rydabyk Loc: Florida Panhandle

So I'm really considering getting this camera as a step up from my 6D and 6D Mark II. I've read a lot and watched a ton of Youtube regarding this camera. Looking for some CC from this group if possible. By the way, I'm not really interested in another brand since I already have some excellent Canon glass plus, I just like Canon.

Smudgey Loc: Ohio, Calif, Now Arizona

I just bought one, but haven't had a chance to use it yet.I agree with you about Canon. Canon has never let me down, and the L glass lenses are excellent. I think you will be fine.

robertjerl Loc: Corona, California

Don't forget you will need one of the adapters to use your EF lenses on the RF mount. The three, made by Canon (3rd party are appearing) are $99, $199 and $399 depending on which you get.

If you get it let us know how all those AF points do on small subjects like butterflies and dragon flies in air.

PeterBergh

A slight amplification: the $99 adapter is available now. For several weeks, B&H have said that the $199 adapter (the one with a control ring) has an expected delivery time of 7 to 14 days. The $299 and $399 adapters (actually, the same adapter but with different filter inserts) are not expected until February 2019.

Bill_de Loc: US

As a recent purchaser of a Nikon Z6 I believe in staying with a brand you know. At the end of the day there are pluses and minuses to each, and always will be. Tthey will all take great pictures in the hands of someone who can use them.

I really like the idea of the drop in filters in the adapter. Somebody at Canon was thinking!

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tdekany Loc: Oregon

If you can, do handle it. Nothing beats first hand experience. But I’ll guess that you will like the way it feels in your hand. GL!

lmTrying Loc: WV Northern Panhandle

Type in "EOS R" in the Search. In one of the threads you should find a link to a review by Ken Rockwell. I know, take it with a grain of salt. But he had a lot of nice things to say about it after having put it through it's paces. It sure sounds interesting and desirable. If it's within your budget, go for it.

rydabyk Loc: Florida Panhandle

Thanks! I know some people hate Ken Rockwell while others love him, I kinda like him and I've read his review along with a bunch of others a few times, plus, a lot of youtube reviews. It seems like the major drawback is the video performance which is of absolutely zero interest to me as I don't do video at all. I pulled the trigger and ordered one yesterday

tjkraemer1 Loc: Maryland

I just returned from a 10 day Florida vacation where I used the EOS R for the first time exclusively. (took my 7D MK2 but it stayed in my bag ). I Have to say the camera is nothing short of amazing. I know the camera got mixed reviews but I'm here to tell you that this camera is a joy to use. There was a bit of a learning curve but in a few days I was feeling comfortable with the controls and operation of the camera. I bought the body w/adjustable control ring and used them with both FF and crop lens and was pleased with the results from both.(Canon 70-200mm f/2.8L IS EF II USM & Sigma 17-55mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM lens). I'm looking forward to picking up the RF 24-105 when it becomes available. The attached photo was taken handheld, 1/4 sec. ISO 40,000, F 4 with the sigma 17-55 lens. I know its not a great photo but considering it was pitch black (and I had to spot the location with a night scope at Animal Kingdom) I was pretty impressed. I'm gonna close by saying please don't judge a camera or any camera equipment for that matter without getting it in your hands and trying it out first. I'm excited to add this camera to my bag and look forward exploring it to its full potential.

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rydabyk Loc: Florida Panhandle

Thank You!

out4life2016 Loc: Bellingham, Washington

I havnt really wanted to jump to the Mirrorless world just yet however a buddy of mine has and with that same camera. He says its a great camera however he is having some focusing issues when using some of his larger Tamron lenses. Havnt had the chance to talk with him in a few weeks to see if he has worked them out but it may be worth looking into.

rydabyk Loc: Florida Panhandle

Thanks for the input, however, at this time I only own Canon lenses and that was one huge reason that I'm staying with the Canon mirrorless vs any other brand.

lwerthe1mer Loc: Birmingham, Alabama

Does the camera have image stabilization?

rydabyk Loc: Florida Panhandle

No, not in camera However, that is not of concern to me either since all of my lenses except the 24-70 f/2.8 do. Plus, the majority of my photography is done on a tripod.

jeep_daddy Loc: Prescott AZ

The EOS R is a really nice camera but I'm not ready for it yet. I'll wait until the 2nd or 3rd generation of Canons FF mirrorless camera to buy.
As for your benefit, I'll give you my take on it. I got to handle this camera at Canon Learning Center in Costa Mesa a week before it's release. I got to see all the native lenses that are made for it and the EF lens adapter in action.

Pros -
- Love the number of focus points
- Has eye detection but probably not as advanced as some of the other camera maker eye detection
- Love the new larger bayonet with more contact pins for more advanced lens features
- Love the new lens ring for making changes in how your camera or lens works
- Love the advancements in the lenses for the R series camera
- Love the clarity of the EVF (view finder) bright and crisp and has many things to see in it.
- Love the touch screen
- Love that it takes UHS-II SD cards now. It's a first for Canon
- I believe Canon will bring this series of camera up and make a lot more advances soon and will make it so that you can keep using expensive EF lenses you already own

Cons -
- Does not shoot in burst mode as fast as they say because the focus tracking isn't as advanced as the DSLR's they make (I expect this will change in future models)
- Only one mem card slot (I expect this will change in future models)
- Weather resistant but on weather proof like the 5D series or 1D series (I expect this will change in future models)
- Menus for focus tracking are like the old 7D and not like the current 7D II, 5D and 1D series cameras. Why couldn't they use the Case style of focus tracking choices in this body


One other thing I might mention is that they use a 1.7x crop factor when shooting 4k video. To be honest, this doesn't bother me but it bothers a lot of other people. It does use some of the most current 4K video codecs and so forth but that crop factor is what has people in arms about this.