7D Real!

[Daniel Browning]

Wow, the 7D looks like a great camera. I wish it were 12MP... [img]/emoticons/emotion-55.gif[/img]
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Why is that? It would have worse noise at low ISO (lower dynamic range), based on Canon's typical sensor design. (It might have slightly less noise at high ISO, but are you willing to trade dynamic range and resolution to get slightly better low light?)


Myth busted: smaller pixels have more noise, less dynamic range, worse diffraction, etc.


If it's because of the file size, then you should wish that Canon had better software, not less resolution. All the file size and processing speed issues have been solved already in other cameras and raw converters. (REDCODE is one example: 9.5 MP 12-bit raw files at less than 2 MB each.)

[Jon Ruyle]

The 1D series is already something special

I agree, peety3 (I own one, after all). I just meant that selling the 7D for $2000 might mean the bar will be raised.

[jeffersonposter]

7D, looks interesting. Read some of the specs. Like 8fps and 1.6 for sports (dual processors), 18mp is better than my 30D. Is IQ better than my 5D? Don't need the video. Like the 3'' display and super imposed grid etc. Think I will get a 1Ds MKII. Still think the 7D may be great. Will the new focus system be accurate (1D MKIII)?


JeffersonPoster

[Colin]

Looks like a real winner.


If I was in the means for a new camera, I'd jump on it.


But I'd want a 5D2 first...

[alexniedra]

Looks real impressive - But I still think I'll stick with my 40D and upgrade glass. Maybe 5D II/7D combo ultimately... []

[clemmb]

Is IQ better than my 5D?Think I will get a 1Ds MKII.

I too would like to see an IQ comparison between the 7D and 5D. I do prefer the perspective I get from a FF. My next upgrade will most likely be a 5DmkII maybe in a year.


I have seen several IQ comparisons 5D -vs- 1Ds mkII. Most show the IQ to be pretty close with the 1Ds being slightly sharper. Shootsmarter.com did a DSLR shootout several years ago with 8 cameras. It was controlled headshot, all cameras using the Tamron 28-75 f2.8. The images were printed on 16x20 for the judges to compare. The comparison was mostly focused at color, skin tone and contrast. The 5D came in first and the 1DmkII came in second. The 1DsmkII was close to last place even being beat out by the 30D. I downloaded the full file images and I agree the 1DsmkII is sharper but the 5D has better overall IQ based on this test.


I have recently searched Shootsmarter.com for this article in their archives and can no longer find it.


Mark

[Mark Elberson]

Doesn't Auto ISO start at 200?
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On the 50D auto ISO starts at 100 and goes up to 1600 (unless you are in manual mode, then it defaults to 400)


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Sorry Sean, I replied before I read this:

As far as the 50D is concerned, the AUTO ISO range changes depending on the shooting mode. When shooting with a flash or when the camera is set to manual mode, then the ISO is fixed at 400. In Portrait Picture Style, the ISO is fixed at 100. In P, Tv, Av, and just about every other mode, then an ISO between 100 and 1600 is automatically chosen by the camera. *Note: If fill flash results in overexposure, ISO 100 or a higher ISO will be set.
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[mpphoto12]

HOw is the 7D size-wise compared to he 5D and rebel series? i cant tell if its small or large?

[Colin]

7D, looks interesting. Read some of the specs. Like 8fps and 1.6 for sports (dual processors), 18mp is better than my 30D. Is IQ better than my 5D? Don't need the video.(1D MKIII)?
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More pixels is better, but not necessarily better than the 5D. The 5D will certainly let you get more optical resolution out of EF-lenses, as well as effectively 'faster' apertures, due to the larger light gathering surface....


I'd guess that the image quality on the 7D is absolutely stellar, though I'm not going to sell my 30D and 5D to trade in for a 7D in the hopes that it has everything (and more, whether sealing, video, etc.)


Still, if i had money, and if there weren't any serious problems with it, I'd get one to replace my 30D, in a fraction of a heartbeat, or at least as quickly as I could.


If it was full frame, it'd be a done deal

[adam]

The 7D looks awesome and I want one when my 40D dies (or when I win the lottery, whichever comes first.)


But, I'm kind of curious where this fits into Canon's product line. It's like a mix of the 1D series (weather sealing, dual processors, 19-point AF) and the xxD series (size, 1.6 crop). I wonder if this is the 1D mk IV??