Canon R8 - The Cheap Full Frame Mirrorless Beast you can ACTUALLY Afford

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[@smithsleatherbalm7544]

Cody nailed it in the final seconds of this video. "The best camera is the one you can afford to replace." Last Summer I was shooting on an R5 with the 85mm F1.2 and it stayed in my camera bag for most adventures because I was terrified I would drop it, scratch it, break it. LOL

[@datdudeinred]

Yeah i think manny koshbin said this - you should only buy something if you can afford 10x of the same thing.

[@DexterWTFF]

@@datdudeinred lol no one would ever buy anything. People just need to be more careful with their stuff, use it just don't do stupid things. I can't afford other camera but i shoot everything I think is possible. I can't afford 10 more cars but I have to have one and use it to it's fullest.

[@ARKenMan]

Or just be willing to lose it and 'have' to replace it. I've taken my 5d mark IV, which I know, I know, it's a cheap camera now, but 5 years ago wasn't, out on the buffalo river many times to take pictures. I put it in a zip loc baggy, then when I felt the canoe and environment were reasonably safe, I took that baby out and got some great shots. Taken it hiking many times in places I could have fallen hard. That's always been a pet peeve of mine though. People buying stuff and not using it. If you have a pickup truck and the bed has not a single scratch on it, you should have bought a car my friend.

[@pal54321]

Canon decide to STILL use the LPE17 battery after so many complaints about it being crap. And STILL< we have micro HDMI. And no wheel. I'm out. Just get an R6ii.

[@AnthonyCrouchPhotography]

Or be willing to get insurance. People insure a hobby car they build, a boat, etc. Good cameras no different

[@jakefelzien]

the best camera you can afford to replace is the perfect line for a sentiment i have been trying to communicate for years. If you aren't afraid to hold it out a car door for the shot, you are going to get incredible shots. and if you don't, you will miss those shots. TrustinTimber, perfectly said!!!!

[@sajibchowdhury4259]

This is NOT cheap, affordable yes!

[@djamesvideography]

Literally there are no bad cameras anymore, they're all what we dreamed of 5 years ago now, even entry level ones.

[@copycatlyn]

so funny you say this. 7 years ago, i was like "cameras are so bad unless they're like 5k". now entry levels are immaculate offering options that were only in 5k cameras 7 years ago. crazy.

[@ko-Daegu]

2000$ body only don't think that's entry level

[@Glade4]

@@copycatlyn the camera is 2000, its just as expensive as all other bullshit, cameras are so incredibly overpriced its not okay, the upcharge is crazy for what it costs to make a camera... literally just canon tax

[@GiJoe94]

Goes with every technology. Imagine after 10 years what will be the norm

[@realyopikechannel]

if a camera cost more than 1k it isnt entry level lmfao. i shoot on a sonya7r3a but i didnt start on a 2k mirrorless system i started when i was 14 on a $350 used d3500 with a 18-50 (i think) kit lens. I traded that into mpb and got a d5300 and a Sigma 50mm Art for about 300 dollar difference when i was 16, and then i sold that body and lens and got the Sony when i was 18. most "entry-level" photographers are kids and teens just getting into the hobby, if you tell them a $1k camera body is entry-level you'll scare em off

[@cachetheline]

"Buy the camera you can afford to replace." I like that. A lot.

[@dr_squirrel]

I love how Peter always wraps reviews into a story. Also, I appreciate his candor, mentioning the cons as well as the pros. Great job, thank you

[@mrbonfim7892]

I second your words. And that's why I trust his reviews, I don't feel like someone is pushing me to buy new stuff, and I really appreciate his comments about the cons.

[@XINHE]

"The best camera is the one you can afford to replace." Damn I felt that.

[@thesupport4963]

that makes no sense.

[@yagutensho4044]

@@thesupport4963 Bro when you running a business it makes sense. Good quality + you can afford multiple or replace in a pinch.

[@thesupport4963]

@@yagutensho4044 still does not make sense. ‘Let me buy crap and replace it with crap” That’s like replacing Angel Soft with Charmen.

[@AV.Creative]

Not crap just a budget option that isn’t top of the line but still does what you need like a m50 or a t8

[@thesupport4963]

@@AV.Creative not really a budget camera at $1600 when you need to buy the accessories for it. especially a couple more batteries considering the fact that you will go through that tv remote battery that come with the camera.

[@original_gruzza_media]

As a new photographer I really enjoy your content. You always put out videos that are interesting and great to watch. You have the balance between being both entertaining and informative. Keep up the great work.

[@ShaneSmithWeather]

That was a truth bomb at the end. Absolutely love that line about the best camera is the one you can afford to miss. Going to have to show this to my students.

[@MrBearitall]

A truthful video about canon cameras from an ambassador. I appreciate this so much

[@jordanmcwilliams5993]

Usually my comments get no traffic but I actually think this was one of the best camera reviews I've watched and kept me glued to the screen, the friendly banter around the fire pit, just overall wish these types of review were made more often

[@dinucaptar8316]

No possible... existed there multiple cameras...

[@YannickGalaske]

My favorite review video of you and Kirk by far. Well done!

[@BAdventures]

The cinematic short film start was a great demo. Appreciated all the practical info after. I think Canon is trying to remove the Mirrorless M series altogether (M6 / M50). Perfect end quotes from both of you: "Buy the best you can afford and actually use it and learn it". ; and "The best camera is the one you can afford to replace". Totally agree. Good hands on review 👍

[@MrHockeyhead019]

This was a great vid man! It's to the point, great footage and b roll, awesome shot showing it's capabilities.

[@valkammadutter5011]

The last 70 seconds of this video is something I would love to hear 4 years ago. I bought camera equipment for about 2900 USD... But I realized that I never used it because I now have so much stuff that it is too heavy to carry around... I have now sold everything off and bought a Lumix Lx100II and am SUPER happy with that choice!

[@momovalencia1]

Mind telling me which equipment you bought exactly? I don't wanna make the same mistake lol

[@--chapmandavidm8518]

Thank you for all of your hard work. I see why you produce such quality work. I really enjoyed the video and learned a lot from it.

[@LuredFishing]

Mr. Mckinnon filming what i film every f*ckin' day. I love it 😍 hahaha

[@walkerjones5756]

8:15 that’s the realest you’ve ever felt. I’ve been following you for around 3 years now and that’s the coolest thing you’ve said

[@CristinaFilms]

Hello from Norway! Thank you so much for making this video!!! Looks like the camera I have been waiting for. If you would enjoy to make more videos about it , I will be looking forward to it!

[@colinhulett8139]

Brilliant!!! Top draw stuff. Thanks Peter, your work gets better every day!

[@jimmywilliams8794]

Love the final line! Well done!

[@triumph_cv]

Great review - loved the wisdom from both of you gents at the end.

[@TheKidsDaaaaad]

I usually hate watching camera reviews, but this nailed it. You kept it short and REAL! Loved it man, hope you were able to thaw out after that arctic cold water!

[@JustinReynoldsUtah]

I love that comment towards the end. It doesn't matter which camera you buy, just get to know that camera in and out. Get what you can, and don't extend yourself more than you are able.

[@ChaddParks]

Bought it yesterday! Years of learning and watching your videos, I finally took the leap and I am Super stoked!! Thanks Peters!! Now just need save up 2 more grand for a good lens :).

[@williamgoss4691]

I could almost feel the icy water in that river ! And we learnt a lot about the R8 too. A Fantastic little film, thanks Peter.

[@Artofspeedd]

Great video keep up the good work bro

[@john_c2665]

Great video, as always. But the last part of the video is true gold.

[@JasonMorrisphotocinema]

Oh canon. Bringing the budget goods 🎉 well done

[@CurtTerpstra]

Nice video, nice content, and the last bit of advice was spot on.

[@attilahajabacs6453]

I fully agree, that there is no bad camera announced nowdays. Yes, there are differences, but they count only when you already know, what are you looking for. I also liked this style and not a sheet of specs, great video!

[@sketchy094]

He’s evolving👀 I definitely want to see more of this style of content

[@ChrisProuse]

Love seeing the backcountry crossover! Well said - camera gear gets trashed out there in the bottom of boats and dragged through gnarly portages... but the shots out there are worth it 😊

[@CameronGroff]

Looks like Pete's pumped about the outdoors again, you gotta love it ✌

[@FrancescoPaggiaro]

Love the cinematography peter ❤️

[@WrestleTRIPLETHREATS]

I love the rustic campfire/ french press scene. Great work here!

[@mooksmootseng]

Please do more videos like this ... outside, looks and feels great

[@brainfragrances]

I don't do video, just photo (and mostly no motion), RP has been serving me perfectly. Underrated and best value camera imo unless you need video

[@kaspergaram]

I am very excited for this camera. For my personal use, this looks perfect. Or at least perfect. I'm so glad you talk about the battery life and tested it out in the cold, because I'm a Finn, so it gets cold out here.

[@tristantakevideo]

Enjoyed this a lot. As an R5 owner, I’ll definitely be picking this up as a second body/backup. Really nice review dudes. 👌🏼

[@chrishoare1479]

Surely it makes more sense to get an r6 or an r6ii or at least another canon that uses lpe6. If you have two bodies its easier if they are similar; lens mounts, similar buttons, features, batteries ...

[@TravelFanatical]

That image you took at 3:37 is off the hook.. wow love it. Great review by the way and love how you keep it real.

[@DrMcMoist]

Pun intended? Y'know... cause he is an angler?

[@kimetfrzbilla7860]

Your videos are like movies, I love them! I get inspired!

[@KrisLuckPhoto]

that river sequence is soo clean!

[@luigimonaco7826]

Your videos are the best. Really beautiful.

[@Mike-H.]

Dude so freaking bad ass! Fishing is the top of the list for me along with killer footage. Hats off to you my dude! 👏🏽

[@TheArtofKAS]

The very end of the video is just great. I read it as "Gear Doesn’t matter" Redux. If you’re afraid to break your toys...then that fear is going to sap all the Joy you can get out your toy. Awesome video as usual Pete!

[@BeverageHunters]

This sounds like a great camera I would be able to get into coming out of the M50 for what I shoot in video. can't wait to get there! Thank you!

[@joshbirch7927]

I've watched so many different reviews on this camera after deciding the R6ii was out of my upgrade budget! But this video has swung it for me!!

[@BLBADVENTURES]

This is very cool. What a great video

[@mrbonfim7892]

Another great video full of insights. I got really interested in that camera as it can be replaced if necessary.

[@melaniesue]

this video was much needed more so for what Peter said!

[@9fifty1]

This was a great review. Loved the blunt conclusion

[@JessD2008]

Loved this review actually

[@ADivaForLife]

Thank you for this Professor Pete 🎓🎓📸🎞️

[@Youthman]

Still absolutely love my R5. It's a phenomenal camera that meets my needs for video and photography.

[@travelthroughart]

Dude we're clearly all here because we can't afford a stupid R5 so get outta here :D

[@CanditoTrainingHQ]

You say "still" as if it isn't still a near 4,000 dollar camera lol. I'd hope it's still useful. Not like 8k is sub-standard for today.

[@davidjm141]

I love what you said at the end "Learn technic, Nothing will make you better unless you're out there in the world using your camera" wise words brother. thank you! ❤ 8:16

[@inbetweenstops]

holy crap! the best camera you can afford to replace it the most incredible quote ever. I get asked so often what camera should I buy... this is my canned response and it opens up great dialog about photography!!

[@UrbanSipfly]

I love the fact that the R8 is weatherproof because one never knows where that perfect shot is and when found one needs a camera 📷 that's ready!

[@raghavshukla6912]

really liked the ending! was super contrasty with your normal style

[@williamgoss4691]

Watched a 2nd time, just for the exhilarating location, the shots n the excellent breakdown of wot the R8 can do and wot it can’t quite do … Peter yr vids r a great gift to learning photographers … I hope u get a lot satisfaction from that. I imagine the $$ helps a bit tooo …. Thks mate.

[@GrahamOrpwood]

I was about to say. Your out of season for fly fishing. Really glad you touched on that. The ice makes a beautiful background for fly fishing.

[@Baseem]

Hey bro, love your video! As a suggestion: maybe put in the corner which lens you used for each shot. It would help out a lot.

[@crystalpulseTV]

It's magic... All these camera releases and it just reminds how well Panasonic designed their cameras - The mic port is up high out the way of the flip screen. The batteries are great. With the PDAF, christ, it's going to be such a good future 🫶 As you say, it's hard to go wrong these days, just get out there and shoot. Still, that cripple hammer 🤣

[@uratasan]

The best advice was the back n forth at the end. Diamonds

[@TylerEdwards]

The sound design tho. Chef’s kiss

[@Vincentcam]

The ending is the best!

[@JCtheMusicMan_]

Once Peter mentioned they were appearing to fly fish for the sake of the review I couldn’t push the thought of the behind the scenes process out of my head 😅🤣 Peter’s videos are always phenomenal! I learn so much by trying to think, how would Peter approach this (I just pulled my phone out to get some pictures) photo shoot 😎 💜

[@AndyKunkel]

It is a great time to be a creator. So many good options, and that price battle benefits US!

[@REVIEWSONTHERUN]

Cool! Thanks for sharing it ✌️

[@YardBrah]

8:30 Amen my dude... Right now I'm shooting with an Iphone waiting for this exact camera! Doesn't come in till the 15th of April but I can't wait! Shot with EOS R last season and this season the R8 will be the main for the first part then testing out the Sony ZVE1 for the latter half... Thank you for the review 🤙🏾

[@mjzcreations8571]

Awesome Video, the outfit, location, and weather gave me major Red Dead Redemption 2 vibes, especially on that railway.

[@angeldelarosasr]

Pretty good stable video even tho the camera doesn’t have ibis and you did it all handheld on the freezing cold, your videos are great Peter

[@peter.nicholson]

Completely agree - The R8 could serve as a great backup (compact & light) to support eg, the R5 when on location...

[@obedlekhehle7354]

The wait is over 🔥

[@gamotronix_sakib6548]

Watching you after quite sometime. You look amazing, kind of like a Mafia 🤩🤩🤩🤩 Love you, love your videos ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mrzsmusiclessons]

I was expecting it to be a lot more expensive. Awesome!

[@actualamateur149]

I'm still using my 80D I got like 5-6 years ago. Still love it.

[@PromoMoviescomau]

That intro fishing sequence was pure.

[@6r4metroman]

This is why I follow you, excellent, thank you...

[@dreamingofbonsai]

Your advice at 8:15 is spot on. 100 percent accurate.

[@mb-watches]

Use the R7 and R10 and somehow autofocus on the r10 seems to be sometimes off too, r7 never seems to struggle. Was thinking about the R8 but I think with my set up I am still good to go. Thanks for the review Pete, love your thoughts on new cameras, hope for an R50 review and I as well would appreciate your thoughts about the R7. Or even better: would like to see what you could get out of the R7… cheers mate

[@HeroShotz]

You could get the same footage out of the r7 lol stop worrying and go make some magic dude ✨️.

[@mb-watches]

@@HeroShotz do that already, just would like to see what Peter could get out of that 😉

[@MonroesArtStudio]

How's the R7 working out? One reason to go with the R7 for me is because I already have several of those battery types which is a good thing. Also coming from an 80D where I already love what I get, this is a huge step up. Only real accessory I would need is the EF adapter

[@thenomad531]

2;28 in.......GREAT shots man....how inspiring....

[@batabole93]

8:34 the best advice and conclusion! 🍻

[@aidanlarsen]

Great vid! Coming from someone who has an m50, this looks like a better version of that. Same battery I think, similar small size. This looks like something I could upgrade to one day if I want a full frame camera and more 4k capabilities

[@shortassbd]

I thought exactly the same thing :)

[@ChicaneMedia]

Yeah I have an M50 as well rn with kit lens. Been looking for a 50mm f1.8 to play around or like 30-35mm since its more desirable. Then I was like maybe I should just sell it and buy an EOS R and that led me to this video about the R8. Maybe I should just go for it but it's so expensive 😂

[@davidvictory9764]

I have a gh5, I think this would a dream camera for me. Good price, fullframe, and photo/video hybrid

[@MartinV.]

great video

[@phynx2006]

That Trustin Timber has some chop to him 👍😝

[@Tips4_Trips]

Great video 👍

[@DrewmatixFilms]

This was a great video

[@meandpictures]

Catchy intro🔥🔥🔥

[@flyfishingtheozarks]

Peter McKinnon + Fly Fishing = 🤯🤯

[@calebcarson4619]

The asthetic of this video was so completely satisfying I didn't want it to end. Best review ever, but honestly just stand in the woods and fish and chop wood and talk about art and I'll watch every second.

[@theovanberkel3524]

This is the Canon RP with a new name. Clever.

[@DillonWard93]

Awesome review. Straight to the point and solid advice at the end, buy what you can afford and learn the inside and outs of it.

[@SumanMandal2016]

I m addicted to your voice , Pete. ❤ From india

[@Zniper175]

That's a great thought to end it on.

[@stingillusionfilms]

My eyes were set on the lumix s5 as I currently have a RP. Canon really came through with this cam especially at the price point

[@stephansmokov4952]

Not a review at all. It's more like a documentary, the scenes, dialogs and thoughts not only on the camera but on overall equipment are outstanding. Thanks for sharing this Peter.

[@NashPotatoTube]

I WANT ONE. …. Love your Videos !

[@VynZography]

The best ANYTHING is the one you can afford to replace! Well said!