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
D7500
Enthusiast DX DSLR with the D500-derived 20.9MP sensor, 8fps burst, 4K UHD video, and weather-sealed body.
$1,250
Launch priceReleased Apr 2017
EOS R7 is 5.1 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R7
Wins
D7500
1 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 AF points / zones (651 vs 51)
- AEOS R7 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 8 fps)
- AEOS R7 has higher 4K max frame rate (59.94 fps vs 29.97 fps)
- AEOS R7 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R7
132 × 90 × 92 mm
612 g (1.35 lb / 21.59 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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D7500
136 × 104 × 73 mm
640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz)
EOS R7 is 4mm narrower and 14mm shorter than D7500 but it is also 19mm thicker.
EOS R7 is 28 g lighter than D7500.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 73mm D7500
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R7
132 × 90 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
D7500
136 × 104 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R7
132 × 92 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
D7500
136 × 73 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
D7500
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
D7500
✓ 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
AF low-light limit
-5 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds H.265, AAC, LPCM
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
AF points / zones
651 vs 51 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Eye AF
Only EOS R7 supports it
Reasons to choose
D7500
Codecs
Adds H.264, MOV, MP4
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 135.5, 104, 72.5
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
950 shots vs 660 shots — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
50 frames vs 42 frames — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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
D7500
Pros
- ✓20.9MP D500-derived sensor
- ✓8fps burst
- ✓4K UHD video
- ✓Weather sealed
Cons
- –Single SD slot
- –DSLR platform
- –No IBIS
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the EOS R7 and D7500 at major authorized retailers.
Canon EOS R7
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, EOS R7 or D7500?
EOS R7 scores 8.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for D7500 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and D7500?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and D7500 is 20.9 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and D7500 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while D7500 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the D7500?
EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. D7500 reaches 8 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and D7500?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and D7500 weighs 640 g, so the EOS R7 is 28 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and D7500 record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 59.94p. D7500: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the EOS R7 and D7500 weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. D7500: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 950 shots for the D7500, giving the D7500 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and D7500 at $1,250. The D7500 is $249 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 Nikon press materials.