Foreword:

Canon EOS 7D is an 18 megapixels DSLR camera featuring a new APS-C CMOS sensor, which is also designed and manufactured by Canon. This new camera’s sensor offers a wide ISO range of 100-12,800 with a revised photodiode and microlens construction. It also offers dual DIGIC 4 processors that allow continuous shooting at 8fps and an improved 19-point cross-type auto-focus system. Included are an Intelligent Viewfinder and a 3 inch Clear View II LCD screen that is used for the camera’s Live View and Movie modes. Full HD 1080 video is supported by the camera. The Canon EOS 7D is also equipped with a Speedlite Transmitter that makes controlling external Speedlite flashguns easy with no additional accessories required. The camera body is built from magnesium alloy and is weather-sealed.

+Ves:

• Solidly built, weather-sealed body
• Accurate color overall; handles long exposures very well
• Levels reasonably low through ISO 800; effective noise reduction system
• Good sharpness results; excellent dynamic range for high-contrast shooting; effective image stabilization
• Highly accurate automatic white balance system
• Nice selection of playback views; easy navigation; full-featured video playback; extensive direct print options
• Bright 100% viewfinder; handsome high-res LCD; long battery life
• Fast and flexible new autofocus system; high burst rate; depth of field preview
• Excellent textured grip; dual control dials; easy-to-manage menu system; first-rate user manual
• Strong saturation levels; noise levels were very good in bright light
• Good motion performance in both 24p and 30p frame rates
• Very good low light performance all around
• Manual controls are easy to use in conjunction with video mode; 3.5mm external mic jack is a nice touch

-Ves:

• Bulkier than other models
• Best color modes under-saturated, with sharpness turned down
• Noisier than others at high ISO settings
• Chromatic aberration noticeable at image edges
• Custom white balance produced disappointing results
• Lacks in-camera editing capabilities
• Slow Live View autofocus; no scene modes
• Multi-controller joystick feels imprecise
• Color accuracy wasn’t quite as good as the competition.
• Sharpness was a bit lower than other DSLRs that shoot 1080p video.
• No live autofocus; stationary LCD makes shooting hand-held video difficult.

Final Word:

The Canon EOS 7D is designed to be the tool of choice for serious photographers and semi-professionals. This camera is very impressive and it also has a lot to offer being an HD video camera. It can allow many Canon rebel camera users to learn and master the craft of photography while using the camera. It is no doubt one of the top cameras in the market right now and definitely you won’t regret buying this camera.