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Canon

EOS 7D Mark II

Name: EOS 7D Mark II
Brand: Canon

around $1499

All prices are estimates and may vary from actual prices.

363 Pros

75%
29 reviews (4h 0m)

120 Cons

The Canon EOS 7D Mark II is a rugged, responsive DSLR built for speed and action. Its magnesium alloy body offers excellent weather sealing, giving you confidence in challenging environments. A powerful 20.2MP APS-C sensor, combined with dual DIGIC 6 processors, delivers impressive image quality, especially considering its age. The standout feat...

Summary of pros and cons from human reviewers, put together by AI

66%

49 vs 25

Usability/Handling

69%

52 vs 23

Image Quality

62%

37 vs 23

Video Capabilities

79%

49 vs 13

Features

93%

51 vs 4

Autofocus System

Reviewer verdict

Across 29 YouTube reviews, the Canon EOS 7D Mark II earns an Index score of 4/5, ranking #18 among DSLRs. Reviewers most often praise its performance, image quality, autofocus system, while the most common criticisms concern usability/handling, video capabilities.

The EOS 7D Mark II is repeatedly praised for its professional-grade speed, durability, and versatility across reviewers (many mentions). Reviewers frequently highlight the 10 frames-per-second burst rate, large buffer and Dual DIGIC 6 processors for action and wildlife shooting, and the highly customizable, 65-point all cross-type autofocus system (numerous mentions). The camera’s dual card slots, rugged magnesium-alloy weather-sealed build, and ergonomics — including extensive customizable controls and a comfortable grip — are commonly noted as pro-level features (widely cited). Reviewers also consistently commend the APS-C image quality and usable high-ISO performance from the 20.2 MP sensor and useful video features like 1080p/60p and mic/headphone ports (many mentions).

Criticisms concentrate on the camera’s aging video and usability feature set (commonly noted). Reviewers repeatedly point out the lack of 4K, limited video features compared with newer bodies, and soft/noisy footage at times, as well as limitations in autofocus for some video scenarios (many mentions). The fixed, non-touch, non-articulating 3" LCD and a steep learning curve or complexity for new users are frequent usability complaints, and some mention sensor/image-quality limits versus contemporary rivals (several mentions). A smaller group also flags connectivity and modern conveniences (no built-in Wi‑Fi) and concerns about obsolescence/value in later years (multiple mentions).

Analysis based on 29 YouTube reviews (4h 0m of video) with 363 pros and 120 cons extracted.

Pros (363)

Performance (58)

nothing else better on the market with the same build quality, speed and responsiveness ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 5:05
if you're into sports action bird photography ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II User Guide @ 0:07
wonderful 10 frames per second ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 0:57
31 RAWs at 10 frames a second ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 1:27
Dual Digic 6 processor (most powerful) ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 2:12
10 frames per second at full resolution ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 1:21
camera that's up to speed ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II User Guide @ 0:10
10 frames a second, fantastic for action sports or anything that requires a high frame rate ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 1:02
great autofocus, great weather sealing and construction, high shutter count, decent frames per second, good buffer depth at 31 frames ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 12:04
perfectly designed perfectly usable for sports Wildlife that sort of stuff there ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 4:34
shutter speeds away from 30 seconds up to 1 8 000 of a second ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 2:35
such a good camera ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 0:34
10 frames a second ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 4:24
buffer is bigger ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 0:52
it can shoot a little bit more frames per second now it is 10 before it was eight ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 0:54
focus and burst capture performance practically on par with top-of-the-line Canon and Nikon fullframe rigs ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 0:44
shoot 10 frames a second at 20.2 megapixels with an apsc sensor ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 0:13
the size of the buffer uh there is a quite a few cameras today most of them mirrorless which can shoot 10 frames per second and cost half what you need to pay for 7D Mark I ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 4:14
two dig 6 image processors and a big buffer so you can shoot 31 raw files or 130 of the highest quality full resolution jpegs ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 1:41
burst rate lets pros and enthusiasts capture action on par with top-of-the-line full-frame 1dx ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 1:14
I can fire 10 shots per second ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 4:12
burst shooting at 10 at 10 frames per second and unlimited almost unlimited buffer are really nice things to have ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 6:47
10 frames of second shooting ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 0:16
definitely a good choice for weddings, especially if you pair it with a super fast lens ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Worth Getting in 2019? @ 1:10
10 FPS bursts ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 2:26
flicker detection adjusts shutter firing for correct exposure under fluorescent lighting, including burst shots ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 8:28
you can't get this kind of double-figure FPS performance with any other DSLR other than nikkolon canons flagship models ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 2:14
150K IR metering sensor ▶ New Canon EOS 7D MKII | Geek Vlog 286 #Canon7D #Phones4U @ 3:30
amazing burst and buffer ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 6:31
you simply hit the frame that works best ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 2:42
works pretty bloody well ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 4:48
speed shooting ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 0:05
infrared and RGB aware metering system for more accuracy ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 5:27
if you use a fast memory card, which is very affordable these days, your camera will never slow down just because its buffer is full. You can keep clicking at 10 frames per second, uninterrupted. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Camera Still Worth Buying for Wildli @ 2:31
10 frames per second ▶ New Canon EOS 7D MKII | Geek Vlog 286 #Canon7D #Phones4U @ 3:15
It has a 20.2 megapixel sensor. And can click 10 frames per second… which is exceptional. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Camera Still Worth Buying for Wildli @ 2:08
150,000 pixel metering sensor with IR detection ... consistent and accurate exposure metering ▶ New Canon EOS 7D MKII | Geek Vlog 286 #Canon7D #Phones4U @ 4:10
2 FPS more ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 1:30
shoot 10 frames per second 31 in raw ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 7:08
Dual digit 6 processor ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 7:05
that 10 fps burst rate coupled with a very high shutter speed allowed me to go ahead and freeze the motion and almost make them look like they were standing still ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 9:00
much better autofocus system and also runs quicker as well at 10 frames a second ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 3:07
massive 10 fps ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 3:17
two digit six processors ▶ HODGE UNBOXES - Canon EOS 7D Mk II @ 1:17
20 megapixel aps-c size sensor with a 10 fps burst rate which is something out of this world and something you really don't get in cameras under five thousand dollars ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 7:14
When it comes to continuous shooting, the 7D mkII can manage 10 frames per second. This is really useful when shooting moving subjects, such as in sports, or nature photography. ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 3:52
10 frames a second ▶ HODGE UNBOXES - Canon EOS 7D Mk II @ 0:53
The 7dmki I can manage 10 frames per second. This is really useful when shooting moving subjects such as in sports or nature photography. ▶ CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WOR @ 1:23
everything about this camera just screams speed whether it be auto focus being extremely fast and extremely accurate frames per second being extremely fast ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 9:24
14 frames per second shutter speed ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 2:49
high frame rate ▶ Why Canon's 7D Mark ii Low DXO Score Doesn't Matter @ 3:41
fire 9 to ten frames per second from a remote trigger ▶ Canon 7d Mark ii Review with Meike Grip &Remote @ 7:44
stunning buffer ▶ Canon 7d Mark ii Review with Meike Grip &Remote @ 13:16
increase the frames per second to uh a to 10 frames per second ▶ CANON 7D MARK 2 REACTION- 4K DSLR?! @ 3:45
fast shutter speeds ▶ Canon 7D MarkII in 2021? @ 3:38
faster shutter speed ▶ Canon 7D MarkII in 2021? @ 1:29
performed phenomenally ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 6:24
large buffer ▶ Why Canon's 7D Mark ii Low DXO Score Doesn't Matter @ 3:39

Image Quality (52)

ISO up to 16,000 (expandable to 51,200) ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 2:29
20.2 megapixel sensor, redesigned microlenses on each pixel for better image quality, especially in low light ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 1:55
brand new sensor, similar to the 70D with a 20.2 map sensor, reworked for better image quality and ISO performance (up to 16,000 ISO before expansion) ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 1:59
20 megapixels having larger photo sights on the sensor means that it suffers less in low-light it suffers less from pixel blur ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 9:15
20. uh nine megapixels ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 1:30
you can shoot low light and you can get a fairly clean image out of it ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 6:40
the actual detail on the face is really good and uh really impressed with the image quality ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 5:26
performs almost as good as Canon's fullframe sensors ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 9:09
one of the best apsc sensors on the high ISO side ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 4:55
currently the best Canon camera with a so-called apscc size sensor ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 0:10
how good that camera was ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 0:25
newly developed 20.2 megapixel apsc sensor ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 2:52
at high ISO you can shoot up to ISO 4200 even 6,400 is very good ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 5:38
native ISO up to 16,000 ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 0:21
brilliant job capturing true colors and subtle soft details ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 3:27
low ISO is completely Noise free ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 5:35
low noise performance of High ISO images as good as anything from any apsc sensor ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 2:59
shoots high resolution photos, might come in handy for certain applications ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Worth Getting in 2019? @ 3:22
impressive results against a fullframe 5d3 ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 4:24
low light performance is an improvement over the Canon 70D ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 3:53
one of two best apscc sized sensor cameras on the market ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 6:34
almost no noise up until about 6400 ISO ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 3:58
20.2 megapixels ▶ New Canon EOS 7D MKII | Geek Vlog 286 #Canon7D #Phones4U @ 3:11
ISO 6400 will get you some nice clean shots ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 6:06
even ISO 3200 shots maintained rich reds and blues ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 4:14
handheld shots taken at night are delivered with clarity ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 4:29
ISO 12800 shots still look alright ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 6:14
2 more megapixels ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 1:28
the shots coming out of the camera from ISO 100 were super crisp and typically well exposed ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 3:24
The image quality is exceptional, even at 1600 ISO. And produces acceptable images even at 12800 ISO. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Camera Still Worth Buying for Wildli @ 2:56
we can't think of an aps-c camera that produces better images ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 2:28
Canon has an exceptional 100-400 lens that’s probably the sharpest super telephoto zoom lens out there at the moment. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Camera Still Worth Buying for Wildli @ 3:41
glorious sharpness limited distortion and no nasty color aberrations to speak of even right through to the edges of the frame ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 2:40
colors are rich and sumptuous throughout much of the ISO range including into the upper forefinger rations on the range which is impressive given how much color can otherwise diminish for the sake of imposing images noise and image processing ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 3:59
these high ISO settings that really take the biscuit the depth to blacks that still achieved at highs of 6400 is mighty impressive with little color noise present ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 4:19
image quality is extremely solid ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 12:10
the photos look absolutely stunning ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 8:19
they look better straight out of the camera so you've got a lot more to work with than you did with the 7d ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review - First Impressions @ 7:41
great iso performance ▶ HODGE UNBOXES - Canon EOS 7D Mk II @ 1:15
20 megapixels ▶ HODGE UNBOXES - Canon EOS 7D Mk II @ 1:07
new designed 20.2 map seos sensor it's apsc ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 6:48
with this it's really good um i've shot already at 3200 no worries at all, 6400 no worries at all ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review - First Impressions @ 6:26
crop sensor the apsc size sensor um it means that they'll get the added reach on the lenses which could be really really useful if you're photographing the wildlife ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 5:00
it takes some pretty good images ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II any good in 2024? @ 2:51
that kit lens actually provided quite a lot of good photos ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 8:37
Dig 6 ▶ CANON 7D MARK 2 REACTION- 4K DSLR?! @ 3:34
better the dynamic range looks like it's going to be better uh than it's older the Mark 1 ▶ CANON 7D MARK 2 REACTION- 4K DSLR?! @ 5:25
sharper than my ATD ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 6:26
phenomenal photography camera ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 7:07
20.2 megapixels ▶ CANON 7D MARK 2 REACTION- 4K DSLR?! @ 3:14
the Canon 7D blows everything else out of the water in low light, high ISO for sports shooters ▶ Why Canon's 7D Mark ii Low DXO Score Doesn't Matter @ 2:28
high ISO range is vital to being able to keep your shutter speed high and get sharp images without motion blur ▶ Why Canon's 7D Mark ii Low DXO Score Doesn't Matter @ 3:05

Autofocus System (51)

EOS ITR system allows focusing on moving subjects and intelligently track alongside them ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 1:23
Center point is f/2.8 sensitive ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 1:06
Sensitive to f/8, autofocus with 2x extender or 1.4x ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 1:09
Dual Pixel CMOS AF system with adjustable speed and accuracy ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 3:03
fantastic customizable 65 all crosspoint autofocus ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 0:54
AF Servo Mark II, borrowed from the 1D series, allows ignoring subjects that come into the frame while panning ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 1:37
improved AF focusing points (65 points, all cross type) ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 2:23
new autofocus system, 65 point AF system, all cross type, super fast, super accurate ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 0:55
focusing is quick and snappy ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 3:01
7d mark ii still has one of the best autofocus systems in the business it's 65 points they're all cross points or higher accuracy points and it is very customizable more customizable ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 4:15
First dslrs with good enough AF to actually track moving subjects reliably ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 7:12
vastly improved autofocus system ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 3:11
AF responded fast but very accurately and with absolutely no hunting ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 4:00
focused quickly and accurately on our subject ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 5:09
ability to control AF speeds ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 6:55
Dual pixel is accurate for focusing ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 6:58
dual pixel Coss a AF technology, 65 cross type autofocus points, fast incredibly accurate autofocus performance ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 1:57
incredibly fast responding and accurate ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 4:32
dual pixel sensor, allows for fast and accurate focusing during live view and video ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 2:49
one of the best autofocus on the autofocus systems on the market ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 5:25
center dual cross type Focus point is rated to -3 EV at f8 ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 3:15
dual pixel autofocus ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Worth Getting in 2019? @ 0:35
65 point all cross type Focus system ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 0:12
65 all cross type points, one of the most Advanced Focus systems in any camera, even full-frame ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 2:27
a lot to like about the autofocusing system having it pretty much cover all the useful bits of the frame and having 65 all cross-type points ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 4:36
direct auto focus area selection ▶ Canon 7D mark ii Focus System | Top 3 tips Focus Efficiency @ 1:32
It has 66 focus points, all cross-type. Cross type focus points are able to focus faster more accurately than non-cross type points. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Camera Still Worth Buying for Wildli @ 1:12
autofocus is one of the best you can get ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 6:34
ITR autofocus ▶ New Canon EOS 7D MKII | Geek Vlog 286 #Canon7D #Phones4U @ 3:17
that autofocus and it's supposedly quite good ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 5:45
speed and accuracy ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 6:00
nine point autofocus, quicker to move between points ▶ Canon 7D mark ii Focus System | Top 3 tips Focus Efficiency @ 4:48
65. All cross type AF ▶ New Canon EOS 7D MKII | Geek Vlog 286 #Canon7D #Phones4U @ 3:20
it's got this little we're leave it for changing all the focused loads from just 65 own cross type points ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 5:00
five points with the one extended middle, good for birds in flight ▶ Canon 7D mark ii Focus System | Top 3 tips Focus Efficiency @ 2:56
You can rely on them to nail focus every single time even in challenging conditions such as low light, and when clicking photos of subjects in action. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Camera Still Worth Buying for Wildli @ 1:21
it uses color and face information to recognize and track subjects as they move around the frame. So, it just gives you increased autofocus accuracy ▶ New Canon EOS 7D MKII | Geek Vlog 286 #Canon7D #Phones4U @ 3:58
direct autofocus point selection ▶ Canon 7D mark ii Focus System | Top 3 tips Focus Efficiency @ 1:21
On the Canon 7D Mark II, you can choose a smaller AF area within the focus point for even more accurate focusing. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Camera Still Worth Buying for Wildli @ 1:49
The autofocus speed is super fast. I have no words to describe how quick and accurate it is in any situation. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Camera Still Worth Buying for Wildli @ 1:59
the autofocus ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review - First Impressions @ 3:44
65 point all cross type 2.8 sensitive and f8 sensitive autofocus system ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 6:10
AF system in here is amazing it's super super fast and super accurate ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 1:51
the autofocus is on point ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 11:08
different cases so case one case two and it's basically different um sensitivity levels for the autofocus ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review - First Impressions @ 3:57
65 all cross type autofocus ▶ HODGE UNBOXES - Canon EOS 7D Mk II @ 1:00
same autofocusing system that the 70D had ▶ CANON 7D MARK 2 REACTION- 4K DSLR?! @ 3:20
dual pixel cmos technology, autofocus ▶ Canon 7d Mark ii Review with Meike Grip &Remote @ 11:29
65 focus points that cover most of the viewfinder ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 4:04
19 uh all Point uh all autofocusing Point cross type system ▶ CANON 7D MARK 2 REACTION- 4K DSLR?! @ 2:41
amazing focusing system ▶ Why Canon's 7D Mark ii Low DXO Score Doesn't Matter @ 3:34

Usability/Handling (49)

button reworked for touch control, making videoing more silent ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 3:47
3-inch, 1 million dot screen ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 3:41
7d mark ii has an additional button that no other camera has, customizable ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II User Guide @ 2:41
often accessed menu button moved to the premium upper left corner position where it's a lot easier to press ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 1:03
100% coverage viewfinder, 1x magnification, 22mm eyepoint ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 3:28
dedicated focusing button, popular with people who shoot sporting and birds and high-speed action ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II User Guide @ 4:07
consistent menus you have consistent button placements consistent form factors and shapes ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 8:49
LCD remains 3 in but it is a bit sharper with 1.04 million dots and is bright enough to use outside as long as you're not in direct sunlight ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 1:38
ergonomically consistent, I can pick one body up and it's exactly the same or almost exactly the same as the next body I pick up ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 8:31
pleasant weight ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 0:53
nice weight to the camera itself ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 2:45
nice big three inch um screen ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 3:04
depth of field preview button is now on the lower left near the lens mount instead of on the lower right and it's a little bit larger and easier to press ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 2:51
Optical view fer is quite big and very bright ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 2:40
autofocus area selector lever quickly cycles through focus modes ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 2:30
really like the zoom function that made it quick and easy to check our Focus ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 5:18
viewing quality is really good it is perfectly sharp and has perfect viewing angles ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 2:23
the grip shape is absolutely perfect you can hold it with only one hand and carry it around the whole day and you will not get hand fatigue ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 1:40
quieter shutter ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 1:36
additional quiet shutter setting makes it one of the quietest DSLRs ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 1:41
programmable custom shooting mode dial positions, shutter speed range, and most buttons, including pod positive and negative control dial directions ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 7:51
viewfinder info display ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 1:37
you really do feel the difference ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 2:12
the mode dial now includes a press and hold lock switch ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 1:35
press the wall joystick and a little focus importantly jump back into the middle which is quite quick quite handy ▶ Canon 7D mark ii Focus System | Top 3 tips Focus Efficiency @ 5:27
the controls to fall well to the hand its weighty but well balanced large but not unwieldy and gives ample spacing for grip and buttons again it's spot-on in that regard we really can't fault it ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 1:08
there's a toggle selector surrounding the rear joystick for quick adjustment and a dedicated Q Quick Menu button on the back ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 1:40
customizable buttons, dials, AF scenarios, optical viewfinder display including a level ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 7:11
The 100-400 Mark II is also a lot smaller and lighter than the Nikon 200-500. So if you’re going on jeep safaris to click tigers, leopards, rhinos, and other mammals, then the 100-400 Mark II lens is more comfortable to handle. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Camera Still Worth Buying for Wildli @ 3:47
100k more dots on the screen ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 1:34
The camera feels great in your hand and it makes you feel like a professional to use it. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II any good in 2024? @ 1:55
small monochrome display that allows us to see all the important information while shooting down low this is incredibly important to be able to see what your settings are at and it also too just makes it super simple to blast through all your camera settings and set things up super fast ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 2:23
The Canon 7D mkii feels great in your hands and makes you feel like a pro. ▶ CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WOR @ 0:42
a slew of buttons and dials that make it absolutely easy to operate ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 3:26
It also has a top LCD display which is quite generously sized and has a backlight which is helpful when shooting in low light conditions. ▶ CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WOR @ 2:06
It has a small thumb controller which allows seamless navigation through menus. ▶ CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WOR @ 2:54
is actually not too bad and honestly with a light lens you could get away with shooting handheld all day with no problems ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 6:21
light on the top of this camera so you can see it in the dark ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 2:52
aperture lock button so you don't accidentally knock it while shooting that i actually found really helpful when out and about ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 4:20
if you're already used to Canon cameras pretty much everything is going to be familiar from the button layout to the menu system ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II any good in 2024? @ 2:16
really really nice and one of the nicest cameras that i've picked up ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 6:17
To those who have used Canon cameras before, using it should feel rather intuitive from the very start. ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 5:08
the 7D mkII retains a similar button and knob layout to many other Canon cameras. ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 5:00
The 7dmkii retains a similar button and knob layout to many other Canon cameras, making it intuitive for Canon users. ▶ CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WOR @ 2:42
loads of stuff you can customize on these ▶ HODGE UNBOXES - Canon EOS 7D Mk II @ 6:53
The Canon 7D mkII feels great in your hands, and it makes you feel like a pro, especially if your previous camera was something like a T6 or T7. ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 1:16
On the back, just above the wheel, you even have a small thumb controller, which I quite like. It allows navigation through menus to be rather seamless. ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 5:13
feels good in the hand, grip is deep and comfortable ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 6:21
joystick to change focus points ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 4:37

Features (49)

Two card slots (Compact Flash and SD) ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 4:31
two new focusing modes borrowed from the 1D series ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 1:19
Interval Timer included for timelapse photography ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 2:36
Shoots JPEG until memory card is full ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 1:29
crop sensor ApS sensor cameras and the reason is effective reach it's a really vital tool for anyone who's a field photographer someone who can't control the distance between themselves and their subjects ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 2:13
dual card slot (Compact Flash and SD) ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 4:04
many features borrowed from the 1D 1D X Series ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 5:13
Built-in interval timer for time-lapse photography ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 4:16
two memory card slots, compact flash and an SD so you can shoot redundant ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 2:15
extra slot for SD cards that means you can both write simultaneously to both cards for instant backup ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 2:32
you've got the pop-up flash ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 1:59
1.6 times magnification from that which is great for wildlife ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 1:50
write to both cards in succession for just longer recording times ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 2:39
amount you can customize the AF settings ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 3:20
many pro features including the AF system, fast shooting, dual card slot, build quality ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 8:57
comprehensive autofocus menu set like 1dx with autofocus scenarios to preset AF behaviors based on subject movement ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 2:12
time lapse ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 6:55
continue shooting is superb on this camera ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 4:09
there's no end to this ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 4:59
dual card slots ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 0:18
choice of compact flash or SD cards as primary with overflow and separate JPEG/raw recording or simultaneous backup ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 7:32
the 7d 2 utilizes an aps-c sensor there are a huge range of Canon FS lenses available all of which will provide ample coverage for a sensor such as this ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 2:49
built-in lens aberration correction that compensates for lens anomalies automatically during shooting, including raw files ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 6:36
added SD card slot ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 1:32
multiple exposures with up to nine images, additive or average, built-in intervalometer, bulb mode with timer ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 9:10
1.6x crop factor extends lens reach ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 9:51
It does exceptionally well with the 1.4X Mark III teleconverter ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Camera Still Worth Buying for Wildli @ 4:09
intervalometer built into it which basically means that you could do time-lapse photography ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 2:10
The camera features a high burst rate at 10 fps, built in flash, good auto focus capabilities, dual card slots, GPS, and an optical viewfinder ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II any good in 2024? @ 2:24
Dual uh card slot compact flash and SD card ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 3:35
Dual card slot (SD and Compact Flash/UDMA). ▶ CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WOR @ 3:28
cf and sd which is nice i like the dual slot thing ▶ HODGE UNBOXES - Canon EOS 7D Mk II @ 4:30
One of the reasons why this camera feels 'pro', is because of the dual card slot. You have your usual SD card slot, and a Compact Flash, or UDMA slot. ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 5:23
it has two memory card slots you can use compact flash and sd cards ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review - First Impressions @ 2:49
put in a load of the focusing options from the 5d ▶ HODGE UNBOXES - Canon EOS 7D Mk II @ 6:12
The 7dmki can use the fnafs lenses which gives you an almost inexhaustible list of glass to choose from. ▶ CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WOR @ 4:14
In terms of lenses, the 7D mkII can use EF and EF-S lenses, which gives you an almost inexhaustible list of glass to choose from. ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 7:23
dual card slots (SD and CF) ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 7:12
CF card is much faster at exchanging data ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 7:35
battery grip ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 6:28
takes an SD card ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 5:19
takes a compact flash ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 5:23
additional storage ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 5:41
ability to write separately to CF and SD card ▶ Canon 7d Mark ii Review with Meike Grip &Remote @ 13:35
put two of them there at the exact same time ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 5:34
redundancy the more like a backup ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 5:37
remote is backlit ▶ Canon 7d Mark ii Review with Meike Grip &Remote @ 6:48
intervalometer built into the camera ▶ Canon 7d Mark ii Review with Meike Grip &Remote @ 2:49
silent mode ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 3:33

Video Capabilities (37)

much anticipated uncompressed 1920x 1080p HD output via HDMI ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 2:02
60p ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 0:41
Headphone and microphone input ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 2:56
Shoots video at 60p ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 2:44
the autofocus actually works very well in movie mode ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 0:21
headphone jack ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 0:55
1080p uncompressed video output over HDMI to an external recorder ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 0:35
that nice slow-mo is capable with this camera ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 0:46
video functionality ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 2:22
best Canon camera for video ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 6:45
video can shoot now at 60 frames per second ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 0:50
ability to adjust levels on both while recording ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 7:27
headphone output ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 7:24
good noise performance for video with decent results at 6,400 ISO ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 7:38
results were at least as good if not better than we probably could have done manually even with a skilled Focus puller ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 4:13
mic input ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 7:24
Quality video capture with improvements for cinematographers ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 3:35
records video at full HD resolution and now at 65 frames per second ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 5:59
it works really good this camera has a very fast autofocus during video recording ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 6:17
able to shoot at 24 frames exactly ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Worth Getting in 2019? @ 0:51
Dual pixel AF sensor delivers, focus in live view and video is good enough to rely on ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 3:28
MP4 orov video file saving ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 4:05
dual pixel CMOS AM AF, which actually helps with autofocus during video recording ▶ New Canon EOS 7D MKII | Geek Vlog 286 #Canon7D #Phones4U @ 3:23
a couple of useful improvements when it comes to video mode ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 5:40
fine-tune autofocus speed during filming for cinematic focus racking ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 4:11
1080p60 video, microphone and headphone jacks for external mic and audio monitoring, HDMI output for clean uncompressed video and audio ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 3:46
dual pixel Coss AF technology for accurate autofocusing during filming and live view without Focus hunting ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 4:30
full HD 60p ▶ New Canon EOS 7D MKII | Geek Vlog 286 #Canon7D #Phones4U @ 3:32
crisp and sharp upscaling it to 4k for this video i had no problems doing so and i would have no problems just integrating this footage straight into a 4k timeline for a 4k project ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 11:27
full HD at 60 frames per second and also allow you to autofocus allowing you to track moving sub objects whil videoing ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 7:22
microphone and a headphone socket built into the camera ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 7:33
audio passthrough ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 10:52
autofocus on the pixels for when you're shooting in live view and video so this should be much improved for that ▶ HODGE UNBOXES - Canon EOS 7D Mk II @ 1:23
good video quality, higher bitrate ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 7:54
mic input ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 3:10
able to deliver 1080 video ▶ Canon 7D MarkII in 2021? @ 3:35
1080p is good enough for online content ▶ Canon 7D MarkII in 2021? @ 2:01

Build Quality (29)

very well built, new flagship model for Canon regarding the apsc size sensor Market ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 4:59
Canon cameras in my personal experience excel their build quality is fantastic it's really good they're robust they're well-thought-out that economically sensible and they're durable hard-working tools ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 6:42
very useful cable protector socket that helps you from accidentally yanking out cables ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 2:20
rugged build quality given by its magnesium alloy body ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 0:44
build quality is so important particularly in our field of wildlife and bird photography because let's face it we take these cameras into some pretty rough and nasty environments ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 5:53
improved dust and water resilience ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 5:28
camera shutter is rated for 200,000 actuations that's a huge increase ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 7:03
super rugged professional feeling ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 7:58
really well built a fully magnesium body ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 7:46
full magnesium weatherproof body which is really nice ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 2:47
feels like an uncompromised camera ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 8:46
the build quality is on top level ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 1:28
weather sealed body ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 0:14
It's got great weather sealing ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II any good in 2024? @ 1:46
new mirror system reduces vibration for sharper image capture, shutter rated for 200,000 actuations ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 5:19
built like a tank, Completely weather sealed, resists water and dust like a champion! ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Camera Still Worth Buying for Wildli @ 1:05
The camera is built like a tank and has a professional feel ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II any good in 2024? @ 1:39
magnesium alloy body, more weather sealed than the 70D ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 5:14
The camera is rugged, primarily made of magnesium alloy, and built like a tank. ▶ CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WOR @ 0:18
really good weather ceiling ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review - First Impressions @ 8:58
improved weatherproofing ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 5:42
weather proofing is um is very strong ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 3:19
second best EOS in our lineup for weatherproofing ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 5:35
It has enhanced environmental sealing. ▶ CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WOR @ 0:23
full magnesium alloy build ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 7:37
In addition to that, it has enhanced environmental sealing, which means you don't have to worry about getting it a little wet. ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 0:54
The camera is rugged, primarily made of a magnesium alloy, and it's built like a tank. ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 0:50
weather sealing ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 6:04
200,000 shutter actuation, durable shutter ▶ Canon 7d Mark ii Review with Meike Grip &Remote @ 12:47

Connectivity (20)

Built-in GPS with latitude, longitude, and compass bearing ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 3:52
microphone input, headphone jack, PC sync for Flash photographers, N3 plug, HDMI out and USB 3 for fast data transfer ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 4:31
USB 3.0 terminal ▶ Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark @ 4:06
new GPS unit added to track GPS data into images ▶ New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic @ 2:46
digital terminal is now super speed USB 3.0 ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 2:27
output uncompressed 4.2.2 from the HDMI port for external recorders ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 6:26
built-in GPS receiver ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 3:19
mini HDMI output ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 3:16
compass ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 1:46
GPS ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 1:46
clean HDMI out ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Worth Getting in 2019? @ 0:33
USB 3 connector for faster computer connection and optional WFT e7a Wireless file transmitter ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 5:35
built-in GPS for geotagging and compass for direction data in metadata ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 6:22
GPS ▶ New Canon EOS 7D MKII | Geek Vlog 286 #Canon7D #Phones4U @ 3:35
GPS which is one of my personal favorite features ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II any good in 2024? @ 2:31
GPS built in ▶ Canon EOS 7D MkII @ 7:42
all of the really nice ports ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 1:57
USB 3.0 built right into the camera ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 2:08
SD mi port ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 3:18
2.4 gigahertz wireless transmitter remote control that speaks to the grip ▶ Canon 7d Mark ii Review with Meike Grip &Remote @ 1:05

Value for Money (12)

pro features that come with it at a reduced price things like dual card slots, Micro Focus adjust your lenses ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 7:38
for the money is just absolutely incredible You've Got High frame rate you've got good megapixels and the quality of images I've shown you you can pull from this camera is exceptional ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 8:33
affordable body with high-end features ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 10:12
uses EF and EFS lenses, larger and less expensive lens selection than full-frame ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 9:34
the price. You can get it for around $600 to $700 used on eBay which is pretty decent price for what you're getting. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II any good in 2024? @ 1:28
screams speed and screams quality at speed without a massive price tag that is something you really don't see in many other cameras out there ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 12:30
comes in at a price point that won't break the bank ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 11:56
an absolute workhorse of a camera at a price point you wouldn't expect ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 12:51
the best consumer level camera for people who want to get great sports or wildlife pictures ▶ Why Canon's 7D Mark ii Low DXO Score Doesn't Matter @ 4:01
marketed for consumers who want to get great sport shots of their kids ▶ Why Canon's 7D Mark ii Low DXO Score Doesn't Matter @ 2:56
still capable, still works, still kicking ▶ Canon 7D MarkII in 2021? @ 3:22
great camera to rent ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 8:32

Battery Life (4)

LP 6n battery is still compatible with the 5d Mark 4 and downward compatible with the 5d Mark 3 ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 7:57
canon battery lp e6 which is nice so anything from a 60d i think was the first like smaller one to use this 60d 70d 7d 7 mark ii um 6d 5d 5d mark iii all use this battery ▶ HODGE UNBOXES - Canon EOS 7D Mk II @ 2:33
The camera uses a larger capacity LPE 6n battery. ▶ CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WOR @ 3:02
over a thousand shots ▶ Canon 7d Mark ii Review with Meike Grip &Remote @ 4:20

Overall (2)

EG electronic news Gathering quality ▶ CANON 7D MARK 2 REACTION- 4K DSLR?! @ 1:19
great photography camera that also does great video ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 7:25

Cons (120)

Usability/Handling (25)

no articulated screen ▶ Canon 7D Mk2 - The 4 Things Canon Got WRONG with the Canon 7 @ 0:33
exposure meter disappears from the LCD as well as the viewfinder in manual mode ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 2:04
no articulating touchscreen ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 8:16
it remains non-articulating and is not a touchscreen ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 1:46
no way to change the Kelvin white balance from the white balance button (requires navigating through the menu) ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 1:57
lacks a touch screen making it more difficult to change AF point ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 7:04
only thing I found lacking is the lack of uh touchscreen LCD which would be very helpful in video recording ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 6:23
it is not tiltable and it doesn't have touch capability ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 2:27
3in 1.04 million do LCD is not a touchscreen and is fixed ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 4:44
takes quite a long time to move this thing about ▶ Canon 7D mark ii Focus System | Top 3 tips Focus Efficiency @ 4:07
have to press this top right button on the back of the camera first and then you can go over to little joystick and select where you get a focusing point ▶ Canon 7D mark ii Focus System | Top 3 tips Focus Efficiency @ 0:37
The 7D mki comes with a fixed 3" display; the screen cannot be moved, making vlogging and shooting from awkward angles more difficult. ▶ CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WOR @ 1:55
The 7D mkII comes with a fixed 3" display. This model does not have a swivel screen. As the screen can not be moved around, this not only makes vlogging more difficult, but it also makes it harder to shoot from awkward angles. ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 4:28
overwhelming at first, many functions and settings ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 0:54
no beginner's menu ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 1:25
it is not touchscreen ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 4:17
doesn't have that touchscreen ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 7:57
big learning curve ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 10:32
heavy with battery grip ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 9:58
the LCD screen is so lacking ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 3:30
not having a flip-out screen ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 3:46
lacking touchscreen ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 4:35
gets kind of heavy ▶ Canon 7d Mark ii Review with Meike Grip &Remote @ 1:28
lack of this touchscreen really kills it for me ▶ Review of the Canon 7D mark II @ 7:13
screen is not touchscreen ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 10:54

Video Capabilities (23)

only up to 1080p video ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 2:26
video capabilities, 1080 resolution at 60 frames a second but these days that's nothing to write home about ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 11:11
an area that the 7d mark - just can't compete it but as a pure stills wildlife camera an occasional video shooter I think it's probably still got a lot to offer ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 1:25
shouldn't perhaps consider this camera is if you shoot anything more than casual video it's not got great videos features compared to modern equivalents it doesn't have a touchscreen it doesn't have a tulta ball screen ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 12:53
no 4K ▶ Canon 7D Mk2 - The 4 Things Canon Got WRONG with the Canon 7 @ 1:13
no 4K recording ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 5:46
missing video features: focus peaking, zebras, custom profiles for capturing more dynamic range ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 7:29
video quality lacks sharpness and looks muddy compared to other cameras ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 6:33
if you were to go with the 70 mark - Adam I threw out due to its clean HDMI I kind of feel like and this is primarily if you do video you're better off just getting used to see 100 ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Worth Getting in 2019? @ 2:01
flicker detection not available for video ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 9:05
no 4K ▶ New Canon EOS 7D MKII | Geek Vlog 286 #Canon7D #Phones4U @ 3:35
its video capabilities. By modern standards the footage this thing puts out is awful. It wasn't even that impressive back in 2014 when the camera came out ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II any good in 2024? @ 4:18
The autofocus works decently in video mode but it doesn't do an amazing job of tracking faces and subjects so you can't rely on that too much if you're going to be shooting videos. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II any good in 2024? @ 4:43
Footage is very soft and the smaller details often get lost in the blurry mess that is the end result and shots look very noisy when the ISO gets raised even a little bit. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II any good in 2024? @ 4:28
there's no 4k video ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 9:57
the camera doesn't shoot any higher than 1080 which even in 2014 was somewhat of a disappointment. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II any good in 2024? @ 4:38
Limited video capabilities (1080p at 60fps) compared to newer cameras. Not recommended for video in 2022. ▶ CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WOR @ 3:46
In 2022, when it comes to video, I wouldn't really use an 8 year old camera. For photography, sure, but for video, I'd go with something newer, like the Canon 77D, or even the Canon R series. ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 7:03
The 7D mkII can shoot video at 1080p, with a maximum frame rate of 60fps. ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 6:51
no autofocus at 1080p 60fps ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 10:22
cannot shoot 1080p 60fps with autofocus ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 8:23
can it is that like you got your uh your Sony and Panasonic they're pumping out the 4K resolution technology you know the GH4 is really strong Sony has some of their stuff but Canon and Nikon aren't doing it ▶ CANON 7D MARK 2 REACTION- 4K DSLR?! @ 4:30
they would incorporate that technology the 4K ▶ CANON 7D MARK 2 REACTION- 4K DSLR?! @ 5:02

Image Quality (23)

some um sort of color fringing ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 5:10
noise characteristics are not cutting-edge they're not as good as the newer cameras particularly when you place your subject against a dark and shadowed background ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 9:31
you do have to be careful what sort of light you shoot into or shoot with ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 5:52
only has a 20 megapixel sensor ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 9:00
grain and lack of detail in shadow areas, even in low ISO files ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 5:07
raw performance and picture quality could be better compared to some Nikon sensors ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 11:38
only detail I think it could have been a little bit better is the sensor in my opinion Nikon D7100 still has a better sensor ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 6:57
dynamic range and the level of details in images is not exactly on the level from Nikon D7100 ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 5:47
never pushed it past iso 5000 ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Worth Getting in 2019? @ 1:32
while it's not perfection to all subject edges as there's some obvious processing to counter image noise ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 4:34
not the best noise performance around but okay ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 6:16
some banding in the ISO 12800 shots ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 6:11
our only real gripe if it can be called that is that the resulting image quality is the kind of push forward that we saw from EOS 5d Mk into 5d Mk I that is not a seismic shift from one model to the next ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 1:51
anyone who's familiar with the 7d it struggles at that level um with some venues i'd get away with two and a half thousand or two thousand and then it was just about okay uh in lightroom i could bring the image back well enough but at 3200 i struggled ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review - First Impressions @ 5:57
Dynamic range isn't as great as on some of the newer expensive DSLRs, due to the fact that the 7D mkII came out in 2014 ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 2:11
you start to see some noise ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review - First Impressions @ 6:33
Even though I'm primarily a landscape photographer I do occasionally take handheld photos at weddings live events etc. And this was where I did have some problems. I find that I'm able to pretty comfortably raise the ISO to 800 or even around a thousand without being too worried about the image quality, but raise it much above this and I start to get a bit concerned about how noisy the image is going to be. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II any good in 2024? @ 3:34
Dynamic range isn't as great as newer, expensive DSLRs. ▶ CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WOR @ 2:22
This doesn't mean much though, as with most cameras, once you go over 10,000 ISO or so, images can start to get rather grainy. ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 1:53
Canon 7D's images are poor ▶ Why Canon's 7D Mark ii Low DXO Score Doesn't Matter @ 0:24
low megapixels (20MP) ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 11:25
doesn't handle low-light well ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 9:45
poor ISO handling above 6400 ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 9:18

Features (13)

it's not mirrorless ▶ Canon 7D Mk2 - The 4 Things Canon Got WRONG with the Canon 7 @ 2:07
missed having other Focus assists like peaking or false colors ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 5:25
the recorder takes SSDs, which you'll need to purchase separately ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Worth Getting in 2019? @ 2:42
the size of the sensor does introduce a 1.6 x crop factor though meaning that 24 to 70 millimetres lens is closer to a 38 to 112 millimetres equivalent useful for a longer reach but not so good for wide-angle ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 3:02
Canon does not offer us an affordable 500 mil lens for their DSLR cameras… unlike Nikon which has two lenses, the 200-500, and 500 5.6 prime lens. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Camera Still Worth Buying for Wildli @ 3:24
not going to be the best camera body on the market for portraits or landscapes ▶ Why Canon's 7D Mark ii Low DXO Score Doesn't Matter @ 2:49
not marketed as a landscape lens ▶ Why Canon's 7D Mark ii Low DXO Score Doesn't Matter @ 1:31
not marketed as a portrait lens ▶ Why Canon's 7D Mark ii Low DXO Score Doesn't Matter @ 1:28
silent mode shutter rate is only 5.5 fps ▶ Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? @ 3:55
using teleconverters, you lose quality and a stop of light ▶ Canon 7d Mark ii Review with Meike Grip &Remote @ 12:10
not mirrorless ▶ Canon 7D MarkII in 2021? @ 0:29
not full frame ▶ Canon 7D MarkII in 2021? @ 0:27
Canon version of battery grip was 250 dollars ▶ Canon 7d Mark ii Review with Meike Grip &Remote @ 2:41

Value for Money (11)

I'd probably prefer going for something full frames to something like the 6D Mark II or the 5D Mark 304 depending on where your budget lies, for action sports, low light ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 8:09
obsolescent camera near the end of its life it's probably not a wise investment ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 1:42
price near if you're considering buying one of these cameras off-the-shelf new you really need to think twice, the camera is obsolescent it's about to be made redundant ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 10:39
no sensor update, no real sensor update ▶ Canon 7D Mk2 - The 4 Things Canon Got WRONG with the Canon 7 @ 3:12
a couple of hundred dollars short of 2k it's not cheap ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 0:13
it still doesn't really make sense as an upgrade for current 7d owners ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 6:38
1600 pounds which is a lot of money for a crop frame camera ▶ HODGE UNBOXES - Canon EOS 7D Mk II @ 1:44
originally released all the way back in 2014. ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 0:08
they just didn't do much different uh yes new technology it'll be better ▶ CANON 7D MARK 2 REACTION- 4K DSLR?! @ 6:05
old camera ▶ Canon 7D MarkII in 2021? @ 0:27
$1,800 ▶ CANON 7D MARK 2 REACTION- 4K DSLR?! @ 5:37

Performance (7)

slightly older processor because the age of the camera itself ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 1:38
a little bit slow the 10 frames per second ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 4:54
downsides to that approach one is a slowing of the focus speed and two is a general deterioration in image quality ▶ CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? @ 3:24
Its buffer can hold 31 RAW images which is significantly less when you compare it with something like a Nikon D500 which has a buffer size that can accommodate 200 RAW images. ▶ Is the Canon 7D Mark II Camera Still Worth Buying for Wildli @ 2:16
this new 150 thousand pixel metering centre can be fairly unforgiving if you leave metering set to the default evaluative option something we're all too guilty of shooting a gig was the clearest example of this with the spotlit lead often being overexposed something catered for by adjusting to spot meter obviously but showing that no matter how many pixels and metering sensor has it will function as it's designed to not based on the subjective content of an image ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 3:29
hasn't really gone anywhere quick ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 1:48
you may be limited in the amount of raws you are able to take with the burst mode enabled even with a 95 megabytes per second sandisk extreme pro sd card i was only able to capture about 40 frames in raw whilst using the buffer the buffer will just run out after around 40 ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 7:29

Connectivity (7)

no Wi-Fi (due to all metal body) ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 1:50
there is no Wi-fi connectivity which is very strange for 20150 cameras today ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 3:21
no onboard Wi-Fi, requires WFT e7a for professional use or CamRanger for normal Wi-Fi features ▶ Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II @ 5:49
filling up sd cards is extremely fast ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 9:30
i don't see a wi-fi logo on it anywhere um which means that you probably can't control it remotely which is a shame because that is one of the coolest things that is on cameras these days ▶ HODGE UNBOXES - Canon EOS 7D Mk II @ 3:41
if you are only shooting with sd card the buffer does run out relatively fast due to the sd card slightly lower speed ▶ Canon 7D MKii review @ 7:58
Canon transmitter has to be pointed to the camera and has pathetic range in bright sun ▶ Canon 7d Mark ii Review with Meike Grip &Remote @ 8:01

Autofocus System (4)

some hunting, in fact some serious hunting ▶ Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review @ 4:49
can't link the spot metering to the AF point ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Review @ 3:19
one thing I wasn't too keen on was the intelligent tracking recognition face tracking thing ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 5:14
there were a couple shots I lost focus ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 5:20

Battery Life (3)

that's okay but for this class of camera I would expect it to last around 1,000 shots ▶ Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review @ 2:53
Since the 7dmkii was discontinued, batteries are likely older and have diminished capacity. ▶ CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WOR @ 3:07
In terms of battery, the camera uses a larger-capacity LP-E6N battery. Given the fact that the 7D mkII was discontinued years ago, your battery is likely to be a few years old at this point. As a result, even though they were initially rated at 800 shots, they will naturally have a diminished capacity. ▶ The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! @ 5:42

Overall (2)

it's not perfect ▶ Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! @ 6:37
things don't seem too tantalizing so far ▶ Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review @ 1:41

Build Quality (2)

except perhaps for the plastic you look of the top panels not that we wanted and blazoned with diamonds or anything we'd much rather a long-lasting construction that's going to keep on going through the years indeed many of the mark twos new additions are subtle ▶ CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 @ 1:21
The Canon 7D mki shutter is rated at 200,000 actuations, and used models may have limited shutter life remaining. ▶ CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WOR @ 4:33

Review sources

Canon 7D Mark II Review by Dan Watson — 29 pros, 11 cons
Hands-On Review: Canon | EOS 7D Mark II by B&H Photo Video Pro Audio — 30 pros, 3 cons
Canon EOS 7D Mark II : Review by GdgtCompare.com — 22 pros, 6 cons
Canon 7D Mark II Hands-on Review by DigitalRev TV — 20 pros, 8 cons
Canon 7D MKii - Should you get one in 2023?! by Joe Whitnall Photography — 17 pros, 6 cons
CANON 7D MARK II - GOOD VALUE FOR WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY? by Will Goodlet — 14 pros, 9 cons
Canon 7D Mark II - Hands on Review by Videomaker — 20 pros, 3 cons
Canon 7D MKii review by CPU modder — 19 pros, 4 cons
Canon 7D Mark ii Review | Should you get it? by Grayt Fitness — 10 pros, 11 cons
Review of the Canon 7D mark II by Brandon Washington — 14 pros, 6 cons
Canon EOS 7D II - Hands-on preview of the Canon EOS 7D Mark II by Wex Photo Video — 18 pros, 0 cons
New Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR Preview - Calumet Photographic by Calumet Photographic Drummond Street — 17 pros, 0 cons
CANON EOS 7D MARK II ( CAMERA YOU MUST HAVE REVIEW) 2018 by nessunodalnulla — 11 pros, 5 cons
Canon EOS 7D MkII by London Camera Exchange — 16 pros, 0 cons
The Canon 7D Mark II: Don't Choose Wrong! by Christian Skyes — 9 pros, 7 cons
CANON 7D MARK II REVIEW [2023] IS CANON 7D MARK II STILL WORTH BUYING 2023? by Golf Sky — 10 pros, 5 cons
Is the Canon 7D Mark II Camera Still Worth Buying for Wildlife Photography in 2022? by The Open Image — 11 pros, 2 cons
Is the Canon 7D Mark II any good in 2024? by bfunphoto — 8 pros, 5 cons
Canon 7d Mark ii Review with Meike Grip &Remote by Amar Tech Talk | FKA CameraSutra 247 — 9 pros, 4 cons
HODGE UNBOXES - Canon EOS 7D Mk II by David Hodgkiss — 10 pros, 2 cons
New Canon EOS 7D MKII | Geek Vlog 286 #Canon7D #Phones4U by Geekanoids — 10 pros, 1 cons
Why Canon's 7D Mark ii Low DXO Score Doesn't Matter by Vincent Martinez Photography — 7 pros, 4 cons
CANON 7D MARK 2 REACTION- 4K DSLR?! by Eric Rossi — 7 pros, 4 cons
Is the Canon 7D Mark II Worth Getting in 2019? by Thorndike Productions — 5 pros, 3 cons
Canon 7D Mark ii Review - First Impressions by Rob Sambles — 6 pros, 2 cons
Canon 7D MarkII in 2021? by Mr Shutter — 5 pros, 3 cons
Canon 7D mark ii Focus System | Top 3 tips Focus Efficiency by Espen Helland — 5 pros, 2 cons
Canon EOS 7D Mark II User Guide by JB Hi-Fi Official — 4 pros, 0 cons
Canon 7D Mk2 - The 4 Things Canon Got WRONG with the Canon 7D MkII by ArtoftheImage — 0 pros, 4 cons

Frequently asked questions

Is the Canon EOS 7D Mark II worth buying?

Based on 29 independent YouTube reviews, the Canon EOS 7D Mark II scores 4/5 with 363 positive and 120 negative points mentioned by reviewers, placing it #18 in the DSLRs category.

What do reviewers like most about the Canon EOS 7D Mark II?

The most praised aspects are performance, image quality, autofocus system — Performance (58 mentions), Image Quality (52 mentions), Autofocus System (51 mentions).

What are the most common complaints about the Canon EOS 7D Mark II?

Reviewers most frequently criticize usability/handling, video capabilities — Usability/Handling (25 mentions), Video Capabilities (23 mentions).

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