Update on the EOS 7D Mark II Spec List

[Canon Rumors]

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<p>We’re going over the information we have and have noticed a few inconsistencies that we’d like to mention. We have a bit of doubt about the sensor spec we’ve listed for the camera and will work to confirm that. There is a possibility that it’s an all new 20.2MP sensor and not the same one as the EOS 70D.</p>
<ul>
<li>We’re not 100% sure about GPS, we think the camera may actually have it.</li>
<li>We mentioned radio triggering with the popup flash, but that may have been a mistake.</li>
<li>“Fine Detail CMOS Sensor” is standard Canon language for Canon sensors.</li>
<li>The camera has iTR (metering sensor-assisted servo tracking) just like the EOS-1D X</li>
<li>The camera should be compatible with f/8 lenses at the center, and maybe more points.</li>
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<p><em>Lots more to come….</em></p>
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[Diltiazem]

Makes sense.
I am pretty sure the camera will have Wifi and GPS.

 

[Canon Rumors]

Makes sense.
I am pretty sure the camera will have Wifi and GPS.

I'm 99% sure the camera will not have wifi built-in.

 

[Diltiazem]

Makes sense.
I am pretty sure the camera will have Wifi and GPS.

I'm 99% sure the camera will not have wifi built-in.

That will disappoint many.
I will be happy if its IQ is close to and AF is same as my 5DIII.

 

[Don Haines]

What I find interesting is having an RT flash trigger and not having WiFi. They both use the same band and if the antenna works for one, it works for the other..... It just seems wrong to me.....

 

[Diltiazem]

What I find interesting is having an RT flash trigger and not having WiFi. They both use the same band and if the antenna works for one, it works for the other..... It just seems wrong to me.....

But the update says it won't have RT flash trigger.

 

[Marauder]

•The camera has iTR (metering sensor-assisted servo tracking) just like the EOS-1D X
•The camera should be compatible with f/8 lenses at the center, and maybe more points.


All right!!! ;D

 

[NancyP]

f/8 center point! Usable 1.4x (for f/5.6 lens) and 2x (for f/4 lens) teleconverters!
I am having a little fun watching the rumors and fantasizing, though the 60D sitting next to my computer may feel a bit threatened. (Sensor filter surgery planned for some future date - Astro extended range H band sensitive, or full spectrum?).

 

[Canon1]

I'm sure canon will produce a stellar camera on all features except sensor. It's possible that the sensor is something new and revolutionary, but this is te one piece that really matters. This could either be a game changer like I believe the 5d3 was... Or it could just be a hyped up 70d. I'm hoping for the former, as I am looking for a great camera to pair with my current 5d3. 8)

 

[Lee Jay]

24MP is better. 6000x4000 pixels just works better with my sense of mathematical beauty!

Come on, Canon, I'm tired of 3504 and 4368 pixel sensors. Heck, my compacts are 4000x3000!

 

[Lee Jay]

What about a hybrid viewfinder for video? What about variable windowing or at least 1:1 crop more in video?

 

[Keith_Reeder]

but this is the one piece that really matters.

Nope.

I'd be as happy as a clam to have this camera built round the 70D's sensor (which despite all the general whining about "crappy" Canon sensors, produces excellent quality files for this wildlife/sport photographer - exactly the target audience for the new camera).

 

[outofmyelement]

it just better have a new sensor

 

[jseibertz]

Hello,
first of all, I take my Pictures with 5D MKII and MK III and owner of 7 L-lenses. During the last 2 years I did an update of my Equipment for more than 15.000 € now. Two years ago I considered to change to Nikon due to the innovations they presented with e.g. D800 or D800E especially the high resolution of the sensors. This based on the fact that I sell my pictures as prints and build up a Business with stock photos. Aside the Picture itself the technical data and expected resolutions continuously rising. At that time I thought Canon will follow Nikon and Sony and also be more innovativ.

Today I´m angry about my decision. The reasons are:
- No high resolution sensors with a quality like Nikon
- Arrogance of Canon in their behaviour with their Clients
- Price policy for new II-lenses

The high resolution and the quality of Nikon and Sony shows that this is not a game and that
high resolutions doesn´t mean low quality at low light Images.

Fact is that I will check again how much I will get for my current Canon Equipment and than I will decide if
to switchover to Nikon

regards
Juergen

 

[Loswr]

Hello,
first of all, I take my Pictures with 5D MKII and MK III and owner of 7 L-lenses. During the last 2 years I did an update of my Equipment for more than 15.000 € now. Two years ago I considered to change to Nikon due to the innovations they presented with e.g. D800 or D800E especially the high resolution of the sensors. This based on the fact that I sell my pictures as prints and build up a Business with stock photos. Aside the Picture itself the technical data and expected resolutions continuously rising. At that time I thought Canon will follow Nikon and Sony and also be more innovativ.

Today I´m angry about my decision. The reasons are:
- No high resolution sensors with a quality like Nikon
- Arrogance of Canon in their behaviour with their Clients
- Price policy for new II-lenses

The high resolution and the quality of Nikon and Sony shows that this is not a game and that
high resolutions doesn´t mean low quality at low light Images.

Fact is that I will check again how much I will get for my current Canon Equipment and than I will decide if
to switchover to Nikon

regards
Juergen

H and G.

 

[Joe M]

Ah. These seem a little more sensible. I wonder if RT control in-camera is even possible and if so, maybe they'll hold it off until the next 5D. I guess that would cut into sales of the transmitter though.

 

[LuCoOc]

Hello,
first of all, I take my Pictures with 5D MKII and MK III and owner of 7 L-lenses. During the last 2 years I did an update of my Equipment for more than 15.000 € now. Two years ago I considered to change to Nikon due to the innovations they presented with e.g. D800 or D800E especially the high resolution of the sensors. This based on the fact that I sell my pictures as prints and build up a Business with stock photos. Aside the Picture itself the technical data and expected resolutions continuously rising. At that time I thought Canon will follow Nikon and Sony and also be more innovativ.

Today I´m angry about my decision. The reasons are:
- No high resolution sensors with a quality like Nikon
- Arrogance of Canon in their behaviour with their Clients
- Price policy for new II-lenses

The high resolution and the quality of Nikon and Sony shows that this is not a game and that
high resolutions doesn´t mean low quality at low light Images.

Fact is that I will check again how much I will get for my current Canon Equipment and than I will decide if
to switchover to Nikon

regards
Juergen

H and G.

Could not have said it better (or shorter).

I am 100% sure the 7D will be an impressive camera. Probably like the 5D III an outstanding all arounder just with a crop sensor. Everyone who expects a sensor revolution with results better or only even close to current Canon FF-cameras will be disappointed.
Just as the current 7D this will be the only camera serious amateurs with a need for speed want. Everyone who needs top of the line IQ will get the 6D and those with deep pockets will reach for the 5D line.

 

[mjbehnke]

Hello,
first of all, I take my Pictures with 5D MKII and MK III and owner of 7 L-lenses. During the last 2 years I did an update of my Equipment for more than 15.000 € now. Two years ago I considered to change to Nikon due to the innovations they presented with e.g. D800 or D800E especially the high resolution of the sensors. This based on the fact that I sell my pictures as prints and build up a Business with stock photos. Aside the Picture itself the technical data and expected resolutions continuously rising. At that time I thought Canon will follow Nikon and Sony and also be more innovativ.

Today I´m angry about my decision. The reasons are:
- No high resolution sensors with a quality like Nikon
- Arrogance of Canon in their behaviour with their Clients
- Price policy for new II-lenses

The high resolution and the quality of Nikon and Sony shows that this is not a game and that
high resolutions doesn´t mean low quality at low light Images.

Fact is that I will check again how much I will get for my current Canon Equipment and than I will decide if
to switchover to Nikon

regards
Juergen

And at the same time, a Nikon\Sony user is selling their stuff so they can come to Canon.

 

[jseibertz]

Think you are right mj, but that´s the game.
In Germany a lot of professional photographers Change to Sony

 

[East Wind Photography]

I really have a good chuckle at everyone ready to jump ship to Nikon over rumors and lack of innovation. I for one just want a camera that works until I choose to upgrade and that is why I chose Canon.

I know many other professionals that have gone with Nikon and switched to Canon because their equipment had become unreliable and those failures cost them big $$$...and I'm not talking about the gear.

There is a cost to pushing the envelope constantly. Canon strives to produce quality gear that wont fail when you need it most. Sure occasionally there are issues, but I hear far less griping from the Canon pros than I do from the Nikon pros. This is apparent due to Canon's lead in the market share.

Regardless of the sensor, the 7D2 will be a much improved model and from a reliability standpoint there is no comparison between Canon and Nikon.