Canon 7D vs Nikon D90
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Canon 7D vs Nikon D90 Key Specs
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- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 860g - 148 x 111 x 74mm
- Revealed November 2009
- New Model is Canon 7D MII
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 703g - 132 x 103 x 77mm
- Announced October 2008
- Previous Model is Nikon D80
- New Model is Nikon D7000
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Here, we will be looking at the Canon 7D versus Nikon D90, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the 7D (18MP) and D90 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 7D was launched 13 months after the D90 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the 7D matches up vs the D90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Canon 7D over the Nikon D90
| 7D | D90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | November 2009 |  | October 2008 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D90 over the Canon 7D
| D90 | 7D |
|---|
Common features in the Canon 7D and Nikon D90
| 7D | D90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 920k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon 7D vs Nikon D90 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 7D enjoys physical 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 D90 has dimensions of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the 7D against the D90.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 7D and D90 is 56 and 60 respectively.
Canon 7D vs Nikon D90 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7D and D90.
Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon 7D to render more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger 7D will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon 7D vs Nikon D90 Specifications
| Canon EOS 7D | Nikon D90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon EOS 7D | Nikon D90 |
| Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Revealed | 2009-11-06 | 2008-10-13 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Dual Digic 4 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 372.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 18MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4288 x 2848 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 19 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
| Amount of lenses | 326 | 309 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 920k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.64x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per second | 4.5 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m | 17.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/200s |
| 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) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 860g (1.90 lb) | 703g (1.55 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 148 x 111 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") | 132 x 103 x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 66 | 73 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.0 | 22.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | 12.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | 854 | 977 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 800 images | 850 images |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LP-E6 | EN-EL3e |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, Microdrive cards | SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $1,050 | $1,199 |