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Canon EOS R7 Camera Review

The Canon EOS R7 is a mid-range APS-C camera that sits below the Canon EOS R6 Mark II in Canon's mirrorless lineup. It's been touted as a spiritual successor to the sports-and-wildlife-oriented Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR from 2014. With all the advantages of modern mirrorless technology, however, it's versatile enough for all kinds of photo and video work. With a high-res sensor, responsive autofocus and quick burst shooting, as well as in-body image stabilization (IBIS), it's a dream for photographers and hybrid shooters who don't want or need a full-frame sensor.

Our Verdict

The Canon R7 is great for travel photography. It isn't the most portable camera, but it has a fantastic battery life for a mirrorless model. It's also well-built and weather-sealed to give you some added peace of mind when shooting in adverse weather conditions. The image quality is also great overall, and it has a snappy autofocus system for moving subjects.

• Impressive battery life.
• Well-built, weather-sealed construction.
• Excellent autofocus.
• Not especially portable for travel.
• Noise handling is just okay.

The Canon R7 is good for landscape photography. Its high-resolution sensor gives you some leeway to crop your photos, and the image quality is great for an APS-C sensor. However, it doesn't have as much dynamic range as full-frame models, so it can't capture as much detail in high-contrast scenes. Its noise handling is just okay in low light, but the overall image quality is still great. It's also a well-built camera with a relatively long battery life for longer shooting days.

• Great dynamic range.

The Canon R7 is excellent for sports and wildlife photography. It has a very quick max burst rate and a fairly large image buffer. Its autofocus system supports human, animal, and vehicle subject detection and is quite effective at tracking fast-moving subjects. The image quality is also great, though its noise handling in low light is okay. Beyond that, it has a very good battery life for a mirrorless camera.

• Very fast burst shooting.

The Canon R7 has good RAW photo performance. Its sensor has a great dynamic range, so it can capture a wide array of detail in high-contrast scenes. Images also have plenty of fine detail thanks to the sensor's high resolution, which gives you a bit more leeway to crop your photos. Unfortunately, the camera's noise management is just okay, so it doesn't perform amazingly well in low-light conditions where you have to bump up the ISO.

• High resolution sensor captures good amount of fine detail.

The Canon R7 is good for vlogging, especially for sit-down vlogs. It isn't particularly portable for on-the-go recording; however, it does feel comfortable to shoot with and has a fully articulated screen that makes it easy to monitor yourself while recording. The video quality is great, and the camera's autofocus is incredibly reliable, ensuring your face stays in focus while you record.

• No recording time limit.
• Rolling shutter can be quite noticeable.

The Canon R7 is fantastic for studio video. It can record 4k video at up to 60 fps without a crop and supports internal 10-bit 4:2:2 video recording in C.LOG 3 format, giving you plenty of leeway to color-grade and process your videos. It also has an incredible battery life for video recording and doesn't overheat during long sessions. On top of that, there's no recording time limit. That said, its APS-C sensor doesn't have as much dynamic range as full-frame alternatives.

• Internal 10-bit 4:2:2 Log recording.

The Canon R7 isn't meant for a POV-style action video, though it does a good job if you want to record the action from the sidelines. It has plenty of frame rate options, including a high frame rate mode in 1080p for super slow-motion clips at 120 fps. However, it isn't the most portable camera and isn't designed to be mounted to action video rigs.

• Limited selection of high frame rates in 4k.
• Not especially portable for action video.
• 8.1 Travel Photography
• 7.6 Landscape Photography
• 8.7 Sport & Wildlife Photography
• 7.5 Raw Photo Performance
• 7.7 Vlogging
• 9.0 Studio Video
• 5.7 Action Video
• Updated Mar 21, 2024: We've updated some of the text throughout this review for clarity and accuracy.
• Updated Jan 29, 2024: Added text to 'Raw Photo Performance' verdict box.
• Updated Jan 29, 2024: Converted to Test Bench 0.12.1 .
• Updated Nov 01, 2023: Added a link to the Sony α6700 in the 4k Video Frame Rate box.
• Updated Sep 08, 2023: We retested this camera's dynamic range with converted DNG files for consistency with the methodology used when testing other recent Canon cameras. The score has been adjusted slightly. We've also updated the values for 'Bitrate Maximum in 4k' and 'Bitrate Maximum in FHD' and adjusted the 4k and FHD 'Video Internal Recording' scores accordingly since the camera can achieve higher bit rates when the 'HDR PQ' setting is enabled. Lastly, we corrected the processor name from 'Digic X' to 'DIGIC X'.
• Updated Aug 11, 2023: Added mention of the Fujifilm X-S20 to the 'Portability' section.
• Updated May 10, 2023: Added a link to the Canon EOS R8 in the 'Photo RAW Noise' box.
• Updated May 04, 2023: Added a link to the Fujifilm X-H2 in the 'Viewfinder' box.
• Updated Apr 05, 2023: Review published.
• Updated Mar 28, 2023: Early access published.
• Updated Mar 21, 2023: Our testers have started testing this product.
• Updated Mar 17, 2023: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
• Updated Mar 13, 2023: We've purchased the product and are waiting for it to arrive in our lab.

Differences Between Sizes And Variants

The Canon R7 comes in one color variant: Black. You can see our unit's label here .

You can buy the camera body on its own without a lens or bundled with the Canon RF-S 18-105mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM kit lens. There's also the Content Creator Kit bundle, which includes the camera body, the RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM kit lens, a Canon DM-E1D stereo microphone, a windscreen to cut down on ambient noise, and an extra battery.

Compared To Other Cameras

The Canon EOS R7 is an enthusiast-oriented APS-C camera. It's one of the most well-rounded crop sensor cameras on the market. Like the Canon EOS 90D , it uses a 33 MP APS-C sensor. However, as a mirrorless model, it offers some advantages over DSLR alternatives, including a stellar autofocus system and powerful video specs. Aside from that, it also boasts a very quick burst rate, in-body image stabilization, and an excellent battery life compared to its mirrorless peers. That said, it isn't the most portable camera, especially among crop sensor options, and lens selection for Canon's RF lens mount is still somewhat limited compared to competitors like Sony.

For more options, check out our recommendations for the best cameras for wildlife photography , the best 4k cameras , or the best mirrorless cameras .

The Canon EOS R7 and the Canon EOS R8 are both great cameras, but they're aimed at different users. The R7 is a higher-end APS-C camera that's better suited to sports and action photography. It's sturdier, has a mechanical shutter, and has a longer battery life. The R8, on the other hand, is an entry-level full-frame camera, so it offers better dynamic range and low-light capability. However, it doesn't feel as well-built and has a poor battery life.

The Canon EOS R7 is a more capable camera than the Canon EOS R10 . The R7 has an in-body stabilization system and a higher-resolution 32.5 MP sensor and uses a higher-capacity battery that yields a longer battery life. Unlike the R10, it also supports C-Log 3 and can record oversampled 4k video at up to 30 fps or uncropped regular 4k video at 60 fps. While the R10 is noticeably smaller and lighter, the R7's body also has the advantage of being weather-sealed, and it features both twin UHS-II card slots and a headphone jack, though there's no pop-up flash like there is on the R10.

The Canon EOS R7 and the Canon EOS R6 perform similarly overall, using different-sized sensors. The R7 has an APS-C sensor, so it's a tad more portable. It also has a slightly longer battery life and a faster max burst rate. The R6, meanwhile, delivers better overall image quality and is better suited to low-light situations because of its full-frame sensor.

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II and the Canon EOS R7 are great cameras but use different-sized sensors. The R6 Mark II uses a full-frame sensor, so it's better suited to low-light shooting than the R7, which uses an APS-C sensor. Both cameras have excellent autofocus performance and boast advanced video specs and quick burst rates, but the R6 II is the way to go if you need full-frame image quality.

The Sony α6700 and Canon EOS R7 are both excellent APS-C powerhouses that can handle a range of photo and video work. The Sony is a bit more tailored towards hybrid shooters, with more video frame rate options and neat features like Auto Framing that make it easier for single camera operators to capture dynamic footage. The Canon, on the other hand, still offers excellent video specs, but it's more explicitly geared towards wildlife and sports photography, with faster burst shooting, a faster max shutter speed, a larger, more comfortable EVF, and dual SD card slots. However, it's notably bulkier than the Sony.

The Canon EOS R7 is better overall than the Canon EOS 90D , but they use different camera technologies. The R7 is a mirrorless model, so it has the advantage of being a bit more portable and has a newer, more advanced autofocus system. Unlike the 90D, it includes in-body image stabilization, more advanced video specs, and dual SD card slots. The 90D, on the other hand, is a DSLR, so it has a much better battery life and a more established lens ecosystem.

The Canon EOS R7 is better overall than the Canon EOS RP . It's better-built and has a more effective autofocus system, faster burst shooting, in-body image stabilization, a longer battery life, and much better internal video recording capability.

The Canon EOS R7 is better than the Canon EOS R50 , which isn't surprising given that it sits at a significantly higher price point. The R7 is better built and has better ergonomics, faster burst shooting, a more effective autofocus system, and better video capabilities. It's much bulkier than the R50, though.

The Sony α7 III and the Canon EOS R7 use different-sized sensors, so one may suit you better than the other. The Canon is better-suited to sports and wildlife photography, with an APS-C sensor, faster burst shooting, and more effective autofocus tracking. It also has more advanced video capabilities. The Sony camera's full-frame sensor offers more dynamic range and better low-light performance. It also has a more established lens ecosystem.

The Canon EOS R7 is better overall than the Canon EOS R , but the R has a larger full-frame sensor, so you may still prefer it if you do a lot of low-light shooting. The R7 is the better choice for faster subjects, action photography, and video work, with a more effective autofocus system, faster burst shooting, in-body image stabilization, and better video specs. The R has a higher-resolution viewfinder and better noise handling in low light.

The Canon EOS R7 is a bit better than the Nikon Z 5 but uses a smaller APS-C sensor. The Canon offers more unless you need full-frame image quality and low-light performance. It has a much faster burst rate for action photography and a more effective autofocus system. It's also more capable for advanced video work and has better battery life. That said, the Nikon is a great deal if you need a full-frame camera that's relatively affordable.

Test Results

The Canon EOS R7 isn't the most portable crop sensor camera. It's much heavier and notably bulkier than peers like the Sony α6600 or the Fujifilm X-S20 . However, it's still smaller than most full-frame alternatives.

The build quality is great. The camera feels sturdy, with materials that feel fairly high quality. The texture around the grip and thumb rest feels sufficiently grippy. The screen articulation mechanism also feels solid. There's a locking hinged door covering the battery compartment and a sliding door for the SD cards, both of which feel secure. That said, some of the buttons and dials feel a bit mushy.

Like the Canon EOS R6 Mark II , the R7 includes Canon's new 'multi-function shoe' rather than a standard hot shoe, though it's backwards compatible with most accessories. It includes a new 21-pin electronic interface that, according to Canon, offers more functionality, like power supply, and more efficient communication with newer accessories, including speedlights and microphones. However, some accessories, like certain weather-sealed flash units, may require the use of an AD-E1 adapter .

• Canon EOS R7 camera body
• Canon RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM lens
• Rear lens cover
• Hot shoe cover
• Shoulder strap
• 1x Canon LP-E6NH battery
• Battery charger
• User manual

The Canon R7 is very comfortable to shoot with. It has a large, roomy handgrip suitable for most hand sizes. The buttons and dials are well-placed for the most part, though having the back dial around the joystick is an odd choice. It makes the joystick somewhat awkward to use, making it easy to accidentally hit the joystick and change a focus point when trying to adjust the dial or vice versa. The On/Off/Movie Mode switch can also be a little finicky, making it easy to unintentionally switch into Movie Mode when simply turning the camera on. Still, there are plenty of physical controls that you can remap to your preference, and overall, the ergonomics are highly intuitive and comfortable.

The EVF is only 2.36 million dots, which is still good, but higher-resolution viewfinders are increasingly becoming the norm. While it makes sense to see a lower resolution here than what you get with the Canon EOS R6 Mark II , it's still a bit disappointing, given the R7's price point. That said, it's still a very effective EVF—there's little, if any, lag, and it's large enough to comfortably get a clear view of your subjects. It also sticks out from the body a fair amount, so you don't need to squish your face against the camera. The soft rubber eyecup feels quite nice, too. Still, if you'd prefer a camera with a higher-resolution viewfinder, check out the Fujifilm X-H2 .

The screen is fully articulated and includes full touch capability. You can use it to navigate the menus, select focus points, or convert it to a touch shutter. The resolution is high, so you can accurately review your photos on the monitor, and it gets bright enough to combat glare on sunnier days.

The user interface is fantastic. It's essentially the same menu found on recent Canon mirrorless cameras, including the Canon EOS R6 Mark II . The settings are extensive, but the menus are logically organized and easy to navigate. A very useful 'Help' function explains certain settings and features in-depth when you press the 'Info' button while browsing the menu.

The Canon R7 uses a 32.5 MP APS-C sensor, likely modeled after the sensor found in the Canon EOS 90D and improved upon. It also uses the same DIGIC X processor found in higher-end models like the Canon EOS R6 Mark II .

The camera's battery performance is impressive. It's CIPA-rated for 660 photos on a full charge when using the LCD, which is fantastic for a mirrorless camera. However, that number drops to 380 when using the viewfinder. When using the camera's power-saving settings, those numbers increase to 770 and 500 shots, respectively. CIPA figures can vary drastically depending on how you use the camera in real-world scenarios, but they do give you some idea of what to expect and how the camera compares to other cameras. Naturally, its battery life is much shorter than DSLR alternatives, but it's still very good overall.

Meanwhile, video battery life is exceptional. In our testing, the battery lasted over 2.5 hours of continuous video recording in 4k. We didn't experience any overheating interruptions, either, which is excellent.

The Canon EOS R7 has a very quick max burst rate. Its mechanical shutter can shoot at up to 15 fps, which is fantastic for capturing bursts of fast action. Switch over to e-shutter mode, and you can get bursts of up to 30 fps. However, rolling shutter distortion can be an issue when using the electronic shutter, so that mode is best suited to more stationary subjects.

The photo buffer is fairly large. However, it takes a bit of time to empty if you manage to fill it up. When shooting in RAW, the empty time also doubles to around 16 seconds, which can disrupt your shooting when timing is critical.

The Canon R7 has an excellent autofocus system overall. It can detect between people, animals, and vehicles and includes more precise eye tracking. Overall, the AF does an amazing job of keeping moving subjects in focus. With more erratic movements, it can lose focus but quickly recovers its target, so you'll likely have a very high keeper rate in most situations.

When using a center AF point without tracking, the autofocus is incredibly reliable. The camera is quick and accurate. As long as you keep your subject behind your chosen focus point, you'll likely have a very high hit rate.

The Canon R7 has in-body image stabilization, which works in tandem with optical image stabilization on RF and RF-S lenses. We tested stabilization using the optically stabilized RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM lens. Overall, the camera's stabilization is remarkably effective, letting you capture clear handheld shots at very slow shutter speeds. That said, stabilization performance will vary depending on many factors, including your lens, focal length, and how steady your hands are.

The Canon EOS R7 has a great dynamic range. It's on par with other APS-C cameras with IBIS implementations, like the Fujifilm X-T4 . At base ISO, it can capture a pretty wide range of highlight and shadow detail.

The R7 uses a high-resolution sensor and does a very good job of resolving fine detail. However, this is most noticeable when cropping heavily or pixel-peeping.

RAW noise handling is okay overall. Noise is slightly more pronounced in low light than on competing APS-C cameras, but it isn't far off of other Canon crop sensor models, like the Canon EOS M50 Mark II . If you'd like a similarly priced camera with better noise handling, check out the full-frame Canon EOS R8 .

The camera can record standard 4k resolution video but also includes a '4k Fine' option, which is oversampled from the full 7k resolution of the sensor. In '4k Fine' resolution, the camera can only record at 24 or 30 fps.

In addition to supporting Canon Log 3, the R7 includes a handy 'View Assist' feature that applies a LUT to your footage in-camera, so you can preview how the footage will look after color-grading while you shoot.

Note: All-I is only available in time-lapse mode.

The camera can record at up to 60 fps in 4k without a crop, which is fantastic for capturing smooth action footage or incorporating slow-mo shots into your videos. If you need a camera that can record 4k at 120 fps, check out the Sony α6700 .

The camera's 4k internal recording capability is fantastic. It supports 10-bit 4:2:2 recording internally when recording in C.LOG 3 to capture a wider range of detail and color, giving you more flexibility with your footage in post. Like other Canons, there's an 'HDR PQ' mode with a gamma curve tailored for content on HDR displays. The camera records its highest bit rates with 'HDR PQ' enabled. There's no recording time limit, either, which is great. The camera also has excellent heat management, with no overheating interruptions throughout its over two-hour battery life for video.

The camera's autofocus is incredible in 4k video mode. The camera supports both face and eye detection, and it does a fantastic job of keeping moving subjects in focus, whether you manually select a target or let it automatically detect a subject. Shifts in focus are quick and smooth. You can also fine-tune the AF settings to adjust its speed and sensitivity, depending on how you need the AF to behave.

The 4k video quality is great. In more controlled lighting conditions, videos look crisp, with colors that pop straight out of the camera. It performs well in low light, too. It preserves a lot of shadow detail, and noise is fairly minimal.

If you want even higher quality video, you can also set the resolution to '4k Fine,' which is oversampled from 7k. You can see a test scene extract of '4k Fine' footage here .

In standard 4k resolution, the rolling shutter effect isn't too bad. There's some noticeable skewing with vertical lines, but it's most apparent with quick or sudden camera movements.

When shooting in '4k Fine' resolution, the rolling shutter is much worse, with a 9.3º angle of distortion (which would result in a 'Rolling Shutter Effect' score of 4.3). You can see the rolling shutter effect in '4k Fine' resolution here .

In 1080p, the camera can record regular video at up to 60 fps. It also has a 'high frame rate' mode that can record slow-motion videos at 120 fps, with a playback speed of 30 fps for 4x slow-motion. There's no audio in this mode.

Internal recording is similarly excellent in 1080p. You get 10-bit 4:2:2 recording, high bit rates, and no video time limit.

The autofocus performs just as well in FHD as it does in 4k. It has very little trouble keeping up with moving subjects in video.

The 1080p video quality is great. Videos look relatively sharp and detailed. The camera also handles low-light conditions well, with minimal noise and good detail preservation in the shadows.

The rolling shutter effect is still present when recording in 1080p. You'll notice some skewing with vertical lines when panning the camera. It gets quite bad with very fast camera movements.

The Canon EOS R7 includes two SD card slots, which is great for those who like to keep a running backup or separate JPEG and RAW files. They're also conveniently placed on the side of the camera, making it easy to switch out cards when using a tripod.

The inputs and outputs are on the camera's left side and covered by rubber flaps with gaskets to keep moisture out. There's both a headphone and microphone jack, along with a Micro HDMI port, so you'll likely need an adapter to connect an external recorder or display.

• Audio-visual

Canon EOS R7 review: Great for travel but crop-sensor camera needs more lens support

The Canon EOS R7 is one of two APS-C CMOS sensor cameras out recently from the Japanese imaging company, after it had released a slew of full-frame EOS R cameras earlier.

A smaller sensor usually means cheaper components to put the camera together, plus a more compact build and a pairing with smaller lenses. There are pluses and minuses for such an approach.

To try out the EOS R7, I brought it on a recent trip to Thailand. I needed just a small sling bag to accompany me when I walked around the streets and malls of Bangkok.

The EOS R7’s size is perfect for me – small enough to take up very little space, yet big enough for me to hold it comfortably.

The new Canon camera is also easy to use, especially for a seasoned photographer.

The front and rear control wheels sit where my index finger and thumb rest naturally on the camera body, so changing aperture and shutter settings is pretty intuitive. Dials, buttons and switches are well-placed for other functions too.

The auto-focusing switch is just within reach of my fourth finger when grasping the camera. I can activate the video mode by flipping the on/off lever to video cam mode. 

The EOS R7 is also quickly ready for a shoot. There is no noticeable lag from switching it “on” to putting my eye on the 2.37-million-dot electronic viewfinder.

It also helps that the auto-focusing system with 651 AF frame zones that cover the entire image area picks up the subject in the frame pretty fast.

The 32.5-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor has enough resolution for big prints and provides pretty good High Dynamic Range (HDR) for photos in various HDR modes through computational imaging techniques.

During some stress tests I did recently at Jurong Bird Park, I put the camera on 15fps high-speed continuous shooting mode with the mechanical shutter with AF/AE tracking, as well as 30fps with the silent electronic shutter.

The EOS R7 has this nifty focus bracketing feature that is great for photographers who are into macro or toy photography.

Just enable the function, insert the number of photos to be taken at small increments in focus distance, and the camera will do the rest. In other words, no more fumbling with macro distance adjustments.

Canon’s expertise in video is also put to good use here. The EOS R7 records uncropped 4K resolution video footage. Focusing during video recording is fast, but the footage looks natural when switching between subjects in the frame. 

The EOS R7 performs well in good light when I use the 18-150mm f3.5-6.3 camera lens that comes with the camera kit.

In low light, the small maximum aperture of f3.5 will cause the camera to use high ISO settings and the result, while usable for social media, is still not that great for prints.

Unfortunately, the lack of compatible lenses counts against crop-sensor cameras such as the EOS R7 and R10 .

Canon has good full-frame RF lenses with a much wider aperture, such as the 50mm f1.2L USM lens, but on the R7, this means the lens will be effectively an 80mm f1.9 portrait lens because of the 1.6x crop factor.

This crop factor will also affect the wide end of the spectrum. While 18mm for a crop sensor is acceptable for most uses, landscape photographers need a non-existent 10-12mm lens to arrive at a 16-19mm equivalent lens on a full-frame body.

One of the most obvious reasons to get a crop-sensor camera body is for wildlife and bird photography.

My experience of the EOS R7 with the Canon RF 100-500mm f4.5-7.1L IS Zoom lens was good, but though it was not as responsive when used with the Canon RF 800mm f11 Zoom lens. 

So, how your experience with the EOS R7 is contingent on the lenses you will pair the camera with.

The EOS R7 is a great travel camera, especially when used in a bright environment. A tripod is a must for night and long exposure if you want to avoid using high ISO settings with the kit lens and built-in image stabilisation system.  

To be sure, Canon’s decision to introduce the EOS R7 is a curious one, when the EOS R and RP, both entry-level full-frame bodies, are ripe for replacement.

Slapping a full-frame sensor on the EOS R7 instead should have been the obvious option for Canon.

That would potentially bring more consumers to the EOS R system without investing in a separate series of camera bodies and lenses. This is definitely a missed opportunity in my books.

For more advanced users, it is still best to go for the full-frame bodies, as there is a much more comprehensive range of lenses. Note that the EOS RP is now retailing for  $2,728 , just marginally more than the $2,649 EOS R7 . 

Plus, the 25-105mm f3.5-5.6 IS STM lens that comes with the EOS RP is arguably much better than the 18-150mm kits lens of the EOS R7, albeit with a shorter zoom.

This is not to mention non-Canon options. Even with its lower price, the EOS R7 will struggle to beat the value of the Sony ZE-E10 , which costs only S$999 with kit lens and you have options for cheaper lens from third-party lens manufacturers.

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Canon EOS R7 Full Review

: 4-5 out of 5

Build/Handling

: 5 out of 5

Dynamic Range

: 4 out of 5

Image quality

Lcd viewfinder, overall rating.

Pros: + Compact, high-speed camera + High-resolution sensor + Rapid and reliable AF tracking + Weather-sealed body + In-body image stabilisation (IBIS) + High-quality 4K video + 15/30fps continuous shooting (mechanical / electronic shutter)

Cons: - Very limited range of RF-S lenses - Rear joystick / command wheel takes some getting used to - 2.36m dot EVF is somewhat low-resolution for the price - Kit lenses aren’t weather sealed - Battery life compared to DSLRs

Manufacturer:

Joshua waller reviews canon’s aps-c format rf-mount mirrorless camera which boasts a 32.5mp sensor, advanced autofocus, and 30fps shooting..

In May 2022, Canon introduced two mirrorless cameras: the Canon EOS R7 and Canon EOS R10 . They have been followed up by the EOS R50 , and the entry-level EOS R100 . All four employ the APS-C sensor format, but use the same RF lens mount as Canon full-frame models. This means they’re not part of the EOS M system that Canon has used for APS-C mirrorless until now, and EF-M lenses can not be used on these cameras.

Amateur Photographer verdict

• High-speed, high-resolution
• Compact, weather-sealed body
• In-body image stabilisation
• Limited RF-S lenses
• And the kit lens isn’t weather sealed

Canon EOS R7: at a glance:

• New $1,757 / £1,379 body-only
• New $2,229 / £1,749 with RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM zoom
• Used $1,477 / £1,159 (like new used condition)
• 32.5MP APS-C sensor
• ISO 100-51,200 (extended)
• 30fps shooting
• 4K 60p video
• 2.36m-dot EVF
• 3in, 1.62m-dot vari-angle LCD

Of the four APS-C EOS R models, the EOS R7 is the most advanced, boasting a higher resolution 32.5MP sensor, faster shooting, a larger viewfinder and in-body image stabilisation. As the numbering suggests, Canon sees it as a successor to the EOS 7D Mark II APS-C DSLR, which means it’s one of the most ambitious APS-C mirrorless cameras yet made, going head-to-head with the likes of the Fujifilm X-T4 and Sony A6600 .

The launch of the Fujifilm X-T5 , however, has raised the bar for APS-C sensor resolution with 40 megapixels, so the EOS R7 is no longer the highest resolution camera in this class. But still, it is one of the best Canon mirrorless cameras  and, provided the RF-S lens range continues to grow, perhaps one of the best mirrorless cameras all round, at least for enthusiasts. With more lenses (or via adaptors) the R7 could also be one of the best cameras for action and sports photography .

The EOS R7 is available for $1,757 / £1,379 body-only or $2,229 / £1,749 with RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM zoom, its usual ‘kit’ lens.

Canon EOS R7: Features

Canon has built the EOS R7 around an updated version of the 32.5MP sensor from the EOS 90D DSLR and mirrorless EOS M6 Mark II . In concert with the Digic X processor, this offers a standard ISO range of 100-32,000 that’s extendable to ISO 51,200. The R7 can shoot at 15 frames per second using the mechanical shutter – half as fast again as the EOS 90D – or 30fps using the silent electronic shutter.

Autofocus employs Canon’s Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, with each pixel split into two to enable on-sensor phase detection. There are 651/5915 selectable focus points covering the entire image area, which are claimed to work in extremely low light equating to -5EV. The EOS R7 also inherits the intelligent subject detection and tracking system from the flagship EOS R3, which is capable of recognising humans, animals or vehicles.

High-speed shooting:

• 30fps with the electronic shutter, up to 126 JPG, 42 raw images
• 15fps with mechanical shutter, up to 224 JPEG or 51 raw images

Shutter speeds go as fast as 1/8000s using the mechanical shutter, and up to 1/16,000s using the electronic shutter.

Video recording

4K 30p recording is available for video that’s oversampled from 7K, in 4:2:0 8-bit or 4:2:2 10-bit colour (HDR PQ or C-LOG3), and with no 30-minute time limit. There’s also a 1.8x 4K crop mode that can go up to 60fps, Full HD recording at up to 120fps, and a 4K time-lapse option. Vertical recording is supported, for social media use. 4K Fine (IPB) is recorded at 120Mbps, or 170Mbps with C-Log or HDR PQ on, going up to 340Mbps (4K crop, 60p). People, animals and vehicle detection and tracking auto-focus is available while recording video.

Microphone and headphone sockets are built-in, with Canon Log 3 also onboard for easier post-processing. A switch on top selects between stills and video modes, with separate settings retained for each. Canon has also used the same new hot shoe as on the EOS R3 , which includes a digital audio interface and can supply power to connected devices.

Canon EOS R7: key features

• Handling: The compact body boasts a large, comfortable handgrip and a good array of physical controls
• In-body Stabilisation: 5-axis in-body stabilisation promises up to 8 stops of shake suppression, along with automatic horizon correction (which has been only previously been available on Pentax cameras)
• Dual card slots: Canon has included dual UHS-II SD card slots, allowing you to back up files to both while shooting
• Lenses: You can fit RF and RF-S lenses directly, and EF and EF-S DSLR lenses via the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R. However, EF-M lenses can’t be used
• Battery: The R7 uses the same LP-E6N battery as many other Canon cameras, and gives up to 770 shots (using the LCD)
• Custom modes: The mode dial offers 3 custom modes, where you can save photo and video settings

Canon EOS R7: Build and Handling

A rich feature set has been squeezed into a body that’s smaller and lighter than the EOS 850D DSLR, yet still boasts a large, comfortable handgrip and a good array of external controls. It employs two electronic dials for changing exposure settings, with the rear dial unusually placed around the focus area selection joystick. My initial impression is that this arrangement works well enough, although it’s not obviously better than the horizontal rear dial on other EOS R bodies.

Canon has kept the top plate uncluttered, with the mode dial and power switch joined by movie, IS and Fn buttons; the latter gives quick access to a range of secondary settings. On the front, a switch around the depth-of-field preview button selects between auto and manual focus, which is handy given that many of Canon’s more affordable RF lenses lack AF/MF switches, including RF-S optics.

Weather sealing

For viewing, you get a 2.36m-dot electronic viewfinder and a 3in, 1.62m-dot vari-angle touchscreen. Power is provided by Canon’s familiar LP-E6N battery, which promises 500 shots per charge using the viewfinder, and 770 with the LCD. Canon is promising a similar level of weather sealing to the EOS 90D, but disappointingly, neither of the RF-S lenses are similarly protected.

The menus and controls follow the same layout and design as Canon’s other cameras, and the menus and buttons will be immediately recognisable to anyone who’s used a recent Canon EOS camera – apart from the rear command dial / scroll wheel. This surrounds a joystick controller, and seems an unnecessary design flare that adds little to the user experience. It can take a while to get used to this rear command wheel / dial, and we’d have much preferred a standard rear dial, and perhaps a third wheel.

Canon EOS R7: Viewfinder and screen

The rear screen gives a clear and bright view of the scene and menus, although at slightly under 3inches, it isn’t the largest around. The resolution of 1.62m dots helps make up for this. And you can turn and tilt the screen to your heart’s desire, which aids viewing of the screen even outdoors in bright sunlight. Naturally, it’s ideal for vlogging and selfies.

What about the EVF?

The electronic viewfinder is acceptable, in that it does a good job of showing you what’s going on, but with a resolution of 2.36m dots and an average size (1.15x / 0.72x), is nothing special: disappointing when compared to higher resolution EVFs found on other cameras such as the Fujifilm X-T4/X-T5. Dioptre adjustment can be found on the left, and there’s an eye-detection sensor so that the camera will automatically switch between the rear screen and EVF when needed.

You can toggle the view, and a dual-axis electronic level and histogram can be viewed on the screen (and EVF). You can customise what’s shown on screen in the menus, and the Info button will toggle through the displays. A variety of grids can be selected, with all the usual options such as the “rule of thirds”. There’s an optical viewfinder simulation mode designed to give you a natural view of the scene, without additional processing; the opposite of “what you see is what you get” which has become the norm on mirrorless cameras.

You also get the choice of a power saving mode, or a smoother display, with a faster refresh rate of 120fps. I found the standard, 60fps power saving mode, perfectly adequate.

Native RF-S lenses

Alongside the EOS R7 (and R10) Canon introduced two RF-mount lenses designed for the APS-C format. Firstly, the RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM is a compact, collapsible design that offers a 29-72mm equivalent zoom range. It is sold in a kit with the EOS R10 or on its own for $299 / £320. Meanwhile the RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM costs around $499 / £500 and offers a 29-240mm equivalent range – this is the usual ‘kit’ lens for the EOS R7. Both lenses include optical stabilisation and stepper motors for autofocus.

It has to be said that these lenses are the most disappointing part of Canon’s APS-C RF system so far. The 18-45mm may be small and light, but its focal-length range and aperture is uninspiring to say the least, especially as the firm offers an equally compact 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 in EF-M mount. The 18-150mm looks like it should be a nice travel lens, and could make a fine match with the EOS R10. But like the 18-45mm, its 29mm equivalent wide end looks out of touch in a world where competing cameras come equipped with 24mm equivalent zooms, especially as there’s no RF-S ultrawide zoom.

Use full-frame lenses

Since the EOS R7/ EOS R10 were launched, only one more native RF-S lens has arrived – the $349 / £429 Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM telephoto zoom. It’s a shame that buying a high-speed, high-performance compact camera, one is immediately faced with having to use full-frame lenses in order to get a good choice of lenses.

None of these lenses really comes close to matching the ambition of the EOS R7, so let’s hope Canon comes up with some more interesting RF-S offerings soon. For EOS R7 owners to really get the most from the camera, I’d like to see something along the lines of 15-50mm f/2.8 and 15-80mm f/4 zooms, with weather sealing and premium optics. It would also make sense for Canon to make RF-mount versions of its EF-M lenses, which could give it a shortcut to a nice APS-C line-up.

Mount adapters for the EOS R7

If you’re coming from a Canon EOS DSLR, then you’ll find there’s a range of EF-RF mount adapters available, and EF lenses perform well on the camera, albeit without the size advantage of native RF mount lenses.

Canon EOS R7: Autofocus

The EOS R7 offers an impressive 5,915 AF points (manually selectable), with 100% coverage both vertically and horizontally, and 651 AF areas when on automatic selection. The camera has human, animal or vehicle tracking, and recognises dogs, cats and birds for itself. Vehicles will detect cars or motorbikes, but doesn’t mention trains or planes. Human detection will automatically detect eyes, face, heads and bodies.

Focus works in low-light down to -5EV, and an AF assist beam can be switched on/off if needed. The camera has a dedicated section for the auto-focus options, with multiple cases (4) as well as auto. The cases can be customised to preference. You can use the touch-screen to touch and drag the AF point if needed, but this can be switched off in the menus. Manual focus peaking options can be customised letting you set the peaking colour.

You can also shoot at up to 15fps with continuous AF using the mechanical shutter, or up to 30fps with the electronic shutter.

Focus performance was particularly impressive when set to tracking, with the camera successfully tracking and focusing on subjects, including humans. Fast moving subjects rarely seemed to phase the camera with shot after shot correctly focused on the subject’s face.

Canon EOS R7: Performance and Image Quality

Dynamic range on default settings gives acceptable results, in most situations, but there are times when the camera can produce images with blown highlights in JPEGs, and it can be difficult to recover these even from the raw files.

Once you switch to the HDR (multi-shot mode) or HEIF images, you suddenly realise how much dynamic range is missing from the image. If you’re used to shooting with a smartphone where every image is taken in HDR you’ll quickly wish for more dynamic range. You can of course shoot in raw for additional dynamic range, or use the previously mentioned HDR or HEIF modes.

The HEIF file format

The camera supports HEIF images, and to shoot these, you need to switch on the HDR PQ mode, which lets you shoot a HEIF file (and raw file if raw is switched on). In-camera you can then convert this to a JPEG image, with increased dynamic range over a standard JPEG image. However, there is very little support for HEIF (.HIF) files even with the latest version of Adobe Photoshop (v23.4.1).

The shutter sound is relatively quiet, similar to other mirrorless systems I had to hand, and quieter than a full-frame Sony A7 III. Using the electronic shutter and silent option you can shoot completely silently, and this can be switched on/off in the menus.

Metering generally performs very well, with the camera giving well exposed images, which tend to give a brighter image than other brands, as is the normal case when using Canon cameras. If you’re used to Canon cameras this will be perfectly normal, but if you’re used to other camera, you can easily alter this with a turn of exposure compensation, or by using Highlight Tone Priority settings.

Auto white balance (AWB) is exceptional, with the camera producing extremely pleasing colours in a wide variety of shooting scenarios. If you wanted to be a little fussy, then you might find colours a little too neutral (rather than warm that many find pleasing) but again this is entirely subjective, and can easily be adjusted by tweaking the “Picture Style” settings. Auto White Balance also gives the option of ‘Ambience’ priority or ‘White priority’ which will be useful for white background product shots.

In-body image stabilisation performed admirably, with the camera producing sharp photos time after time. On default settings the camera would increase the ISO speed rather than let the shutter speed drop too low, helping keep images sharp.

Canon EOS R7: ISO and Noise

Noise performance is particularly well controlled considering the sensor is both smaller than most other APS-C cameras (with a 1.6x crop rather than 1.5x crop), as well as a higher resolution than most other APS-C sensors, meaning the Canon EOS R7 has some of the smallest pixels of any APS-C camera currently available, barring the Fujifilm X-T5.

The camera gives good JPEG results up to ISO 12,800, with few concerns about noise until going above this; ISO 25,600 and above are particularly noise filled. As you’d expect, using ISO 32,000 and ISO 51,200 is to be avoided.

Canon EOS R7: Video

The amount of scene included in the video (the crop factor) depends on what resolution and frame rate options you go for. This also has a knock-on effect on the quality of the image, as only 4K 30fps uses a 7K image downsampled to 4K, and switching to a higher frame rate results in a cropped image. Focus performance during video recording is good, with the camera quickly and accurately focusing on the subject.

* Canon EOS R7 4K Fine 25p Sample video with 18-150mm lens at 54mm, handheld panning, with IS+DIS switched on (standard, not enhanced), IS on (DIS off), and IS switched off.

Editing the video files is a pain-free process with video recorded at roughly 120mbps (4K Fine, 25p, IPB). You can also save custom video modes to three different custom modes found on the mode dial.

4K Fine (IPB) is recorded at 120Mbps, or 170Mbps with C-Log or HDR PQ on, going up to 340Mbps (4K crop, 60p). People, animals and vehicle detection and tracking auto-focus is available while recording video. FullHD high-speed video can be recorded at speeds up to 120fps, so for those looking for 240fps video, you’ll need to look elsewhere.

Canon EOS R7: Value for money

The Canon EOS R7 offers good value for money if you consider it on it’s own, without comparing it to other brands. For example, if you compare it to the cheaper Fujifilm X-T3 , you’ll find that the X-T3 offers a higher resolution electronic viewfinder, CINE video recording, although lacks IBIS (in-body image stabilisation). Another alternative is the Fujifilm X-T4 , which does offer IBIS. The Fujifilm X-S10 is also another very competitively priced option, but while it does have IBIS, it has no weather-sealing.

The other benefit the Fujifilm X-System, Sony E-Mount, and Micro Four Thirds systems have going for them is the vast array of lenses available, in comparison to Canon’s three RF-S lenses. Of course, you can use RF (full-frame) lenses on the EOS R7, however, this defeats the purpose of using a smaller camera system. In comparison, with the Fujifilm X-system and Micro Four Thirds system all lenses have been designed to be the optimal size for the system.

Compared to the Canon EOS 90D , the EOS R7 offers quicker continuous shooting 15/30fps vs 10fps, is smaller and lighter, with significantly more focus points, as well as more advanced focus, but can not match the 1300-shot battery life of the EOS 90D, with 770 shot battery life (LCD), or 500 shot battery life (EVF).

In comparison to the Canon EOS 7D Mark II – which Canon sees the EOS R7 as a replacement for – the R7 again offers faster continuous shooting (15/30fps vs 10fps), a higher-resolution sensor, 4K video, built-in Wi-Fi, a touchscreen and tilting screen, as well as more advanced focus (5915 AF points vs 65). It’s clear that we’ve come a long way since the 7D Mark II was released in 2014!

Canon EOS R7: Verdict

The Canon EOS R7 out-specs all of Canon’s APS-C DSLRs, plus its older EOS M-series mirrorless models. It does this in a lightweight body that handles very nicely, despite its small size. With high-speed shooting, advanced AF tracking, and good battery life, it would make for a great all-round camera, as long as you don’t mind the lack of lens choices, or are happy with using full-frame lenses on the camera.

The Canon EOS R7 does a great job of giving high-speed performance and generally high image quality. However, with the EOS R7, you’re left with the choice of just three APS-C lenses, in comparison to over 40 X-Mount lenses for the Fujifilm X system, over 22 E-Mount (APS-C) lenses for the Sony system, and over 100 Micro Four Thirds lenses for Micro Four Thirds cameras.

Limited lens choice

If you’re a Canon EOS RF system user, who wants a slightly smaller camera body, high-speed shooting, and want to use full-frame lenses with a 1.6x crop, then the Canon EOS R7 could make for an excellent second camera body. If you’re coming to the system with no existing lenses, then make sure you’re happy with the lenses on offer from Canon, as the choice really is limited, unless you use full-frame lenses.

The rear command wheel is another interesting decision, where a standard, normal command wheel would have done the job and been much less awkward to use.

It didn’t take us too long to get used to the command wheel, but with a standard rear dial, we could have picked up the camera and used it straight away, with nothing new to get the hang of. The joystick being in the centre of this dial is also another design annoyance that was avoidable.

The screen looks great, but the electronic viewfinder (EVF) feels a little bit like an afterthought compared to the resolution and magnification on offer in other cameras such as the Fujifilm X-T3/X-T4/X-T5. It’s not a massive issue as the EVF still looks good, and gives accurate colour and exposure information. Image quality is very good, but the best results will need the use a full-frame RF lens or EF lenses with an adapter. It’s a real shame that the only RF-S lenses are zoom lenses designed to be compact, rather than designed for optimum image quality.

Overall, in our time with the Canon EOS R7, the camera performed almost flawlessly, with great results possible; the only issue being the lack of lens choice.

Whether you’re looking for a camera for stills or video, the high-speed and high-quality output of the R7 certainly makes for an appealing camera. However, without additional dedicated lenses it could easily feel limiting.

Find more great Canon cameras in our guide to the best Canon mirrorless cameras .

Related reading:

• Canon EOS R5 review
• Canon EOS R6 Mark II review
• Canon EOS R10 full review

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Specifications

32.5MP Dual Pixel CMOS, 22.3 x 14.8mm

Output size

6960 x 4640

Focal length magnification

Shutter speeds.

30-1/8000 sec mechanical; 30-1/16,000 sec electronic

Sensitivity

ISO 100-32,000 (ISO 51,200 extended)

Exposure modes

PASM, B, Fv, 3x Custom, Scene, Auto

Evaluative, partial, spot, centre-weighted

Exposure compensation

+/3EV in 0.3EV steps

Continuous shooting

15fps (mechanical shutter), 30fps (electronic shutter)

3in, 1.62m-dot Vari-angle touchscreen

2.36m-dot LED, 0.72x equiv magnification

651 (auto), 5,915 (manual)

4K 30p; 4K 60p (1.8x crop); Full HD 120p

External microphone

3.5mm stereo

Memory card

Dual UHS-II SD

LP-E6N rechargeable Li-ion

Battery life

770 shots (LCD), 500 shots (EVF)

132 x 90.4 x 91.7 mm

612g with battery and card

Joshua Waller has been reviewing cameras since 2004, originally setting up an online review site DigiCamReview. Following this he joined ePHOTOzine in 2011 as Technical Editor where he was in charge of reviews, and setting up a detailed test system. Josh joined Amateur Photographer in 2021, and as Online Editor, is responsible for bringing great content to the site, as well as reviewing cameras, lenses, smartphones and more.

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Canon EOS R7 review

The speedy canon eos r7 is a fine camera with one weakness.

TechRadar Verdict

There’s an awful lot to like about the Canon EOS R7 and it feels like the mid-range camera that a lot of Canon fans have been waiting for. It’s fast, has powerful autofocus that keeps up with a range of subjects, produces excellent images, handles well and is priced competitively. At the time of writing, the only drawback is the limited range of native lenses. If Canon can give us some more of these soon, the EOS R7 could deservedly become one of its most popular cameras.

Fast burst shooting

Great value

Good handling

Excellent autofocus and stabilization

Lack of native APS-C lenses

Average electronic viewfinder

Lack of 4K/120p video

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Editor's Note

• Two-minute review
• Release date and price
• Features and performance
• Image and video quality
• Should I buy?
• Also consider

• Original review date: May 2022 • Canon 's first flagship APS-C model for mirrorless • Launch price: $1,499 / £1,349 / AU$2,349 (body only) • Official price now: $1,399 / £1,379 / AU$2,469

Update: February 2024. Canon has filled out its APS-C range of cameras for EOS R mount mirrorless, but the EOS R7 remains the flagship model that still offers excellent value if you don't need full-frame. No other camera in this crop sensor format can better the EOS R7's 32.5MP resolution, and that class-leading detail is supported by excellent in-body stabilization, rapid high-speed shooting and superb autofocus performance. In short, the EOS R7 remains an excellent camera for wildlife and sports photography. Unfortunately there's still a sore lack of native RF-S lenses to choose from. If you're keen on wildlife and looking for a high performance telephoto lens, you'll need to use one of Canon's full-frame RF offerings, like the RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 or the pricier RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L. The uncertainty surrounding the system's lenses is worrying, but the EOS R7 itself is a certainty as one of the best mirrorless cameras in its class. The rest of this review remains as previously published.

Canon EOS R7: Two-minute review

If you're a keen amateur photographer who also likes to shoot video, the Canon EOS R7 is one of the best cameras you can buy and also the sweet spot in the camera giant's EOS R range for amateur shooters. 

Sitting in between classic DSLRS like the Canon EOS 7D Mark II and EOS 90D , it combines Canon's latest Dual Pixel CMOS AF II autofocus system with speedy 15fps burst-shooting speeds (or even 30fps speeds, when you use its electronic shutter). It's pricier than the Canon EOS R10 , but the R7's higher-resolution 32.5MP sensor, in-body stabilization, deeper buffer and dual card slots will justify the cost for many.

Unlike Canon's full-frame cameras, the EOS R7 has an APS-C sensor. While these can't gather as much light as the full-frame sensors seen in cameras like the Canon EOS R6 , they do bring a few benefits – including a smaller, lighter overall camera system and a lower price tag.

For its price, the EOS R7 delivers an impressive range of features that show why it's now Canon's flagship APS-C camera. Unlike the EOS 90D, you get in-body image stabilization (IBIS), which helps preserve image quality when you're shooting handheld. You also get two UHS-II card slots and a solid range of video-shooting specs, including headphone and microphone inputs, plus the ability to shoot uncropped 4K /60p video.

Together, these features make the EOS R7 one of the best mirrorless cameras who can't justify Canon's full-frame models, which share the same RF-mount. But this mount is also, currently, the EOS R7's main weakness – at the time of writing, there are only two native RF-S lenses for this camera's sensor.

One of these lenses is an 18-150mm 'all-rounder' that comes available in a package with the EOS R7, with the other being an 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 kit lens. Other than these two lenses, you have two choices when it comes to optics – use existing full-frame RF lenses, or use either EF or EF-S lenses via the optional EF-to-RF adapter. Neither solution is ideal for keeping things on the light and small side, but hopefully as the system ages, it will also grow to include more options.

Confusingly, you might already be aware of Canon’s 'other' APS-C mirrorless system, which uses the EF-M mount. Lenses from this system are not compatible with the EOS R series' APS-C models, and there’s no way to mount them via an adapter either. Canon has yet to outwardly admit that it’s going to stop making EF-M models. But the arrival of the EOS R7 and EOS R10 means the EF-M series has now likely reached its end.

Aside from this limited range of native lenses, the EOS R7 is otherwise an excellent all-rounder. With up to 30fps shooting combined with Canon’s latest autofocus wizardry, it’s a dream for wildlife, action and sports photographers – especially as that crop sensor will allow you to get closer to the action with your long lenses.

Sensor: 32.5MP APS-C CMOS AF points: 5915 manually selectable, 651 automatic selection Video: 4K/60p, Full HD/60p, High-speed 120p Full HD Viewfinder: 0.39-inch OLED 2.36m-dot resolution Memory card: Double SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-II LCD: 2.95-inch vari-angle touch 1.62m-dot Max Burst: 15fps mechanical shutter (buffer 224 JPEG / 51 raw), 30fps electronic shutter (buffer 126 JPEG / 42 raw) Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Size: 132 x 90.4 x 91.7mm Weight: 612g (inc. battery and SD card)

You also get in-body stabilization (IBIS), something that was missing from Canon's mid-range Canon DSLRs. With up to eight stops of compensation, this is ideal for shooting handheld with slower shutter speeds or in low light. 

The EOS R7 is also a nice little camera to use. You get a reasonably solid and chunky grip, plus a good range of dials and buttons that make it enjoyable to change the settings in different situations. Its vari-angle touchscreen is also helpful for shooting from different angles – and while the electronic viewfinder is a little pedestrian, it does the job. 

Dual UHS-II card slots are a nice bonus for a camera like this (and at this price), hinting it might also be favored by pros looking for a good, fast backup model to their main full-frame body. A range of useful video specifications, including uncropped 4K/60p video, round out the specs sheet nicely to make the R7 a great little all-rounder.

In our real-world tests, the camera produced lovely images in a range of conditions, though as we’d expect it’s not quite on par with full-frame siblings when it comes to low-light or high ISO shooting. 

The main problem is that lack of a real lens system to harness the EOS R7's potential. Having to compromise on lenses from the get-go isn’t ideal, particularly when the likes of Sony and Fujifilm have a solid set of lenses to back up APS-C cameras like the Sony A6600 and Fujifilm X-T5 . But if the R7 and R10 prove to be as popular as Canon surely hopes they will be, that lack of native lenses should become less of a problem in time. 

Canon EOS R7: release date and price

• Available to order now
• $1,499 / £1,349 / AU$2,349 (body only)
• $1,899 / £1,699 / AU$1,959 (with 18-150mm lens)

The Canon EOS R7 is pretty aggressively priced to make it much more appealing to those on a budget, compared to full-frame models. It also compares favorably to other APS-C big-hitters, too. 

The EOS R7 is just a shade more expensive than the three-year-old Sony A6600 . It’s also significantly cheaper than the higher-spec Fujifilm X-H2S , another flagship model with fast-shooting and quick-autofocusing smarts. 

It’s a little closer in price to the Fujifilm X-T5 – the EOS R7 edges it on autofocusing but loses on native lenses, so a decision between the two very much depends on your existing lens collection.

Older full-frame Canon tech, such as the full-frame Canon EOS RP , is available for less than the EOS R7, but uses much older technology that means autofocusing and video is not a patch on the R7.

We’re yet to see a direct 'entry-level' full-frame replacement for the Canon EOS RP, and it's possible that one could be coming in 2023. Right now, there's no real evidence to suggest an EOS RP successor is imminent, and the EOS R7 nicely fills the gap as an affordable mirrorless camera for hobbyists, as long as you prefer the advantages of APS-C cameras over full-frame.

Canon EOS R7 review: design

• Combined control wheel and joystick
• Vari-angle screen and modest viewfinder
• Weather-sealing to same standard as EOS 90D DSLR

Canon has combined elements from both its DSLR line-up and its existing EOS R series cameras to make the EOS R7 both portable and intuitive.

If you’ve used a Canon EOS camera before, you’ll likely be very at home. But even if this is your first time with the brand, it won't be too difficult to find everything you need. Impressively for such a small camera, the EOS R7 manages to include a deep chunky grip, which should prove popular among photographers. At the same time, the overall size of the camera isn't too big for travel shooting.

As you’d expect for a mid-range cameras you don’t get a top-plate LCD for quickly checking settings. The same is true of the full-frame EOS R6, so APS-C users shouldn’t feel too hard done by here. What you do get is a sensibly laid out control system, which includes a mode dial to the right of the viewfinder, a control dial just behind the shutter button and dedicated buttons just behind that for ISO and video recording. 

Flipping to the back of the camera, there’s a joystick-cum-control wheel hybrid that some will love, and others may well hate. It does take some getting used to, especially if you’re an existing Canon owner. But after a few days in its company, it works quite well in tandem with the principal control dial. The dials can be used to adjust shutter speed and aperture – depending on the shooting mode you’re in – as well as flip through menu items and images in playback.

The joystick is ideal for moving the AF point around the frame when shooting through the viewfinder, though you can also use the screen to do this so long as you have 'Touch and Drag' enabled in the main menu.

Other buttons include a four-way d-pad, a useful ‘Q’ button for quickly accessing your common settings, and buttons for playback and deleting photos. Almost all of the controls are found on the right-hand side of the camera, which is ideal for one-handed operation, with the small size of the body meaning everything is within easy reach of your thumb.

If you’re moving to the EOS R7 from a DSLR, one thing you might find yourself getting used to is an electronic viewfinder. The R7’s is arguably a little dated, offering 2.36m-dots, 1.15x magnification and a 120fps refresh rate. But if you’ve never used anything better, then you’ll likely find it perfectly serviceable. Those switching from a DSLR can also switch on OVF (optical viewfinder) simulation, which might help ease you in if you’re not totally convinced about EVFs just yet.

The fully articulating touchscreen is just shy of three inches, but being able to maneuver it into whatever position you need is helpful for video and awkward angle shots. It’s also nice to be able to fold the camera's screen in on itself when carrying it in a bag to keep it free of scratches. A similar standard of weather-sealing to the EOS 90D means the EOS R7 should be able to stand up to a light sprinkling of rain, but we’d probably keep it away from heavy downpours or extensive sea-splashes where possible.

Some had expected the EOS R7 – a camera for wildlife/sports fans – to include a CFexpress slot for ultra-fast shooting. Instead, we get double UHS-II slots. On the one hand, it’s a shame not to have the speeds of CFexpress, but it’s not particularly surprising for an APS-C camera at this price, and it’s undeniably a more straightforward setup. It’s also a lot cheaper to buy SD cards for now, so it’s a better setup for those on a budget.

• Design score: 4.5/5

Canon EOS R7 review: features and performance

• Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, subject recognition and eye-detection
• Up to 30fps shooting with electronic shutter
• 500-shot battery life

The Canon EOS R7 is being heavily targeted towards wildlife and sports shooters, thanks to its high-quality autofocusing and burst-shooting prowess. If you’re coming across from an older DSLR, it's this technology that's likely to impress you the most. It also outshines some of the older EOS R entry-level models, as well as Canon’s EOS M APS-C models, too. 

This power is ably supported by Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, which is Canon’s latest autofocusing system. Broadly speaking, this is something we’ve seen on more advanced full-frame models like the EOS R5 and the EOS R6, which means you get very good performance for the price.

Covering the whole frame, Dual Pixel CMOS AF II also includes clever and useful technology such as intelligent subject-tracking, which can identify animals (dogs, cats and birds), vehicles and people. 

Pro cameras like the EOS R5 and R6 have more AF zones (1,053) than the R7 (651 when the camera is left to automatically select them), so it isn't exactly the same system as Canon's pricier models. But in our tests it kept up extremely well with whatever subject we were trying to follow across the frame, almost unfalteringly so. 

As well as subject-tracking, you'll also see face and eye-detection kick in when you're photographing animals or humans. This also works impressively well  – during our tests, it was able to pick out a bird’s eye from a few hundred meters away and easily track it around the frame.

Similarly, when photographing a dog running around the beach, it did exactly the same – keeping up with a dark eye surrounded by dark fur. Human eyes are just as easily picked out, making it ideal for sports photography and portraits.

Of course, you also need fast shooting speeds for sports and wildlife, and the EOS R7 offers this, too. You get up to 15fps with the mechanical shutter, which is pretty good in itself, but switching to the electronic shutter you get around 30fps. Considering this includes raw shooting and continuous AF, that's excellent for the price. The trade-off is the risk of rolling shutter – which can give slanted vertical lines – but this isn’t something we experienced much.

While 30fps is great, what you don’t get is the same deep buffer such as you’d see on a more expensive model like the EOS R6 or the R5. At 30fps, the camera will need to take a pause after just 42 raw files. But as long as you aren’t too trigger happy and practice controlled bursts, this will be enough for most hobbyist users hoping to catch a specific moment.

It’s worth noting that to take full advantage of these speeds, you’ll need a fast UHS-II memory card. We found when photographing a fast running dog, more shots were in focus than weren’t, making photographing wildlife, sports and action easier than ever before at this price. That said, it's worth noting that the EOS R10 offers a similar hit-rate and is even cheaper than the EOS R7.

The 500-shot quoted battery life is decent for a mirrorless camera. Remember also that this is a lab-specification – in real-world shooting, you can also always eke out more shots if you’re careful with power saving or if you're not doing something power intensive (like shooting 4K video). 

In our tests, the camera always lasted a full day without dropping more than a couple of bars of battery. You can also charge the camera via USB, so if you were particularly concerned, you could always carry a battery pack for power bursts on the go. 

• Features and performance score: 4.5/5

Canon EOS R7 review: image and video quality

At 32.5MP, the EOS R7 has a high megapixel count for an APS-C camera. The advantages of this are that images are beautifully detailed, plus you’ve got good scope for cropping – which often comes in handy when shooting wildlife and action-type subjects. 

The downside of all those pixels crammed onto a fairly small surface area is that low-light shooting can’t compete with full-frame models, or even APS-C models with more modest resolutions. That might not be too much of an issue for most photographers, but there are some instances where it can lead to less than perfect imagery. For example, during our test, we used the RF 600mm f/11 lens.

While this is a great lens for wildlife shooting, thanks to its compact size and long reach (960mm equivalent when mounted to the R7), having f/11 as its maximum aperture generally means using fairly high ISOs, even when light is pretty abundant. 

The resulting photos show a reasonable degree of noise and image smoothing. This isn't too bad when looking at images at small sizes, but is pretty apparent as soon as you view them at full size or scrutinize them closely.

On the whole, though, we’ve been very impressed by the EOS R7's image quality. Colors are rich, warm and attractive, just as we’d expect from Canon. The automatic white balance setting proved a winner in every lighting scenario we threw at it - and you can even ask it to prioritize warm tones or cool tones depending on your preference.

The all-purpose metering mode (known as evaluative metering for Canon cameras) worked well to produce well-balanced exposures, even when presented with high-contrast scenarios.

Raw files show a good amount of scope for making adjustments, allowing you to pull back a good degree of missing detail in lowlights and highlights when you need to. You can also change the balance of smoothing and noise if you’d prefer to see a little more detail than the JPEG output provides.

Video quality is also good, with the benefit of uncropped 4K/60p video with 4:2:2 10-bit color depth. We’ve been critical of Canon’s mid-range (EOS M) mirrorless options for their video limitations for some time, so it’s nice to see a good hybrid camera at a reasonable price. 

Content creators may want to consider the EOS R7, especially considering other useful features include the flip-out screen, mic and headphone sockets. One downside of video is that there’s no 4K/120p mode for slow-mo shooting, but that won’t be a deal-breaker for most. 

• Image and video quality score: 4/5

Should I buy the Canon EOS R7?

Buy it if....

You're on a budget and like wildlife or sports photography With excellent autofocusing, subject-tracking and eye-recognition, the EOS R7 is a bit of a game-changer for Canon users who lack the top-end budgets to buy advanced full-frame models. Having an APS-C sensor is also an advantage for getting closer to the subject without having to invest in ultra-long lenses.

You don’t mind waiting for native RF-S lenses The lens situation as it currently stands is less than ideal. Yes, you can use any of the RF lenses, but in doing so you don’t get the overall small size and weight that an APS-C system would otherwise lend itself to. You can also use DSLR lenses via an adapter, but you'll often run into the same problem again. Hopefully in time, the RF-S system won’t suffer the same fate as EF-M and Canon will invest in a good range of optics. 

You want a small, travel-friendly all-rounder The EOS R7 is being touted as a sports and wildlife-type camera, but it’s also an excellent all-rounder, being well-suited to plenty of other subjects such as landscape. Its small size and the 18-150mm kit lens also make it a good option for travel, with a good range of subjects covered by that focal range.

Don't buy it if...

You’re frustrated by the lack of native RF-S lenses This is a point we’ve mentioned several times, but only because we’ve been burned before by the EOS M system. Right now, sports and wildlife shooters are arguably better served by the likes of the Sony A6600 and the Fujifilm X-H2S, two APS-C systems with an excellent range of lenses. The A6600 isn’t as nice to handle, and the X-H2S is far more expensive, but it really depends what you want (or need).

You crave full-frame or low-light excellence There are lots of advantages to APS-C sensors, but many people will simply desire a full-frame camera. If you’ve been waiting to make the move to mirrorless, you might be more impressed by full-frame options, particularly if you’ve got the budget. And particularly if you shoot full-frame friendly subjects, such as low-light and portraiture. Give good consideration to the type of subjects you choose – as well as the amount you want to spend – before plumping for something like the R7. 

You rarely shoot wildlife and sports Although the EOS R7 is a good all-rounder, where it really shines is keeping up with fast-moving subjects. As such, if you never shoot said subjects, it can be a bit of a waste. You might want to consider either the R7’s sister model, the R10, or look towards entry-level full-frame models which offer higher quality for static subjects such as landscapes.

Canon EOS R7: Also consider

If our Canon EOS R7 review has you considering other options, here are three more mirrorless cameras to consider...

Canon EOS R6 Mark II Although a chunk more expensive than the R7, the R6 Mark II is a fantastic choice for getting you into full-frame photography. Despite its larger sensor, it offers comparable speeds to the R7, with 40fps shooting possible when using its electronic shutter. With improved autofocus from its predecessor and 4K/60p video without a crop, it's effectively a full-frame version of the EOS R7. Read our in-depth Canon EOS R6 Mark II review

Sony A6600 Now a few years old, the A6600 still holds its own when it comes to photographing moving subjects. If sports and wildlife is your cup of tea and you’re disappointed by the number of APS-C lenses currently offered for Canon’s RF mount, then the A6600 should suit you better. Handling isn’t quite as nice, and the single UHS-I card slot is a bit of a let down, though. Read our in-depth Sony A6600 review

Fujifilm X-H2S Up until now, Fujifilm hasn’t been renowned for its sports and action shooting, but all that changes with the X-H2S. Managing to combine power and speed, there’s already a comprehensive set of lenses and accessories for this well-established APS-C system. But the big problem here is the price – for the price of the X-H2S, you can pick up some full-frame rivals, making it an expensive proposition. Read our in-depth Fujifilm X-H2S review

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Amy has been writing about cameras, photography and associated tech since 2009. Amy was once part of the photography testing team for Future Publishing working across TechRadar, Digital Camera, PhotoPlus, N Photo and Photography Week. For her photography, she has won awards and has been exhibited. She often partakes in unusual projects - including one intense year where she used a different camera every single day. Amy is currently the Features Editor at Amateur Photographer magazine, and in her increasingly little spare time works across a number of high-profile publications including Wired, Stuff, Digital Camera World, Expert Reviews, and just a little off-tangent, PetsRadar. 

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Canon EOS R7

EOS R technology meets APS-C design, for a hybrid mirrorless camera that’s small, fast and powerful.

Explore the wild

Where will you go next?

Continuing the legacy of our formidable EOS 7D series cameras, the EOS R7 packs state-of-the-art performance and ferocious speed into a next-generation mirrorless EOS R Series body.

EOS R innovation meets APS-C design

The EOS R7 is built around an APS-C sized sensor, so lenses offer 1.6x more telephoto reach than the equivalent focal length on a full-frame camera. You’ll feel like you’re right next to your subject, able to capture frame-filling animal portraits and powerful action pictures that are full of impact.

Specifications

Dual Pixel CMOS AF II

AF that recognises and tracks people, animals and vehicles

Up to 15fps continuous shooting

Plus 30fps bursts with the camera’s electronic shutter 4

32.5 megapixel APS-C sized sensor

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

-5EV low light focusing 2

Accurate focus in low-light conditions

Standard maximum sensitivity

Full HD up to 120p

For super smooth motion 9

Collaborative IS

Body and lens stabilisation working together for up to 7 stops 3 of protection from camera shake

Video capture

2.36 million dot EVF

With up to 120fps refresh rate 10

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

INTRODUCING THE EOS R7

The next chapter in APS-C camera design

EOS R7 at a glance

Next-generation Auto Focus

With deep learning AI & subject recognition

Next-level image stabilisation

For 7 stops 3 of protection from camera shake with RF-S 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM up to 8 stops 13 with other RF lenses

Speed & performance that will blow you away

The perfect photographic moment can last just fractions of a second, which is why we designed the EOS R7 to be exceptionally fast

The next chapter in image quality

Photos and video that defy expectation

The next big thing in EOS design

New features, instinctive feel

The next word in communication

Share, send, stream and process

Next-generation Auto Focus With deep learning AI & subject recognition

We’ve given the EOS R7 deep learning AI and iTR AF technology you’ll find in our EOS R3, EOS R5 and EOS R6 cameras. This means it can recognise people, animals and vehicles and keep them in pin-sharp focus wherever they move in the frame.

Autofocus that defies expectations

Wildlife photographers will love how the camera recognises birds in flight, keeping them sharp as the fly across the landscape. Sports photographers will relish the ability to track people as they move quickly and unpredictably – even when they’re wearing a helmet, looking in a different direction or turning upside down. The EOS R7’s Dual Pixel CMOS AF II focusing system covers and tracks subjects over virtually 100 per cent of the frame 1 and ensures fast, accurate AF, even when light levels fall as low as -5EV 2 or with maximum apertures as small as f/22.

Next-level image stabilisation For 7 stops of protection from camera shake 3

Imagine being able to shoot long-exposure photos handheld, intentionally blurring moving subjects without reaching for a tripod. Or capturing super smooth video while walking with the camera. The In-Body Image Stabilizer (IBIS) inside the EOS R7 unlocks all kinds of new ways to be creative and might just make you re-consider how you use your camera system.

Keeping it steady, even when you’re not

The camera’s IBIS works collaboratively with the optical IS built into many of our RF lenses. Thanks to the RF mount’s lightning-fast communication speed and wide physical width, up to 7 stops 3 with the RF-S 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM and up to 8 stops 13 with other RF lenses of stabilisation over 5 axes is possible, allowing steady handheld photography of long exposures without any camera shake. And when you’re shooting with non-IS lenses (such as fast primes) the wide lens mount of the EOS R system allows the EOS R7’s IBIS to still deliver highly effectively stabilisation against camera shake.

The system also helps level-up sloping horizons and keep subjects sharp when you’re panning or shooting panoramas.

Rock-steady movies

In next to no time… Speed & performance that will blow you away

The perfect photographic moment can last just fractions of a second, which is why we designed the EOS R7 to be exceptionally fast. Capture RAW, JPEG and HEIF files at a staggering 15fps 6 – or up to 30fps 4 when using the camera’s silent electronic shutter 7 –with continuous AF and AE that reacts constantly as you shoot. A top electronic shutter speed of 1/16,000 sec reveals details that are often missed by the naked eye.

Built to react fast

The camera’s DIGIC X processor delivers swift, lively handling and virtually eliminates viewfinder lag for a truly responsive shooting experience. Up to 42 RAW files and 126 JPEGs can be capture in a single 30fps burst. 8

Fluid motion, captured perfectly on video

When shooting video, frame rates up to 60p are available in 4K, and up to 120p when capturing Full HD footage 9 . Captures moving objects with incredible precision and create super smooth slow-motion effects in post-production.

The next chapter in image quality. Photos and video that defy expectation

Whether you’re shooting stills or video, the EOS R7’s 32.5 megapixel CMOS sensor and DIGIC X image process deliver stunning results. The technical advantages of the EOS R system combine with our expertise in optics and sensor design, giving you image quality better than anything you’ve experienced before.

Image quality beyond expectation

Photos are packed full of detail, colour and dynamic range – even in low light thanks to a max sensitivity of ISO 32,000. Very high-quality 4K video footage can be produced by oversampling 7K sensor output, while Canon Log 3 ensures wide dynamic range and post-shoot editing options.

Taken with EOS R7

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•  1/80
•  32000

The next big thing in EOS design New features, instinctive feel

Take your next creative steps with a camera that puts new technology at your fingertips, yet feels as familiar and instinctive as your DSLR. New design features – like the combined AF point selector and rear control wheel – are joined by classic EOS handling and instantly recognisable menu pages, so you’ll feel at home right from the start.

Electronic viewfinder

Even the stunning 120fps 10 2.36-million dot electronic viewfinder has an OVF Assist mode, which will help those transitioning from DSLR cameras.

Vari-Angle LCD screen

A Vari-Angle LCD screen makes it easy to shoot from difficult angles. Vertical video recording is also supported, making it simple to capture stories for social media.

Combined AF point selector

New design features include the combined AF point selector and rear control wheel.

The APS-C advantage

The EOS R7 is built around an APS-C sized sensor, so lenses have more telephoto ‘reach’ than the same focal length on a full-frame camera. The smaller sensor format also makes the EOS R7 more portable – great when on wildlife trips, photographing air shows, or capturing the action trackside.

Integrate and expand

And talking of lenses, you can bring all of your existing EF and EF-S lenses to the EOS R7 via a choice of Canon mount adapters , where they will perform just as you remember – if not better, thanks to the greater functionality of the EOS R System. You can tailor the EOS R7 to work in just the way you want. Customisable dials and buttons complement custom shooting modes and a programmable My Menu screen.

"HAVING A CAMERA WITH THE SPEED AND REACH OF THE R SYSTEM COMBINED WITH AN APS-C SENSOR IS INCREDIBLE."

The next word in communication Share, send, stream and process

The EOS R7 is a connected camera, able to work hand-in-hand with your smartphone, tablet or computer via the Canon Camera Connect app. A Bluetooth Low Energy link maintains a connection with your smart device so you can browse, download and share full- or reduced-size images and video using Wi-Fi – wherever you are shooting. The EOS R7 is Made for iPhone 11 too, so you can connect using a high-speed USB-C cable. Update your followers on social media with exciting events as they happens, or send pictures directly to a client, if you’re working professionally The EOS R7 even makes it possible to live-stream video to YouTube 5 .

Start your editing workflow early

Built in Wi-Fi makes it easy to connect independently to our online gateway, image.canon, for seamless direct transfer 12 of your images and video clips to cloud storage for review later. Transfer all images, so they’re ready and waiting for you when you get back home, or rate, select and transmit only those pictures you prefer.

Canon aims to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions from its business activities by 2050

We will achieve this by delivering an average improvement of 3% per year in the lifecycle CO2 emissions improvement index per product. Which if sustained would mean roughly a 50% reduction from 2008 levels by the year 2030. We recognise this to be in line with the level of reduction called for by the Paris Agreement. We will continue to undertake target reviews from a long-term perspective as a way of checking our contribution to the realisation of a low-carbon society.

What's in the box

Everything you need to take your next steps in photography and video.

EOS R7 Camera Body

Camera Cover R-F-5

Camera Strap ER-R7

Shoe Cover ER-SC2

Battery Charger LC-E6E

Battery Pack LP-E6NH

Battery Pack Cover

User Manual Kit

Accessories / Lenses / Consumables

RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM

RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM

Speedlite Flash

Speedlite EL-5

Wide-Angle Prime Lens

RF 24mm F1.8 MACRO IS STM

RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM

Ultra-Wide-Angle Zoom Lens

RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM

Lenses for EOS R

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• Applicable when subject frame is shown while tracking and a compatible lens is attached to the camera while the full-range AF is active or the subject is detected successfully in another area mode. For details on supported lenses, refer to [Supplemental Information] for EOS R7 in “cam.start.canon”.
• During still photo shooting, with an f/1.2 lens, Centre AF point, One-Shot AF, at 23°C/73°F, ISO100. Excluding RF lenses with Defocus Smoothing coating
• 7-stops based on the CIPA standard with RF-S 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM at a focal length of 150mm
• Continuous shooting speed may be slower depending on subject/shooting conditions or the camera setup or the lens used, etc.. Refer to Advanced User Guide for details. For information on lenses that support the maximum continuous shooting speed with servo AF, refer to Supplemental Information of EOS R7 on the website “cam.start.canon”. Depending on the nature of subject or shooting conditions, rolling shutter image distortion may occur.
• The livestream service of the camera only supports livestream on YouTube. Before using the livestream service, image.canon registration is required. Check YouTube for the latest requirements. The live streaming on YouTube may be changed, stopped or terminated without notice. Canon assumes no responsibility for any services provided by third parties, including their live distribution on YouTube.
• Continuous shooting speed may vary depending on various conditions, see specifications for details.
• Sounds other than the shutter (aperture, focus lens drive sound, and electronic sound, etc.) may be generated.
• Under Canon testing standards with 32GB UHS-II card (during One-Shot AF, ISO 100, Standard Picture Style) Number of images depends on various settings and lens used. For details on supported lenses, refer to “cam.start.canon”
• In High frame Rate Movie mode sound is not recorded
• The maximum frame rate during AF, half-press of the shutter button, or continuous shooting is 59.94 fps. Note that the display frame rate may be lower depending on the lens you are using and shooting conditions.
• Apple, Apple TV, Apple Watch, iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro, iPhone, and Lightning are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. tvOS is a trademark of Apple Inc.
• Automatic image transfer on camera start-up supported when auto send is enabled. Auto upload does not happen after each individual images but when the camera is powercycled.
• Yaw/Pitch direction, based on the CIPA standard, 8.0 stops with RF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM at a focal distance of 105mm. Depending on the time of purchase, the lens firmware needs to be updated. For details on supported lenses, refer to Supplemental Information of EOS R7 on the website “cam.start.canon”

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Canon EOS R7 Review

Dustin abbott, september 26th, 2022.

The new Canon EOS R7 is an important addition to Canon’s mirrorless lineup for multiple reasons.  First of all it (along with the simultaneously releases R10) help bring APS-C to the Canon RF mount, where lenses like the new 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM (which I simultaneously reviewed) will carry the designation RF-S.  Secondly, the EOS R7 is a spiritual successor to the Canon EOS 7D series, the latest of which (the 7D Mark II was released all the way back in November 2014).  The 7D series was prized by sports and wildlife photographers for its “blazing” 10 FPS (frames-per-second) burst and robust 65 AF point focus system.  It sported a 20.2 MP APS-C sensor.  In essence it brought some of the sporting goodness of the 1Dx series to APS-C at a much more affordable price.

The EOS R7 does the same, porting a lot of the same focus technology and the burst rate of the powerhouse Canon EOS R3 ( my review here ) into a much more compact, affordable APS-C sensor-driven body.  But now instead of 10 FPS we have a 15FPS mechanical shutter but up to 30 FPS electronic shutter burst rate.  Instead of 65 AF points, we have 651 focus zones spread across the entire frame.  Instead of a 20MP sensor, we now have a 32.5MP sensor which is the highest resolution APS-C sensor that I’ve ever tested.  Put simply, there are a lot of good things coming together in the R7 that will undoubtedly make it a very popular camera.

There are a few potential flies in the ointment, however.  As with some other fast burst-rate APS-C cameras (like the Fujifilm XT-3 and XT-4), the relatively shallow buffer depth means that those bursts won’t last very long before the camera has to stop taking photos to write to the buffer.  There are also relatively few lens options in a native RF-S mount, meaning that you are largely going to be dependent on either full frame RF lenses or adapting EF/EF-S lenses at least initially.  I used an RF L series lens (RF 24-105mm F4L IS USM) for my tracking tests so that I could utilize a more robust AF system in the lens to give the camera a better test.

Canon seems like they are going to aggressively limit third party lens options on the Canon RF platform, with first Samyang AF lenses being pulled and now a more recent Viltrox option (the 85mm F1.8 STM lens that I reviewed here ) has been pulled after Canon allegedly threatened them with litigation if they didn’t stop designing and selling RF mount lenses.  We’ve seen no Sigma or Tamron lenses on Canon RF, and the fact that Tamron has recently announced a coming Nikon Z mount lens without an accompanying R-mount lens is a pretty strong indication that they’ve gotten the same word.  That’s a potentially critical blow, as only two RF-S lenses have been announced alongside the R7 and R10, and both of them are kit-type variable aperture zoom lenses.  Canon RF thus far have mostly fallen into one of two baskets:  extremely expensive (L series lenses) or extremely compromised (most non-L lenses) with limited feature sets and lackluster AF systems.

Canon’s development for their first APS-C mirrorless platform (the EOS M system) isn’t overly inspiring.  That system is ten years old and never reached 10 native lenses.  Three of those were kit lenses, only 3 of them were primes, and only one prime lens (32mm F1.4) is considered optically exceptional.  Canon could doom its exciting new camera bodies by another policy of underdevelopment of lenses, particularly if they maintain the policy of barring third party lensmakers from helping to fill the gaps.  My general feeling about Canon over the past two years is that they are developing great camera bodies (I love my EOS R5!) but then crippling them with their lens policies.

I understand that this feels somewhat like a rant, but I do think the discussion is relevant when you are considering a new platform to adopt.  If Canon wants the RF-S mount to flourish, they absolutely have to equip it with excellent lenses at a variety of price points…particularly if they continue to exclude third parties from helping fill that void.

Big picture concerns aside, let’s zoom into the performance of this excellent camera which comes to market at a price point of $1499 USD for the camera alone or $1899 with the very useful 18-150mm IS lens (giving a $100 savings on the lens when buying in kit).  Should you consider purchasing the Canon EOS R7?  You can either watch my video review or read on to find the conclusions to my various tests.

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Canon EOS R7 Build and Features

Some of the key features of the new EOS R7 are broken down here:

• 32.5MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
• Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
• 4K60 10-Bit Video, HDR-PQ & C-Log 3
• 30 fps E. Shutter, 15 fps Mech. Shutter
• 2.36m-Dot OLED EVF
• 1.66m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD
• Sensor-Shift 5-Axis Image Stabilization
• Dual UHS-II Memory Card Slots
• Multi-Function Shoe, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

That’s an impressive lineup of features in a camera that costs $1500 and certainly gives it some features to boast against the competition.  It has a higher resolution sensor than the X-T4 and Sony a6600, faster burst rates than any current Sony APS-C bodies, and higher video specs than Sony bodies as well.  The X-T4 is the closest match in terms of specs (though at a $200 price premium), but in practice the EOS R7 easily bests the tracking performance of the X-T4 and has a much more intuitive focus system in general.  I’ve used all of the primary competitors to the EOS R7, and if we are simply talking about a camera in isolation, I would take the EOS R7 over any of the competitors.  * I don’t refer to Nikon options in my review because I don’t test Nikon and simply am not familiar with their offerings.  It’s not an intentional slight .

The EOS R7 ticks nearly all the boxes that I would reasonably expect to see on a camera like this and in a body that feels more comfortable in my hand than any of the main competitors.  Most noticeable is the depth of the grip (91.7mm/3.6”) which fits into my hand very nicely and makes it far more likely that I could easily support a heavier lens attached to the body.  This is a massive difference from either the Fuji X-T4 (63.8mm) or the Sony a6600 (69.3mm).  In fact, the EOS R7 is most similar in body size to the Canon EOS RP full frame model, with an identical width of 132mm (5.2”) and with the EOS R7 being slightly taller at 90.4mm (3.6”) vs 85mm (3.3”) for the EOS RP.  The RP has a grip depth more similar to the Fuji and Sony bodies, though, at 70mm (2.8”).  The EOS R7 feels a little less substantial than my R5 (138 x 97.5 x 88mm), but more similar in ergonomics to the that camera than to the APS-C competition, which I consider a very good thing.  The new EOS R10 is more similar in size to the Sony and Fuji APS-C bodies.

That means that we have an APS-C model that is closer in size to a full frame camera, and whether or not that is a good thing really depends on what your priorities are.  If you want to travel every light, the EOS R10 is the lightest of these competitors at just 382g for the body only.  Surprisingly, however, the EOS R7 is not much heavier than the Fuji and Sony bodies, with the R7 tipping the scales at 530g/1.2lb with the body only or 612g (1.3lb) with battery and memory cards inserted.  The Fuji X-10 weights 526g for the body only and no one would be able to really detect that 4g difference.  The Sony is a little lighter at 503g with the battery and memory card (singular) inserted.  If your priority is a camera that feels good in the hands and has superior ergonomics, however, the Canon is an easy winner in my estimation.

Those good ergonomics carry on to the controls, which are a mix between the RP and the R6.  At the back we have the D-Pad around the Q/Set button, and I always miss the Canon wheel that is there on bodies like the R5/R6 when it is missing.  But Canon has also given us something more than what the RP had by adding a new control wheel around the joystick that lies in a similar position to that on the R5/R6. 

That wheel is in place of the one typically found on the rear of the top plate, and that typical dial position is now occupied with a new On/OFF/Video switch.  The place where the ON/OFF switch typically resides on the left side of the viewfinder is now empty.  The ability to switch directly into video mode is a positive one, though you will have to learn to avoid going past “ON” into video mode.

Most of the other controls are similar to many other Canon models, though there is no dedicated magnification button.  You magnify via clicking the joystick in (a redundant control on my R5).  Most of the typical Canon buttons are there in roughly similar positions with mild reshuffling to suit the unique curves of the body.

Also present is a 3” articulating LCD touchscreen with a 1.62 million dot resolution.  This matches what is found on the Fuji X-T4 and bests the resolution on either the a6600 or the R10.  Canon’s LCD screens remain the best in terms of touch performance, with very quick reaction times and good sensitivity.  Canon’s menu design is also perhaps the friendliest to navigate by touch.

The viewfinder is an OLED electronic viewfinder with a 2.36 million dot resolution.  That is lower than the resolution found on the X-T4 and equal to the resolution of the other competitors.  It is adequate but not special in terms of resolution, thought it does offer better magnification (1.15x) and good responsiveness.  The position of the eyecup is much better than what is found on the a6600 and it is tops in comfort when pressing the eye against it.

The left size port organization is highly similar to many of Canon’s cameras and unfortunately continues the trend of having flaps (hard to keep out of the way) instead of doors that can be smoothly opened (and left open when desired).  The selection of ports is superior to the competitors and includes both a headphone monitoring port along with a microphone out.  There is a USB Type-C port for communication and charging (PD standard required in the power source, though fortunately that is becoming increasingly ubiquitous).  We have a remote cable release port and a micro-HDMI video out.  That latter is Canon standard and is rarely anyone’s favorite for the simple reason that micro-HDMI is more flimsy than larger HDMI ports.  It’s worth noting that micro-HDMI is the standard in this class, however, which certainly isn’t true of competitors to bodies like R3 and R5.

On the right side of the camera lies the memory card slots, which are covered by an actually door that opens and closes with precision by sliding it towards the rear of the camera where it then releases and opens wide.  Inside there are two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots that are UHS-II compatible for increased speed.  That matches the X-T4 and beats the single slot found in either the a6600 or R10.

Up front we have a new feature that I hope rolls out into all of Canon’s future bodies, and that is a new dial flanking the programmable button that has traditionally been a depth-of-field preview button on Canon cameras of the past.  That dial is an AF/MF switch which allows for a quick, direct way of controlling that function without going into the menus (assuming the lens doesn’t have an AF/MF switch).  This could suggest that we won’t see an AF/MF switch on RF-S lenses (that’s true for the first two announced).  There’s the standard lens release button, and, if there is no lens in place and the camera is powered off, you’ll see that it has the active sensor protection of the shutter staying down to keep dust off the sensor.  This featured was pioneered by Canon on the original EOS R and has since spread to other camera makers.

The top plate is fairly simple.  There is no LCD screen as seen on the higher end Canon bodies, but a functional mode dial sits next to the viewfinder.  And frankly, between the new video selector switch and this mode dial I think you can actually select what you want to do quicker and more intuitively than on my Canon R5 and it’s more complicated system.  The “hot-shoe” is now called a “multi-function shoe” as it is also compatible with recording digital audio through certain mics. There are four different buttons (customizable), the front dial above the shutter and then the nicely responsible shutter button.

As noted in the intro, there is both a manual and electronic shutter option.  The manual shutter is rated for 200,000 actuations.  I don’t love the sound/action of this shutter as it sounds less “definite” than the shutter on the R5 or R6.  You can hear it in action in my video review.  The electronic shutter is completely silent (a white square on the viewfinder or LCD pops up showing that an image is being taken).  There are a few limitations to electronic shutters that are better mitigated in higher end cameras than what we see here.  A slower readout can result in a bit of rolling shutter effect (some slight bending of straight lines when panning), and features like anti-flicker technology and flash photography are not available when the electronic shutter is engaged.  I recommend using the mechanical shutter most of the time and using the electronic shutter when you either need  the quiet or the additional burst rate speed.  One positive is that the mechanical shutter gives an upper limit of 1/16,000 th second rather than 1/8000 th .

The EOS R7 uses the familiar Canon LP-E6N battery back that is also found in the R5 and R6.  This has a capacity of 2130mAh and is rated for 770 shots for the LCD, though it isn’t difficult to exceed that rating.  This is very competitive with the competing models we are considering.

The EOS R7 does have some decent communication options including wireless LAN and Bluetooth 4.2.  Interestingly, you can plug it directly into a phone with a MiFI-certified cable (USB-C port).

The weather sealing is of the mostly magnesium alloy body is said to be comparable to that found on the 90D, which is to say good but not at the higher levels found on the R3/R5/R6. 

The EOS R7 is equipped with Canon’s excellent IBIS (In-Body-Image-Stabilization).  This provides a lot of camera shake correction in body and will offer even more when paired with a lens equipped with IS.  I used the RF 24-105mm F4L IS, for example, and Canon says that combination is good for up to 8 stops of correction at the telephoto end.  I don’t ever achieve that level of correction myself, but I can say that Canon’s system works extremely well.  Canon gives a breakdown of how different lenses perform with the IBIS on the R7: 

Handheld results for photos and videos show a degree of stabilization that I think trumps what I see from other systems.  I definitely love IBIS, and Canon does it as well or better than anyone.  Here’s a shot at 1/13th second and 135mm:

One final new feature worth touting is an Auto Level option.  This is perfect for those of you who can never quite get the horizon straight in your photos, as the actual sensor will rotate to level when this setting is engaged, assuring that you can level horizons.  There are limits to this, obviously, and those limits include extreme tilts (the sensor can only rotate so far) and things like electronic first curtain shutter and high-speed burst rates are disabled.  I think most people would consider that an acceptable trade-off for this genuinely useful feature.

Overall I found that I enjoyed using the EOS R7.  It feels very good (and familiar) in the hands, though I did have to do a bit of adjusting to the new wheel/joystick combination.  It’s ergonomically sound if not familiar, so I think that muscle memory will easily come.  Canon does a good job with ergonomics, and the EOS R7 is no exception.

Canon EOS R7 Autofocus Performance

As noted in the intro, the EOS R7 inherits much of its focus system from the EOS R3.  That’s not to say that the systems are identical (the imaging system and processing speed isn’t the same even if the raw specs are).  This is a Dual Pixel CMOS AF system with 651 AF areas (Canon claims 5915 manually selectable AF points, but that strikes me as more marketing than practical).  More importantly the coverage is near 100% of the sensor, meaning that tracking is effortless and not limited by keeping your subject in a certain position in the frame.

Once again I turned to my friends at Jengar Goldens ) to supply subjects for my tests as I like to do when testing telephotos and their tracking capabilities.  I provide photos for the breeder, and they provide the subjects for my tests.  It works out nicely for both of us.  I used the Canon RF 24-105L for this session because it has a more robust focus motor than the 18-150mm that I used for most of the review.  A better lens choice still would have been either the 70-200mm F2.8L or the 100-500L, but, put simply, those lenses have proven too expensive thus far to end up in my personal kit…so I used what I had!  For this particular series of tests I shot 307 frames during the quick test (I was testing multiple pieces of gear during the session) at 105mm.  I looked through each frame at 100% magnification and assess it a 1-5 star rating.  5 star being perfectly focused, 3-4 being acceptably focused, and 1-2 being out of focus.  188 of the shots received a 5 star rating, 83 of them received a 3-4 star rating, and 34 received a 1-2 star rating.  The vast majority of the misses were when the subjects got close to the camera, which is pretty typical. I also saw several situations where focus got off (typically backfocused) and stayed stuck there without coming back to the fast moving subjects.

That performance wasn’t as strong as what I saw with either the R3, R5, or R6, but the lens could have been a factor.  I do suspect that better results could easily be had with a more dedicated telephoto lens.  Like the EOS R3, however, I was very pleased with the level of engagement represented in the viewfinder.  There was always a clear indicator of where focus and what was being tracked.  Eye AF is clearly shown, and I know from experience with these other cameras that this focus system is capable of extremely good tracking performance.

I also shot softball with the 18-150mm, and this slower moving sport proved to be easy for the tracking system to keep up with.

Eye AF worked very well whether it was animal, bird, or human subjects.

I also noted when doing some video work that Canon’s intelligent tracking works very well.  If you click on a subject and select it you can easily move around the scene while keeping focus on the desired location.

My autofocus accuracy in general was very good, and while the tracking results were good (that’s a nearly 89% acceptably focused rate), I felt like the perfectly focused results could have been a little better.  I would love to revisit the tracking of the camera with a great RF-S telephoto in the future, but right now no such lens exists.  

My main negative to report from tracking in terms of my real world assessment was that the EOS R7 suffers from a similar shortcoming to its competitors, namely that the buffer depth isn’t really fast enough to keep up with the amazing burst rate.  When shooting RAW files, for example, the rating is for 42 frames, which at 30FPS takes less than 1.5 seconds.  You get a little more breathing room when shooting with the mechanical shutter, where you get up to 51 RAW images, and, because you are shooting at 15 FPS, you get over 3 seconds of burst before you hit a buffer limit.  Shooting in CRAW (a lossless compressed format which is my go-to on Canon cameras) dramatically improves the buffer depth, with up to 93 shots in electronic (30FPS) mode and 187 when shooting the mechanical shutter.  Shooting Fine JPEGs at 30FPS yields 126 shots and that figure jumps to 224 shots when shooting the mechanical shutter at 15FPS.  Here’s an official chart from Canon that illustrates the various burst options.

In real world shooting, however, I did notice that buffer limit.  The dog sequences often take more than three seconds to track from beginning to end, so I did run into situations where the camera stopped taking images before I was finished with my tracking sequence, and it can take a little time (10+ seconds) before the buffer is cleared and the camera is ready to capture more action.  I would definitely recommend A) using a fast memory card (V90 rated) and B) shooting in CRAW or JPEG when capturing high speed action to assure that you capture everything you want.  You’ll want to be a little selective on when you push the shutter button, as things do fill up fast.  That’s one of the primary places where the higher end bodies (like the R3 and even the R6) definitely distinguish themselves.  To be fair, however, the EOS R7 is at least as good as competitors like the X-T4 or a6600 in terms of buffer depth.

All told, this is an extremely good focus system that makes old systems like those found in the 7D Mark II seem very antiquated by comparison in tracking ease.  If you can’t get your shot with the focus system in the Canon EOS R7, it’s far more likely to be a problem with the photographer than it is with the camera!

Video Performance

It seems like no camera is complete these days without some degree of advanced video specs, and the EOS R7 is no different.  The highlight spec here is that the R7 can record 4K60 video with 7K oversampling due to the high resolution of the sensor.  That produces highly detailed footage that is further benefitted from the great autofocus and IBIS system in the camera.  Here’s a look at the various video formats available on the EOS R7 (from Canon’s “white paper” on the camera).

We have thankfully passed the era where video recordings were artificially limited at the 29:59 minute mark, so recording will (in theory) continue until the memory card is filled, as shown by this chart.

At higher bitrates where more heat is generated, you might see an earlier shutdown due to heat.  It is estimated that this comes no sooner than around one hour, so it is unlikely to be a serious issue for anyone.  Canon seems to have found a way to resolve the overheating issues that plagued the EOS R5 initially via firmware, so the EOS R7 almost certainly benefits from that same innovation.  There is a Heat Control submenu that gives you options on how you want the camera to handle heat related issues.

As noted, 4K recording is limited to 60FPS, but 120FPS is available at Full HD (1080P) for serious slow-motion work.  We would all love to have 4K120, of course, but these video specs are well in line with the competition in the market.  The EOS R7 also includes Canon Log 3 (enables a consistent standard for grading) and HDR PQ for higher dynamic range footage.  Here’s a frame from some 4K footage from the camera.

One final video positive is that the video position on the On/Off switch enables completely different menu settings and customized buttons from the standard photography position.  All in all, the EOS R7 adds a robust suite of video functions to its equally robust stills performance.

Canon EOS R7 Sensor Performance

The Canon EOS 90D and M6 MK II debuted during a time when I didn’t have reliable access to Canon loaners, so I missed out on reviewing either of them, which means that I’ve never tested a Canon APS-C sensor with this high of resolution.  I’ve never tested any APS-C camera of any brand with this high of resolution, actually.  32.5 Megapixels is extremely high resolution, and this results in more pixels packed onto a sensor area than any camera I’ve tested before (32.5MP on an APS-C sensor is denser than 100MP on a Fuji medium format camera or the 62MP of a Sony full frame sensor).  32.5MP works out to file dimensions of 6960 x 4640 pixels (3:2 Aspect Ratio).  File options include RAW, CRAW, JPEG, and HEIF formats.  Here’s a breakdown of the various aspect ratios and dimensions available.

Canon used to offer Medium and Small RAW options but in more recent years has elected utilize their extremely efficient CRAW (Compressed RAW) option, which is a lossless compressed file that delivers both great efficiency in terms of file size but also very high quality.  It is my go-to option in my cameras, as a lot of tests over the past few years have demonstrated that it is near impossible to spot any differences from the full size uncompressed RAW options.  So, while offering near equal quality, CRAW delivers files that are only about 54% of the size of the uncompressed RAW options.  At ISO 100, for example, an uncompressed RAW file will be around 40MB, while the CRAW file is a relatively diminutive 21.5MP.  Canon .CR3 “wrapper” is extremely efficient as well, delivering smaller file sizes in general relative to competitor’s RAW files.  This certainly helps in mitigating one of the primary downsides of high resolution cameras.

Experience says that there are a few other negatives associated with high resolution, including the fact that flaws are more obvious due to them covering more pixels.  This could include things like optical shortcomings in lenses (more obvious chromatic aberrations, image softness, etc…) or something like motion blur due to either movement of the subject or the shaking of hands.  Good IBIS can help the latter but not the former, so sometimes you need to keep the shutter speed up a little higher with higher resolution cameras.  The final main issue is that diffraction comes earlier on sensors with a lot of pixels packed on them.  The antidote to this is to try to keep your aperture at larger rather than smaller sizes.  I typically recommend that photographers avoid anything smaller than F11, as F16 and smaller typically delivers images that are obviously softer and lower contrast.

I don’t personally find that any of these potential negatives outweigh the extreme positives of higher resolution, however, and I personally choose to shoot with high resolution cameras almost exclusively.  One huge factor on a sports and wildlife oriented camera like this is that larger files allow for deeper cropping while still retaining good resolution and the ability to print or showcase your work.  These running puppies are cute, but they are even cuter when zoomed in closer.

How about this landscape shot, where a deep crop allows for a more intimate view of the early morning mist over the rocks while still allowing for about 11MP of resolution left:

There are many ways that having higher resolution is beneficial, and I think Canon made the right call with going with higher resolution on the EOS R7.

My early assumption was that this 32.5MP sensor was the same one in the 90D and M6II, but Canon states that this is a newly developed sensor for the EOS R7.  I’m fairly confident that there is some shared architecture, but obviously Canon has made some tweaks to allow for strong performance here.  This is a sensor that will allow for good resolution, good dynamic range, and also a fairly strong performance for higher ISO settings.

We’ll break those things down in a little more detail here.

Dynamic Range

I’ve taken to referring to the charts over at Photons to Photos as a quick reference to supplement my own tests.  According to them, the dynamic range performance of the EOS R7 is very slightly less than either the Fuji X-Trans sensor (X-T4) and the Sony (a6600) at most ISO settings.

They rate the EOS R7 at a maximum of 10.49 stops, the X-T4 at a maximum of 10.45 stops (the Fuji has a maximum ISO setting of 200, which limits it a bit), and the Sony is rated the highest at 10.97 stops.  So, at most, there is roughly a half stop between the EOS R7 and the Sony sensor.  It is worth noting that they rate the similar resolution sensor in the 90D and M6 MK II at only 10.06 and 10.08 stops, so that does lend credence to Canon’s claim that this is a new and unique sensor.

For my tests, I establish a base exposure (neutral or correct) and then subsequently under and overexpose the image by progressive stops.  I typically go as high as 4 stops of overexposure and 5 stops of underexposure as modern cameras tend to be better at recovering shadows than they do highlights.  I then add or remove the appropriate stops of light in post to see how the sensor does in recovering the lost information.  Here’s a look at the properly exposed image for reference:

We will examine how the colors are retained, the purity of the shadows and highlights, and how noise impacts the image. 

As noted, modern cameras are typically very good at recovering shadows.  At four stops of underexposure the unrecovered photo shows deeply crushed shadows and very little of the subject visible, but the shadows are easily and cleanly recovered by adding those four stops of light back into the photo.  The end result is a photo that looks largely like the original (correct) exposure.

Essentially the only “damage” relative to the correct exposure is a bit of additional noise, but it is fine noise that I don’t find very destructive.

We find the limit between 4 and 5 stops, however, where I start to see the familiar signs of things falling apart.  The noise pattern becomes much heavier, there’s a noticeable green color shift, and there is some blotchy color banding scattered throughout the image.  You can see how clean the 4-stop recovery on the left is relative to the 5-stop recovery on the right.

So, shadow recovery is good, but there is a limit to how far you can go without penalty.

How about highlights?  We will now reverse the process.  I’ve gradually overexposed a series of images, one stop at a time, and then attempted to recover the highlights in post.  Typically you will start to see the image fall apart after a few stops in a couple of ways:  1) certain colors are lost and are not recoverable, and 2) information will be lost in blown highlights that isn’t recoverable. 

I was pleasantly surprised here and feel like this is where the strength of the sensor is.  I’ve seen clean recovery of 5 stops of underexposure, so I wasn’t wowed there, but I felt like the three stops of overexposure recovery was really quite good.  It isn’t perfect (there are a few blown highlights that didn’t retain all their texture), but most of the color swatches are still clean and the majority of the highlights have been recovered.

As before, there is a big difference between the result I’ve shown you and going one stop further.  You can see in this crop that at 4 stops of highlight recovery colors have been lost, textures have lost, and the image has taken on a dull and faded look.

That’s a better-than-expected result in the highlights, however, and that can pay real dividends in photos.  Take this casual shot of two girls at a picnic.  It had both crushed shadows information because of the bright sky behind them, and also blown highlights that left the sky featureless.  But all it took was moving the highlight and shadow recovery sliders a bit in Lightroom to return some features to the sky and to open up their clothes and faces.  No fancy editing – just moving the sliders.  The end result looks natural and improved.

I found in general that I was able to edit images to a look that I liked, so I’m satisfied with the dynamic range here even if it isn’t quite class-leading.

ISO Performance

In a perfect world we could all shoot in perfectly lit scenes, but reality dictates that sometimes we have to shoot in lower light situations.  The EOS R7 has good low light autofocus (with sensitivity down to EV -5), but raising the ISO results in some damage to the image.  We saw from the chart above that while the dynamic range at ISO 100 is nearly 10.5 stops, by ISO 25,600 that DR has dropped to just slightly over 3 stops.  Raising the ISO also results in increased noise, potential color banding and color shift, and loss of contrast.

I compared each stop of ISO in the standard range to the base ISO of 100.  Through ISO 3200 the results remain extremely clean, with only a very small amount of fine noise creeping in.

At ISO 6400 things look fine on a global level with no real apparent difference between base ISO and ISO 6400:

At a pixel level, however, you can see some obvious noise that is rougher than what you’ll see at ISO 3200:

There’s no color shift of banding anywhere, though, so I’d still consider this very usable.  The same is largely true at ISO 12,800 as well, though rising noise levels and unevenly lit pixels result in the shadows not being as dark:

It’s still usable, however.  That’s only true to much lesser extent at ISO 25,600, however, and by the native limit of ISO 32,000 the growing image destruction makes ISO 12,800 look downright clean.

I would call ISO 12,800 the practical limit in most situations, which is pretty typical.  The Fuji X-T4 has a native limit of ISO 12,800, so at least the with the EOS R7 you have the option to go higher in the native range if absolutely necessary.

Image Quality Summary

I’m generally happy with the performance of the sensor on the EOS R7.  I’m more of a full frame person for a variety of reasons, but I didn’t really feel like my images from the EOS R7 felt much different to edit and view than what I’m accustomed to.  I enjoy the higher resolution point and felt like Canon has done a good job of keeping a high standard of dynamic range and ISO performance despite the massive amount of pixels squeezed onto that sensor.

Images have good color (a typical Canon strength), good detail, and are pleasant to edit.

All told, this is probably the best APS-C sensor from Canon that I’ve ever tested and is among the best APS-C sensors I’ve seen, period.

In conclusion, the Canon EOS R7 is a lot of camera for a reasonable amount of money.  It has a lot going for it, from the blistering burst rate in either mechanical (3FPS faster than the EOS R3) or electronic shutter mode to the excellent, high resolution 32.5MP sensor.  This is a tool that makes it easy to capture images in a wide variety of situations.

The focus system is largely borrowed from the EOS R3, which means that it is among Canon’s best, and the great focus and blistering frame rate is held back only by buffers that fill a little too quickly.

Canon does ergonomics extremely well, and the EOS R7 feels great in the hand and is intuitive to operate.

At a price point of $1499 USD, this is the spiritual successor of the very popular 7D series.  It is reborn in mirrorless form and is all the better for it.  The EOS R7 does things the 7D could only dream of, and despite a decade of inflation since the last 7D model, the price remains the same.  Canon has jumped into the RF APS-C space very ably, but now they need to fully commit with a wide range of RF-S lenses that will make the system – and not just the camera – competitive.

• The most feature-rich APS-C camera Canon has ever delivered
• Great ergonomics – easy to learn, easy to love
• Canon’s IBIS system is excellent
• Fabulous focus system that makes tracking or portraits effortless
• Great eye tracking for humans, animals, birds, and cars
• Articulating touchscreen is high resolution and highly responsive
• Great resolution 
• Blazing burst rates in either mechanical or electronic shutter mode
• Great number of video options and resolutions
• Good ISO performance and dynamic range
• Very few RF-S lens options at launch and no third party options
• Buffer is quickly filled at fast burst speeds

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• Mirrorless Cameras
• High Image Quality with a 32.5 Megapixel (APS-C) CMOS Sensor
• High-Speed Shooting
• Blazing Fast Autofocus
• 5-axis In-body Image Stabilization with auto-level technology 6

Terms The following are the terms and conditions ("Terms") for the Canon U.S.A., Inc. Auto Replenishment System (the "Service"). These Terms are between you and Canon U.S.A., Inc. ("Canon USA," "we" or "us") and govern your and our respective rights and obligations relating to the Service. Please note that your use of the Service is also governed by Canon Direct’s  Terms of Use  and our Privacy Statement, each of which (as changed over time) are incorporated into these Terms, and all of which govern our respective rights and obligations concerning the Service. By placing an order through, or otherwise using, the Service, you accept, and agree to be bound by, these terms, conditions, limitations and requirements. Please read these Terms carefully. Service We reserve the right to change the Service benefits, including discount amounts and eligibility used to determine discount amounts, at any time in our sole discretion. All such changes will apply to future orders. When you are enrolled, the Service will automatically create a new order for Eligible Products according to the shipment schedule applicable to the frequency of the Service you have selected, until you cancel. We may, in our sole discretion, terminate your enrollment at any time without notice. If we do so, you will only be charged for orders that have been shipped to you. Eligible Products The eligible products that may be ordered through the Service (the identity of which are subject to change) are set forth on the product detail page on the Canon Direct website (shop.usa.canon.com) with the option to select the Service displayed (each, an "Eligible Product"). Your participation in the Service is personal to you, and you may not assign or transfer your enrollment, or any of the benefits of the Service, to any third party without our authorization. The Service is only available to customers with shipping addresses in the 50 United States and the District of Columbia. Offers, Orders and Returns Discounts and any limited time promotions associated with the Service apply only to Eligible Products displaying the offer message on the product detail page on the Canon Direct website (shop.usa.canon.com). Discounts and any amounts from limited time promotions that apply to your order, if any, and which are still in effect, will be automatically deducted from your order. Some offer details may change as you receive deliveries over time (for example, price, taxes, availability, and shipping charges). If an Eligible Product is unavailable when we plan to ship it, we will notify you that we are unable to process your order, and we will wait to process your order until the next scheduled shipping date when the Eligible Product is available. When the Eligible Product becomes available, the price will be the price when you ordered it, regardless of when it becomes available. Returns of Eligible Products under the Service are subject to our  return policy . Service enrollments are void where prohibited. Enrollment As part of your enrollment in the Service, you will be required to register with us so that your printer can be identified as participating in the Service. Instructions for registering your printer are contained in the introductory email sent to you after you apply for enrollment in the Service, as well as in the "My Account" section of the Canon Direct website (shop.usa.canon.com). You will be required to accept terms and conditions provided by our parent company, Canon Inc., as part of registering your printer. Canon Inc. will notify us when an ink or toner cartridge reaches a certain low ink/toner threshold, and we will fill an order for the ink or toner and ship it to you under these Terms. Information provided to us and Canon Inc. may be stored on servers outside of the United States and will be subject to our Privacy Statement. It's possible that your order for Eligible Products will not arrive prior to running out of ink or toner where your use was more than usual, particularly if such greater use occurred over 1 or 2 days. Payment and Cancellation The total cost charged to your payment method for each order under the Service will be the cost of the Eligible Product on the day that order is processed, less any discount offered as a percentage or dollars off at the time you registered, plus any applicable sales tax. We reserve the right to modify or cancel any discount offered at the time you registered for the Service, with notice to you, and future orders fulfilled under the Service will reflect any such change. For each Eligible Product shipped under the Service, you authorize us to charge the payment method used when you enrolled unless otherwise directed by you. If we are unable to complete your order with the payment method you used when you enrolled, we will not fulfill the order and will notify you that your payment method needs to be updated. Your enrollment in the Service will remain in effect until it is canceled. You can cancel or modify your enrollment at any time via the "My Account" section of the Canon Direct website (shop.usa.canon.com). If you cancel or modify your enrollment after an order has been processed, you will be charged for the order as processed. If the discount for such Eligible Product changes, the new discount will be applied to your future shipments of that Eligible Product. If, after enrollment, you are no longer in possession of your printer for any reason (e.g., due to warranty return, replacement, or exchange), the total cost for the Service will continue to be charged to your payment method until you cancel your enrollment. No refunds will be granted because of your failure to cancel your enrollment in such situation. Your rights under these Terms will automatically terminate without notice if you fail to comply with any of its terms and conditions. In the event of such termination, we may immediately revoke your access to the Service. Our failure to insist upon or enforce your strict compliance with these Terms and will not constitute a waiver of any of our rights. Changes to Terms We may, in our sole discretion, change these Terms without notice to you. If any change to these Terms is found invalid, void, or for any reason unenforceable, that change is severable and does not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining changes or conditions. YOUR CONTINUED PARTICIPATION AFTER WE CHANGE THESE TERMS CONSTITUTES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE CHANGES. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ANY CHANGES, YOU MUST CANCEL YOUR ENROLLMENT. Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liability WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, CONCERNING THE SERVICE INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WITHOUT LIMITING THE PRECEDING SENTENCE, UNLESS OTHERWISE REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL OUR, OR OUR LICENSORS’, AGGREGATE LIABILITY UNDER THESE TERMS WITH RESPECT TO ANY CLAIM EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00).

Return Policy

The Canon Online Store will accept, for return or exchange, defective or unopened merchandise purchased at the Canon Online Store, subject to the exceptions and timeframe for returns listed below: All merchandise returned to the Canon Online Store must be in the original packaging with all original items (such as manuals, cables, etc.) accompanying the merchandise and a copy of the invoice/packing slip included to be eligible for return or exchange. Shipping and handling fees from your original order will not be refunded, unless the merchandise is determined by the Canon Online Store, in its sole discretion, to be defective.

See Return Policy for complete information.

With a 15 FPS mechanical shutter, the high-performance EOS R7 is the most advanced APS-C camera from Canon. Featuring a high-speed shooting 32.5 MP sensor, in-body stabilization up to 7 stops with coordinated control IS1, and 4K60p video, it offers maximum versatility for capturing photo and video of fast action, wildlife, and everything in between. The perfect all-around camera for dedicated professionals and advanced hobbyists alike.

Technical Specifications

• SD card speed class-compatible.
• Compatible with UHS-II
• Eye-Fi cards and Multimedia cards (MMC) are not supported.

Image Sensor

• Removes dust adhering to the low-pass filter.
• At power off only / Enable / Disable. Performed automatically (taking about approx. 2 sec. as indicated on the screen) or manually (taking about approx. 7 sec. as indicated on the screen).
• After manually activated cleaning, the camera will automatically restart (Power OFF to ON).
• When [Multi Shot Noise Reduction], [Multiple exposures], or [HDR mode] is set, [Clean now] and [Clean manually] cannot be selected.
• The coordinates of the dust adhering to the low-pass filter are detected by a test shot and appended to subsequent images.
• The dust coordinate data appended to the image is used by the EOS Canon Digital Professional Software to automatically erase the dust spots.
• Not available in focus bracketing, RAW burst mode, or multiple-exposure shooting.
• Manual cleaning (by hand)

Recording System

• Values for Recording Pixels are rounded to the nearest 100,000th.
• RAW/C-RAW images are generated at 3:2, with information added about the specified aspect ratio, and JPEG images are generated at the specified aspect ratio.
• These aspect ratios (M / S1 / S2) and pixel counts also apply to resizing.
• The numbering of captured images continues even after you replace the card.
• When you replace the card, the numbering will be reset to start from 0001. If the new SD card already contains images, the numbering will continue from the last recorded image in the card.
• Fine Detail
• User Defined 1-3

White Balance

• Auto (Ambience priority/White priority)
• Tungsten light
• White fluorescent light
• Custom 2 (Custom WB)
• Color temperature
• Corrected in reference to the current WB mode's color temperature.
• Blue/amber and magenta/green shift can be set at the same time.
• Applies when an RF or RF-S lens without a focus mode switch is attached.
• When lenses with a focus mode switch are attached, the setting on the lens takes precedence.

Exposure Control

• Evaluative metering
• Partial metering (approx. 6.0% of the area at the center of the screen)
• Spot metering (approx. 3.0% of the area at the center of the screen)
• Center-weighted average metering

Available ISO speeds; user-set

• For [Highlight tone priority], the settable ISO speed range will be ISO 200 to 32000.
• Expanded ISO cannot be set for HDR mode or during HDR PQ shooting.

User-defined ISO range - still photo shooting

User-defined Auto ISO range - still photo shooting

ISO Auto details in still photo shooting

* 1 ISO 200 when [Highlight tone priority] is set to [Enable] or [Enhanced]. * 2 Varies depending on [Maximum] and [Minimum] of [Auto range]. * 3 If outside the setting range, changed to the value most close to ISO 400.

• The metering mode for AE lock after focus can be customized.
• In the Fv, P, Tv, Av and M modes, enabled with the AE lock button. (Press again to update.)
• Enabled in all metering modes.
• Electronic 1st-Curtain
• Electronic Shutter (1st and 2nd curtain - silent*)

Based on Canon testing standards.

Image Stabilization (IS mode)

• Only for shot

External Speedlite

• Evaluative (Face Priority)
• E-TTL each shot
• E-TTL 1st shot

Drive System

Hdr shooting - still, video shooting.

• Anti-smudge coating applied.
• Anti-reflection coating not applied.

Quick Control Function

Image protection and erase.

• Single image (select image)
• Select range
• All images in a folder
• Image browsing and image search can be based on ratings.
• Ratings-based image selections also possible with DPP.
• All found images (only during image search)

Except protected images

• Select images to erase
• All images in folder
• All images on card

Direct Printing

Dpof: digital print order format, customization.

• Up to six top-tier menu items and Custom Functions can be registered.
• Up to five My Menu tabs can be added.

Equivalent to Superspeed Plus USB (USB 3.2 Gen 2)

• For PC communication
• Terminal type: USB Type-C
• Shared with terminal for in-camera charging with USB Power Adapter PD-E1.
• In-camera Charging: Equivalent to USB type-C (5 V/1.5 A), but use should be restricted to USB Power Adapter PD-E1.

Operation with the following USB cables has been verified when connected to an iPhone.* Regardless of which cable is used, set the camera power to before connecting the cable.

• When connecting a USB Type-C to Lightning cable Use an Anker 514 Lightning to USB-C Accessory Cable (0.9 m, for Camera).
• When connecting a USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable Genuine Canon accessories are recommended (Interface Cable IFC-100U or IFC-400U).

*As of May 2022

HDMI micro OUT terminal Type D (Resolution switches automatically) / CEC not compatible

• Images can be displayed through the HDMI output and on screen at the same time.
• Images will not be displayed unless [NTSC] or [PAL] is properly set according to the video system of the TV set.

Power Source

• With the AC Adapter AC-E6N + DC Coupler DR-E6, AC power is possible.
• With the USB Power Adapter PD-E1, in-camera charging of LP-E6NH is possible.

Automatic battery check when the power switch is turned ON. Displayed in 6 levels on top LCD panel.

• Battery level can be checked on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder. Battery Info display in Set-up Menu:
• Type of power source used.
• Remaining capacity (percentage of battery charge remaining).
• Recharge performance: (3-level display of battery's ability to hold a charge)
• Based on CIPA testing standards.

Dimensions and Weight

• Based on CIPA standards.

Operating Environment

How is your Canon product performing for you?

DEFINITIONS

Throughout this Contract, the following capitalized words have the stated meaning:

"Accidental Damage From Handling" , "ADH" : refers to accidental damage from handling, meaning such damage resulting from unintentionally dropping the Covered Product or liquid spillage. "Administrator" : the entity responsible for administrating benefits to You in accordance with the Service Contract provisions, conditions and exclusions, who is Canon U.S.A., Inc., One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747-3036. "Claim" : a demand for payment in accordance with this Contract sent by You to the Administrator or Us. "Commercial Use" : any non-residential use; including rental, business, educational and institutional, but not including heavy industrial use. "Contract Purchase Receipt" : the receipt document (paper or e-mail) provided to You by the Adxministrator or Retailer as proof of Your Contract purchase that indicates the Term, Deductible, and date in which the Service Contract was purchased; which must be attached to and forms part of this Service Contract. "Failure" : the mechanical or electrical breakdown of Your Product to perform its intended function including defects in materials or workmanship and normal wear and tear; occurring during normal use of the Product. "Original Purchase Price" : the amount paid by You for the covered Product(s); excluding any applicable taxes and/or fees, as evidenced on Your sales/Canon purchase documentation. "Power Surge" : damages to the Product resulting from an oversupply of voltage to Your Product while properly connected to a surge protector approved by the Underwriter's Laboratory Inc. (UL), but not including damages resulting from the improper installation or improper connection of the Product to a power source. "Product(s)" : the item(s) which You purchased and is covered by this Service Contract. "Retailer" : the seller that has been authorized by Us to sell this Service Contract to You. "Service Contract" , "Contract" : this document detailing all coverage provisions, conditions, exclusions and limitations for this Contract that has been provided to You upon purchase completion from Our Retailer. "Term" : the period of time shown on Your Contract Purchase Receipt which represents the duration in which the provisions of this Service Contract are valid. "We" , "Us" , "Our," "Obligor," "Provider" : the party or parties obligated to provide service under this Service Contract as the service contract provider, Northcoast Warranty Services, Inc., 800 Superior Avenue E., 21st Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114; ( Florida Residents: this Service Contract is an agreement between You and Technology Insurance Company, Inc., License No. 03605, 59 Maiden Lane, 43rd Floor, New York, NY 10038). . "You" , "Your" : the purchaser/owner of the Product(s) covered by this Service Contract.

PRODUCT ELIGIBILITY

This Service Contract covers Products purchased as new or factory-refurbished and manufactured for use in the United States, which, at the time of Product purchase, included a Canon USA, Inc. limited warranty valid in the United States providing minimum coverage of one (1) year parts and labor. The original Service Contract must be purchased within ninety (90) days of purchase of Your Product. Purchase of this Service Contract is not required to purchase the Product or to obtain financing for the Product. Coverage outlined in this Service Contract only applies to Products not covered under any other insurance warranty, guarantee and/or service contract providing the same benefits as outlined herein. Products must be purchased from a Retailer, and be solely intended for personal use, and not intended for Commercial Use or for resale. Accessories, external peripheral devices and/or add-on options are not covered under this Service Contract.

Subject to this section, Your original Service Contract can be renewed. The renewal must be purchased no sooner than ninety (90) days prior to expiration date of the original Service Contract Term and not after such date. In no event, however, will the combined Term of your manufacturer's Limited Warranty, original Service Contract and any Service Contract renewal period exceed the maximum coverage time period of five (5) years from date of Product purchase. Coverage during the renewal period will be governed by the then current version of the Service Contract Terms & Conditions which must be agreed to in order for the renewal period to become effective. To renew Your Service Contract, sign into Your Canon Account at usa.canon.com to view your eligible products or call 1-833-CAREPAK (1-833-227-3725).

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

PRODUCT PROTECTION: If damage or breakdown of the Product is suspected, You should promptly take reasonable precautions in order to protect against further damage.

SERVICE CONTRACT TERM

Effective date of coverage:.

• Damage resulting from Power Surge or Accidental Damage from Handling ("ADH"): Coverage for damages to Your Product resulting from Power Surge or Accidental Damage From Handling, begins on the date of Product purchase or delivery (if different from Product purchase date), and continues for the Term shown on Your Contract Purchase Receipt.
• Failure resulting from Mechanical/Electrical Breakdown: Coverage for Failure of Your Product resulting from mechanical or electrical breakdown as described in the definition of "Failure" begins upon expiration of the shortest portion of the manufacturer's original parts and/or labor limited warranty and continues for the remainder of Your Term.

WHAT IS COVERED – GENERAL

In accordance with the SERVICE CONTRACT TERM described above, We agree to procure the necessary services to restore Your Product to standard operating condition at Our discretion, which may result in a replacement of Your originally covered Product in lieu of repair services, if Your Product experiences a Failure or damage from Accidental Damage From Handling ("ADH") or Power Surge.

If provided to You, a replacement product may be a new or refurbished product of equal or similar features and functionality, but not necessarily the same model. Please refer to the LIMIT OF LIABILITY section for full details regarding Product replacements.

IMPORTANT: COVERAGE DESCRIBED IN THIS SERVICE CONTRACT WILL NOT REPLACE OR PROVIDE DUPLICATIVE BENEFITS DURING ANY ACTIVE MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD. DURING SUCH PERIOD, ALL PARTS, LABOR, ON-SITE SERVICE AND/OR SHIPPING COSTS COVERED BY THAT LIMITED WARRANTY ARE THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE MANUFACTURER (WHO IS CANON U.S.A., INC.) PARTS USED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE YOUR PRODUCT MAY BE NEW, USED, REFURBISHED, OR NON-ORIGINAL MANUFACTURER PARTS THAT PERFORM TO THE FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS OF YOUR PRODUCT. Where applicable, technological advances may result in a replacement product with a lower selling price than Your original Product, and no refunds will be made based on the replacement product cost difference.

This Service Contract is valid for repairs or replacement within the United States of America, its territories or Canada.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INCLUDED IN YOUR PLAN

In addition to coverage for a Failure, Your Contract also provides coverage for:

• ACCIDENTAL DAMAGE FROM HANDLING (ADH): labor and/or parts required to repair Your Product, or at Our sole discretion, replacement of Your original Product in lieu of repair in consideration of sudden and unforeseen ADH.
• COMPLIMENTARY CUSTOMER SUPPORT: During your Service Contract Term and upon validation of CarePAK coverage with an active Canon Account, Your Contract includes agent-assisted support, for all CarePAK eligible Products, via phone at 1-833-CAREPAK (1-833-227-3725) or email at [email protected] .
• NO LEMON GUARANTEE: Within any consecutive twelve (12) month period, if Your Product has three (3) repairs covered under Your Contract for the same problem and a fourth (4th) repair is required for the same problem and considered covered under Your Contract, We will replace Your Product with one of like kind and quality, but not necessarily same model, or, at Our sole discretion, provide You with reimbursement equal to the fair market value of the Product as determined by Us based upon the age of the Product and subject to the LIMIT OF LIABILITY section. Any repair services performed while Your Product is under its manufacturer's warranty or in association with ADH are not considered to be qualifying service repairs under this benefit.
• CANON MAINTENANCE SERVICE FOR CAMERAS AND EF/RF LENSES: You are entitled to one (1) Canon Maintenance Service (CMS) procedure per covered Product per year for each year of coverage during the coverage period. This service includes 18-point Digital SLR Maintenance Service and/or 11-point EF/RF Lens Maintenance Service. The CMS service benefit for each Product is not transferable to any other Product. For more details on the service, please visit usa.canon.com/maintenance .

There is no Deductible required to obtain service on Your Product under this Service Contract.

OBTAINING SERVICE

IN ORDER FOR A CLAIM TO BE CONSIDERED, YOU WILL NEED TO FIRST CONTACT THE ADMINISTRATOR FOR APPROVAL AND A REPAIR AUTHORIZATION NUMBER. IMPORTANT: THE SUBMISSION OF A CLAIM DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY MEAN THAT THE DAMAGE OR BREAKDOWN TO YOUR PRODUCT IS COVERED UNDER YOUR SERVICE CONTRACT. THE ADMINISTRATOR MUST VALIDATE AND PROVIDE YOU WITH APPROVAL (I.E. A REPAIR AUTHORIZATION NUMBER) FOR YOUR SUBMITTED CLAIM PRIOR TO ANY BENEFITS BEING CONSIDERED UNDER THIS CONTRACT.

THIS SERVICE CONTRACT MAY NOT PROVIDE ANY COVERAGE IF YOU MAKE UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS. Upon validation of CarePAK coverage, Canon will make commercially reasonable efforts to service and ship Your repair or replacement within five (5) business days after you receive the No Charge Repair Acknowledgement correspondence via email and subject to availability of parts or replacement Product. Note that business days are Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm, and exclude Canon observed holidays, and any periods where unavailability is due to circumstances beyond Canon's control.

If You need to file a Claim under this Service Contract or verify Your coverage, call the Administrator's Customer Care Center at 1-833-CAREPAK (1-833-227-3725). To expedite service, please have Your Contract Purchase Receipt readily available. The Administrator will confirm Your Service Contract coverage and collect any additional information necessary from You and about Your covered Product. When You receive authorization for service on Your Product under this Contract, You will also receive further instructions on how to obtain such service. In general:

• If Your covered Product is a camera, video, lens, flash, projector or binoculars, You can also arrange for service under this Contract online by visiting the Administrator's Product Repair Page at www.usa.canon.com/support.
• If Your covered Product is a printer, scanner or multifunction printer, the Administrator is unable to authorize service for these particular products through its website; You must call the Administrator's Customer Care Center at 1-833-CAREPAK (1-833-227-3725) to initiate service.

Please do not take or return Your Product to the Retailer or ship Your Product anywhere unless the Administrator instructs You to do so. If You are instructed by the Administrator to transport or ship Your Product, be sure to include the following with Your Product:

• (1) a copy of Your Contract Purchase Receipt;
• (2) a brief written description of the problem You are experiencing with the Product; and
• (3) a prominent notation of Your repair authorization number that the Administrator gave You.

Please use caution when transporting and/or shipping Your Product as directed by the Administrator, as We are not liable for any freight charges or damages due to improper packaging by You or Your representative.

If Your Term expires during the time of an approved Claim, Your coverage under the Contract will be extended until the date in which Your approved Claim in progress has been fulfilled completely in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Service Contract.

LIMIT OF LIABILITY

During the Term of Your Service Contract, the maximum amount that We are obligated to pay for services in connection with all Claims pursuant to this Service Contract is:

• One (1) Product replacement for a covered Claim for ADH damage (in which Your replacement product is ineligible for continued coverage under Your original Contract); OR
• Two (2) Product replacements for covered Claims for Power Surge or Failures (in which Your replacement products are automatically covered under Your original Contract for the remainder of Your Term).

Once the first limit has been met, Our obligation under this Contract is considered fulfilled in its entirety and coverage ends.

NEITHER WE NOR THE ADMINISTRATOR NOR THE RETAILER SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES; INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: PROPERTY DAMAGE, LOST TIME OR LOST DATA RESULTING FROM THE FAILURE OF ANY PRODUCT OR EQUIPMENT, FROM DELAYS IN SERVICE OR THE INABILITY TO RENDER SERVICE, OR RESULTING FROM THE UNAVAILABILITY OF REPAIR PARTS/COMPONENTS. NEITHER WE NOR THE ADMINISTRATOR NOR THE RETAILER SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY AND ALL PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS KNOWN TO YOU; INCLUDING ANY INHERENT PRODUCT FLAWS.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED (GENERAL EXCLUSIONS)

THIS SERVICE CONTRACT DOES NOT COVER:

• LOSS OF OR DAMAGE TO THE COVERED PRODUCT RESULTING FROM: ABUSE (MEANING THE INTENTIONAL TREATMENT OF THE COVERED PRODUCT IN A HARMFUL, INJURIOUS, MALICIOUS OR OFFENSIVE MANNER WHICH RESULTS IN ITS DAMAGE AND/OR FAILURE), MISHANDLING, IMPROPER PACKAGING BY YOU, ALTERATION, COLLISION WITH OR OF ANOTHER OBJECT, ELECTRICAL CURRENT FLUCTUATIONS (OTHER THAN THAT WHICH IS EXPLICITLY DEFINED AS POWER SURGE IN THE DEFINITIONS SECTION), FAILURE TO FOLLOW OPERATING, MAINTENANCE OR ENVIRONMENTAL INSTRUCTIONS PRESCRIBED IN THE COVERED PRODUCT'S MANUFACTURER OWNER'S MANUAL OR SERVICE PERFORMED BY ANYONE OTHER THAN A SERVICER AUTHORIZED BY CANON.
• SERVICE, REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT NECESSITATED BY THE USE OF PARTS OR SUPPLIES (OTHER THAN THOSE SOLD BY THE COVERED PRODUCT'S ORIGINAL MANUFACTURER) WHICH DAMAGE THE COVERED PRODUCT OR CAUSE ABNORMALLY FREQUENT SERVICE CALLS OR SERVICE PROBLEMS.
• SERVICE, REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE COVERED PRODUCT IF ITS SERIAL NUMBER OR MANUFACTURER DATING HAS BEEN ALTERED OR REMOVED.
• SERVICE, REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY COVERS, LIDS OR TRIM PARTS, OR OF ANY CONSUMABLE ITEMS; INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION: INK CARTRIDGES, INK TANKS AND DISPOSABLE PRINT HEADS.
• PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE.
• SERVICE, REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY OTHER ITEM, EQUIPMENT OR SOFTWARE THAT MAY BE INCLUDED WITH OR CONNECTED TO THE COVERED PRODUCT.
• ON-SITE OR IN-HOUSE SERVICE OR REPAIR OF THE COVERED PRODUCT.
• ANY ITEM THAT IS PURCHASED OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
• SERVICE, REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF A COVERED PRODUCT OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ITS TERRITORIES OR CANADA.
• PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS INCURRED OR KNOWN TO YOU (MEANING A CONDITION THAT, WITHIN ALL REASONABLE MECHANICAL OR ELECTRICAL PROBABILITY, RELATES TO THE MECHANICAL FITNESS OF THE COVERED PRODUCT BEFORE ISSUANCE OF THIS SERVICE CONTRACT).
• COSMETIC DAMAGE (MEANING DAMAGES OR CHANGES TO THE PHYSICAL APPEARANCE OF THE PRODUCT THAT DOES NOT IMPEDE OR HINDER THE PRODUCT'S NORMAL OPERATIONAL FUNCTION; SUCH AS SCRATCHES, ABRASIONS, OR CHANGES IN COLOR, TEXTURE, OR FINISH), RUST, CORROSION, WARPING, BENDING OR EXPOSURE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS.
• ANY KIND OF MANUFACTURER RECALL OR REWORK ORDER ON THE COVERED PRODUCT THAT THE MANUFACTURER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING, REGARDLESS OF THE MANUFACTURER'S ABILITY TO PAY FOR SUCH REPAIRS.
• BREAKDOWN OR DAMAGE THAT IS COVERED UNDER ANY OTHER INSURANCE, WARRANTY, GUARANTEE AND/OR SERVICE CONTRACT PROVIDING THE SAME BENEFITS AS OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE CONTRACT.
• ANY ACCESSORIES, EXTERNAL PERIPHERAL DEVICES AND/OR ADD-ON OPTIONS.
• ANY CLAIM THAT HAS NOT BEEN PRIOR AUTHORIZED BY THE ADMINISTRATOR OR US.
• ANY LOSS ARISING OUT OF THE UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS OR USE OF ANY SYSTEM, SOFTWARE, HARDWARE, OR FIRMWARE, OR ANY MODIFICATION, REPROGRAMMING, DESTRUCTION, OR DELETION OF DATA OR SOFTWARE BY ANY MEANS.

YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR BACKING UP ALL SOFTWARE AND DATA ON A REGULAR BASIS AND PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF ANY REPAIR. THIS SERVICE CONTRACT DOES NOT COVER RESTORATION OF SOFTWARE OR DATA, OR DATA RETRIEVAL TO/FROM YOUR COVERED PRODUCT, AND WE ARE UNABLE TO TRANSFER SUCH SOFTWARE OR DATA TO ANY REPLACEMENT DEVICE THAT MAY BE PROVIDED TO YOU. IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RESTORATION OF SOFTWARE OR DATA, OR FOR RETRIEVING DATA FROM YOUR PRODUCT. IF YOUR CAREPAK PLUS COVERAGE INCLUDES CANON IMAGE RECOVERY FULFILLED BY SEAGATE® RESCUE SERVICE ("IMAGE RECOVERY"), PLEASE NOTE THAT IMAGE RECOVERY TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARE SEPARATE AND INDEPENDENT FROM CAREPAK PLUS, AND CAN BE FOUND AT USA.CANON.COM/CAREPAK-PLUS .

IF YOUR PRODUCT EXPERIENCES AN OCCURRENCE THAT IS EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS SECTION, OR IN THE EVENT OF A SERVICE INCIDENT WHEREIN THERE IS A "NO PROBLEM FOUND" DIAGNOSIS FROM OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICER, THEN YOU MAY BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL COSTS IN ASSOCIATION WITH SUCH SERVICE INCLUDING ANY SHIPPING AND/OR ON-SITE SERVICING COSTS.

OUR RIGHT TO RECOVER PAYMENT

If You have a right to recover against another party for anything We have paid under this Service Contract, Your rights shall become Our rights. You shall do whatever is necessary to enable Us to enforce these rights. We shall recover only the excess after You are fully compensated for Your loss.

CANCELLATION

You may cancel this Service Contract at any time by informing the Administrator of Your cancellation request. If such request is within thirty (30) days of the purchase of this Service Contract, You will receive a one hundred percent (100%) refund of the Service Contract purchase price paid by You, less the amount of any Claims paid by Us. If such request is made after thirty (30) days of the purchase date of this Service Contract, You will receive a pro-rata refund of the Service Contract purchase price paid by You, less the amount of any Claims paid by Us and less an administrative fee not to exceed ten percent (10%) of the Service Contract purchase price, or twenty-five dollars ($25.00), whichever is less. In no event will any imposed administrative fee exceed twenty-five dollars ($25.00).

We may only cancel this Service Contract for the following reasons:

• 1) non-payment of the Service Contract fee by You;
• 2) material misrepresentation by You to Us; or
• 3) substantial breach of duties by You under this Service Contract in relation to the covered Product or its use.

If We cancel this Service Contract, We must provide written notice to You at least fifteen (15) days prior to the effective date of cancellation. Such notice will be sent to Your current address in Our file (email or physical address as necessary), with the reason for and effective date of such cancellation. If We cancel this Service Contract, You will receive a pro-rata refund based upon one hundred percent (100%) of any unearned Service Contract fee paid by You, minus any Claims paid by Us.

NOTICE: These CANCELLATION provisions apply to the original purchaser of this Service Contract only.

This is not an insurance policy; it is a service contract. We have obtained an insurance policy to insure Our performance under this Service Contract. Should We fail to pay any Claim or fail to replace the Product covered under this Service Contract within sixty (60) days after the Claim has been submitted, or in the event You cancel this Service Contract, and We fail to refund any unearned portion of the Service Contract price, You are entitled to make a direct claim against the insurer, Wesco Insurance Company, at 866-505-4048 or 59 Maiden Lane, 43rd Floor, New York, NY 10038.

TRANSFERABILITY

If You are the original purchaser of this Service Contract and wish to transfer coverage under this Service Contract to a different owner, You may initiate a one-time transfer of ownership by calling the Administrator at 1-833-CAREPAK (1-833-227-3725). You will be required to provide Your registration number located on Your Contract Purchase Receipt and a copy of Your Product purchase receipt (if provided separately). Transferability is determined at Canon's discretion, as approved by Us, and may not be available with all Products. The CANCELLATION provisions apply to the original purchaser of this Service Contract only.

ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Service Contract, including the terms, conditions, limitations, exceptions and exclusions, and Your Contract Purchase Receipt, constitute the entire agreement between Us and You and no representation, promise or condition not contained herein shall modify these items, except as required by law.

SPECIAL STATE REQUIREMENTS

Regulation of service contracts may vary widely from state to state. Any provision within this Service Contract which conflicts with the laws of the state where You live shall automatically be considered to be modified in conformity with applicable state laws and regulations as set forth below. The following state specific requirements apply if Your Service Contract was purchased in one of the following states and supersede any other provision within Your Service Contract terms and conditions to the contrary.

Alabama: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract. Any refund may be credited to any outstanding balance of Your account and the excess, if any, returned to You.

Arizona: WHAT IS NOT COVERED (GENERAL EXCLUSIONS) is amended to include: Only unauthorized product repairs, modifications or alterations performed after the effective date of the Service Contract are excluded.

Arkansas: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract.

OBTAINING SERVICE is amended to include: If You need to file a claim under this Service Contract, You must contact the Administrator at 1-833-CAREPAK (1-833-227-3725) to obtain a repair authorization number prior to having any repairs made to Your Product. If a repair or replacement occurs when the Administrator's office is closed, You may follow these claims procedure without prior authorization. However, You must call the Administrator as soon as reasonably possible. Failure to call in and report the claim will result in non-payment.

California: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: This Service Contract may be cancelled by You for any reason, including, but not limited to, the Product covered under this Service Contract being sold, lost, stolen or destroyed. If You decide to cancel Your Service Contract, and Your cancellation notice is received by the Administrator within thirty (30) days and You have made no claims against the Service Contract, You will be refunded the full Service Contract price; or if Your Service Contract is cancelled by written notice after thirty (30) days from the date You received this Service Contract, You will be refunded a pro-rated amount of the Service Contract price, less any claims paid, less an administrative fee of ten percent (10%) of the Service Contract price or twenty-five dollars ($25), whichever is less. If a cancellation refund is not paid or credited within thirty (30) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid.

The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: Canon U.S.A., Inc., (License No. S-5067) is the Service Contract Administrator and Northcoast Warranty Services, Inc. (License No. SA-19178) is the Obligor for this Service Contract.

Colorado: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract.

Connecticut: The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: In the event of a dispute with Administrator, You may contact The State of Connecticut, Insurance Department, P.O. Box 816, Hartford, CT 06142-0816, Attn: Consumer Affairs. The written complaint must contain a description of the dispute, the purchase or lease price of the Equipment, the cost of repair of the Equipment and a copy of the warranty Service Contract.

CANCELLATION is amended as follows: You may cancel Your Service Contract if the covered Equipment is sold, lost, stolen, or destroyed.

District of Columbia: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If Your refund is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after Your cancellation request to Us, We will add an extra ten percent (10%) to Your due refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid by Us.

Florida: The definition of "We" , "Us" , "Our" , "Obligor" , "Provider" is deleted and replaced with the following: "We" , "Us" , "Our" , "Obligor" , "Provider" : Technology Insurance Company, Inc., License No. 03605, 59 Maiden Lane, 43rd Floor, New York, NY 10038. This Service Contract is between the Provider, Technology Insurance Company, Inc. (License No. 03605) and You.

CANCELLATION is amended as follows: You may cancel Your Service Contract by informing the selling dealer or the Administrator. In the event the Service Contract is canceled by You, return of the premium shall be based upon ninety percent (90%) of the unearned pro-rata premium less any claims that have been paid or less the cost of repairs made on Your behalf. In the event the Service Contract is canceled by the Administrator or Provider, return of the premium shall be based upon one hundred percent (100%) of the unearned pro-rata premium less any claims that have been paid or less the cost of repairs made on Your behalf.

GUARANTY is deleted and replaced with the following: This is not an insurance policy, it is a Service Contract.

The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: The rates charged to You for this Service Contract are not subject to regulation by the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation.

Georgia: WHAT IS NOT COVERED (GENERAL EXCLUSIONS) is amended to include: Only unauthorized product repairs, modifications or alterations performed after the effective date of the Service Contract are excluded.

CANCELLATION is amended as follows: The Provider may not cancel this Service Contract except for fraud by You, material misrepresentation by You, or nonpayment by You. Notice of such cancellation will be in writing and given at least thirty (30) days prior to cancellation.

If You cancel this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase of this Service Contract, You will receive a one hundred percent (100%) refund of the Service Contract purchase price paid by You, less the amount of any claims paid. If You cancel the contract within thirty (30) days of the contract purchase date, and no claim has been made, a ten percent (10%) penalty per month shall be added to any refund that is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after receipt of the cancellation request. If Cancellation request is made by You after thirty (30) days of the purchase date of this Service Contract, You will receive a pro-rata refund of the Service Contract purchase price paid by You, less any claims that have been paid or less the cost of repairs made on Your behalf, and less an administrative fee not to exceed ten percent (10%) of the pro-rate refund amount or twenty-five dollars ($25.00); whichever is less

The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: This Service Contract will be interpreted and enforced according to the laws of the state of Georgia.

Hawaii: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract.

Illinois: The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: Covered items must be in place and in good operating condition on the effective date of coverage and become inoperative due to normal wear and tear after the effective date of this Service Contract. This Service Contract does cover failures resulting from normal wear and tear.

Indiana: The following disclosure statements are added to this Service Contract: Your proof of payment to the Retailer for this Service Contract shall be considered proof of payment to the insurance company which guarantees Our obligations to You. This Service Contract is not insurance and is not subject to Indiana insurance law.

Maine: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract.

Maryland: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: No cancellation fee shall apply. If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract.

Massachusetts: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract.

Minnesota: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract.

Missouri: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract. If Your cancellation request is made more than thirty (30) days from the date of purchase, You will receive a pro-rata refund of the Service Contract purchase price. No cancellation fee will apply. In no event will claims paid be deducted from any refund.

Nevada: The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: If You are not satisfied with the manner in which We are handling your claim, You may contact the Nevada Insurance Commissioner toll-free at (888)-872-3234.

CANCELLATION is amended as follows: Any reference to Administrative Fee is deleted and replaced with the term Cancellation Fee. If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not processed within forty-five (45) days, a penalty of ten percent (10%) of the Service Contract price will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract. The Provider of this Service Contract may cancel this Service Contract within seventy (70) days from the date of purchase for any reason. After seventy (70) days, the Provider may only cancel this Service Contract for non-payment by You, fraud or material misrepresentation by You in obtaining the Contract, or in presenting a Claim, or a substantial breach of duties by You relating to the Covered Product or its use if it occurred after the effective date of the Contract and it substantially and materially increased the service required under the Contract. If the Provider cancels Your Service Contract You will be entitled to a pro-rata refund of the unearned Service Contract fee, no cancellation fee will be deducted. If Your Service Contract was financed, the outstanding balance will be deducted from any refund. In no event will claims be deducted from any refund.

OBTAINING SERVICE is amended to include: This Contract will not cover any unauthorized or non-manufacturer recommended modifications to Your Product, or any damages arising from such unauthorized or non-manufacturer recommended modifications. However, if Your Product is modified in a manner that is not recommended by the manufacturer of Your Product, this Contract will continue to provide any applicable Coverage that is not related to the unauthorized or non-manufacturer recommended modification or any damages arising there from, unless such Coverage is otherwise excluded by the terms of this Contract.

New Hampshire: The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: In the event You do not receive satisfaction under this Service Contract, You may contact the New Hampshire Insurance Department at, 21 South Fruit Street, Suite 14, Concord, NH 03301, 603-271-2261.

New Jersey: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid.

New Mexico: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within sixty (60) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract. The Provider of this Service Contract may cancel this Service Contract within seventy (70) days from the date of purchase for any reason. After seventy (70) days, the Provider may only cancel this Service Contract for: Non-payment, discovery of fraud or material misrepresentation by You in obtaining the Contract or in presenting a Claim, or discovery of either of the following: an act of omission, or violation of any condition of the Contract if it occurred after the effective date of the Contract.

New York: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within thirty (30) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract.

North Carolina: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: Any cancellation fee shall not exceed the lesser of ten percent (10%) of the pro rata refund amount or twenty-five ($25.00) dollars. We may cancel this Service Contract only for non-payment of the purchase price of the Service Contract or a direct violation of the Service Contract by You.

Oklahoma: The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: The Service Warranty Association is Northcoast Warranty Services, Inc., Oklahoma Identification # 44200963. This is not an insurance contract. Coverage afforded under this service warranty is not guaranteed by the Oklahoma Insurance Guaranty Association.

CANCELLATION is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: If You cancel this service warranty within the first thirty (30) days and no claim has been authorized or paid within the first thirty (30) days, We will refund the entire service warranty contract purchase price. If You cancel this service warranty after the first thirty (30) days, or have made a claim within the first thirty (30) days, return of the provider fee shall be based upon ninety percent (90%) of the unearned pro-rata provider fee less the actual cost of any service provided under the service warranty contract. If We cancel this service warranty, return of the provider fee shall be based upon one hundred percent (100%) of unearned pro-rata provider fee less the actual cost of any service provided under the service warranty contract.

Oregon: OBTAINING SERVICE is amended as follows: If You need to file a claim under this Service Contract, You must contact the Administrator at 1-833-CAREPAK (1-833-227-3725) to obtain a repair authorization number prior to having any repairs made to Your Product. If You reasonably determine that You have a Covered Failure when the Administrator's office is closed and You choose to have Your Product repaired, You are responsible for paying for the repair. You must then call the Administrator during the next available regular business hours, or as soon as reasonably possible, so that the Administrator may determine whether there was a Covered Failure. Failure to call in and report the claim may result in non-payment. If the Administrator determines that there was a Covered Failure, then We will pay You in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Contract.

The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: If the purchase of this Contract was financed, any outstanding balance due to the finance company will be deducted from any due refund and paid to the finance company instead of You. The refund amount paid to the finance company may be less than the Contract purchase price financed if claims have been paid by Us.

South Carolina: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract.

The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: If You have any questions regarding this Service Contract, or a complaint against the Obligor, You may contact the South Carolina Department of Insurance at 1201 Main Street, Suite 1000, Columbia, South Carolina 29201, (803) 737-6160.

Texas: The definition of Administrator is amended to add the following: Canon, USA, Inc. Service Contract Administrator No. 330.

The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: If You have any questions regarding the regulation of the Service Contract Provider or a complaint against the Obligor, You may contact the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation, 920 Colorado, P.O. Box 12157, Austin, Texas 78711, (800) 803-9202.

CANCELLATION is amended as follows: You may return this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the date of purchase of this Service Contract. If this Service Contract is cancelled within the first thirty (30) days, We will refund the entire Service Contract charge, less claims paid. If this Service Contract is cancelled after the first thirty (30) days, You will receive a pro-rata refund less a twenty-five dollar ($25) cancellation fee and less claims paid. A ten percent (10%) penalty per month will be added to a refund that is not made within forty-five (45) days of Your cancellation request to the provider. You may apply for reimbursement directly to the insurer if a refund or credit is not paid before the 46th day after the date on which the Service Contract is canceled. These provisions apply only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract. If We cancel this Service Contract, We shall mail a written notice to You at the last known address held by Us before the fifth day preceding the effective date of cancellation. The notice will state the effective date and the reason for the cancellation. However, prior notice is not required if the reason for cancellation is nonpayment of the provider fee, fraud or a material misrepresentation by the Service Contract Holder to the provider or the provider's administrator, or a substantial breach of duties by the Service Contract Holder relating to the covered product or its use. If We cancel this Service Contract, no cancellation fee shall apply.

Utah: The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: Coverage afforded under this Service Contract is not guaranteed by the Property and Casualty Guaranty Association.

CANCELLATION is amended as follows: We may only cancel this Service Contract for material misrepresentation, nonpayment by You or a substantial breach of duties by You relating to the covered property or its use. If We cancel this Service Contract for non-payment, such cancellation will be effective ten (10) days after the mailing of notice. If We cancel this Service Contract for material misrepresentation of a substantial breach of duties, such cancellation will be effective thirty (30) days after mailing of notice. This Service Contract or warranty is subject to limited regulation by the Utah Insurance Department. To file a complaint, contact the Utah Insurance Department. HOW TO FILE A CLAIM section is amended as follows: If You need to file a claim under this Service Contract, You must contact the Administrator at 1-833-CAREPAK (1-833-227-3725) to obtain a repair authorization number prior to having any repairs made to Your Product. If a repair or replacement occurs when the Administrator's office is closed, You may follow these claims procedure without prior authorization. However, You must call the Administrator as soon as reasonably possible. Failure to call in and report the claim will result in non-payment.

Virginia: The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: If any promise made in the Contract has been denied or has not been honored within sixty (60) days after your request, you may contact the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs at http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/food-extended-service-contract-providers.shtml to file a complaint.

Washington: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within thirty (30) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract. In the event We cancel this Service Contract, We will mail a written notice to You at Your last known address at least twenty-one (21) days prior to cancellation with the effective date for the cancellation and the reason for cancellation.

The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: What is Not Covered from coverage are limited to those expressly stated under the "WHAT IS NOT COVERED (GENERAL EXCLUSIONS)” section above.

GUARANTY is amended to include: You may file a claim directly with Wesco Insurance Company at any time, at 59 Maiden Lane, 43rd Floor, New York, NY 10038 or 866-505-4048.

The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: The State of Washington is the jurisdiction for any civil action in connection with this Contract.

Wisconsin: The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: THIS CONTRACT IS SUBJECT TO LIMITED REGULATION BY THE OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE .

CANCELLATION is deleted and replaced with the following: You may cancel this Service Contract at any time. We may only cancel this Service Contract for material misrepresentation by You, nonpayment by You or a substantial breach of duties by You relating to the covered property or its use. If We cancel this Service Contract, We shall mail a written notice to You at Your last known address at least five (5) days prior to cancellation. The notice shall state the effective date of the cancellation and the reason for the cancellation. If We cancel for any reason other than nonpayment, then We shall refund one hundred percent (100%) of the unearned pro rata provider fee, less any claims paid and less a cancellation fee not to exceed ten percent (10%) of the Contract purchase price paid.

If this Service Contract is canceled within thirty (30) days of the date of purchase and no claims have been paid, the Administrator shall return one hundred percent (100%) of the purchase price paid and the Service Contract shall be void. The right to void the Service Contract applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract. If the refund is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after return of the Service Contract to Us, We shall pay a ten percent (10%) per month penalty of the refund amount outstanding, which We shall add to the amount of the refund.

For service Contracts canceled subsequent to the period stated in the preceding paragraph or if a claim has been made under this service Contract within such period, We shall refund one hundred percent (100%) of the unearned pro rata provider fee, less any claims paid and less a cancellation fee not to exceed ten percent (10%) of the Service Contract purchase price paid.

If You request cancellation due to a total loss of Your Product which is not covered by a replacement under the terms of Your Service Contract, the Administrator shall return one hundred percent (100%) of the unearned pro-rata Service Contract purchase price paid, less claims paid. Unauthorized repairs may not be covered.

GUARANTY is amended to include: Our obligations under this Service Contract are insured under a service contract reimbursement insurance policy. Should We fail to pa any claim or fail to replace the Product covered under this Service Contract within sixty (60) days after You provide proof of loss or, in the event You cancel this Service Contract and We fail to refund the unearned portion of the Service Contract Purchase Price or, if the Provider becomes insolvent or otherwise financially impaired, You are entitled to make a direct claim against the insurer, Wesco Insurance Company, at 1-866-505-4048 or 59 Maiden Lane, 43rd Floor, New York, NY 10038 for reimbursement, payment or provision of this Service Contract.

Wyoming: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract. If We cancel this Service Contract, We shall mail a written notice to You at Your last known address at least ten (10) days prior to cancellation. The notice shall state the effective date of the cancellation and the reason for the cancellation. Prior notice is not required if the reason for cancellation is nonpayment of the provider fee, a material misrepresentation by You to the provider or a substantial breach of duties by You relating to the covered product or its use.

For questions about this Service Contract or to obtain a copy of these terms & conditions, log onto the Administrator's website at www.usa.canon.com/carepak-plus or call 1-833-CAREPAK.

"Accidental Damage From Handling" , "ADH" : refers to accidental damage from handling, meaning such damage resulting from unintentionally dropping the Covered Product or liquid spillage. "Administrator" : the entity responsible for administrating benefits to You in accordance with the Service Contract provisions, conditions and exclusions, who is Canon U.S.A., Inc., One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747-3036. "Claim" : a demand for payment in accordance with this Contract sent by You to the Administrator or Us. "Contract Purchase Receipt" : the receipt document (paper or e-mail) provided to You by the Administrator or Retailer as proof of Your Contract purchase that indicates the Term, Deductible, and date in which the Service Contract was purchased, which must be attached to and forms part of this Service Contract. "Failure" : the mechanical or electrical breakdown of Your Product to perform its intended function including defects in materials or workmanship and normal wear and tear; occurring during normal use of the Product. "Original Purchase Price" : the amount paid by You for the covered Product(s); excluding any applicable taxes and/or fees, as evidenced on Your sales/Canon purchase documentation. "Power Surge" : damages to the Product resulting from an oversupply of voltage to Your Product while properly connected to a surge protector approved by the Underwriter's Laboratory Inc. (UL), but not including damages resulting from the improper installation or improper connection of the Product to a power source. "Product(s)" : the item(s) which You purchased and is covered by this Service Contract. "Retailer" : the seller that has been authorized by Us to sell this Service Contract to You. "Service Contract" , "Contract" : this document detailing all coverage provisions, conditions, exclusions and limitations for this Contract that has been provided to You upon purchase completion from Our Retailer. "Term" : the period of time shown on Your Contract Purchase Receipt which represents the duration in which the provisions of this Service Contract are valid. "We" , "Us" , "Our," "Obligor," "Provider" : the party or parties obligated to provide service under this Service Contract as the service contract provider, Northcoast Warranty Services, Inc., 800 Superior Avenue E., 21st Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114; ( Florida Residents: this Service Contract is an agreement between You and Technology Insurance Company, Inc., License No. 03605, 59 Maiden Lane, 43rd Floor, New York, NY 10038). "You" , "Your" : the purchaser/owner of the Product(s) covered by this Service Contract.

This Service Contract covers Products purchased as new or factory-refurbished and manufactured for use in the United States, which, at the time of Product purchase, included a Canon USA, Inc. limited warranty valid in the United States providing minimum coverage of one (1) year parts and labor. The original Service Contract must be purchased within ninety (90) days of purchase of Your Product. Purchase of this Service Contract is not required to purchase the Product or to obtain financing for the Product. Coverage outlined in this Service Contract only applies to Products not covered under any other insurance warranty, guarantee and/or service contract providing the same benefits as outlined herein. Products must be purchased from a Retailer, be solely intended for professional, educational, or institutional use, and not intended for personal or industrial use, resale, or rental. Accessories, external peripheral devices and/or add-on options are not covered under this Service Contract.

• Damage resulting from Power Surge or Accidental Damage from Handling ( "ADH" ): Coverage for damages to Your Product resulting from Power Surge or Accidental Damage From Handling, begins on the date of Product purchase or delivery (if different from Product purchase date), and continues for the Term shown on Your Contract Purchase Receipt.

If provided to You, a replacement product may be a new or refurbished product of equal or similar features and functionality, but not necessarily the same model. Please refer to the LIMIT OF LIABILITY section for full details regarding Product replacements. IMPORTANT: COVERAGE DESCRIBED IN THIS SERVICE CONTRACT WILL NOT REPLACE OR PROVIDE DUPLICATIVE BENEFITS DURING ANY ACTIVE MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD. DURING SUCH PERIOD, ALL PARTS, LABOR, ON-SITE SERVICE AND/OR SHIPPING COSTS COVERED BY THAT LIMITED WARRANTY ARE THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE MANUFACTURER (WHO IS CANON U.S.A., INC.) PARTS USED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE YOUR PRODUCT MAY BE NEW, USED, REFURBISHED, OR NON-ORIGINAL MANUFACTURER PARTS THAT PERFORM TO THE FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS OF YOUR PRODUCT. Where applicable, technological advances may result in a replacement product with a lower selling price than Your original Product, and no refunds will be made based on the replacement product cost difference.

This Service Contract is only valid for repairs or replacement within the contiguous United States, plus Alaska and Hawaii.

THIS SERVICE CONTRACT MAY NOT PROVIDE ANY COVERAGE IF YOU MAKE UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS. Upon validation of CarePAK coverage, Canon will make commercially reasonable efforts to service and ship Your repair or replacement within five (5) business days after you receive the No Charge Repair Acknowledgement correspondence via email, and subject to availability of parts or replacement Product. Note that business days are Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm, and exclude Canon observed holidays, and any periods where unavailability is due to circumstances beyond Canon's control.

• You can also arrange for service under this Contract online by visiting the Administrator's "Request Product Repair Page" at www.usa.canon.com/support .

Please do not take or return Your Product to the Retailer or ship Your Product anywhere unless the Administrator instructs You to do so. If You are instructed by the Administrator to transport or ship Your Product, a prepaid shipping label will be provided. Be sure to include the following with Your Product:

NEITHER WE NOR THE ADMINISTRATOR NOR THE RETAILER SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES; INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: PROPERTY DAMAGE, LOST TIME OR LOST DATA RESULTING FROM THE FAILURE OF ANY PRODUCT OR EQUIPMENT, FROM DELAYS IN SERVICE OR THE INABILITY TO RENDER SERVICE OR RESULTING FROM THE UNAVAILABILITY OF REPAIR PARTS/COMPONENTS. NEITHER WE NOR THE ADMINISTRATOR NOR THE RETAILER SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY AND ALL PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS KNOWN TO YOU; INCLUDING ANY INHERENT PRODUCT FLAWS.

• LOSS OF OR DAMAGE TO THE COVERED PRODUCT RESULTING FROM: ABUSE (MEANING THE INTENTIONAL TREATMENT OF THE COVERED PRODUCT IN A HARMFUL, INJURIOUS, MALICIOUS OR OFFENSIVE MANNER WHICH RESULTS IN ITS DAMAGE AND/OR FAILURE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM STUNTS OR SPECIAL EFFECTS EMPLOYED IN FILM, TELEVISION, OR THEATRE PRODUCTIONS, PRACTICAL, MECHANICAL, OR VEHICULAR STUNTS, AND/OR EXPLOSIONS OR OTHER PYROTECHNICS).
• LOSS OF OR DAMAGE TO THE COVERED PRODUCT RESULTING FROM: MISHANDLING, IMPROPER PACKAGING BY YOU, ALTERATION, COLLISION WITH OR OF ANOTHER OBJECT, ELECTRICAL CURRENT FLUCTUATIONS (OTHER THAN THAT WHICH IS EXPLICITLY DEFINED AS POWER SURGE IN THE DEFINITIONS SECTION), FAILURE TO FOLLOW OPERATING, MAINTENANCE OR ENVIRONMENTAL INSTRUCTIONS PRESCRIBED IN THE COVERED PRODUCT'S MANUFACTURER OWNER'S MANUAL OR SERVICE PERFORMED BY ANYONE OTHER THAN A SERVICER AUTHORIZED BY CANON.
• SERVICE, REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY COVERS, LIDS OR TRIM PARTS, OR OF ANY CONSUMABLE ITEMS.
• SERVICE, REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF A COVERED PRODUCT OUTSIDE OF THE CONTIGUOUS UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ALASKA, OR HAWAII.

YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR BACKING UP ALL SOFTWARE AND DATA ON A REGULAR BASIS AND PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF ANY REPAIR. THIS SERVICE CONTRACT DOES NOT COVER RESTORATION OF SOFTWARE OR DATA, OR DATA RETRIEVAL TO/FROM YOUR COVERED PRODUCT, AND WE ARE UNABLE TO TRANSFER SUCH SOFTWARE OR DATA TO ANY REPLACEMENT DEVICE THAT MAY BE PROVIDED TO YOU. IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RESTORATION OF SOFTWARE OR DATA, OR FOR RETRIEVING DATA FROM YOUR PRODUCT. IF YOUR CAREPAK PRO COVERAGE INCLUDES CANON IMAGE RECOVERY FULFILLED BY SEAGATE® RESCUE SERVICE ("IMAGE RECOVERY"), PLEASE NOTE THAT IMAGE RECOVERY TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARE SEPARATE AND INDEPENDENT FROM CAREPAK PRO, AND CAN BE FOUND AT USA.CANON.COM/CAREPAK-PRO .

NOTICE: These CANCELLATION provisions apply to the original purchaser of this Service Contract only. If the purchase of this Contract was financed, any outstanding balance due to the finance company will be deducted from any due refund and paid to the finance company instead of the Holder.

Connecticut: The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: In the event of a dispute with Administrator, You may contact The State of Connecticut, Insurance Department, P.O. Box 816, Hartford, CT 06142-0816, Attn: Consumer Affairs. The written complaint must contain a description of the dispute, the purchase or lease price of the Product, the cost of repair of the Product and a copy of the warranty Service Contract.

GUARANTY is amended as follows: If We fail to pay or to deliver service on a claim within sixty (60) days after proof of loss has been filed, or in the event You cancel this Service Agreement and We fail to issue any applicable refund within sixty (60) days after cancellation, You may file a claim against the insurer, Wesco Insurance Company at 59 Maiden Lane, 43rd Floor, New York, NY 10038, by calling 1-866-505-4048.

CANCELLATION is amended as follows: This Service Contract may be cancelled by the Service Contract Holder if the Device covered under this Service Contract is returned, sold, lost, stolen or destroyed.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY is amended to include: It is Your responsibility of the to follow the manufacturer's specifications for the use and care/maintenance of the covered Product.

Georgia: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: Any cancellation fee shall not exceed ten percent (10%) of the pro rata premium refund due or twenty-five dollars ($25.00) whichever is less. If You cancel the contract within thirty (30) days of the contract purchase date, and no claim has been made, a ten percent (10%) penalty per month shall be added to any refund that is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after receipt of the cancellation request.

The Provider may only cancel this Service Contract for fraud by You, material misrepresentation by You, or nonpayment by You. If We cancel this Service Contract, no cancellation fee shall apply and We shall provide written notice to You at the last known address held by Us at least thirty (30) days preceding the effective date of cancellation. The notice will state the effective date and the reason for the cancellation. The lienholder may only cancel this Contract for non-payment if they hold a power of attorney.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED (GENERAL EXCLUSIONS) is amended to include: Only unauthorized product repairs, modifications or alterations performed after the effective date of the Service Contract are excluded. PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS – The "Pre-Existing Condition:" definition is deleted and replaced with: Conditions that were caused by You or known by You prior to purchasing this Service Contract. The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: This Service Contract will be interpreted and enforced according to the laws of the state of Georgia.

Hawaii: CANCELLATION is amended as follows: If You request cancellation of this Service Contract within thirty (30) days of the purchase date of the Service Contract and the refund is not paid or credited within forty-five (45) days after Your cancellation request to Us, a ten percent (10%) penalty will be added to the refund for every thirty (30) days the refund is not paid. This provision applies only to the original purchaser of the Service Contract. YOUR RESPONSIBILITY is amended to include: It is Your responsibility to follow the manufacturer's specifications for the use and care/maintenance of the covered Product.

Illinois: The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: Covered items must be in place and in good operating condition on the effective date of coverage and become inoperative due to defects in materials or workmanship, or normal wear and tear, after the effective date of this Service Contract.

Indiana: The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: This Contract is not insurance and is not subject to Indiana insurance law.

GUARANTY is amended as follows: Your proof of payment to the Retailer for this Service Contract shall be considered proof of payment to the insurance company which guarantees Our obligations to You. If We fail to perform or make payment due under this Contract within sixty (60) days after You request the performance or payment, You may request the performance or payment directly from the insurer that issued the provider's Service Contract reimbursement policy, including any applicable requirement under the Contract that the provider refund any part of the cost of the Contract upon cancellation of the Contract.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED (GENERAL EXCLUSIONS) is amended as follows: The "Pre-Existing Condition" definition is deleted and replaced with: conditions that were caused by You or known by You prior to purchasing this Service Contract.

Utah: The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: Full payment will be received for the purchase price of this Service Contract at the time of purchase.

The following disclosure statement is added to this Service Contract: This Service Contract or warranty is subject to limited regulation by the Utah Insurance Department. To file a complaint, contact the Utah Insurance Department. Coverage afforded under this Service Contract is not guaranteed by the Property and Casualty Guaranty Association.

GUARANTY is amended as follows: Should the provider fail to pay or provide service on any claim within sixty (60) days after proof of loss has been filed, the contract holder is entitled to make a claim directly against the Insurance Company.

CANCELLATION is amended as follows: We may only cancel this Service Contract for material misrepresentation by You, nonpayment by You or a substantial breach of contractual duties by You relating to the covered property or its use. If We cancel this Service Contract for material misrepresentation or a substantial breach of contractual duties, such cancellation will be effective thirty (30) days after mailing of notice. If We cancel this Service Contract for non-payment, such cancellation will be effective fifteen (15) days after the mailing of notice. The notice will state the effective date and the reason for the cancellation.

OBTAINING SERVICE is amended as follows: If You need to file a claim under this Service Contract, You must contact the Administrator at 1-833-CAREPAK (1-833-227-3725) to obtain a repair authorization number prior to having any repairs made to Your Product If You reasonably determine that You have a Covered Failure when the Administrator's office is closed and You choose to have Your Product repaired, You are responsible for paying for the repair. You must then call the Administrator during the next available regular business hours, or as soon as reasonably possible, so that the Administrator may determine whether there was a Covered Failure. Failure to call in and report the claim will result in non-payment. If the Administrator determines that there was a Covered Failure, then We will pay You in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Contract.

Virginia: If any promise made in the Contract has been denied or has not been honored within sixty (60) days after your request, you may contact the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs at http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/food-extended-service-contract-providers.shtml to file a complaint.

For questions about this Service Contract or to obtain a copy of these terms & conditions, log onto the Administrator's website at www.usa.canon.com/carepak-pro or call 1-833-CAREPAK.

• MAXIFY GX X: Maximum of 80,000 printed pages by the Covered Product.
• WG Series Inkjet Printer: Maximum of 300,000 printed pages by the Covered Product. Should the page count exceed the listed maximum printed page count for these Products only, the eCarePAK coverage will no longer apply regardless of the expiration date printed on the eCarePAK Certificate. All repairs requested beyond the printed page limit will be excluded from coverage under the eCarePAK .
• Subject to the limitations set forth in “Service Limitations” below, CUSA agrees to repair or replace, without charge, any defective part in your Covered Product with a new, rebuilt, or different part during the Term of the eCarePAK, provided such part is the same as, or functionally comparable to, the defective part removed. Any parts that are replaced will become the property of CUSA. Replacement of parts will not extend the Term of the eCarePAK. Likewise, if CUSA should replace the Covered Product, the original Covered Product will become the property of CUSA. Coverage under the eCarePAK will automatically transfer to the replacement product but will not extend the Term.
• The eCarePAK is valid only for service of a Covered Product purchased and used in the United States. The eCarePAK is not transferable to another Covered Product except as provided in paragraph 1 above.
• For Oregon residents only: Should CUSA fail to perform under this eCarePAK within sixty (60) days, you may contact Sompo Japan for recourse.
• For Virginia residents only: If any promise made in the Contract has been denied or has not been honored within 60 days after your request, you may contact the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs at http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/food-extended-service-contract-providers.shtml to file a complaint.
• Advanced Exchange Program: CUSA may elect to service your Covered Product through its Advanced Exchange Program. Under the Advanced Exchange Program, a defective Covered Product will be exchanged for a comparable refurbished Covered Product on an expedited basis, usually by the next business day (or longer if your ship-to address is determined by Canon to be a rural or remote location). You will be required to provide a ship-to location (street address only) for the replacement product. You may be required to sign a form to guarantee the return of the defective unit and provide a valid credit card authorization. If you do not return your defective Covered Product to CUSA by the date and in the manner specified by CUSA, CUSA may cancel your eCarePAK and invoice you for the full replacement cost of a new Covered Product, or charge your credit card for this cost.
• Service Provider: In the event that CUSA's technical troubleshooting cannot resolve your problem, CUSA may elect to send a Service Provider to your location in an expedited manner to facilitate the repair of your Covered Product.
• ASF Program (Carry In/): Under CUSA's ASF Program, the defective Covered Product is repaired by an ASF and then returned to you. The CUSA representative will direct you how to obtain the name and phone number of the ASF nearest to you. You must contact the ASF to schedule the repair. DO NOT INCLUDE AN OTHER ITEMS WITH THE COVERED PRODUCT. Covered Products will be repaired and returned to you without charge by the ASF.
• Loss of or damage to the Covered Product due to abuse, mishandling, improper packaging by you, neglect, alteration, electric current fluctuation or accident; improper use, including failure to follow operating, maintenance or environmental instructions prescribed in the operator's manual; use of the Covered Product with non-compatible computers, peripheral equipment or software; or repair performed by other than a service representative qualified by CUSA.
• Service necessitated by the use of parts or supplies (other than those distributed by CUSA) which damage the Covered Product or which cause abnormally frequent service calls or service problems.
• Service of the Covered Product if it has been modified or altered in any way (including any alteration or removal of serial numbers or identification marks).
• Service, repair or replacement of any covers, lids, or trim parts, or any consumable items, including without limitation, ink and/or maintenance cartridges, and ink tanks. Toner cartridges and print heads may have a separate limited warranty based on your product. Please refer to your product's limited warranty for details. Preventative maintenance and or inspections.
• Service, repair or replacement of accessories or options for the Covered Product, or of any equipment or software not distributed by Canon which may be used with, or be connected to, the Covered Product.
• Service, repair, or replacement of any Covered Product purchased or used outside of the United States.
• Place the printer on its stand with your assistance.
• Load media on to the printer.
• Fill ink tanks.
• Produce a test print to ensure that the printer is installed and operating within specifications.
• Upon your request, connect the printer to a network (i.e. Ethernet connection). You must have a live Ethernet connection to your network, as well as an Ethernet cable, at the time of your request. If not, an additional visit to connect the printer to your network will need to be scheduled when both of these requirements have been met. This additional visit will incur a fee.
• Place the imagePROGRAF printer on its stand with your assistance.
• Load media on to imagePROGRAF printer.
• Produce a test print to ensure that the imagePROGRAF printer is installed and operating within specifications.
• Place the Colortrac scanner on its stand with your assistance.
• Install, at a basic level, the computer and monitor.
• Connect the Colortrac scanner to the imagePROGRAF printer and produce a test scan to ensure that the imagePROGRAF printer and Colortrac scanner are connected and operating within specifications.
• Place the scanner in its designated location with your assistance.
• Install replacement rollers if they are not already factory installed.
• Install additional accessories (if applicable).
• Connect scanner and perform a test scan to ensure that scanner is operating within specifications.
• Install ink tanks.
• Upon your request, connect the printer (via USB or network (i.e. Ethernet connection)). You must have a live Ethernet connection to your network, as well as an Ethernet cable, at the time of your request. If not, an additional visit to connect the printer to your network will need to be scheduled when both of these requirements have been met. This additional visit will incur a fee.
• Upon your request, connect the printer (via USB or network (wireless or Ethernet connection)). You must have a live Ethernet connection to your network, as well as an Ethernet cable, at the time of your request. If not, an additional visit to connect the printer to your network will need to be scheduled when both of these requirements have been met. This additional visit will incur a fee.
• Installation technicians may, in their sole discretion, refuse to install Covered Products that are incompatible, are, or appear to be, damaged, are inappropriate for installation, exhibit signs of excessive wear or are deemed unsafe. Covered Products which are not new, or are damaged, will be documented before the installation begins. You may be subject to additional charges should the installation technician conclude that the proposed installation is unsafe and therefore cannot be completed.
• A pre-existing power outlet(s) must be accessible in order to install your Covered Product.
• Installation services are only available in the 50 United States and the District of Columbia. Extra charges may apply in the event special travel is required to reach the installation site.
• Extra charges may apply in the event additional work is necessary to complete the installation, including, but not limited to, carpentry, electrical work, floor covering modifications, moving of furniture, or additional wire, parts and/or accessories.
• Carefully review your installation needs, your installation plans and the accessories and hardware you have and/or need to facilitate and complete the installation.
• CUSA and/or Canon authorized service provider will contact you to schedule your installation appointment. Cancellations or rescheduling of scheduled installation appointments must be made no later than twenty four (24) hours prior to your appointment to avoid additional charges. Cancellation requests are not valid until confirmed by CUSA and or Canon Authorized service provider.
• You must ensure that the Covered Product(s) to be installed, the installation site, and the hardware and accessories required to facilitate and complete your installation, are prepared and ready prior to the arrival of the installation technician. You may be subject to an additional charge for failure to prepare the Covered Product, the installation site, or the required hardware and accessories prior to the arrival of the installation technician.
• You must move or rearrange furniture to provide accessibility and a safe, adequate work space for the installation technician.
• You must provide a sufficient amount of power, power sources, power cords and, if applicable, surge protectors that are readily available to the installation technician and/or safely accessible to the installation site. The installation technicians will not move or install AC power sources or feeds of television signals from cable, satellite or other sources.
• You must dispose of the packaging materials and trash following the installation. Although the installation technicians will clean up the work site, it is your responsibility to arrange for the final disposal of any packaging materials or trash related to the installation.
• Training is only provided during the time of installation.
• Training on the general operation of the scanner component of the imagePROGRAF iPF MFP.
• Training on the general operation of the scanner
• Training on the Canon software and drivers included with the scanner.
• Training on scanner preparation, maintenance and errors on scanner.
• CUSA reserves the right to refuse or limit any Training Services if you fail to satisfy any minimum requirements for such Training Services as published or provided to you by CUSA prior to the start of such Training Services.
• CUSA reserves the right to refuse, limit, or cancel any Training Services if, in the opinion of CUSA, you display unreasonable behavior or are deemed by CUSA to be violent, abusive, or disruptive. In such cases, no refunds will be paid.
• Ownership of all copyright and other intellectual property rights in the training material supplied by CUSA, or its authorized service provider, including any documentation, data, technical information and know-how provided to you as part of the Training Services, remains vested in CUSA, its authorized service provider(s), or the owner of such materials, as applicable. All such information will be held by you in confidence and will not be disclosed or copied to third parties, without the express written permission of CUSA.
• Perform physical inspection on the internal, external and functionality of the scanner.
• Perform necessary cleaning routine of the interior and exterior body of the scanner.
• Install new user replaceable rollers.
• Document maintenance statistics.
• Perform test scans after preventative maintenance is complete and ensure that Scanner is operating within specifications.
• Only customers under warranty, eCarePAK, or eCarePAK+PM coverage can purchase Preventative Maintenance services.
• Scheduling Preventative Maintenance is the sole responsibility of the customer and will expire upon expiration of the warranty, eCarePAK, or eCarePAK+PM.
• CUSA will provide Preventative Maintenance only during normal business hours of operation, Monday through Friday, 9AM-5PM local time excluding holidays.
• CUSA will schedule the Preventative Maintenance within five business days of when the customer contacts CUSA’s Technical support Center.
• If the unit is not in working condition, the Preventative Maintenance will be delayed and a break/fix call will be opened.
• Subject to the limitations set forth in "Service Limitations" below, CUSA agrees to repair or replace, without charge, any defective part in your Covered Product with a new, rebuilt, or different part during the Term of the eCarePAK, provided such part is the same as, or functionally comparable to, the defective part removed. Any parts that are replaced will become the property of CUSA. Replacement of parts will not extend the Term of the eCarePAK. Likewise, if CUSA should replace the Covered Product, the original Covered Product will become the property of CUSA. Coverage under the eCarePAK will automatically transfer to the replacement product but will not extend the Term.
• 3. ASF Program (Carry In/): Under CUSA's ASF Program, the defective Covered Product is repaired by an ASF and then returned to you. The CUSA representative will direct you how to obtain the name and phone number of the ASF nearest to you. You must contact the ASF to schedule the repair. DO NOT INCLUDE ANY OTHER ITEMS WITH THE COVERED PRODUCT. Covered Products will be repaired and returned to you without charge by the ASF.
• Service, repair or replacement of any covers, lids, or trim parts, or any consumable items, including without limitation, toner and/or ink cartridges, ink tanks and printheads.
• Preventative maintenance and or inspections.
• Upon your request, connect the printer to a network (i.e. Ethernet connection).
• Connect the Colortrac M40 scanner to the imagePROGRAF printer and produce a test scan to ensure that the imagePROGRAF printer and Colortrac M40 scanner and Colortrac scanner are connected and operating within specifications.
• Training on the SmartWorks MFP Software.
• Only customers under warranty or eCarePAK coverage can purchase or receive Preventative Maintenance.
• Scheduling a Preventative Maintenance is the sole responsibility of the customer and will expire upon expiration of the warranty or eCarePAK.
• CUSA will schedule the Preventative Maintenance within five business days of when the customer contacts CUSA's Technical support Center.

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Product disclaimer.

*Optional Mount Adapter EF-EOS R is required when using EF/EF-S lenses with an EOS R series camera.

• When using RF lenses that support coordinated control with camera in-body IS. Testing performed at a focal length of 150mm using the RF-S18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM lens and the EOS R7 camera.
• Continuous shooting speed may be slower due to factors such as anti-flicker shooting, aperture value, or battery life.
• Not available when Dual Pixel RAW is enabled.
• Only when using lenses supporting up to 30 shots/sec.
• Only when a lens supporting 90% H x 100% W focusing area is attached and the camera is set to Whole-area AF, or when subjects are detected with AF area modes other than Whole-area AF. May not be possible to move AF points to the edge of the focusing area under select scene and subject conditions.
• Auto level not available when using electronic 1st curtain shutter mode.
• Video may stop due to battery level, card capacity, or internal temperature.
• For still images.
• Continuous shooting speed is slower with anti-flicker shooting.
• Not available when using electronic 1st curtain shutter mode.
• Manual focusing is also possible with the focus mode switch to [AF] depending on the settings of lens electronic MF and electronic full-time MF.

Canon EOS R7 - Five Tweaks You Need to Know

The Canon EOS R7, like most modern cameras, has a menu filled with page after page of features. With so many settings (in fact more than 450) it’s easy to gloss over things that you don’t immediately need to adjust.

In this article I’d like to take a closer look at a few items that may improve the experience you have with your new camera. I’ll be calling out some new, overlooked or under-appreciated options and explaining what they do and who they are for.

Though I’m using the menu of the Canon EOS R7, these features can also be found on other cameras, even from other brands, but be advised that they may differ in slight or significant ways.

1. RAW burst and Pre-shooting modes [Shoot Menu 6]

Setting options:

• RAW burst mode: Enable/Disable
• Pre-shooting: Enable/Disable

Continuous shooting rates have steadily risen over the course of photographic history. Serious professional sports-orientated cameras are now able to shoot between 10 and 16 frames per second. When utilizing an electronic shutter, as the EOS R7 can, modern mirrorless cameras now frequently hit 30 frames per second.

However, it doesn’t matter how fast a camera can capture images if the key moment was missed before the shutter was pressed. The 'RAW burst' mode is designed to capture images from the moments immediately before your finger fully presses the shutter release button. This photographer’s holy grail has been available for some time on other brands, and on other Canon models like the G5X II and EOS M6 II, but is now available on R-mount cameras for the first time.

I came to appreciate this feature when trying to capture archers shooting arrows. Going in, I felt that the most compelling photo was the ones where the archer’s arrow has just been released but is still visible in the frame. The problem with trying to capture this moment is that it happens extraordinarily quickly and you can’t predict exactly when it will happen.

First I tried to fire a sequence of images as soon as I saw the release of the arrow. In every case my reaction time was too slow and the arrow was off the screen. Next I tried firing a continuous burst at its highest speed just before I thought the archer was about to release. Most of these attempts ended with the camera’s buffer being filled up before the arrow was fired. Success was possible but resulted in an enormous amount of wasted images.

The RAW burst mode is designed precisely to solve the archer’s arrow problem. When you enable RAW burst mode and the Pre-shooting option, as soon as you start holding the shutter release button in the halfway position the camera begins recording high-speed frames into a buffer, over and over, flushing the old ones out. If you let go of the button and don’t take the shot, the images disappear and don’t clutter up your card. But if you do fully press the shutter, the most recent 15 images (0.5 sec) are saved as the start of your burst, and the camera continues to fire at 30 fps for up to 2 seconds (60 images). If you keep the shutter held, in total you’ll capture about 75 images, 15 from before the full shutter press and 60 from after.

For decisive moments that are difficult to time, this is the feature that can guarantee your camera is capturing images at the right time. Subjects that are easy to predict but difficult to time – like hitting a baseball, whales breaching, and the archer’s arrow – can now be captured on a Canon R-mount camera like never before.

Be advised that when using this feature all images are written to a single .CR3 file. Extracting a single frame can be done either in camera or with Canon’s Digital Photo Professional software. Additionally the camera uses the electronic shutter, which may exhibit rolling shutter distortion with certain types of subjects (see below).

2. Shutter mode [Shoot Menu 7]

Elec. 1st-curtain.

With this option the physical shutter blades will open and close to begin and end the exposure. This is how Canon mirrorless cameras, and traditional Canon DSLRs, have worked for years. It’s a safe option for many types of photography and offers a flash sync of 1/250 second.

The downside of the mechanical shutter is that the first curtain opens with such speed that when it comes to a stop there is a slight vibration that may affect certain types of photographs. Images captured at marginally slow shutter speeds (1/30 to 1sec) can be affected by it. Images under high magnification like those taken with super telephoto and macro lenses are particularly susceptible to blur if any movement occurs during the exposure.

When the Electronic 1st-curtain shutter is employed the camera begins capturing the exposure by turning the pixels of the sensor on to record the light striking them. To end the exposure the mechanical shutter closes in the traditional fashion.

The effect of this process is that there is no physical movement inside the camera before the image is completely captured. While the second shutter does move and may cause a slight vibration, it happens after the exposure has ended. This makes the Elec. 1st-curtain option perfect for avoiding any vibration during the exposure.

An additional benefit on the Canon EOS R7 is that Elec. 1st-curtain enables the camera’s fastest flash sync speed of 1/320, which is slightly better than the mechanical sync speed of 1/250. Elec. 1st-curtain is the factory default setting and probably the best setting for most shooting.

With the full Electronic shutter option, the image sensor begins and stops recording by turning pixels on and off. In addition to enabling faster burst and shutter speeds, the benefit of the Electronic shutter is the complete absence of vibration and shutter noise. Ideal use for this may be during a stage performance or in a situation where audio is being recorded, and shutter clicks may be a distraction. In those situations, silent shutter can be a powerful tool.

The downside is that, as the sensor can’t turn all pixels on and off at the same time, a scanning technique is used. (See this article for a full explanation.) This means that subject movement during the exposure can appear as a distortion of that subject. The intensity of the issue depends on the readout speed of the sensor, and as the Canon EOS R7 does not have a particularly fast readout, its electronic shutter is often not suitable for capturing fast action.

Choosing to shoot with the electronic shutter will interfere with certain other camera operations, and several menu items are greyed out when it’s selected. A key limitation for the camera is that it’s not able to sync with a flash at any shutter speed with the Electronic shutter option selected. Be advised that this limitation is different with other Canon cameras.

I recommend using this option sparingly to avoid the aforementioned problems.

3. AF-assist beam firing [AF Menu 3]

• LED AF assist beam only

On the front of the EOS R7 is a small round window to the upper left of the lens, officially known as the Self-timer/AF-assist beam. This orange lamp will signal the countdown of the self-timer or light up a poorly illuminated subject to help the autofocus system.

Focusing in low-light situations can be challenging and this lamp may help so long as your subject is not too far away. The practical distance varies based on the existing lighting and the maximum aperture of the lens being used. The lamp is not employed when continuous (Servo) autofocus is activated, so it won’t work for moving subjects.

Turning off this beacon may be wise for a number of reasons. The light is only of marginal help in a few special situations. The camera has a number of other tricks it can employ to help focus under poor lighting, such as keeping the lens aperture at maximum opening during focusing and increasing the gain on the sensor.

If you photograph people be advised that this lamp will shine a rather harsh light into the eyes of your subject. It’s possible that your subject will squint, turn away or recoil from the sudden beam of light.

Another serious downside to the light occurs if you are working around other photographers shooting the same subject, like at a concert, press event or tourist attraction. The bright orange light you’re shining onto the subject will show up in their images. This is not likely to go over very well with your fellow photographers.

I first encountered this lamp problem when leading a photo tour in Turkey where we scheduled a private dance performance of whirling dervishes. In a dark private hall our group spread out on one side of the room. As soon as the dance began an orange lamp appeared to follow the subjects around. Complaints from the rest of the photographers were quick to follow.

The point is that the photographer, when confronted, didn’t know it was on and didn’t see it either in the viewfinder or in the resulting photographs. Moreover, after apologizing about interfering with the others, the photographer didn't know how to turn it off. It took me a moment to find the feature in the camera's menu (not a Canon EOS R7) and disable it.

While this feature may be helpful in some situations it’s probably better left in the off position for most people.

4. Switch (AF/MF) [Setup Menu 5]

A new feature on the EOS R7 not seen on previous Canon cameras is a physical AF/MF switch on the body. For more than 30 years Canon has steadfastly kept the AF/MF switch on the lens while others like Nikon and Fujifilm have typically put it on the body. This particular feature on the EOS R7 allows you to deactivate the switch. Deactivating it may be helpful if you find yourself accidentally bumping it or would prefer to control this feature from the menu system.

The reason for this new switch seems to be to accommodate a new category of lenses from Canon without the dedicated AF/MF switch, such as the RF 50mm f/1.8. Switching from AF to MF with these new ‘switchless’ lenses will be easy to do with this new lever on the body. However, be aware that if you wish to focus manually with a lens like the RF 50mm f/1.8 you’ll need to have both the body switch set to MF and the Focus/Control switch on the lens set to Focus.

Canon lenses without an AF/MF switch:

• RF 16mm f/2.8 STM
• RF 50mm f/1.8 STM
• RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
• RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM
• RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM
• RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
• RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM

For all the other lenses, RF and EF with an adaptor, priority will be given to the AF/MF switch on the lens. When a Canon lens with an AF/MF switch is attached to the EOS R7, this new AF/MF switch on the body will do nothing.

Note that when you disable this body switch, a new menu item appears on the AF1 Menu page called 'Focus mode,' where you can select AF or MF. This feature cannot be set to a custom button but it can be added to ‘My Menu’ for quick access.

5. Direction to set Tv/Av [Custom Menu 3]

• Reverse direction

When turning the either command dial to change exposure settings, would you like your finger movements to match the movement of the exposure indicator? If you answered yes you will want to set this feature to ‘Reverse direction.’

When changing shutter speed, aperture and exposure compensation the default setting on the camera is to have the dials and exposure indicator work in opposite directions. If you move your finger along the top of the dial to the left, the exposure indicator will go to the right. That’s the way it comes from the factory.

This issue is easily addressed by setting the 'Direction to set Tv/Av' menu option to 'Reverse direction.' Dial actions will be reversed when it comes to changing shutter speed and aperture. I find it to be more visually intuitive when the physical action mimics the visual display.

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I've noticed some settings allow for a decent Buffer and others are ridiculous! Do's anyone know which settings in Jpeg are best for the deepest buffer? I'm finding it quite frustrating,

thanks KATY

Two points: (1) All (or most?) of these would also seem to apply to the R10 (2) Reversing the direction of dials in Av mode may have an unintended consequence, which is that exposure bracketing then works by changing aperture, not shutter speed. Found this on my 5D4 but I believe it applies to all.

Thanks for a very informative article!

What is the quickest way to enable and disable the pre-shooting feature?

You can either directly dive into the menu (Shoot pg6), or set it up in My Menu. There isn't a way to turn on and off with a single button.

I have it opened on the d-pad. I press down and the enable/disable page appears. One more click and I can switch it on.

Great informative article with no primary video hook.

Admit it, you just don't like Canadians. :-D

"While [the orange AF assist light] may be helpful in some situations it’s probably better left in the off position for most people."

I agree. Yet every camera I've used has the AF assist light turned on by default. Seems like there is quite a chasm between the camera designers and photographers with respect to how useful this feature is.

It is too bright most of the time blinding people in darkened premises. I always keep it on but stick a darkening foil over it so it does not blind anyone but still helps a bit when it is dark. I used the kind you can buy in different sizes to stick over i.e. some bright and annoying power leds on various appliances and electronics etc.

Are we going to see similar articles for other cameras?

One for the R62 would be great. a lot of AF options.

Agree. It's nice to see similar articles on video-centric cameras, than just photo-centric ones. There are far more setting parameters to go thru before one starts shooting a video.

Shouldn't it be simpler for the r62?

For Tracking people, persons and things, You can set a zone (and customize it) /the full frame/ or press to track. The customizable zones are absolutely awesome. For instance if you're a paparazzi and your staked out with a particular frame setup, any face that enters that area will be tracked. I can think of many scenarios that this would work in.

After you have your other settings (frame rate, audio, etc) set up that's pretty much most of what you need to do?

I guess. Video scrub here. :/

You can't set one button to switch directly between mechanical and electronic shutter without going into menu, however what you can fortunately do is setting silent mode /which is basically electronic shutter without virtual sound/ on one, that way is switching between mechanical and electronic shutter seamless one click operation.

Great article indeed.

Still waiting for the menu option to decouple the AF point and meter in evaluative metering - you know the way every other camera company's metering system operates.

And such an antiquated concept that it's better buried and forgotten. In evaluative metering the subject is the one that needs to be properly exposed!

When the R7 is in evaluative metering you are not restricted from any focus point or focus mode combination. Evaluative metering measures 384 zones across the entire frame and with AF point selection you have 8 options, 7 of which allow you to move the frame wherever you want in the frame.

@charlyw64 The problem is the meter on Canon cameras is too heavily weighted on the subject. If I focus on a lighthouse everything else goes too dark, if I focus on a dark colored car, everything else gets blown out (one of thousands of personal experiences from my T2i and 80D). Canon already has a spot meter and partial meter - those should be linked to the AF point, in evaluative it should the scene based on the metering zones and not the AF point selected. This is how Nikon, Panasonic, Sony, Olympus, Pentax, Fuji, and others do it. Every camera I have ever had metered perfect or near perfect, (only the D40 needed to be set to -0.3EV). How hard is it, to just give a menu option to allow for both options?

@John, I'm not talking about restricted AF points, just the decision Canon made to heavily weight the meter (in Evaluative Mode) on the AF point. Which I think was the wrong decision, and all I want is a simple menu on/off option, how hard is that?

Just my opinion, but instead of worrying about which metering mode to use, or whether it is coupled to the AF spot, I find it's quicker and more reliable to stick permanently to one metering mode (spot, centre-weighted or evaluative) and learn through experience how much compensation to dial in for varying situations.

It's also often true that manual metering is more accurate than Tv, Av or Program metering, particularly if e.g. you are tracking a constantly lit moving subject that may have sky behind it at one moment, and have a backdrop of shade a couple of seconds later - this is one reason why most videographers and pro stills shooters rarely use auto exposure.

@NowHearThis I see what you are talking about now. Metering changes in Evaluative Metering depending on the brightness/darkness of where the focus point is placed. Manual exposure is for sure a work-around in some situations. I do not know of any Canon camera that addresses this issue with a custom function or other. Canon should address this.

@John, Thank you! Finally someone other than me gets it! ;)

@entoman I don't worry about which mode to use, I just know how the modes are supposed to work. I primarily use evaluative metering myself, except in 1 or 2 circumstances. I've been shooting for over 30years now. I know how things should work. I learned decades ago to adjust exposure compensation as needed, which I do. But the nice thing about all my other cameras (Canon excluded) is how little exposure compensation is needed in 95 % of my shooting. I think I only have a few photos where I ever went more than +/- .7Ev. Cameras as simple as the D40, EM10, my little iPhone and can all meter properly. I'm just saying one simple little option would make everyone happy.

I stick to Aperture Priority, use the AE-L button if necessary, and Exposure Compensation as needed. It work brilliantly for me. Manual Mode is for fireworks or night shooting. If I had interest in other things I might use that more - but I don't.

@NowHearThis It is fine exactly how it is, I rely heavily on the subject being exposed for - what you want is a simple average across the frame. I do not want nor need this mode.

@charlyw64 This isn't about what you want or need. I don't want multiple resolution or compression options, Jared Polin might want the camera to shoot JPGs, someone else might not want or need video. This isn't the point. I'm sorry you seem to be missing that. How can I be more clear in saying more options are always better. I won't buy a Canon again because every other company makes great products and gives me what I want. How simple would it be to have their evaluative meter be able to do two things: Option 1 - Meter based on AF points used. Option 2 - Meter based on the scene overall. They already have this programmed into the camera, they just added programming to weight the AF points most. To simplify, they can just add code to a second option without the "weight the AF point(s) most" part. You still get to keep your Canon how you want it, I get the option I want & others are used to. It's a win/win and wouldn't add cost. This could be done via firmware updates too.

What you want is already there it's called average metering - on every Canon I ever owned...

@charlyw64 Canon has only 4 metering modes and has only had 4 metering modes on every DSLR and mirrorless camera they make. Those modes are: Evaluative Metering - which should have an option to evaluate the scene (average) but is weighted on the AF point even though it doesn't say so in the manual (using the R5 manual page 278 for reference). Partial Metering - 6.1% which is essentially a stronger center-weighted mode or a weaker spot meter. Spot Metering - covers 3.1% and meters in the middle of the screen and... Center-Weighted Average - which says and I quote "The metering across the screen is averaged, with the center of the screen weighted more heavily." That is not an 'average' only it's a another form of partial metering or you could call it preferential metering. Canon has no average, they never have, but I hope that changes. My T2i, and 80D had these exact same modes, I'd bet the original Digital Rebel had them too, even the great R3 has only these 4 modes. Try again.

I have another gripe with them about when they lock the meter when the AF acquires focus, but I have a work around for that - servo AF.

@NowHearThis Update - I've tested a few other cameras and I've found that Nikon (Z9) and Sony (A1) cameras when in their respective multi-segment metering systems will also adjust exposure depending on the brightness of where the focus point is. Interestingly, Fujifilm (X-T4) and Olympus (OM-1) systems don't work this way.

Thank you or testing and checking these out. I'm surprised that the Z9 and A1 behave similar to Canon (It would be interesting to hear which you think weighs most heavily on the AF point. Last time I tried out a Z6 I could have sworn the meter didn't care about the AF point - but looks like I was wrong.

It would be interesting, if you have the time to see which ones (brands) lock the meter and focus when the S-AF/One-Shot AF is used when the shutter is depressed half way . I know my Olympus cameras (EM10, EM1.2) don't lock the meter with a half press of the shutter but it would be interesting to know which do and which don't - I don't have the means or time to do this test right now. But no worries if you don't have time. Thank you for checking out the Multi-segment metering modes on the different brands. It's good to know Fuji works in a way that I'm used to. ;-)

For a long time the AF linked metering has been a staple of mandatory, highly requested behaviour. You can always meter lock using the * button...

Thanks so much, John, I do own the R7 and I'm happy with all tweaks.

Maybe I'm allowed a question that may be covered in a future follow-up article or so. I'd like to make multi-exposure action shots. However, it seems that when I select multiple exposures, I can't select any continuous mode. Any way to make it work?

When in the multiple exposure mode you can select the continuous drive mode, but it's very limited in its speed (about 1fps). Higher-end Canon cameras like the R5 have a "On:ContShtng" option in Multiple exposure that will allow for faster continuous shooting.

Sorry, wrong thread

On a side note, do any 3rd party speedlights have focus assist lamps that mirrorless cams can make use of?

Nope. Which, for Canon, is weird. Apparently the other manufacturers (Sony, Nikon and Fuji) use rows of blue photosites with masked microlenses, which obviously aren't very sensitive to the red patterns projected by speedlights. But Canon's dual-pixel AF shouldn't be subject to the same limitation.

@Kharan: Good point about DPAF!

@Kharan: Sorry to burst your bubble but intense colored light is often focused a tiny bit different in lenses, the red light being the longest wavelengths are often the worst offenders - thus using that to autofocus is a recipe for missed focus. Previously the dedicated AF sensors could compensate for that, the new DPAF methodology can't.

Thought it was: the af sensors were behind the infra-red filters so cannot see the af-assist lights. One slight diffeence or issue with milc vs dslr.

@charlyw64: Surely this could be compensated for. Also, is it really that strong an effect? (e.g. I think any camera could focus on a red traffic light with good accuracy).

@User428...: AF assist lights are in the visible spectrum, if they weren't, people couldn't see them.

How would you be able to compensate for this - you can't tell if the lens element combination back or front focuses the red wavelengths...

@charlyw64: Why are red wavelengths any different? (again this is the Canon DPAF case where presumably all pixels are available for AF so red masked pixels could presumably be used)

@wcan - the AF assist beams from flashes are Infra-Red - they just happen to be slightly visible - presumably so you can see it working, but with minimum interference for other users.

Nice! A proper in-depth camera article with good descriptions... which I expect will be a lot clearer/comprehensive than any Canon manual :-)

This article comes as a pleasant surprise. Thanks! and, please, more of these.

As 4sirh said, i love this article even though i don't have a an R7🤣

I love article like this even though I don't own a Canon EOS R7.

Is there is software supporting raw burst yet apart from canons own, as example lightroom, darktable, photoraw, photolab etc? And to ask something more can the af/mf switch changed to something else, as example a switch between electric/efcs or as a switch between 2 frame rates?

Ok, this is what i found: •the af/mf switch cannot be programmed to do anything else other than switch between af and mf. However, you can program any one of the 5 C.fn buttons to do various things. You can also disable the af/mf switch in the menu incase you find yourself accidentaly switching between af and mf often by hitting it. •Lightroom does support Canon's RAW burst, but with limitations and (probably) annoying workarounds. Lightroom does not support CR3 RAW burst at all. Darktable supports RAW, but not raw burst. I might be wrong, so i will look into it a bit. For the rest, I will come back to you later because i am really tired now and will go to sleep now:-) Hope this helped, Hawkypuck

At this time Lightroom doesn't recognize the Raw burst files. While I would like Lightroom (and other programs) to recognize the burst file, I'd prefer that Canon use a different process that didn't require it. The AF/MF switch in the camera menu only allows for it to turned on or off, no customization beyond that (at this time).

Thanks you two. Hawkypuck you don't need to look into each of these programs, it's not likely another tool will have it implemented if those named already haven't.

John Greengo I'd also like it differently, like single cr3 files but there might be benefits to how they do it. I haven't digged into the file structure yet but could be a shared header reducing the data to be written and less file handles improving performance a bit. Maybe their trick to do it with the given sensor. Let's see if customization comes to that switch with a later fw update though I doubt getting an R7, maybe the next iteration (when it feels like high end class again like sharing or having an improved buffer depth, readout speed of the R5 and some other stuff). Pre buffer was tempting but more software would need raw burst support first. But when it gets added it means also for other bodies getting that switch probably would also have customization.

Ok, glad I helped:-) The thing about pre burst is that when i first heard of it and saw it i thought it was really useful-and it, in some situations, is-for capturing that split second, but the feature needs refinement as you said. For example, the buffer in pre burst is not great, so you only get a second or two, which is good but not great, although that may be enough for most people. Btw, Olympus/OM System cameras have had Pro Capture-their name for pre capture-in their cameras for years.....just like they had-and still have-the best ibis in a camera.

Yeah Oly Pro Cap has much fewer downsides and they have it on bodies with a faster readout rate to boot.

I've always thought it was a neat tho not essential trick for what I shoot (hence why my Oly body is like my 3rd most used rn); but I may have underestimated how optimized their pipeline in given how long it's taken others to copy that particular feature (which nearly all modern phones also leverage heavily).

Agree! Much less compromised....

Reading their list of limits to the functionality of Pro Capture doesn't make it sound very enticing. Even more limited buffer, shooting speed constraints, AF constraints, lens constraints - did I forget anything?

Ready it more carefully, it can be used at 30-60fps depending on the body but also at slower burst rates (and I don't recall the buffer being worse), some of the rates and/or lens combos w/3rd party stuff are limited to S-AF but it's not like the Canon body even has 3rd party AF lenses to limit.

It just gives you more options IMO and a lot of the things you listed only apply to some of the Pro Cap modes or combinations. In many of these situations you don't really need C-AF, you're just looking for the decisive moment on a subject that's barely moving (if at all) between frames, just changing expressions or context etc. (like the arrow moving even tho it's not the subject itself where you're AF'ing)

I really don't have a dog in the fight btw, I use my tiny M4/3 Pana & FF Sony bodies more than my Oly since my action needs are usually far more simple (humans doing daily human things). Oly could definitely make the modes clearer tho, like almost everything they do tbh.

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The best lenses for the Canon EOS R7 in 2024

Right now, these are the best lenses for the Canon EOS R7, Canon's flagship APS-C mirrorless camera

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Choosing the best lenses for the Canon EOS R7 is not completely straightforward, because Canon is still building out its lens system for this APS-C EOS R camera. While there are a few lenses designed specifically for the R7’s smaller sensor, for anything else you'll need to fall back on Canon's extensive range of full-frame RF lenses.

Many of these actually play to the EOS R7's strengths, though. Its high-speed burst shooting and sophisticated autofocus make it really well suited to wildlife and sports photography, and the crop factor of the smaller sensor means that Canon's full-frame telephotos gain a further 1.6x effective focal length, or reach. It's already one of the best Canon cameras for sports and wildlife, and we expect it to become popular for a wider range of subjects as more RF-S lenses are added to the line-up.  In our list of lenses below, we quote the equivalent focal lengths for all these lenses so that you can get an idea of their magnifying power when fitted to the EOS R7. The best Canon RF lenses are not all expensive, either, and many will fit within the budgets of beginners and enthusiasts. We do quote Canon's claimed stabilization figures, where available, for these lenses, but these don't take into account the extra in-body stabilization of the EOS R7. This will further increase the stabilization effect. Incidentally, it's easy to distinguish Canon RF lenses designed for these two different sensor formats. Full frame lenses have 'RF' in the name, while dedicated. APS-C lenses have 'RF-S' in the name.  We have included several full-frame RF lenses in our list, partly because these are already a good match for the EOS R7, and partly because Canon seems keen to get users to upgrade to full-frame in the future, so any full-frame lenses you buy now will also work if you follow the full-frame route. So let's get to the list!

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Best starter lens for the R7

1. Canon RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM

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Reasons to buy, reasons to avoid.

This is the lens usually sold as a 'kit lens' with the EOS R7, but if you bought this camera body-only, it's still worth considering as an additional purchase. It makes a great extended-range standard zoom, going all the way from 29mm equivalent up to an impressive 240mm equivalent – that's medium telephoto territory. It's an extremely versatile lens, and light to carry around too. 

The only downsides are a fairly limited f/6.3 maximum aperture at full zoom, a lack of weather seals and only average corner sharpness. We expect some optical compromises in a long range standard zoom, though, and the Canon RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM performs well above the average for a lens of this type.

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Best everyday lens for the R7

2. Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM

The EOS R7 is normally sold with the Canon RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM lens above, but this Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM kit lens is a very interesting option for anyone who wants to travel light or just save some money. It jas a shorter 29-72mm effective focal range, but that's likely to be fine for most casual shooting and travel photography, say, and it makes for a very light and compact combination when fitted to the EOS R7. 

There are downsides. The f/4.5-6.3 maximum aperture range is very limited for a kit lens – traditionally, these have always been around f/3.5-5.6. This lens also relies heavily on digital corrections, so while these are applied automatically for in-camera JPEGs, if you shoot raw you will need raw software with a suitable lens correction profile ( Lightroom is fine). It's not a fault, just something to be aware of. Digital corrections are standard on most mirrorless lenses these days, and on many Canon RF lenses.

Read more: Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM review

Best telephoto zoom lens for the R7

3. Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM

After a kit lens, most camera users look for a telephoto zoom to extend their shooting opportunities, and the Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM is designed specifically for Canon's APS-C EOS R cameras, and the EOS R7 is of course included in that. 

It's a light, affordable and effective telephoto zoom which actually offers an impressive 336mm effective maximum focal length – this really is a pretty long range zoom. It's not weather sealed, though, and there's no lens hood (there often isn't with Canon lenses) so don't go standing too long in the rain. The f/7.1 maximum aperture is also on the slow side, though today's advances in ISO performance and noise reduction make this less of an issue than it might have been in the past.

Read more: Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM review

Best superzoom lens for the R7

4. Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM

While the Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM is a decent 'starter' telephoto, the Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM is a much more serious proposition. It's designed to be an affordable telephoto zoom for Canon's full frame EOS R cameras, but works perfectly on the EOS R7 too, as the 1.6x crop factor gives this lens a huge 160-640mm effective focal range. It's like a 'super-telephoto' at a 'regular telephoto' price. The other advantage, of course, is that if you move up to a full frame Canon later, this lens will work fine with that too. 

As is often the case with Canon lenses, though, a lens hood is a pricey extra. This lens has no weather sealing either, so if your chosen subjects mean standing outside for long periods in bad weather, you'll need to look at Canon's more expensive pro-orientated lenses.

Read more: Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM review

Best telephoto prime lens for the R7

5. Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM

If the reach of the Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM is still not enough for you, then take a look at the rather remarkable Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM. Don't be put off by that small-looking fixed aperture – it's amazing what a bit of ISO boosting and the lens's built-in IS can achieve, even in poor lighting. 

This lens, and the Canon Canon RF 800mm f/11 IS STM are unique as supertelephoto prime lenses within the budgets of ordinary photographers – Canon's pro supertelephoto primes cost 15x more! The stabilization is effective and the optical performance is surprisingly good. The best thing of all, though, is the 960mm effective focal length on the EOS R7. Nowhere else will you get this kind of magnification at this price.

Read more: Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM review

Best standard zoom lens for the R7

6. Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM

This full frame ultra-wide zoom might seem an odd choice to go with the Canon EOS R7, but hold on. The relatively new Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM might be designed for full frame Canons, but it gives a very useful effective 24-48mm focal range on the EOS R7. That's usefully wider than either of the R7's kit lens options AND if you upgrade to a full frame Canon later, this lens will become even more useful. It's light, it's affordable and it performs well optically, too. 

The cost does mean that you miss out on weather seals and an included lens hood, and the maximum aperture range is a little modest, but for the price this really is a terrific lens – whether or not you stay with APS-C or move up to full frame.

Read more: Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM review

Best standard prime lens for the R7

7. Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM

Canon does make some very affordable, very good prime lenses for its full frame cameras, and we've picked out a couple as being particularly interesting for EOS R7 owners. The first is the Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM, which is tempting for a number of reasons. 

The first is the focal length, which equates roughly to a classic 'nifty fifty' standard lens; the second is the fast f/1.8 maximum aperture, which is good at this price; the third is the built in IS (though we never get close to Canon's claimed 5-stop compensation); and the fourth thing is its 0.5x close-focusing capability. It's not a true 1x macro lens, but it focuses way closer than regular lenses. Here's another lens that's going to be just as useful if you upgrade to a full frame camera later. 

Read more: Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM review

Best portrait photography lens for the R7

8. Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM

Designed as a 'nifty fifty' for full frame EOS R cameras, the Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM becomes even more interesting on the EOS R7, where the APS-C crop factor gives it an effective 75mm focal length. This, combined with the fast f/1.8 maximum aperture, makes it a near-perfect 'portrait' lens for the EOS R7. 

This lens is super-cheap, but there's nothing to give that away in either its construction or its optical performance. The one thing to keep in mind is that there's no in-built stabilization – but then the EOS R7 has IBIS anyway, so that's not really a worry either. 

There's no lens hood or weather sealing, as usual with Canon's lower-cost lenses, but the lens mount is metal and you still get Canon's handy focus/control ring, just as you do on its other lenses. 

Read more: Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM review

How to choose the best lens for the Canon EOS R7

Do all canon lenses fit the r7.

The R7 uses the Canon RF mount, which means it works with all RF and RF-S lenses. RF-S lenses are tailored for use with APS-C Canon cameras such as the R7, while RF lenses are more geared towards full-frame cameras, but still work on the R7.

The R7 can also use Canon's older EF and EF-S lenses for DLSRs, but you have to buy a Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R to fit the lenses.

The R7 can’t use EF-M lenses, which are made for the Canon EOS M series of cameras. No adaptor has been released for EF-M lenses. 

How do I know which lens to get for my R7?

The reason there are so many types of lens in the first place is that different scenes demand different lens designs, particularly when it comes to focal length and aperture rating.

Usually, you will decide what you want to photograph, then get a lens with the focal length that suits the situation. For example, to shoot landscapes you will need a wide-angle lens, while for sports and wildlife you will need a telephoto.

You can watch this video that explains focal length : it helps you work out what kind of lenses you need for different genres of photography. 

How we test lenses

The lens experts in our testing lab run a range of tests under controlled conditions, using the Imatest Master testing suite. Photos of test charts are taken across the range of apertures and zooms (where available), then analyzed for sharpness, distortion and chromatic aberrations.

We use Imatest SFR (spatial frequency response) charts and analysis software to plot lens resolution at the centre of the image frame, corners and mid-point distances, across the range of aperture settings and, with zoom lenses, at four different focal lengths.

There's more to it than just the technical side, though! Beyond the lab, our reviewers test lenses in real-world environments – and sometimes on professional shoots! We work with lenses both indoors and outdoors, in studio conditions and in natural light, with as many different subjects as is possible (or appropriate – there's no point testing a landscape lens' ability to shoot a portrait!). 

We take into account everything from handling and ease of use to speed of autofocus and the overall quality of the images produced. 

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The Canon EOS R7 for wildlife photography

Sabines’ first impressions of this great new mirrorless aps c camera from the chobe..

Sabine with the Canon EOS R7 Body

After a much-anticipated wait, Canon South Africa brought Pangolin Photo Safaris their new mirrorless duo, the Canon new EOS R7 and EOS R10 , to test from a wildlife photography perspective . Here’s a look at what Pangolin Photo Host, Sabine Stols , had to say about the new powerhouse from Canon.

Sabine only had a few days to test out this pre-production model in the Chobe but overall, she can happily say that she’s impressed with its key features. Watch her in action from the Chobe National Park in the below video:

Canon EOS R7 first impressions by Pangolin Photo Host Sabine Stols. 

All important specifications for wildlife photographers

Together with its baby brother, the EOS R10, the Canon EOS R7 belongs to Canon’s mirrorless APC crop stacked sensor cameras. It is a high resolution, 32 million pixel APS C camera that can shoot up to 15 frames per second with an electronic shutter. Right on par with the Canon EOS R3 and its key features. The limitation is that in 30 frames per second, the raw files will be reduced to 12, but instead of 14 bit, it features a 1.6 million dot screen.  The Mechanical shutter will fire off at 15 frames per second.

On a side note, the Canon eos R7 features a mechanical shutter sensor cover that protects it when switching lenses in the field. Super handy for those moments in Africa in the dry season especially when its dusty,

It has in-body image stabilization, autofocus up to -5 EV and the maximum shutter speed is 1/8000 sec. The camera has identical dual SD card slots, and it can either take the regular SA cards or the faster UHS 2 SD cards. The in-body image stabilization is something that always adds just that extra security to each shot which is great!

Canon EOS R7 side profile with card slots.

The battery is the same as in the full frame camera Canon EOS R5 and Canon EOS R6 and for video, the Canon EOS R7 shoots 4k 60 frames per second, 4K 30 frames per second, over-sampled from 7k as well as full HD 120 frames per second.

Enthusiasts will be happy to hear that C-Log 3 is available and that there is no 30-minute time limit which is great for wildlife shooters both filming and photographing wildlife.

How good is the build quality of the Canon R7?

Now to the handling and feel. The camera body weighs in at only 560 grams making it a great small and compact option. It still maintains the nice grip we are used to from Canon camera bodies and it has an articulated screen. These features in combination with the camera weight make for the perfect camera for those low angle shots and photographing wildlife in general. You also don’t have to worry as the menu is still structured in the same intuitive way that Canon users adore.

It offers plenty of customisation options for the physical controls and dials on the camera, which Canon has made some design changes to. The quick control dial is now situated around the smart multi-controller, which might need to take some readjusting if you come from previous Canon cameras. This sleek design also boasts a dedicated video switch that comes together with the on and off button on the top of the camera.

If you are someone that likes to shoot with the back button focus function, you will also have to get used to the new design and slightly smaller back buttons on the camera, which helps to maintain the compact and small size of the camera body.

Updated modern sleek design of Canon EOS R7. 

Something to look forward to is the excellent quality of the viewfinder. It is clear and bright and Canon gives you the option to simulate an optical viewfinder. Other than that, you will have the usual benefits of an electronic viewfinder, like simulating the exposure, the colour and even viewing your image inside the viewfinder, when there is very bright, ambient light.

Canon also states that the Canon EOS R7 has a certain degree of weather sealing. How much moisture resistant it is hard to say at this point, but less than the Canon EOS R5 and Canon EOS R6 bodies have. When shooting in full raw, with the electronic rolling shutter, in high-speed continuous, the electronic shutter buffer fills quite quickly. During this test run of the rolling shutter, we only managed to get roughly 30 to 40 images. When compressed raw instead – about 50 images and in JPEG and about 70 images before the buffer hits.

Check the specs below:

[+- 30- 40 RAW at 30fps]

[+- 50 CRAW at 30fps]

[+- 70 JPEG at 30fps]

How does the autofocus system on the R7 work?

Next up, let’s take a look at the autofocus system. Sabine tested the Canon EOS R7 with quite a few different RF mount lenses, but her favourite would be the 100 – 500mm to go with this aps c camera. The auto-focus works extremely well and fast for the Canon EOS R7. The Canon EOS R7 has got all the autofocus area modes that we know from the other mirrorless systems, the Canon EOS R5 and the Canon EOS R6. The Canon EOS R7 has subject detection tracking, it has animal eye-tracking, people eye-tracking, vehicle tracking, and animal eye-tracking seemed. Upon reflection, Sabine likens the eye-tracking capabilities to that of the Canon EOS R5 and Canon EOS R6.

Top view of the Canon EOS R7 camera body.

For fans of back button focus , another great function for the Canon EOS R7 is that you can set two back buttons for different focus options. For example, on the Canon EOS R7, one could be set with animal eye-tracking and the other for regular single spot focus. The joystick works smoothly to shift the focus point around something very important so that we have a better chance of capturing the subject in perfect focus. It is important to note that auto-focus is possible until a -5 EV.

What is the image quality of the Canon R7?

It is needless to say that the 32 million pixels offer a lot of detail for the Canon EOS R7. Image quality is sharp with plenty of detail in the pixels. The colours are beautiful and in typical Canon colour science. There is a lot of colour depth and bright colours are easily seen straight from the camera, even in the JPEG files.

Chobe elephant photographed with Canon EOS R7.

As it is a pre-production model, the raw files could not yet be opened. That being said, we were all blown away by the quality of the JPEGS. Stay tuned for the full review where we will discuss the noise in more detail once we test on the Canon EOS R7 again for a longer period.

Final thoughts from Sabine

Sabine’s final thoughts on this camera are that if you’re looking to change from an 80D, 90D or even a 70 MK 11 to a mirrorless system then the Canon EOS R7 falls within an attractive price range to do so. The confirmed price is €1500 and with tax and exchange rate, that will probably roughly be somewhere between $1700 and $1800. The Canon EOS R7 will make wildlife photography much more accessible to a bigger audience of people which is exciting.

Pair this Canon camera with either a 100 – 400mm RF or a 100 – 500mm RF lens (or even some of the rf s lenses) and you’ve got a winning combination. With its image stabilization, this duo will be lighter and more compact with everything you need for fast focus and super sharpness. So for us, it gets a thumbs up and “add to cart”!

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6 Best Lenses For Canon EOS R7 (…and 4 to avoid)

The Canon EOS R7 is a crop sensor camera that is built with many professional features. This combination of compact size, affordability, and pro specs is why it made my list of the Best Canon Cameras for Sports .

If you couple this camera with the right lens, you can get some very good performance in a small package that is perfect for a wide variety of photographers from beginners to pros.

My favorite lens for this camera would be the 28mm f/2.8 because the compact size and wide maximum aperture make it a versatile lens that will give you high quality images.

But depending on what you shoot most, you may want a different option. So keep reading to see my complete breakdown of the best lenses for the Canon R7 based on what might be right for you.

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1. Canon 28mm f/2.8

This compact 28mm lens has a nice wide f/2.8 max aperture and its size pairs nicely with the compact R7 for a great walk-around combo.

This might be my personal favorite lens to carry around on a crop sensor camera. This full-frame lens weighs a mere 4.2 oz (120g) so pairing it with the R7 makes for a very small kit that is perfect for everyday shooting.

Despite its tiny size, the 20mm f/2.8 delivers sharpness and resolution that will allow you take full advantage of the 32.5 megapixels in the Canon R7.

This lens probably gives you more bang for your buck than any other Canon RF lens you can buy. It illustrates that prime lenses can outperform zoom lenses in image quality even at much lower price points.

In addition to that, the 28mm focal length (45mm full-frame equivalent on the R7) is wide enough to capture scenery but not so wide that pictures of people are distorted. Combine this with the f/2.8 aperture and it’s about as versatile a prime lens as you can get.

On the R7, a 28mm lens gives you the equivalent focal length of about 45mm on a full frame, so you’re getting what is essentially a “standard” field of view. That, plus the f/2.8 max aperture makes it a great lens for someone that’s still working on improving their skills and one I would recommend to replace any kit lens that came with your camera.

This is a great focal length to carry around while traveling, shooting street photography, or just going out with friends.

2. Canon 24-105 f/4

This lens covers a wide focal range with a fixed f/4 max aperture which makes it a great lens to keep on your camera in a variety of situations.

The 24-105mm f/4 lens gives you a decent f/4 maximum aperture with a very wide focal range and still delivers very good image quality. On the crop sensor R7 the effective focal range is 38mm to 168mm.

I like this lens for the R7 because its compact size coupled with a big focal range.

You can shoot everyday shots and even some landscapes at 24mm and still have the reach for far away objects at the 105mm end. This makes it the kind of lens that you can put on your R7 and leave it there.

I like this option as an everyday lens for this camera a lot better than the RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM that is often sold as a kit lens with it. You’ll get sharper images and better colors as well as the consistent f/4 max aperture across the entire focal length.

The f/4 aperture isn’t the fastest lens in the lineup but it is decent for getting shots in low light. Of course, for very low light situations, you may want to have the 28mm f/2.8 above or the 35mm f/1.8 below , but this lens will work in most circumstances.

One of the main reasons this lens didn’t make it as the top pick is because it is more expensive than the 28mm above. But its a solid investment as you can use it on full frame Canon RF mount cameras as well where it serves the same purpose as an all-around performer.

If you travel a lot and don’t want to bring multiple lenses or are just looking for one lens that can handle the widest variety of shooting situations then this is a great option.

3. Canon 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM

With an equivalent focal length of 56mm on the crop sensor camera, this is the lens that every R7 owner should buy once they realize the kit lens isn’t getting it done.

The 35mm f/1.8 is the lens I recommend for almost anyone with a crop sensor camera as the next one to get after they get frustrated with their kit lens. The f/1.8 aperture opens up an entire world of possibilities compared to most kit lenses.

The 35mm focal length on the R7 will be equivalent to 56mm on a full frame camera.

The f/1.8 aperture is often a massive difference for anyone that’s never used a lens with a wide maximum aperture like that before. It will allow you to experiment with shallow depth of field as well as shoot in low light.

The R7 is a great option to get started shooting things like events and portraits and this lens will definitely help you do both.

If you’re shooting indoors, you’ll be happy to have the f/1.8 aperture, especially in darker indoor settings. If you’re not used to shooting indoors, you’ll find that indoor lighting is often far darker than you realize. This lens will help you avoid having to use excessively high ISOs.

Another added benefit of this lens is that you can use it as a macro lens. It has a 1:2 reproduction ration and a close focusing distance of 0.17m (0.56ft / 6.7in). On a crop sensor camera this will give you the ability to get real close to your macro subject and fill the frame.

So if you want a little more low light capability than the two options above, then I highly recommend checking out this 35mm lens.

4. Canon 70-200 f/4

Closer to a pro lens (but more affordable) the 70-200 f/4 will work great on the R7 for those of you that want some extra reach to shoot things like your kid’s sports.

If you want to use your R7 and its 30 frames per second shooting speed for sports and action, then you’ll need a good quality telephoto lens. This 70-200 /4 is perfect for that.

It’s very sharp and focuses fast enough to take full advantage of the exceptional focusing system in the R7.

When you shoot a longer focal lengths, you need a faster shutter speed to avoid blur from handholding the camera and a consistent f/4 aperture can make really help for shooting action when you’re not in bright sunlight.

You’re going to get exceptional image quality in terms of both sharpness and color rendition. This pairs nicely with the 24-105 above to give you a huge focal length range with just two lenses.

Upgrade Option: The Canon 70-200 f/2.8 L IS USM is a professional quality lens and one you’ll find in the bags of most sports and wildlife shooters. The wider max aperture gives you more low light shooting and the lens itself is a bit sharper.

5. Canon 50mm f/1.8 STM

This lens is an 80mm equivalent on the R7 crop sensor which makes it perfect for shooting portraits.

The Canon 50mm f/1.8 has all of the same benefits as the 35mm version, but if you are shooting a lot of portrait photography, then the 50mm will be a 80mm equivalent on the R7 which is a perfect focal length for portraits.

By using a longer focal length, you’ll be able to stand farther away from your subject while still filling the frame. This adds something called compression in photography, which typically helps to give a more flattering look to people.

Of course, the longer focal length also can be somewhat limiting for everyday use. So keep that in mind. This lens is great as a second or third option for the R7 while the ones at the top of this list are more versatile and good for everyday use.

The best part of this “nifty fifty” lens is that its one of the cheapest options out there for your R7 despite being incredibly sharp. In fact, this was my “budget pick” on my list of the best Canon lenses for portraits .

6. Canon 16mm f/2.8

This 16mm f/1.8 gives you a wide angle and a fast aperture for shooting almost any kind of landscape from mountains to astrophotography.

You might be surprised that I didn’t choose one of the wide angle zoom lenses for this pick. To show you why, let’s take a look at some of those options…

Upgrade Options: The 10-20mm f/4 comes in at $2,299 MSRP, the 15-35mm f/2.8 comes in at $2,099 MSRP , and the most affordable wide angle zoom is the 14-35mm f/4 at $1,199 MSRP . Compare this to the 16mm f/2.8 at $299 MSRP and you can see why it’s such an attractive option for most R7 owners.

That being said both of those zooms are excellent landscape lenses and if they’re within your budget then I would recommend either of them as they give you more versatility with the focal range and are exceptionally sharp so you’ll be able to take full advantage of the 32.5 megapixel sensor on your R7.

I like the 16mm because you’re getting a lot for a low cost and a small lightweight lens.

If you’re shooting landscapes in remote places where you need to carry your camera kit, then the weight savings can make a big difference.

You’re also getting exceptional sharpness with this 16mm lens, so your images will look every bit as detailed as any shot on the wide angle zooms.

In addition, the f/2.8 max aperture makes it a great option even for astrophotography.

Lenses To Avoid For Your R7

The truth is that there really aren’t many bad lenses in the Canon RF system. Canon hasn’t opened up the specs to third-party manufacturers to create their own lenses and they’ve done a great job at making high-quality lenses.

With the adapter you can use Canon’s DSLR lenses too, so you have a massive selection.

That being said, some lenses really aren’t worth getting for this particular camera.

These aren’t necessarily bad lenses. I just don’t think they’re worth the investment given the other options above.

Canon 55-210mm f/5-7.1

This lens is available as a kit lens with a few of the Canon crop sensor cameras. It’s not bad but you can get a lot better performance with a carefully chosen prime lens like the 28mm f/2.8 or the 35mm f/1.8 above.

Also, mainly because this is designed as an affordable lens, the image quality is a bit less than the primes so you’re really not taking advantage of the 32.5 megapixel sensor in the R7.

Canon 24-105 f/4-7.1

The thing that makes me not want to recommend this lens is the f/7.1 maximum aperture at the longer (105mm) end. When you shoot at longer focal lengths, you need a faster shutter speed. Plus this is a focal length you may want to use for shooting sports or wildlife as well, which also tend to require faster shutter speeds.

So being limited to a maximum of f/7.1 means you’ll be using some very high ISO settings to get the right exposure. While the R7 is decent at higher ISOs, it has its limits.

So if you want that extra reach for things like action, then its worth investing in the f/4 version above .

But if you are constrained by budget, then you may also be better off using this Canon RF to EF adapter and finding a used EF mount lens with a faster aperture for a better price.

Canon 24-50 f/4.5-6.3

This is really just a case of there being better options available. If you’re looking at this focal length, I think you would be better off just going for the 35mm f/1.8 prime lens above .

You’ll get better image quality and a faster aperture for shooting in low light.

Canon 15-30 f/4.5-6.3

Similar to the 24-30 above, you can get much better image quality and a better max aperture with a prime lens in this focal range such as the 16mm f/2.8 above .

What To Look For When Choosing A Lens For Your Canon R7

In addition to the usual things you look for in a lens like image quality, sharpness, and a large maximum aperture, there are a few things specific to the Nikon Zfc that you may want to think about.

Choosing a lens is much more than just finding the “best” lens for the R7.

It’s important to consider what you’ll be using it for and how useful that particular lens would be for a variety of different things.

For example a 50mm prime lens is great for shooting portraits and closer up shots on a crop sensor camera, but it might not be wide enough to get a great landscape shot on that same camera.

So you would have to decide whether you want a lens that does a decent job for both or two lenses that are excellent for each specific type of shot.

Future Upgrades

The R7 is a crop sensor camera. That means that the sensor is smaller than full frame Canon cameras.

There are some lenses that are specifically made for crop sensor cameras. They are often smaller, lighter, and less expensive than full frame lenses. However, you can’t use those crop sensor lenses on a full frame camera.

Full frame lenses work equally well on crop sensor and full frame cameras. So while you might spend a little more but you’ll be investing in a lens that you can continue to use even if you upgrade your camera to full frame in the future.

Size and Weight

The R7 is a relatively small and compact camera compared to DSLRs and full frame mirrorless cameras. So larger lenses will be a bit cumbersome on this body.

All of the lenses I recommended above will feel comfortable and well balanced on your R7.

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Is there still life in the Canon M6 Mark II?

Is there still life in a dead camera? When it comes to the Canon M6 Mark II, I think the answer may be yes. 

Just take a look at the specs: the Canon M6 Mark II is a super-compact, street- and travel-friendly camera, with a high-resolution 32.5MP APS-C sensor capable of 14fps bursts and 4K 60p video. These are the reasons why it is the flagship of Canon's EOS M series of mirrorless cameras.

Of course, there's the rub: Canon discontinued the EOS M system in October 2023. There will be no more EOS M cameras, and Canon no longer produces the EF-M lenses used by the system. 

So even though it's a flagship caliber camera, is there any mileage in the Canon M6 Mark II?

Again, the specs tell the tale. This is the same 35.2MP sensor that you'll find in the Canon EOS R7 – not only one of the best Canon cameras available, but one of the best cameras for wildlife photography among many other genres.

That 14fps burst mode is still competitive with many modern cameras, and the Canon M6 Mark II can actually exceed this in RAW burst mode by clocking up to 30fps – which is faster than the powerhouse Canon EOS R5 and current flagship EOS R3 , even though it produces slightly cropped 17.9MP stills.

While the EOS M system may have been discontinued in favor of EOS R, the M-series cameras hold a distinct advantage: not only are the bodies smaller, so are the lenses. This is because the optics are designed specifically for an APS-C lens mount, whereas even the RF-S lenses for APS-C cameras have to fit the full frame mount – making them inherently bigger.

So if you want a super-compact yet super-capable system, the Canon M6 Mark II might actually serve you better than something like the EOS R50 or R7. 

And while Canon may not be making any more EF-M lenses, you still see them popping up occasionally from third parties – not that the system really needs any more glass. The best Canon EF-M lenses are few in number, but the system can easily adapt lenses from other mounts – including near-seamless performance with the extensive lineup of Canon DSLR lenses . 

I think the Canon EOS M6 Mark II is still a very appealing camera. Paired with the 15-45mm (24-72mm equivalent) and 18-150mm lenses (28.8-240mm) lenses, it's a great all-in-one setup that's ideal for an everyday carry, travel camera or even for content creation. 

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Touring the Top 10 Moscow Metro Stations

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Komsomolskaya metro station looks like a museum. It has vaulted ceilings and baroque decor.

Hidden underground, in the heart of Moscow, are historical and architectural treasures of Russia. These are Soviet-era creations – the metro stations of Moscow.

Our guide Maria introduced these elaborate metro stations as “the palaces for the people.” Built between 1937 and 1955, each station holds its own history and stories. Stalin had the idea of building beautiful underground spaces that the masses could enjoy. They would look like museums, art centers, concert halls, palaces and churches. Each would have a different theme. None would be alike.

The two-hour private tour was with a former Intourist tour guide named Maria. Maria lived in Moscow all her life and through the communist era of 60s to 90s. She has been a tour guide for more than 30 years. Being in her 60s, she moved rather quickly for her age. We traveled and crammed with Maria and other Muscovites on the metro to visit 10 different metro stations.

Arrow showing the direction of metro line 1 and 2

Moscow subways are very clean

To Maria, every street, metro and building told a story. I couldn’t keep up with her stories. I don’t remember most of what she said because I was just thrilled being in Moscow.   Added to that, she spilled out so many Russian words and names, which to one who can’t read Cyrillic, sounded so foreign and could be easily forgotten.

The metro tour was the first part of our all day tour of Moscow with Maria. Here are the stations we visited:

1. Komsomolskaya Metro Station  is the most beautiful of them all. Painted yellow and decorated with chandeliers, gold leaves and semi precious stones, the station looks like a stately museum. And possibly decorated like a palace. I saw Komsomolskaya first, before the rest of the stations upon arrival in Moscow by train from St. Petersburg.

2. Revolution Square Metro Station (Ploshchad Revolyutsii) has marble arches and 72 bronze sculptures designed by Alexey Dushkin. The marble arches are flanked by the bronze sculptures. If you look closely you will see passersby touching the bronze dog's nose. Legend has it that good luck comes to those who touch the dog's nose.

Touch the dog's nose for good luck. At the Revolution Square station

Revolution Square Metro Station

3. Arbatskaya Metro Station served as a shelter during the Soviet-era. It is one of the largest and the deepest metro stations in Moscow.

Arbatskaya Metro Station

4. Biblioteka Imeni Lenina Metro Station was built in 1935 and named after the Russian State Library. It is located near the library and has a big mosaic portrait of Lenin and yellow ceramic tiles on the track walls.

Lenin's portrait at the Biblioteka Imeni Lenina Metro Station

5. Kievskaya Metro Station was one of the first to be completed in Moscow. Named after the capital city of Ukraine by Kiev-born, Nikita Khruschev, Stalin's successor.

Kievskaya Metro Station

6. Novoslobodskaya Metro Station  was built in 1952. It has 32 stained glass murals with brass borders.

Novoslobodskaya metro station

7. Kurskaya Metro Station was one of the first few to be built in Moscow in 1938. It has ceiling panels and artwork showing Soviet leadership, Soviet lifestyle and political power. It has a dome with patriotic slogans decorated with red stars representing the Soviet's World War II Hall of Fame. Kurskaya Metro Station is a must-visit station in Moscow.

Ceiling panel and artworks at Kurskaya Metro Station

8. Mayakovskaya Metro Station built in 1938. It was named after Russian poet Vladmir Mayakovsky. This is one of the most beautiful metro stations in the world with 34 mosaics painted by Alexander Deyneka.

Mayakovskaya station

One of the over 30 ceiling mosaics in Mayakovskaya metro station

9. Belorusskaya Metro Station is named after the people of Belarus. In the picture below, there are statues of 3 members of the Partisan Resistance in Belarus during World War II. The statues were sculpted by Sergei Orlov, S. Rabinovich and I. Slonim.

10. Teatralnaya Metro Station (Theatre Metro Station) is located near the Bolshoi Theatre.

Teatralnaya Metro Station decorated with porcelain figures .

Taking the metro's escalator at the end of the tour with Maria the tour guide.

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January 15, 2017 at 8:17 am

An excellent read! Thanks for much for sharing the Russian metro system with us. We're heading to Moscow in April and exploring the metro stations were on our list and after reading your post, I'm even more excited to go visit them. Thanks again 🙂

December 6, 2017 at 10:45 pm

Hi, do you remember which tour company you contacted for this tour?

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The Moscow Metro Museum of Art: 10 Must-See Stations

There are few times one can claim having been on the subway all afternoon and loving it, but the Moscow Metro provides just that opportunity.  While many cities boast famous public transport systems—New York’s subway, London’s underground, San Salvador’s chicken buses—few warrant hours of exploration.  Moscow is different: Take one ride on the Metro, and you’ll find out that this network of railways can be so much more than point A to B drudgery.

The Metro began operating in 1935 with just thirteen stations, covering less than seven miles, but it has since grown into the world’s third busiest transit system ( Tokyo is first ), spanning about 200 miles and offering over 180 stops along the way.  The construction of the Metro began under Joseph Stalin’s command, and being one of the USSR’s most ambitious building projects, the iron-fisted leader instructed designers to create a place full of svet (radiance) and svetloe budushchee (a radiant future), a palace for the people and a tribute to the Mother nation.

Consequently, the Metro is among the most memorable attractions in Moscow.  The stations provide a unique collection of public art, comparable to anything the city’s galleries have to offer and providing a sense of the Soviet era, which is absent from the State National History Museum.  Even better, touring the Metro delivers palpable, experiential moments, which many of us don’t get standing in front of painting or a case of coins.

Though tours are available , discovering the Moscow Metro on your own provides a much more comprehensive, truer experience, something much less sterile than following a guide.  What better place is there to see the “real” Moscow than on mass transit: A few hours will expose you to characters and caricatures you’ll be hard-pressed to find dining near the Bolshoi Theater.  You become part of the attraction, hear it in the screech of the train, feel it as hurried commuters brush by: The Metro sucks you beneath the city and churns you into the mix.

With the recommendations of our born-and-bred Muscovite students, my wife Emma and I have just taken a self-guided tour of what some locals consider the top ten stations of the Moscow Metro. What most satisfied me about our Metro tour was the sense of adventure .  I loved following our route on the maps of the wagon walls as we circled the city, plotting out the course to the subsequent stops; having the weird sensation of being underground for nearly four hours; and discovering the next cavern of treasures, playing Indiana Jones for the afternoon, piecing together fragments of Russia’s mysterious history.  It’s the ultimate interactive museum.

Top Ten Stations (In order of appearance)

Kievskaya station.

Kievskaya Station went public in March of 1937, the rails between it and Park Kultury Station being the first to cross the Moscow River.  Kievskaya is full of mosaics depicting aristocratic scenes of Russian life, with great cameo appearances by Lenin, Trotsky, and Stalin.  Each work has a Cyrillic title/explanation etched in the marble beneath it; however, if your Russian is rusty, you can just appreciate seeing familiar revolutionary dates like 1905 ( the Russian Revolution ) and 1917 ( the October Revolution ).

Mayakovskaya Station

Mayakovskaya Station ranks in my top three most notable Metro stations. Mayakovskaya just feels right, done Art Deco but no sense of gaudiness or pretention.  The arches are adorned with rounded chrome piping and create feeling of being in a jukebox, but the roof’s expansive mosaics of the sky are the real showstopper.  Subjects cleverly range from looking up at a high jumper, workers atop a building, spires of Orthodox cathedrals, to nimble aircraft humming by, a fleet of prop planes spelling out CCCP in the bluest of skies.

Novoslobodskaya Station

Novoslobodskaya is the Metro’s unique stained glass station.  Each column has its own distinctive panels of colorful glass, most of them with a floral theme, some of them capturing the odd sailor, musician, artist, gardener, or stenographer in action.  The glass is framed in Art Deco metalwork, and there is the lovely aspect of discovering panels in the less frequented haunches of the hall (on the trackside, between the incoming staircases).  Novosblod is, I’ve been told, the favorite amongst out-of-town visitors.

Komsomolskaya Station

Komsomolskaya Station is one of palatial grandeur.  It seems both magnificent and obligatory, like the presidential palace of a colonial city.  The yellow ceiling has leafy, white concrete garland and a series of golden military mosaics accenting the tile mosaics of glorified Russian life.  Switching lines here, the hallway has an Alice-in-Wonderland feel, impossibly long with decorative tile walls, culminating in a very old station left in a remarkable state of disrepair, offering a really tangible glimpse behind the palace walls.

Dostoevskaya Station

Dostoevskaya is a tribute to the late, great hero of Russian literature .  The station at first glance seems bare and unimpressive, a stark marble platform without a whiff of reassembled chips of tile.  However, two columns have eerie stone inlay collages of scenes from Dostoevsky’s work, including The Idiot , The Brothers Karamazov , and Crime and Punishment.   Then, standing at the center of the platform, the marble creates a kaleidoscope of reflections.  At the entrance, there is a large, inlay portrait of the author.

Chkalovskaya Station

Chkalovskaya does space Art Deco style (yet again).  Chrome borders all.  Passageways with curvy overhangs create the illusion of walking through the belly of a chic, new-age spacecraft.  There are two (kos)mosaics, one at each end, with planetary subjects.  Transferring here brings you above ground, where some rather elaborate metalwork is on display.  By name similarity only, I’d expected Komsolskaya Station to deliver some kosmonaut décor; instead, it was Chkalovskaya that took us up to the space station.

Elektrozavodskaya Station

Elektrozavodskaya is full of marble reliefs of workers, men and women, laboring through the different stages of industry.  The superhuman figures are round with muscles, Hollywood fit, and seemingly undeterred by each Herculean task they respectively perform.  The station is chocked with brass, from hammer and sickle light fixtures to beautiful, angular framework up the innards of the columns.  The station’s art pieces are less clever or extravagant than others, but identifying the different stages of industry is entertaining.

Baumanskaya Statio

Baumanskaya Station is the only stop that wasn’t suggested by the students.  Pulling in, the network of statues was just too enticing: Out of half-circle depressions in the platform’s columns, the USSR’s proud and powerful labor force again flaunts its success.  Pilots, blacksmiths, politicians, and artists have all congregated, posing amongst more Art Deco framing.  At the far end, a massive Soviet flag dons the face of Lenin and banners for ’05, ’17, and ‘45.  Standing in front of the flag, you can play with the echoing roof.

Ploshchad Revolutsii Station

Novokuznetskaya Station

Novokuznetskaya Station finishes off this tour, more or less, where it started: beautiful mosaics.  This station recalls the skyward-facing pieces from Mayakovskaya (Station #2), only with a little larger pictures in a more cramped, very trafficked area.  Due to a line of street lamps in the center of the platform, it has the atmosphere of a bustling market.  The more inventive sky scenes include a man on a ladder, women picking fruit, and a tank-dozer being craned in.  The station’s also has a handsome black-and-white stone mural.

Here is a map and a brief description of our route:

Start at (1)Kievskaya on the “ring line” (look for the squares at the bottom of the platform signs to help you navigate—the ring line is #5, brown line) and go north to Belorusskaya, make a quick switch to the Dark Green/#2 line, and go south one stop to (2)Mayakovskaya.  Backtrack to the ring line—Brown/#5—and continue north, getting off at (3)Novosblodskaya and (4)Komsolskaya.  At Komsolskaya Station, transfer to the Red/#1 line, go south for two stops to Chistye Prudy, and get on the Light Green/#10 line going north.  Take a look at (5)Dostoevskaya Station on the northern segment of Light Green/#10 line then change directions and head south to (6)Chkalovskaya, which offers a transfer to the Dark Blue/#3 line, going west, away from the city center.  Have a look (7)Elektroskaya Station before backtracking into the center of Moscow, stopping off at (8)Baumskaya, getting off the Dark Blue/#3 line at (9)Ploschad Revolyutsii.  Change to the Dark Green/#2 line and go south one stop to see (10)Novokuznetskaya Station.

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Jonathon Engels, formerly a patron saint of misadventure, has been stumbling his way across cultural borders since 2005 and is currently volunteering in the mountains outside of Antigua, Guatemala.  For more of his work, visit his website and blog .

Photo credits:   SergeyRod , all others courtesy of the author and may not be used without permission

Moscow Metro – Part 2

Have you been to Moscow ? In all seriousness, they have the prettiest metro stations I have ever seen and I still can’t believe how immaculate and lovely every station was. There are several different stations pictured below and this is the second of several posts where I will show you the beauty of the Moscow Metro. Did you see part 1 ?  There really isn’t much to say because I think the pictures speak for themselves. I have so many more pictures to share with you!

Have you ever been to Moscow? Is it someplace you have thought about visiting?

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This is the train STATION?? Oh my god… So gorgeous. Moscow has never even crossed my mind as a possible travel destination but this is gorgeous…Hmmm… LOL

I know, right? We spent several hours in the metro, just marveling at the beauty of each one. Thanks for stopping by!

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