The Best Entry Level Camera...and It's Professional too! Canon EOS RP Review

[@peter_shadow7559]

What bothers a lot of people about this camera is that it has the ability to be professional for a great price. And that angers those who spend a lot on "pro" cameras and the results are similar. Good video.

[@peter_shadow7559]

Justin Myers Not yet. I will soon.

[@peter_shadow7559]

Justin Myers Just portraits.

[@zeyad2i]

Just bough the RP a week ago, I LOVE IT! A huge step forward as I had the Canon 550D before, let's gooo! 🙏🏻

[@hoodoo_taco]

Going from the 80D to the RP. Thanks for the great video!

[@hoodoo_taco]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I am a landscape photographer, and monthly will produce a KZbin video of the landscape history using both video and photo of a particular area.

[@hoodoo_taco]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I will use the current EF lens with the RP adapter for now, like the 35, 59 and 85 along with the zoom.

[@hoodoo_taco]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Will do, and keep up the great videos!!

[@legacyfitness7469]

I love my RP. Best Value in the market, period!

[@legacyfitness7469]

@@JustinMyersPhoto talking head, basically, and I do it in 720 p using OBS with the new eos webcam utility connecting the RP through the USB-C port directly to my laptop so I can record with no time limits, using overlays and eve screen capture directly to my computer. RP is more than enough for this scenario. Used to my old EOS M3, the RP is a beast. Here is one of my videos -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5inl6xpZbmShcU

[@growingpianists]

@@legacyfitness7469 what lense are you using with your RP for your video?

[@legacyfitness7469]

@@growingpianists if I recall correctly I used an EF mount Tamron 17-35 f/2.8-4 with the viltrox EF to RF adapter.

[@hawkboy000]

Decided to upgrade from my 70d to this. I mainly shoot stills so this is perfect for me. Solid camera. Got a battery extender as well which greatly helps with battery life. Paired up with my EF 24-105 f/4 but hoping to get the RF 85mm f/2 macro! Overall it’s a great camera for the price!

[@hawkboy000]

Justin Myers haven't gotten a chance to try it out much. Seems to work pretty well when I point it at myself lol. I'll definitely be testing that out more soon!

[@spandsbab]

Team RP, assemble! It took me a month of balancing what I need/want, how much it would cost and practicality, now enjoying it with a gifted 50mm f1.4... let the slow (expensive but worth it) lens building begin!

[@spandsbab]

@@JustinMyersPhoto oh the 50mm f1.4 is the EF USM one, classic (old lol) one via free basic adaptor, I just shoot photos, rarely vids, and just enthusiast (means my kids in the park)... I'm waiting for a pancake RF lens (hope a bit wider and faster)

[@spandsbab]

@@JustinMyersPhoto yeah that one still cost a pretty penny, and I do have the 40mm f2.8, still find the 50mm have better contrast and focuses just as fast... so more reasons I can't justify getting the 35mm, however my plan eventually is to sell those lenses and get fast 35mm and 85mm... I'm willing to get the RF 24-105 f4 tho :)

[@derbagger22]

@@JustinMyersPhoto there are a ton of tjose lenses on the market. Should be able to pick one up for under $800.

[@Terrilltf]

I moved onto this from the Canon 90D. It doesn’t have the fast frames per second on continuous that the 90D has but just glad to get into the RF mount system for so cheap. I got my RP for $650 CDN. I also kept the 90D.

[@markcurtis9803]

Great review, pretty much sold me. I only shoot stills so video is of no concern, and I'd be upgraded from an aps-c. Like you say, I'm happy getting great stills quality, and spend a little more on glass, which, even if I upgrade the body later, will still be with me. Thanks mate

[@markcurtis9803]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Just an all round enthusiast, and throw little up for stock. But love long exposures, and travel photography

[@markcurtis9803]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Lumix G7 and have a 14-140 and 25 prime. I travelled most of last year and it was great for size and flexibility. But certain light conditions I was pushing it to it's max, and blowing up some of my better images obviously have a ceiling there. This way I can give my GF the G7 and have the best of both worlds! haha

[@markcurtis9803]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Not yet, maybe something like the RF 16-35 as the pricey one, and then like you mentioned, i could get the adaptor and get something a little cheaper for longer focal lengths until I can save again for a better one. Plenty to think about right!

[@derbagger22]

@@JustinMyersPhoto bought my RP in August and am loving it! Came as a kit with the 24-240 lens. That lens is so sharp and so versatile. I have since purchased the RF 35mm f/1.8 and the Samyang 14mm f/2.8 manual focus and RF 15-35 L lens. Also have other EF mount lenses that work flawlessly. I got the RP so I could have a FF mirrorless, start investing in RF glass and get a more advanced body later. But this camera is amazing, as your pictures proved...

[@Teon-ld8vg]

Sony A7S 3... is it true ..has only 12 MP ? How to compare with the RP ? In my opinion the RP is the best Full Frame Camera for Stills. The RP is so versatile..i can use my Ef- Lenses even my vintage Full Frame Lenses. Focus bracketing, Timelaps and slow motion. And build like a tank. Thank you for the nice Review.

[@derbagger22]

I love my RP. And I love the 24-240 RF lens, too! And whats crazy is that on Canon's refurb site, you can get the RP and 24-240 combo for $1,199! Thats a sick deal on gear that has the same 1 year warranty.

[@coltonware5627]

Damn thank you for sharing this info! You just saved me a TON of money, I’m going to pick one up myself right now.. I never knew of the refurbished site!!

[@PacoSilva45]

JUST MADE MY PURCHASE BECAUSE OF THIS VIDEO THANK YOU

[@PacoSilva45]

Justin Myers yeah man it’s coming in this Thursday lol And I typically shoot portraits of my clients haircuts as well as barber tutorial,short transformations stuff like that. I plan to start expanding my content now with this camera. Check out my work on my Instagram @barberpvco 💡💯

[@PacoSilva45]

Justin Myers I have a 35 mm sigma 1.4 I’m gona get the ef attachment Any wide lens you recommend?

[@IsaacMedia503]

Thank you for the video though i want some advice, i want to buy the Rp, but i want to do events photography like birthday shoots, late night dinner, graduation and Portraits with studio shoots Is the RP worth it for me?

[@Alma_1992]

Bought a refurbished unit directly from Canon for $599 yesterday with free shipping. I think it’s a solid deal at that price.

[@aykatsing]

Been using the m50 for videos, and this looks really REALLY enticing. Thanks for the video!

[@aykatsing]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Just starting out with an art channel and plan to do more vlogs and talking head shots with my painting timelapses. The m50 has been great, but I'd like to get the wider field of view with the full frame and a bit better low light performance.

[@aykatsing]

@@JustinMyersPhoto daeng that 15-35mm f2.8 native RF would be the dream, but I do have the 16-35mm f2.8 L ii and plan to use the ef-eos r adapter. Any experience with such an adapter?

[@aykatsing]

@@JustinMyersPhoto MANY THANKS JUSTIN!

[@maryxkernohan]

I’m upgrading from t3i to the RP on Monday!

[@InnerPieces]

I’m thinking of doing the same, I’ve had my t3i for 6 years. How does it compare for you?

[@maryxkernohan]

@@InnerPieces totally worth it! It’s a huge upgrade for sure and awesome that all the EF lenses work on it. There is definitely a noticeable difference in the picture quality

[@InnerPieces]

@@maryxkernohan awesome, thank you 😊 . I’ve got a free Canon testdrive with the RP booked for this weekend, can’t wait to try it out!

[@markusi188]

Just got it with the kit lens. Massive black friday deal incl a cashback from canon in switzerland for around 615£. It was a no brainer! Love it!

[@markusi188]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I'm an actor and need to selftape a lot, for this I use the 6400 which is absolutely amazing. Plus my partner uses it to live stream her classes. Through this 6400 I fell in love with taking pictures again. I didn't want to invest in glass for an apsc camera so was looking to get a used a7iii or something to get me started with fullframe photography. After some research and my gut feeling I decided to invest in the canon rf ecosystem. So I'm starting out with the kit lense and the 35mm 1.8 on the rp body. Watch this space!

[@bachaabdou4433]

The camera might be cheap, but RF lenses are really expensive.

[@gnorth5110]

Thoughts about using vintage lenses on this body?

[@gnorth5110]

Justin Myers Street. I just picked up an old 1950’s Canon 50 mm, 1.4, and looking to put it on a mirrorless mount. I shoot Canon, and have ef lenses as well, so I like this option. Welcome your input.

[@gnorth5110]

Justin Myers yes, it’s a screw mount. I ordered an ef mount for my Canon 5d. Should arrive shortly. Some blogs have said vintage will work better on a mirrorless mount. I’d like to stay with Canon platform. That’s how I came across your channel which I liked. I dont know if there are adaptors for the RP, and how well they work.

[@gnorth5110]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Thanks Justin. Much appreciated.

[@derbagger22]

On every review I see, the RF lens is better than the EF equivalent...

[@ianrowley6593]

I love it and I use it for many types of photos including wildlife, ok not as good as my 7dmkii but to carry around all day it wins. May not get as many shots but there has to be a compromise somewhere?

[@ginamariephotography]

i have a 7d2 too! just got the rp last week, only shot it a few times, but so far so good! glad it's not terrible for wildlife, as i shoot them too- the test will be hummingbirds -coming this summer :D

[@ericfreutel8240]

Another great review! Thank you.

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Gremlack13]

I got an rp in late June and really enjoy it. Mostly keep it paired with the rf 24-105 f4L. Great set up at a decent price point.

[@VivaLaDan666]

my exact setup as well, the 35mm RF is fantastic for the price too

[@sean-zg4gx]

Justin Myers Sweet i just bought the older 24-105 f4 L for the EF mount to pair with the rp

[@sean-zg4gx]

Justin Myers It is the version I that is on the EF mount rather than the version II on the RF. That means i have to buy the adapter but it’s worth it because i’ll be saving money later when buying quality but cheaper EF lenses. I got the 24-105 for a little over $500 when the RF is over $1000 which is much better deal price per dollar

[@sean-zg4gx]

Justin Myers Oops that’s my fault, I kinda forgot about the mark ii for the ef 24-105, I did research before and it isn’t that much better and i’d have to pay over $300 more, which i could put to a cheaper portrait lens or something else. So i did get the mark i, but honestly i don’t really mind because it a big step up from my canon t6 with a kit lens.

[@lecoinfrugal8724]

Great video, already own the EOS RP and I just wanted to have different opinion on it. I'm not a professionnal so for me it is a nice upgrade from my previous mirrorless micro 4/3. I'm not disappointed so far.

[@lecoinfrugal8724]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I use the RF 35mm and the EF 50mm 1.8, always looking for high value per € spent. Now I will spend some time with this setup and maybe at some point I will go for either the RF 24-105 F4 or RF 85mm F2.

[@lecoinfrugal8724]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I do mostly street photos and occasional portraits. I use it also to record myself playing drums, that's why a wide angle is preferable. 35mm is not the best but again, I'm looking for value.

[@VinnyMoLi]

Deciding between this and the EOS R. Looking to upgrade from a 250d/SL3 with the 50mm & 85mm f/1.8 shooting portraits and headshots.

[@echomusic4574]

One more question about low light photography. Since FF's can capture more light than crop sensors, could I shoot pretty good lowlight pics with a f4 lens to avoid paying for the more expensive f 2.8 version lens? I plan to begin shooting concerts and club events.

[@PromoMoviescomau]

Totally agree with all of your points... hard to beat at this price.

[@PromoMoviescomau]

@@JustinMyersPhoto it's my back up camera. I also have the Eos R.

[@echomusic4574]

Justin, you helped ease my concern about the RP. I will be graduating from a Canon T5i. Will I notice the upgrade in quality and ability? I wasn't aware that I can't shoot 1080 with EF-S lenses. So, now I am considering an EF compatible Sigma lens (18-35 mm) to connect with an RF mount. Or just use my EF nifty fifty 1.8 to shoot video to save money and use my Sigma 17-70 Ef-S compatible lens to shoot photography. Does that sound like a good plan while I save for more expensive RF lenses?

[@echomusic4574]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I was hoping to edit my post before you responded, since I have a new plan that needs your stamp of approval. I appreciate your interaction with subscribers. I will leave my T5i and lenses as they currently are. I will purchase the RP with a RF 24-240mm and a RF 50mm. Save up for a fast 14-35 mm range zoom and a 70-200 2.8 zoom and an upgraded body afterwards. I should be set at that point, right?

[@ChristopherGeorge_photography]

I own and love this camera. I don’t shoot video so that part of this camera is not my concern. It is paired with some RF lenses and when comparing photos with the “R”, the “RP” can definitely hold its own. I can’t tell the difference unless looking at dynamic range (both are not good but the “R” is a tad better) you may be able to see a slight difference.

[@ChristopherGeorge_photography]

@@JustinMyersPhoto mostly street with some portrait and product photography sprinkled in here and there.

[@ChristopherGeorge_photography]

@@JustinMyersPhoto the 35 f/1.8, 24-70 f/2.8 and my favorite, the 85 f/1.2

[@ChristopherGeorge_photography]

@@JustinMyersPhoto you will not be disappointed with the imagery of either. I know I sure haven’t been let down yet (photography only).

[@JonoRob]

great review and advice

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

Glad you liked it!

[@debasmitabiswas3193]

I want to buy new camera for wedding photography, but I confused between 6dmii and Eos Rp... Which should I buy ? Please suggest me 🙂

[@Vikram-wx4hg]

Thanks Justin for a very practical real life review of this camera. It ticks all the use cases that I have for a camera. Thinking of purchasing this over and old 6D mark II or R6. The size and weight of this camera are so enticing for the normal walkaround camera. I have noted over the years that a smaller camera and lens combination is far more productive (at least for me). I also hope that Canon creates lightweight great set of lenses. The L series of Canon RF range is exquisite but the weight and volumes of certain lenses (particularly the new primes) are so unwieldy.

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

Glad you enjoyed it, the RP is an awesome camera for the right shooter. I think the RF 16mm f2.8, 35mm f1.8 and 50mm f1.8 are all great, light-weight lens options. The 85mm f2 is good for photography, but not video

[@Vikram-wx4hg]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Thanks for the lens suggestions. I already have a whole set of EF lenses (7) which are still working great on 6D. Probably will go for RF 50 1.8 and use the rest of these EFs with a converter mount.

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

@@Vikram-wx4hg yes, I use primarily EF lenses with the adapter on my cameras, they do really well

[@Vikram-wx4hg]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Great to hear that 👍🏻😊

[@allroundfan]

Hi there, thanks for sharing! Can I check if the RP has had any firmware updates to allow it to film Full HD 1080p using EFS lenses specifically?

[@ginamariephotography]

the only firmware update, thus far, is the 24fps, in 2019; none i've seen about getting better images with ef-s lenses; i'm told- haven't tried it yet -that when using an ef-s lens with the adapter, you only get about 12 mega-pix; which is disappointing, but aside from that, i'm really liking the rp :D

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

The reason for the lower resolution images with EF-S lenses is that they are only designed to cover an APS-C size sensor. So, when using them on a full frame sensor like the RP, the image only gets projected onto the center portion of the sensor and that portion of the sensor only contains about 10 MP or so. That is a physical limitation, so not something that can be changed through firmware

[@ginamariephotography]

@@JustinMyersPhoto that's what i've heard 🙂 thank you for the reply!

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

No problem!

[@tez7499]

Hello, thanks for the video it was very informative. I just got a brand new Eos Rp for a price I could not pass up on from my local classifieds as my first legitimate camera. I’m pretty much brand new to real photography and still learning the ins and outs, but was hoping you could direct me towards a “budget friendly” lens that would work well for nightscape astrophotography. Mainly looking to shoot the Milky Way and stars with stuff in the foreground like trees / mountains etc. I saw you mention in another comment that the Samyang RF 85 f1.4, and the 14mm f2.8 were good, but would one or the other be pretty decent for what I mentioned above? Or do you have any other suggestions preferably under $600 to pick up? Sorry for the long comment, any feedback is appreciated, thanks!

[@tez7499]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Ok cool thanks! I will look into that 85mm F2 for sure. Yeah I already ordered the RF 50mm 1.8, I figured that would be a good all around lens. I wasn’t sure if it was going to quite cut it for astrophotography or not, I figured I would want something with more of a wide angle? So I also had some older EF lenses that I acquired a while back from a family member and I was wondering if this stuff is still worth using now a days or does a newer lens make that much of a difference? Because I was thinking of buying an Ef to RF adapter if these are worthy of using - ~ EF / 35-80mm (4-5.6) III ~ EF-S / 18-55mm (3.5-5.6) II ~ EF / 80-200mm (4.5-5.6) II ~ Quantaray / 135-400mm (4.5-5.6) 2x AF APO

[@tez7499]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I appreciate the info and advice man. Yeah that’s definitely the plan, I’m going to get out there this weekend and start shooting / learning and go from there. Thanks a lot, happy new year.

[@darionregalado1464]

Getting mine today! (Day after Thanksgiving) can't wait for the sigma 16mm to come to the rf mount!

[@darionregalado1464]

@@JustinMyersPhoto the kit lense, 24-105 so not bad, just trying to find a good wide angle with a low aperture I can combo with the full frame

[@robertflores5370]

I just read the comment from "all around fan" which answers my question. So you ask all around fan why use EF-S lens. Simple, I would want to use the EF-S lenses on the unit because I currently own them and they are really good lenses. The question I have now is why the restriction on the lenses restricting 1080 video? I'm sure all around fan and I are not the only persons in this situation.

[@robertflores5370]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Justin, thank you for educating me on this point. I currently shoot the Canon EOS 77d, previously I shot the 50d, and before that the 20D. I like the smaller size because I travel and the use I would put the RF is night crowd, fiestive type video. So I do like the idea of a full sensor and may just turn to the nifty fifty EF or even a bit wider lens. I know I can use all my lenses on the M50 but moving to a full frame may give me more low light availability. Again thank you for your kind response.

[@robertflores5370]

Exactly! That is a lens I was considering. Wide and fast would work for my purposes.I do like the EFS system for telephoto like birding or shooting my grandkids doing sports. But the RF might suit me well for the purpose I intent. Again thank you very much.

[@diogoaguiar8835]

Hi. I own a SL2 and I recently managed to buy an used 24-105 f4 L II to pair with my tokina 11-16 2.8 I only do stills and I enjoy shooting at night in dark places. Low light performance compared with the sl2 is it much better?

[@diogoaguiar8835]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Thanks. I like to do long exposure shoots (beach or city) either during the day or in the night but shortly before covid I was really starting to enjoy going up to the hills to take some astro shots like star trails. Since the lockdown ended I've been going a lot to the hills and that's the biggest reason that I am considering to sell the sl2 to get a full frame sensor camera. Cause in low light the sl2 really struggles and stills with high iso are a bit crappy...But since good low light cameras are expensive, I was wondering whether buying the RP could be a good option between the sl2 and the R since the later is too expensive for me...Have you ever used the Sl2 and the RP in astro shoots or night shoots?

[@growingpianists]

What EF lenses would you recommend that are cheaper prices but really good lenses?

[@growingpianists]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I am a pianist and will be making tutorials on KZbin as well as for courses.. I was initially looking at m50 with a canon 22mm or sigma 16mm but then o thought I full frame would be really nice especially at that price point. However, I am very confused about lense types and what lenses would actually fit my needs. I will also like to use my camera for some product photography.

[@growingpianists]

@@JustinMyersPhoto thanks a million for this informative reply! Subscribed!

[@growingpianists]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I just got the m50 with signa 16mm. I filmed my hands playing piano up close as I wanted to demonstrate something and the video was in and out of focus. That was not the case when I filmed my face. Any suggestions? Do any of the manual settings make focusing more difficult? I was in manual mode...

[@growingpianists]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I tried all of them, focusing on face, focusing on a point or focusing on a selected area. I also tried turning servo on and off. My hand was still going in and out of focus as I was playing:(((

[@growingpianists]

@@JustinMyersPhoto yes, I am further away for most of my video, I just did an experiment playing up and down the piano which is a fair distance from one end to the other. I will also be testing out the RP with the 35mm... I was just wondering if any of my manual settings might be making the camera focusing slower..

[@Thetravelphotocoach]

Thank you for some insights I’ve not heard anywhere else, and I’ve watched a lot of RP videos as I’m considering purchasing one. I was wondering why people said it’s slow and not good for action and you mention the fps using tracking and that made sense to me as I thought 5fps wasn’t too bad but now knowing that it’s half that with focus tracking. Also I learnt that with mirrorless the focus points cover almost all the screen and with DSLR they are set because I was considering a DSLR instead of RP due to fps but now I don’t know what to do, but at least I am informed!!

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

Ya, that’s the burden of choice, unfortunately. What type of photography do you typically shoot?

[@Thetravelphotocoach]

@@JustinMyersPhoto for myself I like creative photography so a bit of everything and think the RP will be perfect for that and I’d like to start a dog photography business and that’s where I have the concerns

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

@@Thetravelphotocoach Ya, so if you want to make money shooting animals I would definitely suggest looking at the R6 because of the animal eye detect autofocus. That will be more of an investment, but if you’re making money from that work, it will pay off much more than the RP. That’s just very much a workflow issue

[@Thetravelphotocoach]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I’d love the R5 or R6 but until I’m up and running with a turnover they are out of my budget but if I get the RP and RF lens then at least I’m on the right camera ecosystem for an upgrade

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

@@Thetravelphotocoach definitely understandable, and that is typically my advice. What are you shooting with now?

[@tristan3665]

Just bought the RP, don't need all the fancy video stuff that comes with the $5000 CAD R5. Have a 24-70 F4, a couple primes and its a perfect small kit.

[@tristan3665]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I'm mainly a photographer yes, but the times I do use the video on the RP is just for 1080p 24p, which I find fantastic and more than enough more my needs. For 1200 CAD, it's more than enough for me.

[@makiosetsu5449]

Hi nice video. I want to ask something. Is canon rp weather Sealed?

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

It does have weather sealing, along the same level as the 80D/90D. What kind of weather sealing are you needing to looking for?

[@makiosetsu5449]

@@JustinMyersPhoto like taking photos on raining day. Is its possible for canon rp?

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

@@makiosetsu5449 just being out in rainy days should be okay, although with any camera, I would still suggest covering it as much as possible. You also have to consider that lenses would need to be weather sealed

[@makiosetsu5449]

@@JustinMyersPhoto ooo ok sir thanks for the sharing appreciate it 😊

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

@@makiosetsu5449 no problem!

[@kristijanignjatovski4415]

Hi, I would appreciate your thoughts about macro photography, extreme macro and low key photography about thus rp camera.

[@kristijanignjatovski4415]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I hope it's better than my eos 650d in dynamic range,iso capabilities at 1600.

[@kristijanignjatovski4415]

@@JustinMyersPhoto yeah, sigma 105 macro 2.8 ef mount and planing to get rf35. Thank you

[@kristijanignjatovski4415]

@@JustinMyersPhoto all ready sow it. 😎

[@skyfaneco5837]

Thinking about this for my first mirror less. Don't care about video only photography. Any other recommendations?

[@skyfaneco5837]

@@JustinMyersPhoto basically the stuff you said this camera is good for in the video lol. Landscapes, cityscapes, lifestyle and portraiture. Been shooting film for a while but just wanna have the convenience of digital despite my being a film fanboy lol.

[@skyfaneco5837]

@@JustinMyersPhoto seemingly so yeah. If it's the best value for price thats the choice for me. But I've been shooting film on the canon new F1 for a while and some medium format stuff on friends cameras though I don't own one

[@skyfaneco5837]

@@JustinMyersPhoto no unfortunately I only have the old canon FD lenses. I would probably get the RF To EF converter and get those lenses

[@skyfaneco5837]

@@JustinMyersPhoto in that case that would be perfect as I've spent a decent amount of money on a collection of well taken care of FD lenses. But those wouldn't have the autofocus functionality w/ the EOS RP

[@lucaswalker9358]

May be apples and oranges but how would this compare to the Nikon D7500? I shoot mainly portraits and only occasionally do video. Would the RP do better?

[@lucaswalker9358]

Justin Myers i have Nikon DX lenses but I’m gonna keep those as a back up so I don’t mind changing brands and getting newer lenses. I’m basically stuck between the RP, D7500, and the Fuji X-H1. Low light will help because I enjoy shooting at night and on cloudy days

[@lucaswalker9358]

Justin Myers Yeah It’s definitely an interesting lineup of choices. I’ve kept the Fuji in mind because of IBIS and the their lenses are really well made. I’ll be doing mostly outdoor portraits so I am thinking of slowing building a collection of 35mm, 50mm, and 85mm. Probably a wide angle as well to catch the occasional landscape. I’m a heavy traveler so keeping my bag light is but I’m wanting to move from just random photoshoots to becoming more professional. I’m keeping all options open. Do you have any other suggestions? I really appreciate the comments and glad I subbed👍🏻

[@antonyraj4008]

I m considering to upgrade into mirrorless from my 5Dm3. Confused between R & RP. Your advise. Hobbyist photographer.

[@antonyraj4008]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Thanks for the advise. 👍🏽

[@antonyraj4008]

The main reason is that 5DM3 is heavy with the L lens. That is why I m considering the switch into mirrorless.

[@cLaw27]

Justin, are you by any chance related to Donald Sutherland who played Sgt. Oddball in Kelly's Heroes? I can't unsee it lol

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

Nope, never had that comparison either. He does have a beard though, so I guess it works

[@Paulus449]

Excellent video, I love my RP

[@Paulus449]

@@JustinMyersPhoto photography almost exclusively, I have yet to use it for video. My main interests are astrophotography and landscape work

[@Paulus449]

@@JustinMyersPhoto can't afford rf glasses but I do have the ef 1.8 50mm and it's a superb lense

[@whatistruththywordistruth5972]

I was going to buy the 90d but the RP is something I may buy i want to do wildlife,weddings and food

[@whatistruththywordistruth5972]

@@JustinMyersPhoto This will be my 1st camera I will be doing wildlife Wedding photography Landscaping Modelling I desire to do this professionally

[@whatistruththywordistruth5972]

@@JustinMyersPhoto ok I'm going with the RP Ef 24-105 mm

[@arifkizilay]

Hi Justin, It seems it is good for photography. I hope the camera has nothing to do with the video. I am looking for a relatively good camera for photography with a small size and relatively cheap. thank you.

[@arifkizilay]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Yes I am using canon t2. I am looking for a small size camera with small size lenses. I don't understand why they make so big lenses.

[@arifkizilay]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I wonder if you know any Panasonic or Lumix( I am not sure about the relationship, are they the same brand?) pure photography camera. thank you.

[@arifkizilay]

@@JustinMyersPhoto thank you so much.

[@derbagger22]

They are about to release the M50 Mk II. Which will have better video than the 1st version. However, the smaller crop sensor M mirrorless Canon cameras are excellent little performers. And with tje new release, I bet you can pick up a used one for cheap. The lenses are tiny and you can get a 22mm f/2(35mm equivalent with the crop) and have a wonderful, small camera. Took mine on a trip over the summer and it is difficult to tell the differemce in photos to my 6D. Also used it to stream a wedding for friends. Very much like tje RP in video quality and features...

[@ryzenbiel4145]

Sony a6100 + Sigma 56mm 1.4 is a Beast too.. for Photography...

[@ryzenbiel4145]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Portrait Photography ... .and many people will be like in now days in melenials they will like it specialy in social media its like an iphone or more x Better than iphone portrait...

[@ryzenbiel4145]

@@JustinMyersPhoto oh no i have no any own camera i use a DSLR my Cuzin Canon 70D .. for my 1st Photography shoot i can say in Photography canon is the best specially the skin tone if my budget in 900USD i go for RP but if not i go for a6100... but i love canon easy and fast controls setting on the spot... u can't be in tense mode to change settings in rp is Great entry level camera in all brand... or in Crop Sensor camera

[@ryzenbiel4145]

@@JustinMyersPhoto yes if sony A6100 i will use Sigma 56mm 1.4 in RP i will wait the 50mm 1.8 RF Version i hope it will be release as soon as possible budget only lens but u can get awesome photos that combination

[@ryzenbiel4145]

@@JustinMyersPhoto yes i know i love the Aperture 1.8 or 1.4 & 50mm in crop or full sensor

[@ryzenbiel4145]

@@JustinMyersPhoto yes each lens Design for our own needs in Photography or Videography .. i hope u have more reviews in RP and more sample shot... thanks

[@JohnWilmot1179]

I was tempted to buy it but I hate that you have the silence shutter only in scn mode.

[@JohnWilmot1179]

@@JustinMyersPhoto thanks for your prompt reply. Interesting what you say about the quietness of the shutter sound: I'll try to listen to it directly to understand if it's quite enough for me. Unfortunately I think I'm the typical obnoxious person 😬 I was thinking about street photography in particular, where, at least in certain occasions, I like to be as quite as possible.

[@fredandmikethedogs7992]

if you had to have the rp or 90d as your only camera, which one?

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

Really depends on you, what and how you shoot and your needs. If you’re just a general photographer, and don’t shoot anything high speed, not shooting in a studio with strobe lights, etc., then I would definitely go with the RP for the full frame sensor alone. Not to mention being able to use both RF and EF lenses. If you do often shoot any kind of action, or you need really slow motion video a lot, then the 90D would be the better option of the two. What type of photography and/or video do you typically shoot?

[@fredandmikethedogs7992]

@@JustinMyersPhoto i want one to do it all which is the issue and its my first real camera purchase - i want to take pics for showing and reselling antique and vintage products and want to capture my dogs in the woods as well as birds - i don't much anticipate using the video much

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

@@fredandmikethedogs7992 so, I think the RP would do great in all of those situations, but not being the greatest if you’re trying to capture birds in flight. Realistically, you’ll only be shooting about 2.5 frames per second max with the RP. The 90D can shoot 10 frames per second, which would be a lot more useful for that specific scenario. Neither one of them have the specific animal tracking AF feature though. Also, keep in mind that cost of lenses will be a big part of the equation

[@robertflores5370]

Thank you for the review. On another review it was concluded that using the EF-S lens (w/adapter) 1) eliminates video at 1080, and 2) is capable of video at only10 pixels total (see kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIeYnH2Nm7uGocU @ 30.40). I have not heard these conclusions elsewhere. Do you agree? I was all in on this camera for the reasons you state in your review, however I have 4 EF lenses for birding and wider-angle lenses for portrait in the EF-S series. The conclusions concern me as I would use the camera for portrait, street scenes, and not action or long range. Please comment as you seem greatly knowledgeable regarding this unit.

[@samidaliphoto]

Bought rp yesterday. Regret it. File size jpeg converted from raw is 1mb in ACR. Shitty mistake i made. Go for sony a7iv

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

I’m sorry you aren’t having a good time with the camera. And will a camera that costs 2.5x more and is two generations newer have some better features? Yes. However, the RP is a very capable camera, and I used it professionally for several years. If you aren’t able to get great images with it, it might just take time to learn and get used to the camera. If you aren’t getting great images with this camera, I don’t think that throwing more money at more expensive cameras will truly solve the issue for you

[@josecruz-kk1mg]

Is this camera good for modeling , and wedding?

[@josecruz-kk1mg]

@@JustinMyersPhoto thanks and sorry for this question but im new in this what do you mean by you can't shoot a backed up copy. Can you explain me this please

[@josecruz-kk1mg]

@@JustinMyersPhoto perfect explanation men thanks for your time i think i will buy this camera this weekend to make some extra money

[@josecruz-kk1mg]

@@JustinMyersPhoto which camera would you recommend nikon z50 or canon rp

[@josecruz-kk1mg]

@@JustinMyersPhoto thanks good idea

[@Gazza123D]

The Canon RP seems to be an underrated camera but this is a great video going through it, if anyone has specific questions about it, I would check out the Canon Live Chat as I spoke to them and found it so useful especially in the current situation when we can't go to stores. Here is a link www.canon.co.uk/canonlive/live-chat/?

[@Gazza123D]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Played with a friend's one over lockdown as he has and EOS R as well and now looking to get one

[@Gazza123D]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Generally I just do it as a hobby doing Street Photography

[@Gazza123D]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Definitely I have a Fujifilm at the moment but the lower light performance just isn't good enough as I like shooting at night

[@Gazza123D]

@@JustinMyersPhoto X-pro2

[@Gazza123D]

@@JustinMyersPhoto Got the chance to do a little not as much as I would have liked, but enough to get a feel

[@DESIGNS-vo1mt]

two people clicked just to "thumbs down" without watching

[@BastiaanvandeWerk]

It’s kinda like the RF version of the 6D.

[@aaronisbell17]

Great video btw. i film hunts and night time bowfishing, i have a SL2 and get some pretty damn good footage. I feel like the RP is a full frame SL2, would you agree with this far they are filming quality?? ( obviously RF lens make it much nicer). I want to buy the R for Clog mostly but cant see dropping another $800 for that. Again great video and gained another subscriber for sure.

[@aaronisbell17]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I film for two hunting shows one on Prime and one on youtube, i also edit one 100% and the other i help with. I film myself ALOT hunting to so the articulating screen is a absolute must. I want to start my own ( very ) small media production and film or edit or both for clients one day. I also want to start a photography part of it also landscape/wild life to sell for prints maybe, and then on another note i want to do Family photos for a what most would call free but $75 to help family's that really want photo but cant afford a lot of the local rates. So I have a SL2 and a 6D right now so this next camera is going to be my workhorse for a while, so ive logged a 1,988383,8399393 hrs watching youtube videos about the RP.

[@mandofan2616]

Canon are supposed to be killing it but have failed miserably lately, (except for R3 for now), RP battery is useless. R5 ad R6 are now having reports of lockups and no comment from canon on that. Wait for some kind of watered down version of the R3 with the 30 min video length thrown in the bin and NO overheating whatsoever.

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

I definitely don’t think the RP battery is useless, I actually use the camera pretty regularly. With the R5 and R6, I’ve seen a pretty small amount of people that experienced a camera freeze soon after their initial release, but haven’t heard of anyone experiencing that recently, so it likely has actually been addressed in firmware. As far as waiting for a camera with no overheating whatsoever, that’s not going to come very soon from any brand of mirrorless cameras, with the possible exception of things like the Panasonic S1H that have built-in fans, but that’s pretty niche. It will be nice for future mirrorless cameras to not have a 30 min record limit! Though to be fair, a lot of video shooters who use a mirrorless camera for video, aren’t shooting that long per clip anyway

[@mandofan2616]

@@JustinMyersPhoto The R3 can do 6hrs straight on one clip then shut off. I'd like the next budget FF Mirrorless to hopefully adress and not suffer from the same problems the R5 and R6 had with improved battery life etc.. and proper 4 k, ok not with 6hr, but an hour per clip would be a jump up and the overheating could be addressed with some kind of vent where you remove a rubber seal and air can get in and then when you're finished, you put the plug/stopper back in or cover back on. Canon are trying to get it under $1000 but at what sacrifices? I'd rather pay $1500 and have a camera that has less problems and more features.

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

@@mandofan2616 I’m not sure what you’re comparing the R5/R6 battery life to, but I definitely don’t consider that a problem. In fact, they do quite well when it comes to battery life. Question: why would you want a rubber seal? That’s going to add more problems with weather sealing, and a little extra exposure to ambient temperature in that way isn’t going to make a massive difference in heat performance by itself. The temperature of the camera would basically just turn that opening into a heat sink. I do think Canon is learning from missteps from previous camera body iterations. That’s why each camera release in the R series has been more impressive than the last. I would not however expect the sub $1,000 camera to outperform the more expensive cameras, especially with the R5 and R6 being such great performing cameras. I would also point out, that if you would rather pay $1,500 than $1,000 for more features….they already have that option. That’s why they make multiple cameras

[@mandofan2616]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I like the 5D type body they used for R5 and R6, more sturdy. Battery life tests vary, I guess if you use the LCD a lot etc. USB and mics etc are covered by pull out rubber cover and maybe something like that where there was a vent with pin holes to let hot air escape, but you would only use this indoors obviously or outdoors in dry conditions.

[@JustinMyersPhoto]

@@mandofan2616 I wouldn’t expect them to go with the bigger camera body for the budget camera. The small size of the RP was a large part of its popularity. Having holes for air vents like that would have to go all the way to the sensor, which is the most delicate part of the camera and requires a lot of protection. Even if rubber flaps could provide enough protection for the sensor though, it would take more to cool down the camera than the extra air holes could provide. More heat resistant components is probably the best, and more likely, future solution

[@user-jh1mq2ih2u]

A73 is the better value for dollar and has better dynamic range

[@user-jh1mq2ih2u]

@@JustinMyersPhoto 1600 bucks with a kit lens with quality image and dynamic range and better video capabilities and broader native lens library for just about any budget ... the a73 is a steal amd not to mention better battery performance

[@abinalexander6711]

How tf is this an entry level

[@EugeniaLoli]

I disagree. For photography it might be a great camera, but it's terrible for video -- from many standpoints. I consider the measly M6 MkII even better for video than the RP.

[@EugeniaLoli]

@@JustinMyersPhoto The huge 1.7x crop down from FF in 4k, the lack of DPAF in 4k, and much more rolling shutter in 4k than in other cameras (only the Sony APS-C cameras are worse in that mode). The M6 MkII costs less money, it has a 4k mode with DPAF (that works better than the RP btw, newer version of DPAF), and it has less rolling shutter. The benefits of buying a full frame camera for video just aren't there with the RP. The M6 MkII makes more sense (again, for video).

[@EugeniaLoli]

​@@JustinMyersPhoto Sorry, but I completely disagree with you. At "that price range" 4k should be a given. Panasonic has been offering 4k in all of their cameras since 2016. So has Sony since 2017. Yes, the M6 has a 1.6x crop, but the RP is supposed to be a full frame camera. That's why it originally cost $400 more. Also, the M6 does 4k *with* DPAF, which makes it many times more useful when on the go. The idea that you have to buy a cinema camera just to get 4k is preposterous in today's day and age. As to if 4k is needed or not, I can tell you that if you're shooting narratives, or even other kinds of fluff videos that include people, you're constantly finding yourself reframing. I personally employing that a lot (and Hollywood also does it all the time too, it's not a common practice). So you need 4k to do that. In cinema cameras with better quality you can do that with 2.8k too (as with the Alexa), but for cheaper cameras like the ones we're talking about here, you're better off with 4k. Granted, more than 4k is not needed, but 1080p is not enough for reframing. While I have access to medium format GFX 100, and true cinema cameras, I shot a crime short film 2 months ago with the M50 because I needed DPAF since I didn't have a DP due to covid (the m50 video-wise, is identical to the abilities of the RP == same limitations). Normally, I'd use my cinema camera, but this time, I had to rely on DPAF. Well, when I got to edit the damn thing, and tried to reframe certain shots, it really showed how soft it gotten. And consider I'm all for filmic softness (I avoid super-sharp clinical lenses). And yet, after reframing, that was TOO soft because the resolution was simply not there. So, no, I don't see the RP as a good value for modern video. The M6 MkII makes more sense in that case, if you want to get a cheap Canon. I wish I had the M6 MkII when I shot the short film in June.

[@EugeniaLoli]

@@JustinMyersPhoto I always upload to 4k, even if I shot in 1080p, because it looks way better on youtube when that 4k file is served. I DO need 4k, reframe, and re-export in 4k. Quality loss is not visible when reframing from a good 4k footage and finishing in 4k. And for THAT price, the RP should have had 4k with DPAF at the very least (even if it had to crop). I maintain that for video, and for its lower price, proper 4k with DPAF and less rolling shutter, the M6 makes more sense. No all shots are about having one person sitting on a chair where you can set focus and be done with it. That is not the case with short films that I shoot. To me, the RP is a crippled video camera (for the price). So let's agree to disagree.

[@EugeniaLoli]

@@JustinMyersPhoto This is true, BUT ONLY if you are NOT also reframing. If you are reframing, as I do, then you absolutely need to start from a 4k footage. I told you earlier: I shot an actual crime short film. Real actors, real locations, real lighting. Shot in 1080p because I needed AF, and that was the best camera I had for AF. And reframing and then exporting in 4k (or in 1080p) was VERY VISIBLY bad after reframing. It was super soft, of the bad kind (not the "pro mist filter" kind). While when you start from a 4k source, you can reframe and then export as you like, without these problems. I will never, ever buy again a 1080p camera. And I won't buy an 8k camera either. 4k is the sweet spot for what I do, EVEN if I export in 1080p (unlikely). I have time to export in 4k. Editing is not an issue, BRAW is super fast, for example. I got my lesson with the M50, so I'll be getting the Sony A7S III soon. Or at the very least, the new Canon ASP-C that is coming in October which has IBIS (if it has 10bit -- if not, I'll just get the best out there today, which for me is the Sony A7S III).

[@EugeniaLoli]

@@JustinMyersPhoto You are completely deflecting my arguments to things that I didn't mean. YES, I did say that FOR ME, for the FUTURE, the A7S III is great. But I ALSO said, for the sub-$1000 camera market, which this video is about, the M6 MkII is A BETTER camera than the RP for the exact reasons I explained earlier. True 4k that lets you reframe, DPAF, and less rolling shutter. For $200 LESS dollars than the RP. Instead, you took my simply COMPLEMENTARY piece of information I gave about *my* future camera, to turn it as an argument against the main argument we have right here. The A7S III part was NOT meant to be an argument against the RP. They are obviously in a different category. Remember what I wrote in my comment above: I WISH I HAD THE M6 MkII to shoot my film. ***That's the actual meat of this discussion.*** The very fact that the M6 MkII is a BETTER video camera than the RP that you suggested. The RP is nothing but an M50 video-wise. Which is a GENERATION OLDER in terms of video capabilities than the m6 mkii. And I provided REAL LIFE actual short film experience with it. It did NOT perform as I needed it to perform. Reframing is CONSTANT in the narrative film business. 4k (or 2.8k if you have an Alexa) is absolute minimum to get it to perform adequately after reframing and not lose PERCEIVABLE quality. 1080p does NOT cut it in that business. Back when Hollywood shot film, or had 1080p cameras, they were not reframing much exactly because they knew they couldn't get it to perform as required -- but they did WANT it to. Now, we can! But it needs 4k res to play that game. It makes a huge difference! I'm not going to reply here again. Bye.