Canon
EOS R7
32.5MP APS-C RF-mount body with 30fps burst, 4K 60p, 7-stop IBIS, and advanced subject tracking.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased May 2022
Nikon
D5500
Lightweight APS-C DSLR with a tilting touchscreen and excellent image quality per dollar.
$649
Launch priceReleased Jan 2015
EOS R7 is 7.4 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R7
Wins
D5500
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R7 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R7 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 11 fps)
- AEOS R7 has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 6 fps)
- AEOS R7 has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AEOS R7 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareEOS R7
132 × 90 × 92 mm
612 g (1.35 lb / 21.59 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
D5500
124 × 97 × 70 mm
470 g (1.04 lb / 16.58 oz)
EOS R7 is 7mm shorter than D5500 but it is also 8mm wider and 22mm thicker.
EOS R7 is 142 g heavier than D5500.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 70mm D5500
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
D5500
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 R7
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
D5500
✓ more lensesNikon F
270+
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 R7
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 11 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
340 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only EOS R7 supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only EOS R7 supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only EOS R7 supports it
Reasons to choose
D5500
AF low-light limit
-8.5 EV vs -5 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124, 97, 70
RAW buffer depth
60 frames vs 42 frames — higher is better
Weight
470 g vs 612 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓EVF resolution — Both 2,360,000
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R7
Pros
- ✓High-resolution 32.5MP APS-C sensor
- ✓Up to 30fps electronic burst
- ✓7-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓Dual SD UHS-II card slots
- ✓Strong value for wildlife and sports reach
Cons
- –APS-C sensor trails full-frame in low-light depth
- –RF-S lens lineup is still limited
- –4K 60p uses a crop in some modes
D5500
Pros
- ✓Very lightweight DSLR
- ✓Tilting touchscreen
- ✓24MP sensor
- ✓Affordable used
Cons
- –Discontinued
- –No 4K
- –Basic AF for action
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 R7 or D5500?
EOS R7 scores 10.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for D5500 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and D5500?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and D5500 is 24.2 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and D5500 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while D5500 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the D5500?
EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. D5500 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and D5500?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and D5500 weighs 470 g, so the D5500 is 142 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and D5500 record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 60p. D5500: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R7 and D5500 weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. D5500: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 640 shots for the D5500, giving the EOS R7 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and D5500 at $649. The D5500 is $850 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.