Canon EOS R7 User's Guide

[@TheSlackassCrew]

Even tho I will never own this camera, Im going to watch this all

[@aviationlax2761]

Same haha

[@st.luciabirdingandwildlife8821]

I have a canon r7 camera which I bought 2 month ago, now it refused to power on

[@jamesgrantham1743]

@@st.luciabirdingandwildlife8821 return it then

[@gavinmartin4011]

I just bought the R7

[@JT_1]

@@st.luciabirdingandwildlife8821 try charging the battery ...

[@philiprolenick4475]

Hi Jared, Just finished watching this whole video. Since I've been using an R7 since early August, I have a few notes on it. I don't know why you didn't mention the Depth Of Field Preview button inside the Manual/Auto Focus Switch, but this is a valuable hold-over from film SLRs that I've been using until today, when I discovered, while following along with your video, that the viewfinder can be set to not only simulate exposure but also always show the depth of field. That should be the default. Unlike you, I like to use Touch and Drag for the focus point location - using the right-hand side of the screen set to "relative" (not absolute) position - I find that using my thumb on the screen while looking through the viewfinder gives me much finer control than using the joystick, while also avoiding the risk of accidentally changing the dial around the joystick. I use the AF On button to do servo spot focus and the * button to do Eye tracking - if I used a half-press of the shutter button to focus I couldn't easily choose between the two modes. . Like you, I live in Manual mode for exposure. However, I don't do a lot of manual focusing so I've set the Control Ring on the lens to simulate the aperture ring on a film camera's lens. In the menu I set that ring to Control, not Focus (and definitely not Off). If I need to manually focus with a lens that doesn't have a separate focusing ring, I can always use the Manual/Auto Focus switch to set the control ring to do manual focus. Continuing my nostalgia for the film SLR I used for nearly 40 years, I set the shutter speed on the top deck of the camera with the Main Dial, and for the third leg of the exposure triangle I set the ISO with the dial around the joystick. (Ok, I couldn't set ISO on my film camera at all except by changing the film, so that's a plus for digital.) Living in Manual mode and shooting RAW, I keep the histogram in my viewfinder on so I can expose to the right ("ETTR"). (More informative than a simple single pointer.) Since the histogram display is based on the JPEG picture style, I use a low contrast picture style to make it behave more like the RAW file I'm actually shooting Why isn't ETTR a standard auto exposure option? I might actually *use* Auto exposure if it were.

[@The_WarL0rd_Way]

I tried to watch this video when I first got my R7, and my brain went tilt. I went and used the camera and talked to people. I made a ton of mistakes. 9 months later I watch this video again, and it makes so much more sense. Thanks!

[@Kaho_Tokyoo]

I can finally say I own this camera and I’m going to watch all of it thank you Jared Polin

[@eyekneemuhni617]

After months of watching video and reading I went with a r7 this video is a God send!

[@extremelydave]

For being the bad boy of photography, you did an awesome job on this Jared. You didn't give the true beginners grief, but you did delve pretty deep into the features. Great job pilgrim.

[@cropperson5583]

I got my R7 in June and been waiting for that video ever since. Thank you sir!

[@tinman225]

Perfect EXACTLY what I needed, was setting up my new R7. Canon user manual was only a few pages unlike my previous Canon that was thick as a phone book. While addressing each setting seemed tedious at first it was needed, found myself stopping video to explore the new options. I've been following The Fro for a number of years found him it be informative and entertaining at the same time. Thanks..game time now have to go Eagles vs 49ers.

[@melissas4874]

That's only because they put the thicker manual online now rather than printing it.

[@BrittanyPeterson92]

Thank you Jared! I just got this camera and would have been lost without this video. Appreciate that you do this work!

[@theadventuresofgibby7823]

Jared, you do a great job with these. Your D5600 user guide helped me so much in 2018 to get started on my photography journey.

[@kjordan5456]

I have been using my R7 since July. Took it on safari to South Africa. This is a great video even after having it a few months. Learned some new things. Thanks!

[@haroldosterpersonal]

Fro, I am so impressed. I had already watched two videos from others on my new R7. Never again. You explained everything so well.

[@cyndiclower5987]

The most informative video for a new camera owner!! Thank you sooooo much!!

[@bobbinabout1317]

Just got my R7 today and this video is an excellent walkthrough of how to quickly set it up. Thanks!

[@LeValLife]

My R7 arrived today, I’ll be sitting down to watch this tonight, just what I needed :)

[@DeSireeAlicea19]

Thank you for these!! I just purchased this camera after months of lusting over it and now I’m ready to watch this 💕

[@MelissaLaw-o4e]

Amazing finally a channel that has helped me with my new camera! ... love it

[@ToxicDover]

Man, I got my R7 in the mail yesterday, and it's the first camera I've had in probably 10 years. This video is coming in so clutch right now haha. Thanks for putting the work into this one!

[@ekslycooper123]

perfect timing I just bought this camera yesterday

[@jasonmoralesortiz3354]

Same here 😂

[@mbaines95]

Thanks!

[@iwillpower]

Thanks Jared, when i first decided to get in to photography, my first camara was a Nikon D330 then a D3500 and now first Canon.

[@charlesclausen2973]

Thanks Jared I have a pretty good grasp of my R7, but you gave me a better understanding of a few things and gave me a few things to try out.

[@errichines8493]

I'm very new at digital recording. Had a blast with the old film cameras. Thank you Jared for simplifying the introduction tutorial. Using 50mm ef lense now. Waiting for arrival of my 18 to 150mm next week so I can get back in the groove. Will keep refining my familiarity with your tutorial until then. Loving this Canon R7 already and I haven't gotten started yet.😊

[@malcolmhaugen5370]

Always get so much out of your videos. Just bought a R7 and already onto my third new lens. Lots to learn. Just trying to home in on those fine detailed shots.

[@lorraineanderson149]

Thank you Jared. Yes it is a long video but one of the best ones out there to take me through the entire menu! I learned so much on my new R7 from this video before I even started to use it. It did help me take better photos of wildlife and portrait photos so far. I also saved this video so I can access the table of contents to help me out when I get stumped on settings or where to find it by your great color code idea of Red, Magenta Blue and so on. This was perfect for beginners like me!!

[@frost5]

Since buying this camera I’ve had so much fun

[@alansach8437]

It is a fun camera!

[@stuart1970]

ive just bought the canon eos r7. this video is really good ..thanks for making it

[@Rdbrd7126]

Interesting, what is wild to me is honestly this is probably a terrible camera for someone's first camera if new to photography, not because it's bad but because it's not designed for them. It's clearly designed for semi-pro to pro use. I'm super excited about it and these are great to know things as someone moving up to this camera but I'm shocked when people recommend this or the R5 or R6 as people's first camera. I'll give canon credit for knowing how overwhelming this is though and giving simplified options for people. It would be awesome to see this whole guide again more from a pro standpoint. Also, I'm as a wildlife and landscape photographer, back button focus sure saves me a lot of time from accidentally touching the focus when I don't want to but to each their own. Appreciate this none the less.

[@melissas4874]

I have to disagree - this is a great camera for someone new to photography because it does everything for them. Now if they want to learn more about what aperature means, how to use manual mode, why people back button focusing (it is not just to focus)? Then this may not be a good starting camera since it could promote complacency, but people are going to learn if they want to whether they buy this or a used T7i.

[@scuffleburgoutdoors]

Just bought this camera . Upgraded from a Canon DSLR ! Thank you very much for the informative video !

[@wandering-js]

I would have given up the photography all together if this video was not there... 😮 Thanks a million times.

[@BrianBezanson]

Thank you for the great tutorial Jared. I bought my R7 in early August (upgraded from a 2008 Canon 7D). I hadn’t cracked the manual yet and knew I was missing out on things, but was I ever. This past weekend I shot my daughter’s last horse barrel racing event and was shooting RAW and M and getting way better results than the previous event I shot a month ago. I’ll be buying the FroPack 1-3 Bundle tonight since that tutorial was worth more than $90 to me. FYI: I had some issues trying to buy via my iPad/iPhone the other day via PayPal. I had no problem logging into the PayPal app from those devices, so it seemed to be an issue from your system to theirs - would hang in the step of may second factor authentication. With Canon’s pretty nice RF lens sale I’m switching over to just RF lenses and for budget (F4 vs F2.8) I went with the L glass of 15-35, 24-105, 70-200, plus the 50mm 1.8 and the 100-400mm that were also heavily discounted.

[@jgabriel_hp]

Thanks for the video. It was super useful! A complete guide that should be mandatory for anyone with basic to no knowledge users.

[@magnonandrade5965]

what a legend. Thank you so much to share it for free.

[@mozzie71]

Thank you.. Just got the R7, and you have saved me hours!!

[@twrea]

I like that you have this video, as I was able to follow it back and reset up camera settings. I do like how you approch setup.. I go from sports to plane to landscape to street using the cust. setup C1,C2, an C3.. both in shooting an video, really nice to have the ablity to just shift gears so to speak. While not really a major feature in this video, one aspect that many goss over.

[@NateEpicsaurus]

October 21st 2023, I just got this Camera today and It is overwhelming to begin with haha. So many options but All I need to know is Juggling the Exposure triangle.

[@asystasyorg]

Jared, man, thank you for a very clear tutorial...much more enjoyable than Acrobatting through 900+ pages of tech writing. I own the EOS R7 and EOS RP and will look to see if you have a similar guide for the RP. Thanks dude!

[@nicolastuart7559]

Thanks Jared, that was an excellent and easy to access and remember tour of my new R7....now to make time to get out and put it into practice.

[@tonyw3250]

Great video, I've just ordered a R7 so it was great to watch

[@mossobscura]

UI just got my hands on an R7, so it's time to follow this and get it set up.

[@jamesking4225]

The best tutorials on the innerweb

[@madvic2]

Brilliant run through (getting my new R7 tomorrow) . So much easier to get a run through of useful stuff to set that using the manual . Thanks again 👍

[@andyrhodes1673]

Thankyou very much Jared, this has been a huge help.

[@eman8653]

Great stuff, what he’d it twice now. Will definitely watch again at some time.👍🏽

[@BigWillSD]

Awaiting delivery of mine. Thanks for the video!!

[@alrozanski8352]

Hi Jarod, purchased the R7 from Allens Camera the other day, awesome camera. This video is excellent. Thank You 😀

[@cropperson5583]

Focus bracketing is one of my favourite feature on this camera

[@okaro6595]

The reverse display works only when you turn the screen forward. When it is on the display screen is shown mirrored which helps composing. The image or video is still stored normally. With strobe lights one should turn the exposure simulation off or the viewfinder will be dark.

[@thomasfuxa5818]

Perfect for setting up my new camera. AWESOME

[@paulmk2290]

Excellent, Jared. Good info, delivered at a nice pace.

[@christof4105]

23:45 dont turn off lens corrections if you´re shooting jpg, even modern lenses depend on in camera lens correction. As he said: in jpg everything you do in camera is baked in into the jpg. He´s turning all of it off, because he´s shooting raw and does the lens corrections in post. But for beginners, turn them on. Edit: The R7 has focusing problems with shooting at H+ in low contrast situations.

[@mg3media]

Can't wait for the R6 Mark II Video!

[@maxmeitzner9871]

Letss goo my r7 recently ship, soo this is perfect timing

[@HeadlessChickenTO]

Yay, I've been waiting for this.

[@christiannoyola7961]

Waiting for my r7 as it’s on back order but thanks for these videos!!!

[@Richard_M_86]

Manual threshold for minumum shutter speed when using (custom ranged) auto ISO is the best thing on a camera and you do not explain it 🙂. It is such a great tool. AV mode + limited auto ISO range + this setting = GOLD!

[@reinhard8053]

He seems to explain only his way of doing things. That's OK, but that's the reason I soon stopped watching. There are better tutorials which are critical to some options but at least explain them. So not a camera tutorial but to his way of doing photos.

[@brickengineer2788]

This is awesome! Thank you so much for your videos! Always helpful when I need to make an informed decision!

[@jeremyparr4238]

Jeremy Parr Hi Jared wow awesome info as I am saving for this camera thank you for showing this video yours truly Jer😁

[@vinniexl75]

Thank you so much! Might be long for a video but not for a new user!

[@anthonyhershko]

Love those videos so much, I just hope you had one for the old 5D MK IV. Just to bring the best of her..

[@jarlathmcnee3833]

I used it since I got my camera back after 3 months with a new mother board!

[@ScottStein1]

Hey, Jared! Thank you for being so generous with your time and expertise. This total newbie greatly appreciates you! Quick question. Somewhere along the way in this tutorial, you show how to format the SD card. Is there any difference between formatting via the camera or via a stand-alone computer like a desktop, laptop, tablet, etc.? On the desktop, there are more options (which, of course, adds to this newbie's confusion). Does the camera already know which of these options is best, therefore, formatting on the camera is the best way to format the card? Or, does it lack these options, thus, formatting on a computer is superior? I'm referring to options like File System, Allocation Unit Size, Quick Format, etc. Thanks!

[@mikelister4590]

I have been told..and have made it a habit..to format on my PC and then again IN CAMERA...because sometimes get an error message card not formatted by the camera . Double protect that the card is clean and ready to go

[@jermainemckinnie791]

MAN I LOVE AND APPRECIATE YOUR VIDEOS WITH THAT BEING SAID DO YOU HAVE A DETAILED VIDEO ON SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHY?

[@skyscraperfan]

Looking forward to test the R7 next week at Photopia in Hamburg. That sadly is the only alternative to Photokina now. I hope Photokina will return one day.

[@wouterdorsek3447]

This was super helpful! Thank you very much

[@deemaxful]

Its my starting with my canon r7

[@focus1ist]

Cool! I'm getting one next week! Thx!

[@raylll2195]

This video is extremely helpful and informative! Excellent ! Recently I bought a Canon R7, I have a question, hopefully will get an answer . Menu -- AF page 1 AF operation, my camera always locks at MF, no option for AF SERVO. I tried to reset camera a few times but still when I turn to page 1 of AF, there is no other option except MF in a blue bracket. How can I change to Af servo ? Thanks for a reply. Ray

[@rohanind3]

Thanks Jared..really helped a lot!

[@musicman8942]

Once I get past Jared's delivery his videos are really good. One thing I'm surprised he doesn't talk about is the kit lenses and that they are all polycarbonate (aka plastic) - even the lens mount. Not cool with that.

[@sherfillouisy]

Thanks for all the information great job.

[@BrucieNZ]

I've been having focus problems with my R7 recently. After looking for solutions I see a few people saying Canon has done warranty replacement of some components to fix it.

[@PoormanPokemon]

Thanks for the walkthru! Much appreciated

[@ianstewart4439]

Thanks, a great quick run through.1:34.21. The manual took me a little longer.

[@gordons.dempseyii1345]

I did everything but the video part. I have the ring on my adapter so, I use it to adjust my aperture. Got my camera today.

[@Twobarpsi]

Fro knows fro-toe!!

[@davezorn]

Thanks for all the info

[@yeshuaalbarico7152]

What do you prefer? R8 or R7 😊?

[@scottrph]

Hey Jared, any plans for a Z9 video? I know you primarily use Canon gear right now but your knowledge and utility of other cameras would be helpful, at least for me! I know you put a lot of time and effort into these, appreciate it.

[@matthewbell1968]

Thank you Jared that's a great help

[@darylrergis]

Thank you for going through this camera but what lenses do you recommend?! 😅

[@cheezehead12]

Just bought this for Christmas.. thanks for the info @jared

[@sseylani4582]

Perfect. Thanks 🙏

[@philiprolenick4475]

The big knock on the R7's electronic shutter is that shooting at 30 frames per second can yield rolling shutter effects on moving subjects, while the mechanical shutter, being limited to 15 fps, doesn't do that. So set the electronic shutter to 15 fps! No rolling shutter and no shutter vibration - for sharper low light shots and silent shooting. The camera will last longer, too. (Since I don't shoot sports, I set my electronic shutter burst rate to 3 fps.) But I'm glad there's still a mechanical shutter in the camera so I can use the "close the shutter when the camera is switched off" function to protect the sensor while changing lenses.

[@alansach8437]

There is rolling shutter at 15fps electronic, but you are right....much, much less. I've been shooting thousands of flying birds at 15fps electronic and getting only a few here and there with noticable rolling shutter. The other complaint you hear is about the buffer not being big enough (though it's twice the size of the buffer on the well loved 7dii). Again, in a camera at this price point, consider the 30fps advertising hype. 15fps is still blazing fast, and I have been catching amazing action without once hitting the buffer; and I'm not even using the fastest cards.

[@crush03]

Sony a6700 user guide next 😊

[@NorfPhilthy]

I was looking for the M mode with a clean out for podcasting

[@deemaxful]

Thanx a lot

[@comradeivon5034]

Hi, kind of curious why you would shoot in srgb... isn't adobe rgb the larger colour space?? or does it really even make any difference? great video though, really thinking about getting this camera or the r8 and your videos are being very helpful. Have a good one :)

[@cornertankcorner]

Thank you for this video!

[@jameslong1540]

the new lens RF-S does not have a manual and Auto button -- so it is on the camera

[@FILMSCHOOLCINEMATOGRAPHY]

Great video sharing brother. Thank you

[@luisa9628]

You should look into using HEIF. It's straight up better than Jpeg, better quality and smaller size. It's like H.265 vs AV1, AV1 is way better and more efficient.

[@618barbell]

Appreciate this video, cheers

[@JuanVillaflor2003]

On my R7 I don’t see an Image Stabilization Setting, only a Digital IS setting. Where is the other IS setting?

[@KamalSinno]

Hello Jared, I just purchased this camera yesterday, I have experience with canon cameras, however your in depth video helped in many things like I didn’t know that there is a wheel around the joystick for extra control which is used to control the aperture. I got with it an R to EF adapter while using the canon ef 24-105 f4L IS1, the one that comes with the 5D mark 3. Ay 43:45 in your video, you explain about the focus guide. I cannot see the focus meter on the screen like you do when demonstrating it. It’s possible that I cannot see it because I’m using an adapter & ef lens instead of an RF or RF-S like you are using in this video? Thanks

[@stmohir]

Thank you for this great video, Just got my R7 and I am following the setup process you are going through, but in the image stabilization menu, there is only the Digital IS option. I updated the firmware to its newest version, and yet... Please advise. Thanks again.

[@CrisURace]

Dude, thank you so much!!

[@MR-tm5ny]

Awesome stuff, super informative and a great walkthrough. Thanks!

[@jeanisoderstrom4592]

might be purchasing the R7 moving up from M50 .. can't afford R5 ,,, You suggest the R7 ?

[@seanhalliday184]

HI love this video really helped me set up camera. I cant get the video function to work- message " video SD card cannot be used to indentified to record on multicards ". I have 2 SDs and not sure why I cant video. Tried choosing 1 SD on video but still same message ( is it too small an SD)