leftj Loc: Texas

Nikon D500

billnourse Loc: Bloomfield, NM

Whether Nikon or Canon, I would try to replace with a FF. Canon a 6d Mk II or a 5d Mk 4. If you go Nikon a D750 or D850. Of course if you really need the 10+fps then the D500 Nikon or another 7d Mk II would possibly be better choices.

Just bear in mind that there is going to be a pretty big learning curve if you make the switch. I have shot Canon for years and when I pick up a Nikon, it is pretty foreign to me. The same is true of Nikon people that try my Canon.

Bill

Jakebrake Loc: Broomfield, Colorado

Not to mention Canon's MENU system which is quite intuitive and is very consistent throughout the brand. I recently upgraded to the Canon 5D Mk IV, from the Mk II and found virtually a seamless transition between the bodies. If you were familiar with the menu system and the controls of your 7D Mk II why change platforms? I also was the owner of a 7D Mk II until my Grand kids all graduated HS, which I used for their sporting events, (Football, Basketball & Volleyball) and didn't really need the high FPS so I went with the 80D for the articulating screen, (which I sorely missed on my 60D) more MP's, touch screen and couldn't be happier for my crop sensor body. Best of luck with your dilemma, but if it were me and happy with the 7D Mk II, I would stick with Canon.

amfoto1 Loc: San Jose, Calif. USA

Nikon D500 is the most equiv. to Canon 7DII. In fact, in some ways it might be superior and on paper it looks like it is... but it's also a lot more expensive.

https://www.apotelyt.com/compare-camera/canon-7d-ii-vs-nikon-d500
https://cameradecision.com/compare/Nikon-D500-vs-Canon-EOS-7D-Mark-II
https://www.apotelyt.com/compare-camera/canon-7d-ii-vs-nikon-d500
https://www.digitalrev.com/article/5-reasons-the-new-nikon-d500-is-a-7d-mkii-killer
https://www.imaging-resource.com/cameras/canon/7d-mark-ii/vs/nikon/d500/

The Nikon D7500 is not quite as "top of the line", but is priced more like 7DII.

https://cameradecision.com/compare/Canon-EOS-7D-Mark-II-vs-Nikon-D7500
https://www.apotelyt.com/compare-camera/nikon-d7500-vs-canon-7d-ii
https://www.imaging-resource.com/cameras/canon/7d-mark-ii/vs/nikon/d7500/

The slightly older Nikon D7200 is very similar to D7500, but actually has higher resolution (24MP versus 21MP) and isn't quite as fast shooting. It might be more similar to Canon 80D.

You should look carefully beyond the camera itself, taking into consideration what you want and need to shoot, to help you decide whether you should stick with Canon or switch to any other brand. You can find relatively comparable cameras from all the manufacturers, but it's the systems behind them, as well as the "health" and future outlook for the companies themselves where you're more likely to see differences. Also compare the cost of lenses and accessories you'll be replacing. Nikon's tend to be a little to a lot more expensive than comparable Canon (Sony tend to be even more expensive, where they offer comparable).

For example: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?sts=ma&setNs=p_PRICE_2%7c0&Ns=p_PRICE_2%7c0&fct=fct_brand_name%7ccanon%2bfct_brand_name%7cnikon%2bfct_brand_name%7cpentax%2bfct_brand_name%7csony&ci=15492&srtclk=sort&cp=15293%2b15492&Ntt=70-200mm%202.8&
(Ignore the two most expensive... the silly price of the "limited edition" lens and the expensive cine lens, those are only included because there's no way to filter them out of this multi-brand search)

I don't agree about it necessarily being a "problem", learning to use a different system. The basic functionality is the same. There may be times when you have to pause to remember the new name or different location of a button or dial controlling a particular function... but you'll get past that pretty quickly.

Do you shoot video at all? It sounds like you don't.... so who cares what the respective cameras can do in that respect.

Also, several have suggest "full frame would be better"..... but that's not necessarily true. It depends upon what you shoot and how you shoot it... For your needs an APS-C camera might actually be a better choice. Sure, full frame has some pluses... but it also has some minuses.

Sorry your stuff got stolen... that sucks. Keep an eye on your local Craigslist.... you might see it there and can point it out to the police.

gordone Loc: Red Deer AB Canada

I would stick with something familiar. Buy a used 7D2 and then upgrade to the 7D3 when it comes out and sell the 7D2.

Selene03

To the OP, will your friend let you try a Nikon. If you have friends with Nikon, that might be the way to go, but as others have said here, be sure you like the ergonomics of the Nikon before you switch. I have used both systems and found that I can do much more with Canons simply because of how they work. This is a very personal thing. Both Canon and Nikon make outstanding cameras, so you can't go wrong with either. But, you can look at your loss in a positive way of thinking about what you want in a camera and lenses and then decide what the best way to go might be, but try the cameras you are thinking about out if you can.

Jakebrake Loc: Broomfield, Colorado

SharpShooter Loc: NorCal

Mistral, THAT friend is NO friend!!! Dump him PRONTO!!! LoL
Here's what I would do. Actually it's what I DID!!
I assume you shoot action, there's no other reason to have a 7D mkll.
I have two 7Dmkll's, then started to notice that used 1Dx's were getting affordable. So I started looking. Last summer about 3 months into my search a nice, used 1Dx popped up on Craig's List for $1750 with only 185K on the clock. I snatched it up.
It's TWICE the camera a 7ll is. I've not used the 7ll's since. That pro camera is AWESOME!!!
That's what you should do!!! Forget that little crop camera! Good luck
SS

gordone Loc: Red Deer AB Canada

It all comes down to what you intend to shoot. I have a 60D, 7D, 7D2, 1DX2 and 5DS-R. Most of my shooting is with the 7D2 and a 500F4 with 1.4x TC because I shoot a lot of birds. For landscape I use the 5DS-R and my 1DX2 is just my backup camera. I will upgrade to the 7D3 as soon as it comes out because my 7D2 has 165000 shutter count. My 7D has over 200k on it and has been converted to infrared by Lifepixel. All great cameras but each has a purpose.

PHRubin Loc: Nashville TN USA

Let me mention my experience. I have the newer Canon 80D which I upgraded from a T2i. I have been using SLR then DSLR type cameras for over 40 years. A novice acquaintance recently got a Nikon and asks me for pointers periodically. I find my head screwed inside-out finding the controls I need on her camera. It is not an easy conversion. Even the zoom lenses turn the opposite way!

Be SURE you are comfortable with a Nikon after living with a Canon.

jdub82 Loc: Northern California

You might want to look for a deal where someone is selling a used Canon system, (with a 7DII or an 80D, etc. ) along with lenses and accessories, etc. This might be the best way you can replace your Canon gear without starting from scratch, paying new prices for a Canon body and lenses. These types of deals are frequently posted here on UHH.

rfmaude41 Loc: Lancaster, Texas (DFW area)

And, in reality, how long does it take to get used to a new menu system, one or two days, eh ? I am constantly switching back and forth from Nikon to Phase One with no problems.

NormanTheGr8 Loc: Racine, Wisconsin

If I were in your shoes I would seriously look at a Sony mirrorless a7III

sirlensalot Loc: Arizona

Sounds like a perfect opportunity to move over to Sony.

Jakebrake Loc: Broomfield, Colorado

What's to say about you Sony Sycophants? 😒😒😒