Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II

[@juuonse]

I'm a Nikon user. And I have to say that to me this camera just blows anything Nikon has to offer out of the water. Consider the main competition, d7100/d610 (both of which I own), AF motor: 7d ii, buffer: 7dii, ISO capability: 7dii, etc. etc. It's simply a better camera in pretty much every regard. Then again, newer is better pretty much always. We'll just have to see what Nikon brings out in the potential d7200. Tho, I'm quite sure it still won't be able to measure up to the 7dii. So kudos to Canon. If was getting my first proper DSLR right now...I'd most likely go Canon.

[@BelgInHD]

is this camera great in combination with L lenses like 100 - 400mm L and 17 - 40mm L ?

[@birazan]

If you're not a sports or wildlife photographer and like to capture portraits, landscapes and architecture would you recommend this over the Canon 6d?

[@randomrazr]

so is it that much better thean the canon 70D?

[@WDHan]

We're the band at 3:00 mark! Got some amazing photos from this camera. :)

[@MichaelPadillaBaws]

Why is the font on the menu system different from the other canon eos cameras that have the same resolution screen?

[@SalsaBailaProductions]

thank you for this amazing review... you guys make so comprehensive... keep up the excellent work... I love BH and recommend this store to all... even if you live abroad their customer support is amazing

[@MicroWare1]

I would love to hear about 4k shooting and if it will only record to the cf card or if the bus speed is fast enough for the sd card slot etc. For those of us not recording with the clean hdmi out.

[@matlockcopy]

Bought one 6 months ago, but didn't realise there were so many features I'd missed. Really must read the manual. Great complimentary camera for my 5D Mkll. (now saving for the Mklll.

[@jerrygloeckler1328]

I would be interested to see a comparison in image quality between the 7d and the 7d mk ll. All the other new features are nice but does not mean a thing unless image quality is dramatically improved, specifically noise in low light shadow area in red, green, and blue backgrounds at high ISO.

[@RickyLJones]

Excellent review Larry, we Canon shooters, bird photographers,expect great things from this camera, I can't wait until I can try it out. Nicely done B&H

[@bmwbrendan]

Great info on the 7d mk2 sounds like a great bit of kit

[@Petsublak]

Brilliant video ! I have watched loads on the this camera, was a little unsure to go for it. But now my mind is made, many many thanks !

[@jerrygloeckler1328]

Were the photographs in this advertisement post processed for noise?

[@BandH]

Thanks for your question. Larry & the KelbyOne team processed the Canon 7D Mark II images in the same manner they process all test images, and therefore the default minor amount of noise reduction was applied to raw files in Lightroom, and none was applied to the JPEG images beyond what the camera does during normal, in-camera processing. In our experience, web video does not serve as a worthwhile medium for actual comparison testing, so we don’t generally show unprocessed raw files.

[@daanstam6697]

10:00 i dont think that is 28.8 to 216mm i think it is 25.6 to 56 mm

[@NorthWolfe]

Great first impressions. Really got me excited about this new Cannon. Any chance of one of your various hours, real-world reviews? Cheers.

[@BandH]

We don't have anything specific scheduled just yet, but it's likely that Canon will present this camera in our Event Space soon and we'll record the session. Please stay tuned and thanks for your question.

[@jasonschaeffer7309]

The only thing I want to know is if they fixed the Auto-Focus Calibration?

[@BandH]

The 7D II does have a newer/improved AF microadjustment. It is the same system as in the 5D III and 70D. The 7D used the first generation version of the AF Microadjustment. The 7D II gives more precise ability to set individual AF Microadjustment values for the wide and telephoto end of a zoom lens?s range. It also allows one to enter in the serial number of the lens, so if you have multiple copies of the same lens, you can make AF adjustment for each individual lens. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@neelkanthroy5183]

Sir what is the cost of it

[@AndresArosemena]

Great review, but how about low light performance for video? Would this camera be right for shooting wedding videos at night? Or would it generate too much noise because of high ISO?

[@BandH]

The 7D II will have improved low light performance over the 7D, but if you are shooting weddings in low light conditions, video lights and large aperture lenses will be a must. While I haven’t had a chance to test the 7D II, I doubt you would be able to get away with just bumping up the ISO. That being said, if low light performance is paramount to you, a full frame camera would be a better option (such as the Canon 5D III or the Canon a7S). *Christina* [e-mail]

[@AndresArosemena]

Thanks a lot for the reply B and H , I do have a led light I use on top of my t3i and have a 50mm 1.8 and a 28 1.8, though the lens I use most on events is a 17-55 2.8 and I'm not sure if 2.8 is enough to shoot a wedding at night without cracking up the iso to where the t3i produces a lot of noise. That's why I'm trying to find out if the 7d mark ii produces way less noise in high iso. Canon a7s? Did you mean the Sony one? That camera looks very impressive to shoot at night, but I'm not conveyor everything else and would like to continue using my Canon lenses

[@BandH]

Andres Arosemena I apologize, I did mean the Sony a7S, not the Canon a7S. The Canon 7D II should definitely have improved low light performance over the Canon T3i. How much better, until some sample footage in low light comes out, I really cannot say. Though, if you have a decent video light, with f/2.8, the camera should be more than fine. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@MrKdr500]

B and H "such as the Canon 5D III or the Canon a7S). Christina [e-mail]" Canon a7S?

[@blockedjunctionstudios8763]

Tough decision to make: buy the Canon 5DSR or Canon 7D Mark ll?

[@BandH]

+Guillermography Studios Which camera to go with will depend on what you are shooting. If you are shooting action, sports, or video, the 7D II would be the better option. For landscapes, fine art, or studio work, the 5DS R would be the better option. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@KingofDSLR]

That's the 7D mark II camera that I'm hoping to get soon. Hoping for this camera!!!

[@KingofDSLR]

Wow that's a cool camera to me!!!

[@The_Algorithm_]

​@@KingofDSLRDo you still have it? How do/did you like it?

[@kHawkins0216]

A mic and headphone port... it's not 4k but it's still something that's been sorely needed.

[@Zantetsukens]

You mentioned that the Sensor is redesigned. May I as what and how?

[@BandH]

The 7D II has a new 20.2MP APS-C Dual Pixel CMOS sensor. It is a higher resolution sensor than the 7D, which allows for autofocus during video and live view. These would be some of the changes in the sensor. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@Zantetsukens]

Well, dual pixel is well advertised. Are there any improvements in sensor architecture to improve Still Image Quality (auto-focus aside)?

[@BandH]

MrQiyong Well, from an engineering stand point, the dual pixel AF is the biggest change in the sensor design. That being said, the low light performance should also be improved as the sensor has an improved, higher sensitivity design as well. It does have slightly higher resolution (2MP), and according to Canon should have improved image quality. The new processor should also help with low light performance. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@GigiEmbrechts]

Thanks for the review, giving serious thought to this camera.

[@MG-sx8gw]

i can't wait to save up enough to upgrade to this camera!!

[@Kylork]

Very professional review.

[@Xzizia92]

Guys, which camera is the better option if I'm not going to shoot any sport of wildlife pictures. The Canon EOS 7D Mark II or the Canon EOS 5D Mark III ? I'm not going to use it so much for video either, just want pictures that look nice (will photograph architecture, portraits, nature, landscapes ect...). Please reply with some pros and cons and tips to which one is the better camera :)

[@BandH]

Where the 7D II would have the advantage would be for sports, action, and wildlife due to its speed. It would also have an advantage for video with the dual pixel autofocus. That being said, if you aren't looking to shoot any of those things, then the 5D III might be the better option. It will have the better overall image quality and low light performance. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@Xzizia92]

B and H Thank you for the quick reply! Do you think that the 6D will have a image quality on still pictures that is better than the 7D mk II? Will the 5D be worth the difference in price if Im not a pro photographer? :)

[@BandH]

Xzizia92 The image quality and low light performance of the 6D will be comparable to the 5D III, both of which will be better than the 7D II. If you aren't a pro, the 6D would be an excellent option for a full frame DSLR. *Christina*

[@VoraciousAvgeek]

Can I buy this in 2015? I need a canon dslr that can shoot 1080p60 under 3000

[@VoraciousAvgeek]

Are there any better versions in 2015?

[@BandH]

+Flying Miner The 7D II does shoot 1080P at 60 fps, and is currently in stock, so you could purchase it. It would be the best option in your price range for a Canon DSLR that can shoot 1080 HD video at 60fps. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@VoraciousAvgeek]

B and H Thank You!

[@texbacalian5036]

Since B&H is dealing with all brands of camera, can you please do a side by side comparison between Sony A77II and Canon 7DII?

[@BandH]

Thanks for your suggestion. That's an interesting proposal and we'll take it into advisement for possible future videos.

[@JoeWhiteFilms]

Great review! I'm definitely gonna buy one from B&H, always have had great customer service.

[@ЭтоДрючинский]

Hey, this is simply advert! It's a praise without any analytics. The camera is not bad. But take a closer look - how much does it differ with 7D? +2mp (pretty much no difference), +2 fps, + 1 stop of real low light sensitivity, very shallow DR. Great AF, no doubts. But is this all you get for about 800 bucks over original 7D (and it will loose it's cost, remember)? Is this all we got after 5 years of development? :D Video-vise it's one of worst cameras on-pair with 5D3 - no DR, no resolution, awful codec, no 4k and no slow-mo (60p? it's 2014!!!). And now compare it to competitors in the same price range - it will not stand even close to some of them I understand you promote yourself, but if you tell more, if you do some analitycs, people will trust you more ;)

[@biplav32]

Dude you forgot 61 cross type auto focus points, bigger bufffer. +2ps is huge as d4s has 11fps. 61 cross type auto focus is same as 1dx. If you want a video camera, there is gh4. Camera makers won't make all in one camera.

[@ЭтоДрючинский]

***** GH4. Exactly the same price!

[@biplav32]

Gh4 can't track subjects like canon 7d or 7d mk2. For stills 7d mk and mk2 are way better and for wildlife and action 7dmk2 is the best option unless you want to spend d4s and 1dx money.

[@ЭтоДрючинский]

Biplav Shrestha you forgot about things like detalization, dr and so on.. Also, whe really need "stills-only" camera now? Even so, 7Dmk2 is way worse it's competitors... It's born outdated

[@biplav32]

Anri Orlow Its competitor is not gh4. Its 7dmk, nikon d300s, d4s, 1dx. Its not stills only camera. No one has 4k tv. For now 1080p is good enough. Magic lantern could probabbly make 4k work on it though. It has 2 digic 6 processors so 4k should be possible. If you want a video camera, c500 is there too. Rolling shutter is too much of an issue in dslrs anyway.

[@Pertamax7-HD]

nice review sir..

[@paularcuri3584]

Thought I wanted the 70D... now I think I want this one, ... maybe I will wait for what's coming next....

[@gkprasath89]

How this performs when compared with sony a77 ii?

[@BandH]

The two cameras have similar specifications on many common features. The 7D Mk II is the more powerful camera of the two at the end of the day. It has a higher ISO rating, and much faster burst rate for continuous photos. It's more of an ideal camera for sports/journalism etc compared to the Sony. Below is a link to a side by side comparison of the two models on our website that I have prepared for you. There you can see every feature detailed about the two. See the following link: bhpho.to/1CERNBB. - Yossi

[@willoughbykrenzteinburg]

B and H You've compared it to the a7ii. He asked about the a77ii - which has 12 fps burst rate. I think the 7D mk ii still wins on specs, but you have to take into account the low sticker on the a77ii.

[@TheG7thcapo]

Wow i love the specs, specially the high iso performance. I sold my 7d for the 5d3. I wish i can also have this new camera.

[@Wanphotovideo]

Anybody can give me their opinion.. is this a good upgrade for the 7d.. more specifically low light/high iso ... im doing weddings nowadays... thought of getting the 6d.. but the single sd card is a deal breaker for me.. thanks

[@BandH]

Yes it is a great upgrade from the original 7D. It has a much faster processor and better image quality and a nice high ISO rating of 51,200 you'll be able to take some wonderful images with available light. - Yossi

[@bokehcambodia]

So after the semi-pros are served with a new model handing down specs, it's time for the pro high-res that's been rumoured for a while...

[@Photoshopuzr]

did he say infrared?

[@jan.tichavsky]

The frisbee burst isn't good example of correctly focused shots and in the second everything in frame is in focus anyway :) Otherwise it sounds promising, I just want to see proper AF performance test, hopefully it will work as well as promised.

[@sega62s]

Great, will sell like crazy for sure

[@mnieuwhof]

Thank you for your comprehensive review... I know what to buy now!

[@JanVillim]

LB - Very good, thank you! But the my additional questions: 1) Please test with the older EF, EF L lenses for pixel sharpness! Every test so far only been shooting with new EF-S lences! 2) EOS 7d MkII has the same chip as the 70D (new develop?), the same restrictions for lences on focus in LiveView than 70D? www.the-digital-picture.com/News/News-Post.aspx?News=7260 3) HDMI has a signal output is also in photo mode.. for external monitor? In the video mode has, we know.

[@MaxwellStarr]

0:11 - What if I told you, you could shoot 12 frames per second at 24MP with an APS-C sensor that has a Native ISO of up to 25600, and you can have all that for well under $1,400. It's called the Sony A77II, been out for a few months now.

[@Diostillrocks]

What is the accuracy rate of the Sony?

[@eestubbs104]

Great job Larry.

[@PervezAhmediPervez]

Nice review!

[@topiabraga]

canon 7d mark II + canon 17-40 mm f4 match?

[@BandH]

The 7D II would be fully compatible with the EF 17-40mm f/4. It won’t be extremely wide on the 7D II, though. If you wanted something truly wide on the 7D II, you could look at the Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM Lens. For a third party option, you could also look at the Tokina AT-X 11-20mm f/2.8 PRO DX Lens for Canon EF. *Christina* bhpho.to/2bPYxeO bhpho.to/2b1QaHR

[@topiabraga]

At lenses of other brands, I am afraid that the focus isn't fast. i have focus problems with tamron 17-55 f2.8

[@eyebeebak]

7Dmark2 doesnot even have 4k. why? Also why from 5Dmark3 to 7Dmark2. where is 6dmark2?

[@MaZEEZaM]

Thanks for the preview :)

[@user6667azxc]

Looks great : nothing equivalent in the Nikon line up - very tempting to sell up and switch to Canon!

[@lwhphotography7042]

Great review..... Still want to wait for the new 5d(mk4)

[@quikxfl]

19 Nikon Users? Nice video.

[@pbenjlo]

A buffer of only 31 raw files at 10fps isn't that impressive. It's not a big step up from the 25 raw files of the original 5 years old 7D. Also, no 3.2" screen, no touchy-flippy screen like the Nikon D750, no wifi (Come on!), who cares about GPS and dual slot, not much of an improvement for ISO (12800 instead of 6400 for native iso), 50g heavier, much bigger, no 4k not even 2k, no 120p even at 720p, no focus peaking, no zebras... It was just the least exciting camera at Photokina. Sorry for the counter advertising/review you made, but this camera is too short of my expectations and I want to point out that it's 2014 not 2012.

[@ojosenelmonte]

Wonderful review, thanks you a lot!

[@Ins1r]

Even heard of sony alpha series?

[@xflyingtiger]

ISO is not an acronym; it's a word. So, you don't say I.S.O., you pronounce it ISO (eye so) as you can hear below. Click on the link and then click on the audio symbol. Hope this helps dictionary.reference.com/browse/iso

[@zvxcvxcz]

KelbyOne B and H I think there's another APS-C sensor that needs your attention, I'm sure you follow camera news, so you know which one I mean. Teleprompter? ^_^, The slowdown on "DLNA" really suggests it at least.

[@Money_motivational.]

Canon 7d mark ii or canon 5d mark ii

[@sinakhansari1]

I feel like I just watched an in depth Canon Ad.

[@CalliopeCeCe]

excellent review

[@AGH331]

All that's missing from this video is the 'Canon advert' slogan. Review, suuure ...

[@JanakPanchal]

This was really helpful!

[@KeithJohnson.]

Starts off like a shopping channel advert or QVC, bit cheesy for me...being a stuffy Brit ;) I nearly didn't get past it lol I'm more than happy with my 7DMkii, feels like a slightly smaller 1DX, won't be changing it for a long time to come.

[@JeffCable]

I tested the upcoming Canon 7D Mark II this weekend and posted the results. I think you will find this VERY interesting. At least I hope so! Check it out at: blog.jeffcable.com/2014/10/the-canon-7d-mark-ii-first-reaction-and.html

[@Jcal73]

Thanks Mr. Cable for sharing your thoughts and real world pics! Night football and night softball games will be my primary uses for this camera. Looks like a 70-200 F2.8 is in my future!

[@ericwu0318]

Nice! whole new style, nice:)

[@PowerOnPlay]

How can you not have onboard wi-fi, slow-motion, 4K shooting in this day and age and at that price? I'm strongly considering the Samsung NX1 after this weak update from Canon. I'm also tired of the wave I get from my 7D simply because I'm panning to fast and the mirror camera cannot pick it up fast enough. To little to late Canon. STEP YOUR GAME UP!

[@eelcovvliet]

Onboard Wifi would suffer from bad reception as the body is magnesium. Unlike the plastic NX1 which only has magnesium in certain places.

[@maddust]

crop......whyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy?????????????????

[@BigAntTVMedia]

awesome cant wait

[@MarioCastillion]

Great video.

[@bobbrick861]

Small buffer - that'll be almost any Nikon then….the D7000 which I have used/ enjoyed is fab but it quits real fast….I believe the D7100 is little better.

[@SyCoNationHD]

This is very biased towards canon. This is more a promotional video rather than a review.

[@borun12]

thanks i wait for this review

[@Lifeistooshort200]

I think he is missing a point. 1Dx & 5D MK3 has very similar tech.

[@GlennBartley]

If any nature photographers on here are interested I did my own review of the new camera here with lots of test shots and downloadable files - www.glennbartley.com/Canon7DmarkIISetupReviewandSettings.html I'd say about 1/3 to 2/3 stops better than the original 7D...

[@tigranpetrossian9848]

Put the prompter closer to the lens, will ya? The poor guy's eyes.

[@chevypowertogo]

wheres the 360 Degree Touch LCD flip Screen? Canon left that goody on the 70D :/ and they'll resell it Back to us on the Next Model :/ =7DS :- this the kind of canon greed that starting to get People wise and start skipping over a next generation or 2 xlint Review THANK YOU,

[@JohnChvatalGSTV]

The articulating touchscreen is the single biggest disappointment for me! I love it on my Canon 70D.

[@JohnLackey_Flyby]

Yes, but tough to weather seal an articulating touch screen.

[@JohnChvatalGSTV]

John Lackey Good point!

[@JohnLackey_Flyby]

John Chvatal I've never had a camera with an articulated touch screen, so I won't miss it. I was considering a used Canon 1D Mk IV as an upgrade to my 7D, but this looks to be the way to go now. Now, I have to convince Santa to bring me one for Christmas.

[@JohnChvatalGSTV]

John Lackey I love the articulated touchscreen for getting low to the ground shots. The touchscreen is very useful if you have the camera on a tripod and are taking your time composing a shot. Also doing video. This is a major weakness of this camera especially with being able to adjust the focusing speed to get that cinematic look. If I continue as I have planned; I will be doing alot more video in the future. The GH4 is looking pretty good to me. So is this 7 Mk II for photos.

[@joeneely301]

I shoot nikon but I think I want to switch to this now

[@CodeTravelwithRizwan]

I think Canon should go back in time about 3 years back and release this. Sony A7s and GH4 has 4k and even kid Samsung nx1 has 4k. Hats off to Panasonic for Gh4, LX100, FZ1000. By seeing this video, Panasonic is laughing on this stupid video, Sony is enjoying themselves and the best is Samsung is showing middle finger to Canon. All canonions having canon lenses are crying.

[@Guitarplayer219]

At this price point I'd rather just pay up for 5D Mk. 3.

[@Cinemagrphy]

i love bnh

[@xUBYxGLeqend]

This was Filmed with a Canon 7D Mark 2 Go check it out!!! TNE - EDM (Official)

[@BikeLife154]

Like any apsc sensor this camera will be useless over 3200 ISO. You talk this camera up too much IMO. Why are Canon apsc cameras so blobby? It's like a black plastic blob of a camera. People are moving away from the blobby cam!

[@khellendrose360]

Can you please not be so obvious that you are just reading of a prompter. Makes it hard to believe anything you said and that you actually even know what this camera is like or used it.

[@jonhoward7627]

Canon salesman?

[@buvarpen92]

Please try not to be such a "sales-man" and actually show me how good the camera does!?

[@robbieharvey7568]

1250 pounds?

[@Rebassed]

Too late...

[@Xyb3rTeCh]

This is why Nikon APS-C cameras would never match up with Canon in-term of Speed and AF. D300s need its stupid battery grip just to increase its speed. Lame Nikon is lame.

[@PintoconLacras]

none of this craps make me upgrade from my oldie 7d... what a wasted of human research