Canon R5C Review a REAL Hybrid Cinema Camera

[@VEL0ZE]

You honestly won’t go wrong with any camera released in the past 3 years! What a time to be a video creator 😌

[@joenicklo]

So true.

[@tombuck]

I think this is the best thing to remember 👍

[@gorillablvd1945]

I’m only 2 years in and this about the 5th time I have seen this statement. Glad I entered now. 🤣🤣. ( Sony a7iii user) my very 1st camera ever

[@caseybachmeyer]

if you buy a black magic as a vlogger? cant go wrong? hmm..not sure about that

[@cammackey]

The R5C has seriously been perfect for the type of clients I currently work with. Thanks for having me brotha. Also, that cage looks freakin badass!

[@CineVinci]

I was thinking the same thing 😂that cage is super badass

[@MyekalBenham]

Best cameo ever!

[@CringePanda]

After I saw this comment I learned that you switched to the FX3, which is what Armando also prefers.

[@onlysublime]

Actually, Canon did make the overheating on the R5 disappear. With the latest firmware, the camera doesn't overheat anymore. You're going to run out of record time or battery before it'll overheat no matter what mode. I used to record in 4k cropped to avoid overheating because it's still a supersampled 4k (5.5k to 4k) but doesn't overheat. But now with the newer firmware, I can do the 4K fine mode (supersampled 8k to 4k) and not worry about overheating.

[@mariotoroquiroga9566]

I own a Canon R5 since it was released, it never overheated once. And I use it intensely in real life scenarios, not making stupid tests that obviously are going to stress the camera.

[@deroux]

Love my canon C70. Full size hdmi, long battery life, ND filters, pro audio, full frame adapter. Raw. Gorgeous image. Love this little beast.

[@veewooks924]

how’s the AF?

[@deroux]

@@veewooks924 great with Canon lenses.

[@ALLTHINGSCINEMA24]

Now this sir is a camera review for cinema camera's.. I appreciate you.. So many camera reviews that don't have any substance behind it with real cinematic experience and testing to go with the words in their review. Your awesome filmmaker and youtuber.

[@vkproductions4877]

R5C has been a dream for me since the announcement 📽💥 Thanks bro!

[@cruachfilms]

The 5C is my favourite camera, it can be anything you want it to be, small and light with a bunch of NH batteries or properly rigged out, you have all the options :D

[@hoodaffairstv]

that R5c footage is definitely cleannnnnnnnn

[@avdcam]

One thing I would love to see if Kondor Blue would make an updated r5c only dummy battery with 9v 3amp output. Canon makes a special one (DR-E6C DC Coupler) that has the extra voltage output (27watts at 9v/3A) to power the fully 8K60P modes on the r5c. It's a tool I haven't seen any channels discuss and it could be a big help for those needing the higher framerates and don't want to rely on the PD USB-C port. I'm also curious if you tested the newer LP-E6NH vs the older E6N, as it claims to gain 14% more battery life, but I get the impression it's closer to twice the battery life over the E6N since it can output the higher wattage longer. But I haven't found many comparisons online regarding that difference.

[@mondobytes]

They already do and I’ve been testing it😉

[@avdcam]

@@mondobytes Boooh yah

[@cruachfilms]

The battery life on the 5C is framerate dependant more so then resolution, in 4k/50 I get around 45 mins from an NH battery which is totally fine, if I want it small and lightweight I just keep 4 or 5 NH's in my pocket, but there is a way to get much more standby life out of the internal battery, if you're not shooting just hit the media button and it extends the life significantly.

[@ALLTHINGSCINEMA24]

by the way, you were on point with all the points.. the r5c is not for the youtuber or vlogger who want small form factor with best battery life and Ibis and small file sizes.. its a cinema camera for cinematographers.

[@pacifiquekwizera1521]

What a coincidence, I was literally searching for your grading video the minute this one popped in my notifications

[@mondobytes]

🙌🏽

[@brandonpetersen10]

Amazing video Armando! Super fun short!

[@mondobytes]

Thanks Brandon! The Team crushed this one.

[@TheDIYFilmmaker]

The Micro HDMI review was funny 😂, great camera review Armando!

[@RockyMaiviaMiami]

Been waiting on this review. Thanks Armando

[@alexcristescu8604]

IBIS obsolete? lol I don't know about that! I love using it on my S1H with manual and vintage lenses. I can only see it as an additional tool that you can use when needed. For those times you don't have a rig and you just want to shoot without attracting attention you get with gimbals and shoulder rigs, IBIS definitely comes in handy. Next hybrid camera I buy will definitely need to have IBIS, until then I'm sticking with my S1H.

[@mondobytes]

I meant it in the filmmaking world. There's a reason why cameras like Arri and RED don't and will probably never have IBIS, it hinders the image. This is why Panasonic came out with the GH5s removing IBIS because of all the filmmakers complaining how it messed up their image.

[@alexcristescu8604]

Canon R5C is not in the same league as Arri and red (maybe Komodo). I'm not a camera scientist but I really like the image that comes out of my S1h, haven't shot on the R5C personally but from what I've seen, its not leaps and bounds ahead of the S1H in terms of image quality so I don't t follow on how IBIS messes up image quality given the S1H has IBIS. Bottom line, the R5C is supposed to be a camera you can just pick up and shoot, for it not to have IBIS makes zero sense. Given Canon's history I wouldn't be surprised if they went this route to sell you more RF lenses with IS.

[@mondobytes]

@@alexcristescu8604 When you rig a camera up to a car mount, gimbal, shoulder rig, etc if it has IBIS the sensor will always move. In fact take the lens off of your S1H and wiggle the camera and you'll see the sensor move. Even if you turn IBIS off it will still wobble inside giving you unnecessary motion blur or other weird artifacts in your image. It may not be in the same league in terms of image quality but it's still a Cinema camera. It's target audience is filmmakers not KZbinrs, that's what the R5 is for. This is why you also don't have IBIS on the C200, C500 MKII which I've owned and with the C500 MKII I'd say it's in a similar league with RED and ARRI. I've actually talked to Sony engineers and have told them to get rid of IBIS on the FX3 it's not needed. I'd rather have built in ND Filters over IBIS any day. IBIS is cool if you're a vlogger/content creator but if you're shooting something with purpose it's not necessary. Great example is Cam Mackey go check out his channel. He does a ton of run and gun with the R5C and it looks great! Because without IBIS it has a natural look and the motion is more realistic which is why I'm glad Canon left it out. What they should have done is given us a full HDMI that's blasphemy it's 2022 and nobody in their right mind wants micro HDMI. It's ridiculous that even the EOS R had Mini HDMI not that it makes it better but Micro is a step backwards!

[@WhereToFind]

@@alexcristescu8604 ibis cause bad wobbles in the r5 , and digital stabilization is so good these days IBIS isn’t really needed anymore. Don’t rely too much on IBIS for video

[@mbismbismb]

@@mondobytes u need to stop talking to amateur like him lol he wouldnt understand

[@OT4Tech]

Great review dude it definitely helped me

[@kylelowe]

I got the R5C and love it. I also have a C70 and even though it's small, it's still too big for some scenarios!

[@ChringyTechTalk]

1:34... Canon R"fry" 🤣🤣. Perfect.

[@mondobytes]

Haha glad someone caught that 😜

[@Bradlee217]

This really makes it hard to pick between the FX3 and the R5C

[@ddoleiden]

I own the R5 C. I like that it has built in waveform, false color, and vectorscope plus anamorphic support. Sure, you can easily get these tools with an external monitor, but I don’t always shoot with one. I do like the FX3’s AF and especially the E-mount lenses from sony and 3rd parties. The FX3 with the 24mm GM seems like such a nice combo for gimbal work. Canon has more RF L primes in the works, but I’m assuming they’ll be huge and expensive.

[@Bradlee217]

@@ddoleiden yea to me the lenses and portability is starting to become a thing. I’ve had both Sony and canon, and I love using both systems but I think Sony is becoming a better choice for my needs.

[@LiveToRideMTB]

Sooo, I came back to see if they had improved that battery life issue. The issue for me is my main camera is a C70, I was really hoping this camera would be a great b cam/gimbal camera. Having to use an external power supply kills that idea / I am still stunned they bought our a £4000 camera that runs for so little time on its own batteries. Rant over, thanks!

[@anthonylunagonzalez]

I also had the Red komodo ..but now om working with the red V Raptor, and thats a beast.

[@33rdframe]

So I just saw that this video had an ai overview when I was in my feed... Wonder what your thoughts are on that

[@ziyaadmedia6889]

HELLO ARMANDO I HAD A QUESTION THAT I AM A FULL-TIME MUSIC FESTIVAL VIDEO AND PHOTO PERSON. I SHOULD GO FOR CANON R5C OR R3..??

[@vailant]

Not Armando, but I would choose the R3. R5 C is quite rigid for that scenario, I'm afraid it'll slow you down instead. But, if you're hired as a dedicated video person instead, I'd choose the R5 C. BTW, weird that Canon wrote it "R5 C" with the space in between.

[@GalacticoUC]

Excelente video Armando como siempre, las mayores criticas a esta cámara tal como mencionas son la poca duración de la batería, la puerto mini hdmi y también el carecer de Clog2. Creo que si eres cinematógrafo es mejor opción la C70 y si eres un usuario casual que quiere una cámara hibrida, la R5 me sigue pareciendo mejor opción que la R5C, sobre todo después del último firmware que prácticamente elimina los limites de tiempo por sobrecalentamiento, es mas compacta y tiene ibis. Un saludo!

[@hunglemed]

true hybrid

[@davidferrer678]

It’s ridiculous. Both are great cameras, honestly use whatever platform you want or use both.

[@weztastudio6170]

gUYS WHAT LENSES DID U USE IT LOOKS VERY CLEAN PICTURE

[@mmlewis1030]

Its seriously Canon tradition to iterate a design and protect another design. The C70 in this case.

[@antpruitt]

Another great video. I feel like this camera is almost perfect. Really enjoyed my time with it. Just need an external monitor.

[@caseybachmeyer]

Great Movie! How often did you use autofocus?

[@DanielePauletto]

I'm loving it! And yes, all you said is true! Does anyone know about a firmware update? Love to see one soon.

[@JaymesMedia]

I would love if you tried out the Fujifilm X-H2S. It even have Full size HDMI

[@alikeshvari3576]

I'm a filmmaker.. Thanks for sharing. let me ask about easy auto focus..r5c or fx3? (when u using gimbal)

[@ruff1draft]

The only thing with this camera is the battery it should use the batteries that are used on the Canon C70 and a full size HDMI slot also ND filters.

[@StephenMirabal]

@armando is there a reason you don’t shoot in ProRes Raw? At least for this production?

[@ruff1draft]

Armando when shooting in 4K or 1080HD how long does the battery last.

[@MonteWeaverofficial]

Wow .. Love the BTS footage

[@ectoproductions]

When I tried to download it, only part of the clip would be visible and the rest would be offline. Did you have this issue?

[@yosuhanverdecia]

Hey hello Armando, nice video and super interesting as usual, do you think you can make a review about the Canon R7 it would be pretty interesting to know your opinion

[@MichaelNguyenn]

Wow Micro HDMI. Yikes. I had that on my GH4 and the connection is so weak and after a long period of use it no longer stays in place.

[@mondobytes]

It’s a slap in the face!

[@lecaptainfury]

Amazing review ! I have a question about the raw files of the thriller : impossible to create proxies with the .CRM files in the description... Someone know why ? (It's ok with others .CRM files but not theses one...)

[@RylisPro]

Does the Angelbird 2tb Mk2 card slow down & freeze up the R5C? The Angelbird 2tb Mk1 card does that to my R5 & gets super annoying haha! Thanks

[@jermainenaidoo]

For most run and gun setups, you don't have the time to carry full rigs or battery packs, this can be an issue

[@mondobytes]

Really, I do a ton of run and gun projects and I always use a V-Mount, Monitor setup.

[@Centuri07]

What is the attachment you are using from the cage to the monitor, looks like it is stable and swivels really well, trying to recreate this for my C300 mii with shinobi 7". Thanks

[@eljefedejefes]

thank you for the info armando

[@germancreatives88]

Can you test the Z9 8k internal raw unlimited recording

[@ryanisaiah3308]

Would love to see a comparison of R5C vs a7IV

[@mondobytes]

Not even in the same league, completely different cameras for different purposes.

[@avicreates]

Canon R FRY production! I heard you! Lol

[@internetpasanga3581]

Can we use sigma 18-35mmlens on canon r5c?

[@UCTeeth]

If you could only pick one camera to do it all (photo and video, non professional) would you choose FX3 or R5C

[@mondobytes]

Neither, I would pick the Sony A7R5

[@trashbag8124]

@@mondobytesy the a7r5 over the r5c? I’ve heard the Sony has rolling shutter issues and is really not the greatest for video.

[@mondobytes]

@@trashbag8124 people are stupid and complain for the dumbest reasons. I’m planning on making a video one day on some amazing Hollywood movies that have rolling shutter and nobody gave a fuck. It’s the most idiotic arguments of fanboys online. A7RV is in incredible camera and shoots epic video and photos watch my review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ap-Qf4R4abKDqdUfeature=shared

[@cwinasia]

Thanks for the review and bringing the new cage to my attention. Could you share what you're using to edit the 8k Raw? I'm running a 2013 MacPro still but it handles the raw from my c200 well enough, but for my R5 I have to transcode. 8k kills it, but from what I've seen many NLE still struggle with the 8k even with the newer Macs , especially if you're a premiere user as myself ; ).

[@mondobytes]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJ_Lo4B5oNR2f6c

[@Chris-ey7zy]

Need to upgrade to m1

[@udy0243]

Any idea why Netflix rejected the R5C certification???

[@user-hw9uy1bf7k]

clog2 maybe

[@frenchcoupon3391]

The size of the rig is an overkill for me :( And I know it’s not that big

[@travisminneapolis]

You made me laugh about the micro-HDMI. Originally I thought Canon only put full HDMI on their professional cinema cameras and then... hello R5C! They could have used the 1d camera series batteries since they already use those in their product lines. 7:28 You bashed Blackmagic's 20-30 minute battery then said "But in our tests, the battery life was actually outstanding" on the R5C's 20-30 minutes... 7:55 Umm... If you instead defended the Blackmagic saying the R5C is just like the Blackmagic, you power them both off your v-mount... But you kinda threw BMPCC under the rug there despite it having the same battery life. Not mentioning the BMPCC6k now has 45-60 minute battery with their NP batteries now.

[@JAPAN4K]

Wonderful video my friend. I'm your fan＋👍🔔

[@internetpasanga3581]

Can we use sigma 18-35mm lens on this canon r5c? got any drawbacks by using sigma lens?

[@ziyaadmedia6889]

Ya you can use it but you have to shift to Super 35 mode...

[@OsmanChaudry]

that rant reminded me of angry joe 😂

[@jocelyndeguise]

Almost looks like an ad for a cigarette company.

[@BrianHallmond]

No ibis? Dang.... could of had it as an option. Your justification defeats the purpose of it being for photography or run and gun. The good thing about Hybrids is having less gear to lug around or not needing as many cameras.

[@Davitor1]

Then get the R5. Simple.

[@PlanetFrosty]

We’re using these in international video/photo work with an order of 50.

[@mondobytes]

😮

[@ddoleiden]

Wow, 50 bodies? I’d love to hear your thoughts on how these bodies are performing in your line of work.

[@ProEditingLooks]

best vdo i want to make vdo like that on my channel

[@MARZILLI]

Cam is the man! I love this dudes style!! ♥️✌🏼😎 GO CHECK OUT HIS CHANNEL!!!

[@User_not_found_403]

Did I hear Canon R-fry? lol

[@arttiz01]

Love this review!! Specially the part where the gorilla represents a decision from Canon. He He He nice! Now that Fuji launched the X-H2, I am wondering if I should remove the R5C from my wish list.

[@benjamin.kelley]

That stupid micro HDMI. No one has that cable when they need it.

[@mondobytes]

So true!

[@livestreamsuk6004]

No redesign its an R5 remeber photographers! LOL!

[@Dilandau88]

So you've gerry rigged this thing up to become essentially a C70, while totally ignoring the photo capabilities... it's called a hybrid camera for a reason. At that point, why not not just use a C70? You're treating it like a cinema camera, but it created as a hybrid. The poor battery life makes this cam a failure at it's core purpose.

[@mondobytes]

C70 Meh... If I wanted a Super35 camera I'd get the RED Komodo. Nobody ignored the photo capabilities, we choose to focus on the video capabilities of this camera since that's what my audience wants to know. And yes, it's a Hybrid Cinema Camera I think I said that multiple times in the video lol.

[@joshuafroi]

1st

[@chrisjohnsonfilms]

Life accomplishment

[@joshuafroi]

@@chrisjohnsonfilms hahaha 😆👌

[@laurenthenry]

Well for me the FX3 is much more run and gun. No IBIS and very bad bad battery life reminding me of my old bmpcc4k, no thanks 😁

[@ddoleiden]

Also the E mount lens selection is really nice. I have an R5 C now, but I’ve been really tempted by the FX3 for the reasons you stated. FX3 plus 24mm GM must be a dream on a gimbal. I just wish Sony would at least give it waveform and false color. Anamorphic support and shutter angle would be nice too.

[@plisskenetic]

Why even listen to a Sony user?? We all know Sony users are biased and diss on Canon any time any day. Rather listen to a Canon pro!

[@mondobytes]

Did you even watch the video 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@ThisIsTechToday]

Lol at the HDMI rant 😅

[@mondobytes]

🤣

[@romasandmo]

Girl in red is holding a cigarette for the first time in her life 😅 Anyway, I'm just casually watching videos of things I will never be able to afford ;DD

[@joenicklo]

I love the dual menu system on the R5C, especially if you're pairing it with a C70.

[@BocarandaPodcast]

Papá tú sabes que te admiro, pero acá tienes problemas con el audio, los zancudos están muy altos y hay que ponerle un filtro para eliminar el siseo. A Call. Que no pude resistirlo y me interesa el tema pero mis oídos no lo aguantan.

[@NameUndrConstruction]

Id like to see someone do another run of tests with the R5 with all the new updates for the heat management

[@magnus547]

I've tested R5 with the new updates and actually did a full production in 8K raw, using the R5 on all all day shoot. Overheating is a thing of the past. It doesn't overheat anymore! My next video will show how it went.

[@d1zzyb0n3]

@@magnus547 Are you saying its not worth getting the R5C?

[@magnus547]

@@d1zzyb0n3 The R5C does have some advantages from a video production standpoint. 8K at 60fps (I don't need that), and the Cinema line interface in the camera, which is very handy. But the reduced battery life, and lack of IS are reasons why I don't want it. Yes, for some filmmakers, IS is more of a nuisance than an asset. I get that. But for me, it's come in handy. So it's up to you. Since the update, I can't remember the last time I worried about overheating the camera. It just doesn't happen.

[@urba.cinematics]

When is the FX3 markII coming?!

[@kyeongheum]

Thankfully, after the recent firmware update, the overheating issue on R5 almost disappeared. It's a lot more usable now!

[@sammymorales6838]

My problem with putting a V Mount on a small camera is that it defeats the benefit of having a small camera.

[@JOAOAUGUSTODIASABREU]

Spot on 👏👏👏👏👏💯

[@dukepham]

Took you too long to release the video 😛 thanks for sharing. I’m still using my R5C. Any new camera nowadays could be able to do a lot of hi quality works and yeah it depends on who uses the camera

[@dsdddsd4543we]

Micro-HDMI was a terrible decision. Even the R5 and R6 should have had it upon release. It can't be more than a $1 for the full size port.

[@JonPais]

A full HDMI port would not have cost $1.00: it would have required a complete redesign of the camera and greatly added expense according to Canon.

[@Shrek_Has_Covid19]

@@JonPais 🧢

[@shankargopal8417]

Hey Armando is the dynamic range is better than R5 even in the regular video modes other than the raw.. please let us know aswell thanks..

[@andrewbrilliant7591]

Finally the correct review of this camera!! You nailed it, you properly captured the application of the camera and reviewed it in that context. It’s been very frustrating to see so many KZbinrs bashing this camera simply bc they are trying to use it like an A7siii. As a kid of the 5Diii generation, the R5C is a real treat!! Gonna watch your film now.

[@AGTech]

Good old Canon tradition: Don't give people everything they want just to protect their higher-end line of cameras. No internal ND, battery life of a DSLM and Micro HDMI isn't going to cut it for me when it comes to a "true" professional cinema camera...even tho everything else about the R5C would be absolutely perfect!

[@ddoleiden]

I agree, but it’s not just Canon. The FX3 also has no internal ND, plus no waveform, no vectorscope, no false color, no anamorphic support…

[@bigE7218]

It's a hybrid camera but it doesn't have custom presets

[@iviyohane]

9:15 ¡Dilo más alto!

[@LeoKleemann]

I've the R5 and i used in a entire day in the sun, changing to 24 fps and 60 fps and no overheating. So i will keep my R5 will IBIS then this R5C :)

[@WhereToFind]

Funny thing is, they uncrippled the r5

[@mondobytes]

🤣

[@ectoproductions]

Something is wrong with the download files. They only show the first bit of the clip, then there's just nothing for the rest of the clip duration. Resolve just sees it as offline, Media Encoder doesn't even see the whole thing. Tried multiple downloads, zipped and unzipped from the Drive... Anyone else able to get them to work?

[@Madcypher]

Spokesman for Kondor Blue much? 🙄

[@mondobytes]

Yup they’re a channel sponsor and make awesome products.

[@seifenhasedreizehn4077]

I won't pay 5k for a camera with a mini hdmi, no matter what other specs it supposedly holds :D Also, I don't see myself ever using/needing 8k raw, when actual large productions still use arri 2,6k prores444. There is smarter ways to lose money than extra storage space. To my needs, the camera is just overkill in some areas and lacks in others. Lastly, I don't buy the "with some tweeking, it looks like the komodo, so it's a komodo" argument. I am pretty sure with any of the large codec cameras of the last years, even a Panasonic S5 recording BRAW, you could get pretty damn close to the komodo. But I have to say I am not a photographer at all, maybe that's what makes the camera special.

[@allinthemind2006]

If you could only have one for the rest of your life, R5C or a7RV?

[@mondobytes]

Sony A7RV

[@andreforde4319]

Did you say Canon "R-Fried" production? Unintentional Freudian slip, I'm sure.

[@Slipsch]

they should include internal ND when they remove the IBIS.

[@n.antonycruzjavier369]

Vine del video en español, solo para ver como reacciona al micro usb 😬

[@soniaFashion.1414]

Plzź do I phone 14 line up review....

[@iComplainer]

1:06 not surprising..

[@contentm3893]

Nice work.

[@zygote8888]

Another cool explanation video Armando 👍🏼