Held an EOS R today, and...
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I really like the EOS R, far more than my 5DIV and 7DII so sold them both.
Mirrorless is the way forward for me and I find the evolved control's on the R better suited to my preferences; being able to assign different functions to the Control ring on the lens, for example. Fabulous. The R isn't just the camera, of course, but the whole new system and the new RF lenses are brilliant.
Mirrorless is the way forward for me and I find the evolved control's on the R better suited to my preferences; being able to assign different functions to the Control ring on the lens, for example. Fabulous. The R isn't just the camera, of course, but the whole new system and the new RF lenses are brilliant.
DibblyDobbler said:
I had a play with a Nikon Z6 the other day and it was fab - felt great in the hand, amazing viewfinder and focused lightning quick.
In fact I liked it so much I bought a Sony A7Rii
The Sony is an awesome bit of kit, I have often considered the A7R but given I am invested into the Canon system with many lenses and accessories, I waited for the Canon FF mirrorless to arrive and I'm not disappointed. In fact I liked it so much I bought a Sony A7Rii
I have an obsolete D6 and have looked at some more modern camera bodies but I too don't like the feel of them though I can see the obvious size and weight advantages.
I tried an EOS R and was very surprised it still made a shutter sound, guess it uses a speaker to replicate the noise (a bit like modern cars piping in engine notes).
I tried an EOS R and was very surprised it still made a shutter sound, guess it uses a speaker to replicate the noise (a bit like modern cars piping in engine notes).
untakenname said:
I have an obsolete D6 and have looked at some more modern camera bodies but I too don't like the feel of them though I can see the obvious size and weight advantages.
I tried an EOS R and was very surprised it still made a shutter sound, guess it uses a speaker to replicate the noise (a bit like modern cars piping in engine notes).
It can be silent, there is an option. I tried an EOS R and was very surprised it still made a shutter sound, guess it uses a speaker to replicate the noise (a bit like modern cars piping in engine notes).
untakenname said:
I have an obsolete D6 and have looked at some more modern camera bodies but I too don't like the feel of them though I can see the obvious size and weight advantages.
I tried an EOS R and was very surprised it still made a shutter sound, guess it uses a speaker to replicate the noise (a bit like modern cars piping in engine notes).
They're mirrorless, not shutterless I tried an EOS R and was very surprised it still made a shutter sound, guess it uses a speaker to replicate the noise (a bit like modern cars piping in engine notes).
eltawater said:
untakenname said:
I have an obsolete D6 and have looked at some more modern camera bodies but I too don't like the feel of them though I can see the obvious size and weight advantages.
I tried an EOS R and was very surprised it still made a shutter sound, guess it uses a speaker to replicate the noise (a bit like modern cars piping in engine notes).
They're mirrorless, not shutterless I tried an EOS R and was very surprised it still made a shutter sound, guess it uses a speaker to replicate the noise (a bit like modern cars piping in engine notes).
Been using my EOS R for around a month now, still getting used to finding controls on the fly but the image quality is incredible.
Tony1963 said:
In my original post I didn’t criticise image quality, just the small size.
I get that. It is small. I like the small size, I have the R but could have gone to the RP even, just as good really overall for what most need. Most cameras including entry-level produce very good images nowadays irrespective of Brand. So it really does come down to ergonomics, work-flow preferences and feature-sets. If you prefer the size of a 5DIV or D850 then, sure, the current Mirrorless cameras and entry-level DSLR's are going to feel too small.
For me, the more compact EOS R, RF35 lens, silent shutter, customisable controls and 'live-view' EVF suits me better. More discreet, lighter, almost perfect everyday use camera to me.
Yes, ergonomics are against it for me. I have rather big long fingers and the 'R' is just too small to work comfortably day after day on shoots, then walking about for personal use also.
Don't think I will part with my 5D just yet, it's ergonomics are brilliant but we all don't have skeleton hands
Don't think I will part with my 5D just yet, it's ergonomics are brilliant but we all don't have skeleton hands
Lord Marylebone said:
I do fancy upgrading to the A7III though as it supposed to be amazing.
It's quite a leap from the a7II but only really if you're going to be pushing your camera pretty hard, for day to day stuff the a7II is a pretty cost effective option now. I was using a7RIIs and buffer aside thought it was pretty much the perfect camera for me. I then tried an a7III...and replaced my a7RIIs. The battery life is at DSLR levels and the speed of operation and buffer is quicker than I've needed when shooting weddings, motorsport etc.I've had a tinker with most mirrorless options now and I wouldn't replace the a7III for anything. I think only the Fuji X-T3 comes close as a well developed all round camera. I certainly couldn't use a DSLR again, I couldn't live without an EVF or silent shutter.
The Moose said:
Funny to see this thread. Went out today to try to find one to have a play with. No one within 90 minutes has one to actually look at. Grrrr
Tempted to buy online and return, but I hate to do that.
Amazon Warehouse have a couple of EOS RPs, bit of a downgrade from the R but you could try it relatively guilt free as it's already been used and they have a solid returns policy (once returned they'll put it straight back onto Warehouse anyway). Tempted to buy online and return, but I hate to do that.
ukaskew said:
The Moose said:
Funny to see this thread. Went out today to try to find one to have a play with. No one within 90 minutes has one to actually look at. Grrrr
Tempted to buy online and return, but I hate to do that.
Amazon Warehouse have a couple of EOS RPs, bit of a downgrade from the R but you could try it relatively guilt free as it's already been used and they have a solid returns policy (once returned they'll put it straight back onto Warehouse anyway). Tempted to buy online and return, but I hate to do that.
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