Canon EOS RP review - detailed, hands-on, not sponsored

[@mihaillupu4967]

This it's one of the most underrated channels on KZbin.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind, thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@doaklandsweden]

I agree!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@doaklandsweden Thanks!!!

[@pcofranc]

I agree this was my first video of this Channel and I thought it was by far the most accurate and detailed review of the RP I'm really kind of overwhelmed with how much attention went into all of the features especially at the price point

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@pcofranc Thanks for your kind words, always appreciated.

[@MrCPH22]

Why do I even bother with other reviewers? You’re thorough, objective and honest. Classy. Thank you.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It was a pleasure to read your kind words. However, other reviewers do often identify concerns and delve more deeply into some issues. I would suggest that basing a decision on one article, or video is hasty.

[@MrCPH22]

Thank you for the advice, but I don’t tend to make hasty decisions. There is simply to much “binary” information in most reviews. A camera is either the best or the worst, which is polarizing and confusing. I appreciate the subtle nuances and find your oppinions mostly in line with mine. I turn to Gerald Undone and Chris Nicholls for technical aspects, and to you for a measured overview.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@MrCPH22 Excellent guidance.

[@MrCPH22]

It’s a thoroughly global approach. A Dane turning to Canadian advice on Japanese products. Purchasing made with the blessing of my Dutch wife ;-) Dank je wel, meneer.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@MrCPH22 Graag gedaan. Altijd blij om mijn bekijkers te helpen

[@juniorjones5137]

I watch a lot of reviews on cameras, You are the best reviewer period! Keep doing long detailed unbiased reviews God bless

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I'm very grateful that you took the time to comment with your kind words, thank you.

[@lymemj]

MORE THAN A REVIEW IT IS A TOUR THROUGH THE CAMERA AND WHAT IT CAN DO. I LEARNED A LOT AND ALSO ABOUT HOW CAN YOU PLAY AND GET AMAZING RESULTS. Sorry caps, I just wanted to let you know how grateful I am.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind words. I'd be more grateful if you didn't use all caps - they are much harder to read than mixed case.

[@cokeandtwirl]

Your reviews are, there’s no other word for it, epic! The amount of work you must put in before each video is very impressive. I can’t afford a full frame camera at the moment but part of the fun of our hobby is learning about new cameras and making a mental wish list for future reference! And there are no better reviews to help us than yours. I had several 'full frame' cameras in days long ago, including Fujica and Minolta models which I very much enjoyed. Why are full frame cameras so expensive now that the film is replaced by an electronic sensor? Well, there’s the answer I suppose, all the electronic stuff is very expensive! I guess if you added up the price of all the rolls of 24 and 36 exposure film we bought and added the cost of processing/printing them to the cost of the cameras it might be a better comparison - now we have to buy it all at once! Ah well, looking forward to more 'epic' reviews from you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Your kind comments are appreciated, thanks. It does take time, but these are projects that I enjoy. It's the sensor that's expensive. If there's a failure on a die making smaller sensors, there are many more that are OK. With full frame, a failure is more expensive - in addition, of course, to all the other factors like larger/faster processors for handling more data.

[@alangauld6079]

I like the point about comparing to film costs and buying it all up front. If you do that comparison FF digital is a bargain! I must remember that for the next time my wife spots me looking at camera reviews! :-)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@alangauld6079 I"m sorry to hear that your spouse does not share your enthusiasm for photography.

[@RyanJS08]

Tremendous review, should have watched yours before I watched 10 other ones

[@MaartenHeilbron]

You certainly should have - but if you had, you wouldn't have realized that. Thanks, I appreciate the kind words.

[@RyanJS08]

@@MaartenHeilbron very good point. I'm seriously considering the RP. Would be jumping from a Sony a6500. Not sure how much of an improvement would be overall. Probably better for photography, but definitely not for videography.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@RyanJS08 If you want to improve your video production, consider the Fujifilm X-T3 (also a great stills camera) kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYm7aZSZrN6Ehq8

[@ryansalasphotography]

most grumpy old men youtubers hate this amazing cheap full frame camera with incredible color science. i paired my RP with EF 24-70, tiffen circular polarizer to cut some unwanted reflections and godox tt685ii with dome. and the result? it's impressive. i'm also thinking to get the true color vnd filter. the color profile that i used is landscape, my favourite. if you're using this color profile on portrait i suggest to drag the orange hue on lightroom towards left a little bit to avoid green skin tones on your model. this camera is not for wildlife and sports photography. it's still usable but not that great.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I tried to dislike it, but wasn't successful. Thanks for sharing your notes and tips.

[@ryansalasphotography]

@@MaartenHeilbron yes me too. it's just an amazing ff camera.

[@matthewwells1606]

It really doesn't seem like the camera deserves the flack it gets online. It looks great to me! Clearly not intended to be a "pro" camera, but an affordable, reliable camera for consumers. Add that killer kit lens, and it seems like a more reasonable option than going in for professional-level bodies that most people don't really need. Great review, sir!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Exactly right - not sure why people were disappointed, but maybe that worked in its favour? My expectations were not high, and I ended up really enjoying this camera, which is really nicely matched with that lens. Thank you for your kind words, appreciated.

[@Banininator]

You remind me of a young chinese guy from HK that made Reviews of cameras aswell, he doesnt do it anymore, but I am glad I stumble upon this channel.!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Kai was funnier. However, thanks for your kind words.

[@GreySectoid]

Still relevant, your shots look amazing, going to get this camera, I know it's only up to me (and the lens) to take such nice photos.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, always a pleasure to read kind words.

[@mauroangelantoni6889]

incredible and accurate review.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It's always nice to know that my viewers appreciate my work.

[@rosstrousdale7823]

I have today purchased the RP kit with the 24-105mm and your video has explained just what the Fv function does. What a great addition, thank-you for explaining it.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to know that I've helped - thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@MrRadioGypsy]

I had just bought the RP and then found your review. Very thorough; no stone left unturned. Thank You.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@SoulFoodCooking]

This is the most thorough review I have found. Thank You!!!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, it's a pleasure to know you appreciate my work.

[@WOLFTICKVIDEOS]

I took a second, and subscribed. I mean how could anyone watch one of your reviews and not subscribe is beyond me. Thank you for the amazing review.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I'm very glad to hear that you found it interesting and useful, thanks of the kind words and the subscription.

[@HikingWithMartin]

This was an excellent review, you covered so many little tips and features with plenty of detail, never hangng on anything too long for it to get boring but also detailed enough to show youve actually fully used the camera and paid attention to all the nuances. thanks.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Wow! Always nice to know that viewers appreciate my content and style - thanks for commenting with your kind words.

[@dions6542]

Nice review and walk through! I'll be picking up my Canon Eos Rp today! This channel is gold!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you very much for your kind words, always nice to know my videos are appreciated.

[@starepiernikowe]

This is how a review should look, amazing job, thank You.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

A pleasure to read your kind words, thanks for commenting.

[@27vues]

I totally agree so many ppl doing a review and down talking the product

[@tspinks]

What an amazingly detailed review with so much information I really enjoyed this video Maarten many thanks

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It's always a pleasure to hear from a viewer who finds my videos useful, thanks for commenting.

[@davidmalatinszky4345]

Wow! This was the most thorough camera review I have ever seen. Thank you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Wow, thanks! Always nice to read that my content is appreciated.

[@keesbrouwer8941]

Op zoek naar Canon EOS RP reviews kwam ik hier terecht. Eindelijk een informatieve review zonder al die nutteloze poespas. De RP heb ik inmiddels in bezit. 😎👌🏻 Heel veel succes met uw YT-channel!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Ik ben blij te horen dat je mijn video's waardeert en dat je een camera hebt gevonden die je bevalt. Bedankt voor je vriendelijke woorden.

[@joec.1030]

This camera is on my radar now. Thanks for another thorough features review with excellent graphics to help us see the features in action.👍🏻👍🏻

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It's always nice to know that my content is helpful and that my viewers appreciate it, thanks!

[@Jesusfz]

Excellent option for a Canon DSRL user to switch to the mirrorless word. Thanks for your nice video !

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate the kind words, always nice to know that my videos are useful.

[@craigcarlson4022]

Maarten, I just bought this RP camera. Your review is a helpful starter guide for familiarizing ourselves with the new camera. Thanks!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@towned]

WOAH. Maarten. Nice work. Thank you. As a recent purchaser of this camera and not a professional photographer I was excited by how thorough and clear your review was. Thanks! PS. Love my RP!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind words, appreciated.

[@vishpatel8476]

What a great review, hands down one of the best reviews of a product I've seen. You've got a new subscriber and hello from the UK.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words and the subscription. And please say hello to all my friends in the UK.

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

as always, a thoughtfully detailed and well produced vid. thank you for the effort and the sharing. RP vs 90D? i am an appreciative subscriber. thumbs up.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, always nice to know my viewers appreciate my videos. I'd probably take the RP unless I had a bunch of lenses, then not sure.

[@grumblekin]

I have a Sony FF system and Fuji's X-T3 and X-M3 but I picked this up used with the 35mm RF macro and it's a LOT of fun. It's light, full featured, and takes great photos! What a great review!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for sharing your notes, always nice to hear that viewers appreciate my videos.

[@palpetrov]

Hi, Maarten! All of your videos are great, incredibly detailed and helpful. Even if I do not have interest in reviewed camera, I'm watching the video, because I like the way you do. Keep up the great work! Greetings from Bulgaria!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It was a pleasure to read your kind words, I'm so glad to hear that you're enjoying my videos - thanks for watching!

[@Yesthankyou8]

I’m binge watching your videos. I love your reviews

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind of you to say, thanks very much for taking the time to comment, appreciated.

[@alangauld6079]

Great review. I played with the RP at a recent photo-show and was impressed. Your review has picked up lots of stuff I haven't seen elsewhere (and I now get the Fv mode - thanks!). Although I'm currently happy shooting on my Olympus, if I ever jumped up to FF then the RP and Sony A7ii are the two I'd be considering.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for posting your thoughtful comments and kind words, appreciated.

[@johnrafferty8664]

Excellent video! This is the best canon EOS RP review I’ve seen

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad you think so! Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@Lizerator]

Lots of useful information here. I'm taking notes! I have this camera and really like it. This video will help me understand and use its features. I was hired to photograph stage and audience photos at a dance studio dress rehearsal and was impressed with the low light shots ... so was my client. Thanks for the excellent review and explanation.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It's always a pleasure to read a comment from a photographer who's found my information useful. Thanks for taking the time to comment, and for your kind words.

[@stanpowers600]

Well done, Maarten! Thorough and cogent. Appreciate your well spoken and clear overview. Refreshing to not hear, 'you guys' every other minute! I just received my RP two days ago. I am surprised by how much I like it, too (currently using an Olympus E-M1II and Nikon D500). The 24-105 L lens is the cherry on top!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words, and hearing from another who thinks this is an under-appreciated camera.

[@ebreckpo6563]

Always a pleasure to watch your detailed hands-on/review.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, always nice to know that my viewers appreciate my work.

[@chungron8178]

A 5-star review , thanks for the hard work , appreciation from Malaysia

[@MaartenHeilbron]

What a pleasure to read your kind words, thanks. Please say hello to all my friends in Malaysia.

[@Ouimzie123]

As always Maarten a very informative video. Thanks a lot to take the time to do such good work. It is helping me a lot.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

So glad to know my videos are useful and appreciated. Thanks!

[@andyh2561]

Thank you for the review. It looks like a great full-frame camera if you are not into video too much. I am going to buy one soon and your review helped my decision.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Yes, I think that many reviewers dismissed it unfairly.

[@camerapunk4109]

Always love your work, hope you cover canons eos R one day 😁

[@MaartenHeilbron]

When I asked Canon the RP showed up. I'll ask again.

[@pattig8905]

So helpful!! Thank you for helping me navigate these deep menu settings!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Happy to help! Thanks for commenting.

[@bohdanlonyuk9727]

Hi Maarten. Thanks for the channel and your nice reviews. Is it still worth buying a used RP or is it better to look at newer crop cameras (R10, X-10S/20S)? No specific tasks, general family/travel photography (start with kit lenses, primes in case of RP). Been mostly using the phone for the last few years, but would like to get back to cameras (and trying FF looks tempting). Thanks.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Yes, I think that it's a good used purchase.

[@OzSlowly]

An outstanding review. The best i have ever seen! Thank you so much.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Wow, thanks! What a pleasure to read your kind words.

[@nellatrab]

You are the best Maarten! Thank you for your time!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

My pleasure! Thanks for taking the time to post your kind words.

[@ximamax]

Amazing review thanks ! For landscape photography would you recomend the canon rp or the sony a7 III ?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Sure. With the right lens, both are very good choices.

[@viralvideos4472]

Your channel is the best. Because you reveal your review in details. But I don't know why your channel subscribes is under rated...

[@MaartenHeilbron]

What do you mean under-rated? I'm nearly at 100K subs! Thanks for the kind words though.

[@viralvideos4472]

@@MaartenHeilbron you don't understand I am talking about subscription relatively

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@viralvideos4472 Oh, thanks, Most of my relatives are subscribers though.

[@viralvideos4472]

@@MaartenHeilbron ok.. good luck

[@richardhowell9535]

I appreciate your clarity. I own this camera and other that it’s poor lens collection, for the average Joe, I love it. I bought the Tamron 35-150 and the Tamron 45mm, the Tamron 15-30 will soon follow. Thanks for the great review and the time you take to do it!! BTW, I just subscribed! 😀

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for sharing your kind words and those lens recommendations.

[@PetrS]

This is amazing review! Best I have seen... Full of great info, no bullshit. 👍

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you for your kind words, appreciated.

[@christelleberthon]

Hello Maarten may be I'm wrong but It seems to me that for the same price range, the Fujifilm X-T3 has much more to offer...Unless you already have a significant number of Canon lenses

[@MaartenHeilbron]

For as much as I'm an X-T3 fan, and don't believe that most of us need full frame, that is the advantage of the RP. I didn't get a chance to try the adapter, but yes, that's clearly a benefit to staying with Canon. Let me know if you need a link to a Canon to x-mount adapter.

[@christelleberthon]

@@MaartenHeilbron Hey Maarten, yes you can because all informations are good to take, but after 7 months I'm only at 48 percent of the money I need (bloody poverty) to get the X - T3 and the "kit lens", so this part would have to wait . Looking forward to your next video.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@christelleberthon Always happy to help.

[@vijayyatri]

This very nice information about canon rp and video setting start at 19.25 to 25.30 so enjoy the learning

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad the video was helpful. Thanks for your kind words.

[@lymemj]

The "bad" thing about your reviews is that I wish i could buy every camera you show !!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I note that you put "bad" in quotations. Does this imply that you don't really think it's bad? However, I do always try to provide a full picture, so you'll typically find a few reasons not to buy a camera in a review. Anyway, thanks for your kind words and taking the time to comment.

[@Noealz]

nothing like a swivel screen - good stuff

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Agreed, thanks for the kind words.

[@thegoldenhours]

I learned quite a lot off this review, thanks for the detailed information!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to know I've provided helpful information, thanks for commenting.

[@JavierArellano]

Subscribed. I LOVE your reviews can you talk about the benefit of the RF lenses over the EF? Thanks for this video

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Although I will ask, Canon Canada recently has not been cooperative enough to think that will happen.

[@markolwick2223]

It’s great to have the detailed walkthrough of the camera features and menus, but to be honest, the one thing that you never seem to spend enough time on is the most important: image quality. Including dynamic range, rendering of skin tones, landscapes, high ISO performance, etc. you mention at the end of this video that the distinction between mirrored or mirrorless no longer matters, and I agree, but I would also argue that adding more and more bells and whistles also no longer matter. It’s all about the final image.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Yes, good comment, fair complaint. Here's the thing. The quality of all the cameras that I review is high, and while the issues that you mention are clearly of interest, for these cameras those are small details and differences. Video is not the ideal medium to address those (what could I show, or what could you possibly discern in a 4K (8Mp) video - even if you are watching in 4K, KZbin's bandwidth severely compromises quality. In addition, I do not have the setup (or discipline to be honest) to configure a test scenario that is repeatable for all the cameras I review. Quality analysis is an issue that's very technical and readily available on many other websites and channels (dpreview, tony northrup and many more) that I don't feel the need to do that. I'm not sure that I agree about the bells and whistles, although I do often feel that, particularly at the high end, manufacturers add more gimmicky features than needed. The intention of my videos is to give you a hands on sense of how the camera works. I provide detail on all the features, functions and capabilities, demonstrating the implementation and results. I comment extensively on usability. I hope that those are issues that are also important and in my judgement, it's an area where there are not many others providing their opinion. Finally, although there are some objective measures for quality, in the main it's a highly subjective field, and rather than to share my opinion I prefer to let my viewers come to their own conclusions. Sorry to post such a long reply, but I do thank you for your kind words.

[@JoaoRodriguesNeto]

Thanks for the Great review. Congratulations!!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I'm pleased by your kind words, thanks for commenting.

[@FredWampler]

Great informative review. Thank you.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind, thanks for commenting.

[@katsuOfficial]

Thanks for your valuable review. I just got mine with 35/1.8 today :D

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate your kind words, thanks for commenting.

[@bobbluesky4219]

I've just bought that camera and your video is very useful."That FV mode does it all"As for me I don't really know yet what to think about it but I feel I could easily do without it.Thanks and congratulation on your channel .By the way I live in Auvergne,next to Clermont-Ferrand and I was wondering why you did not do some videos in French , as I am sure you can speak French...

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Happy to read that you appreciate my videos. I'm envious of your location - we love France and it has been very to not be able to travel. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnXLd2iJq9yJiKs Although I do speak French, it's not enough to convey the complex concepts and detailed technical aspects of cameras in 2022. There are others who do it much better.

[@pankajmistry4600]

Excellent review of the RP. Thanks

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind words, appreciated.

[@averageguy1261]

You, over everyone else on KZbin, I trust. Curious for yourself, would you choose this or the Fuji XT3?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

While I really liked this camera, and if I owned one would certainly not trade it in, my preference would be the X-T3. I like the way it operates and looks.

[@jamesstudd9776]

Great review about a great camera. Well worth the investment with excellent image quality.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I thought so too. Thanks for your kind words, appreciated.

[@BJJandBS]

Its an excellent camera. tons of features. Very reasonable. Only issue i have is my battery life on it is quite poor. I also would love if Canon could come up with the Clear Vision Zoom that Sony has.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It didn't seem quite poor to me. And there's always the option to buy another battery. With the 4K crop, it's just like the Clear Vision Zoom!

[@BJJandBS]

@@MaartenHeilbron I mean using the crop more for stills. I do wish it had that ability.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@BJJandBS For stills, I would not use those kinds of tools in camera. Crop your images in post. Anything else reduces quality.

[@kospaang]

I have two batteries in my camera bag, plus one in the RP - problem solved. As a plus, all three (numbered) batteries get regular usage/recharge in sequense.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@kospaang An excellent plan, thanks for sharing.

[@lorenschwiderski]

I believe it was a couple months ago, the camera + short zoom was priced at $999 --- they threw in the lens for free it seemed! Considering it is right priced, made in Japan, with lens made in Taiwan, what's not to like. Canon might not have the best dynamic range sensors, but they seem to have lovely color and focusing is good so??? Sounds like a good deal to me. -Loren

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Sounds like a good deal.

[@tobyboy7711]

Excellent video of the canon Rp no bull just tells you what you are thinking of thank you..

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to read positive comments from my viewers, thanks!

[@TeluguNavvulu]

TY for detailed Video. I am Planning to buy RP with lens RF 24-105 mm F4-7.1 IS STM lens. Do you recommend this combo for indoor videography? OR you prefer RP with any specific lens for indoor videography. Please suggest your thoughts.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

You'll prefer a lens with a wider aperture for indoors. Alternately, buy a flash.

[@TeluguNavvulu]

@@MaartenHeilbron thank you for your reply. Any recommended lens around less than $600 USD.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Sorry, don't have enough experience/knowledge of Canon-specific lenses.

[@bdfrankmeow]

Nice and quite usefull review . Besides price , this camera also stands out as being the lightest full frame system body , wich is the main point for me . If i add the fully mobile screen as i like taking vertical low shots , this becomes the only fit , again in FF . I prefer small primes to zoom but guess what : next week the RP + adapter + rf 35 f1.8 is macro stm are $1600 ... canadian + taxes , so about $2K with cards and batteries . A hard decision since i don't lack equipment but it would be quite a walkaround with much higher iso capabilities than what i already have.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the kind words - I sympathize with your plight. All camera decisions have become complicated with no simple solutions.

[@craigm7240]

This guy is so pleasant it's refreshing.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

This guy thanks you for your kind words.

[@pingwong117]

The one review which matters Finally no more 10 or 15 minutes blabbering on its video functions blah and blah

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words.

[@saintsi6997]

Top Man, Great video. the best all round review of the RP todate. I personally think the viewfinder could be of better definition. I might of misunderstood you about skipping through the menu main tabs, this can be done by pushing the info button. I think that there are a lot of reviewer snobs out there that because the association with the 6D2. they have missed the potential in this camera. You have dispelled that. Well done. best wishes Si

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Yes, not sure why the same viewfinder used in the R wasn't used here too. Thanks for the tip about the INFO button, I didn't figure that out. Finally, thank you very much for your kind words, they are appreciated.

[@saintsi6997]

@@MaartenHeilbron I'm interesting you say the viewfinder is best on the market at 2.4 Million Dots, do you think it better than the EOS R at 3.6 Million Dots and as some of the Sony's A7 series have. Or is your criteria different? Regards Si.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@saintsi6997 Sorry, my mistake, I was thinking about the R, not the RP, I've edited my comments.

[@henryfleming1680]

You do fantastically solid work, sir.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you kindly! I appreciate your comments.

[@omgflavor]

Hoi Maarten, Thank you for this excellent video! I am in the process of buying this camera. The thing I not 100% sure about is whether to get the 50mm F1.8 or the 24-105 F4-F7.1 lens. The main use of the camera will be food photography. I think I should get both at the end of the day, but which lens would you recommend to get me started. Groetjes uit Noorwegen, Richard

[@MaartenHeilbron]

While the f1.8 aperture will provide better photos in low light, 50mm is a little long for food photography - you may end up standing on chairs. The 24-105 is likely the better choice, but a wide-angle large aperture prime might better - or add a flash to your purchase.

[@vivekranjantube]

Very useful review, Thank you so much, sir.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for commenting.

[@davidgavasheli3736]

Thank you so much for the wonderful review. I’m planning to buy my first full frame camera and I think RP going to be good choice ( after your review). Just one question: is it difference in image quality between kit RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM Lens and RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM? Thank you. David

[@MaartenHeilbron]

A lens with a fixed minimum aperture (F4) is always preferable to one with a ramped (F4-F7) aperture. Thanks, a pleasure to read your kind words.

[@DaisysWorld192]

Great Channel I just subscribed and bought this camera thank you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind words, and your subscription, appreciated.

[@melvinjohnson2074]

I find Canon's menus easy to navigate, it's Fuji's that give me a headache. Overall a solid review thank you.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the kind words. Over years of reviewing, I've learned that familiarity makes menus easy to navigate. They generally have a fairly steep learning curve.

[@dougsmit1]

A very useable focus stacking routine is part of the free DPP software that comes with the camera so you do not need Photoshop.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Good tip, thanks.

[@bonynge5]

Great review. Told me all I need to know.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad to hear it! Thanks for your kind words.

[@otis490]

Thanks for the in depth review.👍

[@MaartenHeilbron]

My pleasure! I appreciate your kind words.

[@sw40lover]

You snuck in a pic of you and your wife ❤️

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Was that bad? My daughter took the photo.

[@sw40lover]

@@MaartenHeilbron no it made me smile.beautiful photo.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words.

[@bernardvantonder7291]

Incredible detail!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you very much! I do my best to make sure I've covered all of the features and functions.

[@momchilminkov5722]

I've argued with a lot of critical people on internet about this camera being logical for the customers to buy. Unless one shoots fast action photography or professional video, this will cover all their needs. At a price point that is hard to argue with. And for the thousands and thousands of Rebel series users out there, for example, this is a perfect upgrade, that will come with next to no learning curve and significant improvement in capabilities and IQ. I see the argument that RF lenses are very expensive a void one too. There is abundance of lenses for Canon EF mount out there, both cheap and expensive, big and small, consumer grade and professional. One should buy what they need, want or can afford and just go use the camera.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I agree, this camera doesn't get the respect it should.

[@ryanpaquette3834]

We just bought one - having some issues taking pics of moving subjects - we primarily wanted to be able to shoot bans at concerts - sports etc. all moving targets- any pointers. surely this camera is good for this - we are entry level and used a T7 before - this is our first full frame so be gentle on us - we just need some pointers! Thank you in advance

[@MaartenHeilbron]

What issues are you having? Which lens(s) are you using?

[@fasuego]

The best video I've ever seen!!!!! Bravooooooo

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind, thanks for commenting.

[@mbfurman]

Excellent, comprehensive review. You noted the lack of panorama. Is there a simple way to video and later convert to a pano still??

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, I appreciate your kind words. No. Just take stills and use photoshop or other to stitch them together - that provides a better result anyway.

[@srd505]

simply amazing review. subscribed

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the kind words, and the subscription.

[@kospaang]

Yes indeed, a fine camera combined with a superb *NEW* RF 'L'-lens. All together within a nice set price. A very thorough, although 'fast', review - that even an EOS RP owner have to play/replay to get it... :o I've had the RP set for a couple of months now, still learning, also from Your review ! Good job ! ... I Wonder how Nikon ppl. celebrates summer this year ;-)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, it's always nice to know I've provided useful and interesting content.

[@sl2608]

The sensor in the RP is fully exposed when changing lenses. It does not have a cover that comes down and covers the sensor, as the "R" version has, making the sensor vulnerable to dust when changing lenses. This is a real thumbs down in my opinion, along with no in-body image stabilization (IBIS). It's a decent price, if those things don't matter to you. Canon will need to bring down the prices of its R, R5, R6 bodies if they want serious DSLR users and lovers to switch to mirrorless. Prices will need to match current DSLR prices.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Good points, thanks for commenting.

[@andorakotomalala3399]

I am mainly interested in still photography, what do you think about the use of manual focus lens on this camera? The absence of internal image stabilization sparks an hesitation in me.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Support for manual focus is reasonable. Peaking offers fewer features and is less sensitive than most. The 10x view though, is very good and useful, although it would be nice to have it switch automatically when using manual focus. While stabilization can be useful, faster lenses, optically stabilized lenses and tripods all provide alternate solutions. I was puzzled that it's not included for stills, as the IS for video is very good.

[@dagocleo]

very nice review ! did you ever miss not having an internal flash ?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the kind words. I didn't, but I don't use flash much and when I do an optional flash is much more flexible and useful to me.

[@vincentnavea6999]

Nice video. However I wished you touched on using EF lenses or third party EF mount lenses using an adapter. I hope you make another video on this. Thank you.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's an excellent suggestion, however, I don't think I can accommodate your request.

[@skakdosmer]

14:34 "In Program mode there's no shift mode for alternate shutter and aperture combination". I'm not quite sure what you mean by shift mode, and I don't know about this camera. But Canon's standard method of selecting a different combination has always been simply to roll the "main" (top) dial - no special mode required.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It sounds like you know exactly what I mean and I was as surprised as you were. I triple checked that I hadn't missed some button to activate it, but the manual also makes no mention. Such an odd omission.

[@skakdosmer]

Remarkable! But then I must confess that although I mostly do shoot in P mode, I've never actually changed the combination in this way. If I don’t like what P mode suggests, I always go to a different mode, mostly Av. So this omission wouldn’t be a dealbreaker for me. But the fact that you can’t record video in 1080 with an EF-S lens attached is! (And I don’t like the small battery - why not an LP-E6n?)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I don't shoot P either, but felt I needed to mention that for those that do. Right, not a great video camera on any count.

[@dwightchase4013]

Whoa. Love the review and your style reminds me of Jay Ingram. Subbed!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind, thanks for taking the time to comment and to subscribe.

[@subrotomitra]

As always, precise

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, always a pleasure to hear that viewers enjoy my videos.

[@dougsmit1]

Why do you suggest using Photoshop for reconstructing focus bracketed images rather than the free DPP facility. Does the Canon software not work?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It’s the only tool I know. Use whichever you prefer. Didn’t try the Canon software.

[@edwin18959]

Awesome review!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks! Always my pleasure to post videos that get positive comments.

[@drbeardo6960]

Thanks a lot fpr this review... How does it compare with 6Dm2 or a7ii..?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate your kind words, thanks. I wasn't able to compare them side by side. In general, the lack of native lenses make it less desirable (at the moment) than its competitors.

[@dado7284]

Hoi Maarten, Kun je me als beginner vertellen welke camera beter is canon rp of sony zve-10? Canon rp gebruikt met 50mm lens 909 euro of sony zve-10 nieuw met kitlens 699 euro? M.v.g.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Dat hangt vooral af van je intenties als fotograaf/videograaf. Beide zijn goed voor de basis en kunnen aan uw behoeften voldoen terwijl u uw vaardigheden ontwikkelt. Ik zou u echter willen aanraden om uw portemonnee, uw hand (die beter vast te houden is) en uw gevoel voor stijl en merkvoorkeur u te laten leiden bij uw beslissing.

[@momentphotos79]

Great video,Canon made its RF lens that no one can approach for its price

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, a pleasure to read your kind words.

[@FinnBaygan]

Your videos are the best when I’m hung over

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Hmmm .... I'm gonna say Thanks for the kind words and leave it at that.

[@powerofdesiboy]

Sir, in the video you have made, which camera and lens have you shot the video, please tell.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It was a while ago, but the Fujifilm X-H1 seems the most likely response, with the 16-55 lens.