Canon EOS R7 mirrorless APS-C camera, nature photographer reviews after one year use.

After One Year of Use, We Are Positive on the Canon EOS R7 for nature Photography

As nature photographers, we've been using the Canon EOS R7 for over a year now and we're very pleased with its performance. The camera's high burst rate, advanced autofocus system, and compact yet robust build make it particularly well-suited for wildlife, sports, and action photography also.

Specifications:

Dual Pixel CMOS AF II - 

AF that recognises and tracks people, animals and vehicles

-5 EV low-light focusing - 

Accurate focus in low-light conditions⁵

Collaborative IS - 

Combined body and lens stabilisation for up to 7 stops² (8 stops⁶ with some RF lenses)

15 fps with mech shutter and 30 fps with elec shutter - 

15 fps¹ for the ultimate in high-quality, high-speed shooting, and 30 fps⁴ for faster, silent shooting

32.5 megapixel APS-C sized sensor - 

The ideal balance of resolution, speed and low-light performance

Photos at up to ISO 32,000. Video at ISO 12,800 - 

Extendable to ISO 51,200 (photos) and ISO 25,600 (video)

4K/30p and 4K/60p - 

High-quality 4K/30p video oversampled from 7K, and 4K/60p for the smooth reproduction of moving subjects

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Direct Wi-Fi connection for uploads to the cloud

YouTube live streaming - 

Live stream to your YouTube channel³

2.36 million dot EVF - 

With 60/120 fps selectable refresh rate

7.5cm 1.62-million dot Vari -

Angle Touchscreen - Take a different view of your subject

DIGIC X processor - 

Responsive control and minimal EVF lag

Can charge through USB-C -

Minimum/maximum charging power required by the device: 7.5 W

Features

The 32.5 MP APS-C sensor, coupled with Canon's Dual Pixel AF II technology, excels at subject tracking, which is essential for capturing sharp images of fast-moving subjects. We've found the autofocus to be reliable and responsive, allowing us to keep our subjects in focus even in challenging conditions.

The EOS R7 also offers several practical features that enhance its usability, such as dual UHS-II SD card slots, weather sealing, and a comfortable grip that's reminiscent of Canon's DSLR lineage. The vari-angle touchscreen and familiar Canon menu system make the camera easy to navigate and customize to our preferences.

While the camera performs admirably in various shooting conditions, we have noticed that it struggles somewhat in low-light scenarios compared to full-frame models. Additionally, the limited native RF-S lens lineup remains a limitation, though the camera's compatibility with RF, EF, and EF-S lenses via adapters helps to mitigate this issue.

Despite these minor drawbacks, the EOS R7's versatility, including its ability to record un-cropped 4K/60p video, makes it a strong contender in the APS-C mirrorless market, especially considering its competitive price point. We believe the camera is suitable for a wide range of photographers, from enthusiasts to professionals, and offers excellent value for those seeking a capable and versatile mirrorless camera.

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