Canon R6 Review + Real World Experience

This is my 1 month review of the Canon R6! In this video I also compare it vs the R and RP and also the R5! Hope you guys enjoy the video and it's helpful for you!
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[@ernoldsame1868]

‘Perhaps I would argue that getting your composition right in frame….’ That’s the most polite way of saying ‘don’t buy a Ferrari if you don’t have a driving license’ that I’ve ever heard. And an extremely important point.

[@WilliamAiken]

You make all the content I search for! Kudos to you man! I just wish the KZbin algorithm would reward you. I didn’t find this video until I went down my camera research loophole.

[@MitchLally]

Thanks William! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@JarraxQ]

You definitely got it right when you said the problem was exacerbated by a tonne of KZbinrs (who are generally speaking more interested in video first or hybrid cameras). I love my R6! Smashes it for photography and a lot of professional video work where I don't always need 4k.

[@MitchLally]

Well said!

[@village_mayor]

Great video! I have the R6 and even though it does really well with videos and is sufficient for most people's needs, it is the stills capabilities where the R6 makes it amazing. The IBIS and RF lenses really helps with creating those sharp images. I have the m50 and even though it is 24mp, the images don't come out as sharp in low light, and the IBIS is a big contributor. You are absolutely bang on about KZbinrs who have expected too much of this camera as doing video. A few KZbinrs have used the R6 to produce cinematic videos and works well. It's just that it doesn't have 8k.

[@MitchLally]

Who needs 8K! hahaha Thanks mate

[@muhammadjawwad2828]

The perfect camera

[@tomomori1000]

Thank you so much for a well thought out review. now I think I can see how the r6 totally holds its own ground (I’m an eos r shooter). Also I’m blown away by how always so pleasing and consistent your colors are, both in the videos and stills. Keep up the good work!

[@MitchLally]

Thanks so much for that!

[@ShootsDenBrah]

you convinced me on the XT3 and now the R6 both phenomenal systems. couldn't agree more.

[@Teebiskit]

Great video! Still loving my RP tho. I’ll get an R6 in 5 years lol

[@ChristopherGeorge_photography]

Haha same here. RP is doing what I expected and then some.

[@MiKeTuScAnI]

RP rocks, I’m investing in RF glass before thinking on a new body.

[@mikepawlikguitar]

@@MiKeTuScAnI Exactly. People tend to forget that you're not just investing in a body, but the whole system. Who cares if we have RP now? RF glass will stay with us forever, and R6 II can be ours later.

[@cj7073]

Is RP possible for HDR vlogging

[@davidlee7094]

You forgot to mention IBIS. I have really shaky hands so it helps enormously. Also improves my non-IS lenses.

[@JerryC25]

Big time

[@MitchLally]

Yeah I did kinda forget to talk in depth about the IBIS. For me IBIS is quite cool but not a drawcard for me...

[@zspopediting7870]

Awesome review!! My R6 will be in soon!!! And I’m coming from the 70D!!

[@kyledamon7906]

Your videos are great! Thank you for all this insight and your photography style is beautiful. Its refreshing to hear reviews where you actually rate what the camera offers and not just compare it to what else is out there or just want more, like 4K 120fps, 12 bit video colour etc. Got myself the R6 today after watching many videos and thanks to the insights and your work on here.

[@zenjitsuman]

Most youtube reviewers say the R6 using the 1dx sensor is better than the 5dIv 30mp output with a good lens because the AF and IBIS gives you very sharp in focus and stabilized exposures. Ken Rockwell observed vs. the R5 45mp there is only a 30% linear difference in visible Megapixels, and Mr. Rockwell says you can't see the difference vs. 24 and 30 mp.

[@MeunierPhotography]

anyone else notice how cool his eyes are??? fr dude your eyes are so nice

[@TheZachMendez]

Beautiful shots! I'm really excited to try out this camera. It sounds like it has so much going for it. Thanks for the video!

[@MitchLally]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@hammy3084]

Love your videos Zach

[@eliaspap8708]

Thanks 4 sharing, I found my XT4 had better highlight recovery, strange? But the R6 did impress me with low light, noise, AF in general was amazing, I guess u cant have it all.

[@MitchLally]

Not strange the X-trans sensors are amazing.

[@JerryC25]

I got it 2 weeks ago and I’m in love.

[@selvaweddingphotography3060]

Hi, how is picture quality compare to Canon Mark 4?

[@JerryC25]

@@selvaweddingphotography3060 I didn’t have the mark 4 but I did go from the 5D3 to R and used the R for about 4-5 months. Which is the same sensor as the mark 4 I believe. It’s close. Very close. But remember, the tracking and in body IS puts it ahead.

[@selvaweddingphotography3060]

@@JerryC25 I am not asking Canon R result, I am asking R6 picture quality compare with Mark3?

[@JerryC25]

@@selvaweddingphotography3060 read what I wrote carefully. You asked about the mark 4 compared to the r6. I had the R WHICH IS THE SAME SENSOR. Now I love the R6 for speed. The picture quality is close. Rent one and play with it.

[@simplelightmedia]

I enjoyed editing the Canon raw files. The images you took are awesome. Thank you!

[@cjm8160]

I am seeing A LOT of similar reviews. It would not surprise me if the R6 outsells the R5. Most shooters won’t need 8K or 45MP. These are “nice to have” as opposed to necessities.

[@MitchLally]

The R6 is already outselling the R5 by quite a lot! At least according to my friends who work at the camera store!

[@lyricalworldet4734]

the R5 is for studio and landscape photographers, "perfectionists" but Hail R6!!

[@JessikaJay16]

I'm glad you came to that positive conclusion.. really interested in purchasing this camera soon! Thanks again!! Very informative with back up proof.. 🙌🏽💜

[@kikezurek34]

Omg highly recommend it. Even thought I only have the rf 35 mm lens, but the pictures come out amazing

[@JessikaJay16]

@@kikezurek34 what brand 35mm do you have? Heard him mention in a previous video the Tamron wasn't supported. Not sure if I misheard and he just meant for video. 🤔

[@kikezurek34]

@@JessikaJay16 the canon rf 35mm 1.8

[@MitchLally]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@earlobrien8768]

@@kikezurek34 the R6 + the 35mm F/1.8 is my go to set up for portraits!

[@artsmodelstation9396]

I have Nikon D750. Always enjoyed using optical view finder But cuz of age and glasses looking for a mirrorless camera I can use LCD instead to take photos. I might consider the R6.

[@jeremyfreedman6482]

Great video thanks I am now going to buy one to add to my kit.

[@mikepawlikguitar]

Don't forget that the EOS R can also shoot 4.2.2. 10-bit, albeit externally to a Ninja V... but I know it's extra gear/expense and if the camera can do it in-body, why the heck not! Lol. But just wanted to point that out.

[@imanolcamblor]

Great great video and one month review Mitch. Keep doing what you do!

[@MitchLally]

Much appreciated!

[@ChadSterley]

Great review mate! Glad you’ve found your ideal body and nice to see the XT4 guest appearing in this review 😃

[@MitchLally]

Thanks Chad!

[@TheAugusts]

Incredible video man! We love shooting on our R6 😍

[@earlobrien8768]

The R6 in my opinion is the Holy Grail!!!! Thanks for this video !!

[@mallysfashion]

I love my R6 too! :) Great video.

[@taymoore2509]

Man, it's so many great cameras to choose but this video helps.

[@punchmontana3425]

Great video your work is nice bro 👍🏾💯

[@chrisstokes2418]

Another awesome video! I really liked this one and the videos you do with the x-t4. Keep this content coming....I love it. Ps catmeldrum is super ! 🤩

[@gobindsingh8418]

Incredible professional and well-made video! Thank you for the information!

[@karlareyes1613]

Dam the pics look fire. I just can’t wait to get my rf 28-70 lens

[@MitchLally]

Oooof 28-70 - you will enjoy that!!

[@KaanSenel]

Really good vid Mitch! Might buy the eos R6 as an upgrade so I can use my eos R as a b-cam. Very informative video!

[@MitchLally]

Glad it was helpful!

[@TheJazzyG21]

Great vid, as ever, Mitch, thank you…. So…. I’m now on my second R6 as the first one ate batteries just for fun, even when switched off. The replacement doesn’t do that, but the battery life is really, really poor - 100 photos, 20 mins 1080 vid, game over. Just me? I want to love this camera sooo much, but I’m struggling. Thanks.

[@FPavcovich]

I love my R6, RF 15-35

[@RWAquariumPages]

I'm also thinking of the 15 35 rf for an every day package but man that lens is $$$

[@FPavcovich]

@@RWAquariumPages it’s a bit pricey, but worth every penny.

[@RWAquariumPages]

@@FPavcovich good thing no vacation for a while. Let me save up for it

[@stevemurnan1702]

Hit the nail on the head Mitch.

[@utkarshmane2890]

Gonna buy this For sure

[@jaredgomez9284]

i’m really contemplating switching from A7iii to R6 just because of the colors. correcting the colors can be a pain.

[@tokekkk]

Im on the same boat. Sony SOOC colors are just meh. And i need that flippy screen for vertical portrait. But the R6 price tho....

[@MitchLally]

It's why I've stayed away from sony tbh.

[@BrittneyJanae]

Just switched my sony for the R6

[@DynamiteTony]

I did and not looked back

[@mara1820]

Getting rid of my A7iii. Just bought the R6 and love it.

[@ag4eng]

EOS R6 looks like a winner.

[@matthewmorey9379]

Hey Mitch, great review! What lenses are you using on Catalina in the wide video??? Looks epic 😎

[@matthewmorey9379]

@Mitch bro I NEED TO KNOW 🤓 waiting to buy on your Amazon link this lease looks amazing Which one did you use while filming Catalina ?

[@MitchLally]

Tamron 35mm 1.4 SP

[@TheJvrosa]

great content, man! keep going!

[@StapleMug]

Great wrap up mate! Glad you're loving it. Overheating is a shame as the image is really nice for video :( C70 looking very enticing now haha

[@MitchLally]

C70 looks like a goer!!

[@DTUFINOPhotography]

I dunno, i feel my EOS R feels more professionally built than my r6. Mayeb thats just me, but when i sit them side by side the EOS R looks and feels more premium than that R6.

[@micgold7602]

Going to get the R6 as an upgrade for my 5Dmk3. My 135mm 2.0 is waiting to get an ibis upgrade :D Thanks for the video, helped me a lot thinking over my decision.

[@MitchLally]

Glad I could help!

[@Allen-Trav]

You nailed it, Mitch! The R6 truly does "get out of your way." The IBIS and Dual-Pixel AF ii are superb. Losing 10 MP from the R is not as much of a concern as I feared. Shooting portraits is that much more enjoyable. My "miss rate" has decreased significantly. I am stoked to see you feature the R6 with lenses that are NOT in the RF lineup. I am getting fantastic AF performance and image quality from my Canon EF-L, Sigma-Art, and Tamron SP/G2 lenses. What are your thoughts about the Sigma 24 f/1.4 on the R6?

[@MitchLally]

Thanks Allen, the 24mm works like magic on the R6. I am excited for third party companies to work on RF mount lenses but for now happy to adapt what I already have.

[@JackyLi]

What other sigma-art lens have u adapted on your R6?

[@Allen-Trav]

@@JackyLi I love the Sigma 50 f/1.4 Art on the R6.

[@JackyLi]

@@Allen-Trav Is the AF working well, along with shooting 12/20fps with that?

[@j9295fc]

What are your thoughts on the R6 vs the A7iii? I’ve been torn for a while on which to get. I don’t do video. Only photography for social media.

[@MitchLally]

I feel like either is a good choice - personally I like the Canon.

[@HalilDemirkaya]

Mitch this review is amazing thank you. can you please share r6 + 35 1.4 at 1.4 10bit 4K unedited footage with us?

[@alterbluue4048]

Great video.(Especially color) I had used RX1R2 before. Raw file was over 80 megabyte, C-Raw was 40. because of 42MP sensor. so that I had to little more patient to driving Lightroom. In a way, this is moderate. I think this would be the best camera for amateur and normal people like me. except price.

[@theonlychewman]

Hey mate, two years on, can you share what some of your thoughts are now?

[@ma.ajigarkhan7540]

A7c 5d mark iv r6 R which is better to go for long-term use

[@photo-lens1292]

Hi, love the video thanks for a great review, as regard to the battery's, is the LP-E6 compatible in the R6, thanks Lenny.

[@GianpaoloLaPaglia]

Great review, thanks!

[@MitchLally]

Thanks for watching!

[@joshmchin]

such a great video!

[@MitchLally]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed.

[@nolanberg1084]

Love the content, thank you for the info! Do your other Tamron lenses work with ibis? Does the lens stabilization still work on your Tamron 35? Does it only turn off in video mode or also photo?

[@getmarked]

Great video, thanks! ^^

[@MitchLally]

Glad you liked it!

[@carldaniel3155]

Hi the raw R6 link is not working! Is it still avaialble somewhere? thanks

[@babyd8907]

Do you think the megapixels matter when it comes to being able to print sports banners of players for gyms or player posters?

[@Jassibro]

Hey Mitch, i have been following you since you appeared in one of the Hayden's photo battles and i love the color grading and unique style of editing you do with your videos and photos. i am a user of canon camera too the canon 77d. but i am really confused in between R6 and Sony a7iv right now.. as my most of the work is making content for my clients in food industry. i am a bit in dilemma whether i should go out of ECO system as i love the canon and their color science... or should i just leave the ECO system and try the new sony a7Iv as the tech is new and all say that sony is better in the video.

[@tonivd]

Great video! Would you recommend the R6 over the R for landscape photography too?

[@MitchLally]

Yes, absolutely. I mean - you're not going to need blazing fast AF but I just love the flexibility of the files and the handling of the camera. Maybe try before your buy as it is a mini step down in resolution.

[@Frankiemaz]

Great video - this work showed me it's a FANTASTIC camera - R5 not really necessary for me. New Sub

[@JackyLi]

Enjoyed the full review Mitch! Do you know where to find the capable lens for using 12/20fps for the R6/R5?

[@MitchLally]

No I don't actually. I had a little search for the EF lenses that are compatible but couldn't find it. If anyone else could aware us in the comments that'd be great!!

[@sachinbharankar1827]

its nice tone, what cc you are kept inthis photoshoot, can you show us

[@veroniquevanderveken8526]

Still have doubts between the 5 our 6. 45MP looks awesome, but a 1700 a 1800 euro price difference is a lot 🙈

[@markvandenberg4606]

Time for Sony to get its act together now. We need an A7IV and a6700 with 10-bit 4K/60.

[@CARLO.OBRIEN]

I’m buying

[@MitchLally]

No you're not.

[@givick]

Sold after 2 months. Cant use this for my 4K video production. Overheating issues. Don't recommend for 4K video production

[@aastabakke4639]

Best review I have seen so far, thanks for the help in making a decision!

[@MitchLally]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jasimmohammed6537]

Thank you for a good explanation🌹🙏🙏

[@vaibhavsolanki2969]

Great Video Mitch ! Can we hide the autofocus box in video mode if we want to ?

[@MikeMena]

I’m an R user, mainly portraits using backlight quite often. I feel comfortable under exposing subject 1stop to get as much highlight detail... would you say this is a pretty big improvement in shadow recovery... like worth the $$? I just want my subject less mushy if I need to underexpose pass 1 stop 😫😫

[@MitchLally]

I wouldn't say its a crazy upgrade for DR over the R. So if that's all you really care about then keep the R!

[@MikeMena]

@@MitchLally THANKS MAN! I appreciate the honesty... maybe I'll just stop being lazy and bring a flash with me!! But this is great to know, I've been killing myself trying to decide but something just tells me to wait.

[@angelllacuna8889]

In video mode with the Canon R6, what happens when the focus is on a moving subject, and then a second subject enters the frame in front of the first subject? On which of the two subjects will the camera focus? For such situations, is it possible to tell the camera to keep focus on the original subject or to automatically transfer focus to the second subject ?

[@MitchLally]

Yes it is watch my r6 video settings video for more info!

[@davidfeatherstone5078]

Still waiting for mine in store. Pre-ordered 3 weeks ago! 😐

[@MitchLally]

Hope you love it!

[@greyhoundrick5568]

Great review Mitch! Just subscribed! How do you feel about programs like gigapixel with this camera to infuse more resolution when needed for cropping or large prints? Thanks again for the content and take care! Rick in Phoenix Az 😀

[@FabioEV]

Hi Mitch! Great video, I'll definitely check out more of your channel later. At the time of this last review was the camera running the latest firmware? Is the 120p really so bad? I'm not buying the R6 as a video centric camera, but 120p slow motion is cool to play with.

[@MitchLally]

Yeah its firmware 1.1.1 - the 120p is soft. But a lot of other cameras are similarly bad.

[@starboiii23]

R6 or 1dxmk2? Help me guys 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@henridebeul4142]

Thanks for the great revue. Is the R 6 worthy to trade this camera with my 5 mk 4? Regards from Belgium.

[@MitchLally]

Yes, absolutely

[@williamgiasi2365]

Bro did u use sigma and tamron lenses for the r6 picture u took?

[@mariefs.]

This video was so fun to watch! At 9:35 , what FPS were you shooting at?

[@mikeh.9872]

Hi Mitch, how would the R6 work for landscape & wildlife? I wouldn't be shooting speedy animals.

[@mehmetgenc1913]

hello mitch. I follow you on both KZbin and Instagram. your photos are amazing. let me ask you something. Even the photos that are not edited in camera are beautifully toned. How did you determine that tone? Can you tell us or can you make a video about it? I'm looking forward to your answer about your machine settings and editing skills.

[@yahdyras]

What lens were you using by the lake? Sigma Art with an adapter? Beautiful photos man!

[@MitchLally]

Thank you Nikko - yeah it’s sigma 35 1.4 and tamron 35mm 1.4 - the video that was pulled from is also on my channel its the sigma vs tamron video

[@WillEberli]

I think you helped me make a call here. Thank you!

[@MitchLally]

Glad to help!

[@AaronGayah]

How does the focus on the EF lenses compare to the RF lenses? All of my gear right now are EF.

[@getwetsoon]

Great video! Was thinking to switch to Sony a7iii from my Canon 5d mk II. Would you rather go for the R6?

[@MitchLally]

Yes!

[@mauriciomerino5703]

Would 20 megapixels be bad for instagram posts? Since we crop to 4:5 ?

[@Avsenev]

Hi Mitch, could you please tell me about R6 video stabilisation problems in Corners (trembling or image )? Are there any way to deal with that? Does it relevant only to specific let’s or to specific setup or you will get this effect anyway with R6?

[@shamhussain]

When eye tracking is on in one shot mode whats the advantage with AI servo mode?

[@MitchLally]

It will continually focus while you compose your shot - rather than focusing once (one shot). If your camera or model moves between focus acquisition and shutter actuation you can have an out of focus shot (sometimes happens for moving subjects especially).

[@77dris]

I’m super jealous of you having that Tamron 35. I have the Sigma which is great but that Tamron seems next level. Nice video!

[@MitchLally]

Thanks for watching!

[@estherbrown650]

We appreciate you

[@fanikurti2420]

Does it have the AA FIlter? In some websites they say it does and in many others they say it doesn't.

[@jameshandley3376]

How does this compare vs the XT4 ? Im not sure witch camera to get the R6 or the XT4

[@clairewright4586]

can you still use the tamron 35 1.4 on R6 still? Or should I get the sigma 35 1.4 for now till they fix the issue? Thoughts?

[@KarlMarkusAntson]

Hey, Mitch! Thanks on this review. I am looking to upgrade 2-camera hybrid setup to use with my EF lenses. I shoot professionally 70% video 30% photo, and need a solid hybrid cameras to last me next 3-5 years. Narrowed it down to 3 cameras: R5, R6 and X-T4 (with Fringer adapter). My main question is would you recommend R6 to use as a main video camera if I am not shooting long 4k clips over X-T4? Ive heard many negatives on R6, like too warm white balance, bad video AF, etc, in Potato Jet video. For me it is important to be reliable enough for run and videography and that it's easy to cut between other Canon cameras on shoots without having to adjust colors later. What do you think could you recommend it for that?

[@MitchLally]

No hate on Potato Jet but I just couldn't understand his evaluation of the camera.. I actually experience quite the opposite to him. This 'warm white balance' thing is a non-issue.. I have no idea why people are saying this... Theres nothing else I can recommend other than if you need multiple bodies just fork out the cash to buy the same model - you're otherwise never going to be able to 'colour match' them all - trust me I've tried many times in my career to do this - at one point I owned three 5D mark III's and it was heaven! haha. I wouldn't trust the af tracking with the fringer adapter so my recommendation is to go for 2x R6 bodies. If you're worried about what these other youtubers are saying just go rent the R6 for a few days and see how you feel about it.

[@yourstrulyeliz]

You’ve convinced me!! 😭😍

[@MitchLally]

Lessgo Lizzy Baby

[@zillajratomicray]

I don't make money off my photography, so I have trouble justifying the price. I'll stick to my RP for a few years lol

[@MitchLally]

RP is good! Get the upgrade when the price comes down :)

[@jaimetabo]

Which lens are you using for portrait @mitch lally? 35 or 85mm? RF versions?

[@markshirley01]

Do you find switching from video to photo and back reasonably fast. Plus do you have to adjust the files much in post colour wise.

[@microsofttechsupport3622]

How is the delay? I shoot fast sports but I’m scared there’s a delay on the view finder

[@MitchLally]

It's actually super quick. I would but it up there with having as quick of a blackout time as any dslr camera.

[@IsraelAgyemanPrempeh]

@2:50...Ouch! that hurt

[@ConnorwHibbs]

I only got mine this week, but so far the first two shoots I have done have felt like a bit of a struggle. The eye focus worked some times, but often it would randomly focus on other parts of the frame and have trouble finding focus again. Either that or it just didn’t seem to be able to find the faces. I decided after this second shoot that the touch and drag focus may be a part of the problem as I’m left eye dominant so it seems possible that my nose was hitting the lcd and making the camera think I wanted it to focus elsewhere. The first session was the same day that I got the camera, so I don’t doubt that I just may not have dialed in settings too well, and my second session had a lot of back lighting from the sun and a teenager who had transitions lenses that may have made the eye focus an extra challenge. Have you had any trouble with the camera just not finding eyes/faces in certain situations?

[@davidlee7094]

@Connor Hibbs Make sure AF operation is set to servo. AF method must be face+tracking, zone af, or large zone Af. Subject to detect set to people or animals as appropriate. Eye detection set to enable. I configure the joystick to control moving AF points but touch and drag also works. In either case set initial AF POINT for tracking on purple screen 5 to use manually selected point in tracking mode. I press the joystick in to centre the start point. You can use touch and drag to achieve the same. If you find your cheek is enabling moving focus points try using a different part of the screen for touch and drag and experiment with absolute and relative. I find that unless the subject is close and large in the frame eye detection can be hit and miss. Download the advanced manual from the Canon support site. It explains most of the many factors that influence effective eye detection. The R6 is my first mirrorless camera and it took me a few days to adjust, just persevere and you'll get there. Good luck.

[@eliaspap8708]

The first thing I turned off when i got my R6 was the LCD touchscreen, I have a big nose. My AF eye detect has been faultless so far.

[@MitchLally]

No - I haven't had the issues you've experienced. Sounds like if it isn't the touch and drag interference it could either be a lens or a dud body that you might need to return :(

[@MitchLally]

@ david lee Thanks for helping out bro