Canon R6 Mark II Hands On Initial Review | The Perfect Camera?

[@77dris]

Got the R6 II this week and it's amazing! The high ISOs and shadow recovery is about 1 stop better than my 5D IV and the AF is soooo bang on. Even my adapted Sigma 50mm 1.4 is perfection, and I still can get full H+ high speed FPS shooting with this lens. Wow. Another cool thing is that the electronic shutter goes up to 1/16000s... not even the R5 can do this.

[@M4TR1X]

Do you like more files of the R6 II or the R5?

[@CFLDumpsters]

R5 is slightly clearer and a tad more resolution visibly, but side by side photo print almost indistinguishable. R6 mk ii is really good.

[@Ramage7070]

Awesome job, the footage really sets your stuff apart from all the reviews that drops at the same time.

[@learningcameras]

Means a lot! Thanks Jonathan

[@reykfoto]

@jonathanthill agree 💯

[@peterfritzphoto]

Great review! I just received mine yesterday and shot some video with it today. That ‘detect only’ AF feature is a game changer for me! I LOVE this camera.

[@learningcameras]

Awesome!!! Enjoy the camera

[@JasonPischke]

That sequence off the top!!! I like that Canon has implemented the lock button into the switch, I just wish they stayed more consistent. On the C70, C300 Mark III, and all of their cine line of cameras the power switches always go (off, on, lock) so I don't understand why they have it (off, lock, on) for the R6 Mark II. Very minor gripe, great review as always!

[@clintnorthwood8058]

A7IV wins on IQ for stills without a doubt but everything else it's Canon. Unless you need some small primes with decent video AF in which case you need the Sony.

[@enricomarconi8358]

Dan, you're IT man! Amazing footage and great skills. Today I will subscribe to your channel. Truly top stuff Dan! Bravissimo (Superlative for Bravo in Italian). I shoot Nikon Z6ii now, would you recommend the Canon for Video instead?

[@learningcameras]

Means a lot!!! Appreciate that. If 4k60 is important, that's the biggest benefit to the R6II but you also get 10bit 422 in log which can definitely help. The R6II costs a bit more but it is a better camera overall. The Z6II is still solid though and I like Nikon's flat profile so I wouldn't be in a rush to upgrade. There is a good chance that the stunning video features from the Nikon Z8 will start working their way to a Nikon Z6III sometime soon

[@martyptx]

Me too! (Great video and just subscribed)

[@77dris]

That ISO 12,800 video looks incredible viewed close up on a 5K monitor! I suspect because the larger downsample video will look better than the R6. I wonder how it holds up for photos though?

[@mattyjmogul]

You had me at the opening shots of Olympian Connor Fields ..lol..Im a old school BMX head. It actually was a nice selling point. And props to Canon for having yall in Sony's backyard literally...lol.

[@justesmond]

Dan, great job. You, Manny Ortiz and Gerald Undone are my go-to for detailed information on gear. And your footage is unmatched by anyone in this sphere! Thank you!

[@jigjitsu5599]

Where fro at?

[@justesmond]

@@jigjitsu5599 naw. I watch Fro for entertainment. But when I want no fluff info, I go with those guys I mentioned and a few sources from Europe like Philip Blood, ProAV, and Gordon Laing.

[@Awindwithnoname]

look forward to seeing your reviews. I'm a Nikon user, but I've also used Canon a long time ago. The feeling is new. I wish you good things in the future.

[@kbruff2010]

But - I think the canon menu system and full touch screen control and battery performance and weather sealing and ergonomics and tap to focus and tap to shutter and costs make this a natural progression for canon users

[@shotsi673]

You would think that a lot of the software and firmware changes could be ported to the R6. Especially, the Focus ability, the video mode facility and I dare say the video record limits. It will be interesting to see if Canon does do this.

[@sethiphotography]

Thank you, great video...just ordered mine to replace my R5.

[@conorharrigan9311]

The prices on the new RF lenses are absurd. And its insane we need to get an adapter to use EFs.

[@coryw99]

Great review! You answered so many questions other reviewers failed to mention. Looking forward to more of your content

[@andrejcupac7359]

The on off and dial changes are awesome! I’m used to the right side on off on other Canon cameras but I’m sure it’s not hard to get used to

[@LewisCannonMusic]

Fantastic review! I love the lock button, its pretty much my most important button during the first dance at a wedding! I switch between the bodies a lot at this time and the camera straps have often threw my settings around, and also it stops me trying to compensate for when I move around the dance floor - really like keeping the same settings for the whole dance and think compositionally rather than have my mind on micro adjustments to exposure

[@77dris]

Your b-roll is the best I've seen so far from this camera pReview series. Anxiously awaiting low light and shadow recovery for photos! I still haven't found a mirrorless that is as good as my trusty 5D Mark IV (most mirrorless exhibit banding that isn't there for DSLRs. The EOS R was terrible for this).

[@learningcameras]

Thanks so much! Yep, hoping I get the camera back in the studio for some more formal tests. The reason for banding is typically the way the phase detection autofocus points are on the sensor itself, on a DSLR the autofocus is a separate system. But the bonus to mirrorless is that the AF sensor can be intelligent!

[@77dris]

@@learningcameras Yes! This is what I had read too. The R5 and R6 seem improved over the R for sure though.

[@Nader.subaih]

Thanks. What's holding me back is the dynamic range. I hope you will review it

[@saulmartinez7179]

The best most in depth review of the Canon R6ii. Thanks

[@learningcameras]

Thanks Saul!

[@sniperv]

Opening video was sick Dan! You’re definitely one that has got the art and the tech down! Have had the R6 for about 1.5 years and it’s been great with the exception of overheating on a couple jobs. Latest firmware update, a couple settings to make sure are on, and recording externally on Ninja V, pretty much corrects the overheating in video. Now just recently picked up an R5 and on the latest firmware I don’t get any overheating recording internally and externally. Using the R5 as main and R6 for 2nd body. Not sure if the R6ii is spec’d enough to upgrade my R6 while the R5 is my main body. I like the Photo/Video switch but it’s in a completely different position than R5 and R6i. I’ve always felt the power switch should always be on the right side so you can operate the entire camera with one hand. I do like the face only video focus option (should add to other cameras via firmware), the uncropped 4k60, and unlimited recording (granted I can get unlimited with Ninja V). So looks like the options are: • Sell R6i and get R6ii • Sell R6i and get a used R5 • Do nothing

[@ljs2274]

Personally I think some of these features will be added to r5 via firmware

[@sniperv]

@@ljs2274 hope so, unless Canon plans for a R5ii.

[@sonicvboom]

For photography, if you currently own the R6, then the Mark II is not much of an upgrade. Unless you're a true hybrid shooter - 50/ 50, then yes, sell your current Mark 1 to get the Mark II; I reckon the color sensor from the R5 would complement the R6 II better. Or simply keep the Mark 2 as a back up camera.

[@bespokecustomstudio1565]

My spouse would appreciate option 3 - do nothing. But, that won’t quench the inner hunger for a better camera. It’s a never ending endeavor in the pursuit of perfection. I am only human. And I crave to tech temptation. 😂

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

Any issues with R5? Reviews on b&H not giving me confidence

[@sonicvboom]

With the new 24 MP sensor, did they fix the "yellow-ish" hue skin-tone a lot of photographers were noticing on the Mark 1?

[@JoshBirman]

Would LOVE to see a photo comparison between the R6 and the R6 II. My wife shoots photo weddings on two R6 bodies. She’d love to add an R6 II but is concerned that with the new sensor the colors will be different and require color matching.

[@learningcameras]

On the way!!!

[@77dris]

Colours should be close as they always are with Canon (though the R6 original was a bit off). I'm mostly concerned with low light and shadow recovery.

[@sonicvboom]

@@77dris "R6 original was a bit off". Are you referring to the yellow-ish hue every one was talking about? Also, is the yellow hue only evident when shooting raw (post-processing)? Or does it show up when shooting JPEG/ HEIF formats as well?

[@HEREONOUTBAILEY]

@@learningcameras Where? 🤔

[@sonicvboom]

I wonder if Canon fixed the issue with AI focusing when using flash unit on the R6 Mark II during low light/ near pitch black condition?

[@toksleonatina2753]

I'm a sony boy, I hate to say it but those canon colours & that 4k 60 no crop, but the kicker for me is that 120 & 180fps in 1080P quality which looks buttery, for the price...damn it!

[@lbcitylacounty4982]

CANON is KING! Always has been! 💪

[@raredreamfootage]

6:54 - HDR for moving images. Is this perhaps a sign that Canon has the technology now to implement DGO for video in their smaller mirrorless bodies?

[@Chazyfizzlez]

I have all the RF L primes and the 15-35 and 70-200. Don't feel like I would even want to own any 3rd party lenses so I'm happy with Canon's choice. Red Ring Gang. I'm just waiting on that RF 35 L at this point. The R6mii is a solid choice for sure.

[@harryvuemedia5106]

but there are so many people who can't afford canon's RF lineup that they do prefer 3rd party lenses.

[@kenjiyamamoto8765]

100% i have canon R6 also 24-70 2.8 and RF 50mm 1.2 i feel i dont need any 3rd party lenses too,.

[@harryvuemedia5106]

@@kenjiyamamoto8765 once again, you don't need them but there are others that do need them. Sony has a 24-70mm G-Master that goes for $2,300 us dollars. Sigma has a Art 24-70mm that goes for $1,300.00 us dollars. Tamron has a 28-75mm that goes for $900 us dollars. Rokinon has a 24-70mm that retails for $850 us dollars as well. Sony's 2nd lens that is on the $1,000 dollars level is their 24-70mm F/4 that goes for $800 dollars. The build qualities are all different for the 5 lenses but the prices are the biggest factors in people going with the brand. And if 3rd party lenses weren't that important, I'm pretty sure Rokinon, Sigma, and Tamron all be out of business right now. Canon on the other hand, cannot afford to lose money on their lenses or cameras which is why you will never see them go on sale until black friday. Sony wins easily because they allow 3rd party lens development.

[@kenjiyamamoto8765]

@@harryvuemedia5106 dude as a canon shooter it does't matter to me if 3rd party lenses are existed, i will always shoot with native lenses,. that's arguments are just coming from sony users,. we canon shooters doest care other camera bodies because we know are camera brand is no.1 and reliable,. sony camera bodies depreciates like sh!t in aftermarket,. thats how bad sony comapies are., 🤣

[@cohoonatube]

Great review as always, thanks! Canon always feels like the cool kid who just moved to a new school. Canon has the largest user-base, phenomenal history, manufacturing, and artistic acumen to draw from and yet, they can't figure out an on/off switch, add touch-bars, and then deny users one of the top reasons everyone switches to Sony, 3rd Party glass. The new cool kid is often trying to test the wind to see how things work where he's landed (as a military Brat I resemble these remarks :D)... even if the new kid recognizes the differences, he rarely ever really "gets it" till he's lived there several years. Canon should not have these "new cool kid" issues at this stage in their game. Put the on/off switch where everyone else does, support Tammy, Sammy, Sigma, etc... their kids need to eat also, and get with the full-HDMI picture. That said, great camera! Even though I just purchased an A7iv, Canon is still my favorite user experience overall.

[@john26razor340]

Cold but true... just getting into mirrorless with Canon R6 MK ii so I'll have to get acquainted with this stuff

[@plisskenetic]

Great review! Though you're kinda inaccurate in the part claiming we have very few options with RF lenses. Canon have actually covered lots of the focal range ALREADY (ultra wide & telephoto) with their budget RF range and they're pretty good quality for their prices. Moreover it's a bit odd you compared this to the Sony A7R v's system - that's a $3900 camera vs this canon $2500 bruh. 😅

[@heikogehrig]

Great video Dan - excellent initial review. Loved the intro video! Fresh - differentiated you from the other reviewers!

[@learningcameras]

Appreciate that Heiko

[@colekidd2]

In regards to low light performance i would’ve loved to see you compare the footage of the test you did comparing it to the mki. Zoomed in on the noise especially.

[@colekidd2]

Also the rolling shutter in video you mentioned looked horrible. A comparison to the original would be nice to see as i’ve never noticed my r6 having that bad of rolling shutter during video

[@indyjones720]

@@colekidd2 watch other reviewers and the rolling shutter wasn’t that bad. A lot of his looked due to bad framing and picking out one bad photo over plenty of good ones.

[@JeffreyHawkins]

Would love a video on comparison of the top Sony, Nikon, Canon cameras at extreme ISOs... I.e. If there's just not enough light and you have to shoot at ISO 12000+, are some models significantly cleaner / clearer than others?

[@paullanoue5228]

One thing no one mentions on the videos is the R6 mkII uses about 90% of the viewfinder for focusing the RF 600 and 800mm F/11 lenses. The original R6 only used about 40% with these lenses.

[@capetown_guy]

So glad I stayed with Canon all the way!

[@filmfreek35]

Begun the clone wars have.

[@learningcameras]

Hahaha

[@kyle-anthonyhay6047]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@xxxXXXCH04XXXxxx]

4:18 what the...that color grading...

[@demiloca]

Fantastic footage. Wow. Spoke volumes. Great vid. I have the 6R and LOVE IT. In fact, just bought a second one (used). The only thing I really miss from the 6R Mark II is the 60fps at 1080. If I shot sports and/or weddings, I'd be realizing I really need this one. Of course it's still the better camera but fortunately I can still be happy with my two 6Rs.

[@learningcameras]

Really appreciate that! Yep, the R6 is still amazing

[@ardencyproductions1981]

Why only 24mp for photography when the eos r is 30? What camera will put out better photos ?

[@andrear9500]

On the power switch… it’s not even similar to the one on the R7. Not just for the movie mode but also it turns in opposite direction! I won’t have both cameras but I can see it could be very annoying for some people. And there was no reason to mix things up.

[@frankfeng2701]

To be fair, R7's button layout is a lot more different from R6's than is R6ii's from R6's.

[@andrear9500]

@@frankfeng2701 absolutely, I was not referring to the whole layout, I agree with you on that. As per today R5, R6 and R7 have completely different power switches. I just find it inconvenient if you own two of those bodies. Nothing that affects overall performance of course, just awkward.

[@markeverett3917]

$200 off the Original r6 right now doesn't seem like much of a discount but I'm guessing they'll drop it even more for the holidays.

[@papaou7986]

Great for your preparation and creativity

[@mike_pj]

Thanks for the video… That opening sequence was amazing work. I'm currently shooting on an EOS R and was thinking of upgrading to an R5. I'm mostly a photographer (travel, events, and some sports), but do videography maybe a quarter of the time. Now I'm thinking the R6 Mark II offers a better feature-set for most photographers, even ignoring the price difference. The R5 doesn't have the new hotshoe, limitless 4K HQ video recording, 40 fps electronic frame rate, the pre-recording frames/video option, or in-camera HDR and focus stacking options. The R5 does offer 8K and ALL-I recording, but I can't imagine many use those recording modes, and the 6K external recording is a nice option on the R6 Mark II. I suppose the R5 does do 4K 120, which I could see myself using. The 45mp resolution bump seems to be the last major benefit of the R5. But those don't strike me as being worth the extra $1200… What are your thoughts if choosing between the two?

[@learningcameras]

Honestly 4k120 on the R5 is super limiting anyway...it can only be used in 422 10bit ALL-I so MASSIVE file sizes, limited recording times, and the files are already slowed down with no audio. The R6II is absolutely the best for the price. I fully expect to see an R5II in the next few months though due to those limitations you mentioned. The new hotshoe will become an issue because the new Flashes that Canon is releasing will not work on the R5

[@mike_pj]

@@learningcameras Thanks for the reply and for pointing out the drawback of 4K 120 on the current R5. I hope you're right. It does make sense to see an updated R5 sooner rather than later, especially for hardware changes like the flash hot shoe. But it's hard to say since the 5D/R5 line has traditionally had a longer lifespan between updates.

[@JonathanTBryant]

Loving the video man! Sony wedding shooter now, but these Canon mirrorless lately are soooooo nice.

[@learningcameras]

Thanks!!! Yeah, you can't go wrong with either but Canon did quite a few things right with this one

[@timmumugesh]

Dan,Informative & Impressive Video as always. While seeing some initial reviews from others about R6 Mark 2, i came to know, While Recording in C-log 3 with View Assist Turned On, the False Color WON’T WORK. Pls test it in your final production camera & tell to us. If Yes, try this technique : we can set the View Assist & False Color to two separate customise buttons & Turn Off View Assist while using False color & turn it on ( View Assit ) after using it ( False Color ). We don’t know whether we can set the View Assist to Customise button. ( like to know this too ) Also, want to know whether Zebra works while View Assist Turned On. Waiting for your Secret Project Video & also for Full Review of R6 Mark 2. Thanks Have a Nice Day Dan. 😊

[@EricsTechFR]

I didn't expect the R6 Mark II that soon I’ve just uploaded a video on my channel on how I’ve (almost) got rid of the overheating issue on the R6 😁

[@user-ik3bk4fj8w]

return the old one and get the new one

[@NaihanchinKempo]

Focus stacking has always been there. I I have a cannon 90D with focus stacking

[@learningcameras]

With in camera processing?

[@NaihanchinKempo]

@@learningcameras camera icon menu page 6 photo bracketing

[@highlyunprofessionalreviews]

Great review. The camera is awesome. The only thing Canon needs to improve is dynamic range (especially in video) and silent RF lenses. Sony is ahead in both of these areas. RF lenses are surprisingly noisy when autofocusing. Any on-board mic picks up the constant "ticking", especially in a quiet environment.

[@mauroangelantoni6889]

You should teach that a photo camera cannot be more important that your brain , your heart and you soul .

[@danineoudman7849]

Would you recommend the Nikon Z6II or the Canon r6 II as a first professional camera? Would love to hear!

[@learningcameras]

Hey...so both are great but the Canon R6II has better autofocus performance and a few extra video features. So if the price difference isn't a big issue I'd probably say go R6II

[@CoalitionGaming]

Any word if any of the 1080p modes are oversampled? 1080p quality has been getting badly ignored by everybody lately. Storage is expensive, let's see some optimized 1080p as an option too!

[@learningcameras]

It's not oversampled but there is a 2nd crop mode for 1080p that gives more of a crop but a full sensor readout for better quality, but it only works up to 30fps. But whatever sub sampling Canon is doing in 1080p looks surprisingly good

[@darylhermann3792]

Two questions in electronic shutter mode: 1. Does it have a shutter sound and if so can you turn it on and off? 2. Can you adjust the frame rate on h+, h, l speeds so you don't have to shoot the full 40 fps? Please answer. This is a deciding factor to buy for me.

[@learningcameras]

Yes, you can turn the shutter sound off when shooting in electronic shutter. However, the shutter on the R6II is super quiet so it's one of the few cameras that I rarely even want to use the silent mode You can change the frame rate although I'm not sure how the rates change when in E shutter so for example, i don't know what the fps is in normal h. I'll double check when I get the camera back

[@darylhermann3792]

@@learningcameras awesome thanks so much. Hopefully you can let me know what the different speeds for h+, h, l are when you get the camera back. I have the R5 right now and wish it had those features. It would be so helpful

[@ThomasHalways]

Complaining about the power switch is kind of a proof of: You can never make happy everyone... I always loved one-handed ergonomics on the Nikons, and complained about the quite arbitrary power switch on the Canon's. So I am for once happy that finally the power on-off is on the right side.

[@learningcameras]

So the problem is it's not 1 handed to switch between photo and video anymore... I'd way prefer that. They took that aspect away by changing things up the way they did. I agree that 1 handed operation is best but my argument is this change took that away if you switch between photo and video which I'm way more likely to want to do 1 handed than shutting down the camera

[@bradenmitchell5683]

Been shooting with an OG 6d for a few years and finally decided to upgrade to this! I feel like I am going to be out of my league😂

[@learningcameras]

Congrats on the new camera!

[@Augnos]

Was that 20 second write with UHS-1 or UHS-2 cards? That’s an insane time to write all those photos 😅

[@alanabley525]

very disappointed, the lack of a full size hdmi port is a deal breaker. Had so much trouble on my Sony A7R111 with that.

[@learningcameras]

The solution is to wait until companies have make a camera cage and then typically those will have a cable lock

[@alanabley525]

@@learningcameras Thank you Dan but I want as less weight as possible and having a monitor only on my gimbal is all I want. Best to you.

[@tekguyphoto]

Hello Dan. Long time fan here. Question: if I press the record video button and Im in photo mode which video settings will be used. Can it be custom set like the R5 where it goes to C3 video settings ?? I need this function and my current R6 or my A74 do not support this. Please check or test. Thank you.

[@oemalum]

A bit concerned about the new lock-button. I use it all the time (on R6 MK 1) so I don´t accidentally change the ISO, which happened some times before I learned to lock that wheel. It can really be catastrophic if you have set it to auto ISO. I also lock the touch screen by default. Makes sure I don´t mess up my settings :) But except from this, it looks great! 24 MP will be perfect for event- and action photography :)

[@efreutel]

Superb review. Thank you! 😊

[@evil1knight]

What are about setting custom dials for video

[@MichaelGrahamm]

i have the r6 and it would be a dream come true if we could get some sigma art series RF lenses. tired of adapting my EF stuff. great video :)

[@jeffreyhawker9042]

Major drawback not allowing Sigma to introduce an RF-mount DG-DN series. Off the top of my head, I own 6 RF-L's and 13 EF-L's, so the purchase of Sigma lenses hasn't deterred my purchasing quality Canon glass. But I love my Sigma 105 1.4 & 85 Art lenses, despite owning the RF-85 1.2 and RF 100 2.8 and my Sigma120-300 2.8 Sports lens. While I will probably add the R6ii to my collection of bodies, I am strongly considering the move to Sony because of the Sigma 20 1.4 DG DN lens. Sigma has been there for Canon shooters for the last decade, I want to continue to support them for what they have brought to the world of photography.

[@tokekkk]

2:23 as a mirrorless user, theres a habit of turning off the camera to conserve batteries. Canon did the right thing because now you can turn off your camera with just 1 hand.

[@learningcameras]

I still think it would be better to switch from photo to video with 1 hand

[@nature_people]

Great review, mate! Many thanks 👍

[@alejandroortiz4565]

Beautiful image

[@TomasRamoska]

Canon is killing with R6mkii

[@joseph-the-seventh]

“Or you need to use adapters and old EF lenses which is not a great solution” … just curious, what’s not great about using Canon EF lenses on the R6 II?

[@sottheaphoeurng9044]

That lock very throw me off. I like my R5 even though I need a back up camera like r6 ii. If canon removes that lock switch away completely, I’ll appreciate it.

[@PixolCo]

Beautiful review and footage! I have the R6 for video and thought I might skip the mk2 until I watched this! One question, as with the R6, does the R6 mk2 lcd still go off when using an external hdmi monitor?

[@learningcameras]

Thanks!!! So unfortunately yes, it behaves the same when using a monitor. I think Canon and Sony both do this

[@andrekingme]

I doubt you shot the bike jump with Mr. Jared Polin?

[@learningcameras]

We were both at the same event shooting the same bikers. We were usually not next to each other shooting at the same time but yeah, we shot the same event with about 15 other camera reviewers from different publications. We previewed the camera at an event together but we definitely aren't sharing images if that's the suggestion...we had cameras so anything in his video was shot by him and anything in mine was exclusively shot and edited by me

[@chrisserino9757]

any more R6mkii videos coming out prior to public release? I've watched this video about 20 times already! great stuff!

[@learningcameras]

Hahaha...still waiting on the camera to come back but I'm told soon!!!

[@Joelz_photogram]

Your audio quality...amazing ❤❤❤

[@scottievee7467]

Sold.

[@johannesabeling6460]

Thanks for the video. Do you see improvements in IBIS performance in video (wobble)? And do you know if you can toggle the IBIS off in settings while leaving the RF lens IS on? That is not possible on the R6. And one more question: Are the C1, C2 and C3 program modes now also available for video?

[@bmx08]

11:30 Gary Young rider? bmx

[@learningcameras]

Yep!

[@basilbcf]

Great overview. Just subscribed. I have a 5D Mark IV and have been thinking about moving to mirrorless. Had been contemplating either R6 or R5. Rented an R6 and, while I liked it overall, I was a bit concerned about the limitations on IQ when cropping. This had me thinking more about the R5 but dang, that price! QUESTION: Is the additional resolution significant enought that you would see a noticable improvement in the IQ when cropping? Obviously it would not be as good as the R5, but is it noticably better than the R6?

[@learningcameras]

Appreciate it! So with 24MP, you can do a decent crop and still have great IQ. Interesting you ask because in the presentation they actually mentioned the 5D Mark IV and said this new R6II actually looks just as detailed with a 100% crop despite having fewer pixels! It still won't really be an image quality upgrade per say but some massive new features, better AF, new lens options, and night and day upgrades to both video quality and features so probably worth it

[@basilbcf]

@@learningcameras When you say “they” do you mean Canon reps? If cropping IQ looks as good as my 5D4 I would be ok with that.

[@learningcameras]

@@basilbcf Yep, the Canon representatives who first gave us a demo of the camera before we got to test it out

[@hnm54]

In the same boat! Was deciding between the R5 and R6 m2. The R5 was also on sale here so the price difference was only $800! I still decided to go with R6 m2 though because I dont need 45mp and the large file size. Also for personal use I just keep JPEGs and even those were significantly larger given 45mp. There is option to shoot in compressed RAW and even reduce jpeg size to Medium which would make it 20mp then. I still decided on R6 m2 tho cause I didnt want to shoot compressed and have 20mp jpegs (rather have 24 lol plus not be anxious over quality reduction since Im at Medium jpegs) Also decided to use the extra money towards rf lenses Have you decided yet?

[@basilbcf]

@@hnm54 I am 99% sure I'm going to go ahead and pull the trigger on the R6 Mark II but also keep my 5D Mark IV. 24 MP isn't too far from the 30MP my 5D4 has and Dan's comment about the Cannon Rep stating the IQ for the R62 would be just as detailed as the 5D4 when cropped to 100% makes me feel a little better about the lower-than-R5 resolution. I also really like some of the AF features and the faster shutter speed in electronic shutter. I also like the fact that both card slots are the same so no need to go invest in expensive CF Express cars and reader, etc. This might be my best option to stick my toe in the mirrorless world at this time.

[@romainjl]

Cool review Dan, very useful... this new model sounds appealing. Now if I may ask: as a junior videographer (for documentary, events, business and some weddings and sports), would you suggest me to buy this camera or the R5C? Is the price difference of the R5C worth it according to you? I want to upgrade from an old Canon EOS 80D APSC DSLR (1K video), and I feel it would be a good time to go mirrorless and Full Frame, do you agree? I don't know much about Panasonic (S5?) or Sony equivalent cameras, would you suggest checking them first? Thx

[@learningcameras]

Thanks! So the R5C is a very video focused camera and to a fault of the photo aspects. I think the R6II would be a better way to go unless you plan on using the R5c completely for video and ideally less run & gun since the battery life isn't good and Canon took away IBIS for example. The Sony FX3 would be a better option if you plan on shooting video almost exclusively otherwise the R6II is an amazing hybrid all around camera

[@thatoneguythatscrolls]

Can you FINALLY program C1 C2 and C3 with preset VIDEO SETTINGS???? Ive watched like 10 r6 mark ii reviews and NO ONE talks about it. Please help lol. As a hybrid shooter this is big to me to have a preset for 120 fps and one for 60 and one for 24

[@shaolin95]

Killer camera

[@useyourimaginasean]

Thinking about stepping up to this camera from my EOS R. This was an insightful breakdown for a KZbin review. I’m still torn on whether or not to go for the r6 mk2 or pony up more money and step up to an r5, r5c or cinema camera altogether. If anyone has any advice please lay it on me. I shoot mostly video, events, weddings, etc. I also need my camera to have good footage for independent filmmaking and shots that require light vfx work. PS, I know interchangeable lens mirrorless cameras are not the best for my type of work, but I work with the budget I have and benefit in having a lighter setup I can move around with in my level of work. Anyways… if anyone has any advice about where I should look please feel free to reply and hit me with it

[@PhotoSportiv]

I was contemplating for 2 years getting the R6, I mainly just shoot stills and low light sports; would I be better just getting the mark 2, even though itll be 400€ more? not sure its worth the increase. Im mainly a sports shooter.

[@learningcameras]

Better autofocus and frame rates in electronic shutter so those might be usable features

[@PhotoSportiv]

@@learningcameras how is the rolling shutter? would you still use it for sports and is it an improvement on the R6?

[@unknownKnownunknowns]

Excellent video, Dan. Nice to see you out there. Do you shoot your canon videos in h.265? Thanks!

[@learningcameras]

Hey! Yes, pretty much everything I'm shooting on Canon is CLOG because that's the only way to get 10bit and that forces you to h.265

[@chronocross85]

I was hoping for it to have shutter angle

[@learningcameras]

You don't get that but there is a new flicker reduction mode that allows you to fine tune your shutter speed

[@DmitryBrodsky007]

Love your reviews, Dan. As for other cheaper cameras with stacked CMOS sensor, you forgot about Olympus OM1 ($2199 new) that does 50fps with full AF and pretty much no rolling shutter. I have one of these OM1 cameras and the performance is amazing, especially with BIF. I've owned R6 Mark 1 before I switched to R5, and I wasn't sure of what to think of R6 Mark II with such modest MP increase, but looks like another great camera from Canon!

[@learningcameras]

True...But with the much smaller sensor it's much less expensive to make a sensor with fast readouts

[@AsuquoTravelsProductions]

He forgot about it because to him it’s not a full frame camera. Wish is unfortunate to say the least.

[@PNWild]

Can you create custom video shooting profiles c1-c2-c3 for video ?

[@vivid-efx]

Great video and looks like me stepping up from the original EOS-r to the R6 MK II was a good move. Curious if R6 accessories like a cage or HDMI guard are the same.

[@learningcameras]

Thanks! So I can't say that all cages will work but the smallrig one does appear to work. I haven't personally tested it to see if there are any functionality issues with the switches but it does fit. Since the sizes are so similar though, I'm sure cages and HDMI guards will be fully supported very soon...like as soon as the camera ships and they can verify fits

[@chetanshanfilms9988]

I purchased this cam Can you tell me my camera is new ya already used?

[@BogdanGrygorenko]

Thank you for your work! Can you assign custom video settings to C1 C2 C3 buttons on this camera compared to original?

[@jeffrey3205]

Hey Dan, can you do a comparison between the R7 and the R6ii?

[@learningcameras]

Yep!

[@jeffgriffinvideo]

Nice review! So just to be clear, auto focus in both video and stills will work older Canon EF glass with the adapter?

[@learningcameras]

Thanks! Yep, full autofocus in both photo and video with EF lenses with the adapter

[@jeffgriffinvideo]

@@learningcameras Thanks Dan. How’s the brightness of the screen outside shooting video?

[@tau_tv]

hi, i have a 5dm3, so it's very old. to focus on moving subjects we have to use AI Servo and hold focus down. are you saying with these new cameras, you don't select any different "mode" at all? you simply just keep it on AUTO detection, hold the shutter down halfway, and it will remain focused on the subject?

[@younesb7151]

Great video & footage. Agree that the only deal breaker on this camera is the lens selection ( or lack of) compared to its competition.

[@darklegendlegendary8867]

And what about the lens adabter??? Than you can use all yes all lenses . So i dont get it why you guys keep saying about the lack of lenses lol look how many you can put on you will never ever spend that amount of money in your whole life to get all.

[@sonicvboom]

The current RF lens selection are fine. Quit moaning like a spoiled child, lol...

[@EvoAdventures]

Great review! So if I understood you right. My EF Sigma Lens with the adapter won't AF correctly?

[@learningcameras]

Your EF Sigma lens with the adapter will work perfectly. But you will have to use adapters. Unless Canon changes, there will never be a new RF version of that Sigma lens

[@EvoAdventures]

Okay thanks! I'll get the adapter until I can afford to switch the lens line up to RF. Gonna preorder the R6 II! Thanks for the help.

[@idolog]

Hi, does it shoot video on shutter/aperture priority mode?

[@ralphholmes6387]

How sharp were you able to get ? I understand its no the R5 ( 45 mp) but in that it has a great focusing system i wanted to hear from you how sharp the 24 mp? Thank you and great job on your review 👍

[@datalaforge]

I'm curious to know about the evf and rear screen. I like using old manual lenses to shoot photos and videos, and with some other brands, I find that the viewfinder/rear screen resolution drops when either shooting stills or video. I'd love to know about anyone's experience with the screens compared to Sony or Panasonic screens. Thanks!

[@FilmAshton]

Kondor blue has good cables for the stupid micro hdmi

[@twilightskateboard]

really curious whether they've fixed the yellowcast for the video?

[@atanas-atanasov-photo-video]

Hello, Dan. Great review on the Canon & Sony A7 IV. I'm a hybrid shooter (videos & photos) and I'm shooting mostly events and sometimes personal photoshoots. Now I'm shooting with Panasonic G9 and I'll change the system and my current system will be used for backup camera. My main problem is that I can't decide which camera & system to choose between Sony A7IV & Canon R6 Mark II. 1-st lense which I'll buy with the camera is the 24-70 and then 85mm & 70-200 in the bright future. Do you have any preferences for any of these systems and can you suggest me which one will be better for me per your opinion?

[@learningcameras]

It's probably the toughest choice ever hahaha. The downside for Canon is lenses...you are stuck with Canon only which are good but expensive and there are still a few gaps. Biggest disadvantage for Sony is frame rates (6-7fps in full 14bit raw vs 12+ on the Canon) and no full frame 4k60 so deciding is about figuring out which of those are the biggest issues.

[@ElJefeAzteka]

the intro is great!!

[@learningcameras]

Appreciate that!