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
Ricoh
GR IVx
40mm-equivalent GR IV sibling with a newly designed 26.1mm f/2.8 lens, 25.74MP APS-C sensor, 5-axis SR, 4K video, 53GB internal storage, and pocket street-camera handling. Winter 2026 planned.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased Dec 2026
GR IVx is 12.2 years newer.
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Wins
EOS 7D Mark II
Wins
GR IVx
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BGR IVx has higher 4K max frame rate (30 fps vs 0 fps)
- BGR IVx has higher ISO max (native) (204,800 vs 16,000)
- BGR IVx has lower Weight (265 g vs 820 g)
- AEOS 7D Mark II has higher Battery life (CIPA) (670 shots vs 250 shots)
- AEOS 7D Mark II has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 4 fps)
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
GR IVx
109 × 61 × 33 mm
265 g (0.58 lb / 9.35 oz)
EOS 7D Mark II is 39mm wider, 51mm taller, and 45mm thicker than GR IVx.
EOS 7D Mark II is 555 g heavier than GR IVx.
Depth (front-to-back): 78mm EOS 7D Mark II · 33mm GR IVx
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS 7D Mark II
149 × 112 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GR IVx
109 × 61 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS 7D Mark II
149 × 78 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GR IVx
109 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS 7D Mark II
22.4 × 15 mm · APS-C
336 mm² area
GR IVx
23.3 × 15.5 mm · APS-C
361 mm² area
1.1× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
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 SD, SDHC, SDXC…
Battery life (CIPA)
670 shots vs 250 shots — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
10 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS 7D Mark II supports it
Reasons to choose
GR IVx
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
4K max frame rate
30 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MOV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 109.4, 61.1, 33.4
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC UHS-I
ISO max (native)
204,800 vs 16,000 — higher is better
Weight
265 g vs 820 g — lower is better
Eye AF
Only GR IVx supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
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
GR IVx
Pros
- ✓New 26.1mm f/2.8 GR lens (40mm equiv.)
- ✓GR IV 25.74MP APS-C + 5-axis SR
- ✓4K 30p/24p and 53GB built-in storage
- ✓Snap focus, 50/71mm crops, 2-stop ND
- ✓Pocketable 265g body
Cons
- –Price not yet announced (listed at GR IV $1,499)
- –Winter 2026 or later — still in development as of Aug 2026
- –No built-in EVF
- –Fixed 40mm-equiv. lens
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, EOS 7D Mark II or GR IVx?
GR IVx scores 6.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for EOS 7D Mark II — 25.74MP — solid resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS 7D Mark II and GR IVx?
EOS 7D Mark II is 20.2 MP and GR IVx is 25.74 MP, so the GR IVx captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS 7D Mark II and GR IVx have in-body image stabilization?
EOS 7D Mark II does not have IBIS, while GR IVx has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS 7D Mark II or the GR IVx?
EOS 7D Mark II reaches 10 fps electronic. GR IVx reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS 7D Mark II and GR IVx?
EOS 7D Mark II weighs 820 g and GR IVx weighs 265 g, so the GR IVx is 555 g lighter.
Do the EOS 7D Mark II and GR IVx record 4K video?
EOS 7D Mark II: Full HD (1920 × 1080). GR IVx: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS 7D Mark II and GR IVx weather sealed?
EOS 7D Mark II: Yes. GR IVx: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 670 shots (CIPA) for the EOS 7D Mark II and 250 shots for the GR IVx, giving the EOS 7D Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS 7D Mark II launched at $1,799 and GR IVx at $1,499. The GR IVx is $300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Ricoh press materials.