Hey man, very pleased to hear your thoughts about this camera and lens, great review plus amazing shots, as always!!!! So excited to see you at Flamborough Lighthouse. The coastline of East and North Yorkshrire has so much to offer, hope you do more videos out this way. : D
Nice video, I own the 90D and have experienced your issues.. The following might help when it comes to Wildlife. 1) Turn off iTR (Intelligent Tracking) 2) Use back button focusing 3) Single Point AF is more accurate than Spot 4) There's already new firmware supporting 24 fps
Just want to say thank you for this honest review! It's really refreshing to see a review where the reviewer doesn't rock down the specsheet but instead uses the camera and shares his experiences and oppinions. I don't want to watch a 10 oder 20min youtube video to get the specs, I could read them from Canons homepage in propably 1 minute. I'm glad I found this video and even more this channel ;)
I have shot DSLR’s and mirrorless cameras. I have had Sony, Fujifilm, Nikon and Canon. My go to camera at this time is a Fujifilm XT3. I had a Canon 20D, 50D , 5D2, and other Canon DSLR’s. As I look back through my files it is my belief that the Canon 5DII gave me the most beautiful colors and some of the best prints I have ever made in my life. I am considering ordering a 5D IV before the Canon DSLR’s disappear forever. The files from Canon cameras were just the best and never to much post production with. Usually my editing with the Canon files took less than three minutes and colors where spot on. I never felt like any other camera was better than what I was shooting with when I had a Canon camera! Canon was tops in my book.
I’ve had a 90D since March of 2023 and have had good results with it. Birds in flight shots have worked well with both a Tamron 18-400 and Sigma 100-400. I want to try my hand at the long exposure beach photo as shown in this video. Should be fun.
Steep learning curve for an enthusiast like me, but I wanted a camera I could grow into. It pairs well with the Sigma 18-35mm Art glass, which hangs on my camera most of the time. I’ve heard a lot of issues with soft focus, but I think its more an operator than camera issue. I absolutely love this camera.
I bought a 90d as a backup for my 5dsr. I mainly shoot wildlife and birds in flight, although I will try any genre. I am just back from India where I only took the 90d. About 11000 images to get through. So far I am very pleased with the quality of the images, the resolution is great to have and the colour and tonality is excellent. For birds in flight the autofocus does work ok, not so good as the more expensive Canon DSLR but still good enough. I was trying an Olympus em1 mk ii before the 90d (lightweight travel kit). There is no comparison really as the 90d image quality is streets ahead, and not only lowlight. The autofocus on the 90d is also better in my opinion. I am very pleased with the camera, the new sensor is doing a great job. The one negative is that the body is less robust than I would like, no issues apart from it’s picked up a few marks. To be expected really. I pair it with the canon 100-400 mk ii and 16-35 f4.
Finally some one who can actually give a great review on the Canon 90d, cheers mate, music in the background too was perfect. Hate it when people add banging background music, its so annoying.
I have the 90D and had the Tokina 11 - 16 and sold it a few years ago and im thinking about getting it again. I gotta say you earned a subscriber because of how easy you explain the things and also you are a cool guy!
I've been using the Canon 90D with a Sigma 17-50mm and Tamron 70-300mm for a little over a year now. I love this setup and haven't run into a need for anything else.
@@dalstarvisuals1385 I actually gave up on photography. It was just too expensive for me to keep doing it. However, I would recommend that you just continue using what you have now. You won't notice much difference. If you are really in the market for an upgrade, perhaps consider going for something like the R.
@@dalstarvisuals1385 If you don't have a lot of glass, save the money for a full frame camera, this 90D looks great on sheets but whack on the field, especially with older third party lenses. Also there is a problem with this many megapixels crammed onto a small sensor will require some good glass and canon went out their way to make it unusable with old sigma DX DG lenses. I could go on and on about the limitations. But to cut it short it's a do all camera for hobbyists, and yes I'm a pixel peeper.
God you see someone doing a review taking real footage and then showing the image, instead of just doing like many do and talk about settings. A great presentation keep it up.
I journeyed through the xxD series from 20 to 80D, and sadly had to upgrade when taking an identical picture to your last one and slipped on the rocks. Only the tiniest splash of the camera but enough salt water to damage the internals during overnight shipping to repair. I waited a long time in the hope the 90d would arrive (Jan 2019) but in the end went for the R. A wonderful camera in many ways (if you ignore the negativity and Canon bashing online). Great video and enthusiasm.
Ouch. Salt Water is definitely a killer, sorry to hear about that. The R is great camera and those new RF lenses seem to be amongst the best ever made. I'm looking forward to trying them out at some point.
Tnx for trying it out the 90D, I 've been using the 7DII for wildlife for a few years now and I've been thinking about the 90D but from what I've seen (in various reviews and not just yours) it doesn't seem much of an upgrade for stills. I do appreciate the more MPs but for me AF and low light performance are the main reasons for the upgrade. So I hope since you are keeping it maybe in future videos you explore these more. I'm still trying to figure out for example if the 90D dynamic range has the same curve as the 7DII one (for the record I also have a 6D FF body which I also plan to upgrade so I'm not desperate nor it is a foregone conclusion as to which of my two bodies I upgrade first). Who knows maybe Canon graces us with a 7D III or its mirrorless equivalent.
Absolutely love the 90D ive had it a few months now, it took me a while to get used to it but after that WOW, i did have some issues understanding the autofocus but i found out through the guys at Canon live online chat all i needed to know!
Hey Adam, Thanks for the review. Appreciate it. While you touched on Mirrorless vs DSLR, I got my two cents because I am in the Mirrorless-camp: 1) Weight: It's not the weight of the camera itself. But the GLASS. Save 200g here, save 100g there. It adds up quickly. Same goes for the size of the equipment. DSLR-Glass is generally bigger and bulkier - even if it's the same Sensor-Size. A friend of mine sports some Canon DSLR. He carries 4 lenses in a full backpack that is stuffed and really heavy. I have my nearly same four lenses (a slight difference in focal length) in my messenger bag. For you it doesn't matter because you go on a hike with a backpack anyways. But I would not want to daily drive a DSLR and neither does my friend. I carry my Mirrorless Sony everywhere I go. 2) Size: Mirrorless cameras are generally speaking smaller than their DSLR-Counterparts. Goes the same route like weight. It's smaller than their exact counterparts in the same format (APS-C vs APS-C / FF vs FF). It's more compact and you can drop it in a messenger bag or if you are fine with a compact kit lens, drop it into your backpack / handbag. 3) Weather sealing: Generally speaking, Mirrorless cameras are often (Exceptions are there!) not as weather sealed as their DSLR-counterparts. If you need to be two weeks on a safari or in the desert, I would probably prefer a DSLR because they often come with fully weather-sealed glass and bodies. Mirrorless cameras are catching up but because the "extreme professionals" don't use mirrorless that often for specific reasons, you can often see that the weather sealing is present, but not as hardcore as on a DSLR. 4) That brings us to the final point: Battery life: The mirrorless cameras can be a battery drain - yes. I have a couple of backup batteries with me and often it's considered a counter-argument that eliminates my points 1 and 2. The issue with mirrorless and batteries is this: A DSLR-camera only activates the sensor when in Live-View or when the mirror flips up. The Mirrorless ALWAYS activates the sensor. You can save on battery by turning off the live-view. But the sensor is still powered. And this kills their usability for the extreme professionals like people that camp in the mountains for days to see a single lion or whatnot. You can leave your DSLR powered on for a day without killing it. The mirrorless is dead after a couple of hours - even if the live-view is off and energy-save option is on. This is a drawback for sure. For daily use or for landscaping, animal photography or anything else it's irrelevant because you always can pop a new battery. But if you must have that extreme condition where you cannot shutdown your camera or swap a battery, a DSLR will keep on working for longer. Not for more images, but be "ready to click". I am not bashing your review or opinion on Mirrorless vs DSLR. I just added my points to it because on PhotoNerds or here you sometimes touched on it and this here is the only platform I could communicate these toughts to you. Keep up the great work and never stop to inspire me to go out and do more. Thank you!
Great video! The 90D is one of the top options on my list to choose from at the moment as far as obtaining a "new/old" camera from the second hand market, as opposed to buying a 250D brand new, do you have anything to share on this matter or am I looking in the right direction in the second hand market? I'm particularly into videography and content creation but an avid taker of photos,. Once again, great video loaded with lots of information, thanks!
Hi thanks for all that you do, my question now is that it has been a while scene the video, do you still this think that this camera is not to good for shooting wildlife?
I have to agree with you on the viewfinder tracking with regards to wildlife photography. I had 700D and 6D and yeah they were not great, always used centre point, but I basically got 70% of the shots actually in focus. The main issue I have with the 90D with birds is that even at f/8 the group focus isn't snappy or accurate and doesn't have the red square light up when I half press so feel very uncertain if I should take the shot as the red square I've been used to gives me a little reassurance. But it's also easy to blame the camera immediately, I know it worked great for my trip to see the seals in Norfolk, but most of those where taken using live view as it avoids discrepancies of the lens not matching micro af correctly. Just think I need a bit more practise.
Hey man, just wanted to say thanks for this video! I've been scouring the internet for the last week to decide what camera to buy, had my eyes on the 90D for a while and this video was what I needed to make the decision. I found your review style very refreshing compared to everything else I've seen, just getting out in nature (which is what I plan on doing) and getting hands on with the equipment, rather than obsessing about lab tests and numbers too much. Very inspiring and really beautiful shots, I'm super stoked to get started. Thank you.
The most significant benefit I can think of for mirrorless is for video in that you're able to capture video through the viewfinder and that helps a lot with stabilizing it against one's head. But I do mostly still photography, so, I'm very content with my Nikon DSLR and its lenses and won't be switching to mirrorless anytime soon. I often carry a Sony RX10iv in my bag specifically for VIDEO. It's good enough for my wildlife video needs. That sony covers all the focal lengths I could need AND is lighter than a dedicated wildlife zoom lens. It's not too bad at stills either!
Your video review is really good and honest. Exactly what a normal person needs to make their decision whether to get this camera or not. BTW the location you are in is amazing. The views are just wow!!
Really good review and camera. For all the reasons you mentioned, 2 years ago (invested in Nikon glass) I upgrade my D90 for the D7500 and could not be happier with it. For me, dslr still rocks!
Mirrorless seems to be directed to the amateur photographers or the weekend warriors most professional including myself are still using a DSLR that’s because it’s about what your eye not your face!
Would you buy a D90 or X-T3 for landscape photography? I really really like the colours of the D90 but the dynamic range sucks compared to Fuji or Nikon (if the DxOMark charts are correct).
Thanks for great story reviewing Canon´s 90D, and thanks YT for recommending me to watch you 👍 nice filming, pics and the music with it. keep it up! Greetings from Bergen, Norway
Man just came across your channel due to just buying the 90D!! I just couldn't afford/justify buying the 5D MKIV that a friend has and loves. Love getting up before the rest as well. Awesome stuff and looking forward to following along.
Thanks for this very timely and informative video. I have an aging 60D and have been struggling over the decision about whether to real move up to a 5D or wait to see where Canon will go with mirroless. The release of the 90D added another layer of complexity to my decision. After you review, I am ruling out the 90D, which sounds like a great body, but does not embody the enhancement that were driving me toward an upgrade.
I am currently infront of the same decision, but in my oppinion, the 90D is just the better package. One gets a fullsize DSLR that perfectly fits ones hands, then at least for me the button layout is way more logical and usable, and even if the AF isn't as fast as you want, you could go to liveview mode and use the same AF that an M6 II would use. I personally will get the 90D as it combines both worlds of DSLR and DSLM. Hope you can decide, it's not an easy one ;D
Thanks Adam, I have the 80D and am very happy with that, not as much Mega Pix than the 90D but is encouraging when you talk about crop sensors are great for landscape photography. Great photos too.
I'm just getting into photography and loved this video. From the real world review to the cinematography, a real pleasure to watch. Subscribed! Now to decide what to buy after mistakenly buying a bridge camera when I was none the wiser.
@@Firstmanphotography Thanks aprechiate fast response. Well I just ordered a bunch of lenses with different filter diameters. Ordering and keeping round filters would be a nightmare. But damn those are pricey...
One more question if i may... For which mid-range zoom to use, given the high resolution sensor, do you think the camera requires an especially high-quality lens? I see you list the Canon 16-35 F4 IS L, which i'm guessing is a few notches higher quality than the Canon midrange APSC zoom lens offerings. Any thoughts and advice would be welcomed. Also, "Michael the Maven" has a video that elaborates on a solution for the focusing problem you noticed trying to get birds in flight. One of your commenters (below) noted the need to turn OFF the ITR (or is it LTR). Anyway, the Maven describes that in detail. Made a very big difference for him, raising his successful hit rate to nearly 90%. Cheers, Craig C.
Hi Adam, addicted to your videos! I'm torn between the 90D and 6D MKii. Without considering lenses, which is your pick for landscape to print large/wall art? Which wins the 90D MP advantage or Full Frame of the 6Dii pixel size? I print at 300 DPI now on a PRO100. Current using a Canon SL2 (24mp crop), 50D and 20D in the past.
The 80d hasn’t stopped being a great camera. The video features are a big upgrade if that’s important to you. Stills wise you’ve got a bump on the burst rate and a few more megapixels.
@@bryanthornton6787 Yeah I just don't know about the R... seemed somewhat underwhelming for the price, not to mention the need for an adapter ring for lenses. But I agree mirrorless would be nice, notwithstanding what Adam was saying.
Great video and a refreshing camera review. I'm currently looking at getting an XT3, M6 II, A6400 or even G9. I understand the issue with the hotshoe on the M6, however I'm sure there is\will be a work around (like the A6400) and the M6 does have the advantage of Dual Pixel autofocus for photos. Is there any particular reason you'd go for the 90D over the Fuji?
I used to love tinkering and finding workarounds for problems. These days I just want stuff to work straight out the box. The custom modes C1 and C2 on the Canon are important for me to flick between video modes (eg slo Mo) quickly. The Fuji is very customisable but flicking between different sets of settings in not easy. I also find the Fuji gets uncomfortable in my hand after a while.
Great info and pictures, is there a way to address the focus issue with the bird in flight, did turning off the Intelligent Tracking solve the problem? I’m looking at this camera for bird photography and that could be a game changer. I’ve watched lots of reviews and wasn’t aware of this issue till now.
Great Video! I am trying to decide between this and a discounted 5div for all around use including wildlife. The 5d would require some new lenses, but would the quality be worth it?
Wonder what six step filter one used with the canon EOS 90D for sunset and sunrise. Had no idea these existed. Secondly, curious on the Tokina lens used. Looking at the EOS 90D since I'm using a Canon T2i and while it's old and still a good camera = just don't like the limitations on the Rebel series as to a flexibility standpoint. The Mark II M6 Mirrorless is nice, but considering the extra costs and a few issues I consider major (i.e. buying a $200 lens mount) and limited lenses = I'm leaning towards the 90D heavily.
The 90D is surely a capable and good camera, especially for wildlife. I have been shooting mostly landscapes on my old 7D, and it is a great camera, but the image quality comes nowhere close to 5DsR that I [still] use today, in any regard, even irrespectively of the resolution difference. When it comes to dynamic range, I quite agree that it is not as big a thing as many blow it up to. However the first test with the seascape doesn't do it much justice, because flare (which you got a lot of) effectively reduces the DR of the scene quite notably. Also, it was a very high-key scene, which would require pixelpeeping focus on the dark stones there to be able to examine the DR really. However, a later shot that you did with the birds showed that the highlight detail in the pole which the birds were holding, started to lose some detail in its specular highlight area. That is an indication that the DR indeed suffers. Now the side of it on which we probably agree is that since we shoot mostly landscapes, we can bracket and exposure blend, and as long the scenes are reasonably static, limited DR of a camera is merely a minor nuisance, it is not a show-stopper of any kind. I regularly do exposure blending of normal and overexposed frames to kick the noise out of my shadows. All the best!
I'm with you. I don't think DSLR vs. Mirrorless matters. Shoot with what you want. I moved from a Nikon bridge camera to Sony mirrorless right off the hop a few years ago, so it works for me. So while there are things you don't like about mirrorless that I do (EVF for example) that's all a matter of personal preference. TL/DR: Shoot what works for you.
Hi Adam , I use a 11-16 Tokina on my 7D mk2 , just wanted to say I'm very happy with the lens , which incidentally I purchased online from B&H , thanks Warren Gibson
Thanks Nigel. Glad you liked it. I always wonder if I should talk more about all the tech features. I really just want to show the camera actually being used on a real shoot though.
@@Firstmanphotography I agree with you Adam. It's best if viewers see equipment in the field. It's the only way you'll get to use it, you certainly give the best balance. Your watchable and that's the best way..
I got a 90D for BIF and I'm struggling. Not happy with the images and the focus when mounted on the 100-400Mk2. Its faster frame rate but the focusing hits are no different then my 6DMk2 on the same lens. Yes I get more reach with APSC but the 6D cleans up at higher ISOs. I'm now thinking to trade in both the 6D2 and the 90D and get a used 5DMK4.
Looking for honest feedback about this camera's auto focus for wildlife photography. I keep hearing mix results. I really want to keep with a crop sensor camera for the extra reach on my lenses, but I also don't want to give up sharp images. Can someone help? Is this camera good for Wildlife photography (birds in flight, larger animals, etc)?
Just watch both your reviews for the 90d and 6d mk2, and still can't decide which one I'd like, what would your choice be between the 2 of them, mainly be used while walking the Lake district
First Man, Hey, appreciate this video as i'm really close to buying this camera (would be an upgrade from a Canon 77D). With its very high resolution, can i ask what you'd recommend as a mid-range zoom for it? I have owned the 18-135 but thought it wasn't so great. I actually think the latest 18-55 STM IS kit lens is a bit better, but i would still like more. Do you think the EF 16-35 f4 IS would be an improvement for sharper resolution for landscapes? Thanks, Craig
I observed you talking about the Tokina focus clutch. The Tokina lens I had for my Canon 5D4 worked great until the focus clutch inside broke, it would no longer function. I sent it to Tokina and they stated it was my fault, that I somehow damaged it and would not warranty it. Needless to say that will be the last Tokina lens I ever buy.
Great review as always Adam! I'm currently shooting a 70D and do mostly landscape and milky way photography. It appears the 90 D is a good upgrade for landscape and video work. Any ideas about how it performs doing astrophotography? I'm trying to decide if I should upgrade to a 90D; Or, save up and upgrade to an EOSR with an adaptor for my EF-S lenses.
As of Fall, 2019, DSLR cameras were over 80% of the market. No doubt, this % will change rapidly in the future toward mirror-less. I still prefer a good, 100% coverage, optical viewfinder, but I don't shoot video.
Lovely video and def the best place for gannets and puffins. I currently use a canon 7d mk1 and thinking about upgrading to the 90D, I mainly do wife life photography because I teach children about nature. Is the focusing bad using big lenses? Keep up the good work.
so far, since I've received mine, I'm quiet satisfied with all its specs....one thing is annoying....the battery. I need a second one. And it will the climax of joy when I will get a sigma 300mm along with a sky watcher. Thanks for your vidz! cheers
Beautiful location , stunning videography and a great review. You did well to keep things steady with the lovely 10 stop image with the filter acting as a sail :)
That’s the beauty of being so bulky, I act as perfectly designed wind break. I’ve also got a very large head which serves as an effective sunshade. When I first became a cop they had to get a hat specially made to fit my head.......gods honest truth. I got bollocked for two weeks straight for parading with no hat!
Quick update - 24p for video on both 4K and 1080p has been added by Canon in the latest firmware update.
Hey man, very pleased to hear your thoughts about this camera and lens, great review plus amazing shots, as always!!!! So excited to see you at Flamborough Lighthouse. The coastline of East and North Yorkshrire has so much to offer, hope you do more videos out this way. : D
Nice video, I own the 90D and have experienced your issues.. The following might help when it comes to Wildlife. 1) Turn off iTR (Intelligent Tracking) 2) Use back button focusing 3) Single Point AF is more accurate than Spot 4) There's already new firmware supporting 24 fps
24 fps for NTSC and for the pal 25fps, ever after updating firmware
Just want to say thank you for this honest review! It's really refreshing to see a review where the reviewer doesn't rock down the specsheet but instead uses the camera and shares his experiences and oppinions. I don't want to watch a 10 oder 20min youtube video to get the specs, I could read them from Canons homepage in propably 1 minute.
I'm glad I found this video and even more this channel ;)
Ah thanks......what a great comment. Really pleased the intention for the video is coming through. Appreciate it.
I have shot DSLR’s and mirrorless cameras. I have had Sony, Fujifilm, Nikon and Canon.
My go to camera at this time is a Fujifilm XT3.
I had a Canon 20D, 50D , 5D2, and other Canon DSLR’s.
As I look back through my files it is my belief that the Canon 5DII gave me the most beautiful colors and some of the best prints I have ever made in my life.
I am considering ordering a 5D IV before the Canon DSLR’s disappear forever.
The files from Canon cameras were just the best and never to much post production with. Usually my editing with the Canon files took less than three minutes and colors where spot on.
I never felt like any other camera was better than what I was shooting with when I had a Canon camera!
Canon was tops in my book.
When DSLR is "Dead" I'll finally be able to get a 5D mkIV
Me too! My camera is 12 years old ... Canon EOS 5D Mark II
And it still won't take better images than your present camera.
When you're old and gray.
@@TechSavvy. I'm already old and gray ✔ ... I also think I'll be dead before DSLR too😁
haha I am waiting for this glorious day too :D. Dream camera.
Just a note, the 90D has gotten a firmware update and can do 24fps now, and technicolor offers a cinestyle log profile that you can load onto it.
I’ve had a 90D since March of 2023 and have had good results with it. Birds in flight shots have worked well with both a Tamron 18-400 and Sigma 100-400. I want to try my hand at the long exposure beach photo as shown in this video. Should be fun.
Steep learning curve for an enthusiast like me, but I wanted a camera I could grow into. It pairs well with the Sigma 18-35mm Art glass, which hangs on my camera most of the time. I’ve heard a lot of issues with soft focus, but I think its more an operator than camera issue. I absolutely love this camera.
This was a lovely video to watch. I love photographing nature. You've captured some beautiful photographs! Definitely subscribing! Thank you
I bought a 90d as a backup for my 5dsr. I mainly shoot wildlife and birds in flight, although I will try any genre. I am just back from India where I only took the 90d. About 11000 images to get through. So far I am very pleased with the quality of the images, the resolution is great to have and the colour and tonality is excellent. For birds in flight the autofocus does work ok, not so good as the more expensive Canon DSLR but still good enough. I was trying an Olympus em1 mk ii before the 90d (lightweight travel kit). There is no comparison really as the 90d image quality is streets ahead, and not only lowlight. The autofocus on the 90d is also better in my opinion. I am very pleased with the camera, the new sensor is doing a great job. The one negative is that the body is less robust than I would like, no issues apart from it’s picked up a few marks. To be expected really. I pair it with the canon 100-400 mk ii and 16-35 f4.
Nice. Did I read that right though.....11,000?
First Man Photography err yes! Wildlife at 10 FPS...Wish I was a landscaper, click and one image only!
Wow. I wouldn’t know where to start. Good luck.
Finally some one who can actually give a great review on the Canon 90d, cheers mate, music in the background too was perfect. Hate it when people add banging background music, its so annoying.
I have the 90D and had the Tokina 11 - 16 and sold it a few years ago and im thinking about getting it again. I gotta say you earned a subscriber because of how easy you explain the things and also you are a cool guy!
I've been using the Canon 90D with a Sigma 17-50mm and Tamron 70-300mm for a little over a year now. I love this setup and haven't run into a need for anything else.
You still using this set up? I am debating on jumping to a 90D from a T7i. I also use the Sigma 17-50 2.8, what a great lens!
@@dalstarvisuals1385 I actually gave up on photography. It was just too expensive for me to keep doing it. However, I would recommend that you just continue using what you have now. You won't notice much difference. If you are really in the market for an upgrade, perhaps consider going for something like the R.
@@dalstarvisuals1385 If you don't have a lot of glass, save the money for a full frame camera, this 90D looks great on sheets but whack on the field, especially with older third party lenses. Also there is a problem with this many megapixels crammed onto a small sensor will require some good glass and canon went out their way to make it unusable with old sigma DX DG lenses. I could go on and on about the limitations. But to cut it short it's a do all camera for hobbyists, and yes I'm a pixel peeper.
Really enjoyed this review. Lovely location and photos/video. Great that you're in the UK, rather than all the US reviewers. Have subscribed.
Hi. Thanks for the comment and I really appreciate you subscribing.
God you see someone doing a review taking real footage and then showing the image, instead of just doing like many do and talk about settings.
A great presentation keep it up.
What a beautiful place
I really enjoyed this video man and also the camera
Keep up the good work
Great review Adam and impressed with the images. Your enthusiasm is infectious, enjoying every video. Thank you.
Thanks John. Much appreciated.
I journeyed through the xxD series from 20 to 80D, and sadly had to upgrade when taking an identical picture to your last one and slipped on the rocks. Only the tiniest splash of the camera but enough salt water to damage the internals during overnight shipping to repair. I waited a long time in the hope the 90d would arrive (Jan 2019) but in the end went for the R. A wonderful camera in many ways (if you ignore the negativity and Canon bashing online). Great video and enthusiasm.
Ouch. Salt Water is definitely a killer, sorry to hear about that. The R is great camera and those new RF lenses seem to be amongst the best ever made. I'm looking forward to trying them out at some point.
Tnx for trying it out the 90D, I 've been using the 7DII for wildlife for a few years now and I've been thinking about the 90D but from what I've seen (in various reviews and not just yours) it doesn't seem much of an upgrade for stills. I do appreciate the more MPs but for me AF and low light performance are the main reasons for the upgrade. So I hope since you are keeping it maybe in future videos you explore these more. I'm still trying to figure out for example if the 90D dynamic range has the same curve as the 7DII one (for the record I also have a 6D FF body which I also plan to upgrade so I'm not desperate nor it is a foregone conclusion as to which of my two bodies I upgrade first). Who knows maybe Canon graces us with a 7D III or its mirrorless equivalent.
I just wanna live at this location for ever ... Scandinavic places are my dream...Such a peace from the jungle
Bang on adam I have the 90D be good to see more of it on your channel 👍🏼
Ha thanks. I want it. I’ll have to see if I can afford to pay to keep it first though.
Nice to see you back making real photography videos again Adam. Totally enjoyed that. Thank you.
the shots from the drone are unbeatable
Pretty nice shots there!!
I’ve been trying indecisive about buy this camera for my very first camera but you convinced me thank you
Hi Adam. From what I have heard you need to turn off the ITR option in the autofocus settings. This vastly improves the tracking abilities
Itr?
@@slimchancejw yes the "intelligent tracking" which is actually rubbish 😂
Helpful, thanks.
Absolutely love the 90D ive had it a few months now, it took me a while to get used to it but after that WOW, i did have some issues understanding the autofocus but i found out through the guys at Canon live online chat all i needed to know!
Hey Adam,
Thanks for the review. Appreciate it.
While you touched on Mirrorless vs DSLR, I got my two cents because I am in the Mirrorless-camp:
1) Weight: It's not the weight of the camera itself. But the GLASS. Save 200g here, save 100g there. It adds up quickly. Same goes for the size of the equipment. DSLR-Glass is generally bigger and bulkier - even if it's the same Sensor-Size. A friend of mine sports some Canon DSLR. He carries 4 lenses in a full backpack that is stuffed and really heavy. I have my nearly same four lenses (a slight difference in focal length) in my messenger bag. For you it doesn't matter because you go on a hike with a backpack anyways. But I would not want to daily drive a DSLR and neither does my friend. I carry my Mirrorless Sony everywhere I go.
2) Size: Mirrorless cameras are generally speaking smaller than their DSLR-Counterparts. Goes the same route like weight. It's smaller than their exact counterparts in the same format (APS-C vs APS-C / FF vs FF). It's more compact and you can drop it in a messenger bag or if you are fine with a compact kit lens, drop it into your backpack / handbag.
3) Weather sealing: Generally speaking, Mirrorless cameras are often (Exceptions are there!) not as weather sealed as their DSLR-counterparts. If you need to be two weeks on a safari or in the desert, I would probably prefer a DSLR because they often come with fully weather-sealed glass and bodies. Mirrorless cameras are catching up but because the "extreme professionals" don't use mirrorless that often for specific reasons, you can often see that the weather sealing is present, but not as hardcore as on a DSLR.
4) That brings us to the final point: Battery life:
The mirrorless cameras can be a battery drain - yes. I have a couple of backup batteries with me and often it's considered a counter-argument that eliminates my points 1 and 2.
The issue with mirrorless and batteries is this: A DSLR-camera only activates the sensor when in Live-View or when the mirror flips up. The Mirrorless ALWAYS activates the sensor. You can save on battery by turning off the live-view. But the sensor is still powered. And this kills their usability for the extreme professionals like people that camp in the mountains for days to see a single lion or whatnot. You can leave your DSLR powered on for a day without killing it. The mirrorless is dead after a couple of hours - even if the live-view is off and energy-save option is on.
This is a drawback for sure. For daily use or for landscaping, animal photography or anything else it's irrelevant because you always can pop a new battery. But if you must have that extreme condition where you cannot shutdown your camera or swap a battery, a DSLR will keep on working for longer. Not for more images, but be "ready to click".
I am not bashing your review or opinion on Mirrorless vs DSLR. I just added my points to it because on PhotoNerds or here you sometimes touched on it and this here is the only platform I could communicate these toughts to you.
Keep up the great work and never stop to inspire me to go out and do more. Thank you!
I’m about to buy a Cannon 90D, this was a Great review and great photos!! Just subscribed!
Thanks Hector. Really appreciate it.
New Tokina? Nice!
I love my "old" Tokina 11-16mm lens.
I have been using just one focus point for years now. And I get my shot most of the time.
Great video! The 90D is one of the top options on my list to choose from at the moment as far as obtaining a "new/old" camera from the second hand market, as opposed to buying a 250D brand new, do you have anything to share on this matter or am I looking in the right direction in the second hand market? I'm particularly into videography and content creation but an avid taker of photos,. Once again, great video loaded with lots of information, thanks!
This really proves that in hands of a professional photographer everything is possible
Hi thanks for all that you do, my question now is that it has been a while scene the video, do you still this think that this camera is not to good for shooting wildlife?
I have to agree with you on the viewfinder tracking with regards to wildlife photography. I had 700D and 6D and yeah they were not great, always used centre point, but I basically got 70% of the shots actually in focus. The main issue I have with the 90D with birds is that even at f/8 the group focus isn't snappy or accurate and doesn't have the red square light up when I half press so feel very uncertain if I should take the shot as the red square I've been used to gives me a little reassurance. But it's also easy to blame the camera immediately, I know it worked great for my trip to see the seals in Norfolk, but most of those where taken using live view as it avoids discrepancies of the lens not matching micro af correctly. Just think I need a bit more practise.
I'd like to know what you would choose between 90D and xt4?
Hey man, just wanted to say thanks for this video! I've been scouring the internet for the last week to decide what camera to buy, had my eyes on the 90D for a while and this video was what I needed to make the decision. I found your review style very refreshing compared to everything else I've seen, just getting out in nature (which is what I plan on doing) and getting hands on with the equipment, rather than obsessing about lab tests and numbers too much. Very inspiring and really beautiful shots, I'm super stoked to get started.
Thank you.
The most significant benefit I can think of for mirrorless is for video in that you're able to capture video through the viewfinder and that helps a lot with stabilizing it against one's head. But I do mostly still photography, so, I'm very content with my Nikon DSLR and its lenses and won't be switching to mirrorless anytime soon. I often carry a Sony RX10iv in my bag specifically for VIDEO. It's good enough for my wildlife video needs. That sony covers all the focal lengths I could need AND is lighter than a dedicated wildlife zoom lens. It's not too bad at stills either!
Your video review is really good and honest. Exactly what a normal person needs to make their decision whether to get this camera or not. BTW the location you are in is amazing. The views are just wow!!
I just bought a 90D with a RODE microphone with pop filter. I'm excited to use it, I do cosplay photography at conventions for Cosplay Magazine.
I am saving up for a 90D. I currently use a M50 and hate it and as a result I am not going out anywhere near as often as I used to.
Canon or Nikon? I am struggling to choose between the 90d and the Nikon D7500?
Enjoyed this Adam, great review, great images and a fantastic location 👍👍
Thanks Paul. I was also very grateful for the colourful sunrise and sunset in the same day. You can’t buy that luck.
great video! looking to buy a 90D soon hopefully....really curious though, what is the the filter system you're using please?
Really good review and camera. For all the reasons you mentioned, 2 years ago (invested in Nikon glass) I upgrade my D90 for the D7500 and could not be happier with it. For me, dslr still rocks!
Mirrorless seems to be directed to the amateur photographers or the weekend warriors most professional including myself are still using a DSLR that’s because it’s about what your eye not your face!
Would you buy a D90 or X-T3 for landscape photography? I really really like the colours of the D90 but the dynamic range sucks compared to Fuji or Nikon (if the DxOMark charts are correct).
Thanks for great story reviewing Canon´s 90D, and thanks YT for recommending me to watch you 👍 nice filming, pics and the music with it. keep it up! Greetings from Bergen, Norway
Man just came across your channel due to just buying the 90D!! I just couldn't afford/justify buying the 5D MKIV that a friend has and loves. Love getting up before the rest as well. Awesome stuff and looking forward to following along.
Can't wait to get my 90d
Thanks for this very timely and informative video. I have an aging 60D and have been struggling over the decision about whether to real move up to a 5D or wait to see where Canon will go with mirroless. The release of the 90D added another layer of complexity to my decision. After you review, I am ruling out the 90D, which sounds like a great body, but does not embody the enhancement that were driving me toward an upgrade.
Fantastic Review Adam. Thanks for sharing man.
Thanks dude.
Your knowledge, delivery, and passion for photography come through SO WELL. You're a pleasure to listen to! Cheers. Subbed.
Omg I also have the 70-200 f4 lens. It's totally a masterpiece! Great video btw
I’m wanting to upgrade my m100 to either the m6ii or this 90d, really can’t decide which route I want to go.
I am currently infront of the same decision, but in my oppinion, the 90D is just the better package. One gets a fullsize DSLR that perfectly fits ones hands, then at least for me the button layout is way more logical and usable, and even if the AF isn't as fast as you want, you could go to liveview mode and use the same AF that an M6 II would use.
I personally will get the 90D as it combines both worlds of DSLR and DSLM.
Hope you can decide, it's not an easy one ;D
I use a 60D and love it. And it serves me well. I am not a pro but for what I do it is great. Love your videos. Thanks
Thanks Adam, I have the 80D and am very happy with that, not as much Mega Pix than the 90D but is encouraging when you talk about crop sensors are great for landscape photography. Great photos too.
I'm just getting into photography and loved this video. From the real world review to the cinematography, a real pleasure to watch. Subscribed! Now to decide what to buy after mistakenly buying a bridge camera when I was none the wiser.
From all the gear listed I am missing your lens filters set up. Looks superb. Do you mind sharing where we can buy those?
They are the Polar Pro Summit filters.
@@Firstmanphotography Thanks aprechiate fast response. Well I just ordered a bunch of lenses with different filter diameters. Ordering and keeping round filters would be a nightmare. But damn those are pricey...
One more question if i may... For which mid-range zoom to use, given the high resolution sensor, do you think the camera requires an especially high-quality lens? I see you list the Canon 16-35 F4 IS L, which i'm guessing is a few notches higher quality than the Canon midrange APSC zoom lens offerings. Any thoughts and advice would be welcomed.
Also, "Michael the Maven" has a video that elaborates on a solution for the focusing problem you noticed trying to get birds in flight. One of your commenters (below) noted the need to turn OFF the ITR (or is it LTR). Anyway, the Maven describes that in detail. Made a very big difference for him, raising his successful hit rate to nearly 90%. Cheers, Craig C.
Absolutely Love your Videos! You gained a new subscriber im very excited to watch all the older Videos!! Thanks For the good content
Awesome comment. Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it.
Hi Adam, addicted to your videos! I'm torn between the 90D and 6D MKii. Without considering lenses, which is your pick for landscape to print large/wall art? Which wins the 90D MP advantage or Full Frame of the 6Dii pixel size? I print at 300 DPI now on a PRO100. Current using a Canon SL2 (24mp crop), 50D and 20D in the past.
I'd avoid the 6D Mark ii at this point. Theres much better alternatives out there. I'd definitely take the 90D over it.
Another great vid! Thanks!!
I'm really wondering if it's worth updating from an 80D or just saving up for a FF..?
The 80d hasn’t stopped being a great camera. The video features are a big upgrade if that’s important to you. Stills wise you’ve got a bump on the burst rate and a few more megapixels.
@@Firstmanphotography Thanks for the input. I wish I did more video but realistically, I don't so I'll probably wait a bit!
@@Firstmanphotography Thanks Adam, I had the same question as pixlpalgue, now I wonder which lens, Canon 10-18, Canon 10-22, or this Tokina 11-16?
I have the 80D as well and there's not enough to move me to the 90D. Matter of fact, I'll likely sell the 80D and put that money toward the EOS R.
@@bryanthornton6787 Yeah I just don't know about the R... seemed somewhat underwhelming for the price, not to mention the need for an adapter ring for lenses. But I agree mirrorless would be nice, notwithstanding what Adam was saying.
Always a pleasure to watch these videos. There's no place quite like Flamborough.
Great video and a refreshing camera review. I'm currently looking at getting an XT3, M6 II, A6400 or even G9. I understand the issue with the hotshoe on the M6, however I'm sure there is\will be a work around (like the A6400) and the M6 does have the advantage of Dual Pixel autofocus for photos.
Is there any particular reason you'd go for the 90D over the Fuji?
I used to love tinkering and finding workarounds for problems. These days I just want stuff to work straight out the box.
The custom modes C1 and C2 on the Canon are important for me to flick between video modes (eg slo Mo) quickly. The Fuji is very customisable but flicking between different sets of settings in not easy. I also find the Fuji gets uncomfortable in my hand after a while.
You can use the DualPixel AF for photos on the 90D, but you need to change to Liveview (but that basically changes the 90D into a mirrorless camera)
Great info and pictures, is there a way to address the focus issue with the bird in flight, did turning off the Intelligent Tracking solve the problem? I’m looking at this camera for bird photography and that could be a game changer. I’ve watched lots of reviews and wasn’t aware of this issue till now.
Great review of the 90D. The images are looking very nice indeed. Great location too.
Enjoyed this video, I have an X-T3 but this had me wondering about an upgrade
I really enjoy your videos and passion for photography. Thanks! Cheers from Michigan!,
Hi. Great honest review. Thank you. May i ask how does the autocus system compare to the 70D? Ive used 70D. Is it worse, the same, or better?
Great Video! I am trying to decide between this and a discounted 5div for all around use including wildlife. The 5d would require some new lenses, but would the quality be worth it?
Wonder what six step filter one used with the canon EOS 90D for sunset and sunrise. Had no idea these existed. Secondly, curious on the Tokina lens used. Looking at the EOS 90D since I'm using a Canon T2i and while it's old and still a good camera = just don't like the limitations on the Rebel series as to a flexibility standpoint. The Mark II M6 Mirrorless is nice, but considering the extra costs and a few issues I consider major (i.e. buying a $200 lens mount) and limited lenses = I'm leaning towards the 90D heavily.
The 90D is surely a capable and good camera, especially for wildlife. I have been shooting mostly landscapes on my old 7D, and it is a great camera, but the image quality comes nowhere close to 5DsR that I [still] use today, in any regard, even irrespectively of the resolution difference. When it comes to dynamic range, I quite agree that it is not as big a thing as many blow it up to. However the first test with the seascape doesn't do it much justice, because flare (which you got a lot of) effectively reduces the DR of the scene quite notably. Also, it was a very high-key scene, which would require pixelpeeping focus on the dark stones there to be able to examine the DR really. However, a later shot that you did with the birds showed that the highlight detail in the pole which the birds were holding, started to lose some detail in its specular highlight area. That is an indication that the DR indeed suffers. Now the side of it on which we probably agree is that since we shoot mostly landscapes, we can bracket and exposure blend, and as long the scenes are reasonably static, limited DR of a camera is merely a minor nuisance, it is not a show-stopper of any kind. I regularly do exposure blending of normal and overexposed frames to kick the noise out of my shadows. All the best!
this is hands down the best review on youtube!'
I'm with you. I don't think DSLR vs. Mirrorless matters. Shoot with what you want. I moved from a Nikon bridge camera to Sony mirrorless right off the hop a few years ago, so it works for me. So while there are things you don't like about mirrorless that I do (EVF for example) that's all a matter of personal preference. TL/DR: Shoot what works for you.
Uh huh. I'll take my chances, thanks for your concern.
Hi Adam , I use a 11-16 Tokina on my 7D mk2 , just wanted to say I'm very happy with the lens , which incidentally I purchased online from B&H , thanks Warren Gibson
This camera, at its price point, is intriguing! Might be even good for my videos as well!
Top video Adam, beautiful location! Nice 90D as well,,,
Love that last shot Adam.
Excellent and in depth review as always. Top man..
Thanks Nigel. Glad you liked it. I always wonder if I should talk more about all the tech features. I really just want to show the camera actually being used on a real shoot though.
@@Firstmanphotography I agree with you Adam. It's best if viewers see equipment in the field. It's the only way you'll get to use it, you certainly give the best balance. Your watchable and that's the best way..
I got a 90D for BIF and I'm struggling. Not happy with the images and the focus when mounted on the 100-400Mk2. Its faster frame rate but the focusing hits are no different then my 6DMk2 on the same lens. Yes I get more reach with APSC but the 6D cleans up at higher ISOs. I'm now thinking to trade in both the 6D2 and the 90D and get a used 5DMK4.
The 5Dmk4 has never let me down and the autofocus is perfect for wildlife.
What do you think about the omd em1x for landscape? It can do pixel shift 80mp on a tripod and 50mp handheld
I haven’t been interested in Micro 4/3 in the past but have been looking seriously at them recently. I plan to test a few very soon.
@@Firstmanphotography Cool!
Love this camera but
I also wanna get the g9 lumix
Can u help me out?
Quality video mate, very informative thank you
Thanks. Very kind of you to say.
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Looking for honest feedback about this camera's auto focus for wildlife photography. I keep hearing mix results. I really want to keep with a crop sensor camera for the extra reach on my lenses, but I also don't want to give up sharp images. Can someone help? Is this camera good for Wildlife photography (birds in flight, larger animals, etc)?
cor the cost of the camera you can get 7d mark 2 I got one for a lot less I got 7d mark 2 for 450eu and its doing amazing for wildlife
Best review video 📹 of canon 90D
Just watch both your reviews for the 90d and 6d mk2, and still can't decide which one I'd like, what would your choice be between the 2 of them, mainly be used while walking the Lake district
First Man, Hey, appreciate this video as i'm really close to buying this camera (would be an upgrade from a Canon 77D). With its very high resolution, can i ask what you'd recommend as a mid-range zoom for it? I have owned the 18-135 but thought it wasn't so great. I actually think the latest 18-55 STM IS kit lens is a bit better, but i would still like more. Do you think the EF 16-35 f4 IS would be an improvement for sharper resolution for landscapes? Thanks, Craig
What kind of filtersystem Are you using here? Can't find it in your gear lists.
Great video! May I also ask what the second camera was that you used for handheld video when pointing it at yourself?
Think I used the Canon 5D Mark IV on this one.
@@Firstmanphotography Thank you, sir!
I observed you talking about the Tokina focus clutch. The Tokina lens I had for my Canon 5D4 worked great until the focus clutch inside broke, it would no longer function. I sent it to Tokina and they stated it was my fault, that I somehow damaged it and would not warranty it. Needless to say that will be the last Tokina lens I ever buy.
What camera were you using for the drone footage?
Great review as always Adam! I'm currently shooting a 70D and do mostly landscape and milky way photography. It appears the 90 D is a good upgrade for landscape and video work. Any ideas about how it performs doing astrophotography? I'm trying to decide if I should upgrade to a 90D; Or, save up and upgrade to an EOSR with an adaptor for my EF-S lenses.
If you're going to be doing astrophotography go full frame
As of Fall, 2019, DSLR cameras were over 80% of the market. No doubt, this % will change rapidly in the future toward mirror-less.
I still prefer a good, 100% coverage, optical viewfinder, but I don't shoot video.
Lovely video and def the best place for gannets and puffins. I currently use a canon 7d mk1 and thinking about upgrading to the 90D, I mainly do wife life photography because I teach children about nature. Is the focusing bad using big lenses? Keep up the good work.
HOLY JESUS, YOUR PHOTOS ARE AMAZING! :O
so far, since I've received mine, I'm quiet satisfied with all its specs....one thing is annoying....the battery. I need a second one. And it will the climax of joy when I will get a sigma 300mm along with a sky watcher. Thanks for your vidz! cheers
Beautiful location , stunning videography and a great review. You did well to keep things steady with the lovely 10 stop image with the filter acting as a sail :)
That’s the beauty of being so bulky, I act as perfectly designed wind break. I’ve also got a very large head which serves as an effective sunshade. When I first became a cop they had to get a hat specially made to fit my head.......gods honest truth. I got bollocked for two weeks straight for parading with no hat!
First Man Photography 😂😂😂. I never noticed you had a big head mate either physically or as a bloke 👍