mrchunko

I purchased (and returned two days later unopened) a Canon R10 24mgpxl EOS camera that I was told would be a good step
up from my Canon t5i. What are the benefits and drawbacks to this camera that retails for $1009.00? I returned it after being told I wasn’t any more ahead with the R10 than I was continuing to use my t5i. They sold it before I was out the door, so someone must like it.

Is the R10 a good buy or a disappointing dead end? Advice appreciated!

Architect1776 Loc: In my mind

The R10 is decades ahead of the time.
Better AF (Actually the best AF you can get at any price).
Tracking of kids or grandchildren is far superior.
Shoots as fast as or faster than pro cameras did just a few years ago.
Stunning video that actually maintains focus on the subject in real time and many other advantages too many to list over the things.
Why keep the t5i?
If it does all you want to do and you see it not limiting your goals or expanding creativity.
PS, the R10 will work perfectly with all your current EF series lenses no matter how old.
Just add the EF to R adapter.

mrchunko

Thank you so much! I appreciate your advice and time!

Mike

Architect1776 Loc: In my mind

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

What do you intend spending $1000 on a new camera to accomplish?

You already have an advanced digital camera in your EOS T5i. Maybe something you realized when returning that EOS R10? A mirrorless camera can do a lot. But, without the enabling IBIS technology found in even more expensive EOS mirrorless models, the R10 is just a jump to a new 24MP sensor from the 18MP of the T5i.

Charles 46277 Loc: Fulton County, KY

I was considering the exact same step (for mirrorless), but it seemed to me the R10 was especially aimed at video, which I don't do. I would rather have more MPs than more video, for a mirrorless step up.

mrchunko

Thank you!

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

You probably want to consider using <quote reply> so your replies have context.

therwol Loc: USA

Better autofocus. Better video. Lack of IBIS could be somewhat offset by using lenses with IS. Great price. But you're right. What is the OP looking for by upgrading? And by the way, waiting to upgrade a 9 year old camera means that the OP isn't exactly suffering from GAS. Everyone wants something better at some point. So here is the question for you. Assuming an upgrade is reasonable, which Canon camera(s) should be considered? Everyone knows by now that I shoot a Nikon D850. I'm clueless in the Canon department.

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

The UHH community is mostly populated with a bunch of retirees with more time and money than sense. Keeping up with this bunch of Joneses is a fool's errand. If you let the UHH community spend your money, nothing you have will ever be good enough to their standards. Digital cameras are plenty good enough now, especially anything released since the resolution standard reached 24MP across the industry. Everyone should be worrying about what they can do with their camera, not whatever newest model anyone else is bragging about.

There's no way to answer the OP's question in a useful / helpful manner without knowing what lenses they have and what issues they seek to address in a new body (any new body). An old camera is only 'old' if it can't do something you need it to do tomorrow. I feel (know) mirrorless cameras are superior technology, and still I shoot with 8-year old DSLRs, a 20-yr old film camera, and many lenses over 30yrs. Even my 'new' mirrorless is approaching 8yrs in age.

These questions about 'what to buy' are just near-daily chum to stir up a feeding (suggestion) frenzy. I'd rather at least try to help if the question was serious, and not just another nothing topic for the oldsters to cluck about all over again in the henhouse.

therwol Loc: USA

I think that the OP is serious in asking the question, even though a troll might ask a similar question to get things started in the usual bad way. So the real answer is to ask the OP what they feel their current 9 year old camera is lacking and what they're looking for. Maybe he's just curious about what's new out there. That's normal.

mrchunko

I have never believed that bigger or newer is better but it’s an improvement, but how necessary is another question. My t5i is a great camera and I use 18-135mm, 50mm, and a Sigma 24-70mm art lens, all of which work very well. But having a smaller camera body would be nice (Canon R10) but I’m sure it is no more advantage in power than the t5i. Thanks for all the advice/encouragement offered on this thread. What does “OP” mean . . “Old person,” or “Opportunistic Photographer?!”

therwol Loc: USA

"Original Poster." Sorry it isn't funny, but you can assign anything you want to it.

Depending on your needs, a more modern camera could be important or just a waste of money. Are you taking pictures of sports, birds in flight etc? If so, then the more modern autofocus and increased frame rate in bursts would be a valid consideration in the R10. If you want to shoot outstanding video, including 4K, the R10 has you covered. If you're taking vacation pictures and family photos and don't need those things, then forget it. 18 megapixels is plenty.

PHRubin Loc: Nashville TN USA

While the R10 is smaller than the T5i, I imagine that with lens (and most likely adapter), it isn't significant.

I went for the R7 for the eye tracking AF as well as what the R10 lacks, IBIS. Unfortunately, so far it is only available with the kit lens which makes it a bit more expensive.

therwol Loc: USA

I'm 70 years old and retired with some disposable income, but while I find the technological advancements in cameras to be interesting, I've bought my last camera, barring some catastrophic failure requiring a replacement. I went from film (Nikon F, Nikkormat FT3, Nikon FA and a compact Olympus) to using compact digital, (Gateway 5 MP that was stolen, Lumix 6 MP, Canon 12 MP), and then to a Nikon D810 in 2015. That was a retirement gift to myself and appropriate given that I have a bucket full of Nikon lenses) I supplemented that with a Canon G7X II for when I didn't want to lug the beast around. That should have been the end of it, but I bought a Nikon D850 last year, the only mistake I ever made. There is nothing wrong with the camera. It's a great camera, but I didn't get any real benefit over the D810 in terms of IQ and features that I don't use.

I don't think that everyone understands your sarcasm regarding having to own the latest and greatest. You're obviously satisfied with the older cameras that you use.