Canon
EOS 7D
Classic APS-C sports DSLR with 18MP, 8fps burst, 19-point cross-type AF, Dual DIGIC 4, and weather-sealed magnesium body.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Sep 2009
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
EOS 7D Mark II is 5 years newer.
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Wins
EOS 7D
Wins
EOS 7D Mark II
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEOS 7D Mark II has higher AF points / zones (65 vs 19)
- BEOS 7D Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (16,000 vs 6,400)
- BEOS 7D Mark II has higher 1080p max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- BEOS 7D Mark II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BEOS 7D Mark II has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 8 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS 7D
148 × 111 × 74 mm
820 g (1.81 lb / 28.92 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
EOS 7D Mark II
149 × 112 × 78 mm
820 g (1.81 lb / 28.92 oz)
EOS 7D is 2mm shorter and 5mm thinner than EOS 7D Mark II.
EOS 7D and EOS 7D Mark II weigh the same.
Depth (front-to-back): 74mm EOS 7D · 78mm EOS 7D Mark II
Sensor size, to scale
EOS 7D
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
EOS 7D Mark II
22.4 × 15 mm · APS-C
336 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS 7D
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
native lenses available
EOS 7D Mark II
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
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
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MOV)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 148.2, 110.7, 73.5
Card types
Adds CF (UDMA 6)
Battery life (CIPA)
800 shots vs 670 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
EOS 7D Mark II
AF low-light limit
-3 EV vs -0.5 EV — lower is better
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
AF points / zones
65 vs 19 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
16,000 vs 6,400 — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Weight — Both 820 g
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓EVF magnification — Both 1 ×
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS 7D
Pros
- ✓8fps with 19 cross-type AF points
- ✓Dual DIGIC 4 image processors
- ✓100% viewfinder with electronic level
- ✓Weather-sealed magnesium alloy body
- ✓Full HD 1080p video
Cons
- –18MP resolution dated today
- –Single CF card slot
- –No Wi-Fi or GPS
- –1080p limited to 30fps
- –DSLR platform aging
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
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS 7D and EOS 7D Mark II?
EOS 7D is 18 MP and EOS 7D Mark II is 20.2 MP, so the EOS 7D Mark II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the EOS 7D and EOS 7D Mark II?
EOS 7D does not have IBIS, while EOS 7D Mark II does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS 7D or the EOS 7D Mark II?
EOS 7D reaches 8 fps electronic. EOS 7D Mark II reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS 7D and EOS 7D Mark II?
Both bodies weigh roughly 820 g.
Do the EOS 7D and EOS 7D Mark II record 4K video?
EOS 7D: Full HD (1920 × 1080). EOS 7D Mark II: Full HD (1920 × 1080).
Are the EOS 7D and EOS 7D Mark II weather sealed?
EOS 7D: Yes. EOS 7D Mark II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 800 shots (CIPA) for the EOS 7D and 670 shots for the EOS 7D Mark II, giving the EOS 7D the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS 7D launched at $1,699 and EOS 7D Mark II at $1,799. The EOS 7D is $100 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.