Canon
EOS 7D Mark II
APS-C sports DSLR flagship with 20.2MP, 10fps burst, 65-point cross-type AF, Dual Pixel live-view AF, and pro magnesium build.
$1,799
Launch priceReleased Sep 2014
Canon
EOS R3
Pro 24MP full-frame stacked-sensor body built for sports, news, wildlife, and high-speed hybrid capture.
$5,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2021
EOS R3 is 7 years newer.
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Wins
EOS 7D Mark II
Wins
EOS R3
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEOS R3 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 0 fps)
- BEOS R3 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BEOS R3 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BEOS R3 has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 65)
- BEOS R3 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 16,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS 7D Mark II
149 × 112 × 78 mm
820 g (1.81 lb / 28.92 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
EOS R3
150 × 143 × 87 mm
1015 g (2.24 lb / 35.80 oz)
EOS 7D Mark II is 1mm narrower, 30mm shorter, and 9mm thinner than EOS R3.
EOS 7D Mark II is 195 g lighter than EOS R3.
Depth (front-to-back): 78mm EOS 7D Mark II · 87mm EOS R3
Sensor size, to scale
EOS 7D Mark II
22.4 × 15 mm · APS-C
336 mm² area
EOS R3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
2.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS 7D Mark II
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
native lenses available
EOS R3
Canon 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
EOS 7D Mark II
Subject recognition
Adds Human face (iTR AF)
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MOV / MP4)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 148.6, 112.4, 78.2
Card types
Adds CF (UDMA 7), SD UHS-I
EVF magnification
1 × vs 0.76 × — higher is better
Weight
820 g vs 1015 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
670 shots vs 620 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
EOS R3
AF low-light limit
-7.5 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds RAW, H.265, H.264
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150, 142.6, 87.2
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
- ✓Headphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support headphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS 7D Mark II
Pros
- ✓10fps with 65 cross-type AF points
- ✓Dual DIGIC 6 + Dual Pixel CMOS AF
- ✓CF + SD dual card slots
- ✓Weather-sealed magnesium body
- ✓Built-in GPS
Cons
- –20MP resolution behind newer bodies
- –No 4K video (1080p60 max)
- –No Wi-Fi built-in
- –DSLR platform aging
EOS R3
Pros
- ✓30fps electronic burst from a stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓Exceptional low-light AF down to -7.5 EV
- ✓Integrated pro body with large LP-E19 battery
- ✓6K RAW video and 4K 120p
- ✓Rugged weather-sealed construction
Cons
- –24MP resolution trails higher-detail rivals
- –Large integrated-grip body
- –Expensive compared with enthusiast full-frame bodies
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, EOS 7D Mark II or EOS R3?
EOS R3 scores 9.0/10 versus 2.0/10 for EOS 7D Mark II — 6K video for oversampled 4K.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS 7D Mark II and EOS R3?
EOS 7D Mark II is 20.2 MP and EOS R3 is 24.1 MP, so the EOS R3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS 7D Mark II and EOS R3 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS 7D Mark II does not have IBIS, while EOS R3 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS 7D Mark II or the EOS R3?
EOS 7D Mark II reaches 10 fps electronic. EOS R3 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS 7D Mark II and EOS R3?
EOS 7D Mark II weighs 820 g and EOS R3 weighs 1015 g, so the EOS 7D Mark II is 195 g lighter.
Do the EOS 7D Mark II and EOS R3 record 4K video?
EOS 7D Mark II: Full HD (1920 × 1080). EOS R3: 6K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS 7D Mark II and EOS R3 weather sealed?
EOS 7D Mark II: Yes. EOS R3: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 670 shots (CIPA) for the EOS 7D Mark II and 620 shots for the EOS R3, giving the EOS 7D Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS 7D Mark II launched at $1,799 and EOS R3 at $5,999. The EOS 7D Mark II is $4,200 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.