Couldn't stop staring at the razor-close position of the far left mini-tripod leg on the table edge during your Conclusion and Pricing segment. Yikes! Careful there, Dustin. ;-) Thanks for this review.
@agustinbenencia2 жыл бұрын
saw the same!
@WOLFTICKVIDEOS2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha I'm with you on that.
@jaylistudios2 жыл бұрын
The start is like that too.
@davidchadwick61322 жыл бұрын
😅 me too! No gear was harmed in the making of this video. Thanks Dustin 🙂🙏
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
That's right - no gear harmed in the production!
@Jessehermansonphotography2 жыл бұрын
It’s freaking me out how close to the edge of that table the R3 is. Great review, as usual!
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
I've heard that more than a few times!
@Jessehermansonphotography2 жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI great review though. Lol You have the best reviews
@scottievee74672 жыл бұрын
Because it's loaned.... that's why it's not 4-7 inches further in on the table. " You're not gonna believe what happened. All I was doing was..." Just kidding. Very thorough stuff here. Thanks.
@bilcarter2 жыл бұрын
First thought I had, too. That's about $7000 about to fly off the table.
@nigelwest3430 Жыл бұрын
Me too
@sidvicious31292 жыл бұрын
This is what I like to see good reviewers crediting each other. Dustin when it comes to photography reviews, you have no rivals. You are the reviewer that I want to review the Nikon z9, why because im more than confident that it will either pass or fail and no bs.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words.
@samuel_andreyev Жыл бұрын
I have an R3 and an EOS R. The R3 is insanely amazing. The ergonomics, the handling, the speed, AF accuracy, image quality, low noise, high ISO performance, video capabilities and durability make it ideal for my uses. I don't make 9 foot wide prints, nor do I ever crop my images, so the resolution of this sensor is more than enough. It is a joy to shoot with and I use it every day.
@DustinAbbottTWI Жыл бұрын
It is a sweet camera.
@yosefco2 жыл бұрын
Dustin, i liked the way you addressed Gerald undone. so kind, it made me happy.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
He's a great guy
@geraldundone2 жыл бұрын
You're very kind! Thanks, Dustin!
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, Gerald. I think there should be some crossover of our audiences, for sure.
@Smoothblue902 жыл бұрын
The visual design of this camera along with the pattern of the rubber covering is wonderful. The way that the buttons and dials appear to be in the exact same location for both landscape and portrait orientations is excellent.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
They have done a good job with the controls
@MacawAviculture12 күн бұрын
I have used a Canon 1 Dx Mark II for all of my Macaw family photos/videos since 2016. But after watching a video by Jan Wegener on the Canon R6 Mark II, I decided to rent one. Absolutely incredible focusing capabilities and produces amazing 4K video. I do not like the smaller body of the R5, R6, and others, but love the large body of the 1Dx series cameras. I ordered a Canon R3 a few days ago, and it will be delivered today! Thank you for this video and for reinforcing my decision to buy the R3! The new R1 will not have any improvements over the R3 for my photo/video use, so no need for me to buy the R1. The larger 1 Dx body size on the R1 would be better than the R3, but not enough to justify the larger price. Thanks again!
@DustinAbbottTWI11 күн бұрын
I'm sure you will enjoy it.
@town32 жыл бұрын
Like always Dustin excellent work. I've been watching you for 7 to 9 years and have seen hundreds maybe even a thousand channels and really your top 5 and I watch Gerald and he's one of those top 5 so to see you two pay respect to each other is priceless. Congrats on your new subs, go get them Dustin. It's been a long hard consistent road and you deserve all of your success. Blessings
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, Michael.
@robertm39512 жыл бұрын
The custom buttons were not designed to use four at the same time. Two are for landscape and two are for portrait.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Hmmm, I'm not sure I implied otherwise, but I should have been clearer.
@JohnDrummondPhoto2 жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI at 9:30 you did say that the custom buttons below the lens are hard to reach while holding the horizontal grip. But those buttons are for when you're using the vertical grip. This is a very solid review other than that bobble.
@mxilplict2 жыл бұрын
I have owned the R3 for two weeks and also own an R5 and R6, and I agree with your conclusions. The R3 certainly isn’t for everyone, and the resolution gap between the R5 and R3 is a significant consideration for portrait and landscape shooters. All that said, I have carried both to all of my assignments and have found meaningful use for them both (they complement well), and depending on the assignment, either can be my primary camera. For location portraits and events the R5 is the preferred camera with my standard/wide zoom mounted since I usually anticipate cropping to print outputs, and the R3 on the tele zoom or prime where focus speed/accuracy is key or cropping is less anticipated. For theater and dance, the exact opposite is true: for me reliable 30fps shooting from a distance in low light is the raisson d’être of the R3, and it works magnificently with the RF70-200 2.8L. I keep the R5 with the 28-70 ready for wider shots of the stage and curtain calls and anything else. Both cameras can 100% meet the needs of any shoot I have, but each has its distinct advantages and I would rather have both than just one. Lastly, the R3 is a joy and marvel to shoot and create with, and I think for most pros the camera nearly completes the RF ecosystem that can address almost any shooting use case. My only wishes are to have the R5 in the R3’s form factor, sealing, ergonomics and thermal management. That, and an RF 35 1.2 and RF 135 1.4! And no more SD slots! (Dual CFx B or external NVMe or USB SSD, please!)
@frostybe3r2 жыл бұрын
Why do you need 45mp for portraits..?
@mxilplict2 жыл бұрын
@@frostybe3r Landscapes, and time savings/ cropping flexibility for portraits - rather than take the same pose in multiple orientations to cover 24x36 vs 30x20, I take one a bit wider and crop in as needed (a nod back to my 6x6 medium format days where you started square and grease penciled your crop marks for the photo finishers). Much easier to deal with the best shot for all output formats vs dealing with people blinking or making weird faces for multiple takes (especially for kids and corporate headshots where they want a wide business card AND a tight head and shoulders).
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Some great points on the usefulness of high resolution for portraits
@kelb892 жыл бұрын
I've always wanted a 1DX style body, but I feel my R5's are more than sufficient for my uses. Great review, as always.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure.
@peterebel78992 жыл бұрын
I had the chance for some minuted having the R3 in my hands: Man, does it feel good! I shot 1D ... for many years, now shooting R5. I do love the R5 in general, but having the R3 in hand .... BTW: The R5 with vertical grip is more heavy than the R3 (and the ergonomics simply does not come even close.)
@peterebel78992 жыл бұрын
I appreciate Gerald Undone and Dustin Abbott cooperating! A great move .-)
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
He's good company!
@j.kimmer15092 жыл бұрын
i can for sure tell Dustin hasn't used Pro bodies in his life to eat. For professionals who work to eat for sports this body is the best feeling for those of us who has a camera in the hand 4-6 hours a day, not on a toy tripod on a wooden checker board table. Great video. The on/off button is located so that it can be handled from H&V positions, the "other buttons" Dustin had difficulty reaching; those are for use for vertical grip orientation ... strange comment. Large grip is comfortable and beefy because you can't have a wimpy grip when you have a 400mm or tele zooms that need quick swing movements to make images for fast action acquisition - Dustin is very pleasant to watch and listen to; civilized.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Hi there, it's true that I don't prefer integrated vertical grip bodies, though I think it's inaccurate to label only those bodies as being "pro" bodies. I've been using high end cameras that are considered pro bodies by their manufacturers for years. I've never felt (personally) that I needed an integrated grip body to use big telephotos, either. To each their own, however. If you prefer the integrated grip style body, that's great, but that's not a requirement to be a professional [I am eating, after all... ;) ]
@MLee-vcrr2 жыл бұрын
Excellent review Dustin! I really appreciate the inclusion of SONY sensors in your tests. I am heavily invested in both systems. Quite surprised by the R3 sensor performance. You just made my buying decision that much harder...Geeee thanks...Lol.
@FantabMedia2 жыл бұрын
Be careful with sensor comparisons. Not mentioned in the review but the R3 is baking in heavy amounts of noise reduction (check the tests at PhotonstoPhotos) at EVERY ISO in RAW files which increases measured DR. The R5 did this at low ISOs while the Sony A1 doesn't add NR at all at any ISO.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Better sensors certainly help Canon's competitiveness since they do so many other things so well
@kevindiossi2 жыл бұрын
Dustin, you are truly one of the best camera reviewers out there, be it written or visual. You really do know how to produce a very comprehensive outlook on any camera or lens. I currently have over 10,00 images captured on my R3 and I have to say that any review that leaves out or didn't test the Eye Control AF has greatly detracted from the quality of their review. This feature is -in my opinion- a complete revolution to how I use cameras. After 10 days of shooting motorsports and events, I started to gain trust and familiarity with this feature. Over the past five days shooting a trade show, I began to expect it in the viewfinder and began to use it exclusively. I'm nothing short of blown away by how much this helped in being able to focus on 2-4 different faces in a scene within a blink of an eye (no pun intended) with the RF 50mm f/1.2L's depth of field. I'm honestly considering the idea of selling other camera bodies and buying a second one now...it was that good for me. However, perhaps I'll wait and get more mileage and prepare for the R1 which may have the same feature, perhaps even better. At the end of the day, I wasn't confident I made the right choice spending $6,000 on this thing but now I know it was everything I was hoping for and more. Color me impressed.
@cagf20132 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the real world feedback. Sounds awesome
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kevin, yes, I too really liked the Eye Control AF. It's not a gimmick; it works.
@_SYDNA_8 ай бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI It's not a gimmick but you do have to train for it, if you want to use it in real world high speed conditions. I sometimes feel like I've lost control when I can't push the focus back to some weird thing in the background and make it lock, but when I count actual keepers the eye control beats any of the more managed settings I might try to impose on it. That's the case so far anyway.
@binaryblog2 жыл бұрын
You're not only a great reviewer but also a very good photographer. Your pictures are awesome. Usually YT reviewers are horrible photographers and just rumbling camera's specification nonsense. They reminds me of many personal trainers at the gym. Most of them are fat or skinny and acting like professional bodybuilders. Keep up the good work Dustin!
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
LOL - most colorful comment of the day
@Jwitherow19642 жыл бұрын
I made it to the end-- you are the BEST on KZbin
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much
@dannyli94242 жыл бұрын
Great review as always. one thing I observed though. I think the way most people do their review on high ISO preperformance, i think it's a little bit misleading, for example, I remember when you do the ISO 25600 test, the shutter speed was 1/2000, so this is not typically the kind of lighting condition when people shoot ISO 25600, we all know shooting ISO 25600 in day light and in pitch black will get very different result in terms of noise. i would say showing result in lighting condition when ISO 25600 is actually required would give a lot more valuable test result. but overall, I enjoy reading your review as usual.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Hi Danny, I recognize that no test is perfect, but I need something that produces repeatable results.
@dannyli94242 жыл бұрын
Dustin, really appreciated you take your time to respond, totally understand. That's why most reviewer do it that way. Just saying the result people will get from ISO 25600 in their real world picture and it will look a lot worse than you test result may suggest.
@JGZphotography2 жыл бұрын
To discourage the interest of the R3 camera due to small hands was a surprise @12:20 and perhaps constured as discriminatory. Let's keep everything positive for people of all sizes and let them decide. Also, there is a 30 or 15 electronic FPS from the top button settings for Drive Speeds.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
I think you're really reaching for offense here. Are you saying that I shouldn't commend on the size/bulk of a camera in general?
@JGZphotography2 жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI The size or camaera bulk is not the issue, but making a coment about those persons born with smaller hands-wouldn't be the camera for them? Let them make the choice if the "glove" fits or not.
@kelb892 жыл бұрын
@@JGZphotography This is just silly and you're grasping for straws just to start an argument where there isn't one. Many of my female colleageus opt out of larger bodies because they have difficulty holding them. Heck, I switched from Sony because my hands were too large and they would cramp holding their bodies.
@JGZphotography2 жыл бұрын
@@kelb89 You did refer to smaller hands perhaps not chosing this camera. I will leave it at that.
@HeathBlythe2 жыл бұрын
Not only sports, but also photojournalism. Photojournalists work in the rain, in the mud, in the summer, in the snow and they need reliable bodies and confident autofocus. I will be getting this camera because it will make my job easier and much more fun to do.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Very good reasons to buy!
@paulhills19672 жыл бұрын
Hi Dustin. Living life on the edge...like your tripod! Great review, thank you. Merry Christmas and best wishes for 2022.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
I freaked out many people with that!
@schwartzmatthewe2 жыл бұрын
I agree with everything except the feel and controls. I hated the r5 feel and controls and I left canon because of it. I’m back with canon because of the r3 being more like the 1dx3 that I loved. I recall the days of 6mp and 10mp. We were happy with 12mp and then 16mp. I remember 24mp being like “why would you ever need that?!”. Sometimes we forget what we really need and we take for granted things we don’t need or even use that much.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Those that are comfortable with the 1D style controls will obviously more naturally adapt to the R3's controls.
@benjidoerr Жыл бұрын
The patchwork look you mention at 31:52 could be from the compression of the C-RAW format you shot it in. It is in fact not lossless, but the change in the quality of noise in shadows seems to be the only effect. It gives it sort of a cross hair look, which might be what you're observing. You might want to try testing it in the regular raw format.
@DustinAbbottTWI Жыл бұрын
It's supposed to be a lossless RAW format.
@benjidoerr Жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI I'm not sure where you saw that; all of the sources I saw said it was a lossy format.
@Whale_Tale2 жыл бұрын
Hey, Dustin - wonderful review as always. I just want to point out that you don't have to fiddle with the mode dial on the R5 to toggle photo and video mods. You can program the M-Fn button on top for that purpose. Yes, it is rather small and not particularly tactile, but I must say that toggling modes with a simple button tap is MAGIC. After that even a system with a physical swith-toggle seems less ergonomic and efficient.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Good tip!
@peterebel78992 жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI 2 remarks from an old 1Dx shooter to ergonomics - Power switch: The location gives the thumb instant access to switch the camera hot no matter holding horizontal or vertical. This is highly handy when it comes to fast reaction to evolving chances (wildlife & things) - Custom buttons at the front: Those are two identical sets to be used on the normal grip and the vertical grip. Yes the lower on is not as easy to be reached, but this is partially even an advantage depending on the function set on this button not triggering by accident. Thank you for this great review!
@peterebel78992 жыл бұрын
Oleg, this is the setup I use on the R5. But I definitely prefer the R3/1DX approach (and use this M-Fn button for other needs)
@Whale_Tale2 жыл бұрын
@@peterebel7899 Whatever suits your needs, friend. My preferences are always a bit biased, because I use the camera in underwater housing and inside the box buttons are more reliable (and safer) than switches. By the way, do you know any trick to replicate the touch screen “tap to focus” function with a press of a button?
@peterebel78992 жыл бұрын
@@Whale_Tale What you are writing makes a lot of sense. I do use the body in hand (via EVF or the rear display twisted), the camera on a tripod triggered by hand or triggered remotely. In an underwater housing: Can you move the focus point at all via the joy stick? If yes it'd an easy task to push the botton of your preference. If not, there is no other way than focus and recompose (which will be not very accurate while diving)
@panagiotistsiverdis2 жыл бұрын
Watching a review from Dustin first, then from Gerald and then from the Fro in order not to be too much serious... Better than watching a good movie...
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
LOL - the first two are perhaps a little lower in entertainment value ;)
@jeffkernen1554 Жыл бұрын
Coming from Nikon, I don't care for the on/off button placement of any of the Canons. However, I programmed the M-fn button on my R3 to put the camera into sleep mode. Then I can press any button to wake the camera back up. This works pretty similar to the way I'm used to shooting with my Nikons.
@DustinAbbottTWI Жыл бұрын
These days the ability to customize buttons is very useful.
@dendobriy36842 жыл бұрын
Great review ! Please test Canon RF 28-70 mm F 2 !!!
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
I've been trying to get a loaner of that lens for a year and a half!
@Twobarpsi Жыл бұрын
Excellent review. I don't shoot action primarily, so not really the camera for me. I truly love your reviews!
@DustinAbbottTWI Жыл бұрын
That’s fair. Thank you
@303badassboxer Жыл бұрын
I’d love to see Sony release the A9 iii with a 30mp stacked sensor and see how it compares to the R3
@DustinAbbottTWI Жыл бұрын
It will be interesting to see where Sony goes with the a9III. The a9II was a fairly minor upgrade, so I would expect more major changes from the a9III.
@303badassboxer Жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI hopefully it releases soon before I end up buying an R3
@scb2scb22 жыл бұрын
Solid and nice review amazing how far canon has come with their sensors, happy to see they moved away from their years of look we will have a 120MP and 250MP sensors soon displays at events/boots. To real sensors that can rival sony yes they are more of a copy in tech but its hard to argue with the results of both the R3 and R5 sensors. We have to wonder what sony can do with the A9III now. Personally feel like you for me the A1 is the much more take it with you for anything camera find it nice that all layouts of their cameras are the same and its even hard to see for people if i have a a7iii or a1 with me. This is a much more niche camera for sure... I hope sony works on the area where i feel (in software, hope firmware) its now behind and that is subject detection and variation where both canon and nikon are now in my view ahead...
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Some fair points all around.
@velesamak67612 жыл бұрын
Great video and review as always, Dustin. Which tripod is that? It looks very practical for travel and table top, especially if it can handle the R3. Thanks!
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Definitely. You can find it here: bhpho.to/3vL8YWy
@bryan21822 жыл бұрын
I am selling the canon R3 for just $3500. Send an email or reply to my comment if interested and I’ll ship it to you. First person to reply gets it for $3000
@dannyli94242 жыл бұрын
As a long term 1-Series user and multiple system user, I really applause Canon Finally brings out a such amazing camera but I went with the Z9 this time around due to the resolution of the sensor, if the rumored R1 with higher resolution actually come out, I will get one for sure, I really love the 1D style body and ergonomics. I noticed you were talking about hard to get to the two custom buttons on the bottom, I think that's not mean to be used when you hold the camera the " normal way", it's the duplicate custom buttons when you shoot in portrait orientation. it 's position perfectly in the perfect spot. And that's exactly what I wish Nikon Z9 tp have, but unfortunately the Z9 over look this detail and will make a huge difference when you shoot vertically.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
You're right about the buttons. I wasn't thinking about vertical use.
@davesmulders3931 Жыл бұрын
I think I really really like your review. It is really really in depth and I've got really really good information out of it. Really.
@DustinAbbottTWI Жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@psoon042862 жыл бұрын
Wow! That Eye-AF, if it really works, sounds uncanny. Demonstrate it in real world situations. Thanks Dustin from BC🇨🇦
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
It is pretty cool. Unfortunately the camera was a loaner, so I won't have any more demonstrations.
@sahebalhazeem26742 жыл бұрын
a very useful review you clearly pointed out the standard of the camera thanks a lot Dustin well done.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@mmarsbarr2 жыл бұрын
9:25 The bottom two cfn buttons are for vetical grip use.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
That's correct. I just wasn't thinking.
@naturealbums2 жыл бұрын
Nice detailed review. If it had the Mp of the R5 would be interested price kills it not great for value makes you wonder what the R1 will be going for. I'm very excited about the Nikon Z9 it's actually cheaper than the R3 here in the UK and probably just as good as R1 when it appears who knows when.
@oscarshen68552 жыл бұрын
Canon prcing in UK is just crazy. I don't know what's happening here but it really hurts Canon's UK market share.
@woodykeiko2 жыл бұрын
Only the R3 can do 30 fps lossless RAW, the A1 can’t and the Z9 can only do jpgs at 30 fps. Big difference.
@lnz9712 жыл бұрын
As good as R1… I’m pretty sure R1 gonna be better then Z9 and A1, something like a R3+R5
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
I find it a little hard to make predictions on cameras that are only rumored.
@lilnape26042 жыл бұрын
@@woodykeiko 30fps raw or 45mp. Always good to have options.
@lsaideOK2 жыл бұрын
Great, objective review. I am still in the Nikon DSLR universe. Would love to see you get your hands on a Z9 to give a head to head to head comparison unlikely as that would be. The ability to use my current glass along with the surprisingly low price make the Z9 the most tempting mirrorless camera I have seen produced so far. The handling of Nikon cameras is one thing that has kept me in the fold. I will have to try out the Z9 to see how the large size works for me.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Hi Larry, I've never done Nikon reviews, so unfortunately you'll have to go to a Nikon expert for that review.
@lsaideOK2 жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI You, as a complete novice with Nikon, could do better than a host of Nikon 'experts'. But, yes, I will consult the one that matters the most. Me! When the camera is finally on store shelves. That will not be for a long time.
@ThomazMartinez2 жыл бұрын
I wish you could review Nikon cameras and compare it's highlight DR
@Mr092602 жыл бұрын
Exactly it a bit empty without Nikon here ??
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
I've never tested Nikon, and don't have the budget (or time) to start
@amnonsuodai91452 жыл бұрын
Great job with your video's. Thank you. Amnon in NYC.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Amnon
@yosefco2 жыл бұрын
Hi dustin, not sure you emphasised the AMAZING iso performence for this camera - which i think is a game changer in photography. one dose not have to use wide aperture lens like 1.2 or 1.4 in low light. 2.8 lens, even with 8000 iso (usually 4000 will be enough for weddings) and a little correction in lightroom - and it will be perfect!
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
I certainly do cover the ISO performance in the sensor performance section. It is a very strong performance.
@zackchoy19692 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sir for the great review ~! Was considering the R3 or the 1DX3 ....
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
To me all of the development energy is on the mirrorless side, so that's where I'd invest.
@carlosazevedophotography8892 Жыл бұрын
Dustin, can we record what we are seeing on the EVF with a ninja?
@DustinAbbottTWI Жыл бұрын
I believe so.
@MamaLifeBre Жыл бұрын
That tripod looked dangerously close to the edge of the table 😅 Just picked one up
@DustinAbbottTWI Жыл бұрын
I get that often, but I think the camera might exaggerate how close it actually is to the edge of the table.
@acouragefann2 жыл бұрын
"The cat should not be on the table" I detect a modicum of righteous indignation :'D Though I find that cats, through their glamour and charm force us to forgive many of the trespasses that perhaps we would not tolerate in dogs (or people for that matter) Brilliant review as always - here's hoping that perhaps we'll see that eye-based af trickle down to other cameras (and perhaps even other brands) over the next couple of years. I can certainly see its use in a lot of situations!
@fixxforliferedskies84282 жыл бұрын
I think the leg the tripod the R3 is on shouldn't be on the very edge of the table. That's a very expensive camera.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
I do hope that we see some trickle down with the Eye Control tech.
@robgerety2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting camera. Great review. Is that the 70-200 f/4 you have mounted?
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
That's correct
@horrgakx2 жыл бұрын
Good review - but you're not used to the larger 1D style body though. A9 9:30 you can't reach the other 2 buttons - but they are intended for the portrait orientated grip, not when the camera is in the horizontal orientation. And in the same section you're not used to those buttons - I find them easy to use and although I have pressed them accidentally in the past I don't now.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
You're correct on your first point, though your experience on the second point doesn't change my own experience. You may be able to use those buttons easily, but I wasn't - and I've spent time with dozens of cameras.
@horrgakx2 жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI Good stuff. I've just ordered one anyway :))))
@steveslack47502 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyable review.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@sosomelodies6592 жыл бұрын
I wish Canon would put the power switch within the shutter button and include a tri-navigation dial on top.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
That would work for me.
@dhedc2 жыл бұрын
This is a superb review. Thank you.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
@amitkrupal12342 жыл бұрын
24 MP with 20 fps is more than enough & 4k120 is icing on cake. This does both & more with 30 fps & 6k raw. Can they launch it in size of r5. I hope Sony does similar with a9m3
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
It's definitely true that 30FPS is probably overkill for most people.
@gilbertogranados6367Ай бұрын
perhaps you can help me Dustin, I have a problem with my R5 and my R6 while using Godox flashes, It seems none of my light work if I activate HSS and TTL together, hence why I ordered an R3 but im not so sure if the problem will persist, would you know anything about that?
@frostybe3r2 жыл бұрын
People talk about specs too much, just use the cameras... This camera is faster than the Sony A1 and actually keeps 30 fps unlike the fairly inconsistent A1, these cameras are made to be used, not to be constantly scrutinized on forums by gear heads, I personally find the A1 camera incredibly uncomfortable to use after a long time. You don't need 45/50mp unless you're printing massive. Nice review though, not bashing anything, most KZbinrs go to the 24mp and say 'its not enough!', whilst they generally don't use a camera professionally.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
I've been pretty happy with the burst rate on the A1, so I don't have complaints there, but that doesn't make the R3 any less amazing as a sports camera.
@frostybe3r2 жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI Everyone says sports but I mainly use mine for Wildlife and it's great. :)
@robertbohnaker98982 жыл бұрын
Great review Dustin. Does the R3 allow greater AF areas on the Cannon 600 and 800 F 11 lenses ? Thanks.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
That's a good question, but not one I have the answer to. I didn't have either of those lenses to test during my review.
@bbasiaga2 жыл бұрын
R3 is the first canon body to use all of the extra pins in the lens mount. I wonder if that is what is causing the issues with your 3rd party lenses? They may need a firmware update. Just a thought.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
They probably do need a firmware update, but that happens with basically every new Canon camera...and it doesn't seem to with Sony.
@dance2jam2 жыл бұрын
Happy Holidays Dustin. I'm curious on your thoughts, but I know you do not have the answer. The Sony a1 and the Nikon Z9 (obviously bigger body) are these brands flagship "do it all" cameras with high resolution to boot. Canon has put itself in a very curious place. The R5 higher resolution camera is about 3,900 dollars US (if memory serves). The R3 is lower resolution, better low light, better AF for $6000 US. Where and what does that leave for the R1, which if I were to project forward, is likely to be a high resolution camera with ?higher end video and? If I were a Canon shooter looking to do sports/wildlife, this camera and price would have me waiting it out for the R1 (if I didn't own the R5). Your thoughts?
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
It’s pretty tough to make predictions like that. It seems like the R3 is the 1Dx replacement for mirrorless, so I’m not sure where the theoretical R1 lands. Perhaps like a A1, with both high resolution and fast burst rates…but that does create some pricing questions since the R3 is (mostly) priced in A1 territory already.
@dance2jam2 жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI That was exactly my point. Just a curious place they put themselves. I am sure they have a plan. Just makes for interesting speculation. Happy New Year and thanks for the extensive effort you always put forth.
@dimitristsagdis73402 жыл бұрын
I think the R3 was destined for backup bodies for an R1 as and when it comes out and to serve this segment until the R1 is out.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Hmmm, I think that's underselling this camera.
@dimitristsagdis73402 жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI ;-))
@thetruth9783 Жыл бұрын
Why does fewer megapixels make less noise? That goes against everything I knew about sensors
@DustinAbbottTWI Жыл бұрын
More pixels = greater pixel density in the sensor. That means less light reaches each individual pixel, which equals more noise. It also means that the noise occupies more pixels, thus is more obvious (essentially it is more magnified). The opposite is true with fewer pixels packed onto a similar size sensor.
@toddbristol7072 жыл бұрын
As always, this was great review with all of the details I look for as a consumer. I'm doing a lot more sports photography now, shooting events with multiple bodies and I was looking to either get another R5 (my 2nd body is a 5Dmk4) or maybe the R3. Knowing how this body performs (Dynamic range, ISO performance, sensor performance, etc.) helps Alot!!! Thank you!!
@kelb892 жыл бұрын
I do sports and weddings and my R5's have been amazing. Highly recommend!
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Glad to help out.
@RogerZoul2 жыл бұрын
thanks for the review.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
@networm642 жыл бұрын
Excellent review as always! The performance of the sensor is really great and best of the Canon sofar indeed. And dxomark rating also proves this. The fact is canon sensors made a big jump in quality after R5. And dxomark rankings shows how weak they were performing before that in DR and other areas. The high ISO performance was a surprise indeed, specially considering it's the first ff stacked sensor Canon has made. This is a warning to the rivals like Sony and Nikon which are not the best low light performer anymore. I wished you were showing side by side results with another 24mp cameras like A9 and A7iii, but still I think R3 should have a slight edge over them both in noise and DR performance, which is revolutionary for Canon which used to have the weakest sensor performance to value in all 3 brands. The other great thing in this camera is that eye control focus. I hope this comes to all other cameras in every brands soon. And not only in ridiculously expensive models! Though I still has a concern if it is safe for eye's health as it's like having an IR remote directly pointed into your eyes! Canon's high pricing is their biggest weak point in my mind, comparing this camera to Nikon Z9 brings it up clearly. And Sony needs to bring back their innovations to the game like few years ago. Having a great sensor is not enough in the market anymore!
@FantabMedia2 жыл бұрын
Remember the R3 is baking in noise reduction into RAW files which increases the measured and perceived DR and gives better low-light files. The R5 did this at low ISO ranges but this is the first camera to do it at literally every ISO.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
There's definitely more parity in sensor performance now.
@PPNJ2 жыл бұрын
Why do I feel like I’m being seduced during the wallet advertisement? Lol great job as always man!
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
LOL - that's a good one
@photographerjonathan2 жыл бұрын
I agree about the camera body. I have always been into single grip cameras that are smaller and lighter. and I have no problems shooting portraits with a single grip camera. it feels totally natural to me. I also feel like 24mp is low for this day and age.even though back when I had a 12mp camera I was ok with that at the time. from what I hear the R3 focusing system is amazing. hopefully all the focusing tech will be in the next single grip camera. along with the processor. and I am hoping the same for the Nikon Z9 tech to come to there next single grip smaller camera. like a Z8, but even though I have owned Nikon and Canon in the past. for now I am sticking with my Sony A7r lll. it does all I need, and Sony is still the only company with great 3rd party more affordable options for glass. along with a complete lens lineup of Sony glass. and I don't like how big and heavy Nikon and Canon are making some of there lenses. like there 50f1.2 which are both twice as big and heavy as Sony's. without having better image quality with there so called superior big mounts.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
There's definitely often a trickle-down effect on technology, which is great.
@Smoothblue902 жыл бұрын
So the max electronic is 30. And the max mechanical is 12. What are the steps that we can set the shutter speed to below those numbers? Am I able to set any frame rate I want? Can I set electronic or mechanical to 8 9 10 11 12...?
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Hmmm, you have lower speed options available, but I don't think you can program a specific one.
@highdynamicphotographyfilm22352 жыл бұрын
Dustin, you need to compare this with Nikon Z9
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Hi there, I've heard that a few times, but I don't review Nikon and I'm not sure I would do a great job because I'm so unfamiliar with their cameras.
@thanhtuanpham7418 Жыл бұрын
HI BRO . I am using Canon R3 . If you want to use the flash when shooting in Silent mode, is it possible? And how to install . THANK YOU
@DustinAbbottTWI Жыл бұрын
I do believe that you can use flash with the electronic shutter on the R3, but I don't actually own one so I can't tell you the process.
@alanm.42982 жыл бұрын
Nice review, Dustin. The R3 is an incredible camera... That I won't be buying. It is purpose built for sports photography, which I prefer to shoot with APS-C cameras. The crop sensor allows me to work with smaller, lighter lenses. Of course, there's also cost. Still, I'm very interested in the R3 because the tech in top-of-the-line "hero" cameras like the R3 does trickle down into "lesser" models in subsequent generations. I think it's just a matter of time until Canon introduces one or more APS-C models in the R-series and I'm really hoping one of them will be a mirrorless replacement for the 7D Mark II, much as the R3 takes over from the 1DX Mark III. Dustin, I was a little surprised you didn't mention a few things in your review. One in particular is the memory cards the R3 uses. I am not sure why Canon felt the R3 needed one CFExpress slot and one SD slot. Seems to me that two CFExpress slots would make more sense in this particular camera. People who spend $6000 on a camera will certainly have no problem outfitting it with the more expensive, but faster and potentially higher capacity type of memory. I see the SD as a potential bottleneck in a camera of this type. Finally, while the comparisons with the Sony A1 and Nikon Z9 are inevitable because of the three cameras' price points and positioning within their respective systems, the R3 is really a different type of camera. The A1 and Z9 are more "generalist" cameras, while the R3 is more specific to a certain type of user. I would bet Canon has another model in the works that will compete more directly with those Sony and Nikon cameras, perhaps the mythical "R1" many of us are expecting in the not-too-distant future. In the meantime, the R5 is more targeted at the type of consumers the A1 and Z9 appeal to, though that slightly older Canon model lacks some of the latest tech in the rapidly advancing mirrorless marketplace, the R5 also enjoys a much lower price tag.. Cheers and thanks for the review!
@networm642 жыл бұрын
A1 and Z9 both are sports suited cameras like R3, as they both have super fast stacked sensor unlike the R5
@planetfun852 жыл бұрын
The mythical r1 is here, its called the r3.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
It's true that there is some trickle-down effect with the technology.
@TheFisherman19632 жыл бұрын
hi dustin great video as always,,what tripod is that so want one,,,deano
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
It can be found here: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1431254-REG
@PavlosPapageorgiou2 жыл бұрын
I'd like the R3 sensor in an R6 body.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
That exact sensor is unlikely, as it is a stacked sensor more for a pure sports body, but I'd definitely like the 24 MP resolution in a R6II
@TheGodX2 жыл бұрын
Looks like you copy/pasted the description of video from RF 100/2.8 lens. Need to edit it.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Thanks - I had forgotten that.
@sbear57852 жыл бұрын
Any time there’s a new camera out, I search out your videos. You have the best side by side comparisons. And foremost, you don’t have a photo camera ultimate review and jump to lame video montages. I’m glad you don’t say much, if anything about its video capabilities. I don’t buy a photo camera for video. Any guesses if there’s going to be a canon camera similar to the 5D that is actually designed for PHOTOGRAPHY? It seems like the R5 im was more primed for video than photography? I want to upgrade from the 5D4 because the dynamic range just isn’t where I want it to be. I shoot landscape. Lots of canyons and high contrast environments. I’ve almost considered Sony. For someone who can’t decide based on the tech, what’s your opinion? A. R5 B. Sony A7 4 C. R3 D. Wait. Viewers are welcome to chime in as well Also, that tripod leg was triggering my anxiety. I’ve never been anxious watching a KZbin video before but when you would wave your hands I kept catching myself almost clinching. Haha. Great videos man. Just be mindful of how observant your audience is. They’re photographers remember. 😉 TY for the wonderful reviews
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
I think the R5 would actually be a great camera for your landscape work. A lot of the KZbin hype was over the video side of things, but the EOS R5 is an amazing stills camera.
@Rascallucci2 жыл бұрын
Pretty much expected what the R3 is about. On the contrary, I like the uni-grip pro style body, but for shooting birds it is just too low res for my liking. Just curious though, do you think you will review the Nikon Z9? Now that would be an interesting review, especially if you pair it up with the 500mm f/5.6 PF.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately I don't review Nikon. It's ironic, though, as the last comment I responded to was offended that I thought 24MP too low.
@Rascallucci2 жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI Number one, just too bad you don't review Nikon because they just announced they will be coming out with a 800mm f/6.3 PF. My goodness, when you pair it up with the Z9, provided they both test well of course, I don't think there is a combo out there that can beat it for birding. A 800mm f/6.3 handheld prime?? Just look at their 500mm f/5.6 PF, it is a legit prime and very sharp. Some say they can't tell the difference in image quality when compared to even the 500mm f/4. So, these aren't gimmick primes like the Canon RF 600mm/800mm f/11. Number two, as for people getting worked up on criticisms on 24 MP being too low res, these are mainly really old school shooters who are still stuck with their D4's, D5's and D6's. Don't get me wrong, like the 1DX III they all take fantastic pictures. But, for certain types of photography such as birding and landscape, not that they are bad, they are just not as good as a higher res sensor body. I am not even a Nikon shooter, but ask the Nikon birders, the D6 isn't even the best birding or wildlife body within the Nikon brand in their opinion, that belongs to the D850, Why? Because it has a 45 MP sensor.
@yakisalosa10802 жыл бұрын
That tripod was so close to falling..
@mbismbismb2 жыл бұрын
Ikr lol i was afraid he might accidentally knock on the tripod and bam!!!
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
I've heard that a few times!
@ajayjadejavisuals2 жыл бұрын
Love you sir Great review Need dji rd2 with 28-70f2 test Love from India 🇮🇳
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words
@cjm81602 жыл бұрын
I just wonder how the R5C will compare to this?
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
I guess we'll find out!
@therealiamlove2 жыл бұрын
Is the dynamic range of R3 considerably better than the R5 in terms of exposure recovery?
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
I did thoroughly demonstrate that here, and the short answer is no. The advantage is at higher ISO, where the DR is better from the R3. At base ISO, they are roughly equal.
@therealiamlove2 жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI thank you for you time and consideration in reviewing this camera
@frstesiste76702 жыл бұрын
Really good review IMO.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@Jwitherow19642 жыл бұрын
Are you switching from your A1 to the R3
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
No, I prefer the high resolution for my work and I’m not personally a fan of the bigger camera body
@pjf79432 жыл бұрын
Is that tripod leg at the edge of the table..????
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Apparently it freaked out any people
@pjf79432 жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI Actually, this isn't the 1st time I've noticed expensive cameras perched at disasters edge.. It's a good thing your higher power looks out for you..! LOL! Rev. Abbott, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your family..!!
@ddolde5 ай бұрын
What does definitive mean ?
@DustinAbbottTWI5 ай бұрын
(of a conclusion or agreement) done or reached decisively and with authority. "a definitive diagnosis". In this context, a thorough and detailed review
@michaelbobarev2 жыл бұрын
What’s the tripod brand ??! Thanks !
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
You can find it here: bhpho.to/3vL8YWy
@m4jqp2 жыл бұрын
oh man, that mini tripod's leg being so close to the edge of the table is causing me anxiety!
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
You aren't alone in that.
@mirasga2 жыл бұрын
Which 3rd party lenses remained functional?
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
In this case it was the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4
@mirasga2 жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI i hope the 3rd party lens options for the RF mount will improve soon.
@samuelodihumbo67642 жыл бұрын
hey dustin what budget prime lenses do you recommend
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
The 50mm F1.8 is good bang for buck. There’s not a lot of great budget options.
@esmpmedia85869 ай бұрын
Agree about the power switch. I hate it. 😡
@DustinAbbottTWI9 ай бұрын
Sometimes its the little things.
@nicehoopers2 жыл бұрын
how long does it record in high frame rates and does it do it with audio?
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
The recording length depends on the size of your media (that's the limiting factor), and yes, it does record with audio.
@cfsrueda93492 жыл бұрын
I think the best 3rd party lens for canon is Sigma. I have the 50mm and with my r6 takes great photos, clear and sharp. Maybe the other brands are not as good as Sigma with the Canon system. Definitely is a sports camera. For portraits I will go with the r5 for the pixels. Canon is definitely doing things very well. Cheers
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
You're talking about adapting lenses, obviously. Sigmas do seem to adapt well.
@josh84902 жыл бұрын
I didn’t even know the camera was released
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Yes, though if recent history serves, I wouldn't be surprised to see them roll out very slowly.
@nobimathew90922 жыл бұрын
Nikon z9 is good camera..💓💓
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
So I've heard.
@njrivetelite2 жыл бұрын
I vote against using C-RAW.. I tried it in natural light settings outdoors. It really diminishes the dynamic range a great deal. When trying to recover shadows with C-RAW vs RAW.. world of difference. In evenly lit settings.. I'm sure it's fine.. hell, Jpeg is passable.. but.. if you have varying lighting and will need some shadow recovery.. just shoot RAW
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Hmmm, I haven't noticed that
@njrivetelite2 жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI maybe it's my copy.. but full raw.. love love love it.. C-RAW.. tried it a few times and when recovering shadows.. I was like 😳 yikes!
@bsant72 жыл бұрын
tripod so close to the edge is driving me nuts
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Heard that a few times!
@colddish2 жыл бұрын
Misbehave in style. 😃
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
LOL
@jankarlsson53582 жыл бұрын
You describe Sony as better at overexposure but look at the blue boxes ... Sony has almost no difference on these... When R3 still looks very nice.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
It's more than that, however - it's the blown out hot spots that are retained a little better by the Sony.
@NikCan662 жыл бұрын
Sd card is the deal breaker for my needs as its not robust enough for continuous heavy use. Stay with my Canon 1dx Mark iii until a fully fledged Mirrorless 1dx Mark iii Pro body comes available
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Hmmm, I don't see why having it there as a backup causes you serious problems. I personally like to "sort" where RAWs are recorded to the faster card while JPEGs go to SD.
@phynx20062 жыл бұрын
Wait ...... "Canon Expensive" ..... I'm shocked 😲 hahaha hey I love Canon Cameras, you want the best you have to pay for it 👍😎👍
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
They are pricy!
@zaodekov2 жыл бұрын
I remember about 4 years ago when you bought your first Sony, how disappointed you were from Canon. Especially because of the lack of IBIS in the 5D Mark4 and the lack of eye AF. Now it looks like Canon has beaten Sony in both IBIS and AF. So happy I didn't follow you and stayed with Canon. I am very happy with my R5, R6 and C70. You should do a video on Canon's amazing progress since the 5D4 era.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Hi there, I continue to own both Canon and Sony products, and I'm not disappointed about that choice.
@darrelltheriault57932 жыл бұрын
This is the definitive review of a pro sports camera by a non sports shooter who has not used it in it’s element for an extended period. You really can’t assess this camera sitting behind a desk flicking the buttons. I’d be more interested in a sports shooters opinion after extended use.
@DustinAbbottTWI2 жыл бұрын
Fair enough, though I'm never going to be that person and thousands of people still wanted me to review this camera.
@darrelltheriault57932 жыл бұрын
@@DustinAbbottTWI With all due respect, this camera really isn’t designed for the thousands that needed your review before deciding if it’s the right choice for them. It’s a niche camera and delivers n spades with strengths in areas important to pro sports shooters, features that others don’t appreciate.
@majaisakszon1475 Жыл бұрын
It was a good review untill you started to compare Canon with sony there I was like yes another comoairesing video. It would have been nice it was only dedicated to the R3. Those compairesings are everywhere. Was only intressted in the R3 nothing from sony needed to be in there. Never buying a sony ever. Never liked the brand. So please stop the compairesing crap. And if you must do it with an Canon eqevelaint.
@DustinAbbottTWI Жыл бұрын
I'm sorry you feel that way, but Canon isn't just competing with Canon; it is competing in an open market where other brands exist and people have the right to choose between them.