Review of the Canon EOS Rebel T7
Overview
If you’re looking to take your new-found hobby of photography farther than possible than with just your phone, the Canon Rebel T7 is an excellent choice to get you started snapping higher-quality photos. With a nice price point that offers everything you need to get started, this T7 from Canon is one of the safest choices on the market.
Ease of Use:
As a new entry-level addition from Canon in 2018, the Rebel T7 came onto the market aimed at those looking to pick up their first DSLR. Canon intentionally limited the functionality of the T7 to keep things simple, with an ergonomically friendly handgrip and all buttons accessible on the top or back of the camera body.
The moderately good battery life for the Canon Rebel T7 is definitely a plus for someone who doesn’t have time to wait around for a battery to charge. The battery life on the T7 should last you through approximately 600 shots before it needs a recharge.
You’ll never miss that snapshot you want to capture with the T7 thanks to its quick power-on ability. Its speed allows you to turn on and shoot in less than a second. For those with simple video needs from their camera, the Canon T7 offers you more than enough with 1080p resolution to help life’s sweetest moments look vivid on screen.
A bonus with the T7 is the built-in WI-FI feature, which allows you to connect your smartphone to your camera. With the help of the Canon Camera Connect app, you can use your phone as a remote shutter button. Thanks to this app, you too can appear in the family photo for a change!Â
Product Features:
- 24.1 Megapixels APS-C Sensor
- ISO Range: 100-12800
- Video Quality: 720p at 60fps, 1080p at 30fps
- Face-detection autofocus feature
- Light Camera Body Weight of 475g
- Built-in WI-FI & NFC Capability to Connect with Smartphones
- Low-Pass Filter for Smoother Shots & Dust Prevention
- Camera’s software has built-in Dust Deletion Feature
- EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II kit lens is a great first lens to use!
- Easily accessible flash button next to the shutter
In-Depth Analysis
Taking a deeper dive into Canon’s Rebel T7, you can really see that they built this camera to be versatile and easy to use. A model like the T7 is crucial to taking the fear factor away from photography, helping beginners get into digital photography without feeling overwhelmed by options and features.
We’ve already talked a bit about the comfortable ergonomics of the T7. This makes a huge difference when you’re clutching the camera in your hand for an extended period. The position of all the buttons on the camera rests on the top or back. The fewer buttons on the front of the camera, the better, since they are hard to access in the middle of a shot. The flash button sits right next to the shutter, for easy access any time you need it.Â
The navigation buttons on the back of the camera are as simple to use as they look. These buttons can help you navigate through photos you’ve already taken or change your menu settings. If you’re just getting started, Canon recommends that you shoot in auto mode with the T7 until you get familiar with your camera. This mode lets the camera to do the hard part of changing your aperture and shutter speed so you can focus on your subject.
But beware that shooting in auto mode limits your photography. There are beautiful effects you can achieve with a simple change in aperture and/or shutter speed. Â
Like we said above, Canon built this camera to be versatile and usable for a handful of photography styles, which helps new photographers who want to use their camera in a variety of different situations.Â
For those looking to take pictures mostly of people at social events or family gatherings, the Rebel T7’s face-detection autofocus mode will help you make sure the sharpest objects in your photos are your subjects. Nobody likes to think they captured the perfect shot, only to see later than the person’s face was blurry. With the T7 you won’t have to worry about that.Â
For a new photographer looking to capture active subjects in motion (for example, sporting events or even your fast-moving toddler) the burst shooting speed of 3 frames per second is more than enough to help you capture all the action. The ISO abilities of the Canon Rebel T7 are one area the camera excels. ISO on your camera determines the sensor’s sensitivity to light, meaning even in low-light situations, you can capture crisp images up to 1600 ISO.
Any photographer who wants to film some videos with their new DSLR will be pleased with the 1080p video quality. For more professional requirements, the T7’s video features are behind the industry standard, but for a beginner who wants to explore and learn more about creating video with their cameras, the T7 gives you everything you need to get started.
Even if you’re just looking for a camera to capture family moments every year around cookouts and holiday gatherings, the T7 is an option that has everything you need for a reasonable cost. Along with the ability to pair your smartphone to use as a remote shutter button, the kit lens included with Canon’s beginner bundle gives you a wide angle big enough to make sure all your family members get in this year’s family photo!
Common Complaints
Compared to its competitors and more expensive counterparts, the Canon Rebel T7 is lacking in various areas. Some main complaints about the T7 come from more experienced photographers, but this camera isn’t necessarily built for those photographers either.
The sensor type is outdated for 2018 cameras as most new cameras feature a full-frame sensor. The T7 also only boasts a 9-point focus grid, which is extremely limiting for those trying to do more with their camera. With a burst shooting speed of 3fps and a middle of the road autofocus ability, the T7 is slower than other comparable cameras from Nikon or Sony.Â
The video capabilities also leave the T7 unusable for more professional individuals looking to stand out on modern screens with 4K video and a higher frame rate.
Common Accolades
Viewing the Canon Rebel T7 through the lens of the beginner photographer allows for a more reasonable assessment of its features and usability. For a beginner or someone who just wants to to take high quality images from time-to-time, the T7 offers everything needed to get the job done and then some.
The 24.1 megapixel sensor from Canon is a nice upgrade from previous models that provides a higher resolution for a photographer who needs to crop some edges on a photo.Â
Despite the camera’s relatively low ISO range, the camera performs very well in ISO modes up to 1600, providing clear and crisp images even in low-light conditions.Â
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Final Words
Whether you’re just starting out with digital photography or looking for a low-cost DSLR that fits your simple photographic needs, the Canon’s Rebel T7 is a solid choice. Combined with the kit lens offered by Canon with their beginner bundle, the T7’s 24.1 megapixel resolution provides you with high-quality images, full of depth and detail.Â
If you’re an experienced photographer, there are many higher-end camera models more suited for you than the Canon Rebel T7. But every photographer has to start from the beginning and the simple design & ease of use offered by the Rebel T7, will help build your familiarity with modern DSLRs and prepare you to buy a more complex camera model as your photography advances.
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