Canon EOS 7D versus Nikon D7000

Canon EOS 7D. Image: alexsukonkin.com

If you're looking for Digital SLR cameras, the photography enthusiast or a beginner photographer will be confused by the two major brands, Nikon and Canon.

 Well, to facilitate you select your dream DSLR camera, then I will give you information about the Nikon D7000 and Canon EOS 7D. Although there has been a new model, but you can take advantage of opportunities to get a cheaper price than buying a new camera. 

You do not need to be tempted with new features that appear on a new digital camera because you will not use the new features for everyday photography. You can use photo editor software like Photoshop and other software that you can download on the Internet; there is even a lot of free software. With a variety of software you can do photo editing to reinforce the beauty of your photos, you can even make a creative photo with no problems.

Canon EOS 7D

 Canon EOS 7D has a lot of advantages that can be considered when buying a DSLR camera. Canon EOS 7D reinforced with 18.0-megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor and Dual DIGIC 4 image processors and can be used to shoot at ISO 12800 and speeds of up to 8 fps. The camera is also equipped with the ability to record full HD video at 30p (29.97 fps), 24p (23.976 fps).

Canon EOS 7 D with 18 – 55 lens kit.

Canon EOS 7D has a wide selection of creative image settings such as Portrait, Landscape and more, you can take pictures of the general condition without changing the menu settings, the camera will automatically select the appropriate settings.

 With the Face Detection system, the camera can identify a face in the frame and optimizes the settings so that the results remain focused and sharp.

 The photos that you take with Canon EOS 7D can be saved in JPEG, RAW, RAW M, and S RAW. While the video in MOV format. Mini HDMI port allows you to watch live video and photos on a big screen HDTV. You can also save photos to the computer or laptop using the USB port.

Canon EOS 7D DSLR is an innovative camera that can take you to the world of photography. Photography hobby became more attractive thanks to the presence of Canon EOS 7D. This camera created by Canon digital SLR models. Canon camera is ideal for professional photographers and semi-professionals.

Nikon D7000

Nikon D7000. Image: videomaker.com

 Nikon D7000 is a DSLR camera that can be your choice for professional photographers. This camera uses a 16.2 MP CMOS sensor with 18-105mm kit lens, this camera is a secondary camera up to the quality that cannot be doubted. Nikon D7000 can record video in Full HD 1080p format at 24fps autofocus. With magnesium alloy body and protected with weather seal, making it sturdy but also lightweight so that you can comfortably when photographing an object.

Nikon D7000 specs are significantly improved compared to the Nikon D90, even similar to the Nikon D300 features. So it seemed natural that any D90 owners will be tempted to upgrade to the D7000. The camera body is similar to the D90 at first glance, but there is a difference with a special button for live view and movie (just like on the Nikon D3100). 

Nikon D7000 with dual slot memory. Image: s2.hiperdef.com

Nikon D7000 has left the button layout is the same as the D90 to access the MENU, WB, ISO, and Quality. However, the D7000 provided the play button to access scene modes S, CL, CH as in the D300 (the play of this kind does not exist in the D90). Nikon D7000 on the mode dial are no longer awarded several scene modes like Landscape, Macro etc. Instead, there is a choice of Scene Modes, and two User Profile that can be stored (U1 and U2) to complete the mode P, A, S, M and AUTO.

Nikon D7000 is Compact and dependable. By using the material-Magnesium Alloy on the top and front protector, this camera can be more resistant to weather and dust resistant. High durability balanced with high performance such as the ability to last up to 150,000 times shots. Unlike the Canon EOS 7D, the Nikon D7000 has dual memory slots, so that if one memory card is full, then the next pictures will go on the other memory card. This Dual slot will helps you when you're using this camera for a vacation or to create documentation on a big event.

Spec comparison between the Canon EOS 7D and Nikon D7000: 

Comparison Canon EOS 7D and Nikon D7000

Comparing the two cameras is not easy, because Nikon and Canon are always eager to improve their quality. In the end, the skill of a photographer will determine the beauty and sharpness of a photograph. 

If you are getting good at the use of the camera, then the people who see the photos you will not know what camera you use to create the image. Whatever brand of camera you mentioned, then they will believe in you. Trust me. 

Are you going to choose the Canon EOS 7D or Nikon D7000 is your own decision, not because you are affected you read the review at this time, or because you are influenced by a friend, the owner of a camera shop or because your friend is offering his camera because he was short of money to buy a full frame camera such as the Canon 5D Mark III or Nikon D800E. 

If necessary, you may just be eccentric to buy another camera like the Panasonic Lumix GH3 or Pentax K5 II, both of which are alternative cameras for photography enthusiast who does not care about the eternal competition between Nikon and Canon. What about you?