Canon EOS 7D

Canon’s EOS 7D is a high-end semi-pro DSLR positioned between the EOS 50D and 5D Mark II – which directly pitches it against Nikon’s D300s. Like the EOS 50D, the sensor is a cropped frame model, but Canon’s boosted the resolution to 18 Megapixels, and included both 1080p and 720p HD video options at a choice of frame rates. Canon’s also improved almost every other aspect, with the 7D boasting a viewfinder with 100% coverage and LCD graphics, 8fps continuous shooting, a brand new 19-point AF system with zoning, built-in wireless flash control and a new metering system which takes colour information into account. The body is also a little tougher than before, which all adds up to one of the most confident DSLRs on the market – but compare closely with the Nikon D300s.
Pros: Tough build, big viewfinder, HD video, zonable 19-point AF.
Cons: Needs a good lens to exploit resolution. Basic 3-frame AEB.
Overall: Canon's most confident semi-pro DSLR to date