Karl Taylor compares the Canon 5DMK2 vs Canon 7D.

The Canon 5dmk2 and the Canon 7D are two great cameras but with the new 5dmk3 on the block the 5dmk2 is coming down in price closer to the 7D.

So which camera is best and why?
Which features really matter?

Having used both cameras I give you my overview of the key points that matter, plus I decide to find out how strong my 1Ds Mk3 really is and if it is worth the extra money! -----------------------------------------------------
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[adamax]

I like your reviews. You always go straight to the point and cut out all those unimportant stuff

[NixAdventure]

Very informative video... I own 7D and now I'm planning to get 5D MIII

[scotie]

I bought the 7d and I'm delighted with it. The built quality and speed are awesome. Glad to see the a pro like Karl has one too :)

[soulmike]

Always a pleasure hearing your pro verdicts Karl I recentl bought a 7D I wanted to own one for ages but I didn't really get on with it I found it a bit to clever for its own good so I traded it in for a 5DMk 2 I always wanted to move up to full frame but never quite found a bargain until this one came along its in mint cond still had the protective plastic on the screens only done 14-000 shots and I love it !!! the picture quality is awesome and I would never drop back to a crop sensor model again as we are getting into weddings we are gonna get a couple of Mk 3s next year but for now im over the moon with the 5DMk 2 my advice to anyone is go full frame you wont regret it !!!

[mattkrull]

Thanks for the great overview!

I am retiring my Canon 20D and decided to upgrade. The choice is what was holding me back.
EBay is a great place to shop for deals. So I decided to buy both a 5D Mark II and a 7D.
For under $700 USD I got a Mark II AND a 7D. Both used but in great shape!
Shutter count on both was rasonably low... 5D Mk II (49K shutter count) - 7D (5700 Shutter Count)
I will use the 7D with Dragonframe for stop motion animation and the 5D Mark II as my main
work horse.
Both cameras have live view capability and deliver great video capabilities.
Both have large view screens and the beauty of it is that all of my current Canon lenses carry over
to the new bodies!

If anyone is looking to upgrade to a newer camera, now is the time to look at EBay,
the prices on these bodies is coming down to more affordable levels.

[mIcKeYmeme]

Thank you so much for explaining the main points of the cameras! Also thank you for explaining it in terms where anyone even new beginners can understand. I usually stop watching the videos after a while because I get bored but I love listening to you speak cause it's educations and not a bunch of blah blah blah! Thank you!

[rusy]

You are such a tease! Really want your take on crop vs full frame. Don't make us wait too long!

[ClairMatthews]

Brilliant video Karl..really good, honest & clear explanation! I have a 7D & love it!! I'm looking forward to seeing your next video on the crop frame sensor..

[LOfficielThailand]

Dude, i'm loving all yr videos, big respect from Thailand !

[MnnnM]

I love your work! :) I like that you're not such an arrogant of a photographer that says he is the best, all the time! Ceep it up!

[RndmThtz]

The pop-up flash is handy for using as a wireless communicator to compatible flash guns. I use it for my 580exii and my Yongnuo 565ex

[Baldymacky]

Nice to see them all together.
My Camera and Flash didn't bounce so well on a Bar/Nightclub shoot the other week. :(

[xloveez]

could you please do a video talking about buying your first camera and what should we look for in it?
Thank you

[DaveOrtiz]

Great video and perfectly timed for the current market.

[jmknbsc]

Karl, that was one of the best comparisons that I've seen. While I guess that I pretty much knew about the differences that really confirmed it for me. Now as someone else mentioned, let's get to see the 5D III & 1DX against the previous models. Myself, I'm waiting for the 7D II or equivalent so I can measure it up against the 5D III.
thanks; jim

[RockMarz]

11:50 ... Karl Taylor, you are one crazy photographer!

[gangstalawko]

this is the first time i watch ya video man u great! keep it comming!

[sonnynguyen]

I really like the way you explain things. Straight forward, clear and no bull.
Which is why I have bought your beginner Dvds to learn on my shitty 35mm camera until I can afford a full frame.

[rugbyfowler]

I love all your tuts but as I live in Laos, I can't afford to buy your DVDs. I only watch them on YouTube but it's worth watching though. Super like your personalty also, very friendly and not arrogant.

[zipton]

When you droped that camera my heart droped a little and i felt like it had been torn out! then when you told me that it was on foam i had to pause the video and recover! I dont think i would even drop my 7D into a billion-gizzilion feathers. Specially with an L lens! :O GREAT VIDEO!!! AMAZING!!!