Canon continues its push with the RF mount and introduces two new cameras, but these cameras sport an APS-C sensor. The R7 and R10 are Canon’s first APS-C sensor cameras with the RF mount. The latest release includes two new lenses to go with them. The RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM and RF-S 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM.
Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
Canon states the new APS-C R7 and R10 are designed for enthusiasts. Still, the cameras have some high-end features like the intelligent autofocus technology featured in Canon’s high-performance full-frame models. Featuring deep learning and Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, users can keep track of subjects, including vehicles, animals, and people, with precise head, face, and eye detection over 100% of the frame.
EOS R7 Back Controls 
EOS R10 Back Controls
The AF works in low light down to -5 EV and -4 EV, respectively, and is operational up to f/22 with teleconverters. Both cameras feature Touch and Drag AF, while EOS R7 makes history as the first camera in the EOS R System to have a combined AF multi-controller and control wheel. This unlocks AF point control with fast and convenient setting and playback functions in one thumb movement or rotation of the dial.
The cameras have a 2.36m dot electronic viewfinder, and OVF view assist. Customizable dials and a vari-angle flip-out LCD screen. The EOS R7 features a high 1.15x magnification viewfinder. The EOS R10 has a built-in flash.
EOS R7 Dual SD UHS-II card slots
With Dual SD UHS-II card slots, the EOS R7 also supports instant backup, separate image and movie storage, or recording different formats to each card.
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Both cameras have enhanced connectivity with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. You can upload content to their final destination via image.canon and control the camera via the Camera Connect app, either a compatible USB Type-C cable or wireless connection. For streamers, both cameras offer clean HDMI output for streaming and the ability to stream to YouTube via image. Canon. Users can also now directly upload RAW files to Canon’s new Cloud Image processing service on image. Canon, which applies neural network image processing to further enhance image quality from a RAW file.
Canon’s Cloud Image Processing service is a paid service launching in late July 2022. This service will require a firmware update.
Key Features
| Key Features EOS R10 | Key Features EOS R7 |
| > 24.2 -megapixel APS-C sensor > 15fps continuous mechanical shutter, 23fps with electronic shutter > Deep Learning and Dual Pixel CMOS AF II4K 60p (cropped) and oversampled > 4K 30p video from 6K Movie > Digital IS | > 32.5 -megapixel APS-C sensor > 15fps continuous mechanical shutter, 30fps with electronic shutter > Deep Learning and Dual Pixel CMOS AF II4K 60p and oversampled > 4K 30p video from 7K > Up to 8-stops In-Body IS (IBIS) |
A key difference is the EOS R10 doesn’t have IBIS.
Multi-Function Accessory Shoe
The EOS R7 and EOS R10 have the new multi-function accessory shoe that supplies power and high-speed communication to advanced new accessories such as the Tascam CA-XLR2d-C audio module and Canon DM-E1D microphone.
Video Performance
Both the EOS R7 and EOS R10 use micro HDMI connectors.
It’s also worth noting Canon isn’t heavily crippling these APS-C cameras as they have in the past. It’s great to see Dual Pixel AF, Audio monitoring, and the new Multi-Function Accessory Shoe. All are included in the “enthusiast” APS-C models.
According to Canon, the EOS R7 and EOS R10 can both shoot video in 4K 60p or 4K 30p, which is downsampled from 7K and 6K.
EOS R7 4K 60p shooting mode uses the entire width of the sensor.
EOS R10 4K 60p shooting mode is cropped to 64% of the horizontal area.
Internal 10-bit 4:2:2
*Audio compression is restricted to [AAC] in Basic Zone modes.
* Only [AAC] is available for audio compression of IPB (Light).
*1: Generated from 7K oversampling.
*2: Playback frame rate.
*3: Recording frame rate.
*4: No audio is recorded for Miniature effect movies.
- Bit rate only applies to video output, not audio or metadata.
- When audio data is set to [C.Fn 4-2 Audio compression: Enable] (audio: AAC recording).
- Movie recording stops when the maximum recording time per movie is reached.
- Sound is not recorded for approx. the last two frames when the compression method for movie recording quality is IPB (Standard) and the camera is set to [C.Fn 4-2 Audio compression: Enable] or IPB (Light) (audio: AAC). Moreover, the video and sound may be slightly out of sync when movies are played back in Windows.
- Bit rate only applies to video output, not audio or metadata.
- When audio data is set to [C.Fn 4-2 Audio compression: Enable] (audio: AAC recording).
- Movie recording stops when the maximum recording time per movie is reached.
- Sound is not recorded for approx. the last two frames when the compression method for movie recording quality is IPB (Standard) and the camera is set to [C.Fn 4-2 Audio compression: Enable] or IPB (Light) (audio: AAC). Moreover, the video and sound may be slightly out of sync when movies are played back in Windows.
Both models support recording HDR PQ YCbCr 4:2:2 10-bit BT.2020 in-camera or via HDMI. The EOS R7 includes an additional 4K 60p crop mode to further extend the reach – perfect for filming wildlife. EOS R7 4K 60p crop shooting mode is cropped to 55% of the horizontal area when selected.
Both cameras can record past an individual 30-minute clip limit and can shoot 4K 60p up to an hour, opening up the possibility to capture long-form content such as interviews and events.
For those who want to grade their images and get the most dynamic range, the EOS R7 is the first APS-C EOS outside of the Cinema EOS line to include Canon Log 3 and Cinema Gamut, allowing a more flexible version editing process and camera matching. Both models support vertical recording. EOS R7 is capable of combining IBIS with optical and Movie Digital IS for excellent stabilization, and EOS R10 uses data from lenses featuring Optical IS to maximize the effect of Movie Digital IS.
Maximum movie continuous recording time available:
For EOS R7:
- Normal: 6 hr.
- High Frame Rate movie (Full HD 120/100fps): 90 min.
- If the camera’s internal temperature becomes too high, the recording time may be reduced.
- 4K 30p HQ: Approx. 60 min. if starting from +23°C.
- 4K 60p Crop: Approx. 60 min. if starting from +23°C.
For EOS R10:
- Normal: 2 hr.
- High Frame Rate movie (Full HD 120/100fps): 30 min.
- If the camera’s internal temperature becomes too high, the recording time may be reduced.
- 4K 30p HQ: Approx. 50 min. if starting from +23°C.
Overheating is an issue with most hybrid cameras, and I think the R7 and R10 could have issues in situations with long continuous recording in a warm to hot environment. It will need to be tested but probably will be an issue due to the compact size and no internal fans.
Pricing and Availability
EOS R7 $1499
EOS R7 With RF-S 18-150mm $1,899
EOS R10 $979
EOS R10 With RF 18-45mm $1,099
EOS R10 With RF 18-150mm $1,379
RF-S 18-45mm STM $299
RF-S 18-150mm STM $499
Could the EOS R7 be a good B-Cam for the C70?
The EOS R7 looks like a solid inexpensive b-camera option to the C70 or even the EOS R5 C, especially with the $1500 price tag. Clog 3 and Cinema Gamut will make matching the two cameras a breeze.
I think the R7 will be a popular camera for people already in the Canon ecosystem and will be a good choice for shooters looking to get into a hybrid that is capable of both stills and video. S35 and APS-C is an excellent format for reach. Wildlife and nature shooters will get closer to the subject when using the high-quality RF lenses with the crop and using the sweet spot of those lenses and the crop. AF looks impressive, and it’s great that Canon seems to have not crippled it. Instead made it a selling point. I like this newish Canon!
