Canon R5 II LEAKED: Sorry, Sony :(

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Tony Northrup shows leaked specs of the new Canon R5 Mark II from canonrumors.com. These include a 61 megapixel sensor, 30 frames per second (with the electronic shutter) or 12 FPS with the mechanical shutter. It's also getting PixelShift, which almost every other manufacturer has already offered. Tony compares the leaked specs against the current Canon R5, the Sony a7R V, and the Nikon Z9.
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0:00 Introduction
0:20 Squarespace Promo
1:12 Camera prices have TRIPLED
2:25 Canon R50 LEAKED
2:59 Canon R8/R9 LEAKED
3:52 NORTHRUP.PHOTO promo
4:58 Canon R5S LEAKED
5:41 Canon R5 Mark II LEAKED
12:21 Canon R5 vs Canon R5 Mark II
13:13 Sony a7R V vs Canon R5 Mark II
14:20 Nikon Z9 vs Canon R5 Mark II
15:26 Squarespace Promo

[@Snappydadshoes]

Unless canon releases 3rd party lens support with this R5, Sony still wins.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

Valid point!

[@hasanagera]

Agree

[@geonerd]

Yup. I got burned by the FD to EF transition, and will always view Canon with a cynical, cautious eye.

[@johnrus7661]

Winning means being the best, being compatible with an almost nonexistent line up if lenses that are not as good as Canon is hardly worth thinking about. There are very few third party lenses that Canon doesn't make that is unique enough to be worth shooting, and they are all made in EF mount already. So yeah, not even close to be being a meaningful disadvantage.

[@sammyj349]

Sad but true

[@Knowbody42]

One thing I like about the R5's 45mp sensor is the fact that it is *exactly* 8192 pixels wide. That means if you record 8K video, it doesn't need to do any processing to scale it. And if you record 4K video, it only needs to a simple halving. If you have 61MP, now the camera needs to scale the output from the sensor to do 8K or 4K video with a more complex algorithm, which means it'll be harder on the CPU. The CPU will have to be faster and more power efficient to compensate for this.

[@Linealo]

Or the camera will simply crop in for 8K and then everyone will be whiny that there's a crop in 8K.

[@hasanagera]

then 45mp is really a sweet spot. I think it's also quite high mp.

[@yuehuang3419]

I wouldn't mind extra pixel for e-stabilizer and focus breathing comp.

[@victorjnguyenmusic]

@yuehuang Correct. 45mp is the bare minimum for 8k. 61mp is really the "sweet spot" if you're wanting e-image stabilization, cropping/digital zoom, and focus breathing comp. But I would prefer 45mp stacked over high mp any day.

[@tennissir1986]

Wrong. Computers have trouble dividing by other numbers than halving ? The R5 Mk2 also will have 2 CPU’s to reduce heat.

[@kevindahlen]

I will say the second hand market cameras are not bad entry level cameras for newcomers. I get bouts of G.A.S. (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) when I see new camera reviews. It is completely self inflicted but then I remember I am doing OK with my old DSLR 5D4 and fleet of L lenses I have built up over time. Not a lacking set up by any means. Currently, my happiness in my current set up exceeds my bouts of GAS. Who knows, maybe I will get a R5ii second hand from one of you all? So buy them early and upgrade frequently for us slackers who will buy the previous generation gear that is still pretty incredible. :)

[@Mekchanoid]

I remember when used digital cameras were only the woeful early models with all their limitations. Now you can buy 4 used A7riii for the price of the r5 I took my first dip into pro mirrorless.

[@Lil-JensStudio]

The one huge advantage that I see over the R5 is the double Express card slots. I always thought it was silly to have a camera that can fire away as fast as the R5 but was limited to using a SD card slot for back up. Most of the time, I don't even bother to write anything to the SD card and just pray my Express card doesn't fail.

[@rogerbarnett8412]

I do the same..... plus, CF-E cards are cheaper than the fast SD cards... and have come on sale a fair bit of late...for instance, I got an Angelbird 512 for ~$160!! I paid $1000 for a 2 tb Delkin 30 months ago that has been my workhorse and it has been seen as low as $500. I do have a 128gb Lexar CF-E, which is kinda small, and wanted another larger card.

[@markmcinnes9703]

Tony, the R5 has 4K/120 as well I think you'll find. Loving the extra specs for the version II. Canon now needs to open up the RF mount to 3rd party lenses, and they could be on a winner. I have the R6 and R5, and I'm waiting patiently for a Sigma RF mount 🤞

[@Neopulse00]

To be honest, I still remember the Nikon D3X being sold at $7,999 like 10+ years ago.

[@steven871]

A big benefit of Canon is the market for their gear is highly liquid due to the installed base. I can buy /sell quickly on Craigslist, etc, so cycling gear is easy, esp in my metro area. And the twice annual refurb sales are excellent

[@lefturn99]

Comparing rumorware specs against real camera specs. Pointless.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

It's fun and it keeps people engaged. The camera industry needs more of that.

[@forgedfromfreedom]

Means nothing until they allow third party lenses.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

Good point, I should have mentioned that in the comparisons. I try to repeat that every chance I get with the hope Canon relents.

[@robertryan6635]

This is last time I will watch his review. In search of video it shows him holding a R5 II. A photoshop photo to trick viewers from thinking he has one

[@mr.vegetable3301]

Isn't the A7R V supposed to be more for photos than videos while the A7S for video? Maybe the 8k60 will be for A7S V ?

[@jackcroft315]

yes exactly. the R line was for still photography wildlife landscape portraits and the S line for video

[@smaakjeks]

Dear Santa! Okay so, listen, hear me out...

[@TonyAndChelsea]

I don't know if everyone sees it or just me, but you have a "Top Commenter" badge for receiving the most number of hearts from me.

[@smaakjeks]

@@TonyAndChelsea I do? No, I can't see that anywhere XD

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

@@TonyAndChelsea It shows if we click the icon.

[@ermiaramez976]

dude, R5 already can shot 120fps 4K

[@Sockeye404]

yes, but using pixel binning. The mark II seems to be able doing it with oversampling. That's a huge quality jump.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

Valid point; my bad!

[@ermiaramez976]

@@TonyAndChelsea great video, btw

[@WilliamJohnston]

Big difference between R5 II vs R5 - R5 II will likely do away with 30min record limits like recent releases such as R6 II, R7 etc - that will be a big deal to some, in combination with the lack of overheating!

[@magnus547]

There's no overheating in the R5 anymore! But the thirty minute limit makes sense.

[@meyrickgriffith-jones3908]

Sadly, I'm struggling, as a landscaper competing in the international salons, and printing to exhibition size, to find a good reason the upgrade from a 5D Mk4. The only thing it is missing is a tilting screen, which I want very rarely, and when I do it is a short job to hook up the phone on a hot shoe bracket. (And no I don't do video - couldn't care less. ) I just asked myself a very simple question - standing in some location, would I, if I had a different camera, (mirrorless etc etc) take a different picture. And the answer is no, I wouldn't.

[@Moustafa11]

Great video, Tony. A small correction. The Canon R5 currently shoots 4K 120p.

[@PhilThach]

Looks pretty awesome. I'm hoping stacked sensors make their way to the R6 Mark III and R5 mark III in a few years. I'm excited about my R6 Mark II that arrives tomorrow. I haven't bought a max-res full-frame body since my D800 years ago but they are interesting to learn about. Thank you.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

Are you going to do a live unboxing?

[@PhilThach]

@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS I’m definitely considering it but haven’t decided for sure yet.

[@zoekeys1814]

@@PhilThach please do

[@isotechimages.9130]

I think we are likely to see Canon move slowly to BSI sensors but l think stacked sensors in the R5and R6 are still some years away due to the cost l just don't think people would pay the extra it would cost for a stacked sensor in a R6 in particular..

[@jamindavis4820]

Can you guys do a R5C comparison? I've been thinking of getting the R5C as my main camera with my R5 as my backup, but may wait to use this one of it turns out to be better than the R5C!

[@billz4795]

My hope is that when it comes out the price of the original R5 drops to a reasonable level. I have the 5 dsr and struggle hand held blur. I think the R5 would help. I'll add that I've set my custom C2 for situations where I want the most out of the camera, with low ISO, f stop controlling for depth etc - basically landscape and run and gun - 90 perc of the time. I've set C1 to freeze action - high shutter speed, set aperture and auto ISO - seems to help even run and gun when windy or I'm not steady. Plenty of options with this camera (computer). Any suggestions ? Even if I don't get the full 50 mp that's ok.

[@kevindiaz3459]

If it comes in at a higher price it likely won't drop until its time to cut the stock. If it comes in at the same price it will probably see a price drop the way the R6 has with the mkII coming in at the same price. It likely will still be well over 3000, probably 200-300 USD off, with an additional 100 at peak sale times. Cameras at that level tend to stay around for a while even after being made obsolete. They still sold the 6DmkI I think as far as 2 years after the launch of the mkII. Then suddenly, fire sale. Lot of things could happen. If you have no hurry to get an R5, you can wait. Likely a lot of used ones will come up too.

[@RogerZoul]

The 5DSr was a super camera for me, always producing sharp shots. It’s tracking was great too. It was just too slow. I never had a single issue with blur shooting hand held. Except for rolling shutter on the ehutter, the r5 is better in every way, however, so if you don’t need 20 fps, the r5 is a fantastic upgrade.

[@jiridvorak]

same for me. Have 5DSR last 4 years, but fight with many blurred images. Mostly all is fine, when use tripod. But for some daily shooting its kinda overkill. Its really much more for static things so even i mostly take real estate or 360 tours, when shooting wedding or sport report, i am little nervous and think about another body (5DIV or 7D2).

[@clarson2916]

I was a working professional when the switch to digital took place. The cameras were wildly expensive. Over $5000.00 at a time when you could buy a new Nikon film camera for just over $1,000. But, at that time my studio’s bill was over $2,000.00 per month for film and processing. Today an amateur is saving a large amount of money by shooting a digital camera, even a camera that cost a couple of thousand dollars, compared to what I spent to develop my craft. Even so, we didn’t make the change to digital to save money. Until the quality of digital was better than film, I couldn’t sell it to my clients. Better quality, and faster turnaround time, is what started the change to digital.

[@DeerLodgeBlog]

Started to buy up lenses to dive into Nikon. Started with the 400mm AF-S, all in the hopes of getting a Z9 or Z9II depending on how long it takes to save up and buy some lenses.

[@jayfisherphoto]

It's not a leak, it's a rumour

[@capturelightmedia]

That's too bad that the R5 doesn't have 120 FPS in 4K because I've recorded 120 FPS in 4K with it a whole lot. Lol. Just kidding. It's absolutely impossible for anybody to remember the stats of absolutely every camera on the market. Pretty impressive that you know as much as you do, honestly.

[@tekguyphoto]

ahh ok yes - I thought he got that wrong - he did own one after all and he is the 60 FPS master - shoots all or most of his videos at 60

[@Justin_Jahnz78]

I caught that too.

[@LordEderon]

Maybe he meant 120fps oversampled as original R5 has lineskipped 4K/120 iirc

[@tylerdoestech]

I know the focus of this video was the R5 Mark II, I was actually most elated to hear a tiny bit about the possible R5S! Canon has sat on these 75, 120, and 250MP sensors *for years* now that it is about time we start seeing them introduced into cameras! We finally have the bandwidth in storage media and possibly even RAM in the cameras to make those sensors usable at least within "studio" cameras!

[@ColinRobertson_LLAP]

On one hand, MOAR PIXELZ!!! On the other, I am editing some files from a 100mp GFX right now and they are just crushing my aging iMac far more than my own R5. Still, Canon tends to be pretty conservative in their file sizes. The files from my 24mp APS-C Fuji X-E3 were about 30% larger than my 30mp EOS R-granted they were very nice with lots of dynamic range. But I hear you, I too have been waiting for the S model!

[@andreasbrand3191]

the R5 already does 4k120. Yes I know it's not downsampled but subsampled (line-skipped) but it would be unfair to claim otherwise ;-) I'd upgrade immediately if it had a stacked (or global shutter) sensor and lower dark-current (sensor temperature) for long-exposure (astro). In-camera focus stacking, RAW video in a more sensible format and higher 2nd base ISO for lower video noise would be welcome additions. What I would like to see is build in Wifi that can just dump the files to my NAS right away and allows me to leave my phone in the local wifi instead of having to disconnect to a point to point Wifi with the cam only. Also, a smart downsampling RAW format for images should be brought back (better than mRAW and sRAW were), the processor is powerful enough to do this properly, no artifacts. I know I would use it a lot. Cropping is obviously not the same thing. Upgrading will probably never be cheaper again since the used-prices of the R5-mk1 will likely plummet right away, so I'll keep my eyes open.

[@andreasbrand3191]

@TonyChelseaNorthrup1 haha, thanks you guys. It's not going to be a gift (free) though, I do photography as a hobby, I'm just spoiled with high-end global shutter cams and more from work. physics/lasers is the job that will have to pay for the goodies at home. Keep up to good work, especially stay impartial.

[@shkhamd]

I think r5 has in camera focus bracket shooting

[@andreasbrand3191]

@@shkhamd it does, but it does not focus stack those in camera (into a JPG for instance)

[@jojjes3494]

Lower dark current never heard of it before can you explain it ?

[@andreasbrand3191]

@@jojjes3494 simply put: even if no light strikes the sensor, 'pixel values' slowly increase. causes are temperature (the higher, the higher the dark current). With Canon's IBIS introduction their CMOS sensors are no longer connected to the rest of the system so they can't conduct their electrically generated heat away so well. The R5's sensor get's much warmer than my 5DmkIII for instance. Other reasons are defects in the chip and so on. Nikon (sony sensors) shows much less of this, not sure why, haven't dismantled any of theirs. Professional/scientific cameras for long time exposure have actively cooled chips to reduce this, quite commonly to -10°C or lower, I have some that go lower than -100°C, but those are for scientific applications obviously, cost 10x more than an R5 easily - so that's obviously no good comparison.

[@magnus547]

Again, LOVE THE INTRO!!! Hahha. I think I want to pick up some of your merch too. Thank you for always providing info. One thing I will mention is that the R5 1.6 firmware on the original R5 completely fixed the overheating issue on the R5. Have you had a chance to use it with that firmware?

[@magnus547]

Also, I don't believe the camera will have 8K Raw. Reason being that the 61MP sensor would have a higher "K" for the video at full frame, unless they do cropped 8K Raw, which doesn't seem likely.

[@magnus547]

And finally...the R5 already does 4K 120fps.

[@wayneross843]

I get excited whenever a new version comes out…. I’m always the first in line to buy…. . . . The previous version at a cheaper price.

[@KEWords]

such a hit grabber headline. :) I saw this in PCs this summery. "AMD eats INTEL for lunch.." a week later "INTEL smashes AMD's new release with 13th gen". Sony will respond. At this point I am out of my APS and FF great. The R5 simulated overheating.. left a really sour taste to me. Canon has lots of work to get my trust back, while Sony has lenses.

[@MichaelWilliams-yt2ez]

My main hope to see in this new Canon R5II is eye auto focus tracking like the R3. This feature would be such an asset if they added it. I also think the mechanical

[@ZachLovettRaces]

So the R5 already shoots 4K@120fps but it's a setting you have to turn on ("High Frame Rate" > Enable) in the video settings and it doesn't record audio. Are you saying that 120fps will be a default frame rate in the normal video setting (under "Movie rec. size") and record audio like normal? I can see where that would make more sense and be convenient so all of your frame rate options are under one setting instead of having a separate setting to enable "High Frame Rate".

[@mikezupancic2182]

The guy who claimed multiple times that filming in 4k is a waste and that he doesn't do it now claims he hated how fast the R5 overheated. I'm calling BS.

[@djack4125]

I've been shooting the R5 for BIF for two years. Rolling shutter effect has been very rare. It has been a wonderful camera for wildlife, including fast moving birds.

[@Methodical2]

Looks like I will be hanging on to the original R5. I am being more stringent on my upgrade path these days when it comes to camera bodies so new items have to really make me feel warm and fuzzy before I give up the dough. The R5 and R6 updates don’t make me feel warm and fuzzy enough to separate me from my money. I’m really waiting to see what they will do with the 600 f4. My monies are waiting on the big glass.

[@soumyasasmal2268]

Tentative price of it? Any idea?

[@pgtips4240]

I wouldn't have touched the R5 or R6 with those deliberate crippling overheating issues. No way would I pay all that money for something that does not work fully.

[@Methodical2]

@@pgtips4240 I don't do videos so a non issue for me. Nor do I buy cameras for their video capabilities. If video was my main thing, then I'd buy a video camera, not a hybrid. Additionally, I do believe the newer firmware fixed the heating issues for videos but because I don't do videos, I really don't care. Lastly, I don't really care too much about new camera bodies because the R5, R6 and 1DX are great cameras for me and my wildlife and sports photography. I wont' be spending 6-8k for any of the newer camera bodies and again I don't care about video. My only focus is Canon's big glass.

[@Methodical2]

@@soumyasasmal2268 $4500

[@pgtips4240]

@@Methodical2 It was touted as being as much a video camera as a stills camera. They advertised heavily their 8k video. The camera should work. I do understand though if you do not care about video why you might buy it, but to me it was a total con as I do like doing video.

[@Chris-NZ]

Hi Tony, my first DSLR the Canon 20D cost US $1500 in 2004, it was “highly recommended” by DPReview at the time. The R7 is probably a reasonable 2022 equivalent, it costs exactly the same so it is hard to fathom cameras being “more expensive” ! Indeed according to our central banks “inflation calculator” in 2022 dollars the 20D would be the same as $2400 today, more expensive than an R6 .!! Its never been a better time to be a photog when it comes to gear. BTW I still have my 20D, on the shelf, still in perfect working order. !! Cheers from NZ

[@sararargides4713]

Honestly just want a Sony apsc with updated autofocus and more fps

[@swistedfilms]

Those extra MP are useful for wildlife and landscape photography. I have a friend who just got to try the R5 yesterday and the extra MP made a HUGE difference for him. He normally uses an R6. I'll probably get one because it will finally surpass the 5DSR.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

Oh yeah the difference from an R6 to an R5 is HUGE. We never recommended the R6 for wildlife for that reason.

[@swistedfilms]

@@TonyAndChelsea by the way, he got a Northern Harrier Hawk for the first time with the new rig, so a big score for him!

[@jackcroft315]

as someone who went from a canon T7 when first starting out to an RP then an a canon R then a sony a7r3 to the a7r4 the jump was huge almost each time in terms of image quality and it takes time to learn how to handle all those megapixels properly. for me it took 2 years to get as good as i am to be able to edit 61mp with very powerful computer equipment

[@questioneverything680]

Just a question, what are your thoughts of the r5 ii as compared to the a1? You made a lot of mentions to the Z9 and A7RV but not the a1?

[@patrickmorgan7173]

Cameras have gone the way of computers and cell phones...seems every year (or less) a new one up and the prices are well... too expensive to constantly try and keep up with the tech.

[@robertkluck7964]

Another great video - thank you. In the video, though, it statrs in two places that the R5 has 4K video up to 60 fps, but it actually has 4K up to 120fps. Thought I would point that out. Btw - not sure if I would upgrade from my R5. Have to see when it releases and the final specs. Thanks again

[@johnpeterka8355]

Will the Canon R5 II have GPS and back button lighting?

[@tomhalbouty3653]

Nice summary of the changes likely to be incorporated in to the Mk 2. The Mk 2 looks like a rationale upgrade that makes the Mk 2 an attractive and competitive player against other cameras of this level. That said, I doubt I will upgrade from the current R5 as the R5 is really a beast of a camera. If Canon expects buyers to stay with Canon, they need to continue to deliver firmware upgrades to the R5 that are feasible with its architecture. Holding back firmware upgrades to prior bodies is not a good way to build loyalty and retain long term buyers. If I didn't own an R5 today I would entertain the upgraded body. I initially purchased an R6 and returned it for the R5 as I enjoy bird photography. The higher resolution did allow for deeper cropping of images.

[@TazawaTanks]

I’m just excited that my R6 Mkii arrives tomorrow! I don’t have a need (for what I do) for the R5 Mkii, but I’m sure that it will be a beast for working photographers!

[@marcuslindenlaubphotograph862]

The biggest improvements would be for me: Better low light / high ISO performance and built-in GPS as I had in in my 5D Mark IX and 1 DX Mark III. Today I am using two R5 bodies and overall I am super happy. Just wish for the two improvements. The digital TC will be nice if the additional pixel will be achieved without a compromise on the dynamic range. The value for me would be that I could sell my 100-500 and only keep my 70-200. I am not primarily in wildlife photography - hence the percentage of images on the longer end is low.

[@1992tlp]

As you point out, many people prefer the smaller form factor and weight of a non-vertical grip body, myself included, and if these specs are correct, Canon is limiting stack-sensor electronic shutter performance to pro-bodied cameras only(R3, R’1’) for the foreseeable future. Too bad - If they had gone with a 45ish MP BSI stacked sensor the R5 MkII would have been a no-brained, and really put Sony and Nikon under the bar. And honestly, what amateur needs 61MP on a regular basis?? I can’t see paying $4k+ for a camera with unusable rolling shutter.

[@RockPolitics]

The R5II without a stacked sensor is ridiculous. The high frame rate without a stacked sensor is ridiculous. The higher-res view finder with the same blackout issue (yes...without stacked sensor) is ridiculous. I wanted a camera that would absolutley force me to upgrade from the R5. So far, this doesn't appear to get there.

[@Check-it-out]

Pfew ! I was looking at Sony for the A7rV. I am glad i didn't do it. It would have meant that i had to ditch Sony after 6 months already... Don't forget; Canon has the 100-500 mm Pro lens while Sony only has a 100-400 mm !

[@officialbrandoncoleman]

I can't wait, so I can afford the Canon R5 original 🙃🙃

[@raylander6329]

Love it, and will buy for sure; 61 MP makes sense: R5 in 1.6 crop=17 MP; R5II in 1.6 crop will be something close to 22-24 MP; thank you, Tony for the video

[@nubscrub]

26MP, at least that’s what it is for me on my Sony

[@fotografmorteneriksen]

I loved the 5dsr. Although it had some issues, I had lot of great moments with it. I still sell pictures taken with that camera. Not so much with the sony a7r IV which was my next camera. I did not quite like the results colorwise with the sony, although some of the prime lenses they got are great. So I traded in my two a7r IVs, my 50 1.2 gm, my 135 1.8 Gm, my 24 1.4 gm and my sony 16-35 2.8 gm...into the Canon R5. And it feels like home. The pictures I get is more rewarding and pleasing to watch. Will I get the R5 second version? Yes :)

[@G95G95]

Who cares how many third party lenses you can use on cameras that are not designed for actual human use, Sony makes cameras for hardware spec sheets, not for a pleasant, inspiring user interface.

[@jojjes3494]

@@G95G95 is that so

[@chas1878]

@@G95G95 I have no problem using all the functions of the Sony cameras. I've got no clue what your (made up) problem is. I mainly use the A7iv and it perfectly fits my hand and I can use it efficiently for photography (superb performance) and videography (as good as a hybrid camera gets). The (new) interface is fine and gets the job done for me. If you learn how to use it properly its as good as any other camera.

[@G95G95]

@@chas1878 sure it's possible to get used to poor design, or you can just shoot Canon, Nikon, Panasonic, Fuji, etc... and have a camera that works like it was designed for photographers.

[@christhelifeform]

Those upgrades to the R5ii are actually significantly bigger... numbers wise. I agree practically it may not be a significant difference in photograpy, except in some unique situations. But the video numbers are a very good practical upgrade, especially if you are wanting to do some slowmo at 4k. Canon is looking very good these days! I'm liking my RP and at some point will upgrade to the R5ii. I think if you have the R5 for most photography and even video it's probably not important to upgrade.

[@VinceMaidens]

I've shot R5 and R7 since both have come out, had 1 instance of rolling shutter and all I shoot is birds...not sure what you guys are doing but I've never even used the mechanical shutter. I guess I don't spray and pray the entire time i have bird in frame. Weird you recommend mechanical

[@paulrox177]

Wow, the Canon R5 mark ll with these specs seems pretty close to the Canon R5C with just a few improvements.

[@dfj555]

I was ready to purchase a Canon R3 for sports and wildlife, however, when I compared the files with my Leica SL2S, the Leica photos/files were much shaper and rendered much better.

[@partygremlin2675]

Tony, in the video for the R6 mk2 you said that 4mpix is a significant difference, and now you're saying that 42 to 60 mpix is not enough to improve image quality. What's up with that?

[@cgm_rdgdl]

There isn't really any scenario where you get good enough air condition, glass and shutter speed to see a real difference between 45 and 61, as these are already such high resolution. Moreover, the original R6 had a very strong AA filter, which made the resolution upgrade feel much more important.

[@andreasbrand3191]

@@cgm_rdgdl indoors and outdoors at only few 10 meters there is room for additional resolution (less air movement/pollution/convection). Reproduction, art, architecture, large groups of people ... but yeah, 45 to 65 Mpixel is negligible but pixel-shift if done properly would be huge for anything static, small distance/indoors.

[@Sunrazor]

Great so I'll sell my car. The prices are getting seriously silly. Lenses are also silly expensive. This is killing the hobby. Been in photography for 30 years now. And that was it. I have quit. I sold my gear a week ago and I won't continue. It's not fun anymore with the prices soaring.

[@shkhamd]

I m no where near using the full capability of the R5 itself, let alone pushing it to limit that i will be needing an upgrade any time soon 🤣

[@johnpeterson7264]

Given the history of the original R5 I think I’d want to want a solid half year after the mark II came to market and the bugs are identified and dealt with , before springing for a mark II

[@tekguyphoto]

Did Tony get the specs wrong on the R5 Video ??? According to dpreview the R5 already shots 4k@120 - SPEC 4096 x 2160 @ 120p / 1,880 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM

[@NicolasAlexanderOtto]

Here's to hoping they fix the overheating issue. Taking long exposures which I do for work regularly is no fun with the R5 hope the R5II fixes that.

[@adamernsterwildlife]

R5 already has 4K120?

[@cjm8160]

It is line skipped pixel binned. Maybe he means the R5 MK II will be oversampled.

[@Angelo_Paduraru]

@@cjm8160no, he didn’t know R5 have 4k 120fps or completely forgot to mention. There is nothing wrong with the 4k 120 from R5, it’s actually a very nice filmic image, with very high Bitrate

[@jsproduction6875]

Current R5 does 4K 120. Will be interesting to see if Mark II will have same eye control autofocus as R3

[@andyv6127]

R5 ii. Needs: range of eye cup, illuminated buttons, more easily accessed remote socket, flip screen that works in bright light, af points that can be colour changed, lock function on diopter, voice command adjustments to menu items, come with 2 batteries, built in nd filters, graphical indication of available card space, fix the dumb on/off switch location. My 2 cents!

[@itaylorm]

I think it is a good upgrade. The digital crop will be a wonderful addtion for wildlife The dual CF Express B cards will be awesome for speed and allow you to shoot a back up card in case of failure that does not slow the speed down

[@sararargides4713]

Why digital crop for wildlife?

[@itaylorm]

@@sararargides4713 Not sure how to answer that other than to say for distant subjects

[@sararargides4713]

@@itaylorm I get that but isn’t it the same as post cropping?

[@itaylorm]

@@sararargides4713 Autofocus works better when the subject is larger

[@sararargides4713]

@@itaylorm but I don’t think the digital zoom concentrates focus points? I think it just punches in for the viewer no?

[@johnresto1603]

Nothing better than the intro with the breaking news and the glasses being taken off

[@mikej9564]

What about gps? The bluetooth and wifi connect on the R5 are not reliable.

[@TheOriginalRonaldo]

61 Megapixel with Canon colour science!!! 4K 120fps video 8K 60 fps video That's insane !!!!

[@JohnDrummondPhoto]

If as rumored, the R5 M2's sensor isn't stacked but the body has two Digic-X processors, those being the updated one used for the R6 Mark II, could that increase readout speed enough to make the electronic shutter more usable? I am one of those who gave up eShutter on the R5 because of the rolling. I must correct the graphic and commentary at 12:45. The R5 already has 4K/120. But the R5 Mark II is also rumored to have HD/240, compared to the R5's HD/120.

[@HappyHubris]

Sensor will be a limit, regardless of the processing power.

[@palaneproductions7357]

A drop in price to 3399 for the R5 allowing the 3999 release price for MK2...thats a realistic smart marketing move by Canon.The physiological 4000 barrier remains for a 5 series.the Mk 2 looks like it will be closing in on the "perfect camera"???

[@abavariannormiepleb9470]

Any chance Canon cameras can output RAW over HDMI to use them for Blackmagic RAW recording via an external Blackmagic Video Assist?

[@DylanJamesCabo]

5:15 at least you made fun of the mistake Tony 😅 hilarious

[@rmg999]

I use an R6 for general work and a 5DSR for landscape/architecture. Was about to buy an R5 but will wait for the R5 II. I would keep the R6 and the 5DSR though, both are great at what they do.

[@mia_c_21573]

I really disagree that you need full frame. Full frame is obviously nice, but aps-c with good lenses can be a bit cheaper and still deliver images a smartphone can’t make. I think the bigger difference right now is access to studio spaces and off camera lighting. Natural light will always be popular, but I think real expertise of when to use reflectors/fill flashes will make a bigger difference to a career than sensor size

[@denis5850]

agree I'm doing photography for 1 year now I have the better optic available on the market ( Sony gm with a7iv) I use only natural light and I see pro photographer doing much better job than me with 10 year camera and flash

[@Gremlack13]

I had the r5 in my cart the other day and ready to check out, then the r5ii word came out. Stopped and decided to hold off a bit to see if it really is going to be what is claimed and come out when it is claimed. Waiting in great anticipation.

[@SteveSanders]

I wish I had waited a bit - literally just received the R5 three days ago.

[@FordSierraIS]

@@SteveSanders they say q2 2023 though. long wait

[@cmiguel268]

Hope you can help me out. I'm new to photography and I need some advice regarding the BEST SOFTWARE TO REDUCE NOISE. Thanks.

[@michaelf7742]

First these are only rumors. Second lenses are more important than camera Body. Canon unfortunately has NO third party lenses, which is a show stopper.

[@markburns993]

Still happy with my EOS-R. Still great for landscape, portraits, and events. Still a great buy! Still using EF L lenses with it (and a Tamron 35-150/2.8-4 VC)! Paired with my 90D a very good combo. Now, the R7 is enticing...

[@BlissfullyIgnorant]

I wish Canon would come out with a newer full frame camera at a more mid range price point. Something 2k or under. Something not so heavily focused on video. Just give me 24mp, and IBIS, and I'm all set. R6 and R5 are out of my price range, and R and RP are too outdated at this point in my opinion. Make something in between those. Not in between R7 and R10.

[@hemantshah4566]

Impressive, and thank you for a quick specs for R5 II.... do we know yet if it will have the stacked sensor like R3 ?

[@carole2077]

I get sick and tired of all the different models with not much between them. Just makes for a confusing and stressful buying experience. There should be less models with more emphasis on providing a clear pathway. And of course interchangeable lens system that also is not confusing.

[@clivewoolley4492]

Tony another interesting subject, am not a technical person all I want is a basic camera no video system no wifi reduce the menu system by half no less than 50 mega pixel and double the size of battery for longer life.

[@gustavew2249]

I own the R5, would like to know if the batterygrip fits on the MKII, and if the wired remote controls are also fitting (3-pin-connector) / maybe to early to know, but important for me. Thanks

[@Thai.H]

It will

[@gustavew2249]

@@Thai.H many thanks

[@jroar123]

To hell with the high price cameras, they just aren't worth the cost. So what camera that is a step up from your cell phone? Take a look at camera's like the 70, 80, 90D's you will get a fantastic camera that has tons of aftermarket lenses that do a great job.

[@NABR62]

I have the R and the R5. The specs of the R5 II don’t entice me enough to sell my R5 at a loss to buy the R5 II. Don’t get me wrong, I love the R5, but for what I photograph and video, it more than fits the bill for me. Now if money was not an issue then yes I’d jump at the first chance. The R5 has been amazing. And don’t underestimate the R for photos. It’s a great backup for me when I’m doing video with the R5.

[@doghouseriley4732]

R7 has a big buffer? Jeez. I know Christmas is coming but it's a bit early to be on the juice. One of the many problems with the R7 is the tiny buffer that only allows you 1 second of shooting at 30fps RAW.

[@massivgrass]

I actually only need an R-class camera with these Autofocus detecting eyes/animals/unameits and ibis, like an uncropped R7 🤷‍♂ . There were rumors about maybe this year but my hope disappears there will be one at all. Great Video!

[@duschbrauser]

Another camera that is a total overkill for 95% of all photographers. Nevertheless, great presentation Tony. But am I the only one who got bored of new camera releases all the time 🤔

[@avinashrai11141]

No camera manufacturer have focus on creating sensor with better dynamic range and low light performance.

[@patrickmorgan7173]

1 million percent agree.

[@PaprykowyMonarcha]

Great video and 5:16 funny blooper. :)

[@orion2250]

Thank you for the info!

[@HeikoSieger]

You talk a lot about cameras, but what about lenses? The Canon wide angle (landscape) lenses have deeply disappointed me: the RF 15-35 f/2.8 has blurred areas, the 16mm f/2.8 prime is a disaster. The RF 24-105 f/4 is low quality except perhaps for video. The only really good wide angle lens I could find in the Canon RF portfolio was the RF 35 f/1.8, and that's more like a standard lens and not a wide angle. In the RF telephoto realm Canon is again behind the competitors. You got some really cheap 600 and 800mm f/11 lenses. Sony and Nikon has better glass and they allow third party manufacturers. What Canon does well is the ergonomics and the focusing system, but image quality wise I had to dump Canon for landscape/cityscape photography. It just doesn't deliver. What does a higher resolution body do if the lenses can't deliver? Try out a Nikon Z 14-24 f/2.8 or a Z 24-120 f/4 on a Nikon Z7 (II) and you see the difference.

[@stevenwaldstein2249]

First, as always, thank you for the video. I’m using a Canon R5 and Sony Alpha 1 and had thought about adding a A7RV. Seeing this I’m thinking at $4500 it’s just better to look for a lightly use A1 since they are now dipping below $4900. One reason I’m thinking of this is that carrying a EOS R5 with a battery grip and a RF 50/1.2L, 85/1.2L, and 24-70/2.8L feels like a boat anchor compared to the A1 with battery grip and FE 50/1.2 GM, 85/1.4 GM, and 24-70/2.8 GM II. Of course larger CFexpress Type A cards may impact this decision as the major negative of the Sony system. Now want to see what the future Z8 has to offer.

[@hanslind6842]

How far can u take the MP?

[@johnpeterka8355]

Tony, was there any mention about color depth, dynamic range, or low-light performance on the R5 MII?

[@gerhardwiesinger]

According to the rumors it has no stacked sensor. Forget it due to rolling shutter effect on electronic shutter.

[@javierensenat7392]

R5 does shoot 4k 120 already not sure what you meant @ 9:38

[@AnthonyKellett]

If it had a stacked sensor it would be perfect. The R3 (and I presume the R1, when it finally appears) is too large for me to bother with (amongst other minor things). It's just the lack of that faster sensor setup that is a real shame. I get that it would be more expensive, but I don't care. You could price it the same as the R3 and I'd still buy it.

[@kpopfanphotos]

That would cannibalize the R3 though in both of those scenarios. It absolutely makes no sense that there would be a stacked sensor in these cameras. Saw some people theorize that on the R6ii and told them it wouldn't. Lo and behold. Same people saying the R5ii will.. for some reason. Canon wants to give you a reason to buy the R3 and that wouldn't

[@AnthonyKellett]

@@kpopfanphotos - You're almost certainly correct. From a commercial perspective, I understand its thinking. I'm simply saying that, personally, I'd pay R3 prices for that R5 MkII, with a stacked sensor. However, I suspect I'd be in a very small minority.

[@FordSierraIS]

i wonder, how will noise levels be with bsi 61 mp, vs r6 mk2

[@BAADSessions]

The original R5 already has 4k/120!

[@djack4125]

Canon Rumors is reporting the R5 ll may have "dual" Digic X processors. The dual processors coupled with a BSI sensor may provide a very fast read out speed and alleviate any rolling shutter effect. Regardless Tony, I don't understand your assertion that the R5 is limited to only 12 fps when shooting wildlife. The R5 at 20 fps does an excellent job for BIF.

[@animestarlord9021]

The Z9 has the 120 a second plus a 10 pic pre capture. So the first second you're really getting 130 pics, lol.

[@Mekchanoid]

I wonder if it will set a new record for a price jump in the 5d series? The r5 price is just crazy to me. There are a lot of used Sonys out there in lovely condition ;)

[@Davitor1]

Yes the reason Sony is cheaper is because they’re made in Thailand, Sony does have Pro-video cameras that are made in Japan, but they’re much more expensive.

[@steven871]

Pretty sure spec for spec considering both video and uncompressed RAW FPS, the R5 much cheaper than an equivalent Sony. A1=$6500. R5=$3900. And Type B storage hundreds less than Type A. I’d like an A1 for Sony’s big zooms, but R5 saved me about $3k including storage, as a hybrid sports shooter.

[@steven871]

@@Davitor1 Pretty sure spec for spec both video and uncompressed RAW FPS, the R5 much cheaper than an equivalent Sony. A1=$6500! R5=$3900. And Type B storage hundreds less than Type A. I’d like an A1 but R5 saved me about $3k including storage.