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
Fujifilm
X100V
Previous-gen fixed 23mm f/2 street camera — still hugely popular and hard to find.
$1,399
Launch priceReleased Feb 2020
X100V is 10.4 years newer.
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Wins
EOS 7D
Wins
X100V
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX100V has higher 4K max frame rate (30 fps vs 0 fps)
- BX100V has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 19)
- BX100V has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 8 fps)
- AEOS 7D has higher Battery life (CIPA) (800 shots vs 350 shots)
- BX100V has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
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
X100V
128 × 75 × 53 mm
478 g (1.05 lb / 16.86 oz)
EOS 7D is 20mm wider, 36mm taller, and 20mm thicker than X100V.
EOS 7D is 342 g heavier than X100V.
Depth (front-to-back): 74mm EOS 7D · 53mm X100V
Sensor size, to scale
EOS 7D
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 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
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
native lenses available
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
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 350 shots — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS 7D supports it
ISO min (native)
100 vs 160 — lower is better
EVF magnification
1 × vs 0.66 × — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
23 frames vs 17 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X100V
AF low-light limit
-5 EV vs -0.5 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
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
AF points / zones
425 vs 19 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓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
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
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, EOS 7D or X100V?
X100V scores 7.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for EOS 7D — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS 7D and X100V?
EOS 7D is 18 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 and X100V?
EOS 7D does not have IBIS, while X100V does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS 7D or the X100V?
EOS 7D reaches 8 fps electronic. X100V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS 7D and X100V?
EOS 7D weighs 820 g and X100V weighs 478 g, so the X100V is 342 g lighter.
Do the EOS 7D and X100V record 4K video?
EOS 7D: Full HD (1920 × 1080). X100V: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS 7D and X100V weather sealed?
EOS 7D: Yes. X100V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 800 shots (CIPA) for the EOS 7D and 350 shots for the X100V, giving the EOS 7D the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS 7D launched at $1,699 and X100V at $1,399. The X100V is $300 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.