Canon 7D Mark II Hands-On Field Test

[@adude394]

I'm a long time late here, but after trading in my sturdy and reliable 7D, my 7D Mk II just came today. Really looking forward to giving it a good workout. Along with my 1DX Mk III and 20D (not to mention my beloved original 300D that I've had for just about 20 years), plus some reasonably good glass, I'm really happy with my current kit. Since what I have will more than meet my needs for the indefinite future, I'm not concerned with moving to mirrorless.

[@The_Algorithm_]

How do you like your 7D Mark II so far?

[@adude394]

@@The_Algorithm_ I love it! The pairing of that body (which is built like a tank) and the 24-105 lens is fantastic. When I go birding, I put my 100-400 on that camera and my Sigma 150-600C on the 1DX and things are in great shape.

[@unityxg]

Great choice! Love my 7D2 and will probably never get rid of it. Its such a cool camera and has treated me well for action and wildlife. I pair mine with the Sigma 150-600 and it is just a beast with that set up. Glad people are still finding an interests in these dinosaurs!

[@DaveDugdaleColorado]

I thought the opening shot was on a monopod until Jordan started to follow Chris. Nice job.

[@itschriswinter]

I know! That Ronin is incredible. Really impressive

[@georgielol]

You must get one Dave :)

[@BigAntTVMedia]

Dave maybe your finally get 1 and do a though review

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

***** Nope, stabilized with a DJI Ronin. No software stabilization added! Jordan @ TCSTV

[@Smoothblue90]

Dave Dugdale And Jordan's hands.

[@itschriswinter]

Fantastic review Chris & Jordan. You two continue to push the boundaries of what it is to make quality, unbiased reviews, something that is often missing on youtube. Keep up the good work. Chris Winter

[@simitometi6219]

Couldn't have said it better myself.

[@genjii931]

It's like Canon thinks it should improve one thing at a time on each new model. "Really great AF? Check! Okay, we're done with this new model."

[@KocaMetallec]

Why does D3300 look soooo much better than the 7DII at 6:36? What are the settings? I dont think its that difference at ISO 100 ?????

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

That's an ISO 100 RAW shot with no noise reduction applied to either image. Shadows were then boosted about 3 stops. No trickery, Nikon DX cameras just hang onto shadow details better right now. Jordan @ TCSTV

[@1barnet1]

TheCameraStoreTV d7100 or d5300 would do even better. Since these have 14-bit raw files instead of 12-bit. So one can extract even more detail from the shadows,

[@KocaMetallec]

TheCameraStoreTV I understood what have you done to the both images just by watching the video.. But this difference to my eye is SHOCKING as a Canon 70D user.. Cant believe..(I have no doubt in your comparisons) but ..this is like 4 stops better in shadows.. Anyway, tnx for the replay Jordan. Forever Subscriber

[@FilmBritt]

Koca Metallec On top of that, when I use a sharp high contrasty Canon lens the poor DR is even more obvious. I can save some of that in raw, but no work-around in movie. A lens adapter to sony E-mount seems to be the only way out for me. :-(

[@MF_Plissken]

i still dont get it why canon cripplehammered that cam to a point almost being non tolerable.

[@bobbyt2012]

Just found you guys, and you're by far the fairest, most useful reviewers I've watched in the ~7 years or so that I have been following the industry.

[@BRENNANSTECHBITE]

A lot has been said about shooting action and at low light. Would the Canon 7D Mark II also be good for portraits and weddings?

[@kevindiossi]

So far, I would say yes. It's really knocking on the door of a 5D3 with some of its capabilities, but not quite there yet. Skin tones look amazing and accurate while the noise performance can work in most wedding environments. The honest truth is that at 10fps, I shot an event and let it do a 2-3 image burst for many shots - especially speaking people. You get home and throw them on the computer and see that one of the burst shots looks great and the others may have them with a weird expression or blinking. I see this as a real work benefit that surpasses the 5D3 for shooting an event/wedding. It it capable of possibly capturing a particular moment better.

[@Smoothblue90]

BRENNAN'S TECH BITE Yes, if you buy 7D for sports and wildlife it will be very good for portraits and weddings, but 6D and 5D will be better. If you buy 6D or 5D for portraits and weddings, they can still take sport and wildlife photographs, but 7D will be better the more and faster the subject moves or the smaller or farther away the wildlife is.

[@JG-bh9rz]

You're using it in completely the wrong enviroment for this camera. Go shoot some sport or wildlife and that's where it shines!!

[@colinjones7635]

I totally agree with you Josh,well said.

[@ansari_kabeer]

Best canon for street photography . . Plaese suggest

[@41stclair]

like fuck!!

[@apo1980]

@@ansari_kabeer even a old 5D (mark 1) is good for streetphotography if your budget is tight, one step up would be a 5d mark 2/3 or a 6D, no need for a powerhouse like the 7dm2 or 1d m3/m4/x they are for workhorses for sports/wildlife

[@jillianangell2570]

@@ansari_kabeer rebel t6s and 24mm 2.8 stm

[@banemitic]

You have most beautiful looking video in months and guess what, it is done with 7D Mark II and you are actually talking about average image quality. Really guys? Please do not shoot some underexposed black object and than add +5EV in post to prove us how D3300 has better image quality. Why don't you go outside and take some three-dimensional color photos of something simple, like grass or sky and than try to show us how 7D Mark II has worse image quality than Nikon D3300. If you can. Also, just use that 70-200 at f2.8, please, do not be afraid. I am also surprised to hear comment about size and shape of the 7D grip. Still, amazing review, very informative, done with lot of effort and overall great production (not only because using Ronin). Well done!

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

I can only imagine how good the episode could have looked if I'd used a Sony A7S, FS700 or a Panasonic GH4... Jordan @ TCSTV

[@ejbernal2]

TheCameraStoreTV Jordan, but you have used those cameras during a review. I agree with Branko here. I don't get the criticism when it is clearly your best looking work.

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

ejbernal2 I like the compositions and a few of the shots in the review, but when editing I was constantly fighting the soft image and low dynamic range. It's subjective, but I think the X100T, Sigma Quattro, D750 and Phantom 2 videos look much nicer. But I'm glad that everyone likes how this episode turned out! Jordan @ TCSTV

[@banemitic]

TheCameraStoreTV You just can't ignore colors that Canon camera produce. It is subjective, but everybody agrees about that. Immediately after I hit playback of this video I saw something better, more pleasant and then Chris said that you are using 7D2 for filming. Yes, dynamic range is not good on Canon DSLRs but it's not like it is much better on similar (DSLR) cameras. And second part of the problem and probably bigger regardless dynamic range is h264 compression combined with 4:2:0 which makes any color/exposure correction very hard. I am not defending Canon, I am just saying. But I have to defend Canon about "soft image." There are to many cameras with over sharpened videos that just are not pleasant. You have to remember that sharpness of digital sensors is big problem in movie industry. They just want image with less sharpness. If you use three digit ISOs you can make Canon DSLR footage sharp in post and it is not like every second you need amazing dynamic range, but it is very hard to replicate colors of Canon cameras and with compressed footage almost impossible.

[@geoffreybassett6741]

I sorry but recovery in post when things go wrong matters. Also I don't know why everyone is saying this video looks good. Blow highlights everywhere with poor rolloff. While I think sometimes other videos on this channel come across a little to flat, this is the horrible opposite extreme.

[@BramMMA]

im looking for a good autofocus and the 7d Mk 2 is very appealing to me especially with the 10 fps cont. shooting, however your analysis on the low picture quality has turned me off a bit. is there a better Nikon alternative in the same price range? I like shooting sports and wildlife with compromising the image quality.

[@trajtemberg]

I really like how the graded footage looks.

[@baker2niner]

A big part of the appeal of this camera are the great lenses that work so well with it, particularly the new 100-400mm II. It's an exceptional package. For pros, the combo of one of the 5D variants + 7DII will be a pretty compelling package. The 7D adds capability rather than just being a backup.

[@PeterBrockie]

One note about the 1080p/60 mode you would have mentioned is it has limitations. You do NOT get the on-sensor phase detect AF, nor can you record in ALL-I. Pretty annoying for someone like me who likes 60 fps video, but it's a good camera so far (for me) so I won't complain too much.

[@PostColorGear]

Jordan how did you keep focus when using the Ronin on that first shot? Did you just keep a deep enough aperture (lets say 5.6) and keep a certain distance from Chris?

[@itschriswinter]

Hey Dave, I think he was using the 7D Mark II's face tracking feature! It works great. Cheers Chris

[@PostColorGear]

Ah, I forgot it had that feature. Very nice! Chris, I'm subbed to your channel. Keep up the good content man.

[@itschriswinter]

Thanks a lot Dave, not a problem. Appreciate the sub! Have a great day!

[@PostColorGear]

Chris Winter By the way, thanks Chris. I performed a no-no. I commented well before finishing the whole video...where he mentions the same thing. :) Thanks again.

[@zokhaino]

Does it shoot a nice 4k? What's the mega pixel? Can it take hotos while video recording? It seems to me you guys didn't cover some important factors.

[@mrman17]

Things like the MP count (20.2) is a basic statistic and can be found anywhere, and it doesn't shoot 4K. I don't think there is a traditional DSLR that shoots 4K. Yet.

[@zokhaino]

mrman17 thanks for the reply.

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

mrman17 Canon's own 1DC is the only 4K compatible DSLR. For now. Jordan @ TCSTV

[@zokhaino]

TheCameraStoreTV good to know. thanks for the info.

[@biplav32]

Thats not major thats noob factors.

[@CaptainSixBySix]

Kudos to Jordan on the camera work this episode, nice composition!

[@muhammadluqmankhan08]

Even 7 years ago Jordan looked exactly the same as today 😂

[@BruceLeroyUK]

This comment!!😊

[@jorgeslomski]

what kind of wireless mike system were you using to film this documentary on your Canon 7D?

[@jacobyu5050]

This is one of the best test videos I've ever seen, the video quality is awesome

[@njrivetelite]

If someone owned a 60D like myself, how would you compare the two as far as a worthy upgrade?

[@ejbernal2]

I had the 60D. Good camera, but any newer camera blows that one out of the water in terms of low light.

[@njrivetelite]

I have such struggle getting focus in low light. Its so frustrating. There are many other things it lacks as well

[@itschriswinter]

Brian Michael Hey Brian, definitely check out trading in your 60d for the 70d. It's autofocus is much improved, even in low light. Cheers Chris Winter

[@njrivetelite]

Chris Winter you like the 70D more than the 7D Mk II

[@itschriswinter]

Brian Michael Yep, i think so. Although they both have very similar Dual Pixel Autofocus systems, the 70d does still have an advantage (for video especially), in that it has a touch screen, allowing you to select exactly where you want it to focus, as well as having a swivelling screen which allows you to use it at different heights. Both great cameras though!

[@rayafahreza]

Saw your 80D review, I decided to check this old one out. I'm wondering which will be best for video work. The 7D Mk II have more focus points, less moire, better lowlight and a clean HDMI out. The 80D have articulating touch screen useful for focusing, sharper video (from comparisons I've seen) and WiFi which enables monitoring and tap focus pulling with app. Really torn between the two.

[@drwalka10]

I wish they would fuse together

[@drwalka10]

need need and need .... and im a professional So .... professionals cant be comfortable ?

[@drwalka10]

Somebody doesn't like convenience . So .... A Touchscreen doesn't help you get quick precise manual focus ? And smooth pull focus So .... Wifi doesn't help get your pics on your site or social media quicker ? So .... Turnable screen doesn't help you get shots that were very difficult w/o ?

[@rayafahreza]

Personally I think the word professional applies when we are getting professionally paid for a job, which comes at varying levels of requirements. We use tools that are necessary to achieve the requirements, and convenience and practicality are always welcome.

[@drwalka10]

The guy acts like convenience is a nuances ....

[@Rielestkid]

That opening shot tho! So smooth.

[@SebbySenpai]

Great review as always guys! One thing: How exactly did you edit/grade the unprocessed footage at 11:53?

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

It was just adjusted in Final Cut X's color correction tool, with some light sharpening added. Nothing fancy. Jordan @ TCSTV

[@BladeRunner21577]

Would you say the the softness in the image is a Canon trademark?

[@sgerardpandian]

I am watching the first review of yours and I must say this is the most comprehensive, informative and unbiased review of a camera Ive seen till date! Great going.. I agree with you on the IQ part, I recently upgraded from entry level to mid-range and I switched from a Canon 1100d to a Nikon d5300 just because I wasnt happy with the Canon sensors. Please take note Canon :(

[@jeffreymliss]

Best camera reviews on the net. Nice job.

[@jososapr]

Which other lenses you use for this shooting? It is clear that 70-200mm, but other ones. Thanks.

[@stoneage6726]

hi , may i know the model of the white long lens using in this video... ??

[@33chuey]

Great review! I picked this camera an waiting for it to come in!! Whats the lenses u r using in this video?

[@blockedjunctionstudios8763]

Every camera has trade offs. For example, sure the Nikon D3300 has 4 extra megapixels but the 7D Mark ll has double the burst rate and get usable shots until ISO 12800. Maybe.

[@joaoesteves684]

a question, in continuous mode allservo in live mode the need to always be with your finger in focus? obrg for the video

[@Shangg87]

Was filmed hand held or used with a cam glider and what kind?

[@Jonathan-hu3lk]

Could the problem with continuous autofocus in live view mode not be solved by back button focusing?

[@jeejay98]

Is that a new Nikon D33000 (thirty three thousand) seen at 16:19? I want one.

[@53fazer]

I cant understand why you would review a camera like this taking street shot when the majority of buyers will be shooting wildlife. This is a great camera for that far ahead of it's competition. Go out and shoot something real for a change.. As far as sharpening set your camera up properly plus if you do shoot wildlife get a good L lens you don't have to get a 400 f/4 get a 100 - 400 or a 300mm f/4 that will be in the reach of most people. That's just my two cents ! LOL !

[@AnthonyPham]

Can't seem to get 60fps for video. Could you advise? Thank you!

[@maxrienhoff9185]

Have the camera a silence shutter?

[@shaungo1631]

Great review. Please review with the same depth on the Samsung NX-1. On paper, it beats the Canon by a good margin.

[@jonathanabrams6018]

Hi Guys, Nice review. Not big on DSLR filmmaking ,but yes for stills. The 7d Mark II looks good and has some nice features. I shot the TV series "Bluff" in Calgary with a 5d Mark III. At first, I was hesitant, but loved the way it held up under low light conditions. Images were very clear and holds up in a larger format. The 7d Mark II as well as most of the Canons are great for TV. In terms of filmmaking, after seeing the Nikon's image clarity on your review, I am sold. I would rather get the sharpest image possible and dumb it down in post later or ad a filmic look. I am going to look at more comparisons on here. Keep up the good work!

[@nelsonbrett1]

Jordan brilliant review was looking at purchasing the 7d i have Sony alpha camera at the moment and have no idea on the lenses to buy with the 7d. what lens was used to take the rugby pictures? Pls Help, i will be using to take rugby shots as well as family days out. Cheers Also this looks like the best DSLR for the money?

[@LearningFast]

Wow that is really good 720p video. Oh wait! That is 1080p. With 4K cameras now this just isn't going to cut it for video. The AF looks really good but the final product just isn't there.

[@gadtesler]

Great review. Will the on pixel face detect af work with usm lenses?

[@basilbcf]

I bought this camera (pre-ordered) the day it came out! It is amazing!

[@glensworld66]

So if you took the same walk again, would you prefer to take the 7D mkii 70-200 combination or the GH4 35-100?

[@drewarmstrong4325]

So, what I want to know is what did you use for the mic system for the video? Will it handle two lavalier mics?

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

We ran a single Sony UWP-D11 wireless system into the 7D MK II. To run multiple mics into the 7D MK II you'll need an audio recorder like a Zoom H5, or an XLR adapter like the Beachtek DXA-SLR. Jordan @ TCSTV

[@romenorom]

You guys should do the shootout between Canon 7d m2 and Sony a77 m2 :)

[@henjohn8634]

Great review may be my next camera from a 700D. What autofocus mode did the photographer use during the shots of the woman's rugby match?

[@martinr5362]

Great review. I won,t repeat what is said below but I do hope you will review the Samsung 'S1'

[@CodyOsburn]

I want to start getting into videography and am currently doing some research on what camera I should buy. I want to make car videos which would be composed of a lot of in car perspective shots as well as exterior tracking shots. It would primarily be filmed in daylight and include a lot of wide scenery clips, but I would still like to have a camera with lowlight capability. Any advice on a what camera I should get. It's a bit overwhelming right now as this kind of thing is a bit foreign to me. I'm currently looking at the the A7s and the Canon 60D and 70D. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

[@dipanjanbarman8206]

really a very good review on DSLR. I already using canon 700D and thinking about to upgrade it and it pretty detailed and helpful review. Thank you so much for doing this. And keep up helping.

[@Ant3739]

A balanced and thoughtful review, as always. Well done.

[@PeeHooo]

Jordan, have you tried Canon video X picture style? www.canon.co.jp/imaging/picturestyle/file/videocamera.html I find the image pleasing and easy to grade yet it is giving more dynamic range.

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

I forgot about that picture style! I'll try it out when we test Canon's next DSLR. Jordan @ TCSTV

[@dauvicdaudo]

Hi there! Where can I buy used canon 7D Mark II till arrive in Mozambique?

[@Muscari]

Is it just me, or the videos coming out really good lately?

[@CaptainVapes]

GREAT REVIEW, DO U EDIT YOUR PHOTOS THAT YOU SHOW US IN YOUR REVIEWS ?, I mean do u edit them before you post them or do you leave them stock for the viewer to see ?

[@debapratimsaha4171]

What about DCR in comparison to full frame?

[@StefanJacobsPhoto]

Hey guys, I really enjoy the review. Can you compare this camera to the sony a77II, that would be great!

[@rafihaque5233]

which lens did you use during video time?

[@pardeepsekhon6287]

which purture , iso , white balance is best for night shooting on canon 7D mark 2 ?

[@SkyHrym]

I heard somewhere that the Canon 7D's '1080p' is soft because it's up-scaled internally because of line-skipping. Could it be something similar with the 7Dmk2?

[@Hooxii2011]

Nice Video, any know what lens he use ?

[@UDPride]

Excellent review. I agree with just about all of it. Question: what hardware are you using to capture your audio. I didnt see any wireless sennheisers or anything so Im thinking an on-camera mic? Its very good audio if it is.

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

We use Sony UWP-D11 wireless mic systems for audio. You can't see it because it's hidden in a Rode Invisilav under Chris' jacket. Thanks for watching! Jordan @ TCSTV

[@gallyzhou2824]

Hello all, I was hoping you could recommend a camera for me. Im planning on shooting mainly wildlife, landscape, macro, and some indoor/night photography. I'll also be taking the camera on vacations , trips and shooting family and friends. Video is not as important to me since I have a GoPro for that, but I would certainly like to be able to shoot with these cameras as well. I can't decide between the d7200, 7d mark ii, and sony a7 ii. Which of the three would you recommend for what Im planning on shooting? If there is a better alternative than the three I listed above please let me know. Keep up the reviews I really enjoy watching them!

[@nishz8311]

Hii, I am not able to view all focus point when I put wide angle(10-18 mm), on canon 7d mark 2, could you please tell how can i view them all.

[@GregTjosvold]

I purchased my first DSLR, a Pentax K-30, for a trip to Antarctica. I LOVE this sturdy camera and the wildlife photos I was able to take as a total rookie. However, I've reached its limits (especially when photographing birds) and want to move up. Here is my dilemma: Do I sell my K-30 body and buy a K-3 now (only a few hundred $ out of pocket), keeping my existing lenses _or_ do I save my $ for another year until I can finally buy into Canon's universe of lenses with the 7D Mark II? I guess what I am asking (being the impatient sort ), what features, beyond lens selection and availability, are significantly superior on the Canon 7D Mark II vs the Pentax K-3? Also, does Nikon have something in the pipes for wildlife photographers?

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

Aside from the more complete system, the 7D MK II has significantly better autofocus tracking and video quality. For my money, they K-3 has better image quality though. Jordan @ TCSTV

[@GregTjosvold]

TheCameraStoreTV Thanks Jordan. Great info.

[@Diostillrocks]

***** I don't think Pentax ever made an action camera that competed with something like the Canon 7D series or Nikon D300s. Pentax looks like it's really aiming at the Medium Format field and is looking to make Medium Format photography more affordable.

[@GregTjosvold]

Thanks for all the comments gang. In the end I caved to my techno-lust, sold my K-30 and added a few hundred for the K-3. Love it! But do wish I had access to all the rental lenses in the Canon/Nikon world. May end up going multi-brand one day.

[@Sultan-e]

Great job guys! I liked the review. I have one question, is this a good camera for shooting a Wedding? What Canon Camera & Lenses do you guys recommend for shooting/ filming Weddings?

[@MegaMRCHURRO]

Im trying to find a camera for shooting airplanes and this one seems to be really good

[@daoxx777]

I have a 7d and 24-105 4 as my main lens should i upgrade to a 7d mark ii or invest in more glass like 70-200 f4 is.

[@Airwane]

what does it have more then the 70D?

[@colinhenry_uk]

Really good review, best I've seen in a long time.

[@jacobiniklas]

Which would you recommend for automotive photography, 7D ii or 6D?

[@MouseinDaHowse97]

Depends if the car is moving or parked. If you want to get a car moving 7d. The speed and autofocus is great. If you are just taking stationary photos of a car the 6d's full frame would be nice

[@MaxwellStarr]

Now for a 7DmkII vs Sony A77II comparison or shoot-out! Determine once and for all who the real king of APS-C is!

[@couchgaming5577]

Should i upgrade from my T1i to this?

[@ShawnWagar]

Another brilliant review guys!

[@jounijr]

Hi Do you guys recommend this as a allround camera? I have 7d and i like about the bigger body and handling...i do all kind of photographing, from sport to portraits......this is much cheaper than 5d 3.

[@cgraminha1]

Congratulations, and Could you help me about how to change the language form japanese to english on camera display? tks

[@cformont]

You guys always do great reviews, thanks for doing this.

[@Photoshopuzr]

Thanks for the review guys well said. First time viewer and subscribed!!

[@alex0589]

I stopped listening to what the host was saying when that tripod became a freaking steadicam at around 0:28. Is that Ronin+ IS + stabilization in post? Somehow the shot being too stable made it distracting(?!). Am i insane? Probably. Anyways, thanks for making this. Cheers.

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

Just the Ronin, no IS or software stabilization. Jordan @ TCSTV

[@alex0589]

TheCameraStoreTV Thanks. One of the best neutral videos ive seen about the 7dii, good job.

[@moviewatcher1024]

I must say I disagree with your review. It is true that Nikon cameras have higher dynamic range than Canon cameras. Bear in mind that Nikon buys sensors from Sony, who is also a camera company. Will Sony stop selling sensors to Nikon one day? Who knows? It is a very poor business strategy to buy sensors from another company. Canon makes their own sensor - that to me is a great idea. Sensor, as important as they are for cameras, are not the only thing critical to users though. Most of the sensor shortcomings can be corrected in post. Being able to attain focus quickly and accurately is more important. You cannot fix an out of focus picture in post after all. Note today 90% of the Nikon cameras are made in Thailand or China. Even the D810 is made in Thailand. That again is a short sighted business decision. I own a lot of Canon cameras and lenses and all of them are made in Japan. I especially have a problem with goods made in China. Not that their quality or workmanship is poor, but I would rather not support a communism and totalitarian regime. I used to shoot exclusively Nikon. Until Nikon changes, there is no way I will use another Nikon camera, period.

[@VaFreeways]

In the current DX lineup, only the D5300 uses a Sony sensor. The D3300 uses a Nikon-made sensor and the D7100 uses a Toshiba sensor.

[@Thalestin]

I agree with you. I used to shoot Nikon until I found out that half their goods are made in parts of the world that are severely under paid. Im sure the cameras are still good quality but they decided to go with profit over ethics. Most large companies around the world do this but Canon has been the best so far from the major camera manufacturers. I cringed when I picked up a 1000 dollar nikkon macro lens and saw the "MADE IN CHINA" stamp. I like my Canon cameras and I find they shoot fine stills. Bottom line is that at this stage of the game, any camera can take a nice still. However, there are millions of terrible photographers out there that want to look at spec sheets rather that get out and shoot with what they have. I will not pretend that I am a fantastic photographer but I understand at this point that if I am unhappy with my shots it is because I did not take a good shot and that it was not a fault of poor camera tech.

[@moviewatcher1024]

VaFreeways imagine if half of Ford Motor Company's vehicles were powered by GM engines. Would it be a wise business strategy to work out such a deal - buying engines from one's competitor? What if GM stopped selling engines to Ford? OK, if Nikon could buy sensors from Sony and put them in their expensive FX cameras, could Canon do the same? If Canon were to use Sony sensors where would Nikon be? Either way, Nikon is not wise to buy sensors from Sony, its direct competitor.

[@ThomasDMrkeberg]

opjoipopikopp[pl[p[ Come back next year when also Canon will be using Sony sensors ;)

[@ThomasDMrkeberg]

opjoipopikopp[pl[p[ This actually remins me alot of Apple before they went to Intel. They had some shitty cpu's compared to Intel, so they had to make the jump! Canon is almost there. They sensors are, to be honest "shitty" compraed to Sony sensors. They will make the jump just like Apple did with there CPU's. And that's a good thing! No one says it's a poor business strategy for Apple to use Intel CPU's and mainly Samsung parts in there iPhones.

[@julieholland9639]

I still have my 7DII 4 years on and its been saturated with rain, salt spray, had a rough life in Aussie heat and cold yet still produces the goods. Yes the images can be soft in crap lighting but a little basic editing in lightroom and its fine. Its been a great partner to my 5DIII and as Im hearing there will be no 7D3 I think I will hang onto it. I've seen images in print taken by both the 7DII and the D500 and to be honest cant pick which camera took what, a lot has to do with the photographer and their editing skills, I will say that its a workhorse, not perfect but certainly never lets me down

[@coreyhamilton6485]

You guys are awesome! Thx for this review, I really did enjoy it.

[@xegas11]

Best review ive seen about the 7d mark II :)

[@survivalpranjit2730]

What lens are you using??? Tell me bro

[@simitometi6219]

As usual guys, phenomenal review. On another note, can you guys review the Sony A77II. It seems like a pretty compelling camera from the spec sheet alone, but from what Ive been able to gather it somehow disappoints.

[@bluecomposite]

16:18 - Nikon D33000?

[@kanehi]

Since the 7DII is an APS-C system would there be a difference in sharpness when using between an EF-S vs EF lens being used? EF-S lenses' rear glass is narrower and it's made to concentrate it's image on an APS-C sensor. Will an EF lens that has a wider rear glass element and used in an APS-C camera degrade the sharpness due to a larger image overlay upon a smaller sensor?

[@EpicWaterDrop]

Well I have a 18-135 kit lens that came with my 7D mark 2, I did a test with the 18-135 at 100mm and my 70-200 F4L is usm at 100mm and the Fullframe 70-200 was more sharper.

[@kanehi]

"L" lenses are a class of there own but that's nice to know. I have a non "L" EF 100mm macro lens and it's tack sharp on my 70D and 5DII.

[@Smoothblue90]

kanehi No. Same focal length. EF S does not focus differently. Just smaller resultant diameter. EF actually sharper on ASP C because uses middle of lens and does not have same edge and corner issues a full frame sensor will see. Buy L or EF constant aperature or prime lenses for best image.

[@kanehi]

If you don't have a sharp EF lens it's disastrous on a APS-C camera. The flaw will be magnified.

[@TheBeast-hd9bl]

which camera is better for sports, this canon 7d mark ii or sony a6300 ? please let me know

[@JulienGarros]

Awesome review guys! Looks pretty good but the video is so softttt! I'm thinking about buying the new C100 II, i hope it will not be soft.

[@TheCameraStoreTV]

It won't be. The Canon Cinema series all capture very sharp 1080P images. Jordan @ TCSTV

[@criticalpoint7672]

Don't you just love it when big youtubers present false information ? Because they don't understand basic things like the fact that Canon and Nikon are processing images differently and that can give the APPEARANCE of one having better dynamic range than the other. Canon is well known for having more contrast in their color profiles than Nikon has and that obviously cuts down on the APPARENT dynamic range contained in the images, because that affects the way you make your exposure in the first place. But if you understand this aspect then you can setup Canon cameras in such ways that you'll get more dynamic range out of the sensor, by simply dialing down the in-camera contrast at the time of the exposure. Then you'll see that in fact Canon and Nikon are neck in neck when it comes to dynamic range. Or for example load the Technicolor Cinestyle color profile on a Canon camera to see the real dynamic range the sensor is capable of and then compare it to any Nikon camera from the same category. Not only that it will match it, but most likely it will also surpass it. It is simply a myth that Nikon sensors have better dynamic range than Canon sensors, myth kept alive and promoted by people who fail to realize that when comparing two different systems you can't be possibly comparing the same exact luminosity/color science behind the raw files. It is simply a software issue, not a real hardware problem.

[@TheXaelem]

Aah buddy, you got it so wrong it isn't even funny. When shooting jpg then profiles have an affect, but when you shoot raw it has no affect whatsoever. Now I am no Nikon fanboy, I use canon exclusively and the 7dII is still to this day my go to camera, but it most certainly does have less dynamic range than competing Nikon cameras. No doubt about that.

[@criticalpoint7672]

@@TheXaelem You are dead wrong. Read my comment carefully. When shooting raw you check your histogram or your exposure meter, right ? And then you adjust your exposure settings accordingly, isn't it ? Well, the color profile you are using affects your contrast and because of this it also affects your exposure meter, so it can have an impact even when you are shooting raw. Because you are adjusting your exposure settings based on a color profile. So regardless if you are shooting raw or jpeg, the color profile will have a direct or an indirect impact on your dynamic range. I heard this argument 1000 times, that the color profile has no effect when shooting raw, but it definitely has, through exposure.

[@AntMcLeod]

The use case of the 7D was wild life & sports. You guys didn't test it?

[@dank5372]

Hi I have got canon 7d ii and can't make it work for sharp continues tracking photos. What settings do you actually have if you shoot sport or wild life as when I use it I have 2 out of 10 photos sharp . Where my Sony a7r II can track perfectly... thanks

[@187onaPigeon]

The Nikon shadow pushing comparison is crazy. Such a big difference. In price also.

[@centauro74]

How the AF of this camera compares to the nikon d750, I know that is FF. But talking generally about AF through the viewfinder. And the sharpness of the pictures. I have the 70D and I get a lot of soft images even a high shooter speed and single focus.

[@tonybarrett9365]

What AF settings were used on the Rugby series, specifically Case number, tracking sensitivity, Accel./decel. tracking and AF pt switching? I am new to Canon, I have set the camera similar to my Nikon, any help would be appreciated.

[@TK-vf6jw]

Tony Barrett I used "Case 3" in the AF menu. I set the camera to focus with the back AF button. I used the selectable AF 9 points, and used the centre AF spot, expanded by one, so the surrounding 4 spots were live as well. AF was set to AI Servo and the motor drive was set to high (10 fps). I shot that sequence with a Canon EF 400mm F2.8L IS II USM lens. The images were shot on Auto ISO in AV Auto mode F/4, with the range that the shutter speed could not go below 1/1000 of a sec.

[@tonybarrett9365]

Todd, Thanks for the reply, as I said I am new to the Canon line. I use back focus too, I haven't tried Case 3, I have been using Case 1 and Case 4, AF pt on the 4 and 8 plus the center. Have you adjusted the tracking or other settings available in the Case settings? I have shot 7 football games since I got it, I used it this past Saturday to shoot the OSU game for the first time, I used TV mode and Auto ISO, shutter speed 1/1250 - 1/1600, eval metering. Overall I am happy with it, I still have some focus problems but that could be me more than the camera. Thanks again, Tony Barrett

[@atyl1972]

so, for landscapes it should be the 5D?

[@UKPhoto111]

Yes, and with a greater variety and quality of wide angle lenses made for FF that would make a lot of sense.

[@montruo000000007]

That was an awesome first scene! Impressive!

[@KamataMusik]

16:19 D33000?

[@PaulHojda]

I love it how the cheapest Nikon APS-C DSLR has a better sensor the most expensive Canon APS-C DSLR. Kudos to Sony, who actually makes Nikon's sensors I suppose

[@riccar11]

Ya right. Compare the Nikon at ISO 6400 to the 7D. Nobody mentions this fact. Canon sensors have always had better high ISO DR. Whatch the vid.

[@reoflex]

Paul Hojda To be honest though, the advantage in picture IQ of Nikon's cheapest and Canon's most expensive, only apply with pictures taken in great light. Canon cameras will blow the cheap Nikons out of the water when it comes to shooting in low light, such as weddings, events, indoor sports. Still, Canon should take this as a problem that needs to be corrected. It shouldn't be making sensors that can't compete with the Nikon cheapie, especially at the price points they are selling these Canon Cameras.

[@chepo1956]

Hi Chris. I would like to see your thoughts on the Sony A77m2. I have one and the focusing tracking is awesome! I had the old Canon 7D but I sold it and got the Sony and have no regrets.