Canon EOS 7D

The definitive APS-C DSLR for action photography

Canon EOS 7D
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 17
Durability 17
Price 12
Usability 17
Brand Canon
Model 3814B003

Key Features

SENSOR 18.0 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR Dual DIGIC 4 image processors for high-speed processing
AUTOFOCUS 19-point all cross-type AF system
PHASE DETECTION Dedicated AF sensor with 19 cross-type points
VIDEO 1080p Full HD at 30/25/24 fps
STABILIZATION None (relies on lens-based IS)
BURST RATE 8 frames per second, up to 126 JPEGs
VIEWFINDER Optical pentaprism with 100% coverage, 1.0x magnification
DISPLAY 3.0-inch Clear View LCD, 920k dots, fixed
CONNECTIVITY USB 2.0, HDMI mini, external microphone input
MEMORY CARD Single CompactFlash (Type I/II) slot
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy body with extensive dust/moisture sealing
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 800 shots per charge (LP-E6)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Canon EOS 7D

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Via main/quick control dials
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Via main/quick control dials
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present Rear Quick Control Dial
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present Integrated into Live View switch
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Canon EOS 7D

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Canon EOS 7D Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

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Technical Specification

Sensor APS-C CMOS
Resolution 18.0 MP
ISO Range 100-6400 (expandable to 12800)
Autofocus 19-point all cross-type
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 8 fps
Video 1920x1080 @ 30/25/24p
Stabilization Lens-based only
Viewfinder Optical Pentaprism, 100% coverage
LCD 3.0-inch, 920k dots
Memory Card CompactFlash (CF)
Connectivity USB 2.0, HDMI, Mic
Battery Life 800 shots
Weight 820g
Dimensions 148.2 x 110.7 x 73.5 mm