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 90D
High-res APS-C DSLR with 32.5MP, 10fps, and excellent Dual Pixel AF for wildlife.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Aug 2019
EOS 90D is 10 years newer.
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Wins
EOS 7D
Wins
EOS 90D
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEOS 90D has higher 4K max frame rate (30 fps vs 0 fps)
- BEOS 90D has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- BEOS 90D has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- BEOS 90D has higher RAW buffer depth (60 frames vs 23 frames)
- BEOS 90D has higher AF points / zones (45 vs 19)
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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
EOS 90D
138 × 98 × 88 mm
520 g (1.15 lb / 18.34 oz)
EOS 7D is 15mm thinner than EOS 90D but it is also 10mm wider and 13mm taller.
EOS 7D is 300 g heavier than EOS 90D.
Depth (front-to-back): 74mm EOS 7D · 88mm EOS 90D
Sensor size, to scale
EOS 7D
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
EOS 90D
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS 7D
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
native lenses available
EOS 90D
✓ 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)
EVF magnification
1 × vs 0.78 × — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
800 shots vs 640 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
EOS 90D
AF low-light limit
-3 EV vs -0.5 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
4K max frame rate
30 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138, 98, 88
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — 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 90D
Pros
- ✓32.5MP APS-C
- ✓10fps burst
- ✓Optical viewfinder
- ✓Long battery life
Cons
- –DSLR declining
- –No IBIS
- –Crop sensor
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon EOS 7D
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS 7D or EOS 90D?
EOS 90D scores 8.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for EOS 7D — Bird AF subject recognition.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS 7D and EOS 90D?
EOS 7D is 18 MP and EOS 90D is 32.5 MP, so the EOS 90D captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS 7D and EOS 90D have in-body image stabilization?
EOS 7D does not have IBIS, while EOS 90D has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS 7D or the EOS 90D?
EOS 7D reaches 8 fps electronic. EOS 90D reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS 7D and EOS 90D?
EOS 7D weighs 820 g and EOS 90D weighs 520 g, so the EOS 90D is 300 g lighter.
Do the EOS 7D and EOS 90D record 4K video?
EOS 7D: Full HD (1920 × 1080). EOS 90D: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS 7D and EOS 90D weather sealed?
EOS 7D: Yes. EOS 90D: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 800 shots (CIPA) for the EOS 7D and 640 shots for the EOS 90D, giving the EOS 7D the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS 7D launched at $1,699 and EOS 90D at $1,199. The EOS 90D 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.