Is it Time to UPGRADE my Camera? And Why I still LOVE the CANON 1DX for Wildlife Photography
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Is it finally time for me to upgrade my DSLR camera, the Canon 1DX? In this video I discuss how an upgrade might help my wildlife photography. I still love the 1DX and it's taken some wonderful photos, but it won't last forever. I'm looking forward to trying out a full frame mirrorless camera soon, the Canon R6, which I'll be reviewing on this channel. Do you have a Canon 1DX and if so, what do you love about it? Let me know in the Comments below!
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My new rule is that I upgrade a generation late meaning I get a worthy upgrade at a fraction of the price of the early adopters. Plus when its merely a hobby you don't need the best gear.
Your not the first with this mentality, this has been said from many friends in my 15 years of shooting birds. I typically can't afford even that, but as of late it is something I have invested significant amount of money in and purchasing a 500mm f/4 IS and 1Dx in the past month has made a tremendous improvement over my 300mm f/2.8 IS and 1D III, 1Ds III. Thinking of getting a 1Dx III next.
I have heard that Canon and Nikon will stop dslr production with this current year in favor of mirrorless. The prices may go up if no more are made. Hard to believe they would ever stop on this format.
@@techguy9023 Luckily for me I never used a dslr so not much to get my head around. With current camera prices I will gladly ride this generation out. Crazy how some glass and a processor cost far more than actual computers!
@@techguy9023 Not sure where you heard that but right now the mirrorless system is nowhere close to being mature enough to drop DSLR's alltogether.
Canon will most certainly be producing them for the foreseeable future. At least 5 years.
Same here.... Just upgraded from film EOS Elan 7 to D6 mark i .
I am decade behind and it feels AMAZING 😍
My 13 months experience with R6+RF 100-500mm. If you looking a budget camera for wildlife photography then R6 is a perfect choice. R6 is the affordable camera for all round shooting. R6+100-500mm is a nice combo for nature photography.
Upcoming R6 mark 2 should also be a good choice.
Hi Paul, I upgraded from a 5D MK4 to an R5 and I've got to say I don't regret it at all, I have kept my EF lenses and bought the adaptor, it's light and the eye focusing when shooting animals is brilliant.
Keith of KG Photography on TH-cam suggested that the R5 is better than the R6 when using it for video FYI.
As a long term Sony shooter/fan I can say that Sony cameras are not nearly as rugged physically as this Canon 1DX camera body was designed to be. Congrats on getting your money's worth on your initial purchase!
I moved from the 1DX to the R5 as I could not wait 10 months for the R3. I am delighted with it and still use all my EF lenses with no trouble. The extra mag pixels help if you need to crop. AF is superb when you use 2/3 back buttons to focus.
Paul, you will not look back with regret! When I switched to the R5 a couple of years back, it opened up a whole world of keepers that I’d thought impossible before. After one or two sessions, going back to a DSLR was like using something out of a museum. I’ve thought for a long time that the technical information you provide on your channel is way out of date and not relevant to most modern enthusiasts. The field craft remains the same of course. 👍👍
I just upgraded to the 1dx mark II and I am really happy I did. The price has dropped significantly on Ebay and was able to pick it up for only $1275. Once I got it, I didn't pick up the mark I anymore so I let my daughter use it. For her, the mark I is an upgrade from her 5d mark II. The 1dx mark I is a great camera but the mark II just excels. Personally, I don't know if I want to buy into a new system which the R line would be. Yes you can use the ef lenses so that helps but eventually you're going to want to upgrade the lenses too. I think I'm going to stick with the DSLRs for the foreseeable future. I figure if the mark II is worthy to shoot the 2016 Olympics, it's good enough for what I do.
I sold mine a few years agor....i have 2 R6 mark II but I bought 1DX last month just to feel the pleasure again 😁😁😁
Cool , looking forward to the video after the trip. Nice one 👍🏼
I moved from a 1dxII to the R6. Best decision made. I’ve now ordered an R7 as a second camera body and for that extra reach.
Paul, I just enjoy the content and how you approach it. I shoot nikon and have done since going DSLR, I have stopped watching a few guys who were nikon shooters and are now on other systems, but it wasnt particular down to camera brads as to content. You and Espen both use different systems but both provide the content I want and you both give me ideas to try out.
Hi, I went from a 7D2 and a 5D4 to an R5. The difference is amazing. The focussing still leaves me stunned when I see it put a little box around the eye of a bird, even at a distance or in flight. My keeper rate has improved so much that I don't worry about missing a shot. The extra pixels does give me the option to crop and the IBIS really helps my shaky hands.
As a musician who has used synthesizers for decades, I would say that obsolescence is quite relative. I had one particular synthesizer that lasted me about 26 years, and when it finally gave up the ghost, it was like losing a loved one! I think this applies to any kind of hardware, really. The manufacturers may keep releasing new and improved devices, but as long as your hardware does what you need it to do, that's the important thing. Going back to a musical analogy, some players like Strats, some like Les Pauls. But, a true artist realizes that the tools are just that: Tools. The real art comes from inside.
All that said, this is a very helpful and informative video, and I appreciate your candor!
Salut Paul, j'utilise une 1DX depuis 3 ans avec une 7D mkII pour le sport et le wildlife et il n'est pas question de laisser aller mes caméras, la 1DX is fantastique.
Thank you for all the comments on this video. There were so many that I simply couldn't respond to them. But I have read every single comment here. There is a wide range of opinions ranging from "I can't believe you haven't gone mirror-less yet" to "If it ain't broke don't fix it". There are some particularly interesting thoughts as to the reasons for changing. Bottom line is it comes down to what each photographer needs the camera to do. I do agree with comments here that staying a couple of models behind is a good way to go - this way you can get good value gear but at a more affordable price. Keep an eye out for my video using the Canon R6 and RF 100-500mm lens where I share my thoughts as I photograph wild owls. Out this evening!
I am in the same boat. I own a 1Dx and a 1DxII and love them both. I am tempted to keep them for another year or two and then be able to get a used R3 or R5 at a discount once their replacements arrive. I have always stayed one or two models behind in order to save some money.
These reasons are pretty good! It's great seeing somebody upgrading so reasonably
I just pre-ordered the new R6 Mk II, I think it will check pretty much all my boxes. I've been slowly moving away from my Canon DSLR's. I agree with you, size and weight are definitely a factor when carrying camera gear. I am currently using the original EOS R, primarily for landscapes, but I decided to order the R6 II for both landscapes and wildlife. I don't really do much video, but it's nice to have the option available. Another big factor for me is the vastly improved focus system and IBIS. Good luck with your search for a new camera! Cheers!
I moved from an old 7Dmk2 to an R6. I love the eye tracking for wildlife and people. I don't miss the reach of the cropped sensor as the R6 sensor is so much better and allows me to crop in post. We mustn't forget fieldcraft ! The main reason I watch your videos is to learn about the subjects, to realise patience is often the key and get inspiration. I wish the R6 was weatherproofed I don't think it is.
You will not want to go back! The new R6ii is looking very nice. The auto focus on the canon mirrorless cameras is a dream to work with. I first went to R6 then went with the R5. Amazing cameras!
Hi Paul I remember you saying a while back that you were thinking of upgrading. I had the 1DX then the 1DX2. Loved those cameras but it was time for me to go mirrorless. If I could have afforded it I would have kept the1DX2 as well as my R5 which I’ve had now for 18 months with the RF 1-5 and 1.4x extender. It’s an amazing combo and the eye AF is amazing. Also plenty of megapixels to crop if needed. If you stick with Canon you can still use your 500f4 as well. Also I very rarely use the grip on the R5 as it’s so portable and light. You’ve got the cfexpress card slot in the R5 as well which is much faster than the sd cards in the R6. All the best Doug 😊
I have been using the 1Dx since it came out and absolutely love it. Last year I bought the R5 and haven’t touched the 1dx since!
I changed to a R6 from a 6dmk2 loved the upgrade the shutter is so much quieter looking forward to seeing what you make of the 100-500 paired with it
I have a 1dx mk1 and nothing will replace it, the thing is insane, weighs a tonne and yes carrying it around all day, you certainly know about it. Only 2 downsides, wish it had say 30 mp and yes the noise it makes, I took the 1DX out to photograph deer, my 5DS and 5DS R never bothered them, however, the 1DX soon as it fired the deer were gone! My go to racehourse camera!
Totally agree on everything!
The 1DX is the camera where it is about never missing anything. I got one recently used, and it companions nicely in my system. It will outlast me. Last camera I need. I have a 1D mk4, and Sony a7R ii, and a7 ii, and a6400. for the mirrorless side. All EF lenses for all. I am mostly about airshows, Museums, car racing, and the 1DX is the never miss. Depends where you are, and what you do. I am set for video. Panasonic AG-UX90 4K, and a Canon C100 cine camera. I am set for life. But the 1DX family is like no other. Yeah 3 pounds of commitment, it is my game changer for me. I think the RF is fine. But I wonder about its robustness. Not enough history there. Plus the EF catalog is huge. I buy used anyway so I get more, and pay less.
I'm glad these cameras work for you. Yeah, 1DX is a beast. Great camera. I love your approach to gear
Hi Paul, the R3 is a beast and rock solid but my love goes to the R5. Your 1DX will remain a nice backup. Image quality on R3 and R5 are superb. I never got closer from birds because the electronic shutter is silent. Autofocus is tack sharp and no need to calibrate lens and body. These 2 bodies will checkmark all your needs. The 100-500 lens is great, no joke!
Cheers Steve. R5, fantastic camera for sure.
By the way, the combo R5 and 100-500 is what I was looking for since day 1of my photography journey. I promised my wife that I will not change this combo anymore. This is exactly what I was looking for. No joke on this either!
The R6 is really not 'solid' enough. All boxes are checkmarked BUT it is not 'solid' enough.
£7200 buys a lots of camera and lenses if they aren't RF lenses?
The Canon R3 Paul ... everything you are use to with the 1 Dx but with an amazing performance :-))
Hi, Paul,
I use a 5D IV, and a cropped 80D, which are powerful enough to me - considering my landscape, penguins, seals, birds use...Sure thinking about upgrading sometime in the future.... For almost the same reasons as you... I still love the mechanical systems of our DSLRs...
Please, keep being a Canon man!
We're in touch here,
Best!
Hi Paul. I use a 90D and an R6, and intend keeping both for a while yet. I love the R6, I only shoot stills, the eye tracking is great and it works great in low light. It’s very light especially with my rf800 F11 which performs better than you would think. So one vote for the R6, I would also keep your 1DX if you can, handy back up maybe. Love the channel
Changing brands might gain you some followers but would likely lose some too!
As for Canon mirrorless and the RF mount controversy, I guess if you only ever use Canon glass, but I like the freedom to use third party lenses for sure.
There’s a lot to be said of having your camera control down to muscle memory, a change of brand might take some acclimatisation, but so too new models sometimes.
I’m still shooting on a 5d mkiii so way behind the curve in terms of bodies! The limiting factor is usually me, so I’m happy for now. I’d consider a crop sensor body with the EF lenses for extra reach when one pops up at the right price, given the fashion for going mirrorless currently.
I have an R6 & 7d mkii. Today I purchased a used 1dx mkii. The 1dx mkii is still a great camera.
I've been shooting with the R6 since Nov 2020 and I love it. I've had the RF 100-500 lens since mid 2021 and they are an amazing combo. The R6 has and will drop in price now that the R6II is going to be out shortly and I think you'll be getting a great deal with this upgrade. You can expect to be chewing through batteries at a much higher rate so I always keep a few on me. Just recently went to an airshow and went through 2.5 batteries (never to dead 0%, just until they no longer supported Green H+ 12fps mechanical) and shot over 11,0000 CR3 RAW files to redundant 128gb Lexar 1667x cards. I never once outran the buffer. Only downsides with the R6 is with the electronic shutter and heavy/fast panning you will get skewed distortion. Also the weirdest thing is a warp/wobble effect you get when shooting stills even on a tripod and going through the frames in Lightroom you'll see some frames are slightly distorted. Jan Wegener had a video from last year or so showing this weird effect. Otherwise, the R6 is great!
I upgraded my EOS R to 1Dx II, happy I did.
I just switched a month ago from the 90D to the R5 - I had autofcus issues straight away - I found that the control on the adapter was set to AF-ON in the R5 menu settings as well. I switched the control ring to off and now no more Autofocus issues. I have found the Color range much better, easier to post process as well. I use the 100-400 MKII Lens. My next purchase will be a prime for the R5, just have to save,save,save
really excellent video - my Canon 7dMKII is clearly outdated compared to the latest tec, but I still love it.
Also, love the pheasant run at 0:4:52!
great to see that vide, now the R6 Mark II also out, very recently!
I have 1DX as well as 5D mk 1,2 and 3, 7D, lots of film cameras. Nice big collection, I will keep them and working with them. R7 might be my bet to buy as well as Rp.
Coming from a 1DX, you're gonna love that combo! Also, you beat your gear up almost as bad as I do , lol. I loved my 1DX, then my 1DX2 and my 1DC, and I would never ever ever ever think about going back since I got my R5 and R6 and now just pre-ordered the R6 mk ii. Heck I'd even take my R7 over my old dslrs...though you might not think that after my last video 😅😂
You get more dust on your sensors.
Great to hear from you Brent! I very much enjoy your channel. Thanks for your thoughts - nice to hear you don't regret the mirrorless bodies. Hope your recent issues are sorted.
Hi Paul. As previously mentioned I have the R6 and find it a very capable camera for wildlife photography. 12 fps mechanical, 20 fps electronic (but be careful of the rolling shutter on moving objects). You already have good quality glass with your existing EF lenses and they will work fine with the EF - RF adapter on a new R6, which will also save the cost of new lenses if you change system. The animal eye recognition works very well meaning you get a much higher hit rate and therefore more usable photos. For me it would be a no brainer. As good as your 1Dx is, it's now old tech and easily surpassed by the new mirrorless with better sensors, better focusing, more forgiving at high ISOs and quite a bit lighter. It's time to upgrade my friend. Having said that, if I was buying now, I would go for the R6 MkII, a little more expensive than the R6 but in my opinion, worth it for the extras.
6:10 Who else noticed squirel behind Paul's back????
The thing I like most about my 1DX is I can do anything with it. I've shot everything from race car events to real estate. I've moved to wildlife and love how it works with my 600/f4 and 2x tele. I also use a 5DSr. I see no benefit in upgrading at this time, unless I wear the thing out. I'll admit the RF might make my shooting easier, but not necessarily better. Good luck with your evaluation.
Hi Paul, big fan of your videos on TH-cam. Re upgrading your kit. I have a Canon R6 and I live it, although it’s not perfect. That said I have only have it for ten months so still learning. If I had the money would have gone for the R5 re mp. Have fun with the R6, look forward to seeing your results. Phil AKA keepclickingphotography
Food for thought Paul 🤔I think you take amazing photos so why change! Try your loaned camera and see if you think your self if there any better, as long as you keep blogs coming sure we will all still enjoy 👌good luck.
YES !!!!!!!!
Lol!!
i am using R10 and 1DX both are great , i still love the 1 series
Do it, the R6, R5 and R3's are beasts! you won't regret it.
I have an R6 (upgrade from 80D) and absolutely love it. The animal eye focus tracking is awesome, as is it's low light capability ( both focusing wise, and high ISO usability). For me the R6 is the better (and much cheaper) option than the R5 as I only shoot stills not video. The r6 video that I have shot is good enough for me, but R5 video seems better. Buffering on the R6 is better than the R5 due to the smaller file size meaning you're less likely to miss the shot. If you stick with Canon you'll only need the c£100 EF/RF addapter for your existing lenses and won't have to change lenses making it quite 'relatively, cost effective. The newer RF lenses will give you better image stability hand held than adapted EF lenses, but from my experience using EF lenses and the adapter I can get longer shutter speeds hand held than I could with the 80D. With the new R6ii launching the R6 mki is destined to fall in price making it as close to a bargain as you ever get with Canon.
Hi Paul. I upgraded from a Nikon D600 to a Panasonic GH5. The GH5 isn't even that much newer, but it is pretty crazy how much better it is. Thanks for the video.
I really struggled with the oil splatter issue on my 1DX. I'm sure its long since "settled down" for you. They still take wonderful images. I switched to Sony largely for the 200-600 zoom and I've been very happy. Since then Canon has come out with some nice products. Still no 500mm prime from any manufacturer for mirrorless. Double check if your mark 1 500mm will fully work with a new R series mirrorless. Cheers.
paul i have just gone from the 5d mkiv to the r5 it is a brilliant camera up to 29fpm the animal eye detection is great i also bought a sigma 60-600mm to go with it
If I had the money I would upgrade my 5D mark IV to the R5...for everything you said plus the eye detection! Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
I am going from to consumer grade camera to an EOS D1X (haven't received it yet, but sounds like a beat up one). I am changing my career in my early 50s, going from a corporate office career to a creative career.
6:14 squirrel sneaking up on ya!
I have R5 and RF 100 to 500, and EF lenses with adapter. It's excellent! I am not sure you would be happy with the R6 long term but it will be a good test. R5 has better card options and resolution among other things, compare the spec, so you have loads of scope to crop. If I was you I would test an R5 and then wait for R5 mk ii which won't be far off. Also recommend Panamoz for paying less money for new.
Well I am rocking a D500 and it's a brilliant camera for wildlife. It's only draw back is the shutter noise. I know that if I have manage to get within 30ft of my subject, as soon as I hit the button it's over. So when the the mirrorless cameras are fully sorted and inside my secondhand budget I shall have one. But for now I'll stick with what I have. For you, well that is a different matter. You are a pro and you want this channel to grow so I personally think you have no choice. But and it's a big but, don't forget all us noisy DSLR folk. I am guessing there are still more of us than them. Doing real world comparisons of ML and DSLRs is definitely a way forward. Lastly I always look at this way. With my second gear which cost less than 2 grand it really doesn't matter if my images are sometimes poor, but if I had 20 grands worth of gear hanging round my neck I'd be mighty pissed off if the bag wasn't full of keepers.
I have never had the camera you have, I have the Canon 5d Mark iv. Personally, I'm a Canon fan so I am interested in seeing if the R6 would be worth upgrading to what I have. For me, my current camera does what I need it to mostly. Not as quiet as the R6 appears to be. I look forward to seeing your thoughts in the upcoming videos, as I have learned so much from you.
hi paul ive got the r5 and r7 for the extra reach i use an original ef 500mm prime and ive got the 100-500mm rf mount and ive got to say im happy , with the r5 45 mega pixels it gives you the option to really crop in with good quality , and the r7 quality i find is great as long as you have got the light . at high iso,s i find the images very soft, the R6 is a great camera but for me the R5 is the better option , good luck
If you have to need to upgrade. The demo of new cameras look good .
Thanks Paul
We’re waiting the R6 vs 1dx comparison, although the R6 is same sensor of 1dx.
Hope you go for the R6 ii
It’s similar to R6 with new specs
Best wishes
definately yes
Unlike the other comments I went from a long time Canon user (5Dmk4 and 500mm prime) to Olympus (om systems) OM-1 and 150-400mm lens.
It is so much lighter, smaller and cheaper than your proposed switch and the quality is superb (ask Espen Helland or Andy Rouse) Just keep it in mind when the time comes to commit. You wont regret it.
As a wedding, portrait & architectural photographer, I have used my 3 x 1DXs for ten years - Never had a problem with any of them, perfect in my hands, easy button layout for quick access when required. Size & weight was never a problem for me. Focussing was great, until I picked up my first R6 - although not a 1DX body, the new focusing system by far outweighs the professional 1DX body. I have made peace with the R6 not being so comfortable in my hands, even with a battery grip. If I could afford the R3, that would be my next camera -
I would agree with much of that. And yes, if i could buy the R3, that would be my camera I think!
@michaeltreephotography .. I have always shot for clients on a 5Dii (with good glass) and it served great. But since 1DX second hand now are a bargain, I am tempted to get this instead for an upcoming wedding. Being a stills' shooter ONLY, do you think there is a big enough difference in output/workflow/features between 1DX-i and 1DX-ii to justify the price hike here, or what's your take on that?
Lovely to see someone being honest about one of the reasons they are changing cameras. Might be worth you having a ring around and letting the major manufacturers know that you are changing. You could get some loaners and see if the grass is greener on the other side.
I am switching from my 7D Mk2 soon and after being very unimpressed by the R7, the horrendous cost of RF glass and no 3rd party glass, it looks like I will be leaving Canon after over 30 years. The X-H2S looks amazing (Mike Riley is a wildlife photographer who uses it on his channel) and there are numerous other options that will be as good as Canon, if not better and cheaper.
The R6 Mk2 seems to be a slight improvement but you still hit the buffer at under 2 seconds - it's just ridiculous. The R5 Mk2 (when it comes) might be the answer but the new glass is taking customers for granted.
Anyways, good luck with your choice.
Thank you for the thoughtful comments, very helpful. I totally understand your decision. I actually worked with someone with the R7 - seemed fairly decent to me but I don't think it's the camera for e. R6 mk2 - you mean buffering images in high speed, it stops..?
@@PaulMiguelPhotography Canon say you can shoot 75 shots at 40mp RAW (almost half that the X-H2S manages), then the buffer is full. The R7 is full in just under 1 second - you could use CompressedRAW and people will tell you they can't tell the difference but if it was that good, then RAW would have died. The other advantage of the X-H2S is the fact that Fuji use a stacked sensor so no rolling shutter and faster read out, coupled with the CF/SD card options. Their new 150-600 is oonly £1900 too...........
I have two still. 1 still works after 5 years of hard abuse. Cracked the top bought another the next day. That one will take any abuse I throw at it for however long. The only thing I miss somewhat is standing next to owners of quiet mirrorless but even then, when I see people shooting with 7k to 10k equipment and not even trying to get eye level with their subjects I just roll my eyes.
Hi Paul, I think you will like the R6. I have had one for about 18 months now and use it with my old 600 f4 and 100-400 lenses with an adapter. For me, the main benefits are the silent shutter capability and the EVF. Being able to see and adjust settings with my eye at the eyepiece is a game-changer. The animal eye AF is also great. It’s not as weather resistant as the 1DX, for sure, but with a suitable cover that’s not really a problem. Looking forward to seeing how you get on!
I don't think you can get 12 frames per second mechanical shutter when using the old 600 F4 can you?
@@aaronanhalt5088 possibly not, but I still consider it a great lens.
I think you're right. One of the issues with using older lenses.
I have two 1DX originals alongside newer cameras like the Canon R5, R6 and the Nikon Z9. While common sense tells me that I SHOULD just offload my DSLR gear, I can't bring myself to get rid of the 1DXs. I've even went as far as printing shipping labels on MPB for them at least twice, but still just couldn't get rid of them, haha. Wonderful old cameras!
Haha! I know that feeling...
Love my 1Dx, it's a great camera. I have been considering though mirrorless because of the ability to have perhaps better AF performance with my 500mm f/4 IS and 2X extender. Mostly in cluttered scenes in low light it can hunt with it having such a long focus throw it can take AGES to defocus and refocus. The R5 or R6 does not do this and would TREMENDOUS boon for me! And only being limited to the center focus point as well, although generally speaking when I use a 2X it is because they are far away and more than likely cropping some anyway, but not always and focus and recompose is not always ideal for birds moving quickly. I've lost plenty of shots because of this.
The other thing to consider is the R6 II, it seems to be a pretty nice camera for the money. But rolling shutter would be my main worry and I would be testing that to make sure it is acceptable. I know bodies like the 1Dx III would probably be the best of both worlds in some ways with it's ultra fast 20fps mechanical shutter in live view and 16 through the viewfinder. Or the R3 with it having a electronic shutter that nearly matches the speed of a mechanical shutter and achieves 30fps full 14bit images, vs 40fps of the R6 II but has to be set at 12bit images and this may be a consideration. My only slight quibble is the ergonomics of the R3 is it's slightly small for my large hands. But I could still live with it, the vertical grip protrudes and bumps into my pinky. But definitely smaller and lighter than a 1-series and might be the ultimate compromise since weight is a factor.
Here is a great video showing off the rolling shutter issue of many mirrorless cameras specifically related to birds. th-cam.com/video/HrT93f5yq9E/w-d-xo.html
As a side note definitely enjoy watching your vids a lot! Keep it up.
Ah Paul to be or not to be that is the question or in your case to do or not to do, I could be wrong but your already thinking about it so you will probably upgrade which is not a bad thing at all and if you can afford it then go for it.
Hi Paul, I'm now using a Nikon Z6II (24MP) and Z7II (45MP). I thought I would use the Z6II just as a back up camera. . . but I think I use it more than the Z7II. If I don't need to crop, the Z6II delivers beautiful smooth rendering. The Z7II is 'crunchy sharp'. . . but I love the tonality of the 24MP camera. 45MP is a little over-rated IMHO, but useful when I need to crop.
I was shooting with the 1DX2 and 5dsr and was so happy with them for my wildlife shooting but after seeing the animal eye AF performance I picked up an R5 and it replaced my two DSLR’s. I then added an R6 and it’s just as good as the R5. I do miss the build of the 1DX2 and the battery, the R5 and 6 are good with the battery grip but the joystick in the vertical orientation is difficult to use.
It’s a great time to get an R6 with the R6 II just being announced or get the II for a little more resolution. I would like to try out Olympus and the 100-450 F4.5 with built in TC but that lens seems impossible to get right now.
The Canon R6 uses Canon C-RAW file, wich would make a smaller files size with out compromising picture Quality and a faster frame rate.Eric
of the 3 main R FF cameras i've thought the R3 might be pretty interesting as a wildlife camera with its BSI sensor but alas the size of it would only ever be best suited to the bigger wildlife lenses as i really make alot of use from the smaller bodies, hence why i'm sticking to the M50 for now, and for me thats the problem, i need a small camera so i'll always be keeping the M50 but when it comes to the 150-600mm lens its the first one that really doesn't matter on the size of the body as all my other lenses including the 100-400mm still fit in the compact size
so for me it will be a second body just for wildlife as there are no compact cameras now in canon, when i say compact i'm including the size of the lenses to, yep, very happy to use the efm lenses, make for great small carries.
At the time of posting your vid here i doubt you had time to include a mention of the R6 mkII, if you do decide the R6 is good for you then the mkII does have some upgrades to the electronic shutter
think i'll wait a while to see if canon will put a bsi sensor into one of thier R-crop cameras, maybe an R2? as i doubt the R7 mkII will get one, that would make it a much more tempting offering, with the lack of sigma RF telephoto lenses scripted for the RF system its going to have to be the 100-500mm RF lens with an RF body purchase which is going to add an extra grand ot two to the body price, but then the 100-500mm is a pretty good lens.
best thing with a smaller body, more room in the bag for the 100x extender packet of bird seed
You got the best camera in the world you dont need a new one ✌️
I used to have a couple of 1DXs and loved them. I went mirrorless a few years ago for the same reasons as your thinking about.if you want a seamless and stress free transition I go for the 6D Mkii or the R3 if the budget allows Sadly the 1dx is a £200 paperweight these days even though they were worth there weight in gold in there day
It's crazy - the DX original price was over $6000. Lol!!
@@PaulMiguelPhotography i know i bought 2 brand new. You can pick up a mkii with30k actuation for £1200 & I've seen mkiii for as little as £2600. Mirorless has killed the resale value of the high end DSLR.
@@PaulMiguelPhotography Canon now nail you on the lenses instead of the cameras. Lure you in with cheapish cameras, and once you're in, you're in.
Hi Paul,
Like you, I still shoot with a 1DX. And also like you, it is the generation I version. I do mainly wildlife stuff in some pretty unforgiving places with some portrait and landscape sprinkled in here and there for fun. I do plan on upgrading one day, but I can already tell you it will be to another DSLR. The 1DX Mk III has silent shooting in live view mode, and that's about all I'm missing, personally. For me, staring through the EVF of the mirrorless options I have used for hours in a day, has caused me some eye fatigue that at sometimes had me dreading picking it up again on a drive. I just can't have that. Perhaps something to get used to? I think I gave enough of a chance, and it's just not for me. That and mirrorless camera battery performance differences, which is something else to get used to. Yeah the weight of the 1 series can be quite obvious at times, but that IS something I've gotten used to. If there were features of a mirrorless body that would solve some persistant problem with getting results from my 1DX, I would have to deal with the fatigue thing, and make the switch. For me, the 1DX just doesn't fail. So I will maintain our partnership for the foreseeable future. The reasons you listed are quite reasonable, just not mine. Good luck in your decision. I'll be watching!
Well first of all, i'm not a serious wildlife photographer, for my it's mostly portraits, but i like to walk around in the polder/forrest when i'm off, i always used a Canon 1DX until july last year, then i went to mirroless, the EOS R, not really a wildlife camera, but very good for portraits, but i could not get used to it, it was to light and small wihen using a bigger lens, i tried a battery grip and that was better, but i missed the layout of the 1D X, so last week i sold the EOS R and bought a second hand Canon 1D X Mark II, and i'm happy again, very good for portraits and even better for the wildlife with the "newer" AF. I think you will like the EOS R6, it's a very good camera, but i think you will also miss the ruffness of the 1D X in the field, oh and by the way, there's a new R6 Mark II available... good luck ! 🍻
Hi Paul, the new R6 mark II will be released soon, so you perhaps might score a great deal on an original Canon R6. Best thing about it is that you can easily adapt EF lenses to it.
R6 mark ii does not allow ef lenses to work but r6 !
Can def recommend mirrorless body with the silent shutter I shoot a r6 and normally shoot mechanical which has a little noise nothing like a mirror flapping in a dslr but even at that I’ve seen the wildlife get spooked So switched it to electronic and utter silence the only problem is the rolling shutter which can ruin the image check out duade Paton latest video showing the rolling shutter and also the chart showing the worse bodies with the slowest sensor
I was looking at a R7 but that sensor is loads slower than the r6 so that’s going to be even worse so a real eye opener good luck on your next set up 👍👍
Yes it is time to upgrade, to 1DX Mark III :) The only alternative is R3. The R5 simply isn't worth. For youtube videos your mobile phone will do the job to be honest. R6 may be a bargain now that the junk R6MarkII is out. But don't change the lenses, EF lenses are better than RF in many cases outside size/weight issues. I did the mistake of changing EF 100-400M2 to 100-500, not worth the £3K! There is the Nikon Z9 option as well, where you can save a lot of £££ by buying the PF lenses, where 800mm 6.3 PF is in the region of 6K, not 16K, and a 500mm f5.6 is £3K! A Nikon 200-600mm zoom is also in the pipeline.
It sounds like you’re very attached to your 1DX so I think it’s worth remembering that it’s just a tool and try not to get sentimental about it. However, I agree that you need a good reason to upgrade so I’ll be interested to see how you get on with the R6 and how my friend Alison gets on with her new R5. I might look for a second hand R5 next year if both of you give positive feedback. I love the squirrel photobombing your video at 6:11 and try not to forget your number twos, they are important.
Hi Paul I'm still using my 1DX's I have two, absolutely love them, have toyed with buying a Mirror less body manly for photographing the Grandkids, the Eye auto focus does appeal, my worry is that if it's a game changer it will make the rest of my gear redundant and I can't afford more than one new camera, and you don't miss what you haven't had?
I shoot Nikon & without coming across as too biased feel they are knocking it out of the park at the moment especially for wildlife & sports shooters.
The Z9 at the moment is the body every wildlife shooter wants, the lenses are just as impressive, 400mm, 400mm f/2.8 with built in TC, 800mm f/6.3 & last but not least the 600mm f/4 with built in TC which was announced a couple of days ago.
Canon have some unbelievable bodies & lenses on offer at the moment, but for me it’s a no brainer, switch to Nikon & get on that ‘Z’ train! 🤔🤔
The Z9 is quite capable, but on "without coming across as too biased" you failed🙂
@@daran0815 😂😂😂😂really?
I’m just talking about what’s happening now & if I were to have to make a decision based on what equipment each of the big companies has available for wildlife shooters on the market at the moment, the one that stands out is Nikon, surely.
I think Nikon has been lagging behind it’s competitors for a number of years to be honest but feel they just haven’t caught up but have now overtaken the likes of Canon, Sony etc in the wildlife & sports genre.
‘Without sounding too biased”:) 👍
@@SuperFucdat The selection of new long tele lenses is certainly impressive. But all direct comparisons for fast BIF that I found have shown the Z9 AF to still be somewhat inferior vs R3 or A1. I'm not sure how much of that is the camera, the AF motor speed or in some cases maybe also the person behind the camera. But either way to me that does not sound like "overtaking".
"it's only 18 mp" really, those 18mp are better than any sony 60mp and you know it, so keep the 1dx, even if it's just for the occasional outing. Before you pull the trigger just check out Mike Lane and Roger Hance on TH-cam.
i am waiting for R1
After watching this video i have to say that i don't agree with myself from your photo asking about this. I would try something like R5 just to see how it works with the lenses you already have. I know that when i switched my 5dmk4 to eos R i was really happy how good the auto focus was on my old lenses, and even my Sigma 50mm art was nailing the focus every time i used it. The thing i loved the most was that you could move the focus point with your thump all while have your eye on the view finder. Hope you find gear that makes things right and easier for you. Cheers!
If you can get a used R6 for a good price, I'd go that route... otherwise the R6 mk2 has much faster readout speeds in electronic shutter mode and 40fps. I have the R6 mk1 and rarely shoot electronic due to the "jello" effect, but the shutter is very quiet compared to my old 1D Mk4!
Definitely test your EF glass adapted on the R6 - there are currently no videos I have seen that test the 500 f/4 mk1 adapted to RF.
That was very helpful, thank you John. The jello effect - you mean distortion?
When you say much faster read out speeds.................. Canon say that the buffer fills after 75 shots of RAW @ 40fps. That's not much better than the Mk1, and ok but not great.
@@doghouseriley4732 I'm referring to rolling shutter and not buffer and card write speeds. I've never held the shutter button down that long for it to be an issue, but the mk1 only shot 20 fps max so not a 1:1 comparison.
@@PaulMiguelPhotography Not sure where my original reply went - but yes, I mean rolling shutter distortion. You can notice it on consecutive shots in electronic mode, small movements will produce wobble in the image...The R6 read out speed is much slower than the R5 according to tests on the CineD site (about half the speed). After first noticing it, I decided to just stick to mechanical shutter.
You should consider R5 because of the file size and usable 1.6 cropping factor. I used to have 7D and upgrade to R6 which gives just over 10 M file size with 1.6 crop to get the same angle of view as the 7D did. So, when You doing nauter and birdphotograhpy You should absolutely choose at least R5.
I was looking to up grade my 7D, I did a test drive of the 1DX mk3 and R5. I not keen on flip screens, but could just flip it back when in my back. The screen drove me mad, has it kept turning on when my eye came off the view finder, I asked different people how to keep it turned off until I press a button, my answer was just flip the screen around. The R5 was packed up before my hire ended and I went with the 1DX mk3
Might as well get the R3 or the R6 Mark II
hi you wont regret using the r6 its a mini dx mk2 with night and day tracking. get the battery grip.
You're facing more than a camera body switch. You'll have to look at total systems; Canon and Sony for sure, but I would worry a little about Nikon's long-term outlook. I do think you should plan a total system replacement, including all lenses, and even your vlogging/backup camera. I don't think the R6 is going to be the workhorse to replace the 1Dx. You'll like the Rf100-500. I think you should look at the R3 and the A1 for workhorse and the R7 or something from Sony as their mates. Of course, you can wait like the rest of us for the R1 and buy a used 1Dxiii if yours dies in the meantime. Have fun!
Oh, and the machine gun impressions of the 1Dx shutter scares the shit out of me so god knows what it does for the wildlife 😂😂
Hi Paul, great video as always. You and a fellow named Duade Paton from Australia are favourite bird photographers. May I suggest you check out his channel. He recently did some great gear vids about moving to mirrorless and is also a Canon user. I recently switched to an R6 and really do enjoy it. In my case I don’t get out much so my field techniques, in a word, suck. The eye detect AF means I can compensate for lousy technique with a better AF which suggests, in your hands, the results will be nothing short of phenomenal! Thanks again for sharing your insights and experiences here!
The only upgrade reason Id ignore is the size/weight one. Not because it isnt important, but because with wildlife photography I find most of the weight/size is in the lens. My Canon R is lovely for short prime work but no noticable improvement over my old DSLRs with longer lenses. I do think the R5 or R6 would be great for wildlife with their bird eye focus AF. My only query would be if either of them are as well weather ealed as your DLSR? P.S even my eos R works so well with EF lenses that you would have no need to immediately upgrade your lenses. Best of luck with your decision making!
You must also try the "Olympus" OM1. I switched from FF (Nikon) to MFT....in terms of weight and price the system can`t be beat.
R6 brilliant don't forget Mark 2
suggest the R5 or get the stacked sensor...
Honestly, if you got to here with your camera. I would recommend to keep it and wait.
Canon is on a critical point at the moment.
They did a lot of wrong management decision.
So anything can happen.
If you want to stick with Canon, who know, maybe the R1 and the R5 Mark II and the prices of older equipment which can‘t stand Nikon or Sony, will fall drastically in price.
Yes, the R1. But that might be years.
And now theres the R6 II.
A question if I may? How do you select all the 61 focus points please? tried everything on mine and seems to not do it as when you review the images taken, it only highlights one focus point which is the centre one. Cheers!
It might not show all focus points in playback. When shooting - to get all focus points, it should be M-Fn button - this should cycle through different focus point options.
@@PaulMiguelPhotography Thank you will give that a try, all the best.