EOS R7vs PixPro WPZ2
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PixPro WPZ2 (2021)
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Best for Water sports, beach holidays & outdoor adventures on a budget
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Wildlife, Sports & Action — EOS R7 (2022): The EOS R7 is one of the most complete APS-C cameras ever made. It combines a class-leading resolution sensor with best-in-class IBIS, 4K/60p video, weather sealing and 15fps burst. For wildlife, sports and action photographers on an APS-C budget, nothing else comes close.
Water Sports, Beach Holidays & Outdoor Adventures On A Budget — PixPro WPZ2 (2021): A practical, affordable waterproof camera for those who want a traditional zoom compact rather than a GoPro-style action camera.
Who should buy what
EOS R7 (2022)
- Wildlife photographers who need reach, weather sealing and fast burst
- Sports shooters upgrading from entry-level APS-C bodies
- Video creators who need uncropped 4K/60p without a full-frame budget
- Canon DSLR users looking to move to RF mount
PixPro WPZ2 (2021)
- Snorkellers and divers who want a traditional zoom compact underwater
- Holiday photographers who want one rugged camera for beach and travel
- Buyers who want waterproofing deeper than GoPro without a housing
- Budget-conscious adventurers who don't need 4K video
Quick take: The eos r7 has the highest resolution at 32mp; the pixpro wpz2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R7 (2022) | PixPro WPZ2 (2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,399 | £100 |
| Sensor | 32.5MP APS-C CMOS | 1/2.3-inch BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 32.5MP | 16.0MP |
| Video | 4K/60p (uncropped), 4K/30p (oversampled from 7K), 1080p/120p | 1080p/30fps, 720p/60fps |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, 651 AF zones, subject recognition (people, animals, vehicles) | TTL contrast-detect autofocus |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS (8 stops with compatible IS lenses) | Digital image stabilisation |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 30fps electronic (with blackout) | 3fps |
| Battery Life | ~770 shots (CIPA) | ~200 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 612g (body, battery, card) | ~194g |
| Dimensions | 132.0 × 90.4 × 91.7mm | 115 × 66 × 32mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.72× magnification | None — 3.0" LCD screen only |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.0" LCD |
| Mount | Canon RF-mount | Standard 1/4" tripod thread |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II | microSD up to 512GB |
| Connectivity | USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS R7 | PixPro WPZ2 |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife | ||
| Video | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Underwater | — | |
| Adventure & Sports | — | |
| Everyday | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — |
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