Canon EOS Rebel T7 (2000D)
Announced February 25, 2018
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Reviewer Consensus
Mediocre
The Canon EOS Rebel T7 serves as an accessible, budget-friendly entry point for beginners, yet its dated specifications and limited performance features mean it struggles to keep pace with modern alternatives. While it produces sharp images and offers a comfortable, lightweight design, the camera lacks advanced tools like 4K video, reliable autofocus, or a flexible screen.
Weighted from 17 reviewer scores
Pros
- User-friendly design and ergonomics
- Capable 24MP image sensor
- Highly affordable price point
- Integrated Wi-Fi connectivity
- Access to a wide range of EF-mount lenses
Cons
- Slow and unreliable autofocus performance
- Limited video capabilities without 4K or microphone support
- Fixed, non-touch screen that lacks articulation
- Dated 3fps burst shooting speed
- Plasticky build quality
- Launch price $549.99 (USD)
- Sensor 24.1MP APS-C CMOS
- Video 1080p 30p
What the Reviewers Say
All 17 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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The Canon EOS 2000D / Rebel T7 provides one of the most affordable pathways to serious photography for beginners on a budget. Interchangeable lenses, a 24 Megapixel APSC sensor, an optical viewfinder and a good LCD screen don't come much cheaper than this.
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There’s no doubt that the Canon EOS 2000D / Rebel T7 is a solid enough entry-level camera, yet there’s little about it that really stirs the senses.
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The Canon EOS Rebel T7 is as a lightweight entry-level DSLR with a solid feature set and great image quality, but its best feature is its very attractive price.
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Focus and shot to shot times were both good, although the 3fps continuous shooting is looking a little dated, with competitors offering faster continuous shooting speeds.
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The Nikon D3400 is our entry-level DSLR camera of choice, or failing that a discounted EOS 1300D if you can still find one, as the new Canon EOS 2000D offers virtually no new features or performance to justify its release.
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It's not a bad camera, even though it lags some way behind the latest DSLRs and mirrorless cameras for specifications. It would be a fine camera for a beginner interested mainly in stills and wanting to learn the basics of photography at a minimum outlay.
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Canon's EOS Rebel T7 SLR camera features an upgraded image sensor, but is still way behind the curve in other areas.
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It's hard to get overly excited about the EOS Rebel T7 / EOS 2000D / EOS 1500D, with its modest specifications.
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The combination of price, features and image quality make the Canon EOS Rebel T7 a solid option for both DSLR newcomers and more experienced users on a budget.
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When it comes to entry-level DSLRs, Canon has always tended to deliver models that are easy to recommend.
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This 4-year-old DSLR still delivers on its promise to be a versatile, capable camera for anyone, no matter their experience level.
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The T7 is a small, light and inexpensive camera with great ergonomics, but with crappy autofocus and limited features.
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I don't say this camera is bad. This camera is not bad.
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[T]he Canon T7 can still take some awesome looking photos.
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Should you get the Canon EOS Rebel T7 (2000D)? That depends on a few things.
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It takes great photos and the bundle is the perfect entry point for my current skill level as a photographer.
- Coolblue 9.2/10
I think this device is suitable for both novice and advanced photographers. The camera is compact, and it only has a few buttons, so you can easily get started.
