Canon's 7D line of APS-C DSLRs were a massive hit for the company, as they borrowed many of the advanced features and capabilities of powerful full frame cameras like the 1D series and put them in far more affordable bodies that were accessible to a much wider audience. The EOS R7 has continued that philosophy in the mirrorless age, and it offers photographers some incredible features for the price. This great video review takes a look at the camera after a year of usage and discusses whether its combination of performance and image quality make it the right choice for you.
Coming to you from Jan Wegener, this in-depth video review takes a look at the Canon EOS R7 mirrorless camera after a year of usage. While not perfect, the EOS R7 checks a lot of boxes for demanding photographers, particularly with its high continuous burst rate and advanced autofocus system. And while that APS-C sensor can be a drawback when compared to full frame, it can actually be a boon in certain situations (particularly bird, wildlife, and sports photography), where that crop factor gives the photographer some extra reach without having to shell out for another expensive supertelephoto lens. It certainly makes for a great primary or backup body for many applications, particularly if you are already invested in the Canon ecosystem. Check out the video above for the full rundown from Wegener.
Perhaps the best aps-c camera with the worst lens. Sony and Fuji aps-c have good 16-55 f2.8 lens (dust protected). With Canon you must go to plastic 17-55 f2.8 (n dust protected) with EF-RF adapter... Seriously, Canon?
Having purchased the R7 in January, I can say that I have put it through a workout, using the Sigma EF 17-50 2.8 and the Canon 24-105 F4L lenses. I ahve the EFtoRF adapter with programmable ring.
In 6 months I have taken approximately 30000 images of 75 various events. From Pro sports to the concerts, and news.
In Concerts you have 3 songs to get the shots, In Sports there is only a split second to get the shot.
For Reference I also shoot with a 7d MKII which was the 29th camera off the line and it has close to 500000 images over the last 9 and 1/2 years and a single shutter. My 7D had 650000 when I slipped and broke the display and liquid leaked out in January.
Comparing it to my 7d MKII,
The R7 is definitely a much more advanced camera, it also takes some getting used to for the controls and the additional features. I shoot manual at all times and live view ICD without having to hit the button on the front of the camera is great.
The ability to program the ring on the adaptor makes the function you find most hard to hit which for me is big fingers so my ISO is on the ring, I hit the lock buttion one too many times. I originally used the ring for F-stop.
The C connection is fast for downloading direct from the camera, and yes I always download direct from the camera, 2 reasons 1 the less you are opening the camera the less chance of messing up or dirtying the inside. The same with my lenses I do not change lense in open air and only do it before I start shooting, I have had the sensor on the 7D MKII cleaned 6 times in 9 years.
The Focus is amazing, again shooting Sports and Concerts the eyes are the key. I have shot 30000 images and maybe 1-2% have been out of focus, 90% it is as a result of back lighting. the other 10% is my fault.
I won't go into all of the functions, it would take way too long.
If you are just getting into photography and want mirrorless, you can't beat the quality and results. If you are a professional then this camera will provide you with the ability to do even more with your photography.
In Canada, the camera sells for around $1900 the ring with programmable ring is about $110, in total it cost me the about same amount as my Canon 7D MKII in 2014, with inflation it was cheaper.
I haven't used RF lenses as they are still a bit pricey, and I can still use all of my lenses with exception of my Tamron 70-200 2.8, i have to get it reprogrammed and I have not had the time.
So if you are looking for a great camera as a tool for your photography, the Canon R7 may just meet all of your needs and then some. It has the features of cameras that cost much more, and gets you in the game.
Hi. I have both the R6 and R7. I use my R7 twice as much as my R6. I absolutely love the R7. I go out with both cameras obviously with different focal length lenses to catch just about anything that pops up. I use it mainly with my EF 70-200 2.8 mkii. I just wish it were the same body size as my R6. I do hope Canon decides to possibly make a “Pro” version of the R7.
The photos are amazing. I have nowhere near as many shots as you but the thousands I’ve taken are 100% better than my 5D mk3 which almost made me jump ship to Nikon.
I also never change lenses in the field. Hence 2 different sensor sized bodies. I do highly recommend the R7.