Canon EOS 7D DSLR Camera with 28~135mm IS Lens: With a host of features designed to provide creative opportunity and exceptional image quality, the EOS 7D represents an advanced class of camera. An array of automatic and manual settings give you full control over your shots, and an 18.0 megapixel CMOS sensor with Dual DIGIC 4 processing allows you to capture fine details with powerful performance.Memory card sold separately.
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The Canon EOS 7D and the Canon T2i may seem to be the same camera - with a widely different MSRP - at first glance, but they are not. The T2i is an 18 megapixels camera, but it is constructed with a very lightweight plastic body. The 7D is constructed of a metallic alloy which gives it heft and is a constant reminder that the 7D is a workhorse professional digital camera. The 7D also has a number of other improvements such as a faster and longer life shutter as well as having nearly twice as many autofocus imaging points. The T2i is a fine camera on its own, but if you want a camera that will last for years as well as one that is capable of being exposed to greater weather extremes and the occasional rough handling, then I highly recommend shelling out the extra dough and getting the 7D. It well be money well spent.
What's great about it: Sturdy build. Lots of features. Great resolution.