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- I recently purchased a used 7D from eBay. This video is about my opinion on it and if I think it holds up. Spoiler alert: It's a pretty great camera.
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I. Upgraded. To a Nikon d500 a few years ago, but the pictures I got from my Canon 7D were fantastic. It was a very good camera.
It is a great camera still today 😊
7D is like your old friend. New friends keep coming and bringing something new. Yeah, they are fresh and have something new to talk about. Yet, sometimes they lack something and it kinda annoys you. In the end, you come back to your old friend and your friend just waits for you there patiently.
Definitely. It's a joy to shoot.
Nicely described.
Hey @NoPro Joe i have a canon Eos7D, it was from my father, he actually didnt use it for a long time and it had been sitting for a long time in the storage room. I am 18 years old and i am done with school, i am going next Year to Austria for snowboard teaching. I really want to start photography in Austria but first i need to learn how to use it. I think the camera has the wrong settings bc its acting a bit weird when i take pictures and i dont realy know how to use it. Is there a way you can help me use it ? If there is, I would be very greatefull. Regards from belgium. Jordy
@@NoProJoe i texted you
@@xxgamefriendsxx2254 if you have an Instagram, feel free to DM me dude!
Still own and shoot with 2 Canon 7D's. Hell I still have a 20D that works amazing. Great to see people picking them back up and shooting them.
I couldn’t agree more. These cameras are definitely still relevant in 2021. When used properly you can capture amazing images.
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Due to its unmatched strengths; I bought two used 7D bodies early this year. Now happily shooting wildlife as an enthusiast. Had I been a pro, I would still be using this camera. It's great in all departments. Previously I used 50D and 70D for this purpose, they were also great. Tried the 7DII as well. But somehow, I preferred 7D over all the others for wildlife photography.
It's a great swiss army knife of a camera.
iv just sold my panasonic fz1000 bridge camera - i had previously owned fuji stuff but sold that because the lenses were just far too expensive for me as a hobbyist to justify - iv had a good couple of years with the bridge camera and im at the point were i want a larger sensor and the ability to swap lenses etc for shooting motorsports - i was going to buy a canon m50 but then iv been looking at the 7d mk2, a7ii, d750 and so on that sort of level - the 7d is REALLY cheap i can pick up a mint example from MPB for around £175 and then put the £ towards a USM 100-400 or 75-200 f2.8 - i was looking through flickR and came across some albums of motorbiking at the track shot on the original 7d and my god, the files are SERIOUSLY CLEAN!
The Canon 7D was the first camera I ever bought back in 2008 if I remember correctly and still remains the only DSLR camera I have ever bought. It is a solid beast and survived travelling with me to more than 20 countries and has produced some beautiful timelapses over the years, hoping it sticks around a lot longer.
It is a work horse of a camera. Thank you for sharing.
It's what I got, better than nothing and it's 2023. Thanks for the video.
To add to my 40D, just bought a 7D with three lens and ton of filters, bag, batteries, chargers, etc for $350. Sweet.
I still use my Canon 7D for over 10 years even though I now have a 5D M4. The 7D is still the camera I shoot the most and most often. All genres, from portraits, macros, flowers, sports... It's very good. With 7D you can take advantage of cheap Canon lenses but give good image quality like Canon 55 250 stm, Sigma 17 50 F2.8, Canon 50 f1.4...
The Sigma 17-50mm is my all time favorite APS-c lens. I used that lens for almost everything.
Thanks Joe, I'm still using my 7D for surf photography and getting amazing results. I love my mirrorless but just doesn't feel the same as one of these old tanks.
I agree, there is just something great about using an old DSLR. Thank you!
What was the ShutterCount sir?
@@Met845 The one I bought had 9400 clicks on it. :)
@@NoProJoe ty sir. How about 50sc more or less? Still relevant?
@@Met845 I'm not sure what 50sc is. Sorry.
Still using my original 7D I bought back in 2009 on a daily basis. Lots of use in the field and still going..
It’s definitely a professional grade camera for the long haul 👍
@@NoProJoe absolutely. 👍
I love my Canon 7d and can't force myself to part with it. I own and shoot with a Canon 5d Mark ii and shoot with that as my primary camera. I also own a few nice lenses that don't work with full frame cameras such as the 5d Mark ii, so I use them on my 7d.
So funny… I can definitely relate. I have the Canon R7, 90D, 6D Mark II and the 7D. I still find myself often reaching for the 7D. If I need squeeze some higher quality pictures, I typically bracket one up and one down and do HDR in post. I have gotten some amazing results - of course on still subjects. The 7D just feels comfortable - it is better balanced with heavier lenses. Lastly, this is a pro camera with weather sealing, and pared with a weather sealed lens is my first choice in bad weather situations. The 18 MP sensor is enough for most needs and provides exceptional dynamic range for a crop sensor. Just a fun camera!!!
I agree it’s built like a tank and fun to shoot with 👍
I have had my 7D since it came out. I am STILL using it almost daily. I still use it for video as well. This thing is STILL a beast and I feel will still be on the top end of the spectrum of the flooded camera market.
It definitely does everything you need it to do. 👍
would you buy it now? iv just sold my panasonic fz1000 bridge camera - i had previously owned fuji stuff but sold that because the lenses were just far too expensive for me as a hobbyist to justify - iv had a good couple of years with the bridge camera and im at the point were i want a larger sensor and the ability to swap lenses etc for shooting motorsports - i was going to buy a canon m50 but then iv been looking at the 7d mk2, a7ii, d750 and so on that sort of level - the 7d is REALLY cheap i can pick up a mint example from MPB for around £175 and then put the £ towards a USM 100-400 or 75-200 f2.8
@@s1dew1nd3r4 if I found one with relatively low shutter clicks and in good shape, I absolutely would buy another one. When I severed a wire in the flash area and shorted out the logic board, instead of buying a newer lesser model for cheaper, I spent almost $800 to fix my 7D. I have even contemplated buying a 7D MkII to compliment my current camera. There are only a few DSLR Canon cameras that are better than the 7D, but the price jump is pretty substantial
My 7D's are still my work buddies for sports photography and 1080p video. You can have an old car, and it still does what you want it to do!.
Definitely! 💯
Great summary, thanks. A friend just gave me one as he no longer used it. Wow, I love it. Back into photography after a 20-year break. So looking forward to the next vacation :)
That’s great! Vacation sounds awesome. I know I can never wait for mine.
What a pleasant video. Thank you, Joe. It was nice to hear you.
Thank you!
I bought the EOS 77d in 2023 because I really want to have an SLR camera again to go with my mirrorless R6M2. I think that these cameras are still very good and take beautiful pictures for landscapes, portraits are enough. I also like the shutter sound.
Absolutely 👍 they are great cameras
Hello Joe, I also have a 7d. It's great. I was long time thinking about to upgrade to the 7d mk2, but all the tests I read showed me that the differerence is too little. And yes, I have some M-model, the original M, the M50, but their big advantage is for travel. The moments to shoot with the 7d are unique. (BTW, I have also the 300d (Eos Rebel), a 40d and a 50d). The 40d and the 50d are still good cameras too. The 7d works great also with the STM Lenses. Joe thank you for the video, I fully agree with you about the 7d!
There is a lot of life in those old cameras. The image quality is still as great as it was when they were new. They just lack all the new bells and whistles which many people do not need. I really liked my 7D MII. It was a beast of a camera. The original 7D isn't far behind it though.
True bro
@@NoProJoe I'm considering the 7D mk 2, only for the better low light performance, I've heard some punters say that it's even better than the 5D mk 2 for high ISO performance? But do I really need it, most of the time I'm shooting in daylight.
@@timeverett5738 I had a mark 2. The files were amazing, even compared to the mark 1. Very recoverable and high iso was great.
Thank you for the review, I just bought one with 25000 shutter, your video makes me feel good about the purchase.
25,000 actuations is only about a 10th of the shutter life. It should be good for a while. Enjoy!!
Got a great deal with my 7D from Craigslist. Came with a Tamron 70-300mm a 16mm and a lowepro bag. 350 total but at first it looked like the built in flash was broken so I bargained, got it for 300 and ended up just dusting the flash mechanism and it works like brand new.
That's awesome. Its and amazing camera! Beats the death out of a t6 for the same price.
Just got one, with 4 lenses (a couple original) and a backpack and I look forward to using it
Get out there and enjoy it. It’s a great kit.
I got it used about 3 years ago best money I've ever spent in gear. I've been satisfied with it for a long time and I wish they had continued the 7D series because its body quality is unmatched by anyone to this day.
■ The body is just indistructible and I love that.
■ It has almost every command that you need on the back of the camera as a button (much more agile to operate).
■ Image quality is still very good if you're not too serious (to today's standard).
Some limitations I came to struggle with:
■ Low light performance is not great (forget about ISO 500+ if you want quality). Sensor is the same one as the low-end DSLRs.
■ Autofocus is fast but not always accurate.
■ 18 MP today is really not great. Nowadays cameras have 30+ MP sensors and the difference becomes pretty evident after cropping, especially if you share your photos on the web, where files will be compressed.
Other things that don't bother me personally but can be not ideal are:
■ Video and audio quality are bad.
■ Its weight and bulkyness can be annoying when travelling: it takes a lot of space in the bag.
■ Because it's so heavy it can be difficult to balance on a tripod that is not too sturdy.
Other considerations:
■ Photographers tend to keep them so they're not too easy to find and if you find them, the shutter count is probably going to be really high so be sure to always check that before buying.
■ It only works with CF memory cards which are not easy to find outside photography stores (where everything is very overpriced).
■ I heard (but never experienced) that it has pretty bad rolling shutter artifacts if you shoot very fast-moving subjects.
I would rather take a 7D mkII. That's better on any level and has the same DSLR feeling and perfect body quality and has been around for 5 fewer years (so you'll find lower shutter counts) though it's still not cheap, it's even heavier, and it's still a DSLR which is dead technology (sadly) that you shouldn't invest too much on at this point.
It’s definitely an old camera and Is definitely getting extremely long in the tooth. That being said for the price you would be hard pressed to find a comparable camera at its price point. If you can work within the limitations of its age and technology it make a pretty good companion. Great list! There are definitely some challenges with this body but I’d take it over a T6i or T6/7 just for functionality. Another compelling choice is the 70d. The price point is way down and with dual pixel auto focus it’s a strong contender. Thank you for sharing.
@@NoProJoe Oh, yeah, definitely I would choose it over T6/7. In fact I bought a 7D used to upgrade from one of those cameras. The functions and commands on the 7D are a joy to use.
I just came back to work with my 9 year old 7D and as you said - I LOVE the sound of the shutter and the feel of holding a real thing in my hand. I put the sony mirrorless (RX100M6) back into the drawer after using only the Sony last three years. Thanks !!!!
They are definitely fun cameras to use and continue to be great tools. I believe it is for that reason that dslrs will continue to be around for quite a while. The good news is they’ll more than likely be a deep discounted prices.
@@NoProJoe do you see lenses' costs drop down too ?
@@hananirapoport lenses usually stay pretty steady. Fortunately EF glass can be found for reasonable prices.
@@NoProJoe thanks 🙏🏼 may I ask another question- I’m trying to find the shutter count of the canon. I saw on Google I can do it with photoshop but it didn’t work. Any idea for me? Thanks again for helping
@@hananirapoport try this
www.dpreview.com/forums/post/34016364
"I cant explain why, but I just love it"
Me justifying shooting with my 5D classic today. These old pro Canon dslrs from the 2000s all had beautiful sensors.
Definitely the 5D classic is a great photo tool!
Spot on. Cameras like 7D, 5DII, 1DIV are never old. I use them for still photography purposes, they are second to none. MILCs are great but I don't want to ditch my DSLRs and replace them with mirrorless cameras. Simply because, it's not needed.
I bought two used 7Ds at 300 dollars apiece last .year with around 20k shutter count each. I just love using them all the time. Moreover, they have so much shutter life left. In fact, the MILC fever is great advantage for hobbyist photographers like me. We are getting great gears cheap and enjoy photography more than before.
I'm not into videos so, least concerned about that feature. However, when I record few casual videos; I use a handycam or smartphone.
Thank you for the video.
The used market is a great place to pick up these gems. People bought them and never used them. Now you can negotiate a pretty fabulous price for a top of the line (albeit old tech) camera. I love it. Savvy buyers can snag some pretty good deals.
@@NoProJoe, the 7D shutter sound is also sweet.
@@quazisanjeed6395 definitely a solid click
picked up a 7D (~7k shutter count) as a starter camera off ebay this week for a little under $130, glad to see it still holds up 🫡
It’s a great camera. Enjoy 😊
I still use my 7d to this day, why because it works and I find tracks better then most and the auto focus right on the money, yep that's about what I paid $1,700 for it new back in the day, there is a vary good reason why I hung on to this camera all Theas years! because its still a grate DSLR and out shoots most others in its price range, depending on what lens youse you can photograph most any thing with it, thank you, love your post.
You just can't beat the classics. The 7D was far ahead of its time. Thank you for sharing.
Hi Joe, Im a freelance photographer for the Chicago Sun-Times and I have always used this camera for all my assignments, from features to spot news to sports this camera is great! I sometimes have issues with grain while shooting basketball if the lighting in the gym is bad. The video is great also, there were times when I had to shoot 5 minutes of video for the paper and it was perfect. I dont plan on upgrading because this camera is perfect for what I do. There are so many features on this camera I've just started experimenting.
It’s definitely a great tool, especially for what you use it for. If you end up with super grainy images from high ISO DXO PURE RAW is amazing at cleaning up grainy images. I was amazed by the results.
love my 7D and still have my old 30D that thing has been through so much love it!!
There is absolutely nothing wrong with the older models. They still capture as good of images as the did when they were new. 👍
When I started moving back to DSLR from Mirrorless I got better glass, but went originally went with a 6D for full frame. When I got my EXC+ Tamron SD 70-200mm f2.8 I ended up tossing a 7D in the cart for around $250. Camera and lens both cost what the Tamron SD 24-70mm f2.8 I bought new. In other words, for what I had to spend on two lenses new, I got one lens new, one like new, and the 7D. I use the 6D for its full frame and low light abilities. I have the 7D for faster shooting and if I need to take advantage of the cropping. The 7D is a lot of camera for a few hundred. Depending on your uses I think the 7D and the 5D classic are serious bargains. Spend the big money on the glass.
My 7D is still good. Some day I'll buy the upgraded, all new super digital A.I. Mark whatever, but right now, no hurry.
Good review.
It’s a great camera. No need to upgrade 👍
I know what you mean about that intangible feeling, the emotional connection. Why do some of us love old British motorcycles? Compared to a modern motorbike they are crude. But, but…they sound & feel right. Nostalgia or something deeper? Same with a clattery SLR, just something…
While not state of the art anymore. It's still a great camera that will take a beating and deliver more than acceptable image quality. 👍 Good analogy, just like riding a classic motorcycle.
Good Morning & Thank You For This Review Sir!
I am so tired of hearing tech-spec(s) reviews.
My SL1, after 7 years, has finally entered the replacement phase. I love(d) this camera so much!
This has come 2 months before graduation photo season, and im already filled up, and feel the anxiety as far as what to do. Two days ago, i began shopping.
Tje SL2, used, is INSANE in the resale arena. 3, 4, and 5 hundred. Nuts ! I dont care about video at all, and only used tjat feature maybe two times in 7 years.
I only care about color and quality, and dont want to pay for features i dont need, just to get image quality. Next thing i know, im sucked into "whats popular" for my price range (no more than 300) and feel completely tea-bagged by tech-specs and people who only want to sound "smart" and popular.
I discovered the 7D, and when i saw the resale value, i freaked out! I thought they were broken, but quite the opposite!!
Sir, i wish there was a way I could convey how much i enjoyed watching a non fluff, humble point of view review, about a camera.
Thank You!
I am an (word of mouth) outdoor/indoor, nude natural light photographer. No glam, no reflectors etc. Its very difficult to find reviews of that subject matter, without glam, bells, and wistles being intertwined, so i relay on the color and quality info, and you spoke it perfectly.
I feel its like wildlife photography, shooting bambie in forrest, or a little chipmonk in just the right spot, with that once in a while perfect lighting situation.
Reviews about still photography, color, and quality, i feel are becoming more rare and hard to find.
Sorry for the long essay, im just burnt from fluff and pride videos!
Thumbs Up From Iowa Sir 😁
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Im picking up the 7D for sure now! 😊
You’ve got a lot of models to choose from. Sl2,sl3,t6i,t7i,t6s,7d,7dii,5D,5Dii,6d,70D,80D etc…. It goes in and on. 7D is a good all around choice. If you’re doing mostly portraits you might want to look into a used 6D, or 5Dii. Best of luck to you 😀
@@NoProJoe
Good Morning Sir!
Thank You Very Much For Your Response! When I saw that list, i nearly had a panic in my limbic cortex! lol
Luckily, i got my bearings straight. All my lenses, i had invested in, are for Canons crop sensor. I love my Irix and Sigma art lenses, and to replace those would kill me. lol
I have Pugalistica Dementia. This unfortunately creates disorganized dialog, and my apologies for not being clear.
As I stated, i love(d) my SL1, and its color rendering. Because of having to replace it for work purposes, and not having the ability to cram knowledge as i once could, with difficulty to ananylize every option; what would be options (from your point of view) a next step up camera? Just noise, and clean color rendering?
I am thankful for family willing to help me out, thus giving myswlf a bit bigger of a window to choose from!
Coffee Cheers To A Good Morning Sir 😊
@@sheldonmurphy6031 It's great to have a family support system. Best of luck in your hunt for your next camera. Cheers!
Got a 7D around the same time with just 8000 miles on the clock for about £250. Mint! The reason being I sold my old 40D that I used for outdoor horse events and found my full frame 6D somewhat lacking in terms of losing the reach with my 70-200mm lens and the 4FPS was a bit crap. The 7D fixes that for outdoor action events. The only annoyance I find is its slow to pump multiple shots to the compact flash. I have a fast 32GB 120MB/s Sandisk Extreme card in it but it really takes its time.
It will get it done all be it slower than the newest systems. :)
I bought my 7D second hand in 2010. I have used it to shoot many bands, and artists, including Ed Sheeran, and still use it now.
It's a wonderful camera for professional use. Built like a tank.
Awesome video my friend 👍👍👍👍👍 the original never gets old.
Definitely a classic.
I got the 7D when it first came out and still have it :) I have taken some great and memorable photos with this beast. I have a lot of cameras from Hasselblad, Nikon, Fuji, Sony etc. And I will never sale this beast.....
It’s definitely a beast. You feel as if you can hammer nails with it lol 😂 oh and it has great image quality.
Another great video Joe. Sticking with my 90D I bought a year ago, just because i'm so used to the weight and size in my hands, but think this will probably be my last DSLR. I will probably do exactly the same and leave it around with a long lens attached once I move to mirrorless in a few years time.
90D is an awesome camera. Eons ahead of the 7D. Definitely a great all around workhorse of a camera. I wanted a feature rich wildlife camera without the price tag and the 7D fit the bill. I love my EOS R but as awesome as the autofocus is it is a bit slow to grab fast moving objects in my opinion. Thanks for watching Tony!
I used to own a 7D...loved it! Then I sold it, hate that part!! I bougth a 70D and a 6D. Both are great for their own things. But the shutter sound on the 7D!! :) I now just bought a mint 5D MK2 for 180 USD! I used that camera for years when I was shooting professionally. Ok, the old cameras lack in some features, but the image quality is the same, 15 years later. And at ridiculous prices! :)
Agreed 👍 the old bodies still shine bright.
Still using my original 7D and have a new 7D MII. I like the nomenclature of these cameras.
Just bought one yesterday with 2 batteries charger and short based lens for $225. I think i got more than i bargained for. My wifes loving it.
That's awesome! these cameras are so worth the cheap money they are selling for these days,
@@NoProJoe Yea man. Not a bad deal for the quality it puts out. Somehow taking inside pics in the dark with flash was turning out terrible until i turned to manual mode. I need a booklet it seems.
@@markstewart8171 You can download the manual from the Canon website
I didn't select this video to hear about all your unicorn "M" series gold, just the 7D, thanks!
Unicorn M series gold lol 😂
I just bought one of these after using a 40D and a Lumix LX100 for years, I mainly do street photography, the 40D was good enough for me, the main thing that attracted me to the 7D was the 100% viewfinder, not had chance to use it properly yet, but love the feel of it, and love that viewfinder. Been after one for a while actually but the ones Ive seen up until now have been well battered. The one I got is like a new camera, less than 2k shutter count!!! for £235 english pounds!!! "The photographer is the instrument, not the camera" - Eve Arnold.
Nice score. I hope you enjoy it
After a 2006 30D, used a 40D from 2012 to last year when i got lucky on a 7DII for €300 from someone who wanted a good place for it.. and elsewhere an ef-s 15-85mm for €200.
I really do like mirrorless as they do tend to lower the prices of used DSLRs a lot (for no good reason imho.)
Actually the 40D was perfect, but the 7D OVF is amazing and that is my main point for it.
Watched all the mirrorless blah blah and finally said: no! Getting an awesome OVF and simrthing close to 40D colors.
Those old school pro bodies felt nice and heavy.
There is definitely a solid feel that comes along with a tank built DSLR.
I'm just like you, I love the shutter sound , so I'm a fan of DSLR
The mirror flapping is a satisfying sound. 👍
I have had a 7d for about 7 months now and it's really great. The auto focus is not that great compared to newer mirrorless cameras but the quality if the image is unbeatable.
Exactly, but in the end the image you get is the ultimate goal. Thanks for sharing.
I am an aritst, painter and drawer. and i like capturing moments, trying compositions and angles (y'know, doing photography lol) so when i later check on the files... there's a lot of material to pick up from, but when something catches my attention, it brings out ideas of how to paint it. and i paint it, or draw it, full of excitement and determination to get that art piece done to bring out the excitement of the simplicity life has underneath, i'm in love with that.
So after that little monologue.. i use a canon eos m100, i used the kit lens, but indoors it did not work all so well, so i picked up the 22mm f/2 pancake lens, as it was my favorite focal distance in the kit lens, and so far i've LOVED it, though i do miss something more telephoto, while keeping general usage possibility still in hand, things and people further off from me rather than things that closeby me. my dogs, my family, friends... appreciating what's not directly in your life is good. so the sigma 56mm f/1.4 might just do that greatly well... from what i've researched, it'll be a little narrower than the kit lens at 45 but with way sharper and a much larger aperture, perfect!!
After that another monologue... currently i've been, highly questioning what would be good, for wildlife photography, i thought adapting a ef 200mm f/2.8 to my m100 and getting 320mm, but something didnt felt right about it. i think, whenever i'm making a dedicated living for myself with art, i will get a 7d/7d mark ii, and maybe that same sigma 150-600mm lens... for the reasons you present, having a separate experience from my regular photography, which kind of makes me excited for that possibility in the future! your canon m100 video was one of the most important ones that lead me towards getting it as my first camera, which for it's size, the kind of things i do, and the results i get... i hope to use it for MANY years to come! you're a very genuine person and what you bring to the table here in youtube is something to truly love!! ^^
Thank you very much. I try to give my honest opinion and connect my usage to how the average person may approach it. The M100 is a great camera. If you can get past its canary size you'll find the heart of an eagle. To me the 7D is a camera that was way ahead of its time, thus it fits in with todays usage just fine. Having a dedicated telephoto camera has been wonderful. I love it! It's always ready for the job it's tasked for. I set it for tracking servo, 1/1250 shutter, f8, and auto ISO. At that point for most situations its grab and go. I love that you use your photography as the basis for your artwork. That's a really smart way of approaching it. You see the scene, you capture it, and then you paint or draw it. BRILLIANT! Thank you for sharing and keep creating!
Great video. Very informative. I enjoyed it. It is a fantastic camera indeed, even in 2021, still very usable at a very good price.
Thank you. I’m glad you found it informative. It is definitely a camera worthy of a second look.
So glad I was able to find my 7d right before the covid price hike on everything, was able to grab my 7d body for $95
That was a steal!!! A great body for a point and shoot price. I love it! Thanks for sharing.
Great video. Hate new camera snobbery. This nails it. 7D is old but blimey it's still a serious machine.
Definitely, it's a brilliant camera with a lot of technology for its release date.
I'm convinced, one cannot be a casual videographer or cinematographer. It's a full time activity in its own right. Therefore, I've decided, since I'm a nature photographer since 2009, I will remain so.
Doing sporadic videos here and there actually doesn't make sense. Because that never tells a story. A cinematographer is a cinematographer when he/she is able to tell a story through his/her work. And for that purpose; full-time commitment and dedication are necessary.
That's the reason why I would rather leave it to those who are seriously committed to that cause.
I love my 7D, I've only had it for a couple of years, and I'll keep it for years to come. I had shot with a 10.1 mp Rebel Xs since 2008 and when it finally died (my fault, nothing went wrong with the camera) I knew when I took it out of the box that it was a worth the money when it was new, even tho I only paid a fraction of what it cost then. I've recently bought a 5D mk II, and have my eye on a 5D Classic and 6D in the next couple of years. I doubt if I'll ever switch to anything else for still photography.
All the models you mentioned are great solid cameras with great image quality. In the right hands not many could tell the difference in the final products. 👍
@@NoProJoe I can't tell the difference between my 7D and 5D Mark II.
@@freemanchrisx for me the only time I noticed the difference between ff and crop images was during editing. The ff images always seemed to have more detail and the files were more push able in my opinion.
I bought the D7 and man what a beautiful heavy weight workhorse…it just looks like a man’s camera, very nice pictures and people ask where I got it…
It’s an absolute tank. I believe you could hammer nails with it.
I have the 7d until now at 2022.and good performance still like new and shutter count total at 7k .the best 7d
It’s definitely still a great camera.
@@NoProJoe dear sir.make a 7d setting pro tutorial video 😊✌
@@longkedah that’s a tough one. There are so many settings for so many different situations. There’s no one good setting. It all depends on the subject and conditions
I've got mine a few months back for 140 bucks shipped US>RU. 140. Can you imagine? 😳
It didn't turn on (blinking battery), I had to perform an extensive repair work - the main issue was a loose power board connector, but then a shutter err 20 appeared, so I dismantled the sensor... I'd rather not get it if I knew what's next! But now I only need to calibrate the sensor, and this "clack-clack" in 8 fps is breathtaking! 😜
Low DR is an issue, and the noises at high iso too. But the handling is great anyway!
There definitely are a few drawbacks to the older technology. I found running the files through Topaz denoiser cleans them up brilliantly. I hope you enjoy your new old camera :)
@@NoProJoe I only have to calibrate it now somehow which is making the adventure full of adrenaline 😃
@@ЭтоДрючинский Keep the heart pumping :)
Hello Joe. I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed your video about the canon 7D.
I did check eBay and there are some great deals available for the 7D. I had purchased one when the 7D came out. I mainly took photos at air shows, nature, and many trips to Gettysburg battle field. I still have my 7D and I am looking forward to become a more knowledgeable photographer. With the Canon 7D prices as low as they are, I will be looking for another 7D as a backup. Thanks again for a great video and looking forward to future videos.
Stephen X. Brown
I’m glad you enjoyed the video. The 7D is a great camera and I hope you get out there and make some great images with it. Cheers!!
Whenever a mirrorless is in hands I always feel that something isn't correct. 7D is a beast and still loving it
It is quite a beast. I feel like if you used the 7D for a hammer it would be ok (but don’t try it lol 😂) The LUMIX G9 feels the most DSLR ish to me. The grip and it’s slightly heftier weight give it that feeling. Of course you don’t have the massive lenses adding weight either.
@@NoProJoe Indeed. Make more videos and subscribed
Mine will be here Monday. Cannot wait.
It is truly a great camera for its age. 👍
The 7D was never really meant for making video, though the capability was included as a sort of afterthought. Mine has shot loads of stills, but very little video. I'm here this evening because I want to start making basic videos, and I need some "encouragement" to use my 7D first before researching something more appropriate for video.
In its day the 7D was used a good bit for video. The main issue with shooting video with it is that you have to manual focus or set the auto focus before starting the video. It works fine for locked off video on a tripod or quick clips that you have pre focused. There is an art to manual focusing for action shots. It can definitely be done but practice is a must. The files are easy to work with in a good video editor like Final Cut Pro. The iPhone is probably a much easier tool to use daily for quick video that doesn't need a larger zoom range.
I LOVE IT TOO!!!
BTW, the Canon 7D and EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-56 IS STM is an excellent combo for travel photography. It covers a bit of everything. When I'm travelling; this is the combo hanging on my shoulder.
Definitely, the 18-135mm is a great all around apsc lens.
iv just sold my panasonic fz1000 bridge camera - i had previously owned fuji stuff but sold that because the lenses were just far too expensive for me as a hobbyist to justify - iv had a good couple of years with the bridge camera and im at the point were i want a larger sensor and the ability to swap lenses etc for shooting motorsports - i was going to buy a canon m50 but then iv been looking at the 7d mk2, a7ii, d750 and so on that sort of level - the 7d is REALLY cheap i can pick up a mint example from MPB for around £175 and then put the £ towards a USM 100-400 or 75-200 f2.8 - i was looking through flickR and came across some albums of motorbiking at the track shot on the original 7d and my god, the files are SERIOUSLY CLEAN!
It’s definitely a good choice. Especially in brightish outdoor settings. It was the premier sports camera when it launched next to the 1D
7D is the cheap deal today. I just got one for $139 delivered from ebay. it's hard to go wrong at that price!
Nice score! Enjoy!
I got it new when it came out, and it was terrible in low light, but when there is good light it's magic. And I made a video on it that still looks amazing today. the video looks like film! I uprezed it to 4K and it looks just like film. I'm going to pull it out and do some vid and pics with it .
It’s a great camera 👍
Example….fairly easy to find a great condition 7d fully working for around £200 from 2008. They don’t build them like that anymore unfortunately
Been using my 7D since I bought it in 2013. Will never part with it. My best work has been shot with that camera.
It’s definitely a beast of a camera.
I use mine mostly for sport photography and wildlife whenever I get the opportunity
It’s a great sports camera!
I bought a 7d for about $80 after I sold the lens that it came with. Beast of a camera.
Definitely a good deal 👍
Canon 7D has an awesome wheel dial it makes me drool.
The rear dial does feel more natural than a second top dial.
I've been using my "trusty dusty' Canon 7D for years. Still happy with it.
It’s built like a truck and I’m sure it will continue to create great images.
A great camera, still have it, used it sometimes..love it
Great camera!
Love my 7D ..it's awesome
Oh and my old Canons have lasted like crazy , serious awesome build quality unless I got lucky.
My personal experience with Canon is that they have a very long life.
Great video Joe; with this video, you've really persuaded me to get one; however, what are your thoughts on people saying that the images that come out of the 7D tend to be on the soft side?; I'd love to hear your experience of the camera's sharpness quality.
Sharpness is generally effected by the lens you choose, your shutter speed, and ISO level. This is an older camera body with a lower high ISO threshold. That being said I had no complaints with the sharpness of the images. Basically a Canon L lens will resolve much better than an 18-55mm kit lens. However, even the kit lens can resolve a beautiful image in the right light. Everything is subjective.
nobody mentioned that you can turn it into an even higher tier pro camera with Magic Latern custom firmware. Im still learning all the features.
I played with Magic Lantern for a while. I never had great success with it. I know many have. For me it was a lot more work than it was worth. It is definitely a cool option though.
OMG I've had my 7D for at least a decade and I didn't know it was old. lol. I have a RED Scarlet Mx. I didn't know that was considered so old too. Yipes!! haha.
Great review. Would the 7D be good for Sports Photography with a 70-200 Tamron lens? Thanks in advance.
Definitely. Like I mention in the video it is an older camera now but still very capable.
@@NoProJoe Thank you for your help. Thanks for the videos, terrific job.
Of course it's Great combination
Great review! Thank you! Would you recommend this for event photography?
By todays standards it’s high ISO performance is sub-pare. However, if you use Topaz or DXO denoiser the photos come out really nice. With a flash no one will know the difference between it and a new model. The lenses you use make all the difference in the world. Fast L prime lenses and it is a fast shooting capture the moment beast in my opinion.
@@NoProJoe thank you 😊
@@multemedia anytime :)
They are bargains, if you keep the ISO clean and below
Do the 7d have that nice color you get out of the 5d classic-5d3 and 6d?
How is it to shoot Indoor sport? 🤔
Thanks for a great review!
The RAW color is classic Canon. As far as indoor sports go you'll definitely need fast lenses because the ISO noise is not as well controlled on the older models. However, I'm quite certain that many indoor sports photos have been taken and published from 7Ds.
Thanks, Joe, interesting video! I use my 70D for wildlife and BIF. I was thinking of changing it for a 7D Mark II, but it is still a little bit expensive. How do you compare the 70D to the original 7D for wildlife?
That's a tough one. The 70D is a pretty nice camera. The only thing the 7D may have over it are better weather sealing, build quality, faster burst shooting, and slightly more customizable. I would save a bit and search eBay for a Mark II. It will be a definite upgrade to you 70D. That's my opinion. I love the 7D. If you're going to use it as a dedicated bird camera and not your everyday shooter it might be worth the small investment. The Mark II is a better all around camera but that comes with a price.
@@NoProJoe thanks!
So glad I never sold mine 😊
Definitely a keeper 👍
Great commentary. Very helpful.
Thank you I'm glad it was helpful.
i just threw magic lantern on my ol trusty 7d and am shooting 2k raw video...looks amazing. its incredible, really!
Magic Lantern is a pretty great tool when it isnt glitching out. I didn't install it on my 7D but I did on most of my other Canons when applicable.
I had an 80D that someone stole. And so I was looking around and picked up a 7D and a 5D mk3 and omg the 7D for 250 was a steal
It definitely is. Low price, good quality, and long service life. Triple threat. 👍
Technology may have improved in digital mirrorless cameras but in retrospect smaller can’t survive a fall better video but don’t forget what a camera is for and that is photos Just picked up a 7D for 200 Cad with little accusations can’t wait for it to come in Mirrorless cameras to me are just that not an improvement or better technology than older Dslrs
I definitely love the features found in mirrorless cameras. They are evolving with the market. But the DSLR is a wonderful purpose built tool. The 7D is definitely a value choice without compromise. Best of luck have fun wit it its a great camera.
great new review of an oldie. I actually bought this new in 2010 then life got in the way so because it was fancy at the time it stayed in the box with a new canon 70-200 f2.8 lens also! Gone back to it recently as opposed to my older eos 30d which was the one i kept using if the need arose..yea i don't know why either! Anyway i just wondered if you could advise, I'm looking at the sigma contempory 150-600 lens. will this work with a 10 year old 7d? If so will i be able to use all the features of the lens as apparently you update lens via usb these days! I'm been out of the game a while haha. Cheers
All the functions should work just fine. I use the 159-600 a lot with my 7D. It’s a great wildlife setup. You can buy the dock for updating it.
@@NoProJoe epic cheers Joe. Thanks for the amazingly fast response!
@@RailwayTavern anytime 👍 Cheers
my dad just brought me one. with an canon 100-400 lens and 10-20 sigma lens
Those are both very solid lenses. Enjoy!!!
@@NoProJoe I will
I've had this camera purchased new for over 8 years and am intimidated by it's functions still. Would love to know how to shoot NYC display windows at night with it???
A polarizing filter will help with glare from the glass and you’ll probably need a tripod to shoot low ISO long exposures. 👍
Hi I’m a somewhat beginner photographer, I’m still in high school but I have been taking photos since enter high school so 2/3 years ago I always used a rebel T3I and now I’m think to move to a 7D or a 6D since found both we almost same price which one should I get? I normally do car and sports photography
Definitely the 7D for sports photography. Its better at tracking, the crop factor gets you closer, and it has higher frames per second. If you can get the mark II I’d do that. The original is a fine camera too.
Just picked up one of these in the UK for £69 from a camera shop
That’s an amazing deal 🎊
That camera is shat in this day and age. I pulled it out of storage recently took photos and videos with it, everything was out of focus, edges of subject was soft. The videos look like they were taken from the 90s. You really need a lens with image stabilizer when shooting long range. You also need a fast lens like a 1.2 to make any decent image close range. And become a human tripod. Its a lot of work to get 1 decent image out of 20. The light meter sensor is innacurate, a lot of my subject end up overexposed in the scenes. You have to dim it 2 stops to get accurate light in the scene.
Sounds like you had a horrible experience with the ole 7d. Definitely not the camera for you. It is absolutely not for everyone. I would sell it for sure.
I've found myself "stuck" in two ecosystems one Sony the other Panasonic Lumix. It's remarkable i imagine because of cell phone cameras and GoPro/DJI to in a was i guess "remember actual cameras" which truly had an Arms Race going on up until a few Years ago when suddenly it seemed like everything cost $5000.00 US Dollars.
Not really taking pure play Photography *THAT* seriously i just started buying "actual cameras" most of which i still view as marketing gimmicks and novelties ... but at times so much extra is thrown in with the machine and since what I'm waiting for is wireless charging well why not in the meantime try out "camera junk"?
Seriously though it's obvious whether a Bridge Camera which i love or compact which i love or micro 4/3 which i love i have taken a serious look at the Canon ecosystem just to add to the "stable" because I agree... "I just saved myself $5000.00 us dollars which i can use for other material."
What i can't stand about Canon are the limited screen space on the back and the screen on top both of which "visually" i think show truly weak effort. Still i mean this was truly a War to stay relevant i think even true today so kind of "deductively" i agree...why not set it up for a specific type of shooting for a few hundred bucks?
Crazy not to given the over emphasis from cell phones in imagery and not having if any acoustical recording traits basically none at all.
I think reviewing the software editing that might be included is interesting as well.
The one Brand i haven't touched because I do think it's better than all of the rest from look and feel of screen, switches etc are Fuji Films but I've never really tried one out to know the difference only seen reviews. I will say this I've never done a Camera Review but if I ever did i think you're spot on... the *BASELINE* is video now meaning either a Red or a Black Magic or now yet again I'm seeing $1000.00 US Dollar Canon and Sony products specifically dedicated for shooting video so absolutely i think this is a great review of an item about pondering "what am i truly lacking here?" and I agree what's lacking is having a Daily Driver workhorse for non studio non professional use that still truly is a great camera.
I'm never going back to traditional film but oddly enough I've always kept an eye out for hand held VCR and 8mm as my personal view on Audio is that these two formats are *HIGHLY* underated even today.
Still like I said some of these amazing pure play digital video rigs are starting to appear now and that is "true cinematography" from what I can tell looking at them and what are used for attachments for lighting, audio, in screen editing etc. I've even got two Chinese Cameras which have touch screen which i love that but of course "one more thing to break" absolutely.
Didn't even enter into the crazy World of gimbals and "the perfect tripod" 😂😂😂😮😂
Great review!
I love these older cameras because they have so much to offer someone just getting into photography. They were used for professional work and are still very capable. These days I’ve downsized too Olympus. I have 2 bodies and an assortment of lenses. They serve all my purposes. Plus I’m not lugging around massive equipment all the time. It’s quite liberating. Thank you for sharing.
Hi, great video :-) , do you think it would be a good camera to use for interior photography?
It would be a fine interior camera. Paired with a Canon 10-18mm a tripod, and a flash or two it would also be pretty inexpensive too. For interior shots you can use longer shutter times an a tripod with lower ISO. I believe it would work just fine.
This video was great. I just picked up one of these. I had one in the past and now I bought it to give to my nephew. Is there a brand of batteries you would recommend for it? and a charger?
I’ve used the Wasabi batteries with pretty good luck. The best batteries are still the Canon branded ones for longevity add usefulness.
Very helpful, thank you.
I’m glad you found it helpful 😊
I want to get a better Bird Photo. Just ordered me a 7D :)
Its a bit pricey but the sigma 150-600mm is a beast on the 7D
Thanks!
Is it going to be good for music photography in small bars and venues with a 50mm 1.8? Will the AF be good enough?
It would do it but you probably would want to use a good noise reduction software in post processing. You’ll have to crank the ISO up. The 7d mii may be better suited. Indoor low light shooting is tough.
I love your canon lens
Well thank you.
@@NoProJoe welcome but if you have any of your old lens that you are not using pls I will love to have it
@@theImagemediaTv I just recently sold all of my Canon gear and have moved to Olympus. I’m very happy with my decision so far.
@@NoProJoe ok thanks…. I have 7d but the lens is faulty and now I don’t have money to get some that is why so if any one here can help me out I will be glad