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The camera has a very fast shutter speed for sports photography is which what my primary use.

My Best Buy number: 0955336650

What's great about it: picture quality is a lot better than what i had used

What's not so great: learning the new perks of the camera

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The "Pro" in "Prosumer"

on November 3, 2009

Posted by: Ronjm

from Portland, OR

The Canon 7D is a professional-caliber camera at a pricepoint that is well below what you would expect. When I began researching this camera, I kept wondering what the catch was. How could a camera with this resolution and feature set come with HD video, at this price? Having now played with it for a few weeks, I can tell you that it's exactly as advertised. The features are all here, it works great, and yes, the price is for real... it's at least a thousand dollars less than you would expect.

On the downside, as of today, the drivers to open the pictures directly in Photoshop, have not been released yet. There's a workaround but the camera raw driver is still coming. My other complaint is that the camera is heavy. I put a big heavy lens on it which doesn't help of course, but the camera is big and bulky. If you are looking for a great vacation camera, this probably isn't it. On the other hand, if you are looking to upgrade your photography and take pictures that are pro quality, then this is the bargain of the century.

I'm thrilled with this camera.

What's great about it: Outstanding camera for the price

What's not so great: Drivers are not up-to-date - Camera is heavy

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Excellent camera

on August 7, 2011

Posted by: sandman6964

from NY

I've had the camera for about a month now. I recently took some night time shots without a flash, The pictures came out great. Camera is very fast, 8 frames per second. Its a big jump from my XTI.

What's great about it: Great pictures

What's not so great: heavy to hold, especially taking video. should have the movable screen like the 60

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Great camera but not for beginners

on August 3, 2011

Posted by: mirky

from Santa Monica, CA

This is a spectacular piece of equipment for an avid photographer or videographer. Advanced metering, focus, bracketing. Quick adjustment screen, easy to use controls, very responsive. Beautiful shots, great video (though you really need an external mic for quality sound) and a wonderful photography experience. I highly recommend this camera for mid and high level photographers, but it is not for the faint of heart--newcomers should look at the 60D or Rebel XTi

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Great camera with minor problem

on July 20, 2012

Posted by: WaterH

Great camera has a lot of wonderful features! Did have a problem with pictures not being very sharp. Followed on-line instructions to reset camera (included removing the clock battery and regular battery for a set time) and now appears to be sharp. Takes great pictures in low light. Lots to learn about how to use this camera...

What's great about it: Great features

What's not so great: Picture not so clear

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Nikon who?

on September 4, 2009

Posted by: Williejr

from Sunland, CA

Once again Canon has Nikon scratching their heads how they are going to top this camera. This is a great price for a superb quality DLSR. The new built in focus screen and dual axis "level" will help you compose and frame the best pictures. You can switch at a touch of a button from shooting in RAW to JPEG as well as Movie to Still.

For all those people who think Movie Cameras have no place in the DSLR world, I say get used to it and embrace the new technology or you will be left behind.

What's great about it: Most ADVANCED Auto Focus on any DSLR, Dual Digic 4 Processor, Dual Axis Level

What's not so great: APS-C crop sensor, but who cares if it is not a full frame.

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My 3rd Canon SLR and the best so far

on August 6, 2010

Posted by: cdb46

from Mississippi

Have had time to use this camera and I am really happy with the results.
I have 2 previous Canon SLR's a 20D,50D. I am new to video using an SLR, but have created a couple and the results are unbelievable, excellent results, even look great on my 54" LCD TV.

What's great about it: HD Video, dual processors, High ISO

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