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This is a brand new film camera introduced in Oct 2000 as state-of-the-art technology at the time priced at over $1,000 MSRP. Body design is ergonomically superior to other film SLRs of that era. Seller had several in stock. Takes excellent pictures. Can be seen at http://www.canon.com/camera-museum/camera/film/data/1996-2000/2000_eos7.html.lang=us&categ=crn&page=1996-2000&p=1. What a joy to use.
This is an absolutely great camera. Out of the 35mm's, it is the best model (in my opinion) and has some features desired in professional models. Very fast shutter speed, different shooting modes, DOF preview and many other features lead up to the cameras spectacular picture clarity (I shoot with a Tamron Lenses). You Will NOT regret this purchase
Of course there are options I'd love to see added like a PC cable port and an interchangeable focusing screen but thats why there are pro class cameras. The thing that surprised me the most was the near silent operation.
This camera has everything you'd expect from a mid-range camera and some you usually only find on high-end cameras. The eye control focus works great though you do need to calibrate it many times in different lighting conditions.
Talk about bang for your buck. Functions like the true mirror lock-up and the 4 fps advance speed help place this camera securely in the top ranks of its class.
The controls are well placed and easy to use. The custom functions are relatively simple to set and allow you to customize how the camera operates.
Even on rewind you can only hear it if you place your ear near the body (unless of course you choose to rewind at the faster speed). Like I said before, this camera is hard to beat for the price.
More over the the partial region of the camera is not well defined. Now its a great camera. Its got the features for a beginner to reach a serious amature role with low cost. But it does fail and irritates me at times.
I have had the camera for 2.5 years and shot probably around 100 rolls with it. Till yesterday I was all praises for this camera and would have given 5 stars. I have the eye control. The depth of preview button is at time hard to findI love the fash 4 frames per second. Its given me some awesome pictures.
85% it works and its great. I used it twice but it gave me great results. Well yesterday it died on me. Low light focus is not so good but with the speedlight(420EX) it focus in a sec. I like the metering except the fact that is does not have spot metering.
This is a disadvantage. What a difference. I love the feel of the camera.With all its defects I love the camera and might go in for the same.
I read the previous reviews and agree with most everything. This is a great camera that can be easily used by a beginner but has the features wanted by experienced pros.The one thing I was disapointed in is that it did not say anywhere, until I already purchased the "E" model and read the manual, that the EYE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK IF YOU WEAR CONATCT LENSES. The "E" model was a waste of money for me due to this and that is the reason I gave this camera 4 out of the 5 stars.
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