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Digital Camera World Verdict

The Canon EOS R7 is the first camera you will reach for if you want the advantages of APS-C combined with pro-level speed and AF, with big-time image resolution. It's a fantastic addition to the EOS R ecosystem and a worthy successor to the 90D and 7D lines, making a great proposition for wildlife enthusiasts and anyone who wants to get the most out photography.

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The Canon EOS R7 is a camera we’ve been waiting for since the launch of the R system back in 2018. The long-awaited first APS-C member of the EOS R family, it asks questions of the (distinctly much smaller and more compact) EOS M system but gives Canon the most powerful APS-C camera on the market.

Offering speed that matches (and, mechanically, beats) the Canon EOS R3 , and resolution second only to the Canon EOS R5 , the Canon EOS R7 is a technical marvel. Following in the footsteps of the Canon EOS 90D and Canon EOS 7D Mark II , shooters will leverage its 1.6x crop factor to amplify the effective focal length of full frame lenses.

As such, this could become the best camera for wildlife photography thanks to its unique combination of resolution, crop factor and sheer speed.

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Canon EOS R7: Specifications

Sensor: 32. 5MP APS-C
Image processor: Digic X
Mount: Canon RF
AF zones: 651 Dual Pixel CMOS AF II divisions
ISO range: 100 to 32,000 (exp to 51,200)
Image stabilization: 5-axis IBIS, up to 8 stops (lens dependent)
Max image size: 6.960 x 4,640
Max video resolution: 4K 60p, 4K 30p (oversampled 7K), 1080p 120p
Viewfinder: 2.36m dot, 120fps
Memory cards: 2 x SD/SDHC/SDXC, UHS-II
LCD: Articulating touchscreen, 1.62m dots
Max burst: 30fps electronic, 15fps mechanical
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 2.4Ghz, Bluetooth, USB-C, headphone jack, microphone jack
Size: 132 x 90.4 x 91.7mm
Weight: 612g (with battery and memory cards)

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Canon EOS R7 (pre-production sample) + Canon RF-S 18-150mm f/3.

5-6.3 IS STM (1/800 sec, f/6.3, ISO200) (Image credit: James Artaius)

Canon EOS R7: Key features

The R7 is built around a 32.5MP APS-C sensor, which packs more resolution than any cropped sensor camera on the market – which is something that will come as music to the ears of wildlife photographers and birders, always keen for more freedom to crop in.

While it’s not a completely new sensor (built on the same architecture as the 32.5MP sensor in the 90D and Canon EOS M6 Mark II ), it features optimized wiring layer and microlens technology to deliver improved signal readout.

It also features staggering shooting speeds of 15 frames per second mechanically – faster than any other Canon EOS camera, including the R3, R5 and R6 – and 30 frames per second electronically – which matches the R3, Sony A1 and Nikon Z9 (unless you factor in the latter’s 11MP crop mode).

Canon EOS R7 (pre-production sample) + Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM (1/320 sec, f/6.3, ISO100) (Image credit: James Artaius)

This is Canon’s first ever APS-C camera to feature in-body image stabilization – a 5-axis system that delivers up to 8 stops of compensation, depending on the lens (it offers 7 stops, for example, on the new Canon RF-S 18-150mm f/3. 5-6.3 IS STM).

It also boasts the R system’s newest, most sophisticated autofocus developments: Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, with human, animal and vehicle subject recognition, case studies, and AF acquisition down to -5EV.

In terms of video the R7 is quite the powerhouse, capable of uncropped 4K 60p, 4K 30p oversampled from 7K, and 1080p up to 120p – and Canon tells us that you can record around 60 minutes of video before overheating and record limits come into play. The camera features Canon Log-3, clean HDMI out, as well as a microphone input and headphone jack.

Canon EOS R7 (pre-production sample) + Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 IS STM (1/500 sec, f/1.8, ISO2500) (Image credit: James Artaius)

Canon EOS R7: Build and handling

The R7 is smaller and lighter than the 90D, offering a compact chassis that’s still somehow reassuringly chunky thanks to its thick grip. It also features the same weather sealing as the 90D, along with dual UHS-II SD memory card slots.

Perhaps more than any other R system camera, it feels most like the EF body it’s replacing when held and used, with the familiar grammar of the EOS menu system making this feel like an old friend – and a natural way to graduate from a Canon DSLR.

Something that’s going to take a little getting used to is the new arrangement of joystick and control wheel – the latter of which has moved from its familiar position to the lower-right of the camera rear, and now encircles the joystick at the top next to the EVF.

The control wheel is smaller and more delicate than on other EOS bodies, and may threaten to feel a bit fiddly if you have large thumbs. You’ll also need to adjust your muscle memory if you’re used to spinning the wheel to adjust settings mid-shoot.

Canon EOS R7 (pre-production sample) + Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM (1/500 sec, f/1.2, ISO100) (Image credit: James Artaius)

Once your hands are used to the new layout, though, it actually feels logical and sensible to have the wheel and the joystick in the same place – and it’s a very efficient way to maximize space on the smaller body.

Obviously the body is smaller thanks to the smaller sensor. And to accommodate the smaller sensor, Canon has introduced a new line of lenses with the APS-C format in mind: RF-S lenses (taking their name from the EF-S standard, which was the APS-C version of EF-mount glass).

The reduced sensor size and throw of the APS-C format means that smaller, lighter lenses – such as the new Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM – can be mounted on the system. However, the Canon EOS R7 uses the same RF mount as its full frame counterparts – which means that existing full frame RF lenses can be used natively, while EF and EF-S lenses can also be used via the Mount Adapter EF-EOS R.

Do note, however, that EF-M lenses (APS-C optics designed for Canon’s other APS-C line, the EOS M system), will not work with the R7, despite them sharing the same sensor format.

Canon EOS R7 (pre-production sample) + Canon RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM (1/500 sec, f/6.3, ISO200) (Image credit: James Artaius)

Canon EOS R7: Performance

In a lot of ways, shooting with the R7 really does feel like shooting with a mirrorless (read: sleeker and smaller) 90D – but with way more bells and whistles.

The camera really feels tailor made for the RF-S 18-150mm lens (or, rather, the lens for it), and the pair make a formidable combination for run-and-gun, travel and everyday photography – and even videography. This is a great tandem for all-purpose shooting and content creation.

However, if you want to get serious, the R7 has the speed and resolution to make the most of premium full frame glass like the Canon RF 85mm f/1.8L USM . Certainly the bigger L-series glass is oversized for the svelte APS-C body, but you really can't fault the results.

Where this camera really comes into its own is in its amplification of focal lengths, and how this benefits wildlife shooters. Mount the Canon RF 800mm f/11 on this and you've got an effective 1280mm lens with 32MP of resolution to crop in further – all powered by killer Animal AF.

Canon EOS R7 (pre-production sample) + Lensbaby Spark 2.0 50mm (1/100 sec, f/2.5, ISO200) (Image credit: James Artaius)

The subject detection and tracking are, as you would expect of the brilliant Dual Pixel AF II technology, superb. We shot a range of subjects, from fast-moving ice skaters to static models to a variety of waterfowl, and the autofocus never let us down.

It was sticky and adaptive when flitting between eye, head and body detection while shooting skaters doing tricks, and incredibly instinctive when shooting all manner of birds waddling and swimming erratically through the frame. The AF also performs brilliantly when shooting video, not even being fooled by subjects disappearing behind foreground obstructions.

While it possesses lightning-fast shooting speeds, the buffer is limited by the choice of SD cards over CFexpress, with maximum bursts hitting 46 RAWs and 184 JPGs. But that's still enough to get controlled salvos of shots, and we didn't miss anything we were aiming for.

Canon EOS R7 (pre-production sample) + Canon RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM (1/160 sec, f/6.3, ISO6400) (Image credit: James Artaius)

Canon EOS R7: Lab results

For our lab data comparison, we compared the EOS R7 to its flagship rival APS-C mirrorless cameras from Fujifilm and Sony: the X-T4 and a6600 . Nikon's best APS-C offering is the Z50, but this is a closer rival to the EOS R10. We instead opted to include the Nikon Z5 , as despite being full-frame, it costs about the same as the R7, making it an intriguing alternative.

We test resolution using Imatest charts and software, and dynamic range and signal to noise ratio with DxO Analyzer.

Resolution:

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Despite its 32.5MP sensor being the most pixel-packed here, the R7 only ties with the 26.1MP X-T4 and 24.2MP a6600 when it comes to resolving fine detail. At really high sensitivities, the Canon even falls slightly behind the competition, due to high ISO image noise obscuring fine detail.

Dynamic range:

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Dynamic range at lower sensitivities is excellent, on par with the X-T4 and the full-frame. However at ISO 800 and above, the R7 struggles to capture as much dynamic range as its rivals.

Signal to noise ratio:

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This test compares the amount of random noise generated by the camera at different ISO settings as a proportion of the actual image information (the 'signal'). Higher values are better and we expect to see the signal to ratio fall as the ISO is increased.

Compared to the Z5 and X-T4, the R7's images display more image noise at mid and high ISO sensitivities. The noise itself doesn't look particularly ugly or distracting to the naked eye though, so take this result with a pinch of salt.... or grain!

Canon EOS R7: Early verdict

All things considered, we're very impressed with what the Canon EOS R7 can do. It's lightning fast both mechanically and electronically, the resolution offers glorious detail as well as the opportunity to crop into your wildlife shots, and the 1.6x crop factor makes your lenses even longer for shooting faraway subjects.

There's plenty of play in the files, giving you lots of leeway for post production, and the video quality is crisp and clear in both 4K and 1080p, with autofocus performance that won't let you down.

Lab results aren't quiet a clean sweep for the Canon, but while the Fujifilm X-T4 does technically still have the edge in terms of outright image quality, the real world differences will be subtle. We don't think this is even close to a deal-breaker when you factor in everything else the R7 has to offer. Quite simply, the R7 is the new king of APS-C mirrorless cameras.

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The editor of Digital Camera World, James has 21 years experience as a magazine and web journalist and started working in the photographic industry in 2014 (as an assistant to Damian McGillicuddy, who succeeded David Bailey as Principal Photographer for Olympus). In this time he shot for clients as diverse as Aston Martin Racing, Elinchrom and L'Oréal, in addition to shooting campaigns and product testing for Olympus, and providing training for professionals. This has led him to being a go-to expert for camera and lens reviews, photographic and lighting tutorials, as well as industry analysis, news and rumors for publications such as Digital Camera Magazine , PhotoPlus: The Canon Magazine , N-Photo: The Nikon Magazine , Digital Photographer and Professional Imagemaker, as well as hosting workshops and demonstrations at The Photography Show . An Olympus and Canon shooter, he has a wealth of knowledge on cameras of all makes – and a fondness for vintage lenses and instant cameras.

Canon EOS R3 review | Digital Camera World

Digital Camera World Verdict

The Canon EOS R3 is a top-tier tool of choice for working professionals. Whether you shoot sports, weddings, portraiture, pets or news, the blackout-free 30fps stills and 6K RAW video mean that you never miss a moment of action or detail – and the improved AF performance, coupled with ghostly good Eye Control AF, ensure that every shot is focused exactly where you want it. It sets a new dynamic range benchmark for pro-level cameras, and its lower pixel count enables it to generate significantly less noise than the higher resolution rivals from Sony and Nikon. This is the professional camera of the future – and it's here now.

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After being rolled out to pros at the Tokyo 2020 (2021) Olympics, the Canon EOS R3 is now available to professionals at large – and Canon's latest mirrorless camera threatens to be the most capable all-round tool for working pros.

While it's not technically a replacement for, or even an equivalent to, the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III (as this is 'only' a 3-series camera rather than a flagship 1-series), it nonetheless technologically leapfrogs the 1D X III in virtually every department – and stakes a bold claim as the best professional camera thanks to its 6K RAW video, blistering (and blackout-free) 30fps shooting, and its peerless AF system that now enables you to move focus points by moving your eyeball.

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Still, with the 50.1MP stills / 8K video Sony A1 already here (and the Nikon Z9 on the way with 8K video and a minimum of 39MP resolution), does the Canon EOS R3's 24.1MP sensor provide sufficient pixel density for pro-level shooting in 2021?

There's no doubt that this is Canon's fastest and most advanced camera ever, even outdoing the mighty Canon EOS R5 when it comes to technology – not to mention record times and overheating, when it comes to video. Has Canon dropped a clunker, or been incredibly clever, by opting for a 24.1MP sensor and 6K instead of 8K? Let's find out.

• Read more: Canon EOS R3 vs Nikon Z9 | Canon EOS R3 vs Sony A1

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Canon EOS R3: Specifications

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Sensor: 24. 1MP stacked CMOS
Image processor: Digic X
AF points: 4,779 stills / 3,969 movies
ISO range: 100-102,400 (expandable to 50-204,800)
Stabilization: In-body (up to 8 stops with compatible lenses)
Weather sealing: Yes (equivalent to Canon EOS-1D X Mark III)
Max image size: 6,000 x 4,000px
Video: 6K up to 60p, 4K up to 120p, 1080p up to 60p
Viewfinder: Electronic 0.5-inch, 5.76m dots, 120Hz, 100% coverage, 0.76x magnification
Memory card: 1x SD/SDHC/SDXC, 1x CFexpress Type B
LCD: 3.2-inch vari-angle touchscreen, 4.15 million dots
Max burst: 30fps electronic (540 JPEG / 150 RAW), 12fps mechanical (1,000+ JPEG / 1,000 RAW)
Connectivity: USB-C 3.2, HDMI mini, headphone jack, microphone / line in jack, N3 terminal, 5GHz & 2.4GHz WiFi, Bluetooth 5. 0, Ethernet, GPS / GNSS
Size: 150 x 142.6 x 87.2mm
Weight: 822g body only (1,015g with battery and memory card)

Canon EOS R3 + Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L (1/250 sec, f/1.2, ISO100) – Shot with pre-production camera sample (Image credit: James Artaius)

Canon EOS R3: Key features

The Canon EOS R3's headline features are jaw-droppers. Its stacked, back side illuminated 24.1MP sensor boasts super-fast readout speeds that can capture photographs at up to 30fps when shooting with the electronic shutter (buffering 540 JPEGs or 150 RAWs), or 12fps with the mechanical shutter (for over 1,000 JPEGs or 1,000 RAWs). And the speed of the sensor also virtually eliminates rolling shutter.

In fact, the whole camera is so fast that you can actually slow down the shutter mechanism itself. The R3's shutter lag is just 20ms, which is so quick that your muscle memory from using other camera might mean that you depress the shutter too soon – so you can adjust the shutter lag up to 45ms to compensate.

Speaking of shutter speed, you can shoot all the way down to 1/64000 sec to literally freeze moments in time, and you can use flash with the electronic shutter – something that was unheard of not long ago.

The 24.1MP resolution means that the sensor can capture 6K RAW video up to 60p, which also enables you to record oversampled 4K up to 60p. In addition, 10-bit 4K can be captured at up to 120p (with even cleaner results than the 4K 120p in the EOS R5) and the camera features the Canon Log 3 profile.

Canon EOS R3 + Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 (1/2000 sec, f/1.8, ISO100) – Shot with pre-production camera sample (Image credit: Lena Selkin)

The back side illuminated sensor construction works in tandem with the impressive sensitivity of ISO100-102,400 (expandable to 50-204,800) for formidable low light performance, with the AF capable of focusing down to -7.5EV.

In terms of focus, the R3's signature feature is Eye Control AF – a phenomenal function that enables the camera to detect where your eye is looking, so you can place a focus point by simply looking at your subject.

On top of that is the same core Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system that powers the R5 and Canon EOS R6 , but featuring a brand new Deep Learning AF algorithm – which means that not only is autofocus performance even more robust, it adds a new subject detection capability beyond human eye AF and animal eye AF: vehicle AF.

Again like the R5 and R6, the EOS R3 also features a powerful in-body image stabilization system that offers up to 8 stops of compensation with select Canon RF lenses (including pro and trinity lenses like the Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L ).

Canon EOS R3 + Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 (1/50 sec, f/1.8, ISO100) – Shot with pre-production camera sample (Image credit: James Artaius)

Canon EOS R3: Build & handling

In terms of handling, the Canon EOS R3 is a cross between the chassis and general configuration of the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III and the 'grammar' of the Canon EOS R5. That means we things like the mode dial and black LED top screen of of the R5 with the shape, size and layout of the 1D X III. And it feels familiar to users of both.

Like the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III, this is a professional DSLR-style body with integrated vertical grip (using the same high-capacity battery), featuring mirrored controls in the same position when used in portrait or landscape orientation. In keeping with the rest of the EOS R family, the R3 possess a fully articulating touchscreen – but despite this, it still retains the same level of weather sealing as the flagship 1D X Mark III.

The only caveat here is the new 21-pin Multi-Function Shoe, which (like a number of new Sony cameras) provides both power and communication to mounted devices. This means that new accessories, such as the Canon Stereo Microphone DM-E1D, can be used without the need for an internal battery or additional cables – and they can be controlled directly from the menu system of the camera itself.

However, while these new accessories will retail the weather sealing capabilities, using current generation accessories such as the Canon Speedlite EL-1 with the hotshoe will compromise the R3's weatherproofing. To use retain weather sealing while using current accessories, you'll need the new Hot-shoe Adapter AD-E1.

The R3 feels as solid and substantial as the 1D X III, though of course the articulating screen means that it won't be quite as robust. It's noticeably lighter, of course, yet somehow it doesn't feel bulky or heavy when switching between the it and the R5 – and that vertical grip means that the bigger RF lenses, like the Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L , are very well balanced.

Canon EOS R3 + Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L (1/320 sec, f/4, ISO320) – Shot with pre-production camera sample (Image credit: James Artaius)

The R3 takes the memory card setup from the R5, rather than the flagship DSLR, featuring one SD card slot and one CFexpress Type B slot. Like the R5, in one sense this is incredibly helpful, as it means that you don't need to invest in the expensive new card format – and you'll never be stuck for a spare card.

However, certain shooting modes (such as 4K 120p) aren't available with an SD card, and buffering images at 30fps doesn't always play nice. And as a professional grade camera built around supreme performance, a dual CFexpress setup would have made more sense.

One of the best handling features is the inclusion of the optical Smart Controller from the 1D X III. Where the standard joystick moves AF points one position at a time, the Smart Controller enables you to whizz it around the screen as fast as you can move your thumb – but not as fast as you can move your eye.

To power the Eye Control AF, the electronic viewfinder is much chunkier than on other EOS R cameras. Using technology pioneered by Canon's medical division to map and scan the human eye, the EVF features eight low-powered infrared LEDs that scan the front of the eye and then project that information to place a point on the sensor. And it actually works! (More on that below.)

Crucially, for a camera designed for sports and news photography, the R3 boasts a super-fast startup time. Canon clocks the bootup at just 0.4 seconds – and while our thumbs weren't fast enough to see how true that figure is, flick the switch and the camera turns on pretty instantaneously. Much like the 30fps shooting, the R3 really is about speed!

Canon EOS R3 + Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L + Elinchrom One (1/125 sec, f/5.6, ISO100) – Shot with pre-production camera sample (Image credit: James Artaius)

Canon EOS R3: Performance

There's just one thing that can be said about the Canon EOS R3: it delivers. Moving over from the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III, the increased resolution is immediately noticeable when shooting detail-rich photography such as portraiture, while retaining the speed and manageable file sizes required for professional shooting (taking 30fps 50.1MP images with the Sony A1 is all well and good, but not so useful when you're uploading hundreds of photos to your picture desk or agency).

The 30fps shooting is phenomenal, and powered by the rock-solid Dual Pixel AF II it doesn't matter whether you're tracking a human subject like a basketball player performing smooth movement, or an erratically moving subject like a dog fetching a ball (we haven't yet had the chance to test it with cars or bikes), you get an almost flawless hit rate.

Crucially it fires out these 30 frames without any blackout whatsoever, meaning that you get a clean, continuous view of your subject in the scene – along with the AF selection indicators, so you can be doubly sure that the right part of your image is in focus (which, thanks to the spookily good AF, it invariably is).

With a CFexpress card you can blast out frames for well over 15 seconds before the buffer fills, but the R3 could only manage 24fps when using an SD card – though that's to be expected, given the transfer speeds of the aging format. The other thing to bear in mind is battery life; when our battery dropped to 50% the burst rate dropped to 20fps, so make sure you have spares if you're planning to shoot action.

Canon EOS R3 + Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L (1/250 sec, f/1.2, ISO100) – Shot with pre-production camera sample (Image credit: James Artaius)

In terms of the Eye Control AF, all we can say is wow. We were skeptical, having seen Canon trot out similar tech before; Eye Control AF actually featured, albeit using different technology, with the R3's forebear, the Canon EOS-3 SLR. There it was inconsistent, if it worked at all – and was especially problematic if you wore glasses.

Here, however, we were very impressed by the technology in the R3. It's all about the calibration; like an eye test at the optician, you look into the viewfinder and the camera scans your eye as you look at dots positioned at the topmost, bottommost, leftmost and rightmost areas of the screen.

Canon recommends that you perform this procedure at least four times, and then again whenever you shoot in a new situation (since the detection will obviously change in a bright outdoor setting compared to a dark nighttime setting). And when you do this… again, wow.

Canon EOS R3 + Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L + Moment Cinebloom (1/250 sec, f/1.2, ISO100) – Shot with pre-production camera sample (Image credit: James Artaius)

This tech is not designed to be used with fast moving subjects, like birds. Instead, it acts as something of a shortcut for the AF system. Say, for example, you're a photojournalist shooting a celebrity walking the red carpet. When the celeb stops with a group of fans to take a selfie, the eye detect AF might jump to any given subject, meaning that you'll need to manually select the AF point using either the joystick or Smart Controller.

Instead, however, Eye Control AF enables you to simply look at the celebrity, and it will place the focus point right there. Now just half-press your shutter and the AF system will kick in for pristine eye detection, now you've told it where to look. Mileage may vary, but in our experience this could be an absolute game changer.

We need a little more time to put the video through its paces, but so far the 6K and 4K footage is crystal clear and once again benefits from all the clever AF detection seen in the stills side. And best of all, overheating is no longer the issue it was with the R5 and R6!

Thanks to the larger body and magnesium-alloy construction of the R3, heat is dissipated much more effectively. Canon claims that you can shoot up to 6 hours of "regular video" and up to 1. 5 hours of 120p footage. All we can say so far is that we shot 4K 60p for over 1 hour 15 minutes before the battery died and didn't experience any overheating issues.

Canon EOS R3: Lab results

For our lab data comparison, we compared the EOS R3 to two of its pro-level, full-frame mirrorless rivals: the Nikon Z 9 and Sony a1. We also thought it would be interesting to see how Canon's first pro-spec mirrorless offering compares to Canon's current flagship DSLR: the EOS-1D X Mark III.

We test resolution using Imatest charts and software, and dynamic range and signal to noise ratio with DxO Analyzer.

Resolution:

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Resolution is measured using standardized text charts which give results in line widths / picture height, which is independent of sensor size.

With its slightly higher 24.1 megapixel resolution, the EOS R3 is able to resolve slightly more fine detail than the 20. 1MP EOS-1D X III in our resolution test. However it's no surprise that neither Canon camera can get close to the resolving power of the 45.7MP Nikon Z9 or 50.1MP Sony A1.

Dynamic range:

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Dynamic range is a measure of a camera's ability to record extreme brightness ranges and still retain detail in the brightest and darkest parts of the scene. It's measured in EV (exposure values, or 'stops').

Though the older EOS-1D X III is still the camera to beat for low ISO dynamic range, the EOS R3 sets a new dynamic range benchmark for pro-level cameras at ISO1600 and above.

Signal to noise ratio:

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Proof that a higher megapixel count isn't always better. The lower pixel count of the EOS R3 means it generates significantly less image noise than the Nikon and Sony competition, while the R3's more advanced image processing also allows it to take cleaner images than even the 20.1MP EOS-1D X III, especially at higher ISOs where noise levels are most important – quite a result.

Canon EOS R3: Early verdict

The Canon EOS R3 is without question a top tier tool for working professionals. Whether you shoot sports, weddings, portraiture, pets or news, the blackout-free 30fps stills and 6K RAW video mean that you never miss a moment of action or detail – and the improved AF performance, coupled with ghostly good Eye Control AF, ensure that every shot is focused exactly where you want it.

The choice of split CFexpress / SD cards for memory is the only real foible, as the slower speed of SD inhibits things like 4K 120p and clashes the 30fps shooting down to 24fps – and obviously doesn't play well with buffering.

As for the elephant in the room, the 24.1MP resolution feels pitch-perfect for the sports and news photographers at whom this camera is squarely aimed. Yes, 50.1MP is great, but if you've ever had to transfer hundreds of files to an FTP then you know how impractical those file sizes are.

More than that, Canon's sensor sets a new dynamic range benchmark for pro-level cameras, and its lower pixel count enables it to generate significantly less noise than the higher resolution rivals from Sony and Nikon.

The 30fps is true, the Eye Control AF just plain works, the Deep Learning algorithm is uncannily good at recognizing and detecting subjects, and the ability to shoot 4K 60p video without overheating means this succeeds where even the R5 fell short.

The Canon EOS R3 is the professional camera of the future – and it's here now.

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Top 8 | best cameras Canon

If you need best camera Canon then you have come to the right place. Whether you are new to the world of photography and video; want to switch to a full-fledged camera after the smartphone camera; Are you a passionate photographer who has decided to move to full frame photography? or the professional looking for the latest technology - we've got the right camera for you.

To help you decide on the best Canon camera for you, we've divided this guide into three sections: DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, and shooters. We believe that every aspiring photographer should start with a DSLR (this does not mean that DSLRs are just for beginners, they are also a great solution for enthusiasts and professionals). Mirrorless cameras offer a lot of extra features that you won't find on DSLRs, and they're quickly catching on with their DSLR competitors. Shooters are the perfect pocket cameras for people who want something better than a phone camera but don't want to change lenses or carry around a heavy kit.

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The Canon EOS R5 and Canon EOS R6 are two of the top cameras Canon has ever made. They are designed for advanced and professional users who need high resolution sensors, fast autofocus and fast continuous shooting. There's also the Canon EOS R3, which shoots at 30 frames per second, making it ideal for sports and wildlife photography. All of these cameras also boast impressive video features. The R5 and R3 can even record video at up to 8K 30p and 6K 30p respectively.

For those looking for something less advanced and therefore less expensive, Canon offers a range of APS-C mirrorless and SLR cameras to suit beginners and enthusiasts alike. The Canon EOS M6 Mark II, Canon EOS 90D and Canon EOS M50 Mark II are all fantastic cameras that offer a lot of useful features packed into a small body that will be more travel friendly. Finally, if size and weight are the most important factors for you when choosing a camera, then it might be a good idea to decide on the shooting direction. Pocket shooters range from simpler models with smaller sensors, such as the affordable Canon IXUS 185, to the powerful Canon Powershot G7 X Mark II.

1. Canon EOS 90D - powerful and versatile camera for beginners
2. Canon EOS 250D - the easiest
3. Canon EOS 6D Mark II - affordable full-frame camera Canon
4. Canon EOS 5D Mark IV is a great camera for professional use
5. Canon EOS-1D X Mark III - top DSLR for sports photography
6. Canon EOS M6 Mark II is the most popular model for bloggers
7. Canon EOS R5 is the best interchangeable lens mirrorless camera
8. Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Flip Screen Pocket Camera for Selfies and Vlogging

Canon EOS 90D

The Canon EOS 90D is an amazing APS-C workhorse that's on sale at a fantastic price right now. It combines the highest resolution we've ever seen in an APS-C sensor, 32.5MP, with a 10fps frame rate, and offers amazing 4K video capture without cropping. The ease of operation and ergonomics are a pleasure, reminding us of why shooting with a DSLR is such a joy to the touch, and why the model is also sold at an affordable price. On top of that, you get an optical viewfinder, which many users still prefer over electronic viewfinders on mirrorless cameras. Rumors of the "death" of DSLRs are greatly exaggerated, especially if Canon continues to make good models like this one.

touch screen

battery

continuous shooting speed

quality and convenience

buffer capacity

91 990₽

Canon EOS 250D

The pint-sized EOS 250D was hugely popular in its day, but its successor, the Canon EOS 250D , is its best iteration in every way. In fact, we think this is the best beginner Canon camera you can buy right now. Canon's top-notch 24.1MP APS-C sensor delivers superb image quality, and real-time shooting with the LCD screen is so easy and intuitive, and offers such good autofocus, we'd say it's one of the few SLR cameras, which will be just as convenient for you to use as a mirrorless one. Canon also offers the 4K video capabilities that the previous SL2 lacked, all packed into an ergonomic DSLR body that is one of the smallest on the market.

lightweight, intuitive DSLR

superb Live View shooting

easy to use

few AF points

45,390₽

Canon EOS 6D Mark II

The Canon EOS 6D Mark II is Canon's cheapest full-frame SLR, and a slightly improved version of the EOS 90D. Yes, it is sold at an affordable price, but it has a lot to offer you. The benefit of a full frame sensor is that it delivers superior image quality, partly because you tend to get more megapixels and partly because the pixels themselves are larger and can capture more light. The 26-megapixel sensor in the EOS 6D Mark II takes the lead over the 24-megapixel cameras with a powerful 45-point AF system for viewfinder shooting and Canon CMOS AF for real-time shooting. The camera also offers a decent 6. 5fps continuous shooting speed. What we really like is the streamlined handling and the swivel rear screen. If you're willing to pay more, then the EOS 6D Mark II is Canon's best camera for you.

beginner-friendly

Dual Pixel CMOS AF

swivel touch screen

great camera for the money

Full HD video, not 4K

114 672₽

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV

While EOS R mirrorless models offer a new wave of photography and video features, DSLRs still offer many benefits, including an optical viewfinder, better handling with larger lenses, and battery life. the work here is much better. Professionals have long considered 9The 0003 Canon EOS 5D Mark IV is a reliable and versatile workhorse, we believe it was even used to film scenes for the hit TV show The Mandalorian. And while some see this as the end of the EOS 5D DSLR lineup, the 5D Mark IV is likely to linger as one of the best professional cameras for a while. This is not a camera specialized for a specific job, but a reliable universal device that can handle almost any task. The 61-point AF system is very fast, and Canon's CMOS AF technology also delivers fast, real-time autofocus. The 30.4-megapixel resolution isn't the highest, but it strikes a great balance between resolution and low-light performance.

61-point autoposcusing system

Matrix 30.4 MP

EOS ITR AF

Autonomous Operating time

serial shooting per second

Big Cro-factor for video 4K

,000 1922 990 rubber

Canon EOS-1D X Mark III

The Canon EOS-1D X Mark III is not just another update to the 1D X series loved by so many professionals around the world, it is an important step forward for DSLRs in general, and all thanks to deep learning autofocus, 4K crop-free 4K (which was lacking in Canon cameras), an updated control system and much more. If you're looking for a camera that just shoots well, has smart autofocus and insane shooting speeds. .. well, you probably don't need us to tell you twice, you get the idea. But we will remind you anyway, the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III is an amazing camera. We do hear a lot about how this might be Canon's last professional DSLR and that mirrorless models are coming, but as long as it's possible to buy this super camera, why not?

ultra-fast, reliable shooting

4K uncut

advanced autofocus

is a reportage camera!

expensive

480 000₽

Canon EOS M6 Mark II

The Canon M6 Mark II is equipped with a powerful 32.5 megapixel APS-C chip and can shoot at 14 fps or up to 30 fps in burst mode. In addition, it offers 4K video shooting, a maximum expandable ISO of 51,200, and a high-resolution tilting touch screen. The M-series cameras tried to carve their own niche as decent back-up cameras in their day, but the M6 II makes a compelling case that it well deserves to be your main camera, and it's actually second only to a slightly meager selection of M-series lenses. Keep in mind that there is no built-in viewfinder.

impressive 32.5 megapixel APS-C sensor

light weight

user-friendly menu

good autofocus

no built-in viewfinder

EF-M lenses

Canon EOS R5

The Canon EOS R5 is a tech bomb. This is Canon's new flagship mirrorless camera, and at first glance it looks like it's trying to reach all market segments at the same time. It features an all-new 45-megapixel sensor that captures incredibly detailed photos thanks to a new low-pass filter, as well as the best-in-class EOS-1D X Mark III autofocus system with a whopping 5940 AF points for photography and 4500 for video. Indeed, the video performance of the EOS R5 is nothing less than a revolution in the camera market. Raw 8K video recorded at up to 29.97 fps in 12-bit Canon 4:2:2 or HDR PQ (both H.265) in both UHD and DCI is all the features of a cinematic level camera. But, of course, there is one catch - it's steep recording limitations when shooting both 8K and 4K. Although the manufacturer is trying to eliminate these limitations with firmware, there is no doubt that this is definitely a shortcoming of the EOS R5 as a professional video tool.

incredible image quality

8K video

autofocus

ergonomics

cost

333 200₽

Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III

When the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II suddenly gained popularity in the vlogging community, Canon went all-in with the G7 X Mark III, adding more 4K video shooting without cropping and a microphone port 3.5 mm. These features complemented the already advanced features of the Mark II, which included a swivel screen and a 24-100mm f/1.8-2.8 equivalent lens. All this makes the new model an extremely reliable and compact tool that will meet the requirements of most vloggers and many photographers, although the lack of a viewfinder is a little disappointing. Mark III is not the most budget model, but if you can afford such expenses, you will appreciate it.

4K live feed

large aperture zoom lens

small size

no viewfinder

a bit pricey

68,990₽

EISA Best Cameras 2022-2023

The European Image and Sound Association (EISA) has released its list of the best cameras, optics and smartphones 2022-2023. The devices were selected in 23 categories, including: best camera, best full frame camera, best professional camera, best manual lens, best professional telephoto lens and others. Let's take a closer look at each category.

Camera of the Year 2022-202

The Nikon Z9 full-frame mirrorless camera was named Camera of the Year. Last year, the Sony A1 camera took the nomination. A detailed review of the Nikon Z9 was previously published by Photar.ru.

The Nikon Z9 was announced in October 2021. The camera received a multi-layer CMOS sensor with a resolution of 45. 7 megapixels and an ultra-fast EXPEED 7 processor. Nikon Z9 received advanced autofocus with 493 points (90% of frame coverage) - 405 of which support automatic AF area selection.

Nikon Z9 also received advanced video shooting capabilities. Video recording is supported in 8K up to 60 fps and 4K up to 120 fps with full frame. After the release of the firmware update, the Nikon Z9 received the ability to record 8K RAW video.

Best Micro Four Thirds Camera Best Micro Four Thirds Camera - OM System OM-1

The new OM System OM-1 , introduced in February 2022, was named the best camera with an M4/3 format sensor. The camera received a 20.4-megapixel Micro Four Thirds CMOS sensor, powered by a dual-core TruePic X processor.

OM System The OM-1 can shoot at up to 10fps with the mechanical shutter, and at 120fps (no dimming) with the electronic shutter, and supports autofocus and autoexposure up to 50fps.

The camera can shoot 4K UHD or DCI video at up to 60 fps and Full HD 1080p video at up to 240 fps. The OM System OM-1 camera writes H.264 8-bit or H.265 10-bit video to the memory card.

Best APS-C Camera

The Canon EOS R7 was named the Best APS-C Camera. Last year, EISA named the Fujifilm X-S10 the best APS-C camera.

Best APS-C Camera - Canon EOS R7 The

Canon EOS R7 was announced alongside the Canon EOS R10 in May 2022. The camera received a 32.5 megapixel APS-C format matrix (22.2 × 14.8mm). This sensor features Canon's proprietary Dual Pixel AF autofocus technology, as well as 6-stop image sensor-shift stabilization (IBIS) (CIPA estimate). In the case of collaboration with optical stabilization in the RF-mount lens - up to 7 steps.

The available ISO range is 100-32000 (expandable to 51200). The camera supports continuous shooting up to 15 fps with a mechanical shutter, and up to 30 fps with an electronic shutter.

Implemented support for shooting UHD 4K video with oversampling up to 30fps. In 4K 60fps mode, either the full width of the sensor (but skipping lines) or a crop factor of 1.81x will be used. Video shooting is available in 10-bit C-Log 3 or HDR PQ.

Best Full Frame Camera

Best EISA Full Frame Camera Sony A7 IV. Photar.ru previously released a detailed review of this mirrorless camera.

The Sony A7IV camera was announced in October 2021. The camera received the latest sensor with a resolution of 33 megapixels in conjunction with the new Bionz XR processor. And the autofocus algorithms of the Sony A7IV are borrowed from the flagship Sony A1 camera (became the best camera according to EISA last year).

The new Sony A7IV can track and recognize the eyes of humans, animals and birds. All these features are retained when shooting video. The Sony A7IV also allows you to shoot high quality video. Available mode UHD 4K 30fps from the entire width of the sensor (video resampled from 7K). Shooting mode 4K 60 fps is only available with APS-C sensor format (oversampling from 4.6K).

All video recording modes are available in 10 bit 4:2:2 or 4:2:0. The user can choose the container himself - H.265, H.264 Long GOP or H.264 All-I. The company says that the S-Log3 profile has a dynamic range of 14 stops.

The Sony A7IV's continuous shooting speed is 10 frames per second.

The best camera in terms of price / quality ratio

Fujifilm X-T30 II wins this nomination. A device with an APS-C sensor was announced in September 2021. The camera is equipped with a 26.1-megapixel X-Trans CMOS 4 sensor, and the high-speed X-Processor 4 processor is responsible for autofocus speed and camera performance.

Best Value Camera - Fujifilm X-T30 II

The updated version of the camera received an increased resolution of the LCD display (1.62 million dots), a new Classic Neg film simulation and improved general algorithms.

In addition, the manufacturer has updated the AUTO mode algorithm. The camera now automatically determines the scene type based on whether people are present in the frame, as well as based on color information or distance from the light source.

Best Professional Camera

Canon's flagship mirrorless model EOS R3 was named Best Camera for Professionals. A review of this advanced camera was also published by Photar.ru.

The Canon EOS R3 was announced in September 2021 (EISA named the best professional camera Fujifilm GFX 100S last year). The camera has a 24-megapixel multi-layer CMOS sensor with support for high-speed continuous shooting at 30 frames per second without viewfinder dimming and rolling shutter effect (electronic shutter shooting).

The mechanical shutter speed can be up to 12fps. In addition, the EOS R3 can shoot at shutter speeds as fast as 1/64000 second. The autofocus system can be controlled with eye assistance (for more on this function, see the review from Photar. ru).

A total of 1,053 AF points are available for autofocus, and it works even at -7.5 EV (total darkness). The new autofocus, in addition to people, has learned to recognize racing cars and motorcycles, as well as birds.

The camera received an image stabilization system (IBIS), which can work in conjunction with the optical stabilization of RF-mount lenses. Claimed total stabilization efficiency of 8 exposure steps.

6K RAW video recording up to 60 fps is available, as well as 4K oversampling from 6K up to 120 fps. In addition, there is support for C-Log 3 and 10-bit profile for shooting in BT.2020. The viewfinder of the novelty received a resolution of 5.76 million dots and can operate at up to 120 frames / s.

Best Blog Camera

EISA Best Blog Camera Sony ZV-E10 . This camera was introduced at the end of July 2021.

The best camera for bloggers - Sony ZV-E10

The Sony ZV-E10 received a 24 megapixel APS-C matrix. The manufacturer positions the device as an advanced camera for video blogging.

Sony ZV-E10 can record video in XAVC-S 4K 25fps at 100Mbps, as well as 1080 FHD 100fps (for slow motion). Shooting is available in S-Log and HLG profiles, but only with a color depth of 8 bits. Also implemented is support for shooting in S-Gamut3.Cine/S-Log3, S-Gamut3/S-Log3.

In 4K 24fps mode, recording is performed from the full area of the sensor. In 4K 30fps mode, there is an additional 1.2x crop factor. At the same time, a number of specialized publications note the presence of a pronounced rolling shutter effect in this camera.

The new Sony ZV-E10 camera uses the same autofocus system as the Sony A6000 line of cameras - 425 phase detection points (PDAF) and 84% sensor coverage.

Best Hybrid Camera/Camcorder

Panasonic's flagship Panasonic Lumix GH6 is considered the best option for taking photos and videos by EISA.

Best Hybrid Photo/Video Camera - Panasonic Lumix GH6

The camera was announced in February 2022. It has received significant improvements in terms of video shooting compared to the previous generation of cameras with the M4 / 3 from Panasonic. ProRes 422 HQ (10bit) recording mode has appeared in 5.7K resolution. The bitrate in this case will be 1.9gigabits per second. The resolution of the matrix is 25.2 megapixels.

The second mode with a maximum bit rate of 800 Mbps - 5.7K 60fps 4:2:0 10-bit. There were no such options in the previous generation Lumix GH. All of these modes use a built-in active cooling system.

The Panasonic Lumix GH6 is equipped with Matrix Image Stabilization at a record 7.5 stops. However, it is achieved only when using some branded lenses. Lumix GH6 received a built-in full-fledged V-Log mode. In Boost mode, 13+ stops of dynamic range are available. In standard mode - 12+ steps. Shooting is available in 4K 120 fps with 10bit, as well as FullHD 240 fps 10Bit 4:2:2.

In FullHD resolution, shooting up to 300 frames per second (10bit) is possible. At the same time, video recording modes are available to an external recorder (see image below) in С4К 4:2:2 60p 10bit.

Lens of the Year 2022-2023

EISA named Sony's new lens of the year, the Sony 24-70mm F/2.8 G-master II lens of the year. The announcement of optics took place in April 2022. A review of the analogue of the novelty - the Samyang AF 24-70mm F / 2.8 FE lens was previously released by Photar.ru.

Sony 24-70mm F/2.8 G-master II

A new generation of standard fast zoom lens delivers sharp and detailed images for both stills and video. High sharpness is declared even when working at maximum aperture.

The optical design of the new generation G-master lens has been completely redesigned. It now includes five aspherical elements, including two high-precision XA (extremely aspherical) elements, as well as two ED (extra-low dispersion) glass elements and two Super ED glass elements.

This design can suppress chromatic aberration, astigmatism, distortion, and coma.