Canon 7D vs Canon SX710 HS
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Canon 7D vs Canon SX710 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 860g - 148 x 111 x 74mm
- Introduced November 2009
- Updated by Canon 7D MII
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Announced January 2015
- Replaced the Canon SX700 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX720 HS

Canon 7D vs Canon SX710 HS Overview
Its time to look closer at the Canon 7D and Canon SX710 HS, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Canon. The sensor resolution of the 7D (18MP) and the SX710 HS (20MP) is very close but the 7D (APS-C) and SX710 HS (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

The 7D was revealed 6 years before the SX710 HS which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon 7D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera.
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 7D grades against the SX710 HS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 7D vs Canon SX710 HS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 7D and Canon PowerShot SX710 HS. The full galleries are provided at Canon 7D Gallery and Canon SX710 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 7D over the Canon SX710 HS
7D | SX710 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Canon 7D
SX710 HS | 7D | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | November 2009 | More modern by 62 months |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+2k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 7D and Canon SX710 HS
7D | SX710 HS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon 7D vs Canon SX710 HS Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon 7D features physical measurements of 148mm x 111mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") with a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs) while the Canon SX710 HS has sizing of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Analyze the Canon 7D and Canon SX710 HS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the 7D against the SX710 HS.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 7D and SX710 HS is 56 and 89 respectively.

Canon 7D vs Canon SX710 HS Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 7D and SX710 HS.
As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 7D having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon SX710 HS will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged 7D will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon 7D vs Canon SX710 HS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 7D vs Canon SX710 HS Specifications
Canon EOS 7D | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon EOS 7D | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-11-06 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual Digic 4 | DIGIC 6 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 19 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.2-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 326 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 15s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/3200s |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, on, off, slow synchro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 860g (1.90 pounds) | 269g (0.59 pounds) |
Dimensions | 148 x 111 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 66 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 854 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 images | 230 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6 | NB-6LH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, Microdrive cards | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $1,050 | $349 |