Nikon D7000 vs Canon 60D vs Canon 7D

jakobshooster · Sep 19, 2012

So I recently bought a canon 60D, I was looking at the Nikon D7000 and I am now looking back on my decision and doubting myself. I love my canon 60D but I am now double guessing myself haha, dont get me wrong I LOVE my canon. Can you give me a summary of the differences/ Pros & Cons about each compared to the other and the strengths of each?

Any of these two cameras

-Canon 60D and Canon 7D
-Canon 60D and Nikon D7000

Also is the 7D that much better than the 60D (Just all around like is there something that puts it 600$ more?) (dont say OH IT DEPENDS ON WHAT YOU SHOOT!!!!!) (please)

macpro88 · Sep 19, 2012

It depends on what you shoot...

Honestly, go to a store near and hold each one and play around with each and whatever feels best, go with that.

If you have canon, stick with canon. learning a new system might seem fun, but its frustrating for some and to some its like learning a new language...

I upgraded from a T1i to the 7D and love the 7D.

Also, google what you are looking for and there a wealth of video reviews for you draw conclusions from.

ceejtank · Sep 19, 2012

or use dxo, or bestbuys website and click the "compare" icons.

jdag · Sep 19, 2012

You say you LOVE your Canon 60D twice. Then you say you are doubting your purchase. Can you be more specific...

1) What do you love about it?
2) What are you doubting in your purchase?
3) Did you buy any other items that are Canon specific (lenses, flash) that you can't return?
4) Are you within your return period?
5) The 60D is the least costly of the 3...are you wanting/able to spend more? (Or are you assuming that the others must be better since they are more?)

You seemingly had the 60D, 7D, and D7000 "in play" when you bought the 60D. What made you select it in the 1st place? My guess is that you are doubting a purchase that doesn't need to be doubted!

jaomul · Sep 19, 2012

If you can't get good shots with a 60d you won't with a d7000. The 7d is a little faster with a better autofocus but really most don't need that unless often shooting moving fast objects. To be fair it is not great to buy something and read to many reviews later. Enjoy your 60d

jakobshooster · Sep 19, 2012

jdag said:
You say you LOVE your Canon 60D twice. Then you say you are doubting your purchase. Can you be more specific...

1) What do you love about it?
2) What are you doubting in your purchase?
3) Did you buy any other items that are Canon specific (lenses, flash) that you can't return?
4) Are you within your return period?
5) The 60D is the least costly of the 3...are you wanting/able to spend more? (Or are you assuming that the others must be better since they are more?)

You seemingly had the 60D, 7D, and D7000 "in play" when you bought the 60D. What made you select it in the 1st place? My guess is that you are doubting a purchase that doesn't need to be doubted!

Im probably just doubting for the sake of doubting because if I could i'd want one of everything (; hahaha

fjrabon · Sep 19, 2012

The 7D and D7000 are a whole different class of camera than the 60 D. The 7D is very thing the 60 D is, but better. Better build, better focus, shoots faster. The D7000 has a better sensor and is a better build.

I've used all three pretty regularly. Honestly when our studio gets busy, I tend to get to work early, so I don't have to use a 60 D, which we have 3 or 4 as emergency backup bodies. The 7D just blows it that far out of the water, and anybody who has used both will tell you that.

That isn't to say the 60D isn't a good camera. It surely is. But the other two are in different categories.

jakobshooster · Sep 19, 2012

fjrabon said:
The 7D and D7000 are a whole different class of camera than the 60 D. The 7D is very thing the 60 D is, but better. Better build, better focus, shoots faster. The D7000 has a better sensor and is a better build.

I've used all three pretty regularly. Honestly when our studio gets busy, I tend to get to work early, so I don't have to use a 60 D, which we have 3 or 4 as emergency backup bodies. The 7D just blows it that far out of the water, and anybody who has used both will tell you that.

That isn't to say the 60D isn't a good camera. It surely is. But the other two are in different categories.

Now I ask, Would it be smart to return my 60D and buy a 7D?

swiftparkour94 · Sep 19, 2012

I am not a Nikon user nor have any experience with their DSLR's but I'd go with the 7D if you need the extra FPS. I have the T3i and am mourning the 3fps, I'll eventually get a mark iv, then maybe the mark ii, sell my T3i and get the 60D....yea it'll be awhile before then. I feel like I'll be needing a great camera with a swivel screen for macro/filming (I have spina bifida S1), and a great FF camera for candid/street photography which I'd also film with as well

MLeeK · Sep 19, 2012

If you just want my vote? The 7D. Second choice? D7000
WHY? Because I shoot Canon-and I really love my 7D. The D7000 is a formidable contender if you feel Nikon is the right fit for you.

jakobshooster · Sep 19, 2012

MLeeK said:
If you just want my vote? The 7D. Second choice? D7000
WHY? Because I shoot Canon-and I really love my 7D. The D7000 is a formidable contender if you feel Nikon is the right fit for you.

grr i feel annoyed now that i made the wrong choice

Ecas32 · Sep 19, 2012

Let me ask this question- why are you wanting to possibly switch to nikon?
I'm not one to say canon is superior to nikon although i do shoot canon, but i also use nikons everyday at work. To me, they both do what theyre made to do equally as good so i dont prefer one to the other EXCEPT- and here is where it would effect you- that i started with canon, learned their system/cameras and have multiple canon lenses. So for me to switch to nikon would be absolutely pointless to me at this point in time with all the money i have invested in canon equipment. you'd have to get all new lenses and pretty much start over.

So i'd say since your already in canon, stay in canon. There's always a canon equivalent to the nikon. I personally still shoot a rebel body but i am upgrading this holiday season to a 7D. I contemplated for a while to go with a 60D but i figures if i'm upgrading go ahead and get something much worth my while.

Either way though, you can't go wrong with the 60D. IMO, get some use out of it! if later on you feel it is nesessary to switch to the 7, or something better that has came out since then, then make the upgrade.

jdag · Sep 19, 2012

jakobshooster said:
grr i feel annoyed now that i made the wrong choice

You bought recently, right? Can you return the 60D? If so do it ifmits really bothering you! It's only money, right?

I think it is generally accepted that both the 7D and D7000 are a step up from th 60D. But they are also at higher price points, so ultimately you need to make the cost/benefit decision on your own.

MLeeK · Sep 19, 2012

The 60D is a great camera. Until you have a reason you NEED a different camera? you are wasting your time second guessing and money upgrading. That camera will take you into the professional side of this business just fine.

Would I trade it in on the cameras you've linked me to? No. Not unless you want to lose money on the one and take a step backwards. The second one I probably wouldn't do either-unless you have hit a ceiling on the 60D with something. I doubt it will offer you anything better. You wouldn't benefit from it otherwise.

jakobshooster · Sep 19, 2012

jdag said:
jakobshooster said:

grr i feel annoyed now that i made the wrong choice

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You bought recently, right? Can you return the 60D? If so do it ifmits really bothering you! It's only money, right?

I think it is generally accepted that both the 7D and D7000 are a step up from th 60D. But they are also at higher price points, so ultimately you need to make the cost/benefit decision on your own.