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Canon EOS 7D Mark II Digital SLR Camera with 18-135mm is STM Lens
Brand | Canon |
Model Name | Canon EOS 7D Mark II |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 20.2 MP |
Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Image Stabilization | No |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot, Partial |
Exposure Control Type | Program AE, Aperture priority AE, Bulb, Shutter priority AE, Custom (1-3), Manual, Automatic |
Form Factor | Mid-size SLR |
About this item
- 20.2 MP CMOS sensor and ISO 100-16000
- High spped continuous shooting up to 10.0 fps
- 65-point all cross-type AF system
- Stunning Full HD video with Custom Movie Servo AF (speed and sensitivity)
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF enables you to shoot video like a camcorder
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Auto focus | — | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.1 | 4.5 |
Image stabilization | — | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.6 |
Picture quality | — | 4.1 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Sold By | — | BluebirdSales | AAAA Universe | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
display size | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches |
lens type | normal | Wide Angle | Telephoto | Telephoto | Telephoto | Telephoto |
zoom type | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom | Digital Zoom | — | — | Digital Zoom |
shooting modes | Automatic | Automatic | Bulb Mode,Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority | Automatic | Automatic | Bulb Mode,Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
connectivity tech | HDMI, USB | Wi-Fi, NFC | USB | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Micro HDMI, USB | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB | USB |
video resolution | FHD 1080p | 1080p | 2160p | 4320p | 2160p | 2160p |
optical zoom | 7.5 multiplier x | 3 multiplier x | 0 multiplier x | 0 multiplier x | 0 multiplier x | 0 multiplier x |
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What's in the box
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Fuel Your Creative Passion
Optimized to make even the most challenging photographic situations effortless, Canon’s EOS 7D Mark II camera features a sophisticated 20.2 Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, Dual DIGIC 6 Image Processors and more in a rugged, ergonomic design to ensure fast operation and robust still and moving images.
Continuous Shooting
Up to 10.0 fps High-speed Shooting
The EOS 7D Mark II camera has a rugged shutter that's constructed to withstand up to 200,000 cycles and operate quickly with just a 55 msec shutter release time lag. Capable of shooting up to 10.0 frames per second, it delivers reliable, speedy performance for high-caliber image capture.
65-point All Cross-type AF
Outstanding Autofocus
The EOS 7D Mark II camera features 65-point* All Cross-type AF that helps ensure precise and stable AF no matter the subject or the camera’s orientation. A wide AF area, a central dual cross-type AF point of f/2.8 and EV -3 sensitivity mean fast, consistent focus even in dim lighting.
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Intelligent Viewfinder II
Customizable and easy to use, the EOS 7D Mark II's Intelligent Viewfinder II lets you both shoot, change and confirm camera settings and shooting modes all without looking away from the viewfinder.
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Large Zone AF
Select from three large zones to focus on the closest subject. Ideal for multiple or fast subjects.
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AF Point Expansion
Increases the size and coverage of an AF point. Ideal for sports and fast-moving subjects.
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Spot AF (Single-point)
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65-point AF Auto Selection
65 points are active and the camera selects the AF point. Ideal and flexible for many situations.
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Full HD 60p
The EOS 7D Mark II delivers detailed EOS movie quality with Full HD 60p**, at up to high ISO values.
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Dual Pixel CMOS AF
The Dual Pixel CMOS AF enables shooting with fast, precise autofocus even for moving subjects.
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Movie Servo AF
Movie Servo AF allows you to define AF points and tailor their speed and tracking to movement.
Wi-Fi Capable
The Wi-Fi Adapter W-E1*** enables wireless communication with smartphones, tablets and computers for remote operation and image transfer. Easily installed in the camera’s SD card slot, the Wi-Fi Adapter W-E1 delivers quick and convenient Wi-Fi^ operation, enhancing the EOS 7D Mark II’s potential.
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Auto Focus Technology | Phase Detection, Center, Selective single-point, Face Detection, Tracking, Multi-area, Single, Continuous, Live View, Contrast Detection |
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Aspect Ratio | Unknown |
Display Resolution Maximum | 1040000 |
Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 20.2 MP |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 20.2 MP |
White balance settings | Custom |
Self Timer Duration | 10 seconds |
JPEG quality level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
Camera Flash | F3.5–F5.6 |
Image Stabilization | No |
Flash Sync Speed | 1/250 sec |
Video Capture Format | AVC |
Video Capture Resolution | FHD 1080p |
Video Standard | MPEG-4, MOV |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.0x |
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Viewfinder Type | Optical |
Screen Size | 3 Inches |
Display Type | LCD |
Display Fixture Type | No |
Model Name | Canon EOS 7D Mark II |
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Brand | Canon |
Model Number | 9128B016 |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #447,957 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #984 in DSLR Cameras |
ASIN | B00NEWZGCS |
Number of Items | 1 |
Color | Black |
Included Components | EOS 7D Mark II EF-S 18-135mm IS STM Lens Kit, One Year Limited One Year Limited Warranty Card, EF-S 18-135mm IS STM, Wide Neck Strap EW-EOS7DMARKII, Battery Pack LP-E6N, Cable Protector, Battery Charger LC-E6, EOS Digital Solution Disc, USB Interface Cable IFC-150U II |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Processor Description | DIGIC 6 (dual) |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.87 x 3.07 x 4.41 inches |
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Item Weight | 0.91 Kilograms |
Warranty Type | 12 |
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Lens Type | normal |
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Optical Zoom | 7.5 x |
Maximum Aperture | 3.5 f |
Minimum Aperture | 5.6 f |
Zoom Type | Optical Zoom |
Autofocus Points | 65 |
Compatible Mountings | Canon EF-S, Canon EF |
Focus Type | Manual Focus |
Maximum Focal Length | 135 Millimeters |
Minimum Focal Length | 18 Millimeters |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 51200 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
Exposure Control Type | Program AE, Aperture priority AE, Bulb, Shutter priority AE, Custom (1-3), Manual, Automatic |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot, Partial |
Shooting Modes | Automatic |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | Lithium Metal batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | Lithium Ion |
Battery Weight | 79.4 Grams |
Battery Life | 670 Photos |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Connectivity Technology | USB, HDMI |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 10 |
Wireless Communication Technology | yes |
Flash Memory Type | CompactFlash + SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Special Feature | Expandable |
Skill Level | Professional |
Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
Form Factor | Mid-size SLR |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
GPS | Built-In |
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Product Description
EOS 7D Mark II Body, EF-S 18 135mm f/3.5 5.6 IS STM, Eyecup Eg, Wide Neck Strap EW-EOS 7D Mark II, USB Interface Cable IFC-150U II, Battery Pack LP-E6N, Battery Charger LC-E6, Cable Protector, EOS Digital Solution Disk, Software Instruction Manual
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Customers like the quality, autofocus, and image quality of the digital camera. For example, they mention the build quality is excellent, the autofocus is amazing, and the pictures are sharp. They say it performs well overall and that the extra features are worth the price.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the digital camera. They mention that the build quality is excellent, fantastic, and amazing. They also say that the camera housing is solid and has held up in foggy conditions with no issues. Customers also say it's a very serviceable camera for sporting events, has acceptable noise reduction for low light, and is an all-around good camera for any use. They appreciate the feel of something durable and say it is reliable.
"...front that this camera is by far quite possibly the fastest and most advanced APS-C 1.6x (60% more zoom with any lens) crop factor body on the market..." Read more
"...Bringing this review back to the 7D2 -- fabulous camera! Great new tool. Love it!" Read more
"...With a lens, the camera can weigh over a kilo, but it is a solid kilo. You will not be afraid of dropping it, though I recommend you don't...." Read more
"...Other -Build quality is excellent. The thing is solid as a rock, feels good in the hand, and allows for easy handling of large lenses...." Read more
Customers like the autofocus of the digital camera. They mention that the speed is amazing, the auto focus points is better than 6d, and the next-generation auto-focus system is lightning fast. The camera continues to amaze them with its focus tracking and 10 frames per second. The AI Servo auto focus is amazing and coupled with 10 frames a second, the 65 auto-focusing points make it possible to track a subject from one end of the frame.
"...and I must say up front that this camera is by far quite possibly the fastest and most advanced APS-C 1.6x (60% more zoom with any lens) crop factor..." Read more
"...are MANY other upgrades that work to my advantage, such a super-speedy continuous shooting, great high ISO IQ, excellent focusing and focus tracking..." Read more
"...Not so with this camera. It locks on and stays on point. The 65 auto-focus points make it possible to track a subject from one end of the viewfinder..." Read more
"...The viewfinder is impressive, both bright and with 100% coverage, and is capable of displaying an enormous amount of shooting information as well as..." Read more
Customers like the image quality of the camera. They say it's easy to use and takes great photos. The autofocus makes it easy to get great shots, and is great for portraits or for shooting a quiet event. The multiple cross focus points provide enormous opportunities in framing photos without moving the camera body itself.
"...: the menus/settings are easier to understand and it gets over 1500 images on a battery charge (vs maybe 800 images with 7D2)...." Read more
"...The images also sharpen well, and have excellent contrast using the default tone curve (Capture One's "Film" curves)...." Read more
"...watched the video taken using the 70-200mm IS USM II, it is wonderful, clear, crisp..zooms in and out very smooth...." Read more
"...The images seem a bit soft, but that can be adjusted with some slight compromises, color is great...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the camera. They say that it performs well overall, the lenses work beautifully, and it does great video and still work. Customers also mention that it has stellar performance in low light and that it works fine with no issues.
"...Even in low lit environments, the 7D Mark II performs exceedingly well with a healthy range of 23 ISO increments from 100 - 16,000...." Read more
"...work to my advantage, such a super-speedy continuous shooting, great high ISO IQ, excellent focusing and focus tracking options, to name a few...." Read more
"...'ll notice is that the camera keeps focus on moving objects really, really well...." Read more
"...Above 35 mm, the center point works great, which is perfect for portraits where you're framing in close and want to hit focus on a persons eyes...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the digital camera. They say it is a great all-around fast and powerful camera for the money. They also mention that the extra features are worth the extra money. Some say that the camera is well worth the wait and is able to produce high quality images. Customers are impressed with several key improvements and the enhanced AF.
"...The 7D Mark II is a great all around fast and powerful camera for the money...." Read more
"...I got the 400-pg Klostermann guide PDF. Good, inexpensive, it's helpful and covers all the features pretty well, but it's not quite all I was hoping..." Read more
"...The red ring lenses are pricey, but they are worth every single penny...." Read more
"...felt I needed the full-frame body, but here was a camera with the enhanced AF, at a price comparable to my original 7D. Of course I purchased it as..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the features of the digital camera. They mention that it has a wide range of functions that cover almost every photographic need, it's powerful, and it covers all the features pretty well. Some say that the camera is bigger than a 60D, but a whole lot more capable. They also appreciate the 64-point AF and many settings for how they work. Overall, customers are happy with the capabilities and performance of the product.
"...With that said, the 7D Mark II has an astronomical and dizzying amount of awesome features, so my review is based on a hands on experience and..." Read more
"...I got the 400-pg Klostermann guide PDF. Good, inexpensive, it's helpful and covers all the features pretty well, but it's not quite all I was hoping..." Read more
"...The thing that you'll notice is the multitude of possible settings that you can have...." Read more
"...is also far superior in my opinion with 64 point AF and many settings for how they work...." Read more
Customers like the noise of the camera. They mention that it has a low shutter noise, the in-camera software does great with noise, and the color noise is relatively well controlled. They also appreciate the quiet shutter mode and the luminance noise is finely patterned. The sensor has been improved with lower noise, even with a higher pixel count. Customers also like the fact that it's able to take single and multiple pictures in a silent mode.
"...The sound of the shutter is so fast, it literally moves faster than the blink of an eye, a heartbeat, or maybe close to the speed of light...." Read more
"...Canon 50D and the original 7D. The Mark II is also a bit sharper and less noisy than the 70D up to ISO 6400 (which is as far as I compared them)...." Read more
"...great with noise if you're shooting JPEGs, and the reviews reported great noise performance. But if you're shooting RAW, it's not as good...." Read more
"...The battery life is solid and exceeds expectations. Camera is noisy (even when silencing electronics) when silence is superior for wildlife..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the digital camera. Some mention that it's user friendly, the menus and settings are easier to understand, and it'll connect to a field monitor. However, others say that it is difficult, the learning curve is steep, and the navigation is too convoluted. The controls take some getting used to, and there is no English instruction manual.
"...Other advantages to the 7D: the menus/settings are easier to understand and it gets over 1500 images on a battery charge..." Read more
"...The Auto Focus section of the camera is a challenge and requires some reading, you tube videos, and some trial and error, but once you get it dialed..." Read more
"...The workaround is great, but it is frustrating to have to use it instead of the single focus point mode that is the customary norm for doing this..." Read more
"...I put in Lexar Professional 1066x 64GB memory, it runs smoothly and very quick.I am going to test some RAW files this weekend...." Read more
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3//29/2015 – In my original post, I made a comment about the strength of the 7D Mark II ISO that I have to make a correction to help other customers get the most accurate information. Originally, I stated “Honestly, this camera can shoot excellent shots even at 6,400 and above, and in order to see noise, you would have to blow up the picture on a computer or a very large print by zooming in at every single detail. Compared to most DSLRs on the market except the 1D-X (or Mark Five for those counting), the ISO performance on this camera is first class.” After over 1500 shots later, my experience is telling me that the high ISO function of 16,000 is a ‘strength’ to help the 7D Mark II shoot in low light situations much easier than a DSLR that can only typically produce 6,400, but it does not really improve the noise issue. When I made my original post, I was using the Canon’s ‘Digital Photo Professional’ (DPP) software which I believe masks a lot of the noise by default settings, but now that I upgraded to Lightroom 5 (LR5), I can see much more detail (noise) with the same pictures in RAW. There were shots that I have taken at 320 or 800 ISO now in daylight or slightly indoor settings that had significant noise issues, which are much lower than 6,400. While the higher ISO in the 7D Mark II helps the photographer take shots in low light situations with ease, I think the high ISO of 16,000 is considered an ‘overcompensation factor’ probably needed to help the APS-C sensor shoot pictures on 7D Mark II easier than say a full frame 5D Mark III or 6D DSLR. I have actually seen other photography videos run test on this sensor and ISO issue, and I believe that there is truth to this issue. The 7D Mark II is a great all around fast and powerful camera for the money. (My favorite at the moment) While every camera has noise issues, don’t expect this model to have the best sensor and noise functions compared to full-frame cameras. Regardless, with Lightroom 5, you can clean it up anyway, problem solved!
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Update 2/1/2015 - One negative thing I noticed about the 7D Mark II is the GPS function. I love it, but I have been observing for the past few weeks how if you enable the GPS, and turn off the camera, the GPS is still on and drains the batteries fairly quickly in a matter of days. Canon should have made this function turn off when the camera is turned off, not the same as camera on, but in sleep mode. Ever since, I disabled the GPS with the camera turned off, the batteries maintains its energy. Strange that this GPS function can be still use power even when you shut off the camera.
Update 1/19/2015 - Just learned that the 7D Mark comes with a built in intervalometer for long term continuous shooting for photography like star trailing. This camera is getting better by the day.
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My review and proud new owner of the Canon 7D Mark II. I graduated from the Rebel T5 and I must say up front that this camera is by far quite possibly the fastest and most advanced APS-C 1.6x (60% more zoom with any lens) crop factor body on the market! This camera is already becoming the envy from other photographers and my review will be updated periodically to provide deeper insights of this valuable piece of technology. One of the main inspirations for purchasing the 7D Mark II is because I kept coming across features that I wanted to use, but could not on my lower end model such as built in transmitter for wireless flash, IR sensor for wireless shutter, GPS for location stats for pictures taken and a slew of other internal functions. I wanted a camera that I did not have to worry about lacking features that only the top tier Canon body lineup had for the next 5 years, so I made the jump. With that said, the 7D Mark II has an astronomical and dizzying amount of awesome features, so my review is based on a hands on experience and focused on the major highlights. So here goes something!
1) The first observation I immediately noticed is how heavy and solidly built the 7D Mark II is. At 820 grams or 1.80 lbs., this camera weighs like a beefy beast. This body contains magnesium alloy and you can tell immediately. My other cameras feel like a feather weight compared to this. This weight does not count adding a pro standard or telephoto lens, flash and battery grip. In the end, it may add up to be nearly 4 - 10 lbs. depending on your setup. All the buttons are placed in the right spots, the LCD screen is surprisingly smaller at 3 inches instead of the standard 3.2 inches like my Rebel T5 and other DSLR bodies. I could not reuse my extra screen protectors. You notice a cool eight way directional `joystick' with a lever right above the `Q' button to operate on board controls such as the highly anticipated 65 AF All Cross Point System , which will be discussed later.
2) Second, at 10 FPS High Continuous shutter speed, the 7D Mark II is a rapid fire beast! Let me explain, on most cameras, you can hear the shutter close and release making a sound like `Chit...Cher'. (Sounds like Transformers, Don't laugh, lol) On the 7D Mark II, you just hear "Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick". The sound of the shutter is so fast, it literally moves faster than the blink of an eye, a heartbeat, or maybe close to the speed of light. (No exaggeration). Although you can use this camera for any type of photography, this body is most certainly made for sports, wildlife and anything that moves fast. I even love how you can set the shutter to shoot photos from ranges such as 1/1,000 to 1/8,000 of a second, preventing the camera from falling below a certain shutter threshold if the subject moves very fast. Also, you can decrease shutter speeds in High Mode from 5 to 10 FPS, Low Mode from 1-9 FPS and even switch to a Silent Mode from 1-4 FPS. Interestingly, many other high speed shutter functions on other camera sound like rockets at war, whereas the 7D Mark II sounds fairly quiet even in High Mode at 10 FPS. (No joke) The buffer on the camera also does a great job loading the multitude of all the recently taken pictures very quickly to the SD or CF cards, which you have the option of adding both at the same time and changing which one you want to use for pictures and video (I only use SD Cards for now)
3) The 65 All Cross Point AF is a masterpiece of the smartest Canon technology. The ability to switch on the AF Points while looking through the viewfinder and A) Increase the size of the AF Points, B) Move the AF Points to different subjects in the view, C) See clearly with a red lit VF Display, and D) Allow the AI Servo Mode to perform an extra six `Cases' to track your subjects with the AF mode.....insane computer camera technology! My words cannot do justice for the function alone, I hear that this mode alone surpasses anything on the market right now. I will admit that the 65 All Cross Point works like 99 % of the time for that tact sharpness of your intended subject demanded by the most professional photographers. I would prefer 100% of the time, because of the cost and value of this product along with an expensive Canon lens. In addition, the Viewfinder is so intelligent that it allows the user to add or remove certain icons to be displayed through the viewfinder itself such as AF Mode, Shoot Mode, White Balance, Drive Mode, Metering, Image Quality and even Anti-Flicker Mode. Amazing! Other than that, the 65 All Cross Point system works excellently.
4) ISO, ISO, ISO. Concerning ISO, if you use a 7D Mark II, you really do not need to worry about noise and grain on most shots. Even in low lit environments, the 7D Mark II performs exceedingly well with a healthy range of 23 ISO increments from 100 - 16,000. If you want more, you can go to 25,600 or the max 51,200. Honestly, this camera can shoot excellent shots even at 6,400 and above, and in order to see noise, you would have to blow up the picture on a computer or a very large print by zooming in at every single detail. Compared to most DSLRs on the market except the 1D-X (or Mark Five for those counting), the ISO performance on this camera is first class.
5) Another function that I thought I should add to my review is on exposure. This may seem insignificant to some, but I thought this was awesome. On my older models including the Rebel T5, I had trouble in Shutter and Aperture Priority Modes where the use of a Speedlite Flash would cause over exposure. (I tried adjusting my settings to no avail) However, on the 7D Mark II, there is a function that allows the user to command the computer to correct and over and under exposure specifically in those modes mentioned prior. Now when I use my Speedlite Flash in Shutter and Aperture Priority, I don't have that over exposure problem anymore.
The only negative thing I noticed about the 7D Mark II is the battery life. I don't think it is the battery itself, but I believe this body juices so much battery power with the high speed 10 FPS. The shutter speed is absolutely insane and the camera by design encourages you to switch from One Shot Mode to High Speed Continuous Mode; it is that addictive to shoot shots so fast during live action events that you do not want to miss a beat.
So there you have it, I really wish I could write more because there really is a lot to talk about this particular camera. It is a first class DSLR that outshines some of the many other Canon and other competitor cameras on the market. When you compare the specs and hands on experience, the 7D Mark is (IMO) the 1D-X's `little BIG brother" for much lower, but still price tag. Believe me, I did thought about getting the 5D Mark III, but I extremely satisfied and overwhelmed with prideful ownership for the 7D Mark II because it is really a stellar DSLR camera. I strongly believe this camera will retain of its value for photography professionals and enthusiast for years to come.
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2015
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3//29/2015 – In my original post, I made a comment about the strength of the 7D Mark II ISO that I have to make a correction to help other customers get the most accurate information. Originally, I stated “Honestly, this camera can shoot excellent shots even at 6,400 and above, and in order to see noise, you would have to blow up the picture on a computer or a very large print by zooming in at every single detail. Compared to most DSLRs on the market except the 1D-X (or Mark Five for those counting), the ISO performance on this camera is first class.” After over 1500 shots later, my experience is telling me that the high ISO function of 16,000 is a ‘strength’ to help the 7D Mark II shoot in low light situations much easier than a DSLR that can only typically produce 6,400, but it does not really improve the noise issue. When I made my original post, I was using the Canon’s ‘Digital Photo Professional’ (DPP) software which I believe masks a lot of the noise by default settings, but now that I upgraded to Lightroom 5 (LR5), I can see much more detail (noise) with the same pictures in RAW. There were shots that I have taken at 320 or 800 ISO now in daylight or slightly indoor settings that had significant noise issues, which are much lower than 6,400. While the higher ISO in the 7D Mark II helps the photographer take shots in low light situations with ease, I think the high ISO of 16,000 is considered an ‘overcompensation factor’ probably needed to help the APS-C sensor shoot pictures on 7D Mark II easier than say a full frame 5D Mark III or 6D DSLR. I have actually seen other photography videos run test on this sensor and ISO issue, and I believe that there is truth to this issue. The 7D Mark II is a great all around fast and powerful camera for the money. (My favorite at the moment) While every camera has noise issues, don’t expect this model to have the best sensor and noise functions compared to full-frame cameras. Regardless, with Lightroom 5, you can clean it up anyway, problem solved!
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Update 2/1/2015 - One negative thing I noticed about the 7D Mark II is the GPS function. I love it, but I have been observing for the past few weeks how if you enable the GPS, and turn off the camera, the GPS is still on and drains the batteries fairly quickly in a matter of days. Canon should have made this function turn off when the camera is turned off, not the same as camera on, but in sleep mode. Ever since, I disabled the GPS with the camera turned off, the batteries maintains its energy. Strange that this GPS function can be still use power even when you shut off the camera.
Update 1/19/2015 - Just learned that the 7D Mark comes with a built in intervalometer for long term continuous shooting for photography like star trailing. This camera is getting better by the day.
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My review and proud new owner of the Canon 7D Mark II. I graduated from the Rebel T5 and I must say up front that this camera is by far quite possibly the fastest and most advanced APS-C 1.6x (60% more zoom with any lens) crop factor body on the market! This camera is already becoming the envy from other photographers and my review will be updated periodically to provide deeper insights of this valuable piece of technology. One of the main inspirations for purchasing the 7D Mark II is because I kept coming across features that I wanted to use, but could not on my lower end model such as built in transmitter for wireless flash, IR sensor for wireless shutter, GPS for location stats for pictures taken and a slew of other internal functions. I wanted a camera that I did not have to worry about lacking features that only the top tier Canon body lineup had for the next 5 years, so I made the jump. With that said, the 7D Mark II has an astronomical and dizzying amount of awesome features, so my review is based on a hands on experience and focused on the major highlights. So here goes something!
1) The first observation I immediately noticed is how heavy and solidly built the 7D Mark II is. At 820 grams or 1.80 lbs., this camera weighs like a beefy beast. This body contains magnesium alloy and you can tell immediately. My other cameras feel like a feather weight compared to this. This weight does not count adding a pro standard or telephoto lens, flash and battery grip. In the end, it may add up to be nearly 4 - 10 lbs. depending on your setup. All the buttons are placed in the right spots, the LCD screen is surprisingly smaller at 3 inches instead of the standard 3.2 inches like my Rebel T5 and other DSLR bodies. I could not reuse my extra screen protectors. You notice a cool eight way directional `joystick' with a lever right above the `Q' button to operate on board controls such as the highly anticipated 65 AF All Cross Point System , which will be discussed later.
2) Second, at 10 FPS High Continuous shutter speed, the 7D Mark II is a rapid fire beast! Let me explain, on most cameras, you can hear the shutter close and release making a sound like `Chit...Cher'. (Sounds like Transformers, Don't laugh, lol) On the 7D Mark II, you just hear "Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick, Tick". The sound of the shutter is so fast, it literally moves faster than the blink of an eye, a heartbeat, or maybe close to the speed of light. (No exaggeration). Although you can use this camera for any type of photography, this body is most certainly made for sports, wildlife and anything that moves fast. I even love how you can set the shutter to shoot photos from ranges such as 1/1,000 to 1/8,000 of a second, preventing the camera from falling below a certain shutter threshold if the subject moves very fast. Also, you can decrease shutter speeds in High Mode from 5 to 10 FPS, Low Mode from 1-9 FPS and even switch to a Silent Mode from 1-4 FPS. Interestingly, many other high speed shutter functions on other camera sound like rockets at war, whereas the 7D Mark II sounds fairly quiet even in High Mode at 10 FPS. (No joke) The buffer on the camera also does a great job loading the multitude of all the recently taken pictures very quickly to the SD or CF cards, which you have the option of adding both at the same time and changing which one you want to use for pictures and video (I only use SD Cards for now)
3) The 65 All Cross Point AF is a masterpiece of the smartest Canon technology. The ability to switch on the AF Points while looking through the viewfinder and A) Increase the size of the AF Points, B) Move the AF Points to different subjects in the view, C) See clearly with a red lit VF Display, and D) Allow the AI Servo Mode to perform an extra six `Cases' to track your subjects with the AF mode.....insane computer camera technology! My words cannot do justice for the function alone, I hear that this mode alone surpasses anything on the market right now. I will admit that the 65 All Cross Point works like 99 % of the time for that tact sharpness of your intended subject demanded by the most professional photographers. I would prefer 100% of the time, because of the cost and value of this product along with an expensive Canon lens. In addition, the Viewfinder is so intelligent that it allows the user to add or remove certain icons to be displayed through the viewfinder itself such as AF Mode, Shoot Mode, White Balance, Drive Mode, Metering, Image Quality and even Anti-Flicker Mode. Amazing! Other than that, the 65 All Cross Point system works excellently.
4) ISO, ISO, ISO. Concerning ISO, if you use a 7D Mark II, you really do not need to worry about noise and grain on most shots. Even in low lit environments, the 7D Mark II performs exceedingly well with a healthy range of 23 ISO increments from 100 - 16,000. If you want more, you can go to 25,600 or the max 51,200. Honestly, this camera can shoot excellent shots even at 6,400 and above, and in order to see noise, you would have to blow up the picture on a computer or a very large print by zooming in at every single detail. Compared to most DSLRs on the market except the 1D-X (or Mark Five for those counting), the ISO performance on this camera is first class.
5) Another function that I thought I should add to my review is on exposure. This may seem insignificant to some, but I thought this was awesome. On my older models including the Rebel T5, I had trouble in Shutter and Aperture Priority Modes where the use of a Speedlite Flash would cause over exposure. (I tried adjusting my settings to no avail) However, on the 7D Mark II, there is a function that allows the user to command the computer to correct and over and under exposure specifically in those modes mentioned prior. Now when I use my Speedlite Flash in Shutter and Aperture Priority, I don't have that over exposure problem anymore.
The only negative thing I noticed about the 7D Mark II is the battery life. I don't think it is the battery itself, but I believe this body juices so much battery power with the high speed 10 FPS. The shutter speed is absolutely insane and the camera by design encourages you to switch from One Shot Mode to High Speed Continuous Mode; it is that addictive to shoot shots so fast during live action events that you do not want to miss a beat.
So there you have it, I really wish I could write more because there really is a lot to talk about this particular camera. It is a first class DSLR that outshines some of the many other Canon and other competitor cameras on the market. When you compare the specs and hands on experience, the 7D Mark is (IMO) the 1D-X's `little BIG brother" for much lower, but still price tag. Believe me, I did thought about getting the 5D Mark III, but I extremely satisfied and overwhelmed with prideful ownership for the 7D Mark II because it is really a stellar DSLR camera. I strongly believe this camera will retain of its value for photography professionals and enthusiast for years to come.
[I won't go into a review of the remarkable features of the 7D2. Others have done that far better than I can. But I do want to put in a good word for the original Canon 7D and the importance of good lenses. The 7D is selling for way less than a grand these days. (Right now I see it at a couple very reputable camera stores for under $800!!!) If I was on a budget and had my choice between a "7D2 with non-L-glass" or a "7D with an L-lens," I'd go for the latter in a second. The lens is going to make a bigger difference in IQ (image quality) than either of those bodies. (I own several chunks of L-glass; I know.) Other advantages to the 7D: the menus/settings are easier to understand and it gets over 1500 images on a battery charge (vs maybe 800 images with 7D2). If your resources are limited, but you want to take high quality images, consider buying the best lenses possible. Also, consider that a Canon L-lens will probably retain 80%-90% of its value forever, but a body will lose 70% of its value in just a few years.]
Bringing this review back to the 7D2 -- fabulous camera! Great new tool. Love it!
The thing that you'll notice is the multitude of possible settings that you can have. I highly recommend that you read the manual or go to Canon's website and look at their videos. You'll be amazed at the things that you can do with this camera's settings.
I took the camera out to a local lake and took some pictures of the German shepherd dog running around. The first thing you'll notice is that the camera keeps focus on moving objects really, really well. With the previous camera, I either lost focus or had to re-focus really fast as a subject moved. Not so with this camera. It locks on and stays on point. The 65 auto-focus points make it possible to track a subject from one end of the viewfinder to the other.
As for image quality, it's a little better than the pictures that came out of the other camera. But that "little better" is significant in low light or fast-moving subjects. The ISO is handled very well.
Finally, I'll tell you that the build is solid. With a lens, the camera can weigh over a kilo, but it is a solid kilo. You will not be afraid of dropping it, though I recommend you don't. I also recommend you buy a repair plan because this camera is a big investment. Also, don't buy it if you are just now getting into photography. Buy a cheaper DSLR, practice with it, and save some cash toward the bigger one. That's what I did, and I'm glad. All that practice made all those settings on this camera that much more meaningful.
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I bought the item from Cloudtail and opted for next day morning delivery. I got the package on time.
Found the camera sealed and all accessories intact.
Registering with Canon Edge for warranty was successful.
I'm using the cam with the 400 5.6 prime. The results are awesome! Though I feel i will do much better once i get the hang of the autofocus system.
The 10 fps is soo nice!! :D
This is the first time I've bought such an expensive product online. i was very anxious but everything turned out for the best!
One last thing i noticed. After opening the camera charge the battery fully put it in the camera. But if the camera does not turn on immediately don't worry. Leave it for a minute or two and it should work. When this happened with me I thought my camera was dead on arrival but all izz well!! :P