Canon 7D MII vs Fujifilm X-T1
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Canon 7D MII vs Fujifilm X-T1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000 (Increase to 51200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 910g - 149 x 112 x 78mm
- Announced September 2014
- Succeeded the Canon 7D
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Released April 2014
- Updated by Fujifilm X-T2
Canon 7D MII vs Fujifilm X-T1 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Canon 7D MII vs Fujifilm X-T1, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the 7D MII (20MP) and Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The 7D MII was introduced 6 months later than the Fujifilm X-T1 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 7D MII being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Fujifilm X-T1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 7D MII scores against the Fujifilm X-T1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 7D MII vs Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 7D Mark II & Fujifilm X-T1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 7D MII Gallery & Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 7D MII over the Fujifilm X-T1
7D MII | Fujifilm X-T1 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Canon 7D MII
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Canon 7D MII and Fujifilm X-T1
7D MII | Fujifilm X-T1 | |||
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Released | September 2014 | April 2014 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon 7D MII vs Fujifilm X-T1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon 7D MII enjoys external dimensions of 149mm x 112mm x 78mm (5.9" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-T1 has specifications of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") having a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs).
See the Canon 7D MII vs Fujifilm X-T1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the 7D MII against the Fujifilm X-T1.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 7D MII and Fujifilm X-T1 is 55 and 79 respectively.
Canon 7D MII vs Fujifilm X-T1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 7D MII and Fujifilm X-T1.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon 7D MII to resolve extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively.
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Canon 7D MII vs Fujifilm X-T1 Specifications
Canon EOS 7D Mark II | Fujifilm X-T1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon EOS 7D Mark II | Fujifilm X-T1 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-09-15 | 2014-04-14 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 (dual) | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.4 x 15mm | 23.6 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 336.0mm² | 368.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 16000 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 65 | - |
Cross type focus points | 65 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Fujifilm X |
Available lenses | 326 | 54 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD (RGBW) |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m | 8.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash settings | - | Activated when external flash is connected Red-eye removal OFF: Auto / Forced Flash / Slow Synchro / Suppressed Flash / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Red-eye removal ON: Red-eye Reduction Auto / Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro / Red-e |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (59.94, 50. 29.97, 25, 24, 23.98 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50, 29.97, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (29.97, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 910 gr (2.01 pounds) | 440 gr (0.97 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 149 x 112 x 78mm (5.9" x 4.4" x 3.1") | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 70 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1082 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 670 images | 350 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6N | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | CompactFlash + SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Price at launch | $1,086 | $1,300 |