Earlier today, Canon launched a pair of mirrorless R-mount cameras – EOS R10 and EOS R7 with APS-C sensors and a pair of APS-C lenses designed for them. Both cameras represent a new generation of the R-Line which so far has come with Full Frame sensors only and caters to wider audiences and also to many who have chosen not to upgrade their old DSLR cameras.
The beginning of the end
Before we get down to dealing with the new cameras (and lenses) some background. Historically, Canon has been a leader in the sale of ASP-C cameras with a very strong line of models including very cheap entry models like the 200D and also advanced cameras such as the EOS 7D II. At the same time around the middle of the last decade, the company launched the line of mirrorless M cameras with APS-C sensors that gained less popularity and a separate and relatively limited lens line.
With the launch of the two new cameras Canon marks the end of the DSLR era (we discussed this in detail in our article on the end of the reflex camera era from the beginning of the year where we also predicted that Canon will launch APS-C cameras in the R bracket this year and eventually eliminate M and C cameras). Its reflex line). We believe that this will be a relatively gradual process that can take several months (and maybe even about a year) but it can be assumed that by the end of next year Canon will only sell mirrorless cameras in the R. housing.
A first look at the R7 – an official video from Canon
R10 and R7 – different and similar
Canon chose to continue the same line of thought that characterized it in the line of APS-C cameras for DSLR also with the new cameras and in fact you can see in R10 the new entry camera of Canon and in R7 a type of advanced camera that is a sequel to EOS 7D II (Or maybe for the newer 90D).
Aside from the sensor size and general similarity in design (and of course the menus) there are mostly differences between the two new models. The R10 has a new 24-megapixel sensor and a continuous shooting rate of 15 frames per second and video capabilities are reduced relative to the senior model (4K 60P with crop and without C-Log 3). The R7 is designed to serve as an advanced APS-C camera and features a 32-megapixel sensor and a shooting speed of up to 30 frames per second (with digital shutter) and more advanced video capabilities including 4K 60P without crop and C-Log 3.
The R10 front view
The body of the two cameras is also very different. The R7 is larger with a deeper grip and a round dial at the back at the top and not in the center like most Canon cameras so far.
R10 Top view
The R7 has more advanced focus capabilities some of which came directly from the professional R3 including identifying and tracking humans, animals and vehicles and a variety of definition options of different focus modes for varying shooting modes. Another significant advantage of the EOS R7 model is a stabilizer (IBIS) built into the camera body that does not exist in the R10 model that relies on the stabilizer in the lens only.
Another notable difference between the two cameras can be found on the screen 1.62 million articulated points on the R7 compared to 1.06 on the R10 – however the viewfinder is the same – the two cameras have 2.36 million OLED points. The R10 model does have a microphone connection, but not a headphone connection that you will find in the R7 and maybe a little annoying, but both models still use a very delicate micro HDMI connection.
In the storage segment both cameras use SD UHS-II cards but the R7 supports a pair of cards compared to a single card in the R10 model. Also in battery life there is a significant difference between the two models – the R10 officially offers up to 430 images between the charges compared to the 770 of the R7. In both cases, by the way, Canon chose to continue using the LP-E6NH battery, which is used by quite a few cameras of the company, including the R6 / 5.
Looking at the R7 from behind – pay attention to the gust and roller
Two new APS-C kit lenses
Along with the two cameras, Canon is also launching a pair of kit lenses – RF-S 18–45mm F4.5–6.3 and RF-S 18–150mm F3.5–6.3. Here are some details:
The RF-S model 18–45mm F4.5–6.3 includes 7 elements in 7 groups and includes a built-in stabilizer with up to 7 stops. The lens has a 49 mm filter, a motor with stepping motor technology and a tiny weight of 130 grams.
The RF-S model 18–150mm F3.5–6.3 includes 17 elements in 13 groups and also includes an optical stabilizer with up to 7 stops and a minimum focusing distance of 17 cm and a 55 mm filter. The weight of the lens is 310 grams.
Specifications – Canon R10 and R7
Here are the specifications with the key features of both cameras:
Canon EOS R10 Specification
- Sensor: 24.2 megapixels APS-C.
- Bracket – RF.
- Sensitivity – 100-32,000 ISO.
- Still photography rate – 15 frames per second with mechanical shutter.
- Video shooting – up to 4K 60P (with crop) at 4: 2: 2 10-bit (or 120 frames per second at 1080P).
- Focus system – Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with 651 points.
- Viewfinder – 2.36 million OLED points.
- Screen – Joints – 1.04 million 3-inch touch points.
- Connections – WiFi, Bluetooth, USB 3.1, Micro HDMI, 3.5mm and a microphone.
- Single SD card (UHS II).
- Weight – 429 grams.
Canon EOS R7 Specification
- Sensor: 32.5 megapixels APS-C.
- Bracket – RF.
- Sensitivity – 100-32,000 ISO.
- Built-in stabilizer in the body of the camera – 5 axes up to 8 stops with a stabilized lens.
- Still photography rate – 15 frames per second with mechanical shutter or 30 frames per second with digital shutter.
- Video shooting – up to 4K 60P at 4: 2: 2 10-bit (or 120 frames per second at 1080P).
- Focus system – Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with 651 points.
- Viewfinder – 2.36 million OLED points.
- Screen – Joints – 1.6 million 3-inch touch points.
- Connections – WiFi, Bluetooth, USB 3.1, Micro HDMI, 3.5mm headphones and microphone.
- A pair of SD cards (UHS II standard).
- Weight – 612 grams.
Prices and availability
The R10 model will be sold for about $ 980 (body) or $ 1100 with the 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM kit lens and $ 1380 with the 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM kit lens. The R7 model will be sold for $ 1500 (body) or $ 1900 with the 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM lens.
The slightly less gratifying part when it comes to today’s announcement is availability. Canon was unwilling to commit to an exact date but the new cameras and lenses are expected to hit the market by the end of 2022 (apparently the global chip crisis has a lasting impact on many of the 2022 announcements). Despite this, the new cameras and lenses can be reserved in advance by ordering from the USA through B&H.
Reviews from around the web
A number of initial reviews of the two cameras have already been published throughout the network and we bring some of them to you here:
Chris and Jordan from DPR with both new cameras and lenses in hot Florida
British Gordon Liang with a first review of the R7
Liang with the R10
Liang with 18-45mm F4.5–6.3 IS STM lens
Liang with the 18-150 mm F3.5–6.3 IS STM lens
Dan Watson with the R7
Manny Ortiz with the two new cameras
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