Canon 7D vs Nikon B700
56 Imaging
57 Features
70 Overall
62


65 Imaging
46 Features
64 Overall
53
Canon 7D vs Nikon B700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 860g - 148 x 111 x 74mm
- Launched November 2009
- Updated by Canon 7D MII
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Launched February 2016

Canon 7D vs Nikon B700 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon 7D vs Nikon B700, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the 7D (18MP) and the B700 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the 7D (APS-C) and B700 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

The 7D was revealed 7 years earlier than the B700 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 7D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the 7D grades vs the B700 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 7D vs Nikon B700 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 7D & Nikon Coolpix B700. The full galleries are available at Canon 7D Gallery & Nikon B700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 7D over the Nikon B700
7D | B700 |
---|
Reasons to pick Nikon B700 over the Canon 7D
B700 | 7D | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | February 2016 | ![]() | November 2009 | More modern by 76 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon 7D and Nikon B700
7D | B700 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon 7D vs Nikon B700 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 7D features exterior dimensions of 148mm x 111mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs) whilst the Nikon B700 has dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 7D vs Nikon B700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the 7D compared to the B700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 7D and B700 is 56 and 65 respectively.

Canon 7D vs Nikon B700 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 7D and B700.
As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 7D with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon B700 will give you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged 7D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon 7D vs Nikon B700 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Canon 7D vs Nikon B700 Specifications
Canon EOS 7D | Nikon Coolpix B700 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 7D | Nikon Coolpix B700 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-11-06 | 2016-02-23 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual Digic 4 | - |
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 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
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 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 326 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 921k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | 7.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
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 | 860 gr (1.90 pounds) | 565 gr (1.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 148 x 111 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") |
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 photographs | 350 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6 | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, Microdrive cards | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $1,050 | $500 |