Canon EOS 7D Mark II
Announced September 15, 2014
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Reviewer Consensus
Strong
The Canon EOS 7D Mark II is a rugged, high-speed DSLR engineered specifically for sports and wildlife photographers who demand reliable autofocus and rapid burst performance. Although it lacks modern conveniences like 4K video, Wi-Fi, and a touchscreen, the camera delivers a pro-level shooting experience that remains highly effective for action.
Weighted from 38 reviewer scores
Pros
- Rapid 10fps continuous shooting with a substantial buffer
- Advanced 65-point all cross-type autofocus system
- Durable, weather-sealed magnesium alloy construction
- Versatile video features including Dual Pixel CMOS AF and audio monitoring
- Extensive button customization and ergonomic control layout
Cons
- Lacks modern features like built-in Wi-Fi, 4K video, and a touchscreen
- Fixed rear LCD screen without articulation
- Video footage can appear soft compared to newer standards
- High price point relative to competing models
- Limited dynamic range and ISO performance compared to full-frame sensors
- Launch price $1,799 (USD)
- Sensor 20.2MP APS-C CMOS
- Video 1080p 60p
- Stabilization None
What the Reviewers Say
All 38 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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- DPReview 84/100
The EOS 7 D Mark II may use an APS-C sensor, but it's a pro-level camera in every respect.
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The Canon 7D Mark II looks to continue this heritage with an even more flexible and powerful AF system, sheer processing performance that surpasses the 1D X, improved build quality and more advanced video features, and therefore gets our top marks as a Dave’s Pick.
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Canon's EOS 7D Mark II is one of the toughest, fastest and most confident DSLRs for sports, action and event photography.
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The Canon 7D Mark II is a specialized tool aimed at sports and wildlife photographers that shoot fast action.
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Canon has made a meaningful upgrade to the top of its APS-C line with the EOS 7D Mark II.
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All in all the Canon 7D mark II offers surprisingly nice looking and clean video with lovely and accurate colors and no aliasing or moiré.
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[Y]ou might have to search around for a good condition sample.
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With the highest density DSLR sensors available, the EOS 7D II along with the 70D lead the Canon pack for "reach".
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[...] I have been really happy with the 7D Mark II, and it has fulfilled every single one of my expectations coming into the review. I am highly considering it as my next DSLR, and any of you who enjoy shooting sports or wildlife would do well to consider it, too.
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Yeah, this is if you're into shooting wildlife or you're shooting sports, this is one of the best packages for what you're doing, cuz autofocus and high ISO performance are the most important thing.
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The Canon EOS 7D Mark II offers high-speed continuous shooting at 10fps, as well as an advanced high speed focus system that will be of benefit to those that want to shoot quick moving subjects, particularly sports, or wildlife.
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The Canon EOS 7D Mark II is an excellent DSLR camera, with its APS-C sensor, cutting-edge auto-focusing system, fantastic viewfinder and outright speed making it a great fit for sports and wildlife photographers, especially as it doesn't cost the earth.
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[I]t is a solid beast of a camera, I haven't seen autofocus works so well when I was shooting with the continuous 65 point AF compared to the Nikon side, I think that the focus was great for shooting the sports [...]
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The Canon EOS 7D Mark II is a great camera, but it’s not quite good enough to justify its price tag.
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The EOS 7D Mark II has been a favorite amongst Canon sports fans. Its weatherproofing means that it can be used in harsh conditions, and its autofocus system gets moving subjects sharp quickly.
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The Canon EOS 7D Mark II shoots at 10fps, offers pro-level video recording, and is built like a tank.
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It's not often that we recommend making a direct upgrade from the model immediately proceeds a camera, but this case is an exception.
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The Canon 7D Mark II may just be the perfect DSLR for videographers that need fast and accurate autofocus.
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Best action camera ever, I'd say. The best wildlife camera ever, wouldn't you?
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There’s much to like in the 7D Mark II, from its image quality and feature set to its handling and durable design. The camera is sniper-like in its ability to lock on moving subjects and keep them tack sharp.
- CNET 8.3/10
The Canon EOS 7D Mark II is a great camera, it’s fast, familiar and delivers excellent — albeit not best in class — photo and video quality.
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[T]he main selling point of the Canon EOS 7D Mark II involves speed and accuracy.
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The Canon 7D Mark II is a fantastic DSLR. While it has some video shooting chops to it, the camera is first and foremost a sports- and wildlife-shooting beast.
- Photo Review 90/100
The EOS 7D Mark II body is also closer to pro-level than its predecessor and in many respects comparable to the EOS 5D III’s.
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Let's cut to the chase: we're yet to use an APS-C sensor DSLR camera that's impressed us more than the Canon EOS 7D Mark II. It was definitely worth the wait.
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The Canon 7D Mark II is certainly an improvement upon the original 7D, which was already an excellent DSLR.
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The Canon 7D Mark IIis a great camera for action and sports photography, but it is veratile enough to produce great images when traveling or other forms of photography, and pairs well with the Canon 18-135mm lens.
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There are many great things about the Canon EOS 7D Mark II, but the fact that they can impact so many high-end features into such an affordable body is what makes the biggest difference. A true pro shooting experience is now in reach of just about everyone.
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As you can see, even though it’s ten years old, the Canon EOS 7D Mark II should definitely not be overlooked.
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So if you're looking for a good APS-C size camera, in fact, look no further. This is the new king of APS-C.
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The Canon EOS 7D Mark II showed itself to be an outstanding cropped-sensor DSLR that would hold its own against the most capable full-frame DSLRs and mirrorless cameras [...]
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The 7D Mk II super-fast and technically and ergonomically top-notch. Besides having essentially the same resolution as full-frame, high ISO performance is also spectacular.
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The Canon 7D mark II brings a lot to the table. Between the fantastic autofocus system, impressive build quality, video features and the improvements in image quality it is an incredible value.
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That, after all, is what the $2,499 7D Mark II is designed for. And it does its main job very well.
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When you consider all the great points about this camera, that we’ve covered in this and my First Impressions review, and then think of the price, at almost a quarter of the cost of the 1D X, I think Canon are on to a winner here.
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[...] I have played with this camera for a few days and I was absolutely impressed how easy is to use it and how much quality it can give you and how silent it performs and how fast it captures the action.
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[T]he 7D Mark II [is] an amazing all-around camera, from sports and wildlife action to night photography.
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Everybody can do this; this sits within that same space.
