Great job, Hudson. After being an avid Nikon shooter for the past 49 years, I made the ecosystem change last week to Canon and the R5. Relearning a new body, buttons, dials and menu system but am very excited about this camera. When I made the decision to migrate to mirrorless, I researched Nikon, Canon and Sony. Canon just seemed right for me. No looking back, its onward and upward from here. Your videos are very well laid out and common sense. Thank you for that!
Switched recently from Z6 ii to R6, couldn’t be happier. Finally I can track birds in flight with ease. Went from about a 20% keeper rate to around 75%.
You are such an excellent teacher, Hudson. FWIW, the Dual Pixel RAW option isn't really about ultra-high resolution. It allows you to make minor focus tweaks (imagine your camera focused on eyelashes instead of the eyeball) when you process the file in Canon's Digital Photo Professional software. It is basically insurance and the cost of the insurance is twice the file size and having to use Canon's own editing software.
I'm just now starting to learn how to use a new R6. Thanks for this great video. I agree with you on the my menu selection process. Canon should change that. Also, I am using auto focus now for the first time in my life. I have zero muscle memory re auto focus. So, I am trying a dual back button auto focus set up with the shutter de-coupled from focus completely and so far I am liking it a lot. I have the AF button set to spot focus. I have asterisk button (just to the right) set to eye auto focus.
I’m not sure why Canon shows a column for video buttons, since it has no effect. There are seven video modes, but one column. Which mode does it map to? None, as it turns out.
Hey Hudson, overall pretty good, but so much more to talk about. However, Picture Style and Color Space don't apply to Raw Photos, only JPEGs. Regarding Color Space or gamut, after processing your Raw photos to JPEGs, you will then pick a Color Space when exporting, and sRGB is what you will use for Web Sites, Social Media, emails, etc. If making Prints then use Adobe RGB for a much wider color gamut, but ProPhoto is even wider. Also, if you upload an Adobe RGB color space photo to say Facebook, it will convert to sRGB, but will look bad compared to uploading an sRGB photo. And do not sharpen your photos for Social Media, as it will automatically be sharpened, and look over sharpened.
Color space makes a big difference in the look of the review image and RGB histogram on the back of your camera for making exposure decisions. The embedded display jpeg uses the chosen profile and the histogram is based on that jpeg. I prefer the profile that best approximates the raw files yonsl range. Profoto RGB is the color space to edit master files in for sure. Srgb is the space for web display. Again not a big deal in the actual raw file since the best raw conversion engines use prophoto rgb or some approximation. If I ever keep an in camera jpeg (from a raw+jpeg) then I want that wider gammut until I export for web sharing.
Yes, good to set the Color Space for when or if you shoot JPEGs or Raw + JPEG ( I don't), and for monitoring, on the camera, the Raw data is using a JPEG thumbnail, however, the Camera Viewfinder and Screen will not show you any noticeable difference until maybe when they have more Megapixels of Resolution (not your Nikon's with less than 4MP). And I don't understand why you use the RGB Histogram when you can't make any Color Channel Adjustments in Camera except via exposure so it seems to me the Histogram setting for Brightness would be more valuable. Anyway, here is a link to an article talking more about sRGB vs Adobe RGB for everyone to check out: digital-photography-school.com/adobe-rgb-versus-srgb-color-space/
And here is another useful article regarding setting up a Canon R5, however, there are some changes to the menu since the last firmware update: photographylife.com/recommended-canon-eos-r5-settings
Hudson, Since you used the Canon R5 and Nikon Z cameras, what is your thoughts about trading in R5 gear for Nikon Z9? My wife has not let me forget about trading in our Z7 because I was not satisfied with its AF and low-light performance. I really like the features of the Z9, except I am concerned about the Z9's performance in low-light. DXOMark rated its performance lower than the Z7's. When I contacted Nikon, they had no comment. Nor has Nikon ever explained to me how the Z9 sees in the dark (-8.5 EV) and what I could expect noise levels to be in the resulting photos. Of course, I gave them various combinations of shutter speeds, F-stops, and asked them for ISO levels where the photos would still be acceptable. Frankly, I do not care to set ISO past 1600. Thank you. John
John, I'm more than happy with iso 1600 and even 3200 in well exposed images using the Z9. With the power of DxO pure raw or ON1's no noise AI I'd push that even further if needed. I can assure you it's insane how it focuses and sees in the dark and it's really proven to be the best camera I've yet used. Both cameras are fabulous, but if you're a Nikon shooter at heart, you'll adore the Z9. I've got inks right here if you choose to move: www.hudsonhenry.com/atslinks and free setup guides on this channel. That said, the R5 is a great machine too. You really can't go wrong with any brand right now. :)
I have been looking into the R5 over the last week as i am considering changing from the Z7 to it. The Q menu is not customisable and that comes from Canon themselves. It would be good if a firmware update could change that so it can be customised.
I think nikon is much much better with firmware updates than the competition. The R5 is great, but having spent the last 9 months with the Z9, you might want to wait for that tech to roll into the next nikon body. It's pretty amazing.
@@HudsonHenryPhoto I'm not rushing into anything, i am waiting to see what the Z7 iii is like - if one is released. The 3 main reasons i am considering the R5 is the rear articulating screen, i need it due to disc problems in my back and arthritis in both hips. The other two are i love the bulb timer option built in - unlike the fixed values in the Z7 ii and the none destructive aspect ratio options in the canon. If Nikon can put all 3 of those in a Z7 iii then i will stay. 🙂
He talks about this in his review video. The gist of his thoughts were that the R5 sensor is excellent and improved from previous Canon sensors. Slightly more highlight recovery with the Sony-built sensor in the Z7-series bodies.
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Great job, Hudson. After being an avid Nikon shooter for the past 49 years, I made the ecosystem change last week to Canon and the R5. Relearning a new body, buttons, dials and menu system but am very excited about this camera.
When I made the decision to migrate to mirrorless, I researched Nikon, Canon and Sony. Canon just seemed right for me.
No looking back, its onward and upward from here. Your videos are very well laid out and common sense. Thank you for that!
Switched recently from Z6 ii to R6, couldn’t be happier. Finally I can track birds in flight with ease. Went from about a 20% keeper rate to around 75%.
You are such an excellent teacher, Hudson. FWIW, the Dual Pixel RAW option isn't really about ultra-high resolution. It allows you to make minor focus tweaks (imagine your camera focused on eyelashes instead of the eyeball) when you process the file in Canon's Digital Photo Professional software. It is basically insurance and the cost of the insurance is twice the file size and having to use Canon's own editing software.
Great video. I just bought one of these with 5 RF lenses….I found the video very helpful. Thank you
Some B roll would have been nice showing the dials and buttons you're activating Hudson. For us not-so seasoned photographers. Big fan! You rock!
Thanks for the feedback. I really appreciate it.
I am new to this camera. Your video was as good or better than the others I've seen; Thanks
I'm just now starting to learn how to use a new R6. Thanks for this great video. I agree with you on the my menu selection process. Canon should change that. Also, I am using auto focus now for the first time in my life. I have zero muscle memory re auto focus. So, I am trying a dual back button auto focus set up with the shutter de-coupled from focus completely and so far I am liking it a lot. I have the AF button set to spot focus. I have asterisk button (just to the right) set to eye auto focus.
I’m not sure why Canon shows a column for video buttons, since it has no effect. There are seven video modes, but one column. Which mode does it map to? None, as it turns out.
Hey Hudson, overall pretty good, but so much more to talk about. However, Picture Style and Color Space don't apply to Raw Photos, only JPEGs. Regarding Color Space or gamut, after processing your Raw photos to JPEGs, you will then pick a Color Space when exporting, and sRGB is what you will use for Web Sites, Social Media, emails, etc. If making Prints then use Adobe RGB for a much wider color gamut, but ProPhoto is even wider. Also, if you upload an Adobe RGB color space photo to say Facebook, it will convert to sRGB, but will look bad compared to uploading an sRGB photo. And do not sharpen your photos for Social Media, as it will automatically be sharpened, and look over sharpened.
Color space makes a big difference in the look of the review image and RGB histogram on the back of your camera for making exposure decisions. The embedded display jpeg uses the chosen profile and the histogram is based on that jpeg. I prefer the profile that best approximates the raw files yonsl range.
Profoto RGB is the color space to edit master files in for sure. Srgb is the space for web display. Again not a big deal in the actual raw file since the best raw conversion engines use prophoto rgb or some approximation. If I ever keep an in camera jpeg (from a raw+jpeg) then I want that wider gammut until I export for web sharing.
Yes, good to set the Color Space for when or if you shoot JPEGs or Raw + JPEG ( I don't), and for monitoring, on the camera, the Raw data is using a JPEG thumbnail, however, the Camera Viewfinder and Screen will not show you any noticeable difference until maybe when they have more Megapixels of Resolution (not your Nikon's with less than 4MP). And I don't understand why you use the RGB Histogram when you can't make any Color Channel Adjustments in Camera except via exposure so it seems to me the Histogram setting for Brightness would be more valuable. Anyway, here is a link to an article talking more about sRGB vs Adobe RGB for everyone to check out: digital-photography-school.com/adobe-rgb-versus-srgb-color-space/
And here is another useful article regarding setting up a Canon R5, however, there are some changes to the menu since the last firmware update: photographylife.com/recommended-canon-eos-r5-settings
thank you!!
Hudson,
Since you used the Canon R5 and Nikon Z cameras, what is your thoughts about trading in R5 gear for Nikon Z9? My wife has not let me forget about trading in our Z7 because I was not satisfied with its AF and low-light performance. I really like the features of the Z9, except I am concerned about the Z9's performance in low-light. DXOMark rated its performance lower than the Z7's. When I contacted Nikon, they had no comment. Nor has Nikon ever explained to me how the Z9 sees in the dark (-8.5 EV) and what I could expect noise levels to be in the resulting photos. Of course, I gave them various combinations of shutter speeds, F-stops, and asked them for ISO levels where the photos would still be acceptable. Frankly, I do not care to set ISO past 1600.
Thank you.
John
John, I'm more than happy with iso 1600 and even 3200 in well exposed images using the Z9. With the power of DxO pure raw or ON1's no noise AI I'd push that even further if needed. I can assure you it's insane how it focuses and sees in the dark and it's really proven to be the best camera I've yet used. Both cameras are fabulous, but if you're a Nikon shooter at heart, you'll adore the Z9. I've got inks right here if you choose to move: www.hudsonhenry.com/atslinks and free setup guides on this channel. That said, the R5 is a great machine too. You really can't go wrong with any brand right now. :)
Thank you so very much for sharing your experiences and thoughts!
I have been looking into the R5 over the last week as i am considering changing from the Z7 to it. The Q menu is not customisable and that comes from Canon themselves. It would be good if a firmware update could change that so it can be customised.
I think nikon is much much better with firmware updates than the competition. The R5 is great, but having spent the last 9 months with the Z9, you might want to wait for that tech to roll into the next nikon body. It's pretty amazing.
@@HudsonHenryPhoto I'm not rushing into anything, i am waiting to see what the Z7 iii is like - if one is released. The 3 main reasons i am considering the R5 is the rear articulating screen, i need it due to disc problems in my back and arthritis in both hips. The other two are i love the bulb timer option built in - unlike the fixed values in the Z7 ii and the none destructive aspect ratio options in the canon. If Nikon can put all 3 of those in a Z7 iii then i will stay. 🙂
Are you using the extended shutter speeds in the Nikon? You can dail it all the way to 900 seconds in 1/3 p increments with all the Z cameras now.
@@HudsonHenryPhoto I have the Z7 not the Z7 ii, so extended shutter speeds is not available to me.
Gotcha, well there's one thing you can check off. The ZFc and 6ii even have that. :) no brand is near perfect, but they're all making great gear.
Whats your opinion on the canon r5 sensor vs the nikon z7 as far as photo quality, dynamic range, recovery in post goes?
He talks about this in his review video. The gist of his thoughts were that the R5 sensor is excellent and improved from previous Canon sensors. Slightly more highlight recovery with the Sony-built sensor in the Z7-series bodies.
Exactly Timothy.
The Spot AF is grayed out on my camera. What am I doing wrong?
Nevermind - figured it out at Limit AF settings.