Canon EOS 7D (Body Only) Reviews: Digital SLR Camera

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Canon EOS 7D (Body Only) Reviews: Digital SLR Camera reviews

+ This digital camera scores high on features. - It has no outstanding negative points.

£975 – £1803 at 11 retailers out of 409 retailers checked

9.1 out of 10 based on 371 reviews.

Canon EOS 7D (Body Only): 18 MP (Megapixels), Compact Flash storage, No image stabiliser digital SLR camera. See full product description

Ease of use	8.4
Image quality	9.2
Features	9.4
Build Quality	9.5
Value for money	8.8
Overall rating	9.1

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Archie, Greenock Experienced amateur

Score 10.0/10

Good points:: it brilliant
Bad points:: none

Ease of use	7.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	10.0
Overall rating	10.0

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Confirmed purchase: 28 Mar 2013

Sylvie, ECOUEN Experienced amateur

Score 10.0/10

Good points:: Appareil performant qui, associé avec des objectifs canon 70-200 ou 10-22 impressionne. Le déclenchement en rafale pour le sport est excellente.Sur relance suivi commande, value basket m'a répondu immédiatement. bon contact. le prix est un argument.
Bad points:: Pour la france il aurait été souhaitable d'obtenir le français a l'intérieur du boitier mais il y a l'anglais. Il faut prévoir un peu d'attente pour la livraison 25 jours pour moi. contact téléphone et mail en anglais. Founir pièce identité et facture d'eau après validation commande ce qui peut déranger certaines personnes en france.

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	10.0
Overall rating	10.0

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Confirmed purchase: 27 Feb 2013

John, Scotland Keen amateur

Score 10.0/10

Good points:: The feel , the weight, the focusing point system, the Menu layout. easy to navigate once you get the hang of it.
Bad points:: None yet

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	10.0
Overall rating	10.0

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Confirmed purchase: 21 Mar 2013

Eddy, bornem Experienced amateur

Score 10.0/10

Good points:: easy to use good quality pictures
Bad points:: don't found till now

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	10.0
Overall rating	10.0

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Confirmed purchase: 21 Mar 2013

edson, UK Newcastle Video and Photo

Score 10.0/10

Good points:: amazing product, fast shipment...thanks ++++++
Bad points:: Reviewer left no comment

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	10.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	10.0
Overall rating	10.0

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Confirmed purchase: 11 Feb 2013

TOM, kent UK Experienced amateur

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: blows my 550D out of the water ive have just come out of the dark ages after 2 years of putting up with my first DSLR thats the learning curve
Bad points:: too soon to give an opinion

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	8.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	10.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 08 Mar 2013

James, Experienced amateur

Score 9.0/10

Good points:: Ease of use
Bad points:: Not full frame

Ease of use	10.0
Image quality	9.0
Features	10.0
Build Quality	10.0
Value for money	9.0
Overall rating	9.0

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Confirmed purchase: 06 Mar 2013

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Product Features

Camera Type	SLR
There are 2 main types of camera: The SLR and the Compact. SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex. SLR cameras use a prism to reflect the exact image as seen through the lens and so offers a more accurate viewfinder. SLR cameras have detachable lenses offering greater flexibility if you wish to take a variety of different photographs. Compact cameras have a built in lens and an ‘above lens’ viewfinder which is less accurate but they are often cheaper, more sleekly designed and easier to carry anywhere with you to capture that moment perfectly without having to fiddle with complex settings or a bag full of lenses.
Resolution (Megapixels)	18

Screen size (Inches)	3
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Type of image stabiliser	No
If a photo is taken at a slow shutter speed, or at a long focal length, the effects of ‘hand shake’ will be amplified. Some cameras come with built-in image stabilisation which is designed to act against this to produce sharper images. It’s great for low light shots without a tripod, like at a gig.
Touchscreen	No
Touchscreen technology allows you to move and click things directly on the screen using your finger or a stylus pen.
3D	No

Colour	Black
The main colour of the product.
Media format	Compact Flash
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
PictBridge	Yes
An industry standard allowing images to be printed from camera to printer, without needing a computer. CIPA PictBridge Standard Website
Video recorder	Yes
Video recording functionality allows the capture of videos in mpeg or avi format which is great if you want to capture a whole scene, not just one moment.
Manual Focus	Yes
Almost all modern cameras have autofocus. Manual focus allows you to override the autofocus and set the distance yourself. This is especially useful if your camera is struggling to focus in a low-light or confusing scene.
Timer	Yes

Weight (g)	820
The weight of the product in grams.
Flash	Yes
Whether or not your camera has an in-built flash. Flashes are essential for fully capturing a low light image.
Body Only	Yes
dSLR cameras have detachable lenses and are sold in a variety of combinations. This facet lets you know whether the package your are considering comes bundled with a lens or whether it is just the body of the camera.
WiFi	No
Wifi allows you to connect your device to wireless routers or modems which allows you to connect to broadband internet.
Shortest shutter speed (Fractions of a second)	1/8000
This is the fastest speed at which the camera can take a photo. Faster shutter speeds really freeze the action and are great for sports photography.
Longest shutter speed (Fractions of a second)	1/30
This is the longest exposure your camera will take. The longer you take a photo for, the more light is let in and the more motion is captured. Long shutter speeds can give fantastic, artistic results. Try photographing the night sky at 30s or longer to see how the rotation of the Earth causes the stars to curve through the scene.
Waterproof	No
If your camera is waterproof you will be able to film under water which is perfect for diving and snorkeling.
Viewfinder	Yes
USB port	Yes
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components.
Dimensions (mm)	148.2x110.7x73.5
The size of the device in millimetres, in width x height x depth.
RAW Format	Yes
GPS Receiver	No

Release date	2009-09-08
The date the product was originally made available for purchase.
Height in mm	110.7

Width in mm	148.2

Depth in mm	73.5

Serial Shot Mode	Yes
Bluetooth	No
Bluetooth is a technology for the wireless transfer of data such as contacts, photos and music between mobile phones, computers and a host of other Bluetooth enabled devices. Read more about Bluetooth on Wikipedia
Autofocus	Yes
Changeable Lens	Yes

Also known as: EOS 7D Body Only, Canon EOS 7D Digital, Canon EOS 7D - Digital

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Manufacturer's Description

18 Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
The EOS 7D offers superb resolution thanks to its 18MP CMOS sensor. Offering the photographer the choice of flexibility and creativity.

8 frames per second
Shoot 18MP 14-bit images at 8 fps as standard, in a burst of up to 126 large JPEGs; photographers can capture both detail and action.

High ISO
For handheld shooting in low light, the EOS 7D offers ISO speeds of up to 6400. Expandable to ISO 12800, for low light scenes where using flash is undesirable.

100% Viewfinder coverage
The 100% coverage viewfinder with 1.0x magnification provides the most complete and natural view of your subject. The Intelligent viewfinder offers shooting information never before seen in an EOS, including the Dual Axis Electronic Level to ensure perfect horizons.

19-point cross-type AF system
A newly designed AF sensor with Zone and Spot AF modes gives the photographer new ways to select AF points. All points are cross type with the centre point offering both f/2.8 and f/5.6 sensors.

iFCL metering system
A new 63-zone dual layer metering sensor analyses Focus, Colour and Luminance information, providing accurate and consistent metering.

DIGIC 4
Canon’s Dual “DIGIC 4” provides the EOS 7D with the power to deliver outstanding colour reproduction from its high resolution CMOS sensor. DIGIC 4 also delivers 14 bit processing, excellent noise reduction, long battery life, Face Detection AF and Full HD movie recording.

Full HD movie recording
Complementing outstanding still imaging capabilities with Full HD 1080 video recording including selectable frame rates and full manual control.

Integrated Speedlite Transmitter
EOS 7D includes the ability to control multiple Speedlites without an ST-E2 or 580EX II, and includes a built-in 15mm wide angle flash. Expand your flash photography.

3.0” Clear View II LCD
The 3.0” Clear View II LCD features 920,000 dot resolution, a wide viewing angle and new solid structure for improved image viewing in bright conditions. Live View displays real-time images on the LCD, offering three auto focus modes.

Magnesium alloy body with environmental protection
The magnesium alloy body offers weather sealing equivalent to the acclaimed EOS-1N, EOS Integrated Cleaning System and 150,000 release shutter durability. The EOS 7D has been designed from the ground up to be used by the most demanding photographers.

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