When comparing Canon 7D Mark II vs Canon EOS-1D X Mark II, the Slant community recommends Canon EOS-1D X Mark II for most people. In the question“What are the best cameras for sports/action photography?” Canon EOS-1D X Mark II is ranked 5th while Canon 7D Mark II is ranked 6th. The most important reason people chose Canon EOS-1D X Mark II is:
The camera can shoot 14fps RAW without any limitations and 16fps with a locked up mirror. The buffer holds 170 RAW frames at 14fps while JPG buffer is unlimited.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Flicker detection
The camera can detect flickering light sources and sync up with them to shoot at peak brightness in order to avoid underexposing the image by accident.
Pro Fast autofocus
Reliable and quick autofocusing system.
Pro Excellent continuous drive
The camera can shoot 14fps RAW without any limitations and 16fps with a locked up mirror. The buffer holds 170 RAW frames at 14fps while JPG buffer is unlimited.
Pro Flicker detection
The camera can detect flickering light sources and sync up with them to shoot at peak brightness in order to avoid underexposing the image by accident.
Cons
Con Lacks 4K video capabilities
Con Dynamic range could be better
Con Non-tilting screen
Con No focus peaking or zebras
Con No touchscreen
Con No Wi-Fi
Con Not yet available
The camera's planned release date is April 2016.