Im still using the Canon RP and I don't have any plans to up grade for the type of work that I do. You have stayed true to your word about getting new cameras and your philosophy behind it. And I for one appreciate it.
I wrestle with this question from time to time. Earlier this year I switched from Nikon (after 20+ years), and went to Canon. Prior to cleaning out my Nikon treasure, I picked up an R6M2 and it was a nice switch. I was given a nice trade in offer for my Nikon gear. I wound up walking out of the store with an R5M2 without spending any more money. The R6M2 is lighter in weight and takes a great photo. The one thing that blew me away with the R5M2 was the ability to shoot an event with a zoom at many different focal lengths, and when I needed to reframe and crop, it was incredibly convenient. I remember an uncle who was a competitive marksman telling me this old adage, "A good shooter will shoot good with any rifle, and a bad shooter will shoot poorly even with the best rifle." Gear is a tool to get the job done. You still need a solid foundation on how to get the job done regardless of the tool. Yeah, the bells and whistles can speed up your routine, and allow for some flexibility, but you still need to know what you are doing. I really like your videos.
Thank you. I enjoyed the commentary. Maybe you could do a video on your camera. What great features it has and how many of those features a pro portrait photographer uses.
I'm still using the focus and recompose method with my ancient 5D. Haven't tried any of the Canon mirrorless AF yet. Upgrading to the R5 Mark II must be a mindblowing event if I ever bite the bullet.
Updated from the EOS 70D to the R5 as I wanted a full frame back in 2020. I’m retired, shot landscape mostly with some family shoots at times and R5 is more than enough. I can’t remember how to turn on the video, but if I need it, it’s there and very well equipped. No update needed for me.
Great insight. I have an R5 , R6 and R6M2. Quite frankly I shoot with more frequency than all of my other bodies. After shooting with the original R6 I have mastered how to use it. I shoot in manual. I know the setting and how the R6 reacts to the environment. Kind of like driving a car. You need to understand the machines limits. I will not be in the market for a new camera. Great conversation
I went from the Canon R to the R6ii. I needed the updated auto focus and a few other features that the R didn’t have. I enjoy portraiture and landscape photography as well as taking photos of my grandkids playing sports 📷😎
I used that camera on a wedding. I shot recently and I really liked it. And for what I do it’s more than enough. Not sure when I’m gonna be looking for another body but that or the Mark three is a strong candidate.
I went from Nikon Z6II to Canon R and then to Canon R6II. The Autofokus, the sensor and the Joystick are the most important features of the camera. But most important are the lenses and the ability to have the inspiration. Camera‘s are tools but practice is the most important part to „see“ the possible picture.
@@johannesschroeder5117 I love the R6 mk II too. I had a Canon 80D and upgraded to the R6, then bought the R6 mk II two years later as I always wanted to have 2 camera bodies and the 6 series is enough for me.
I currently use the 5D MK IV. I want to go mirrorless soon/eventually. When the R5 MK II was released, I debated opting for it. Now I'm not so sure? I'm definitely moving to the R5, but I don't think the MK II is gonna be worth the price increase for what I want to specialize in.
@CoffeeandPhotographyTalk you're exactly right. I love learning flower, macro, and landscape photography. But I want to dive deeper into portrait and weddings. I don't think the II is gonna be needed. Gonna cost enough for the lenses. LOL 🤦
Keep in mind that for some of the video features in the R5 mk II you need to purchase the new batteries ( they’re not the same as the R5/R6/R3 batteries). So there are additional expenses to budget for. It might make the most sense to buy an R5 or R6 mk II and invest in lenses
@cjm8160 that I did not know. I believe I'm just gonna upgrade to the R5 and put money into the lenses. I'm not a videographer by any stretch. Proof of the videos I've taken with my MK IV of my granddaughter. LOL. Thanks for the input/info. Very helpful for me
I got a used R5 on ebay for 1850 USD a week ago. The prices on the R5 MK I have come down so much it doesn't make sense to buy the MK II when you can get two MK Is for the same price.
I wanted a high megapixel camera. So was waiting for a new R5. I am a little edgy about it still. It's big $$$ but this will be awesome for my portraits. I'm an R6 user.
What I like about the MK ii is that it will make the MK 1 cheaper. My 5dmkiv is plenty enough to go along with my WELL USED 6d (2nd shutter), but it's soon going to be not supported. I figure to buy a MK 1 either used (I have to get a stellar price) or new when they are blowing them out. Lighting and subject matter is way more important.
Camera companies want you to believe that buying the latest and greatest will magically improve your photography. Many reviewers on TH-cam are either paid to advertise or they just nitpicking every little thing for views. I watch those only for entertainment reasons.
I've owned the R5 for about 2 years and really like it's functionality and the image quality. I've never shot a second of video with it (not my thing) and only some wildlife. I shoot mostly landscapes, portraits, abstracts, etc.; essentially still images. After seeing all the reviews, I am not going to upgrade as I don't see enough improvements in the updated model for me to switch to this camera. Also, a new camera will NOT improve one's photography. It's the photographer, not the gear that makes great images. What a new camera does is psychological. It can kickstart someone who has not picked up or used their camera in a while to become re-energized to go out an realize once again their love for photography. I do disagree on more megapixels even on full frame cameras. It does help those when doing deep crops, especially for printing. Medium format, while great, is much more expensive than full frame and perhaps to many people cost prohibitive. Also, the options for lenses are more limiting and they are more expensive as well.
I agree completely that most photographers don’t need this camera if they have the R5, nor does it offer compelling reasons for a lots of photographers to buy this camera over the much more affordable R5. I however am one of those photographers who will benefit, probably not $4200 worth of benefits but I can afford it and it will make me happy. I shoot mostly wildlife so the improved AF and improved shutter readout will help. Granted, I am talking about improving my keeper rate and reducing rolling shutter. Since I am an amateur, not a pro, the only question I have to answer is will it make me happy, I don’t have to justify the cost by answering, will it make me more money. That answer would be no for most people.
speaking as a hobby photographer, owning a Canon R8 and a Canon 90D, the auto focus of R8 makes it easier to get a great sharp shot, however with the 90D, I have to work harder to get a great shot, but the sense of achievement I get from getting that tack sharp image using 90D is greater ! So I don’t really want the in camera tech to get any “better”than what I have now in the R8, I feel it would just take some of the fun out of photography..
I'll stick with my EOS R for now. It still does everything I want it to do with more than acceptable results. For stills, I think glass, lighting, and actually knowing how to use your camera make far more difference than camera bodies in the modern era. Video, sure. It might be a massive upgrade, but I don't shoot video.
Ok, so you are another youtuber who doesn't have the camera but have a lot of opinions. Oh dear, that's great. Of course, you are free to say whatever you want, but I think it was way wise to wait for the camera, to work with and after that to have an opinions based on real facts, not only on assumptions.
That’s fair…. To a point. But if you understand the effect feature X will have on your photography, you don’t need to have the camera to know if you need it or not. To determine how WELL a feature works, yes. That’s what reviewers do and I have no interest in.
Just found your channel. Your comments largely chime with my view, this new camera will not improve what I can get from my camera which is an R5. I am a hobbyist wildlife photographer, mainly stills with occasional video. There are one or two features that appeal (and I do like new gadgets 😀!) improved AF and the ability to choose electronic frame rate for instance. Does that make it worth the money? Not sure it does, that said I will wait and see what others find in the real world. My success as a photographer are limited by my abilities not the camera!
When a new camera comes out, my first question is always; will it improve my photography? What is your criteria for buying a new camera?
Im still using the Canon RP and I don't have any plans to up grade for the type of work that I do. You have stayed true to your word about getting new cameras and your philosophy behind it. And I for one appreciate it.
I wrestle with this question from time to time. Earlier this year I switched from Nikon (after 20+ years), and went to Canon. Prior to cleaning out my Nikon treasure, I picked up an R6M2 and it was a nice switch. I was given a nice trade in offer for my Nikon gear. I wound up walking out of the store with an R5M2 without spending any more money. The R6M2 is lighter in weight and takes a great photo. The one thing that blew me away with the R5M2 was the ability to shoot an event with a zoom at many different focal lengths, and when I needed to reframe and crop, it was incredibly convenient.
I remember an uncle who was a competitive marksman telling me this old adage, "A good shooter will shoot good with any rifle, and a bad shooter will shoot poorly even with the best rifle."
Gear is a tool to get the job done. You still need a solid foundation on how to get the job done regardless of the tool. Yeah, the bells and whistles can speed up your routine, and allow for some flexibility, but you still need to know what you are doing.
I really like your videos.
Thank you. I enjoyed the commentary. Maybe you could do a video on your camera. What great features it has and how many of those features a pro portrait photographer uses.
I'm still using the focus and recompose method with my ancient 5D.
Haven't tried any of the Canon mirrorless AF yet.
Upgrading to the R5 Mark II must be a mindblowing event if I ever bite the bullet.
Updated from the EOS 70D to the R5 as I wanted a full frame back in 2020. I’m retired, shot landscape mostly with some family shoots at times and R5 is more than enough. I can’t remember how to turn on the video, but if I need it, it’s there and very well equipped. No update needed for me.
Thanks for watching!
This is a good review for my needs in a new camera.
Great! Thanks for watching!
Great insight. I have an R5 , R6 and R6M2. Quite frankly I shoot with more frequency than all of my other bodies. After shooting with the original R6 I have mastered how to use it. I shoot in manual. I know the setting and how the R6 reacts to the environment. Kind of like driving a car. You need to understand the machines limits. I will not be in the market for a new camera. Great conversation
Thanks for watching!
I went from the Canon R to the R6ii. I needed the updated auto focus and a few other features that the R didn’t have. I enjoy portraiture and landscape photography as well as taking photos of my grandkids playing sports 📷😎
I used that camera on a wedding. I shot recently and I really liked it. And for what I do it’s more than enough. Not sure when I’m gonna be looking for another body but that or the Mark three is a strong candidate.
I went from Nikon Z6II to Canon R and then to Canon R6II. The Autofokus, the sensor and the Joystick are the most important features of the camera. But most important are the lenses and the ability to have the inspiration. Camera‘s are tools but practice is the most important part to „see“ the possible picture.
@johannesschroeder5117 💯👍
@@johannesschroeder5117 I love the R6 mk II too. I had a Canon 80D and upgraded to the R6, then bought the R6 mk II two years later as I always wanted to have 2 camera bodies and the 6 series is enough for me.
Pre-capture wont write to the card till the shutter is pressed fully
I currently use the 5D MK IV. I want to go mirrorless soon/eventually. When the R5 MK II was released, I debated opting for it. Now I'm not so sure? I'm definitely moving to the R5, but I don't think the MK II is gonna be worth the price increase for what I want to specialize in.
It really does depend on what you need …. For still photography it’s a real question. Thanks for watching!
@CoffeeandPhotographyTalk you're exactly right. I love learning flower, macro, and landscape photography. But I want to dive deeper into portrait and weddings. I don't think the II is gonna be needed. Gonna cost enough for the lenses. LOL 🤦
@jamesollis you’re thinking exactly right. Money spent on lenses is money that will last for decades.
Keep in mind that for some of the video features in the R5 mk II you need to purchase the new batteries ( they’re not the same as the R5/R6/R3 batteries). So there are additional expenses to budget for. It might make the most sense to buy an R5 or R6 mk II and invest in lenses
@cjm8160 that I did not know. I believe I'm just gonna upgrade to the R5 and put money into the lenses. I'm not a videographer by any stretch. Proof of the videos I've taken with my MK IV of my granddaughter. LOL. Thanks for the input/info. Very helpful for me
I appreciate this
Finally someone talks about the reality of Canon R 5-11,what you is so clear to understand that this camera is not for everyone
Thanks for watching!
I got a used R5 on ebay for 1850 USD a week ago. The prices on the R5 MK I have come down so much it doesn't make sense to buy the MK II when you can get two MK Is for the same price.
Wow, that’s a good price! Thanks for watching!
@@CoffeeandPhotographyTalk thank you for making this video!
I wanted a high megapixel camera. So was waiting for a new R5. I am a little edgy about it still. It's big $$$ but this will be awesome for my portraits. I'm an R6 user.
Thanks for watching!
What I like about the MK ii is that it will make the MK 1 cheaper. My 5dmkiv is plenty enough to go along with my WELL USED 6d (2nd shutter), but it's soon going to be not supported. I figure to buy a MK 1 either used (I have to get a stellar price) or new when they are blowing them out. Lighting and subject matter is way more important.
That’s a great point about making the original R5 cheaper! Thanks for watching!
Camera companies want you to believe that buying the latest and greatest will magically improve your photography. Many reviewers on TH-cam are either paid to advertise or they just nitpicking every little thing for views. I watch those only for entertainment reasons.
I've owned the R5 for about 2 years and really like it's functionality and the image quality. I've never shot a second of video with it (not my thing) and only some wildlife. I shoot mostly landscapes, portraits, abstracts, etc.; essentially still images. After seeing all the reviews, I am not going to upgrade as I don't see enough improvements in the updated model for me to switch to this camera. Also, a new camera will NOT improve one's photography. It's the photographer, not the gear that makes great images. What a new camera does is psychological. It can kickstart someone who has not picked up or used their camera in a while to become re-energized to go out an realize once again their love for photography. I do disagree on more megapixels even on full frame cameras. It does help those when doing deep crops, especially for printing. Medium format, while great, is much more expensive than full frame and perhaps to many people cost prohibitive. Also, the options for lenses are more limiting and they are more expensive as well.
I agree completely that most photographers don’t need this camera if they have the R5, nor does it offer compelling reasons for a lots of photographers to buy this camera over the much more affordable R5.
I however am one of those photographers who will benefit, probably not $4200 worth of benefits but I can afford it and it will make me happy. I shoot mostly wildlife so the improved AF and improved shutter readout will help. Granted, I am talking about improving my keeper rate and reducing rolling shutter. Since I am an amateur, not a pro, the only question I have to answer is will it make me happy, I don’t have to justify the cost by answering, will it make me more money. That answer would be no for most people.
It’s gonna be a great camera for you I think for what you’re doing. Thanks for watching!
speaking as a hobby photographer, owning a Canon R8 and a Canon 90D, the auto focus of R8 makes it easier to get a great sharp shot, however with the 90D, I have to work harder to get a great shot, but the sense of achievement I get from getting that tack sharp image using 90D is greater ! So I don’t really want the in camera tech to get any “better”than what I have now in the R8, I feel it would just take some of the fun out of photography..
I feel that way when I use my old EOS 3 film camera. Thanks for watching!
I feel that you are spot one with your comment.
I'll stick with my EOS R for now. It still does everything I want it to do with more than acceptable results. For stills, I think glass, lighting, and actually knowing how to use your camera make far more difference than camera bodies in the modern era. Video, sure. It might be a massive upgrade, but I don't shoot video.
Same here, thanks so much for watching!
Well, it doesn't do Tamron 150-600 mm G1 (A011). Very frustrating.
Ok, so you are another youtuber who doesn't have the camera but have a lot of opinions. Oh dear, that's great. Of course, you are free to say whatever you want, but I think it was way wise to wait for the camera, to work with and after that to have an opinions based on real facts, not only on assumptions.
That’s fair…. To a point. But if you understand the effect feature X will have on your photography, you don’t need to have the camera to know if you need it or not.
To determine how WELL a feature works, yes. That’s what reviewers do and I have no interest in.
God bless Canon , the price of the R5 body may not come down much ! I really like your pragmatic take on this new camera!
Thanks so much for watching!
Just found your channel. Your comments largely chime with my view, this new camera will not improve what I can get from my camera which is an R5. I am a hobbyist wildlife photographer, mainly stills with occasional video. There are one or two features that appeal (and I do like new gadgets 😀!) improved AF and the ability to choose electronic frame rate for instance. Does that make it worth the money? Not sure it does, that said I will wait and see what others find in the real world. My success as a photographer are limited by my abilities not the camera!
Same here actually…. My cameras can do far more than I can or need them to.
Thanks for watching!