The Elan 7 is the third generation of the extremely popular Elan series of cameras. The compact body incorporates a durable metal top plate and more simplified control layout than the previous Elan and Elan II cameras. Key to the Elan 7's use is its dazzling 7-point autofocus system, which is as fast and accurate as professional models from a generation ago. Film transport retains the famed Whisper Drive silence, and 13 custom functions allow the user to have total control.
| Type | 35mm SLR |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF |
| Focus Modes | One shot AF, Predictive AF with AI Servo, Manual |
| Focus Type | Area AF with 7 focusing points |
| Focusing Range | EV 0-18 @ ISO 100 with f/1.4 lens |
| Exposure Modes | 6 Auto modes(Full auto, Portrait, Landscape, Closeup, Sports & Night scene), Program AE with variable shift, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, Depth-of-field (DEP) & Manual |
| Exposure Metering |
- 35-Zone evaluative - Centerweighted average - 10% Partial metering linkable to focusing points |
| Metering Range @ ISO 100 with f/1.4 Lens | EV 1-20 |
| Shutter Speed |
1/4000th to 30 Second + Bulb with flash sync at 1/125th second Flash sync up to 1/4000th second with EX flashes |
| Exposure Compensation | ±2 EV in 1/2 EV increments |
| Exposure Bracketing | ±2 EV in 1/2 EV increments |
| ISO Range |
25-5000 (DX) 6-6400 in Manual setting Infared film cannot be used |
| Built-in Flash | Yes (GN 43' with 28mm coverage) |
| Film Wind |
Single, Continuous at 4 fps Choice of high speed or silent rewind |
| Focusing Screen | Fixed laser matte |
| Diopter Correction | Yes (-2.5 to +0.5, additional diopters available) |
| Self Timer | 10-Second delay |
| Remote Control | Remote switch RS-60E3, or Remote control RC-1 |
| PC Terminal | No |
| Depth-of-Field Preview | Yes |
| Mirror Lock-Up | Yes (with custom function) |
| Multiple Exposure | Yes (up to 9 exposures per frame) |
| Viewfinder Info | Remote control, Shutter speed, Aperture, ISO Film speed, Depth of field, Custom functions, Metering mode, Battery level, Film status, Exposure level, Exposure compensation, Flash compensation, AEB Range, Redeye reduction, Beeper, Multiple exposure, DEP Points, Self timer operation & Wireless remote control operation |
| LCD Information | Focusing point, AE Lock / FE Lock symbol, Flash ready, High-speed sync, Regular or flash exposure compensation, Shutter speed, Aperture, Depth of field mode, Redeye reduction & In-focus indicator |
| Color | Black |
| Power Source |
Two CR123A 3-Volt lithium batteries Optional BP-300 battery pack converts camera to "AA" power |
| Dimensions | 5.8 x 4.1 x 2.7" (147 x 103 x 69mm) WxHxD |
| Weight | 1 lb 11.7 oz |