive
  • WikiFreak Description

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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  • Manufacturer's Description

With a host of new features designed to enhance every facet of the photographic process, from still images to video, the EOS 7D represents an entirely new class of camera. It offers 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. 18.0 megapixel CMOS sensor and dual DIGIC 4 image processors ISO 100-6400 for shooting from bright to dim light 8.0 fps continuous s…

Specifications

  • 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 Format
    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
    12 January 2009

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