You MISSED THE POINT of the Canon EOS RP

[@tha_eye9520]

Finally someone who didn’t bashed the RP and explained it correctly… well done sir! 🤝🏾👍🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@somedudewithacamera220]

I bought my RP in October as a birthday gift to myself. I’d been shooting on an m50 before that, and while I loved it, the ef-m mount isn’t as supported and the crop was starting to become a bother. I wanted to get in on the rf glass and to go full frame. I bought the rp secondhand with an Ef adapter and some extra batteries for $850. So far I absolutely love it. I don’t shoot sports, most of the time I’m taking snapshots of a landscapes on a road trip, or a family moment, or just a model. I don’t need to be shooting 10fps or whatever. For video I’m usually shooting 1080 for the autofocus and I love. The few times I’ve used 4K have been to shoot music videos(the end result ends up 1080 anyways) and I usually go manual focus for that anyways. Overall, this was the perfect camera for me, to create some Instagram content and to do the sort of video work I do

[@GaryHughesOfficial]

Totally agree, the RP is a bad ass machine. You can tell it's a success because every other manufacturer is now pushing out an entry level FF camera to match it.

[@saminekunis8680]

Prefer it 10 times over a Sony A 6400.....bc rge RP has a Flip out screen

[@michael.holm7555]

I am a professional press photographer and even do some wildlife photos from time to time. I've found that the RP is mt best friend - exactly because of this - the workflow is amazing and within a split second I can have my pics on my phone and send them off ( and remember in photo journalism seconds can be a killer). And its small compact and lightweight. When thats said I am really impressed with the camera , I shoot everything in RAW and actually editing the RP files is no problem. Its also amazing in lowlight - This camera can a lot more then what anyone expects with the right glass in front of it.

[@carlsegbefia1766]

i like the fact that you have spent time with this camera. I plan on getting into headshot photography and I am currently looking for something on a budget so I can afford other equipment. Do you think getting this camera is a good choice????

[@lsamoa]

@@carlsegbefia1766 Yes, absolutely!

[@andrewdoeshair]

@@carlsegbefia1766 not that you asked me, but what I focus on primarily is basically head shots (haircuts) and if I were to buy a brand new camera for this purpose today I’d get the RP no question.

[@carlsegbefia1766]

@@andrewdoeshair thanks a lot. I really appreciate it.

[@Life_Through_Galleries]

How do you send the photos from the camera to the phone in me a second?

[@zainabmejja9936]

I totally agree with these points here Andrew. And yes, some Canon influencers are misleading the new or young photographers and videographers into buying expensive equipment with stuff they don't really need.

[@davypaul9827]

of course, their affiliate link gives them more with higher priced #'s. not against affiliates, Im one, but when your letting it compromise your content/opinion...I call fowl.

[@zainabmejja9936]

@@davypaul9827 Right? And then all of a sudden most of their content turns into this high-end expensive affair that only those with lotsa money can even think of achieving. In most cases, most of the target audience isn't that, especially if the youtuber started and built most of the following with a more humble outlook. But of course, review or showcase that expensive item, but don't make it sound like a necessity! Let those who can't afford it feel included or aspire one day to get it, and give alternatives for them.

[@williamshaffer9216]

You hit the nail on the head. I could not have said it better myself! I've used my RP for a couple of years now and have several EF Lenses for it. I don't shoot video and when I shoot action, I don't "machine gun" the shots---I shoot single frame. I bought my first Canon in 1972 and have been shooting with Canons ever since. The RP is a great camera!

[@Al.j.Vasquez]

I have a Canon M50 and i set it to single shot, otherwise i could shot 3 times before i stop pressing the shutter.

[@PatDesrochers-Photo-Video]

You can shoot up to 6400iso then correct it on Lightroom, I use an 5DM4 and an RP on event and nobody can tell the difference. Just use good lens!

[@RondasBlog]

Which lenses do you have for the RP?? Just got it & starting to play with it!

[@RichardTallent]

Well said. I'm a fine art photographer, and I bought my RP last year to replace my aging 5D Mk II. Most of my work is with models, either in the studio or in natural settings. The RP has worked very well for me for those use cases, and it also performed flawlessly in the harsh, dusty desert environment of Burning Man last year. I've even used it to second-shoot a few weddings for a friend. I tend to "shoot to the right," so I haven't had any issues with shadow noise, even though my work makes very heavy use of information-rich shadows. The only things I prefer about my 5D Mk II (which I still use for my underwater art): - Battery life (not the RP's fault, just the reality of mirrorless vs. SLR) - I'm still a little grouchy about using a touch screen for focus point selection.

[@victorpalacios8223]

Iam still undecided of upgrade to rp or R coming from canon 5Dii. I shoot weddings and family portrait.

[@Leptospirosi]

@@victorpalacios8223 I know it is late, but I think the camera is not ideal for wedding: there the best thing to have is IBIS, and this camera sadly has not. you can compensate with stabilized lenses but they will cost a lot and the result is not as good, while primes with built in IS are not super common.

[@johnmitchell2094]

I've had mine since March 2019 & I find its a great camera, especially for astro photography.

[@andrewdoeshair]

That’s about as far from action as it gets 🤘 I’ve only dabbled for fun with long exposures at all, but when I did I only had access to a really crappy tripod and I found that using the canon app as a remote shutter was favorable to even using the timer (no patience for timer!) but it’s those tiny little work flow things that canon has been thinking of that has made me an even bigger fan since my 5Dii days

[@__fred__]

Could you please develop a bit why it is great for astrophotography? I want to start astrophoto this year and I am considering now what body I should buy. Thank you.

[@SBahamondes]

@@__fred__ buy used my friend. It's about skill not the equipment

[@garychampagne4652]

It's September 2022... I'm gonna buy this camera. You totally helped me with exactly what I'm looking for. Thank you for your realness, sir!

[@Leon-dt8uo]

Completely honest, straight to the point & utterly insightful views on the RP, all holds up & relevant even right at the end of 2023! Very rare to find such real experiences so eloquently spoken amongst an entire world of total BS camera 'reviews' on KZbin. Keep up the fabulous work, all the very best to you my friend! 🙏

[@jimdianajones2019]

Finally .... Someone just telling but like it is. The thing to remember, this is an ENTRY LEVEL full frame mirror less camera. It was not intended to be used professionally. Andrew’s argument is spot on: this camera is great for creating and sharing content to social media. It’s easy and fast, and the picture quality is great. You can pull back about a stop and a half max in editing, but that’s not a big deal once you learn about lighting and how to use light. It’s about time this camera gets the recognition is deserves. This camera is great for beginners. Also, who’d thought it would be a hairdresser that would convince more people to buy the RP than these so called “pros” on KZbin. 👊🏻

[@joepverhaeg]

Not only for beginners but also for serious amateurs who don’t want to spend 3k on a camera body but want to use the FF sensor. I photographed with the best gear but didn’t make the step to go pro and now this body is affordable, light and perfect for family, city trips and sometimes back for fun in my simplified home studio. And I saved myself 1 a 2k to spend on travel.

[@jimdianajones2019]

Joep Verhaeg of course, you are absolutely correct in that regard as well. The RP is a capable camera that can do a lot things really well. The days of bashing this camera are over.

[@Haywain]

Love my RP. Bought it to replace my ageing 5D which I’ve been using for portraits for years, and this is perfect for that same thing.

[@AllThingsFilm1]

I bought the RP a week ago as my first venture into full frame. So far, I like it a lot. For its price, I think I'm getting a lot out of it, not the least of which is the excellent autofocus for my film work.

[@noblegendforever2052]

i remembered back then when m50 was all over internet. and now this fF people talk so bad abt it.. i simply think FF are way better than any apsc sensor. where can you find $1k ff right? sony ff aroun $1.7k for a little extra stuff that pro use..

[@borism68]

I love my RP , a superb upgrade to my canon 6D, much smaller and lighter, flip screen , amazing auto focus , fast WiFi and Bluetooth and the new R 24-105 puts the older version to Shane (sold mine) and get this, I bought it refurbished discounted for a little over 700$ the body and 700$ the R kit lens 24-105 f4. The RP is a No brainer for someone like me that enjoy taking photos.

[@chanduplal3222]

Such a genuine review. I'm getting this camera next week

[@Six.of.one.photography]

I finally decided to order an RP after watching yours and Ken Rockwell's videos, among others. There are many videos about the RP and finding positive ones is hard, but the images I see from this camera don't reflect the negative reviews, they look stunning for the price range. And as an amateur moving up to his first full frame camera, the RP is very approachable and seems to cover all the bases I will use it for. I have a 90D, so I can get sports and wildlife with that, but for portraits I think the RP will be fantastic.

[@jophoto934]

Literally the first review on KZbin that talks about this camera appropriately!!!

[@johnsteudle3481]

Just found this video, and thank you for making it! I have had the RP since around the debut back in March/April 2019, and I love it! my favorite thing is the size of the body. it is small and nimble that it makes travel so much easier. Also, the right grip just feels more natural in my hands than when originally looking at an 80D. This makes even simply walking around with the camera in hand much more comfortable and less tiring after hiking a trail or visiting a new city. This was my first jump into a real camera and made the decision to jump into mirrorless right away to stay ahead of the curve with the advancements of cameras. I also opted to go for the 24-105 F4 L as my main lens and it is an absolute workhorse. I have done a wide variety of things with this lens like landscape, newborn portrait, and street photography, and this combo delivers. Also ordered an EF 50mm (with adapter) as a second lens and it works great with the RP for portraits. Your video hits every point to a T about the market for this camera and I thank you for making it.

[@johnherzel718]

This is such an important video for anyone who wants a good enough tool to get the work done without the work taking over the art. Thanks again! I've had my RP for just about a year now. Everything you said rings true. But I'll add that I still use my 70D (APSC camera) for things that move fast. I am still learning how to do video correctly, but the RP is making me look good. It also forced me to learn how to add light (off camera flash for photos, light panels for video) to decrease the need for unnatural dynamic range. Nice Job and I did watch a few hair videos 😅

[@Layman927]

I absolutely LOVE the way you reviewed this camera. You clearly stated why professionals may or may not want it and why consumers would want it instead of just listing off features and buzzwords. Such an informative review! You’ve sold me on buying the RP and splurging for glass instead of the body

[@bradleybiederer8796]

This is awesome, a lot channels review (specifically the video) functions from the standpoint of a videographer, filmmaker, or KZbinr for the burgeoning videographer, filmmaker, and KZbinr. They completely ignore the large crowd of people who need a good camera, solid features, but don’t need the pro features. Most people lack the hardware to edit 4K without trouble as well.

[@loufonolleras5544]

One of the best, Nice, concise, matter of fact explanations I've heard(and I've seen them all) of the RP. Thanks for this..

[@btecww]

Thank you 🙏 I actually used a RP to shoot a wedding. I have an R6 and R but in many instances the RP covers most of what I need in great photos. It’s light easy to handle. I crush it with the cheaper 85mm rf. I get dirty looks from other photographers shooting joint events until they see the results! This is a kick in the sack for photo snobs

[@andrewdoeshair]

Nice. I love it when I see someone killing it with a “lesser” camera. A few years ago I was hired to shoot some simple behind the scenes video for a hair company while they were doing this big epic crazy fashion shoot for their product line, and the photographer they hired pulled out a 50, 85, 105, and 200, each with an RP attached. Rather than swapping lenses he just set down one camera and picked up the next. He’d said that he ditched having one or two tricked out bodies in favor of an arsenal of RP’s because he shoots single shots of still models with good light. It was a really cool and surprising kit to see, and the results were fantastic.

[@WillKlein]

Looked at footage of the EOS RP and the R, heard all the "complaints" about the RP, and I honestly couldn't understand why the RP is so underrated. The trouble with most of the content around the EOS R/RP cameras may be that they're coming from professional photographers and videographers, where the higher end features of the R actually matter. This video nails it.

[@WillKlein]

Seriously, thanks for making this. I was wondering if I was crazy and then you came out and said everything I was thinking. I just want to start recording videos and not lose my mind with all the pro stuff that can be a rabbit hole. Love what you said about lenses too.

[@robertvanvaals2677]

Brilliant video. I own a Canon EOS RP for one day now and I love it. For two weeks I had gut feelings that I wanted this camera and now I own one I know that those feelings were spot on. I use the camera with the RF to EF standard adapter and a Canon EF 50mm. f/1.4 and this balances the camera well. I've owned a Sony A7 and a Sony A7 mark II and felt these cameras were totally overhyped. The Canon EOS RP is a humble and therefore highly likable camera - again: I love it.

[@danieldallas0]

This made me feel good about my purchase. I just got my RP, and I’m excited to use it. Thank you so much!

[@Ben-ig3bf]

I use the RP for lanscape, Its on a tripod, if I want hdr I bracket and make it hdr in lightroom.

[@nicolabevacqua8464]

What I did was buy the rp with a rf24-240 instead of buying a eos r body

[@razerville]

Thanks for this very honest review mate.

[@bildkistl]

yes this I my plan too!!!

[@saminekunis8680]

Awesome I would do the same

[@panomavridis]

Looking for the appropriate equipment for my needs, my workflow, having seen a ton of reviews, I discovered the eos rp just two days ago. And from the very first time I felt that this guy is made for me. So, I started to watch reviews for that guy (and as you know the KZbin's algorithm is helping to that..). Watching all that stuff my thoughts was exactly as you mentioned on your video. No I m not shooting action, no, I m not shooting super duper slow motion, no I m not editing raw files. I just want to make my job decently. That's all. And at that moment your video came to certify my point of view. Yes I haven't missed the point... And the point is that you got the point. Congratulations for the review...

[@petere6036]

Thanks! Completely agree with your statement. In addition to my vaste collection of gear I often use that little nice machine if I have no special plan-I always have a camera with me. The only downside i think is the lack of dynamic range. The lowlight-performance itself is not so bad. Keep on your good work!

[@subwarpspeed]

Thank you! It is the end of May 2022 and I've placed an order for RP since yesterday, about a week after all the previews of R7 and R10 have been shown. I take photos, some I edit and print for my self and sometimes I take photos and videos on events (not commissioned, just as a visitor) that goes to Instagram. I have had a M50 since its launch and a nice collection of EF-M lenses and two EF. I wanted a second camera and debated between the M6 mark II (with EVF) or the RP (with the 24-105 kit and getting EF adapter). And so many when I asked in a group, said the R7 (out of my budget) or R10. Yes the AF seems to be super impressive - but I don't shoot so much portrait or so when I would have use for that (often not tracking at all). And the R10 would still mean APS-C but no use for those lenses so only my EF and all RF except the two new are for full frame and costs a lot... (Compared to EF-M). An RF mark II with better AF sure is something but there is nothing announced. Could be some time. The RF will portably go on the duty with the Tamron 150-600 G2 and M50 on the EF-M 32. If I would have gone with the M6 mark II it would probably have been the reverse.

[@andrewdoeshair]

Thanks for the feedback! I’d still personally take an RP over either R7 or R10 just because of the bigger sensor. I’m not shooting action, I have no need for 120fps video, but for what I shoot (people saying “cheese” in a well lit room after getting a haircut) that little bit more shallow DOF means I can worry less about my scene and more about the lighting and posing of my subject.

[@pnwtim503]

I have learned through this review that the camera is not for me, and I thank you for that. What a great and detailed review! You broke it down very nicely highlighting the pros and cons to the camera. Thanks!

[@Paulus449]

Love this video and love my RP. I have only owned it for around 5 months and it's my first "proper" camera. Personally I have almost zero interest in video, just photos and it works just fine for what I want.

[@JoseBRivera-eu2iq]

Thank you for the video. I purchased the RP earlier this week and and quite happy with it. I did see some bad reviews after purchasing the camera, but your video puts things in perspective. I do street photography here in New York City. I don't sell anything as of yet. I am just trying to become a better photographer each day I go out to shoot/practice. I like your comment that since cameras become obsolete, why spend a lot of money on it. And yes, I will take the money I save with this camera and buy better glass. Thanks again for your great video.

[@shaneeikenberry7435]

I don't comment very often on any videos but this one deserves it. I feel like so many products get the same treatment by KZbinrs and are overlooked because of it. I've been looking into this camera and after you posted this video, I can see the KZbin "reviewers" posting "Was I wrong about the Canon RP?" videos :D they're just trying to save face at this point because they aren't sure how to be original on their own anymore. Great job, love the video!

[@angelguzman8737]

I have an r5 and a rp, the rp is a good camera depending on what you’re using it for. For me it’s great because I use it for street photography and a good chunk of my casual hikes so it has a purpose

[@Donna_Faye06]

Thank you for this honest and genuine review!! You’ve clarified and made my decision easier! I appreciate this!! 🙏🏽😊

[@Leptospirosi]

9:39 actually Canon RP low light (high ISO) capabilities are pretty good: at least on par with a Canon R or D750. Where it comes short is when you need to pull back detail, especially in shadow areas because the sensor is not "ISO invariant", meaning that if you expose correctly the files are fine, but if you severely underexposed some area they are not. BTW, in these conditions the Canon R sensor is not good too: just slightly better then th RP, but way worse then Sony or Nikon.

[@nellatrab]

You said it yourself....DR is moot if you know how to expose correctly and choose you shots with meaning..detail is on par and equal to any Sony or Nikon with a similar pixel count and somewhat better than their 24 mpix FF sensors.

[@PeterKoperdan]

Actually, there are many types of shots with high dynamic range, both indoor and outdoor. In many cases you might want to try to save the highlights while pulling some detail from the shadows. It may not be required, but you might want to do that as a stylistic preference. Many people shoot that way and not because they are incompetent. It might surprise a lot of people, but landscape photography often hugely benefits from high DR.

[@Al.j.Vasquez]

@@PeterKoperdan Yeah, highlights can get blown out beyond recovery, while shadows can be recovered in a less damaged way, they'll still look bad, but the detail will be legible.

[@Leptospirosi]

That's what bracketing is for, and by using it, you can get a much more dynamic range then any high end Sony sensor could. It is situational, I agree, but if you are shoting sport at night, this is clearly the wrong camera. What is good at is producing very good images that don't even need much post processing, if you know how to work around the limits

[@Tedterranova]

This is a really great message to send about the EOS RP and the message about investing more in lenses. Thanks for making this.

[@petadang]

Wait you're shooting this on the nifty fifty? The ef or rf? I heard if you use the ef-s line lens the HD video recording can't be used but only the 720 and 4k

[@Gojirafistful]

I've gone through hours and hours of research on what is a prefered camera and this video really broke down what demographic fits into buying the canon RP. Thank you for making this.

[@adama4791]

Very much agree with this video and love the message, it doesn’t matter what X KZbin Pro says if it isn’t contextual to your needs. I have literally never shot one video with my rp nor with my t2i before that. I like architecture photography, landscape photography and some general photography almost all during complete daylight. A wonderful full frame camera for nowhere near in price to some of canons other offerings.

[@nillabean215]

Came across this video because I was looking for reviews about the rp . I bought my rp camera almost a month ago at B&H because of a representative showed me into mirrorless cameras. I outgrown my t7i and was looking for another dslr camera tbh, but she told me this was a really underrated camera and many people shy away from it after reading reviews from professional people. It’s true that the camera doesn’t have high end specs but also 90% of people who buy cameras are either hobbyists or looking to start out with something for something. It is literally the best camera on the market for its pro point. N many people really discredit canon for having flip screens. I love the song line but the way it just DOES not flip out is a real problem. I wanna do food photography and flatlay requires angles. Sometimes u don’t want to stand up on a high ass chair to see what youre looking at. That flip screen is definitely very very convenient. Also that 4K video thing is very true. Many people cannot even watch 4K video outside out Wi-Fi because it takes extremely long to load. 1080p is just fine for people who want to do videography. If you’re just a person who has no clue about mirrorless, and want to buy a mirrorless camera, it’s the one for you. If you need an upgrade but you’re poor, it’s the one for you. If you aren’t a professional and just a person who wants something better and have outgrown an entry level DSLR , it’s the one for you and if you are a content creator who post to Instagram, THIS IS THE ONE FOR YOU. don’t let anyone tell you different. Try it for yourself and you will see how reviews are way different than actual day to daily basis

[@danblackfield8928]

Upgraded from 70d, I do a bit of video and mostly photography. Now I have full frame, great low light, ef and rf mounts, 4k and 60p 1080. Sold 70d on fb and rp ended up costing me like $400. Best money spent.

[@jordanvillanueva4219]

Trust Andrew! I watch all of his videos and all the OTHER videos about the RP. I’ll admit, I was deterred a little by the nay sayers but it’s one of the best things I’ve ever bought for instagram and my personal hair portfolio. It’s easy, simple, and high quality. Thank you Andrew for being you and giving honest guidance for us in the industry! And you save money so you can buy other add ones like a good mic for quality video or other equipment that will help take your content to the next level 👌

[@derbagger22]

What you said is exactly what I did. I am making photography more than a hobby with the lockdown killing my business. Since the R5/6 were just starting to get into reviewers hands, I got an RP and am investing in RF glass. Have some EF lenses I'm using, too, but the glass is most important. The RP is more than enough for me right now. And I can get a better camera in the next year or two...

[@toniereeves1677]

I use the rp for landscape photography, i think it's amazing. I haven't had any problems with grain in my shadows. I also do exposure blending. The rp is a great landscape camera. Video doesn't matter to me, but it makes a wonderful stills camera..

[@lukejensen2661]

This is the comment I needed. I didn’t see this video until after I ordered the rp to use for shooting landscape and as a backup for my 7dmkii. I was a little worried when he mentioned it might not be great for landscape.

[@toniereeves1677]

@@lukejensen2661 I love it. All my recent on Instagram are the RP @tonie_reeves... but if i could afford the R or the R5 or 6, well id probably have one of those..

[@prantamdhazrat6648]

What lenses do you use with RP for landscape photography?

[@toniereeves1677]

@@prantamdhazrat6648 canon 16-35 f4 and canon 70-200 f4

[@Thatguy1306n]

This was so real. I just got the Rp and was regretting my choice because of all the reviews. I’m so glad I came across this vid. I just need this camera for shooting models for my clothing brand and reels and based on what you mentioned the Rp is perfect for that.

[@matthijsclaessen8152]

Bought it this week. And I’m loving it. (Photographer for fun, with 40plus year experience and a bag full of EF lenses…)

[@andyp1170]

I've used this Canon for more than 3years now shooting wildlife - including water birds, crabs, flowers, and insects for my hobby. Most recently, I've even shot milkyway with it. It might not be the best performing camera out there, I loved the picture quality for the price. Thank you.

[@RobOutenPhotography]

Best review for the RP I've watched. Thank you so much for creating an honest down-to-earth review, 🙏👍📸

[@1EagleDave]

have to agree with Gary here I bought the RP hooked this rig up, with the new canon 800mm,went out and grabbed some eagles in flight and in the nest. And all I can say, Is WOW!! amazing camera and lens, if you want crystal pics for any reason grab this unit. iam not paid to say this whatsoever ,but iam more than impressed with this unit. At anything I can do with it. great video thanks bud.

[@joshjacobson9846]

Got a t6i back in 2014 and bought mostly ef lenses since. Probably going to upgrade to the rp and bring most my glass with me.

[@hooksphoto]

I agree with your points, i am an amateur portrait photographer who got an RP about a month ago. ($800 refurb from canon) I dont regret my purchase at all. I upgraded from a 60D and the difference is legit night and day! highly recommend the RP for people who dont want to spend more than a grand and already have canon glass. Ef lenses adapted to this work just as good as native, maybe even better. The auto focus and eye focus are game changes for what i do. Almost feel like I am cheating. Battery life isn't the best but i honestly haven't had a problem on a shoot with it yet. It will last you a couple hour long shoot. Just use power saving mode or pick up an extra genuine canon battery for a spare just in case, dont get those cheap ones and expect it to perform well.

[@cdmelek5228]

Thank you for your honest review. I purchased the refurbished one and a 24-105mm last week. I do all my professional work w Canon mark d3 and bunch of expensive high end lenses that comes with it…but I need something lighter when I travel…and I believe this camera will do great.

[@legacyfitness7469]

I love my RP. It does exactly what I want easily taking out cumbersomeness right out of camera. No need for extra post editing work video/photo wise

[@lindsaywarne1466]

Much appreciated! I have watched a ton of reviews on cameras lately and I agree its always from a professionals point of view not someone like myself who needs to create better than a cell phone quality video and quickly get it online!

[@BaskaranSubramani]

I have been going through lot of videos to compare between Sony and Canon budget segments. By far best and the most clearly explained video that one could come across.

[@LePetitMondedeMichel]

I use my RP in harch conditions like snow storms and freezing weather most of the time, and this camera never let me down. And he does amazing nights photo and video.

[@michaeldennisguitarlessons]

Excellent Presentation! I have been considering upgrading to the Canon RP from an older iPhone for creating KZbin videos. Your style is straightforward and refreshing. Thanks! Rock On! Cut On!

[@MrTeebaum]

i have an r5 and an rp - i use the rp much more often. it is small, light and feels good in the hand, is easy to use, has a decent menu and for 90% of all tasks the technical possibilities are easily enough. together with the rf 35/1.8 IS it makes a wonderful reporter camera with IS, cheap and with the cool canon colors.

[@BadLies1913]

Finally, thank you! Great video!. It is estimated that only 2% of the people that even buy cameras prioritize video. Unfortunately 98% of the camera reviews prioritize video. Personally I could care less if it even did video. Whatever happened to the manufacturers making video cameras?

[@phoenixwest1274]

I totally agree with everything you said...but I am a professional portrait and decor shooter and find this camera is PERFECT for what I need. I don't need video at all, I don't shoot sports. I need a great AF, a useful tilt screen, reasonable frame rate and easy usability. I get all that from the RP. I have not regretted buying the RP for a second, and my clients have had no complaints.

[@phoenixwest1274]

@Charl Moor I will usually use the 100MM f2.8 L or 135mm f/2 L for portraits which is about the sweet spot for me doing portraits. I will sometimes come in as close as 50mm, but seldom longer than the 135mm.

[@phoenixwest1274]

@Charl Moor Mainly event portraits, headshots and author photos...thanks to COVID there is not much work now, but the market will return.

[@jorybgaming940]

Love mine! Upgraded from a t4i and wanted full frame and mirroless! And it was the best price. I always see it compared to $3-$5k full frame sensor cameras. Of course it will suck compared to them. Its like bashing a honda civic for not being a Ferrari. Its not a far comparasion. Great video btw! New sub here

[@crystalwilder]

Thanks for the review! I make traditional graphite and charcoal drawings, mostly of pets and people from photographs. I'd like to experiment and do other subjects but b&w and portrait photography with the intention of turning it into traditional drawings is my main intention for wanting to make the investment into camera gear. I don't think I want to start out by limiting myself with less than a FF sensor but at the same time, the dynamic range. I don't know much about photography but I know I need all the value I can get into my drawings and a lackluster dynamic range doesn't sound great. I figured I'd likely do more fancy editing tricks than I would if I were just taking photographs for photography or sharing online but as you say I'll have to upgrade eventually anyway and maybe then I'll have a better idea of what all I really need. I love that if I start collecting RF lenses, I shouldn't have to worry about Canon switching to a new mounting system anytime soon and I love the images I'm seeing this thing produce so I think it'll be manageable until I know more. Any other B&W artist people out there? Would love to hear your input or experiences. I got a month or so till I can buy it.

[@vjarvelainen]

Excellent points man, I think you've just sold me my new camera. Being a casual photographer and coming from the classic 5D and wanting something lighter to carry around, I guess the RP will do the job just fine.

[@MPMEDIAPHOTOSFILMS]

I use the RP and out shoot guys using the R, 6Dm2, 5Dm4 etc. A body is only as good on how you use it with your other gear (lights, lenses etc).

[@markjewett]

Purchased this camera in a bundle with the 24-105 lens for my wife for her birthday. Pre-ordered the new nifty fifty that is shipping in a couple weeks, and so far she seems really happy with the camera. I'm buying a second battery for her because sometimes she is the "unofficial" free senior photos photographer for family and friends and may need a little extra power every once in awhile and I don't want her to be stranded. What's the NEXT must-have accessory that should be on our list?

[@Dh-de9op]

I brought one today. So stoked that can use my EF lenses again (ring adaptor). It’ll do me I’m no pro. Good video thanks👌

[@Hok0ri]

I have a t7. I've heard it's not worth it and the R is pricy. Happy this video came up for me today. Will be purchasing the RP

[@jimkarlosmusic6925]

I had my RP 2 days ago and I’m loving it!!! It’s an amazing deal with it’s price!!! Again, it’s the photographer, not the gear! You can have a freaking hasselblad but if you don’t know what you’re doing, it’s useless.

[@fredgronlund441]

This is perhaps the most realistic review of the Canon RP I've seen (and I've watched most of them).

[@bryanpalacios9457]

Such a great review, thank you for helping

[@blakegirouxphotography]

Honestly got the RP for a vlogging camera and it surpassed my expectations by a clean mile. This is one of the best cameras in a lot of areas because of its price and where it is in the lineup. It’s an entry level full frame camera with great autofocus. It’s perfect without being the best at everything

[@LouisLuzuka]

Super valid points, *subbed* much love from Vancouver Canada 🇨🇦 pretty stoked on this, I was gonna get the eos R then I wanted to wait until the R5 but then... I could use this for my tiktok videos and even vlog with it. The price of the R5 i could get a RP + 15-35mm lens, which is insane value. Gonna wait till I find a used one and I’m gonna jump on it! If not maybe I’ll get an R but I love the small file sizes 😍😅

[@brandoneng9100]

The canon RP is simply a good camera. Full frame for under 1000$, solid build quality, and nice features. With the update, canon fixed all the naysayers qualms about the 24 fps issue etc. If you want IBIS, 10+ FPS, etc, go spend your money on a more expensive rig. This camera was meant for the beginner photographer who wants to seriously get into photography and wants something more than a point and shoot or rebel dslr. For all those out there who are not professionals and don't want to spend >$1500, please take a serious look at the RP, it has been honestly nothing but amazing so far!

[@tayloriginals999]

I have a Canon t1i, so anything will be an upgrade. I don't shoot video with it for obvious reasons, and I guess if I had a camera with decent video, I might, but it's not something I am very interested in at the moment. I am saving up for a new camera (I'm not a pro) and it came down to going mirrorless. I am in the Canon "sandbox" so I am staying with them. I was stuck on wether or not to stay cropped sensor or go full frame so it came down to the M50 and the EOS RP (I like the viewfinder, so the M6 was out) and I also like the focus bracketing on the RP so I am really leaning to getting the RP. I want to get into portraits as well, but haven't really done so much yet (I got a lighting kit, but haven't had too much time to practice.)

[@jremi]

I came to this exact conclusion. It depends what you do with it. Even now in 2023, the RP is still a great value. Personally, I want a great camera mostly for landscape, portrait, architecture, etc. The RP is not great for wildlife and sports, but I am not interested in that. I may shoot occasional videos, but the autofocus limitations of the RP in 4K do not bug me at all. As we get closer to Black Friday, I am just hoping for an even better deal.

[@domscape970]

I’m mainly a landscape photographer. If you expose your image correctly the RP is a great camera. I started in film, started DSLR with APS-c and now with the RP. I do use Nd and GND filters for best exposure in camera. Over all you can’t beat this camera for the money.

[@javionduncan2279]

Great video Review for people who needs to learn more about what a basic consumer really needs!

[@healing2gether]

Bro I’ve been shooting hybrid professionally with the EOS R for the past 18 months and couldnt be happier, even coming from the A7iii.... and I’ve loved it so much that even though the R5 and R6 have come out instead I’m looking at an RP as a B cam! Great vid thanks Andrew! -Adam The New Woodworker

[@justindelmedico8544]

One think I think is worth noting that I am surprised you didn’t mention is the horrendous zone focus. Don’t get me wrong, if you are shooting subjects say 3+ metres away then there is nothing wrong with it, but trying to keep a whole scene in focus anywhere closer than that is quite literally impossible with the RP

[@crookedmouth]

Ive been using mine since last Christmas and it’s such a great camera, it’s made me be able to afford really nice lenses, I’ll probably within the next year upgrade to a Eos r5 & sell my rp, really love this camera though recommend to everyone

[@toxvisoks]

Very clear and to the point video! Really helped! Thank you!

[@AndreDominique_]

I love my RP i take beautiful portraits with it i recommend to anyone who wants to get into photography

[@johnleftwich650]

So, I,m watching this video 1 year later (Aug 2022) and you are making a lot of sense. Both Canon and Nikon took a lot of shit for their 1st mirrorless cameras. I recently bought a like new Z6 and it is a wonderful camera for a photo enthusiast like me.

[@nandonosenotanl9666]

I upgraded from a Panasonic g7 to the canon rp with two lens for $800.00 and the difference is huge. My favorite and the availability to edit the raw files is crazy. I do my edits on Photo X for windows.Thank You for the video!

[@justingreene9724]

Thank you for making this video unfortunately some of these youtubers just get so big they forget not everybody has 3 grand drop on a camera that overheats

[@cynthiaslater7445]

You are one of the few who reviewed this camera realistically. I am an amateur who just moved from DSLR to mirrorless. I may upgrade later if I like this.

[@mikeboahen6615]

Very sensible and well put together. I wish a lot more people watched this before buying their first camera (myself included)

[@boblarsen7984]

Thank you for your totally honest and transparent review. It was the first review i have ever seen that was for the average, hobby or family photographer. I have been looking at M6 MK ii and others and this video shed a whole new light on things. I will take a good look at this but i want to see what the new R10 has to offer also. Have you used good EF glass with the camera? Does it work okay or it it lens heavy. Any additional insight from you would be appreciated.

[@FotosyMas.]

I use this camera for portraiture. It produces incredible, beautiful files. What I hate about is the shutter sound and the lag between shots.

[@existircuantico7141]

Fotos y Mas could you please explain what do you mean with 'the lag' do you know some KZbin video regarding this issue? I tried to find it with out any luck. What is the lag between shots?

[@ArrogantSageMedia]

My gf wanted to get more serious with her photography. She was going from an old - and struggling - Canon EOS 50D. She bought the RP and has since been hired for a few portrait shoots. I use it for my KZbin videos with a 30mm 1.4 lens (with an adapter - the lens was bought prior to the camera). It is amazing (compared to what I was using). It is likely we buy an R or R5 in the next year or so but in terms of getting "pro" results, buying more camera is like that person who wants the $3,500 Taylor Guitar to play a few shows and get better at performance. When your performance stretches the instrument/camera, time to push things up to the next level.

[@donh4907]

Thanks for the discussion. Clear thinking. Have RP - would like R6 for frame rate and eye tracking. But $ for better pics to please me, myself, and I seems a bit extravagant though I can afford it.

[@andrewdoeshair]

I think there’s a lot to be said for the value of the experience of using a camera. I found my RP was just consistently FUN to use, while my EOS R (while a “better” camera) is less fun to use. Learning this by moving from a (fun) 5Diii to these two cameras has changed my priorities while looking at new cameras. Whenever I upgrade, I’m testing functionality for that fun factor. For me, a physical mode dial is huge, as well as a programmable DOF preview button and a registered AF point. If in 2-3 years I can get an R6 for cheap, that fun factor and the features I just listed will be the reason I upgrade, but unless an R5 came to me for DIRT CHEAP (lacks physical mode dial), I’d probably skip that camera and see what the next generation offers. As with almost everything we buy, we’re laying for an experience more than a result, so if the R6 makes that experience better for you, I say do it!

[@donh4907]

@@andrewdoeshair Thanks for the time to reply. Nice site. Have been around photography for over 1/2 century (code words for old dude). Photos and the taking is deeply personal and private. So how much you enjoy the venture and how the camera feels in your hands are much more important than the not-so-earth-shattering photos we take. Occasionally you knock the ball out of the park with a super print or nifty travelog but usually it is all about having fun.

[@oreenx519x]

I wanted entry into the full frame mirrorless ecosystem. I wanted to prioritize building a set of good glasses first. I got this camera and I'm pretty happy with the result. I mainly do landscapes and have no issues. I'm not doing crazy underexposed stuff. I got it for $1200 with the 24-105mm. Then I got the RF 50mm. Then I plan to get the RF 70-200mm f/2.8, later Rokinon or Samyang 14mm f/2.8 for Canon RF or maybe just get the Canon trinity 15-35mm f/2.8.

[@johnwinter6061]

I've got RP + 24-240 and R50 + 100-400. Best value for money. Love 'em. I do mainly travel grab shots. Ideal.

[@MGeezy90]

Great Video man! This camera is sooooo under rated its crazy

[@dblgonzo]

I am coming from film to digital. It is the perfect camera for me. I have been shooting film since 1975. I went to the US Naval School of photography in 1980. I stuck with film and this the first serious digital camera. I shoot manual and really never used full auto even though I have owned a Canon A-1 since 1979. I have a Mamiya RB67, Horseman Technical camera, Canon F1, and some Nikon's.

[@amermeleitor]

I was thinking about the cheapest good mirrorless camera, with cheap lenses. Only for personal use, family, vacations, pets, hiking, city photography, etc. I want to take a photography course too. I have a pair of compact cameras, Sony RX100, Canon G1X II, but I want a interchangeable lens one. The M4/3 was an option but in the future maybe they will be dead and the cheap ones have awful autofocus in video. I have seen A LOT of EF and EF-S used lenses, very cheap. So Canon M50 and RP could be the best options for cheap and upgradeable system

[@andrewdoeshair]

The only reason I’d suggest the RP over the M50 is because of the future proof lens mount. Canon lacks hard in the EF-M lens department, but they’re putting all their eggs into the RF basket and quickly growing that system, in two years you’ll have plenty of RF lens options and cert few EF-M options. If you got an RP with an RF 50mm F1.8 and an RF 16mm F2.8 you’d be about $1,500 into the camera and it would be smaller than adapting EF lenses onto an M50 but also you’d have low light capabilities and a more flexible depth of field than you’d get from the M50. I recently got an iPhone 13 pro and to be completely honest I think it’s good enough that it renders most crop sensor setups obsolete for general photography unless you’ve got a realllllly nice lens on them. In fact I’m getting ready to sell my wider full frame lenses because for what I do with them the iPhone 13 pro can actually replace them and not a soul would notice. A few years ago phone cameras rendered point and shoots obsolete and I think we’re entering an age where they’re going to make sensibly priced crop sensor setups obsolete (then eventually full frame) except for specific use cases like action or studio portraiture.

[@amermeleitor]

@@andrewdoeshair I don't think so, at least within a 5-10 years horizon sight. Even today a compact camera is better than an iPhone. A Sony ZV-1 or Canon G5X II take better pictures. Bigger sensors have a different rendition of the image and the JPGs from Canon seems to me much more organic and with a pro look than the JPGs from a phone. In video phones are more like action camera look today. I think the sensors will grow: "prosumer" cameras will move towards full frame ditching smaller crop sensors in the process, phones will move to 1" sensors and bigger, and compact cameras to APSC sensors (like Ricoh GR but with some zoom capabilities). So, as the smartphones upgrade their stills and video capabilities, then cameras will upgrade too. Smartphone's fake bokeh and HDR photo and video maybe will catch big sensors cameras. But not today, nor tomorrow.

[@andrewdoeshair]

@@amermeleitor ah, I see you appreciate the nuances! I apologize for assuming anything about what you know or don’t. I’m right there with you, I’m a total canon fanboy because of the colors and the overall just feeeeel of their photos- even the known imperfections of some of their classic L lenses. Also, I’m in the “full frame totally matters” camp, mostly because it makes a $300 F1.8 lens perform similarly to how a $1,500 F1.2 lens would perform on a crop sensor. As far as enthusiasts and pros who can appreciate those sorts of things I think there will always be a market for “real cameras” over smart phones for them (talk to a fuji fan, they’re more about the aesthetic quirks than canon fans! Or look at those who still shoot film just for the feeeel of it). I agree with what you’re saying and I do find that my phone used as a brainless point and shoot does lack color depth (especially in the skin tones) and overall has a bad HDR vibe, but if it’s under exposed by a stop or two it performs sooo much better than I could have imagined (video on this coming soon). But at this point the phone is still a super general use camera that lacks the shutter response time of a real camera, lacks the reliability and consistency, lacks resolution (for those who need it), can’t use off camera flash, suffers from some gnarly distortion on the wider end, and only offers limited compression. I never wanted to give any credit to smart phones because I like to dump money into my cameras, but my worldview has been shattered recently after I started quietly A/B testing posts on my Instagram (@Andrewdoeshair) using my phone and my ~30mp EOS R with some high end glass and not a damned person noticed any difference 😂😭

[@amermeleitor]

@@andrewdoeshair I'm waiting for your video! And yes, the phone is the camera that we will bring with us everyday and maybe 90% of my pictures has been taken with the phone. If I made it with some care the pictures are indistinguishable from pictures from a camera in Instagram. But, as geek as I can be, I made comparisons and a APSC entry level camera still take better pictures. Even knowing that I'm with you: for most circumstances the phone could replace the camera, because it's good enough, but it's not better than a camera.

[@MrPetebuster1]

just picked one up for £1400 with the 24-105 l ,i shoot mainly mft but its great for those occasions when ff might be the better option at that price cant go wrong