Blackmagic
URSA Cine 17K
Large-format 65mm cinema camera with 17K resolution, interchangeable lens mount, and BRAW recording.
$29,995
Launch priceReleased Apr 2024
Canon
EOS R7
32.5MP APS-C RF-mount body with 30fps burst, 4K 60p, 7-stop IBIS, and advanced subject tracking.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased May 2022
URSA Cine 17K is 1.9 years newer.
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Wins
URSA Cine 17K
Wins
EOS R7
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEOS R7 has lower AF low-light limit (-5 EV vs 0 EV)
- BEOS R7 has higher AF points / zones (651 vs 0)
- BEOS R7 has higher AF frame coverage (100 % vs 0 %)
- BEOS R7 has lower Weight (612 g vs 8500 g)
- AURSA Cine 17K has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 42 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareURSA Cine 17K
280 × 190 × 200 mm
8500 g (18.74 lb / 299.83 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
EOS R7
132 × 90 × 92 mm
612 g (1.35 lb / 21.59 oz)
URSA Cine 17K is 148mm wider, 100mm taller, and 108mm thicker than EOS R7.
URSA Cine 17K is 7888 g heavier than EOS R7.
Depth (front-to-back): 200mm URSA Cine 17K · 92mm EOS R7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
URSA Cine 17K
280 × 190 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
EOS R7
132 × 90 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
URSA Cine 17K
280 × 200 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
EOS R7
132 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
URSA Cine 17K
55.96 × 29.87 mm · Full Frame
1672 mm² area
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
5.1× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
URSA Cine 17K: mount data unavailable
EOS R7
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
URSA Cine 17K
Codecs
Adds Blackmagic RAW
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 280, 190, 200
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 42 frames — higher is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
Resolution
65 MP vs 32.5 MP — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only URSA Cine 17K supports it
Reasons to choose
EOS R7
AF low-light limit
-5 EV vs 0 EV — lower is better
AF points / zones
651 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 0 % — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, AAC, LPCM
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
612 g vs 8500 g — lower is better
EVF magnification
1.15 × vs 0.78 × — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
URSA Cine 17K
Pros
- ✓17K large format
- ✓Interchangeable mount
- ✓Blackmagic RAW
- ✓Pro cinema workflow
Cons
- –Extremely expensive
- –Massive files
- –Requires full crew
EOS R7
Pros
- ✓High-resolution 32.5MP APS-C sensor
- ✓Up to 30fps electronic burst
- ✓7-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓Dual SD UHS-II card slots
- ✓Strong value for wildlife and sports reach
Cons
- –APS-C sensor trails full-frame in low-light depth
- –RF-S lens lineup is still limited
- –4K 60p uses a crop in some modes
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, URSA Cine 17K or EOS R7?
EOS R7 scores 8.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for URSA Cine 17K — 612g — compact and travel-friendly.
What's the resolution difference between the URSA Cine 17K and EOS R7?
URSA Cine 17K is 65 MP and EOS R7 is 32.5 MP, so the URSA Cine 17K captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the URSA Cine 17K and EOS R7 have in-body image stabilization?
URSA Cine 17K has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the URSA Cine 17K or the EOS R7?
URSA Cine 17K reaches 30 fps electronic. EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the URSA Cine 17K and EOS R7?
URSA Cine 17K weighs 8500 g and EOS R7 weighs 612 g, so the EOS R7 is 7888 g lighter.
Do the URSA Cine 17K and EOS R7 record 4K video?
URSA Cine 17K: 4K up to 120p. EOS R7: 4K up to 59.94p.
Are the URSA Cine 17K and EOS R7 weather sealed?
URSA Cine 17K: Yes. EOS R7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the URSA Cine 17K and 660 shots for the EOS R7, giving the EOS R7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
URSA Cine 17K launched at $29,995 and EOS R7 at $1,499. The EOS R7 is $28,496 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Blackmagic and Canon press materials.