1DX MARK III VS 1DX MARK II | Video Test Footage + Comparison

In this video I compare the Canon 1DX Mark III vs the Canon 1DX Mark II.
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[@carlosq00]

Griffin, you are making it very difficult for me to wait for the r5.... thanks for sharing

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks Carlos! Ya it’s a great b cam to the c500 Mark ii. I’ll add you on Facebook and send you some frames from some interviews I just shot with that combo. It’s really a great combination.

[@JamesonsTravels]

awesome videos. refreshing honest, limited b roll and intro and knowledgable. I will refer to lots of people to your channel. keep it up.

[@GriffinConway]

Jamesons Travels thanks Jameson! I really appreciate that!

[@gmacintosh]

I just bought a mkiii, this was very insightful! Thank you for taking the time to make this video!

[@lukestrege502]

Always appreciate the in depth real comparisons dude! Very helpful.

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks a lot Luke!

[@medgarjerome]

This was a superb video. I am smarter because of it. You have made my purchase worth it in less than 20 minutes. Great job Griffin. Keep up the great work!

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks a lot a Medgar! Really appreciate the kind words, and I am glad you got some useful information out of it!

[@medgarjerome]

@@GriffinConway I appreciate you, man!!! You are concise and to the point. I learned instantly 2 to 3 detailed technical pieces of information regarding the Mark III camera settings, e.g., silent shutter, and Canon Log assists setting and how it does not stay in this mode during playback. I thought I was doing something wrong. I just purchased my camera last week. I am still shooting and practicing with it in order to get more and more familiar with all it has to offer.

[@GriffinConway]

That’s awesome Medgar. Glad you picked up some tips! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or anything. What type of content are you using your 1dx 3 for?

[@LADOT2012]

Griffin Conway Hi Griffin, I am currently shooting Peregrine Falcons as I gain more and more experience of the Mark III’s functionality. Ultimately, I will be using the Mark III for Podcasts, freelance work, e.g. sporting events, music videos, fashion, etc. I am also looking forward to traveling to various countries while traveling. I want to document the world as I near retirement.

[@hamidbehdad2880]

when is the R5 vs DX III coming out im waiting for it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@GriffinConway]

Working on it as we speak! Hoping to post on Monday!

[@michaeldande]

do a review 1dx iii vs r3

[@ethanswope4844]

Do you recommend getting the wft e9 transmitter for the 1dx Mark III? I know it has built in wifi. As a photojournalist, I usually just file by importing through the card instead of wifi.

[@GriffinConway]

I won’t be purchasing it but I know if you transfer a lot via WiFi it is quite a bit faster. I don’t have any personal experience with it though

[@mikewinburn]

Ethan Swope - I personally wouldn't get it...I don't need wifi transfer that desperately. However. The built in wifi works very nicely allowing you to use your phone as a controller and viewing images (and sending images to anyone from the phone once selected. ). On top of that, the blu-tooth works excellently as a remote shutter tease when wifi isn't available

[@chefadamsolowitz8322]

Great video. One of the best reviews/ comparisons I’ve seen!

[@GriffinConway]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks Adam!

[@chefadamsolowitz8322]

Griffin Conway question. What are thoughts on the r5? I preordered one and I’m honestly thinking about canceling it and just getting the mkiii

[@kuau714]

Another great video Griffin, how difficult is using the rear LCD display outdoors when shooting the MK lll? Is it viewable or do you still need to add an external display?

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks Steven! For me I always like an extra screen when shooting video because I am too tall and the screen doesn't tilt. However, I don't find the brightness to be much of a problem.

[@playboxlimited.]

Well done!! Your video was relaxing, professional and informative.

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks a lot! That's exactly what I go for in my videos!

[@KevinConwayChannel]

Great video!

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks a lot Kev!

[@natelaemmlen8337]

Griffin, killing the videos as always, also, my pocketbook.

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks Nate! I feel your pain lol

[@devinmillermedia]

Griffin, if you are using a Shogun Flame or the like and outputting to raw, you can bypass the 30 minute limit, correct? I have seen just a couple people saying so. Thank you. Great channel.

[@GriffinConway]

Hey Devin, I use the ninja v and it will output 4K 60p in 10 bit and it bypasses the record limits. However, the camera does not output raw at this time.

[@papabear7875]

What is a fair used price for 1Dx iii in 2023 market in great condition? or should I just spend the similar $ for new R5?

[@twistedmusicvideos2845]

Why didnt you use face tracking on 1dx? My 6d mark II perfectly keep the tracking.

[@MrEddieNunez]

Can I record on a Ninja V with the Mark III and leverage the raw capability?

[@GriffinConway]

Unfortunately not. It can only output 4k 10 bit 422 in clog 1. No raw output, and no clog2 output

[@MrEddieNunez]

@@GriffinConway Oh man. I just picked it up too thinking I can save money on the cards and use a ninja. Which memory card are you using and size?

[@adamkirby7965]

Great video mate. Annoying that Canon only put the original Clog in the camera. How have you found this compared to Clog2 & Clog3? When you shoot 5.5K RAW, am I right in thinking it captures in clog2? Therefore, will the 4K proxy also be in clog2?

[@GriffinConway]

Hey Adam, thanks for the kind words. I actually like the clog original a lot and have no problems with a small amount of grading getting it to match the raw footage. Of course I would have loved clog2 but I am not surprised as that has traditionally been reserved for the cinema cameras. I haven’t used the proxies while shooting raw so I can’t confirm, although my guess is it will clog original.

[@julienajarry]

Great video. I was a Prolost guy but know it never added dynamic range so this was great. Serious sell for the mark iii. Does digital IS work with dumb adapters and lenses? That’s key. And there’s focus peaking? Thanks!

[@GriffinConway]

Julien Jarry Hey Julien, thanks for checking the video out. I agree no added dynamic range. I always tend to like my images slightly less contrasty so cinestyle always made things a little easier to match the c200 without manually dialing back contrast on each clip. The focus peaking is there and it works well. I haven’t tried any dumb adapters or vintage lenses but I will test that out and let you know. I still can’t believe how well it works haha.

[@FlyingLapMedia]

I just got the 1DXMK3 too - but the RAW. What are you editing it in? Premiere won't play nice with it.

[@GriffinConway]

Try the free version of Davinci Resolve. And if you prefer to edit in premiere you can just export your clips as pro res and edit them in premiere.

[@FlyingLapMedia]

@@GriffinConway I have the regular version of Resolve I got with the BMPCC4K. I heard a rumor the latest beta version of Pr has 1DXMK3 support in it. I don't have the stones to run beta software on my regular office rig, but will be watching for it. Cheers on the great vid. Hope to run into you some time in the OC.

[@GriffinConway]

I heard it will import it but not actually edit it. I’m sure we will get it in a few months though. And definitely, hit me up if you are in the area!

[@FlyingLapMedia]

@@GriffinConway Conway x Armando three way collab. If you guys do another test let me know, I'll come blast some BTS for you guys.

[@MrNunudabeatmonster]

hey do you not sell your lut you use for this video?

[@MrNunudabeatmonster]

it looks really good even at low light

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks I don’t sell any luts right now but I will consider putting together a small lut pack in the future

[@MrNunudabeatmonster]

@@GriffinConway can you privately sell me one of your luts? if interested email me [e-mail]

[@holdmedear]

would you recommend using the Atomos Ninja V with the 1dx iii?

[@GriffinConway]

Ya it works pretty well. As with any external recorders, it is not a perfect flawless solution. Sometimes you will have a few small things that are annoying but overall I still use my ninja v a lot with the 1dx iii

[@Danny_Banany]

Hey Griffin great video! What monitor would you suggest me to buy for my 1dx mark iii so that I can use false color when I’m shooting raw. Do you think that the small hd focus 7 would work?

[@Warren_Liebmann]

Get the Ninja V, and you can get false colours and waveform, as well as record in Prores, so you are not dealing with H265 files. That is what I am doing with my 1DXIII

[@GriffinConway]

I agree with Warren, I use the atomos ninja v and it works great and also the pro res files are really nice.

[@Danny_Banany]

@@Warren_Liebmann Thanks a lot Warren!

[@Danny_Banany]

@@GriffinConway Thanks for the help man!

[@darealphantom]

Great video I was waiting for someone to do one! I've been saving up for a new camera mainly the mark III but then the R5 was announced so I'm on the fence

[@GriffinConway]

darealphantom I think you would probably love either one. I’m super happy with my 1dx Mark iii because I needed an upgrade right now and couldn’t wait an extra 6 months or so until stock is available for the r5. I feel the r5 will probably be a better value at around 3500-4000 vs the 6500 of the 1dx iii

[@darealphantom]

@@GriffinConway I'll most likely get the mark iii I know the R5 will have some type of limitations on it Canon always has to cripple their cameras in some way

[@GriffinConway]

Haha I wouldn’t be surprised

[@topnobby]

I shoot with a 1dc and a 1dx2 - I find that if you expose for the highlights on the 1dx2 you can match c-log from the 1dc by lifting the shadows in post. I wonder how close the 1dx2 and 1dx3 would be if exposing this way?

[@GriffinConway]

I’m sure you can make them match with the right exposure. I will say though, the dynamic range is quite a bit better in the 1dx iii

[@Joeywas_here]

Great video, thank you. Can you do a 1080p 60 fps comparison 1dxmkii vs mkiii? I am just curious to see the difference in quality.

[@GriffinConway]

Hey Joe! Wish I could but I have sold the 1dx Mark ii already. I can tell you the difference anecdotally though...the 1dx iii in 1080 when using 10 bit clog gives a much better image than the 1dx ii in 1080

[@Joeywas_here]

@@GriffinConway thanks for the info. What are your thoughts on the mkiii vs r5. I was leaning toward mkiii as I don't see myself needing 8k and the over heating issue as well. What do you think?

[@bmbfilmshd]

Facts bro, especially the last part about the R5!!

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks for checking the video out BMB!

[@bmbfilmshd]

@@GriffinConway love the work bro keep working!! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@GriffinConway]

Really appreciate it 🙌

[@mdbedelsohn4307]

HI!, hope you find some time to answer me, I'm a hobbyist photographer with over 20 years experience in film-shooting and recently got into digital (I know a bit late..;), I never needed fast AF so got myself a 5D II, which I love. But lately I'm getting into wedding photography with crazy dancing in almost dark (where the AF stops working, and manual focus is useless on a modern camera), Music & dance events, and some sports too. Now, I could get the MKIII for $4K or the MKII for less than $2K... So do you feel it's worth the price difference? I'm getting more into wedding and event photography with fast moving dancers and erratic moving kids. So I need fast, reliable and accurate auto-focus, good high-ISO and fast (and comfortable, since video is new to me) hybrid shooting (clients want some video these days..). RF is not an option, since I want an Optical Viewfinder and don't care lying on the floor to get the shot. So the question is, how much is the AF, ISO and IQ going to be better, and how much better and faster my workflow would be in order to justify the double price tag. Also the smart controller seems really interesting and double the battery life, but for double the price?

[@mdbedelsohn4307]

Oh, and thanks for your great video!

[@360-68]

What you can say about 1 dc? 1 dx mark ii better?

[@NaturalGallantBodybuilding]

I thought this camera had autofocus on slow motion. And I thought that it had autofocus in 60 frames per second but not face detect autofocus. I could be wrong, but that would be weird if they didn't have autofocus in full frame 60 frames. I trust you know what you're talking about, but I was wondering if I misunderstood or if the other reviews I saw were wrong about it.

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks for the comment. It does have amazing autofocus in all modes, including full frame 120p. I can confirm in full frame 60p it does not have autofocus. If you shoot in the 10 bit 422 and drop down to a 1.3 crop it will have autofocus at 4K 60p though so that is a good option

[@NaturalGallantBodybuilding]

Griffin Conway that's crazy though. Even my 5d mark 4 has autofocus and face detection in 60 frames 4K mode

[@NaturalGallantBodybuilding]

At least I think it does lol. I'll have to double check

[@GriffinConway]

Natural Gallant Bodybuilding I think you might be slightly mixed up. The 5d Mark iv doesn’t have 4K 60p. It has a really solid 1080 60p though with great autofocus. The 1dx 3 has autofocus in full frame 60p in 1080 mode just like the 5d Mark iv, but it also has a lot of other modes that are quite a big step up from that as well.

[@NaturalGallantBodybuilding]

Griffin Conway my apologies. I've worked extensively with the mark 4 but didn't use the 4K often because of the file size. I'm now on the c200 with blog format stuff done on the 5d. It is also important to note that the mark4 crops in 4K automatically. Thanks for the info and let me know if you ever want to collaborate. :)

[@Warren_Liebmann]

Great review. Have you done any testing to see the difference between ALL-I and IPB?

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks William! Yes I have done some "real world" testing. I have shot a few interviews in IPB and I have shot a lot in ALL I as well. It's not a world of difference in quality...the biggest difference is when there is a lot of motion in the scene because IPB sort of "guesses" what will be in between some of the frames to save on file size, whereas ALL i records each individual frame. So you may see some motion artifacts in IPB, however, in an interview setting with minimal motion you might not notice the difference.

[@Warren_Liebmann]

@@GriffinConway Thanks for the info. Keep the great videos rolling...

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks Warren! Also apologies for calling you William in my last comment, I think I was typing quickly and it auto corrected your name! 🤭 hope to catch you in the next one!

[@TlhOnYT]

Hey Griffin Tks for the video, no bullshit style straight to the point facts and opinion about the cameras. I wanted to know what about the DR in photo mode for both cameras? I’m assuming there’s not much of an difference there (as compared to RAW Clog 5.5k)?

[@GriffinConway]

I haven't shot enough photos to tell you and I didn't shoot a test, but I can say both seem really solid and in no way limiting for any kind of work.

[@nathdeeanandlarp5591]

Thank you so much for very detailed comparison. A question about external output through HDMI, what are the options for external output to external recorder and can you record 5.5k raw externally?

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks for checking out the video! Hdmi options are 4K up to 60p. There is now raw output through the hdmi. I believe it will output the 4K signal even when recording 5.5k raw internal as well

[@nathdeeanandlarp5591]

Griffin Conway Thank you again Griffin for helping out. Dynamic range is impressive, certainly worth the upgrade for me from 1dx ii

[@GriffinConway]

Definitely agree. That was one of the big reasons for the upgrade for me

[@joshuaberekinuthia4461]

Hey Griffin. Your reviews are very informative and very chilled out. Plus, I had to come back and say you have awesome taste in music. That Good morning Laxcity track you included at 6:15 is way too cool. Awesome work with this review. Someday 1dx Mark iii, someday.

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks so much for the kind words Joshua! I try to keep it mellow, and I love the music from laxcity. Thanks for commenting!

[@joshuaberekinuthia4461]

@@GriffinConway Anytime Griffin, anytime. Can't wait to see more of your content. Cheers brother.

[@GriffinConway]

🙌🙌

[@cwinasia]

Another super useful and informative video, thanks !

[@GriffinConway]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks Crhistopher!

[@evrardbenjamin9593]

Man u're the greatest. Many people should subscribe to ur channel. I subscribed. U deserve it. Very interesting from A to Z. Thanks for sharing ur knowledge.

[@GriffinConway]

🙌🙌

[@micahcirlos]

how do the cameras compare between photos?

[@GriffinConway]

I covered my experience with photography in the video with both cameras

[@micahcirlos]

@@GriffinConway I'll rewatch :)

[@paulmorris4759]

Great review. Have you (or anyone else reading this) used the 1DX Mark III with an Atomos Ninja recorder? I can't get mine to work at frame rates above 30p. I know I can't record RAW externally, but I'm having the issue with the non-RAW codecs. Thanks!

[@GriffinConway]

Hi Paul, yes I use my ninja V recorder with it all the time. I had an issue at first with it and it turned out to be a cable issue. Consider checking out the one I linked in the description. Once I purchased that one it worked great for me.

[@paulmorris4759]

@@GriffinConway Thanks so much!

[@EricCheung]

Paul Morris I'm curious Paul- what cable are you using?

[@GriffinConway]

Hey Eric check the link in the description. I put a cable that works with the 1dx 3 and external recorders

[@paulmorris4759]

@@EricCheung Hi Eric, I've tried four different cables for which I don't see obvious brand names. All four work fine up to 30p but I can't seem to get a signal when I switch to 60p. I have a couple of other cables on order, but deliveries in my part of the world are sketchy at the moment with everything going on.

[@DonovinJones]

Could you do a video comparing the C500 MkII and the C300 MkIII?

[@GriffinConway]

Definitely! I have one planned soon as I get a c300 iii for testing.

[@DonovinJones]

Griffin Conway Awesome!

[@jeffreyhong6191]

Thank you for reminding me how much i need to upgrade my 5Diii.... !

[@GriffinConway]

5d Mark iii is the real OG! Can’t even really tell the difference for still photos in most cases

[@tylerdoestech]

I do not know if you run Magic Lantern or not, but I would love to see comparisons between the 3K RAW on the 5D Mark III and the 4K on the 1DX Mark III or even the 10-bit and 12-bit RAW 1080p and the 1080 or 4K on the 1DX Mark III.

[@chrisshent]

@@GriffinConway 5DMK3 here too. Still shooting in 1080p with L-Series lenses and it keeps surprising me. But where to go next? Subscribing to your videos might give me some answers. Outstanding hands-on technical and creative insights, thank you!

[@jessedelice]

Dude your vids are f’n AWESOME

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks so much Jesse! Glad you enjoy them!

[@thefilmpoets]

nice comparison Griffen!

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks Matt! I enjoyed your 1DX3 and R5 content.

[@neilfullframe]

I’m watching this again 😳🤦‍♂️ why ? Because it’s a great comparison video and I’m still thinking of getting a 1dxmkii for myself. Either birthday or Christmas. I’m thinking around Christmas there may be some deals! Currently using an EOS R and I’m completely happy with it. But would like to leave it in the studio and get the 1dxmkii for strictly for photography work ! Again thanks for the great video.

[@GriffinConway]

There you go! That would be a great setup! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@robgunter9618]

Can't wait to see your 1DX MkIII comparison to the C300. I'm in the market right now.

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks Rob! Looking forward to it as well!

[@StefanGatzke]

Thanks for sharing, great work! I cancled my 1Dx III order with the R5 announcement, but both will have their flaws. The IBIS and the size of the R5 got me, but I don't need 8K. On the other side the 5.5K is more realistic to work with and your demos of the electronic IS are really good. My dream (Canon) camera has the size of the R5, maybe even a little bigger, has 6K RAW 60p with AF, 4K 120 with sound and AF and maybe 1080p with 240p... You think the 120p on the 1Dx III has a better image quality as the 1Dx II? Beside the 10 Bit? The IQ on the 1Dx II is really soft if things are more far away. Thanks!

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks Stefan! That would be a great camera. The 120p image is a lot better on the 1dx 3, you just want to make sure to have plenty of light to avoid noise in the shadows. I use the 120p a lot.

[@StefanGatzke]

Thanks for replying Griffin, I also use the 120p mode on the 1Dx II a lot because of the small amount of rolling shutter :)

[@leobautista2782]

Thank you griffin

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks for watching Leo!

[@seken2nun]

Good stuff bro👍🏽

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks for checking the video out Teddy!

[@Warguysss]

Your content is very informative

[@GriffinConway]

I appreciate that! Thank you Bluff

[@AmendMD]

Oh shit were you predicting the R5 would have overheating limits?

[@GriffinConway]

I was thinking it would, and I was also thinking at the time I made this that since raw is a direct readout of the sensor it would only be available in 8k raw which means pretty unmanageable file sizes. Also I figured the battery was a little too small for long recording times

[@underflo43tky]

hoping the price drops like a rock on the m3

[@KleberEleven]

Nice video bro!

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks Kleber! Hope the 1dx is treating you well!

[@KleberEleven]

Griffin Conway haha Im crazy about her!!

[@GriffinConway]

Love it bro! So stoked for you

[@adamx12m]

Very nice work, very fair comparison between and talking about the things that matter. I bought stupid wifi dongle for 1dx2, biggest rip off ever and not being compatible with 1dx3 kills me if you need wifi AC. Definitely would like to more about the impacts of workflow time with all these codecs, something overlooked especially with the costs of computer upgrades.

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks a lot Adam. In terms of workflow, I typically shoot canon log in the 10 but 422. Premiere just had a big update to allow for better processing of h.265 codecs like what the 1dx 3 has, but it’s only for pc and I’m using Mac. I just build proxies when I want to edit the footage. Might take an hour or two depending on how much footage I shot but it’s not that big of an impact. If you are shooting content that needs to be turned around ASAP you can always switch it out of log mode and in to a standard or neutral profile and it will be h.264 and edit pretty much the same as the 1dx Mark ii footage. And ya the WiFi dongle was such an overpriced item!

[@7goggus]

Doesn’t the 1dxmk2 have c-log??

[@GriffinConway]

No, only the 1DX Mark iii

[@Irvinie]

just the video i need to spend more money! great video thank you !!

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks for watching Irvin! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@philipphabring1623]

Now i want the Mark III even more. Luv my Mark II but damn.

[@f2.8images]

Great review. Thank you

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks a lot Christopher!

[@f2.8images]

Griffin Conway your welcome 👌

[@GriffinConway]

🙌

[@mikewinburn]

One difference I hadn't heard about that I've found to be excellent - the "quick release shutter" on the 1DX3. I don't have the exact figure here, but the 1Dx2 and standard shutter release speed on the 1DX3 speed is like 1/5 of a second. But with the quick release shutter setting, the shutter releases 2x as fast. So as a photographer if you don't have a shutter release, it releases sooo quickly, you don't have to worry about long lens vibration blur from removing your finger from the shutter button. I was floored by the difference. Using the new AF-On smart controller (set to always on, so I don't have to press any buttons first to turn it on) has been like night and day going back to the 1Dx2 For me the overall difference in the files has not been small for me. The sharpness of the images, especially from the 400 2.8 v3 is downright stunning. My biggest disappointments so far is software related: 1. I was sooooooo excited about the canon log in the 1DX3, but other than "viewing it" and making slight adjustments in DPP canon has no solution to output these files to an MOV or MP4 package. The free version of Divinci supports the RAW FILES. However, the free version doesn't support H.265 files. You MUST purchase the DiVinci Resolve Studio package to be able to work with CLog files. 2. Additionally, Lightroom 16 (adobe's last standalone edition before they moved to pay system cannot be upgraded to read the new Canon Raw files. The only solution (beside getting caught in the monthly pay system) was to install adobe raw converter (which is free) which is used to convert them to DNG FILES to edit. Once converted they work perfectly well. 3. Pocketwizard Software does NOT work with the 1DX3 - PW has no canon solution for the 1DX3 in relation to ETTL shooting. (Standard Channels work as usual.) It was definitely worth the upgrade from me. It feels future ready in ways the 1Dx2 doesn't.

[@GriffinConway]

Great perspective Mike! It seems you have been able to dive in deeper with the photography aspects than I have which is awesome. With regards to editing the 10 bit canon log h.265 footage, it is available to edit straight away in premiere. You will likely have to build proxies though. Also, I believe you can edit in the newest version of Davinci resolve as well. The raw photos worked perfectly in my Lightroom software. Perhaps check and see if you have the latest version, as it may not be compatible with older versions.

[@mikewinburn]

Griffin Conway thanks for the direction , Griffin! Didn't think about that w Lightroom. I'll dive into that this weekend. I'm using DiV Resovle 16. I was able to load and edit the raw files, but importing any canon log file resulted in the file importing. But only audio was present in the file. The video was just a thin green line through the middle of every file. I wondered if Divinci was just not recognizing the codec...or if I needed to download something, but hours later, after reinstalling Divinci , still same result. Knowing now from your experience it should work fine, I'll get back at it this week end. Thanks for the confirmation.

[@mikewinburn]

fantastic quick run down. Im excited about the video improvements and its potential for travel photography amongst other things. Am i correct the talking head was not 12 bit? excellent job as usual.

[@GriffinConway]

Thank you very much Mike! The talking head portion was shot on the c500 Mark ii in 10 bit XF-AVC. It was my first talking head portion using that camera so I am still tweaking things to get colors where I want them. Nice thing is file size is about 1/10th the size of the c200 raw though.

[@mikewinburn]

@@GriffinConway - l look forward to your work with the C500mii, then, Griffin! catch you at next post

[@GriffinConway]

Really appreciate the support Mike!

[@itsRonDavis]

Griffin, how is your content free?! It's great 😊. Glad you went with a "like for like" comparison video. Your video on the 1DX3 vs the cinema camera (2 mo ago) is equally awesome, and shows that in order to make a reasonably interesting comparison, the comparison has to be "rigged" so to speak with a $15+K cine camera just to make the footage "fair". An amazing testimony. Wished you got the commission from my investment in the 1DX3, because your video made the difference. Unbiased. Genuine.

[@GriffinConway]

Wow thanks a lot for the kind words Ron! I’m just glad you find value in the content and can enjoy it. Thanks for checking the videos out!

[@MrGflan]

Thanks for the video. However I would love it if more reviews included wildlife, bird photography and sports autofocus action. These are the uses that most will use this camera for in my opinion. Would have loved to see these differences between the cameras in the capacities for which they were designed. Instead, it’s always about the filmmaking.

[@GriffinConway]

Hey Gary, thanks for checking out the video and for commenting. I totally agree that wildlife and sports are what a lot of people will use the 1dx series cameras for. I always try to be as authentic as I can with my reviews, and only review from my own perspective. I used to shoot a lot of sports in the past but I rarely shoot photos for sports now. I also don’t photograph wildlife usually, but I have a ton of respect for the talented photographers that are skilled in these areas. So since I’m not one who is working in those fields often, it felt out of place for me to cover those things.

[@MrGflan]

Griffin Conway thanks for the response. I think it’s great that you are approaching the review from your own perspective. I think my comment is just a trend I’m seeing in most of the 1DX III reviews. More of a general critique for all the reviews, not critical of yours specifically. I do a ton of bird photography and right now I’m tracking woodpeckers bursting out of their nesting holes after feeding their chicks. Locking focus on a tiny bird is tough in most cases. If it’s a larger bird flying left to right or even towards you it’s not too tough for my 1Dx first version. I was curious to see if the Mark III could lock into the small bird and keep focus. I spoke to a popular website canon reviewer and he thinks the new camera would struggle with these little birds also. Right now I can get the shot by pre focusing on an area in front of the nest. So the bird flies out and moves through the focal plane. I do get the shot, but man it would be great if the camera could track the bird automatically. I’m probably still going to buy the new camera someday soon, just waiting for it to come down. Thanks again man and I wish you the best with your channel!

[@SamLucas26]

Man, I’m so interested in seeing that 1dxiii vs c300iii video. I’m probably in the minority here but I’m actually more interested in those two cameras than I am the r5. I have my reasons 😂

[@GriffinConway]

That’s awesome Sam! Thanks for the comment. Anything specific you would like to see in the review and comparison?

[@SamLucas26]

Yeah man, most definitely! I’m most interested in seeing how that dual gain output performs. I mean, I’m the 1dxiii is no slouch obviously in the dynamic range performs close to or identical to the c500ii but I’m interested in seeing if that dual gain output will squeeze a little more out. I’ve been a c200 shooter for about 2 years and considering the upgrade to the c300mkiii for my A cam so that’s the context I’m looking at that camera with. I don’t get too caught up in the spec war, but I’m such a sucker for the most dynamic range possible haha.

[@GriffinConway]

Awesome thanks for the feedback. Hopefully I’ll get it in soon for testing

[@SamLucas26]

Right on 🤙🏼 I actually preordered a C300 Mark iii so I’m pretty pumped to start learning it. Hopefully they’ll start getting shipped soon!

[@motorsports4021]

2500$ action exterior/Interior photo/vedio events camera even used ! ....What you recomend

[@DPoner]

Very helpful

[@GriffinConway]

Thank you!

[@RotterStudios]

quality doesn't look good in video. maybe it's the lighting technique but that can't be a $6000 camera. odd

[@much9384]

This is wrong 1DX mk3 is at least one stop exposure down every time compared to mk2... There is no way it's such a difference in dynamic range....

[@GriffinConway]

much have you tested these two cameras? I would love to see you results if you have. I can guarantee the settings were exactly the same in my test, as I record with my phone bts while I do it. The results surprised me as well.

[@jvusa]

Excellent Review

[@GriffinConway]

Thank you!

[@jesuschrist5294]

that tiny difference doesnt make up for the price difference

[@ScoopsTroopsRugby]

Imagine not knowing about AI Servo mode in the 1DX2. Of course you can capture multiple frames in focus in photo mode, What on earth are you talking about? How do you think sports photographers use it?

[@GriffinConway]

Watch the video again, I never said the camera didn’t have ai servo autofocus. I said it doesn’t have servo in live view, which is true.

[@guillandanthony711]

This review was not helpful... for my wallet. I love this review, because contrarily to most of the 1DX3 reviews out there, you have put focus on the real improvements of the mark 3. I did not know that there was a silent mode on this version, and nearly every review on youtube would instead praise the R5 (or other mirrorless) for having that. I'm not a professional photographer, but I love photography, and back in the days when I did not have enough money or no money at all (yeah, there were such days), I could not afford a good camera. This pushed me to always strive to get the best gear. I now own a second-hand 1DX2 and a 5D4. Well, the 1DX2 is a beast, compared to the 5D4. But the IDX2 misses those small improvements like a full touchscreen or WIFI etc. And when you get used to the touchscreen on the 5D4 and you have to press the buttons on the 1DX2, it's a big step backwards. The price is too high though...

[@alfonsocordoba1522]

Canon eos r5 is the new beast..I feel kind of sorry for people buying this giant camera. Just saying ✌️

[@GriffinConway]

EOS R5 looks like a beast for sure when it actually does get fully released and shipped. As for now, there are plenty of working professionals getting plenty of use with the 1dx mark iii.

[@307signal]

fiance. is beauty!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@GriffinConway]

Totally agree :)

[@edvenuto9614]

D3 better

[@GriffinConway]

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