Canon announces new EOS 7D

[Brian Keifer]

Assuming it works as advertised in this press release, I've got some saving to do.

Enhanced AF, full HD video, integrated speedlite transmitter, 100% viewfinder, a built-in level, AND it still uses CF cards?  Yes, please! =)

http://www.usa.canon.com/templatedata/pressrelease/20090901_eos7d.html

[lotus]

Brian, just keep in mind that there is no capability to change a zoom during video recording. It is nice to have option for the same price, but still more like to take pictures using single photo option on video camera. There is a lot of talk about it on http://dpreview.com.

[Brian Keifer]

A couple of the sample videos I've seen show zooming during shooting video.  I don't think I'll be switching to a traditional video camera for stills any time soon. =)

Until the DSLR video technology matures, it's little more than a nice-to-have for me.  The big draw with this one comes from the other features.