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Canon - EOS 7D DSLR Camera (Body Only) - Black
Average Customer Rating:
4.6
Rating breakdown 413 reviews
5 Stars
318
4 Stars
49
3 Stars
18
2 Stars
15
1 Star
13
89%of customers recommend this product.
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358 out of
403)
Customer Reviews for Canon - EOS 7D DSLR Camera (Body Only) - Black
Customer Rating
5
Really good system
on September 27, 2012
Posted by: robotman
from York PA
I decided to get the 7D rather than the 60D after handling both cameras. The 7D seemed to focus faster than the 60D and it is big in your hand. I wear size 10-11 gloves and the fit was so much better than the smaller cameras that I was swayed by that feature alone. In use, the tilt screen would have been nice but other than that I am very happy with the adjustability of the camera out in the field. I shoot a lot of aperature priority and having the wheel right by my index finger to control the aperature is perfect. I somtimes use the CA and P modes and still manually run the f/stop to where the lens works best. The multiple focus selections are great too. I updated the firmware to ver 2.0 and now have the af/servo mode to play with. I only have a EF-S 17-85 f/4-5.6 zoom right now but have had results beyond my expectations. It is not just the camera you get when you buy a Canon, it is the lens correction software and the HUGE selection of excellent lenes to choose from. I am saving up for a 100mm f/2.8 L IS macro lens so I can get even sharper images. I have been shooting in raw and letting DPP fix the lens errors and have great results. I am going work harder to control my exposure and learn how to get the right white balance for the conditions. The AWB does get used but I have been playing with all the modes more lately and getting some fun results. In short, this is a very capable camera for someone who wants to dig deep into image crafting. Full frame has advantages but these crop cameras are far from obsolete!
Pros: Nice features/settings, Quick Start-up time, excellent image quality, Superior build quality, Bright LCD, Solid Operation
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Great Camera
on October 31, 2012
Posted by: NewfyDad
from Mt. Vernon, Maine
I researched this camera for about 4 months before finally purchasing it. I was at first getting it for photographing high school hockey games as a friend had one and was having excellent luck with it. I also purchased the EF 70-200 2.8f IS USM lens at the same time. and have found it also useful for night and day high school football games as well as dog shows and especially drag races. I'm not a professional , but have been using 35mm since mid 70's and have had the 7d for over 2 years now and have taken over 30,000 pics with it. I'm still learning how to use it and still have a lot to learn, but its a great camera to learn on. I've since purchased a 2X wxtender for it and that works very well for outdoor activities during daylight hours. I did have to send it off for repair once because a pin got bent some how where the SD card goes in. I wish you could look through view finder when videoing I find it hard to follow action while trying to look at the monitor. Other than that its a great camera...couldn't imagine why any one would want more. Its a bit heavy when loaded with lens, but most cameras are.
Pros: quiet, Quick Start-up time, easy to use, good battery life, Nice features/settings, excellent image quality, Superior build quality, Bright LCD, Solid Operation, Simple controls/menu
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
What an Upgrade
on January 17, 2013
Posted by: Architect
from The Terraces at Williamsport, PA
I purchased this as a replacement for our old 10D. What a major jump in quality. I got the upgraded 7D and could not be happier. I like the pop-up flash being higher so there is no lens shadow when I use it with my 24-105L lens. The quickness of focus blows me away as well. The controls are well laid out and easy to use. For those who complain no camera is perfect but this is a great step up for me. I was going to go with the 6D as a full size sensor would be nice but no built in flash. Come on Canon would it hurt? I do work professionally associated with being an Architect and this camera is great.
Pros: excellent image quality, Superior build quality, Solid Operation, easy to use
Cons: Missing features/settings, not a full size sensor
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Precious Jewel
on July 5, 2013
Posted by: Picman
from Tucson, Az
My best camera so far. It's a computer with a lens.
Pros: good battery life, quiet, Nice features/settings, Quick Start-up time, excellent image quality, Superior build quality, Bright LCD, Solid Operation, Lightweight/Portable, Simple controls/menu, easy to use
Cons: biggest problem is downloading updates to it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
5
Great Camera
on August 16, 2014
Posted by: CKY
from california
First, I love this camera. I mostly do surf photography, so this camera is the best way the spend your money. very solid camera, There is no need to baby this camera, but you should still try to take care of it. The 19 AF points guarantees that your photo will always be if focus. The only problem I had was the serial number on the bottom smear, and eventually making it illegible. If this has happened to anybody please let me know how you fixed this problem. Can I send it to canon to reprint it and seal it properly?
Pros: good battery life, Nice features/settings, excellent image quality, Superior build quality, Solid Operation
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Great first DSLR
on November 30, 2014
Posted by: hebla
I wanted to learn how to use a camera. Not just use auto and click. I've had this fabulous product for more than 2 years. It'll be three by the end of December. This camera has so many different options. The quality of the image (once you know how to actually use the camera) is PERFECT. This camera is NOT for someone who is just planning on using auto, in my opinion no DSLR is. The only downfall for me is it is a crop sensor, so when using my 50mm it is difficult for family photos. But other than that, loving my Canon EOS 7D!!
Written by a customer while visiting usa.canon.com
Customer Rating
5
Excellent jump into the world of DSLR
on January 21, 2017
Posted by: CWhitePhotos
from NYC, NY, United States
I was blessed enough to purchase my 7D from a profession who had used it for several years and upgraded, giving me this camera, as well as many accessories, for a fraction of retail. I couldn't be happier!
I've learned so much in a very short period of time, because I'm constantly using my camera. The picture quality is excellent, and I've only begun. I'm looking forward to many years of shooting with camera.
I've learned so much in a very short period of time, because I'm constantly using my camera. The picture quality is excellent, and I've only begun. I'm looking forward to many years of shooting with camera.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Solid rig
on December 26, 2016
Posted by: donbutl10
from Madison, MS, United States
I have had my 7D for 3 years now and have not had any issues that I have read on the 1-star ratings. I have two EF lenses and one EF-s lense. The 7D works well with them all. I have owned Canon since the 1980's and the 7D matches up with all of them. I normally shoot in Manual and Aperture Priority and constantly get quality images. I make sure that the firmware is up to date ensuring lack of issues. My next unit will be the 6D MkII next year and that is only due to Full Frame sensor availability.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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