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 80D
Enthusiast APS-C DSLR with 24MP, Dual Pixel AF, and strong video features for its era.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Feb 2016
EOS 80D is 6.5 years newer.
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Wins
EOS 7D
Wins
EOS 80D
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEOS 80D has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 0 fps)
- BEOS 80D has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- BEOS 80D has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 19)
- BEOS 80D has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- BEOS 80D has higher RAW buffer depth (60 frames vs 23 frames)
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
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EOS 80D
139 × 105 × 79 mm
730 g (1.61 lb / 25.75 oz)
EOS 7D is 5mm thinner than EOS 80D but it is also 9mm wider and 6mm taller.
EOS 7D is 90 g heavier than EOS 80D.
Depth (front-to-back): 74mm EOS 7D · 79mm EOS 80D
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS 7D
148 × 111 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
EOS 80D
139 × 105 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS 7D
148 × 74 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
EOS 80D
139 × 79 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS 7D
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
EOS 80D
22.5 × 15 mm · APS-C
338 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS 7D
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
native lenses available
EOS 80D
✓ 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)
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
EVF magnification
1 × vs 0.78 × — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
800 shots vs 640 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
EOS 80D
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -0.5 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 139, 105.2, 78.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
1053 vs 19 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both 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
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 80D
Pros
- ✓Dual Pixel AF
- ✓24MP APS-C
- ✓Articulating screen
- ✓Good used value
Cons
- –Superseded by 90D
- –No IBIS
- –DSLR platform
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 sports, EOS 7D or EOS 80D?
EOS 80D scores 8.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for EOS 7D — 15fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS 7D and EOS 80D?
EOS 7D is 18 MP and EOS 80D is 24.2 MP, so the EOS 80D captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS 7D and EOS 80D have in-body image stabilization?
EOS 7D does not have IBIS, while EOS 80D has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS 7D or the EOS 80D?
EOS 7D reaches 8 fps electronic. EOS 80D reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS 7D and EOS 80D?
EOS 7D weighs 820 g and EOS 80D weighs 730 g, so the EOS 80D is 90 g lighter.
Do the EOS 7D and EOS 80D record 4K video?
EOS 7D: Full HD (1920 × 1080). EOS 80D: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS 7D and EOS 80D weather sealed?
EOS 7D: Yes. EOS 80D: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 800 shots (CIPA) for the EOS 7D and 640 shots for the EOS 80D, giving the EOS 7D the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS 7D launched at $1,699 and EOS 80D at $1,199. The EOS 80D is $500 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.