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
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 17.3 years newer.
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Wins
EOS 7D
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 6,400)
- AEOS 7D has higher Battery life (CIPA) (800 shots vs 250 shots)
- BGR IVx has lower Weight (265 g vs 820 g)
- BGR IVx has higher AF points / zones (49 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
GR IVx
109 × 61 × 33 mm
265 g (0.58 lb / 9.35 oz)
EOS 7D is 39mm wider, 50mm taller, and 40mm thicker than GR IVx.
EOS 7D is 555 g heavier than GR IVx.
Depth (front-to-back): 74mm EOS 7D · 33mm GR IVx
Sensor size, to scale
EOS 7D
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 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.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS 7D
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
native lenses available
GR IVx: 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 250 shots — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS 7D supports it
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
8 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only EOS 7D 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 6,400 — higher is better
Weight
265 g vs 820 g — lower is better
AF points / zones
49 vs 19 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Card slots — 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
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 or GR IVx?
GR IVx scores 6.5/10 versus 1.0/10 for EOS 7D — 25.74MP — solid resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS 7D and GR IVx?
EOS 7D is 18 MP and GR IVx is 25.74 MP, so the GR IVx captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS 7D and GR IVx have in-body image stabilization?
EOS 7D does not have IBIS, while GR IVx has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS 7D or the GR IVx?
EOS 7D reaches 8 fps electronic. GR IVx reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS 7D and GR IVx?
EOS 7D weighs 820 g and GR IVx weighs 265 g, so the GR IVx is 555 g lighter.
Do the EOS 7D and GR IVx record 4K video?
EOS 7D: Full HD (1920 × 1080). GR IVx: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS 7D and GR IVx weather sealed?
EOS 7D: Yes. GR IVx: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 800 shots (CIPA) for the EOS 7D and 250 shots for the GR IVx, giving the EOS 7D the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS 7D launched at $1,699 and GR IVx at $1,499. The GR IVx is $200 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.