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EOS 7D Mark II

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 price

Released Sep 2014

vs

Fujifilm

X100V

Previous-gen fixed 23mm f/2 street camera — still hugely popular and hard to find.

$1,399

Launch price

Released Feb 2020

X100V is 5.4 years newer.

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Wins

6categories

EOS 7D Mark II

Wins

8categories

X100V

Sports & ActionTravel

1 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

EOS 7D Mark II wins 2 categories·X100V wins 3 categories
  • BX100V has higher 4K max frame rate (30 fps vs 0 fps)
  • BX100V has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 65)
  • BX100V has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 10 fps)
  • AEOS 7D Mark II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
  • AEOS 7D Mark II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (670 shots vs 350 shots)

Key specs at a glance

EOS 7D Mark IIX100V
Resolution20.2 MP26.1 MP
Sensor22.4 × 15.0 mmAPS-C
ISO max16,00012,800
Burst10 fps30 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight820 g478 g
Battery670 shots350 shots
4K30 fps

Size and weight, to scale

EOS 7D Mark II front view

EOS 7D Mark II

149 × 112 × 78 mm

820 g (1.81 lb / 28.92 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

X100V

128 × 75 × 53 mm

478 g (1.05 lb / 16.86 oz)

EOS 7D Mark II is 21mm wider, 38mm taller, and 25mm thicker than X100V.

EOS 7D Mark II is 342 g heavier than X100V.

Depth (front-to-back): 78mm EOS 7D Mark II · 53mm X100V

Sensor size, to scale

EOS 7D Mark II

22.4 × 15 mm · APS-C

336 mm² area

X100V

23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C

367 mm² area

1.1× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.

Lens ecosystem

Native lens selection

EOS 7D Mark II

✓ more lenses

Canon EF

300+

native lenses available

100 first-party200 third-party

X100V: mount data unavailable

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

Use caseEOS 7D Mark IIX100V
Portrait
1.0Limited
5.5Fair✓ wins
Sports & Action
3.0Limited
7.0Good✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
2.0Limited
3.5Limited✓ wins
Landscape
2.5Limited
3.0Limited✓ wins
Travel
4.0Fair
7.0Good✓ wins
Wildlife
3.0Limited
6.5Good✓ wins
Vlogging
1.0Limited
5.0Fair✓ wins

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

  • AA filter

    Only EOS 7D Mark II supports it

  • Card slots

    2 vs 1 — higher is better

  • Card types

    Adds CF (UDMA 7)

  • Headphone jack (3.5mm)

    Only EOS 7D Mark II supports it

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    670 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better

Reasons to choose

X100V

  • AF low-light limit

    -5 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better

  • 4K max frame rate

    30 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better

  • Codecs

    Adds H.264

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 128, 74.8, 53.3

  • AF points / zones

    425 vs 65 — higher is better

  • Burst (electronic)

    30 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better

  • Eye AF

    Only X100V supports it

  • Pre-Capture / Pre-Release

    Only X100V supports it

Both cameras share

  • Weather sealingBoth support weather sealing
  • Microphone jack (3.5mm)Both support microphone 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

X100V

Pros

  • Classic design
  • Leaf shutter
  • Film simulations
  • Proven street camera

Cons

  • Superseded by X100VI
  • Fixed lens
  • No IBIS

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

EOS 7D Mark II
X100V
Resolution
20.2 MP
26.1 MP+29%
Sensor type
APS-C CMOS
APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4
Sensor size
22.4 × 15.0 mm
23.5 x 15.6 mm
AA filter
Yes
No
EOS 7D Mark II
X100V
Aperture
f/2.0
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
35 mm
EOS 7D Mark II
X100V
Processor
Dual DIGIC 6
X-Processor 4
EOS 7D Mark II
X100V
ISO min (native)
100−60 less
160
ISO max (native)
16,000+0.3 stops
12,800
ISO max (expanded)
51,200
51,200
EOS 7D Mark II
X100V
Shutter type
Mechanical focal-plane + electronic
Lens Shutter + Electronic
Max mechanical speed
1/8000 sec
1/4000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/32000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for portraits, EOS 7D Mark II or X100V?

X100V scores 5.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for EOS 7D Mark II — 26.1MP — solid resolution.

What's the resolution difference between the EOS 7D Mark II and X100V?

EOS 7D Mark II is 20.2 MP and X100V is 26.1 MP, so the X100V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

How does stabilization compare between the EOS 7D Mark II and X100V?

EOS 7D Mark II does not have IBIS, while X100V does not have IBIS.

Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS 7D Mark II or the X100V?

EOS 7D Mark II reaches 10 fps electronic. X100V reaches 30 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the EOS 7D Mark II and X100V?

EOS 7D Mark II weighs 820 g and X100V weighs 478 g, so the X100V is 342 g lighter.

Do the EOS 7D Mark II and X100V record 4K video?

EOS 7D Mark II: Full HD (1920 × 1080). X100V: 4K up to 30p.

Are the EOS 7D Mark II and X100V weather sealed?

EOS 7D Mark II: Yes. X100V: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 670 shots (CIPA) for the EOS 7D Mark II and 350 shots for the X100V, giving the EOS 7D Mark II the edge.

How much does each cost?

EOS 7D Mark II launched at $1,799 and X100V at $1,399. The X100V is $400 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.

Product images courtesy of Canon and Fujifilm press materials.