Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR | Exclusive First Test

Sharper. Faster. Built for Action. Mark Horsburgh, Canon Master, puts the new Canon EOS 7D Mark II camera, to a live action sports photography test, in Queenstown, NZ.

High speed continuous shooting at up to 10 frames per second at full 20.2 megapixel resolution, plus a 65-point all cross-type auto focus system – you’ll never miss a moment, in sharp detail, with the EOS 7D Mark II.
Dual DIG!C 6 image processors, our fastest yet, give the EOS 7D Mark II enhanced image processing - a faster read out from the sensors, giving you quicker control.
Built for speed, with extreme power and performance, the EOS 7D Mark II takes your vision to unrivaled levels – especially for sports and wildlife photography.

Film by Abraham Joffe, Canon Master.

[velociraptor]

Well, I've recently bought the 7Dmkii, and coming from the original 7D, this new camera is fantastic. I loved using it. Totally worth the upgrade.

[uzaiyaro]

The amount of people complaining about the 7D II's video features astounds me. The 7D Mk II is a wildlife and sports camera first, and video camera second. if you want better video features, buy a video camera.

Don't complain that you've got an apple because you really wanted an orange.

[binexec]

What's up with all the amateurs in the comment section bitching about not having 4K video? This is a bloody still camera, and it's one hell of a fine camera for what it's intended for. If you want 4K, go buy an actual video camera and stop bitching about it. 

[EMB]

Kudos to Mark Horsburgh, I just got my 7D Mark II and I need to schedule time to visit action events and places similar to where he visited. Great Video! 

[Hardworkingize]

Well this was the right review i been looking for. Im buying the mark ii. Thanks canon.

[canonanz]

Sharper. Faster. Built for Action.
Introducing the Canon EOS 7D Mark II.

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[ceddybearr]

i will be getting me a 7D MK II, gotta have it.

[wongkeihang]

7D2 is expected to have no 4K video recording but 5D4 does.
For me, 7D2 is a great improvement in term of ISO control, and 65-point AF system with a f/2.8 compatible high precision dual-cross center AF point that also supports AF at f/8 is more or less even better than 5D3.
With a price less than US$2000, we cannot demand too much, right?

[lmarieanderson]

It's not what the camera can do it's the cinematographer behind the camera. All these comparisons a great cinematographer/videographer can make any camera look amazing. I'm sure this 7D markii would work wonders in the right persons hands regardless of 4k or a full sensor.

True videographers can work well with this camera.

[BoydCGeorge]

Some people are griping about the lack of 4K in this camera, but how many of them are actually considering the fact that very few people have a 4K display at home to view 4K material? What's the point shooting in a resolution that the vast majority of people can't view properly? 

[michaeldidomenico]

I love my 70D, but this is an awesome display. I guess I may have to think about upgrading in the near future.

[andrewrsnyder]

The 7d Mark II is obviously aimed towards action photography, if you don't like the specs then go buy your GH4 or NX-1. The 7d's focus is obviously NOT video. If your focus is that, then go buy another camera and stop complaining. 

[janesyb]

What other DSLRs have 4k video and why does it matter for a Camera aimed at the sports market, honestly it's almost as if some of you have nothing better to do other than post stupid spec related comments because you can't actually take decent photos.

[alrachid]

*I appreciate the video, hope to see more!*

[ЭтоДрючинский]

Sorry, Canon, 7D2 was my last hope too. Now...
For me, being a Canon fan for years, it's very sad moment. You stuck. Nothing what we really needed, for twice the price of original 7D. These cameras don't really differ so much to exuse sich a price.
No 4k. 60p? Even iPhone can do 120. No raw video or some reasonable video-codec at least. I guess sharpness will be on the same poor level. Sensetivity? We'll see...
I'm sad to say that, but you stuck in greed, you don't listen to us. You loose, and we loose. It least as long, as we stay with you.
Sorry again, but I consider moving to Sony.

[dannguyen]

Canon EOS 7D Mark II: I'm waiting for this to buy a camera.
I will use this camera to capture the moments of current contemporary life going on around me.

[Magnumproductions]

Great working on this film NZ is an amazing location

[michelthorn]

Une video intelligente, révélatrice, convaincante, bravo aux gens du marketing ! Toute une caméra .

[koelkast]

They took 4.5 years to come up with some fps and some extra focuspoints

[CaliberCure]

I am primarily interested in still photography. I currently own 2 canon 40d's and have a fair amount of money tied up in Canon lenses. I'm not a Canon fanboy, but I am excited about buying the 7D MKII, because "high" iso has been a real limitation for me with low light shooting, for which birds seem to just love showing up. I don't have a problem with people who have different needs or wants griping about certain missing features. It is extremely important that self-interest be communicated to the manufacturer of any product, so that the desires of individuals, however many or few they be, are heard by the company. That is how they learn what those who spend their hard-earned money want. In other words it gives a warning to them that some of their base users might just jump ship if they don't get their collective act together and push themselves to the top of the curve on product development and delivery in every aspect possible. While it is absolutely true that it's a big financial hit for a heavily invested Canon user to move to a different manufacturer, it is an equally big hit to Canon to lose a user who will potentially continue to spend significant money on another company's products. It does cut both ways, even if it is a much more personal hit to us financially. That said, not being a videographer, I'd rather have a system tailored to still photography, so that the cost of video features don't increase the price of the camera.

I think what we have here is a camera that is pretty clearly designed for sports and wildlife photography dabbling in video to an extent that is just tantalizing enough to generate some righteous backlash among those who have a wider repertoire than myself. I see no reason to revile those for whom this is a pleasant upgrade, or those who point out features that they feel should have been included. It would be nice to know how much it would realistically cost for the features to be added, but I've yet to see any estimates of any sort. If there are any engineers out there, please chime in. And whether you are a Canon user or not, best of luck in getting what you want in your equipment. Keep speaking up for your self-interest, because it gives them a chance to address concerns before you move to another company's product, and that's how the market works best. For some that boat has already sailed; for the rest, I guess we'll see.