Canon EOS 7D Mark II

The ultimate APS-C powerhouse for action photography

Canon EOS 7D Mark II
84/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 17
Performance 18
Durability 19
Price 14
Usability 16
Brand Canon
Model 9128B003

Key Features

SENSOR 20.2 Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR Dual DIGIC 6 image processors for high-speed performance
AUTOFOCUS 65-point all cross-type AF system with iTR tracking
PHASE DETECTION Dual Pixel CMOS AF for smooth video and Live View
VIDEO 1080p Full HD up to 60fps, MOV/MP4 formats
STABILIZATION None (relies on lens-based IS)
BURST RATE 10 frames per second with deep buffer
VIEWFINDER Intelligent Viewfinder II with 100% coverage
DISPLAY 3.0-inch Clear View II LCD, 1.04m dots, fixed
CONNECTIVITY USB 3.0, HDMI, Mic/Headphone, PC Sync terminal
MEMORY CARD Dual slots: 1x CF (UDMA 7) and 1x SD/SDHC/SDXC
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy body with extensive dust/weather resistance
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 670 shots per charge (LP-E6N)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Canon EOS 7D Mark II

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 command dials
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Via command dials
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✓ Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Canon EOS 7D Mark II

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Canon EOS 7D Mark II 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 20.2 MP
ISO Range 100-16,000 (expandable to 51,200)
Autofocus 65-point all cross-type
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 10 fps
Video 1920 x 1080 @ 60p
Stabilization None
Viewfinder Optical (Pentaprism)
LCD 3.0-inch Fixed
Memory Card CF + SD
Connectivity USB 3.0, HDMI, Mic, Headphone
Battery Life 670 shots
Weight 910g
Dimensions 148.6 x 112.4 x 78.2 mm