Canon 7D vs Nikon Z fc
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Canon 7D vs Nikon Z fc Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 860g - 148 x 111 x 74mm
- Released November 2009
- Successor is Canon 7D MII
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Revealed June 2021
Canon 7D vs Nikon Z fc Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon 7D vs Nikon Z fc, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the 7D (18MP) and the Z fc (21MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe 7D was announced 12 years before the Z fc which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 7D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 7D matches up vs the Z fc in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon 7D vs Nikon Z fc Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 7D and Nikon Z fc. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 7D Gallery and Nikon Z fc Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 7D over the Nikon Z fc
7D | Z fc |
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Canon 7D
Z fc | 7D | |||
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Revealed | June 2021 | November 2009 | Newer by 141 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 920k | Crisper screen (+120k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 7D and Nikon Z fc
7D | Z fc | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Canon 7D vs Nikon Z fc Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon 7D comes with exterior dimensions of 148mm x 111mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") and a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs) while the Nikon Z fc has dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
Check the Canon 7D vs Nikon Z fc in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the 7D against the Z fc.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 7D and Z fc is 56 and 79 respectively.
Canon 7D vs Nikon Z fc Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The image here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7D and Z fc.
As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon Z fc to deliver extra detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 7D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon 7D vs Nikon Z fc Specifications
Canon EOS 7D | Nikon Z fc | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 7D | Nikon Z fc |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2009-11-06 | 2021-06-28 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 21 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 5568 x 3712 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | 204800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 19 | 209 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon Z |
Available lenses | 326 | 21 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data 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 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 860g (1.90 lb) | 445g (0.98 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 148 x 111 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | 300 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6 | EN-EL25 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, Microdrive cards | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $1,050 | $949 |