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Archive 2009Canon 7D
p.76 #1Canon 7D
EOS 7D viewfinder does not have interchangeable focussing screens. In their place is a Transmissive LCD Screen - another first for EOS. Through technological advances Canon has been able to implement the screen whilst maintaining viewfinder image quality. This new feature, which can be illuminated in lowlight, enables grid, spot metering and AF points to be superimposed upon demand.
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I think I will get this! $1700 for the body? Yes!
!I think I will get this! $1700 for the body? Yes!
Aug 31, 2009 at 10:09 PM
p.76 #2Canon 7D
I'm glad to see this. I'll wait to see what the 18mp ends up looking like but am really glad to see all the other bits (AF, transmissive screen and other little bits and pieces). I'll be even happier when they eventually put all this in the 5D series. I'll still probably get a 7D for the birding though.
Aug 31, 2009 at 10:12 PM
p.76 #3Canon 7D
bluetsunami wrote:
I think I will get this! $1700 for the body? Yes!
Get in line, pal.
I think I will get this! $1700 for the body? Yes!
Get in line, pal.
Aug 31, 2009 at 10:12 PM
p.76 #4Canon 7D
"designed to defend against moisture, and dust – equivalent to the legendary EOS–1N. "
it's about time
RAW
• 5184 x 3456
• 3888 x 2592 (10Mp) sweet
• 2592 x 1728
Image Sizes (Movie)
1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps)
1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps) 60 & 50 fps? ? ?
640 x 480 (59.94, 50 fps)
AF working range: -0.5 - 18 EV
Exposure bracketing
• +/- 2.0 EV
• 0.3 or 0.5 EV increments
Approx. 8 fps (speed maintained for up to 126 JPEGs (with UDMA card),
15 images (RAW))
"we were able to squeeze off 19-20 RAW frames in succession at ISO 100.)"
"A 7D with a WFT-E5/E5A attached can be configured to fire multiple remote cameras, up to 10 in all, in concert with the 7D in your hand. Once configured, pressing the shutter button on the camera you're using causes the remote cameras to fire as well, presumably with a slight delay. Transmission range is specified to be about 328ft (100m)."
Canon EOS 7D: late September 2009, US$1699
Canon EOS 7D: CDN$2099.99 (suggested retail price)
http://www.xe.com
1,699.00 USD = 1,856.02 CAD
Canon press release
http://www.usa.canon.com/templatedata/pressrelease/20090901_eos7d.html
Edited on Aug 31, 2009 at 11:29 PM · View previous versions
it's about time
RAW
• 5184 x 3456
• 3888 x 2592 (10Mp) sweet
• 2592 x 1728
Image Sizes (Movie)
1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps)
1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps) 60 & 50 fps? ? ?
640 x 480 (59.94, 50 fps)
AF working range: -0.5 - 18 EV
Exposure bracketing
• +/- 2.0 EV
• 0.3 or 0.5 EV increments
Approx. 8 fps (speed maintained for up to 126 JPEGs (with UDMA card),
15 images (RAW))
"we were able to squeeze off 19-20 RAW frames in succession at ISO 100.)"
"A 7D with a WFT-E5/E5A attached can be configured to fire multiple remote cameras, up to 10 in all, in concert with the 7D in your hand. Once configured, pressing the shutter button on the camera you're using causes the remote cameras to fire as well, presumably with a slight delay. Transmission range is specified to be about 328ft (100m)."
Canon EOS 7D: late September 2009, US$1699
Canon EOS 7D: CDN$2099.99 (suggested retail price)
http://www.xe.com
1,699.00 USD = 1,856.02 CAD
Canon press release
http://www.usa.canon.com/templatedata/pressrelease/20090901_eos7d.html
Edited on Aug 31, 2009 at 11:29 PM · View previous versions
Aug 31, 2009 at 10:13 PM
p.76 #5Canon 7D
Looks great! Love the new features, and that viewfinder looks massive!
I like how they have implemented the on demand viewfinder grid like in the Nikon cameras (No need to change focusing screens).
http://www.dpreview.com/previews/canoneos7d/page5.asp
I like how they have implemented the on demand viewfinder grid like in the Nikon cameras (No need to change focusing screens).
http://www.dpreview.com/previews/canoneos7d/page5.asp
Aug 31, 2009 at 10:15 PM
p.76 #8Canon 7D
Can anyone find EU/UK Pricing so far? Or are Canon operating a 1:1 US:UK price plan as per usual 
Aug 31, 2009 at 10:17 PM
p.76 #9Canon 7D
http://gizmodo.com/5349829/canon-7d-dslr-first-hands-on-18-megapixels-24fps-full-hd-video-for-1900
Hands on with a Beta build!
Hands on with a Beta build!
Aug 31, 2009 at 10:19 PM
p.76 #10Canon 7D
"The 7D's performance is staggering, given its sensor's 4.3µm pixel pitch. But the 5D Mark II and its 6.4µm pixels are able to extract just a bit more quality out of each ISO increment. All files originated as RAW CR2s."
http://www.robgalbraith.com/bins/multi_page.asp?cid=7-10042-10239
http://www.robgalbraith.com/bins/multi_page.asp?cid=7-10042-10239
Aug 31, 2009 at 10:21 PM
p.76 #12Canon 7D
And the noise samples of 7D at 6400 look really good on RG (has 5D2 to compare to...), though Gizmodo's not as impressed as RG
http://gizmodo.com/5349829/canon-7d-dslr-first-hands-on-18-megapixels-24fps-full-hd-video-for-1900
http://gizmodo.com/5349829/canon-7d-dslr-first-hands-on-18-megapixels-24fps-full-hd-video-for-1900
Aug 31, 2009 at 10:24 PM
p.76 #13Canon 7D
LightShow wrote:
"designed to defend against moisture, and dust – equivalent to the legendary EOS–1N. "
it's about time
Isn't that what they said about the 5D II? So I'm thinking we can expect weathersealing equivalent to that of the 5D2... (i.e. functionally none)
"designed to defend against moisture, and dust – equivalent to the legendary EOS–1N. "
it's about time
Isn't that what they said about the 5D II? So I'm thinking we can expect weathersealing equivalent to that of the 5D2... (i.e. functionally none)
Aug 31, 2009 at 10:26 PM
p.76 #14Canon 7D
RG: "At all ISO increments, other than the very lowest ones, pictures can take on a harsh appearance not present in larger-pixel cameras in Canon's lineup, such as the EOS-1D Mark III, or Nikon's D3 and D700."
For me that translates into "wait for the 1DMk4."
For me that translates into "wait for the 1DMk4."
Aug 31, 2009 at 10:30 PM
p.76 #15Canon 7D
DocsPics wrote:
RG: "At all ISO increments, other than the very lowest ones, pictures can take on a harsh appearance not present in larger-pixel cameras in Canon's lineup, such as the EOS-1D Mark III, or Nikon's D3 and D700."
For me that translates into "wait for the 1DMk4."
I dunno... I would be wary of trusting one man's judgment, especially RG's. I'll wait to see for myself.
However, it can be expected though, that at 18MP on a APS-C sensor, that the reality of that occurring is definitely there, especially after seeing 15MP on the 50D. In addition, those higher ISO pics posted on gizmodo were not exactly promising- we'll see though- those were super tight crops so maybe it's not that bad.
I wasn't going to buy this one- but given the video specs (esp the 60p @ 720P) I'm willing to give it a go.
RG: "At all ISO increments, other than the very lowest ones, pictures can take on a harsh appearance not present in larger-pixel cameras in Canon's lineup, such as the EOS-1D Mark III, or Nikon's D3 and D700."
For me that translates into "wait for the 1DMk4."
I dunno... I would be wary of trusting one man's judgment, especially RG's. I'll wait to see for myself.
However, it can be expected though, that at 18MP on a APS-C sensor, that the reality of that occurring is definitely there, especially after seeing 15MP on the 50D. In addition, those higher ISO pics posted on gizmodo were not exactly promising- we'll see though- those were super tight crops so maybe it's not that bad.
I wasn't going to buy this one- but given the video specs (esp the 60p @ 720P) I'm willing to give it a go.
Aug 31, 2009 at 10:37 PM
p.76 #16Canon 7D
DocsPics wrote:
RG: "At all ISO increments, other than the very lowest ones, pictures can take on a harsh appearance not present in larger-pixel cameras in Canon's lineup, such as the EOS-1D Mark III, or Nikon's D3 and D700."
For me that translates into "wait for the 1DMk4."
So RG thinks a FF camera can produce a better image? Shocking!
RG: "At all ISO increments, other than the very lowest ones, pictures can take on a harsh appearance not present in larger-pixel cameras in Canon's lineup, such as the EOS-1D Mark III, or Nikon's D3 and D700."
For me that translates into "wait for the 1DMk4."
So RG thinks a FF camera can produce a better image? Shocking!
Aug 31, 2009 at 10:57 PM
p.76 #17Canon 7D
Everything about this camera seems great, except the 18mp on that small sensor. For people who work outdoors, at lower iso's (which, I will grant, is the majority, especially birders and sports shooters) this will be a benefit. I do most of my work indoors in low light. This same camera, at 12 or maybe even 15 mp, could have been the lord of darkness. Oh well...
What I find most interesting, however, is that Canon is now going head-to-head with Nikon on price, something the two manufacturers studiously avoided until now. The 7D has better video, and higher resolution. We'll have to see how the new sensor shapes up against the D300s, and how well the new AF system compares to that in the Nikons.
If Canon can match up pricewise with the D300s, bring on the D700 slayer!
What I find most interesting, however, is that Canon is now going head-to-head with Nikon on price, something the two manufacturers studiously avoided until now. The 7D has better video, and higher resolution. We'll have to see how the new sensor shapes up against the D300s, and how well the new AF system compares to that in the Nikons.
If Canon can match up pricewise with the D300s, bring on the D700 slayer!
Aug 31, 2009 at 11:26 PM
p.76 #18Canon 7D
I think this has already been a bold move for Canon and doubt that we will be seeing a 3D in the near future. To me it seems that Canon has it's price points covered- and with the 60D and 1DIV coming, they will have their functional areas covered. Basically Canon's message is that if you want a large sensor with pro features, get a 1D.
Aug 31, 2009 at 11:32 PM
p.76 #19Canon 7D
orangefirefish wrote:
I think this has already been a bold move for Canon and doubt that we will be seeing a 3D in the near future.
Honestly the 7D seems to be a direct answer to the D300s...I wouldn't be surprised if Canon has something up it's sleeve to counter the D700, as unlikely as it seems.
I think this has already been a bold move for Canon and doubt that we will be seeing a 3D in the near future.
Honestly the 7D seems to be a direct answer to the D300s...I wouldn't be surprised if Canon has something up it's sleeve to counter the D700, as unlikely as it seems.
Aug 31, 2009 at 11:35 PM
p.76 #20Canon 7D
so we now have a d300s killer. of course d700 killer will come next.
biit i doubt nikon will take it lying down. there is no knockout yet.
biit i doubt nikon will take it lying down. there is no knockout yet.
Sep 01, 2009 at 12:12 AM