Why is everyone I know leaving Canon?

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Last day to get in on the deal: www.taylorjacksoncourses.com/10-step-pre-order-with-bonuses?coupon=DEC2024

[@mfs62789]

These are some compelling reasons why I went from full frame Canon to micro four thirds 1. Portability and Weight: The OM-1 and Micro Four Thirds lenses are significantly lighter and more compact compared to full-frame setups. This makes them ideal for travel, street, and wedding photography, where you need to be mobile and shoot for extended periods. 2. Innovative Features: The OM-1 offers unique features like Pro Capture, which can be a game-changer for action shots, wildlife, and unpredictable moments. Additionally, its computational photography capabilities rival those of much more expensive systems. 3. Affordability and Versatility: Micro Four Thirds lenses and bodies tend to be more affordable while offering a wide range of options. This makes the system highly versatile for different genres like video and weddings without breaking the bank!

[@jayocotube6483]

Interesting. I don’t know anyone leaving Canon. I’m actually hearing people going to Canon.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Their sales are for sure up, so you’re probably right

[@Stoney-Lawson]

I just switched to canon

[@TamizhanInAmerica]

I am a Canon user since 2016 and i am loving it.

[@angeloplayforone]

@@TaylorJacksonPhotoAre you sure this growth is in their pro section? As Canon has an extensive line of low end cameras such as R100, R50, R10, R7, R8 and RP. If you check around the sporting venues you see more and more Sonys. This point that someone is losing share into this market, which for sure is Nikon, but Canon may loose also some share into high end sportphotography.

[@WesPerry]

I’ve personally heard from a few people lately switching from canon to Sony or Nikon due to lens selection issues.

[@MillonPhotography]

Right now, canon is one of the best… If you have the new R5 mk2, you never leave canon… even me with my r6 mark2 dont leave canon, because it give me more than i need. But, seriously… every camera right now offer you more than what you really need.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Hah this is true. Even the original R gives me most of what I need haha

[@ErnstJacobsen]

Switched from a Canon R6 to a Nikon ZF! My journey: I went from a Nikon D750 which I loved to a Sony A7R3 that I didn’t (ergonomics, dissatisfied with color) to a Canon R6. The Canons images were wonderfu but I was left with the choice of decent/not great 1.8 lenses or super expensive/super heavy 1.2’s = not happy. When the nikon ZF came out I switched back to nikon. Nikons 1.8 S lenses are fantastic and reasonably priced(24/50/85)and I combine those with the awesome small & light Tamron 24-70 2.8. I also appreciate the retro, film like feel of the ZF and have been enjoying photography again as a creative endeavor. The Sony and the canon feel more like plastic boxes. where as the ZF is, to me, more like a paintbrush.

[@appalingbehaviour]

Canon mirrorless shooter here. If you are thinking of buying camera gear or switching between systems, I encourage you to look elsewhere! The R series bodies are great, but lack of lenses is crippling and ultimately all the manufacturers now do similarly capable bodies with eye-autofocus, great ISO performance, etc.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

But your screen is beautiful!

[@WATSONMYDESK]

what lenses are is Canon lacking? If your talking about consumer lens I agree. There their pro line is fully packed and ahead of their competition.

[@angeloplayforone]

@@WATSONMYDESKEspecially in the high end 400 mm, 600 mm, 800 mm and even now 1200 mm primes. Something not even Nikon or Sony has.

[@appalingbehaviour]

@@WATSONMYDESK sorry I should've clarified I do mean they're lacking consumer / budget friendly lenses, or even mid-range lenses below £1000. Good example is the Tamron 70-200 f2.8 G2 (EF mount), which I adapt onto the R6 with an EF to RF adapter. Well-priced, versatile, quality lens. The image quality is unaffected by the adapter, but autofocus is now faulty after changing any settings, hunting rapidly. You have to switch the camera off and on again, which is not ideal in say weddings & wildlife scenarios. It's almost unusable and I can't afford £2k for the native canon 70-200 f2.8 RF. And why oh why don't canon put rubber gaskets on their budget glass, nor include hoods! Problem is, Canon knows Sigma(etc) can deliver brilliant glass for half the price, hence they've not allowed them to make lenses for fear of losing money. Canon doesn't have a monopoly on cameras, so to be fair it's not an unreasonable business model, just disappointing given they permitted third-party glass on DSLRs, so users expect the same on mirrorless.

[@Yupthereitism]

@@WATSONMYDESKmid level lenses with linear motors. Sonys 1.4 lenses is why I went with Sony

[@gordonelwell7084]

Here's the deal . . . all the major brands have high quality cameras. The differences are mostly in the controls and interface. When people ask me I always tell them to pick the two or three best candidates for them then rent each for a couple of weeks. Then compare their experience and decide after that. By the time you invest in lenses and other support gear, once you pick a brand you usually stay with that brand. They all do a great job . . .

[@projectjster]

@@gordonelwell7084 Well said.

[@WildRidePhotography]

Exactly. The example I use most often is Ford or Chevy. Which fits YOU best, cameras are the same. Which menu system makes more most sense in your brain... It's not rocket science, but strictly opinion.

[@beautifulcoloursentertainm8958]

VERY TRUE

[@RodneyO1919]

Speaking for myself here. IF Canon allowed 3rd party lenses, I would consider Canon. I don't even look that way for that reason alone.

[@The-Travel-Man]

Canon green lighted 3rd party lens makers a couple of months ago. Expect good lenses from Tamron and Sigma soon.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

For full frame?

[@johnw.3636]

The comments section is going to be so interesting. Fanboys will be at each other's throats. 🍿

[@projectjster]

Nikon user here, absolutely love my Nikons and the lenses. They just work for me and what I use them for.

[@heroicvision]

Coming from filming strictly on rigged out smartphones to mirrorless cameras I was picking and choosing between either Sony or Canon. I decided to jump all in to Canon and purchased 3 cameras. You have to ignore all the trendy "leaving Canon for Sony" because it's the current KZbin thing to do until the next move like " I switched from Sony to Lumix" and find what really suits you the best

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

There's a best tool for everyone. Happy you found it!

[@OneWeekGetAway]

Ive considered moving from Sony to Canon. The R5II is a do everything camera the way the A1 II is, but at 2/3rds the price.

[@ChadHensiak]

I was close to leaving Canon for the Lumix S5 Mark II but after renting one, I just felt Lumix wasn't going to work for me just yet. I stayed with my R6, R5, and am planning on getting the R5C soon.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

There's a lot of great features in that Lumix, but I'm just so used to canon/sony/nikon level autofocus and have gotten very lazy haha

[@ChadHensiak]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto I felt the same when I used it. For video, not having autofocus did not bother me so much but I need good auto focus on the photo side in a hybrid camera. I really do applaud where Lumix is going and feel they have the best value on the market for a hybrid shooter. I have even checked out Sony but the ergonomics of their bodies just did not feel right in my hands. Either way, to me a camera is just a tool and I have learned to work with what I have until something revolutionary hits the market.

[@MeAndMyOpinions_OverYours]

Why the R5c? Why not the R5MII or C80?

[@ChadHensiak]

@@MeAndMyOpinions_OverYours I chose the R5C over the R5 Mark II because I prefer the cinema menu and internal cooling fan of the R5C. Plus, I already own the R5 and I don't feel the R5II is that much of an upgrade over the original R5. The C80 would be amazing for video but it does not shoot photos and I do a lot of hybrid photo and video work and sometimes I can only have one camera body on me. Also, I tour internationally with bands doing photos and videos and the R5C's smaller size makes it more tour friendly than the C80. Plus, my company owns two C300 Mark II cinema rigs that still work great for our commercial and documentary shoots where a full-on cinema body is called for and I am not ready to replace them with C80s just yet.

[@MeAndMyOpinions_OverYours]

@@ChadHensiak it's a Great Camera 🤳 will you leave bare and only internal battery or you think you'll slap a cage and throw on a Vmount ? 🔋 They've made improvements, especially with the last firmware they released about 2 weeks ago, in AF and Batt I think 🔋 but I shoot alot of continuous shoots and hate having worry about changing batteries to keep things going. A nice 99WH (get about +9hrs in 4k ) or 150wh( +4hrs) if using a monitor like a ninja V is solid 💪 Another way to save on batt is when in standby/on is to click into the playback / Media mode. Cuts the power consumption by half Had a guy about 2 weeks ago shoot a wedding on one and he ran thru like 12-16 batteries and was shooting off / on. Don't think he updated his firmware to get that extra boost 🧐 but I was like man, all that money on batteries could have bought you a couple Vmounts + accessories 🤣

[@FreeWillPhotos]

I sold my Canon R6 and R to purchase a Sony A7R4 and A9II this year. I would have stayed with Canon if they just opened up their RF mount to third parties. With that said, I did keep my R6m2 for video and in hopes that some day there will be a 35-150 f2.8 for the Canon RF mount. I really enjoy working with Canon over Sony, but in the world of photography the glass you put on the camera matters more than the camera in most situations.

[@Yupthereitism]

100%

[@8kphotography]

I know 2 people that are leaving canon. Both are going to Sony. I'm all in on Nikon ZF for wedding photography, main reason is cost.

[@spinkscapes775]

Depends what improvements you were expecting for wedding photography in the Canon R5 mkII? For me, the improvements in auto-focus and FPS meant that I could replace my R3 with the Canon R5 mkII for this coming football season. Given that I am using the 600mm f4 and still needing to crop, the additional megapixels of the R5 mkII do make a substantial difference. Effectively the R5 mkII is comparable to the new A1 ii (and better in many video facets) for half the price.

[@DieHardEddieEdwards]

I’ve actually followed your patterns pretty closely. I shot Nikon DSLRs, then I think I went to Nikon mirrorless cameras before you did, then I switched to Sony while you were still on Canon. And now my day job provides me with Canon cameras that are sitting over in another room along with my Sony kit. So having used everything, I would go Nikon if I were starting out today, but there is no perfect system. I miss Nikon and they have the features everyone needs. The AF is really good now (I haven’t tried it in low light in a while), the video is great and the bang for your buck is the best in the industry. The only downside is the size of their lenses. The 70-200 is enormous, the 50mm 1.2 is enormous, the 85 mm 1.2 is enormous. The 135 1.8 is big, but not TOO big for what it is. I think when the A7V comes out, if they have uncropped 4K/60, we’d be completely set on Sony though.

[@skandhaprasath2767]

Thanks for sharing. I'm on Nikon DSLR and I'm thinking of switching to Sony A7iv or V when it comes out, for the MP bump and insane AF and lens options. But I still like my Nikon D5200, I've shot unbelievable wildlife & Airshow shots with it. But the AF falls pretty badly when compared to Sony mirrorless. Canon is a no go for me, because of the MP bump and lens options being rather pricey.

[@tootoochannel249]

⁠​⁠@@skandhaprasath2767 I’m a Sony user and planning to switch to Nikon. After trying Nikon Z8, I really like it.

[@angeloplayforone]

Yes, Nikon has the biggest FF lenses. Now with mirrorless cameras has become smaller people are more critical on large lenses.

[@DieHardEddieEdwards]

@ Many are unnecessarily large and heavy. It’s mostly an issue with the Z9, which is also heavier than it needs to be. I talked to a rep about it in a camera store and he gave me the “no compromise” line and said the Z9 needed to be heavy to take a beating and then we both talked about how great the R3 was to use.

[@angeloplayforone]

@@DieHardEddieEdwards You are saying something that a lot of people are saying about the lenses. They are unnecessary big. But I think Nikon made it for the traditional diehard Nikon Pro fanbase, who doesn’t look or even think of shooting other the Nikon, as they like heavy cameras and lenses.

[@Michael_Onalech]

Everyone's leaving Canon !? Never heard of that. In fact, I just bought one, and I know plenty of people doing the same

[@Wazhadnin-wj5te]

I used to shoot Canon. Loved the colors and still do but I left them awhile back when they where crippling their cameras. Are they still doing this?

[@Martin-nu6ym]

Happily moved from the A1 with battery grip and the Tamron 35-150 to a Z9 and the Z-mount Tamron 35-150. It was that lens that convinced me to look at Nikon.

[@onlysublime]

KZbin is a weird echo chamber. KZbin makes it seem like everyone owns Sony but in reality, sales don't show that.

[@WildRidePhotography]

I wish people were leaving Canon because then I could grab their gear at a bargain. However, just because one person on KZbin thinks "everyone" is leaving a brand means absolutely nothing outside of their circle. Furthermore, it seems like this is a video about you leaving Canon, not "everyone". For those whom I associate with around the world, Canon is still the go to brand.

[@josuemolina6124]

Most of my friends are leaving canon, and indeed going Sony, the lenses for Canon are absurdly expensive, I kinda get it, but imo they still have the best cameras for weddings.

[@amermeleitor]

Is Canon still using that convoluted absurd way to set your custom white balance? (Take a photo, store the photo, go to WB, custom WB, search the photo, use the photo as a guide, get the WB, set the WB...) Or is just normal like any other brand? (Just point to the white or neutral grey shoot and done)

[@Yupthereitism]

It’s so bad

[@capture_the_stoke9646]

You can custom set any of the dials to control wb, I’ve tried custom and now stick with auto wb anyway

[@amermeleitor]

@@capture_the_stoke9646 in don't mean to assign a kelvin value from scratch, I mean to measure the part of the scene and then using the same WB for the session, even if the model change clothes or if I change the background, to keep consistency with the same illumination

[@Yupthereitism]

@@capture_the_stoke9646 other cameras will let you set custom wb from a gray card in a few seconds. Canon is the only company that makes you take a picture and menu dive

[@darylhermann3792]

You can actually do both ways now and you can even store white balance settings from shots in their memory. For instance if I shoot at a bunch of various indoor sporting locations I can save the white balance files and load them when I’m at that venue. Pretty cool IMO. Same with af settings and custom modes.

[@johnbunani1341]

If anything, I’m hearing people are switching TO canon…

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Stock price agrees with you

[@coach_yo]

I guess thats news to me, I’m not leaving Canon and most everyone I know is all on Canon.

[@calebcollinshomes]

I’m a heavily invested Sony shooter for the last almost 10 years. My first five years in the industry was Cannon. I left for lack of innovation. Now with Nikon and red joining forces, they do look pretty tempting. We’ll see what they release in the coming years.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Yah the Red purchase was very surprising. We were at a tradeshow and very few (maybe any?) of the Nikon staff even knew it was happening. The next day their booth was very busy haha

[@DevChannelVideos]

I'm not leaving tho. Keeping my R5 and R3 for the next wedding season :)

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Those cameras are both great!

[@nightdonutstudio]

No cheap alternative lens like from sigma and tamron is big reason

[@Hegemonix08]

even if they are allowed, they would not offer "cheap" solutions, it is a myth

[@angeloplayforone]

@@Hegemonix08Yes, I also have that impression that Canon with put a high fee on licensing.

[@Zenutheduck-to4nr]

Quite nicely shooting with my Tamron 35 1.4 on my R6 m2.

[@mcelliot]

@@Hegemonix08 rubbish. I have just left Canon. I had been adapting my old 70-200F4 EF to my R5, but the image quality and AF were not enough. I looked at buying an RF 70-200 but the cost of it was more than buying a new medium format GF 100-200. Absolutely absurd. So, I have stopped using my R5 now, will progressively sell of my lenses and am now the proud owner of a GFX 100S ii. Couldn't be happier. When RF lenses cost more than medium format and no third party options, then Canon is no longer an option for me

[@MrNategates]

I use Sigma Art lenses on Canon R5, 6 & 6II with perfect AF. Not sure what you are referring to.

[@TubaSolotheHiker]

I don't know of anyone leaving Canon and I too have no plans what so ever to leave Canon. And if I had nothing, I'd still go with Canon. When the day is done, all camera brands produce excellent products. Its on the photographer to learn how to leverage that gear to its maximum capabilities and potential. You can switch to every brand out there and still be a terrible photographer.

[@Yupthereitism]

Almost everyone I know went Sony

[@IantaylorCanuck]

Still have my old Canon DSLR, which isn't worth selling for peanuts as it still works perfectly. The 35-150 has been basically welded to my Sony, it weaned me off my primes-only obsession.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Hah. I actually know a lot of people that have picked up 5D originals and 5D IIs over the past year

[@zampination]

I buy a couple of 5D classics every year when i find them in good condition. It's my favourite camera and i want to make sure i grow old with them. Besides that i mainly shoot a Sony A7RV with the Tamron 35-150. This is a revelation lens and Canon as a company should never have turned their backs on Sigma and Tamron with whom they were strong partners for decades in the EF system. Such a dick move by them which is also hearting their sales in wedding photography @@TaylorJacksonPhoto

[@Cambodia-images]

I'm back on Canon and loving it! 2 years of Sony looking at menus, now Im back looking at what matters. :)

[@TaiwoOgunlabi]

In 2 months you'll come out with a video "DID I SWITCH BACK TO CANON?!?!" We know the cycle. It's getting old.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

It’s unlikely. I’ll always shoot cameras for reviews, but for my real work it’ll be Sony and Nikon for the next few years

[@loganryan7093]

I like your comment about switching to Tamron more so than Sony because of the 35-150. That’s what I did, as well. That lens is such a game changer. I needed to switch recently from my Sony A7IV to have higher than 4k video recording for an additional long term video project outside of weddings. I really didn’t even consider Canon because of the lack of the 35-150 in their system. It would feel like going back to the dark ages to be stuck without that lens as an option. So I switched to the Nikon Z6 III for it’s 6k recording when I need it while still being a great wedding camera and having the 35-150mm available for the mount. But in reality, I’m like you Taylor, I haven’t really switched to Sony or Nikon, I’ve switched to the Tamron 35-150mm f2-2.8…

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Hah happy to hear I wasn't the only one. Really love that lens on Nikon as well

[@seanbowen4429]

I was a canon DSLR shooter, went to A7III on release because I was looking to go FF at the time, then A7Riv on release until April 2024. Wanted to shoot sports at higher megapixels and would 100% have gone to the Canon R5, but the 35-150 isn't available, so I picked up a Z8 instead. Sony A1 series is too rich for my blood until I win the lottery... Only I don't play the lottery... The other great thing about Tamron lenses, and other 3rd party lenses, on the Z8/9 is they are not limited to 15 FPS. Sure 15 FPS is plenty for most cases, but seems silly to have a camera with capabilities to shoot much faster and not be able to take advantage of it. That's like buying a Porsche and limiting it to 160KPH on the Autobahn... Sure 140 is fast enough to get you where you're going, but what fun is that?!?!

[@1stE55AMG]

what brand(s) were used for the still pics and the short video in this video? Reason for asking is that just want to make sure I don't purchase them.

[@goldfries]

Went from Nikon D750 to Z 50 + Z Fc and now using Canon R7 and R8.

[@Yinime_Productions]

I just moved to canon from LUMIX 😂😂seeing this just freaked 😂

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Haha it’s still a great system. For weddings I believe they’re the industry leader

[@Bigcookfilms]

I just left Lumix and went to Nikon...What camera did you leave and what camera did you switch to?

[@kenduejones]

CANON 💯

[@toddbailey5198]

Do you have to be a member to purchase the course? When I go to try and purchase it won't let me?

[@scottwesterman221]

I know the lens mount and not allowing Sigma Tamron etc to make use of the cameras is a big issue for users on a budget for sure

[@EdvardKALEN]

Canon's shooter here. I liked the DSLR world much more. There was less marketing then. Now it's like a game of thrones. Tamron and Sigma produce lenses for Sony. But only Sigma produces lenses for Panasonic, and only Tamron produces lenses for Nikon. And all together they don't produce lenses for Canon. And I, as an owner of an RF camera, am out of luck. There are few native RF optics, and no third-party ones. I envy Sony owners, they have so many lenses to choose from. And not only are there not as many native RF-lenses as we would like, they are also very expensive.

[@cohoonatube]

Started off on EOS 650/film/darkrooms, switched to Nikon DSLR’s, sold everything but iPhone waiting out the milc entrance wars, tested them all and snagged the Z6ii… couldn’t deal with unreliable AF, traded for the A7IV’s AF, customization, and 3rd party lenses. Upgraded to the A7RV and finally have the camera I wanted the A7IV to be with added bonus of the 26mp Crop mode (essentially a FF and ASPC in one). Sony’s menus are now excellent, their 4D rear screen mech is a game changer, the IBIS and screens on the A7RV are stellar. That said, I still love Nikon colors and files. If the Z7ii has a variable tilt LCD I might consider “going home” now that all the 3rd party lenses I use are on the Z mount. Nikon is also the new king of “kaizen”, their FW support has been awesome. I personally don’t like most of Nikon’s native glass though, I know how well they score, but their bokeh often feels…busy and a bit unnatural. I think many are simply leaving photography as it’s become extremely expensive. I could afford the EOS 650 out of High School, today you almost have to choose between getting a used car or a camera. Edit: Canon was never even an option due to having no 3rd party lens support… even with their amazing AF and overall interface and erg aesthetic.

[@albedo0point39]

Historically I shot Canon DSLR, then slowly moved to Sony r-series… then three years ago started buying back in to Canon for (in my view) the superior ergonomics (which I still don’t enjoy on Sony). Anyway, when the R5ii and 35 VCM launched I sold all my Canon gear and bought a Nikon z7ii and more recently a zf. Why? Well I enjoy well engineered primes, primarily for high resolution photography. Canon’s body strategy seems very video oriented, and after waiting years for a quality 35mm the VCM is absolutely not for me. Also Canon’s pricing in the EU/Europe is insane - compared to the other vendors. Nikon’s ergonomics are really nice, the z7 series is nicely pitched as a photographer’s camera, the primes are great quality and value - and the zf is a lot of fun. Although limited, the third party options are great too.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

That's interesting about Canons EU pricing, I never thought of that. Even some Sony and Nikon lenses get pushed into a weird price point there where it makes it not reasonable to buy. Not sure why it's so different

[@angeloplayforone]

@@TaylorJacksonPhotoIn EU Canon is the most expensive if you buy the f2.8 trinity of lenses, then Sony and at last Nikon.

[@SummersSnaps]

Fuji XH2S user here, I keep looking at Canon every now and again but man they make it hard to contemplate that jump. You made all the points I would, and it's incredible how a single lens can make you change your entire system, I don't think the big brands really factor this properly at all yet!

[@patricktobiasz532]

Canon...great stuff but lenses either crappy or way too expensive. Nikon and Sony great on that front. Colors and white balance better on Nikon than Sony. Sony better on autofocus.

[@peterburger2274]

I won’t leave Canon,too heavily invested,but as a nature photographer starting out today I’d go Nikon. The lens choices are too good pass up.

[@kennethcheong4498]

For portraits I've switched to Fuji GFX100s. For weddings though, I'd use the Sony A7iv+Samyang35-150+50f1.4ii. My first move out of Canon was for the Samyang35-150. Then when the option came, I jumped to the GFX.

[@ImJoshHuggett]

If I was starting again I’d probably start in the Sony system, it’s so much smaller than my current canon system. Bodies are smaller, lenses are lighter and it’s generally a cheaper system to get into. I’m too deep now

[@earlekimel7771]

Leica M1? You mentioned the body that has no rangefinder but are holding up what looks like an olive drab repaint of an M2 or M3. What’s up with that?

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

They made a few M1 for the German military in olive that have 50 and 135 frame lines. I got it from Japan Camera Hunter in July. (There’s a video about it on the channel)

[@earlekimel1955]

I did not know that. Thanks and Happy New Year!

[@mb-watches]

Canon shooter here, apsc though so happy about 3rd party lenses, at least for rf-s. From time to time I do think about switching, especially when I am thinking about full frame. That said: canon has the best screens in regards of Color accuracy, love the autofocus and especially my r7 is great for the kind of video work I do. Short: I get the results I need quicker with the r7, as I do with Sony. But yeah, you also can get used to Sony colors and menu but right now I am fine. Happy new year to everyone 🍀🥂

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Canon is doing very nice things in the APSC space for sure

[@jasonbuckner8161]

Great pics. What backdrop is the one used in the video.? Thank you.

[@lazorkophotography]

Canon shooter here that does hybrid work. I rented an A7RV over the winter break to test and I’ll likely be making a full switch to Sony sometime in 2025

[@MichaelVanceMusic]

I've never been a fan of the Canon layout or functionality. My first camera was Nikon D3s then the D4s, on to the Z6ii and now Z9. I see no need to switch. However I may add the Hasselblad X2d to the arsenal in the next year but only because I've always wanted one for street and travel photography.

[@lukaspedersen2494]

I was canon user when I did it on hobby level but I was leaving canon this summer to Sony

[@Mr09260]

I love my Sony TV >> been Nikon since 1971

[@ChrisPza716]

I have canon and wish they would open up the RF lens system to 3rd parties for cheaper lenses. I’m really liking Sirui new anamorphic autofocus lens but can’t for canon….

[@etnes10]

Canon cameras amazing. It is just the lack of 3rd party lenses that is so annoying. Literally every other manufacturer has 3rd party support, except for Canon. It is not just the price, but the lack of lens variety. I'm constantly jealous when I see the offering and lineup for all other systems.

[@ScottBasu]

Thanks for your work on the "After 1000 Weddings" book - I'm currently reading it and digesting your thoughts. A few years ago, I was upset with my decision not to switch to Sony MILCs after starting with a Canon 80D back in 2018. But now, with the R5 mark 2, there are no more regrets. That thing is a ridiculously good camera, and the vloggers out there that are putting it to the side-by-side test against Sony and Nikon's best are finding out that it is right up there with their very best - if not even topping them, at least for the moment.

[@scotts685]

I left Canon a very long time ago, but this is when the DSLR came out. I started doing black & white with Canon film cameras, but when DSLR cameras came out, I switched to Nikon. I haven't dipped my toes into the mirrorless world yet, but that's because my D750 and D850 bodies still offer everything I need for my landscape photography.

[@no.9980]

To be honest, Nikon marks 4th, not 3rd anymore. Canon beats Sony sometimes and looks like making more sales.

[@DanCohoon]

They Abandoned the EF-M mount pissing off new customers.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Yah I was sorry to hear about that

[@sensitivehedonist]

I don't think anyone is leaving Canon :D Not that I heard from anyone. I didn't go into Canon when going FF just because the lenses are so expensive and they closed off their mount licensing. R3, R1, R5II are absolutely stellar... only expensive...

[@blazeboy777]

but did you try rf 35mm 1.8, 24 1.8, 50mm 1.8 :D those lenses are cheap, light and good. I actually have problem going to sony or nikon due to those lenses. Even if I own 85mm 1.2 and 50mm 1.2 and 28-70 f2

[@Yupthereitism]

The Sony 1.4 lenses are way waaay better than the canon 1.4 lenses. Then you have all of the third party lenses. There are so many great options with Sony right now

[@jessestarks3128]

Many people are leaving Canon, but I'm planning to buy a Canon camera in the near future. My lens needs are simple and the RF mount has all of the lenses I want.

[@SPECTRA890]

Eos R6 photo turned full video guy. The original R6 has no custom video shooting this reason alone is why I will leave canon, this was incredibly petty and no review at the time mentioned it. Imagine not being able to quickly switch h settings at a wedding. Even my first camera the Nikon D610 has this feature. I could put up with no third party lenses and manage the over heating but I'm not buying another canon for a long time because I have no idea what basic features are missing from the newer models nobody mentioned

[@darrellcassell]

Great click bait.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

I’m working my way up to rage bait to finally make it on Threads

[@winterlynstebner3002]

I transitioned from Nikon to Canon shortly after you did, and I’ve been completely satisfied with the decision. My collection of lenses perfectly suits my needs as a wedding photographer. The Canon R5 has been an absolute powerhouse, while the R6 Mark II serves as a dependable second body, performing well in every scenario I’ve faced. That said, I have experienced the issue Lindsey mentioned with her R6 Mark II a few times, but I attribute it to the quirks of technology-it’s a minor inconvenience at most. I can’t imagine spending significantly more to switch systems over a few occasional issues.

[@joshuareveles]

TBH, if you're doing Photos only (w/ some video), Canon would still be the way to go with Nikon being my next choice. Multiple amazing RF lenses, a large collection of EF L series glass (and EF Sigma/Tameron lenses) to chose from, great colors out of camera, and great bodies with amazing auto focus make it a great investment. Nikon only has two pro bodies worth buying (Z8 and Z9) and at that point, you could get two R5s or a R5 and R6 used. I personally almost sold off all my Canon gear to get a Z8 and multiple Z lenses, but I ended up getting the R6ii and 85mm f1.2 to double down on my investment.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Valid points here. No thoughts on Sony?

[@keithspurlock4732]

I switched to Nikon last summer with the Z8! Z S Lens are incredible! ❤️

[@tekguyphoto]

Always had Canon. Tried Sony in parallel 0:02 . Didnt like it. I just bought a ZF in November 2024 again still keeping my Canon. Lets see how I make out with Nikon for about a year. Thats how long I played with the Sony A74. So R5 and ZF for 2025. Lets see what new gear comes out and decide which way to go next year.

[@jeffreyhill4705]

I have been on the fence for years about which 50mm f1.4 to purchase. I was certain Canon would release a non L f1.4. I was really hopeful for a 70 to 135 f2, to pair with the 28 to 70 f2. Canon rarely inspires me to replace my EF glass.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

I still love the original EF 50 f1.2 with it's crazy flare hah

[@jimtipton8888]

The only thing that would move me off of Canon would be a move to Micro 4/3 and I don't see that happening anytime soon.

[@gordonelwell7084]

I'm not . . .

[@bentravis99]

One issue with people wanting to upgrade their old Rebel body to a budget APS-C mirrorless is third party lens support, and/or no reasonably priced Canon crop-specific zoom lenses like the old EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS.

[@H3Filmes]

Sony A7IV ❤

[@czort123]

I moved from Nikon Z8 to Canon R5II, I'm super happy about the switch

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

What were your reasons for switching from the Z8?

[@czort123]

@TaylorJacksonPhoto The main reason was just not reliable eye AF. I mainly photograph children

[@gilbadilla]

I didnt expect to see much difference between the R6 M1 and 2 but i was happily surprised! M2 doesn't overheat even on 90+ degree days and when using EF 1.4 ext on a 70-200 2.8, AF was still quick and razor sharp.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

I’m happy to hear that. I was always stressed with the r6 even in Canada haha

[@Lightwriter1]

Two Canon 5D MarkIII's here. Not thinking of leaving Canon, not even thinking of leaving the 5D's! LOL...

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Hah lots of people coming back to those cameras and the mk II

[@CliffHairston]

For me, it would be Nikon. That’s not purely because I’m a Nikon digital shooter at the moment, I just like the options on lenses, the functionality in the bodies, and the pricing. It helps that they are most purely a camera and optics company so that plays into my decision as well. With all of that above, I shoot Canon for film as well as Pentax and Yashica. Eventually I’ll pick myself up a decent Nikon F bistro shoot with as well and use all of my lenses :) Until that day comes though, I’m most agnostic on film but am a Nikon digital shooter and if freshly making the choice today I would STILL be a Nikon digital shooter.

[@brent.cowley]

If I was starting fresh I would probably go with a Lumix s5II or S5II X, lots of lens options and their f1.8 primes are pretty solid. As a hybrid shooter the video options on those cameras for the price is phenomenal. As it is I'm fairly heavily invested in Canon RF so it would be difficult for me to switch at this point.

[@gtophoto6770]

I an a canon shooter. I have shot with both Nikon and SONY, but have always come back to Canon, For me the menu system makes sense. Yes the 3rd party support is lacking, but I think canon is slowly coming around to it. They have opened up 3rd party support for the APS-C line, and I have a feeling they will be opening it up to full frame as well. As far as innovation, I am not sure what innovation your referring to. Eye detect is spot on with canon, and I never have to wonder if the camera won't get the shot, usually if it doesn't it's my error and not the cameras.

[@spl4028]

I’ve been with Canon for 41 years

[@voltairecarlos2398]

Canon has reached the ceiling of technology an innovation

[@K9Weddings]

Many would have left some years ago. Some would have stayed waiting to see Canon finally admit that mirrorless was the future. Having done that with some decent camera bodies some users are probably now frustrated with the price of canon lenses and the fact they try and restrict third party lenses. If you treat your loyal users badly a few times eventually they move away.

[@alpiston]

Well, i’m leaving Sony for Canon

[@OhsnapPhotographs-b6t]

I was a canon shooter for weddings and concerts with an r6 mark ii and an r6. I left recently to go to fujifilm. Their xh2s is a dreamboat body with the stacked sensor and lenses are so much cheaper for such great quality.

[@6whatnext]

Fuji here, thinking about jumping to R62, for AF and low light performance reasons

[@OhsnapPhotographs-b6t]

@6whatnext I shoot gigs and I personally find the xh2s better with the autofocus for them over the canons. Canon missed more shots than the Fuji for me.

[@6whatnext]

@@OhsnapPhotographs-b6t that's interesting, thanks for the reply

[@clearviewmarine]

That’s amazing, which canon were you comparing it to? I have a xh2 and I love it but my canon r5 has better af especially in low light. I’m wondering if the xh2s is that much better than the xh2 to put it above the r5 as I really do have more fun using my Fuji then my canon and am considering getting rid of canon for there lack of lenses that I want and weight.

[@Princeton_James]

​@@OhsnapPhotographs-b6tFuji has the worse AF of any system. I had a better hit rate with my Panasonic S5 using DFD.

[@denniemullete]

i'm canon shooter, my opinion is, if u have the money to spend, what ever u pick ... is a good camera, yeah this day is the day that all camera is good. If your photo or video suck, yeah you suck, not the camera.

[@jimbolton18]

I use all sigma EF glass on mirrorless, I think it still works great. I’m a full time wedding pro in Ottawa. But I would really like rf sigma glass. Only canon lens ive ever owned is the 100mm L. Always always been a sigma / canon combo.

[@johnnynd812]

In my case, I have a Canon R8, and since this year I'm starting to shoot weddings, I was thinking of upgrading to the R6 Mark II. But after watching the video where you mentioned that even Lindsay was considering switching to Nikon, it got me curious. I started researching the issues with that camera, and honestly, it made me lose a bit of faith in it. Also, I loved the Tamron 35-150 you mentioned, so I went for the Sony A7IV, and now I'm also making the switch from Canon to Sony. I hope I won't be disappointed and that I made a good decision. 😅

[@seansaca]

Is anyone at Canon?

[@EsotericNY]

Switched from Nikon to Canon after 25 years. Went with the R5 when first released and couldn't be happier. I needed the faster focus and have always envied Canon's color science. Re Nikon, declining market share, more narrow range of video codecs (vs Sony and the R5 at the time), but I always felt I was paying a brand premium for slower focus and innovation that lagged, especially with the relatively recent resurgence of Sony. I almost went w/ the Sony A1 but the R5 was basically half price for nearly the same specs, along with a better form factor and menu. Also, try dropping your camera in a creek bed and snow several times. My R5 has been quite a trooper.

[@Drop321]

Just getting into the world of photography and I went FF canon. Sometimes wish I went Sony for the fun glass. BUT it’s keeping me focused on working with fundamental composition. Maybe switch later but for now I’m happy.

[@Yupthereitism]

Sony glass is the best. Nikon cameras take the best images in full frame, followed by Sony and then canon

[@edmarsh5708]

Cause Sony is that much better!!!

[@oldbonesuk1139]

over 20k of canon gear, but if it wasnt for the lens investment i would swap tommorow, the decision to ban 3rd party lenses, Sigma, Tamron etc pi**ed me of f so much

[@malabath]

Who are these "everyone's" who are leaving Canon? Loyal Canon owner here, and non of my colleagues are leaving. Can't wait to get my hands on the R5 II.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Why are you going r5 II over the original?

[@malabath]

@@TaylorJacksonPhoto I own an R5C (mainly for video) and an R (mainly for photography.) The R5II will replace my R. It's improved photography features over the original are my main draw.

[@VarandDarian]

Hi Taylor, I still use my Nikon Dslr for more than 15 years, mostly interior, hotel and portrait and I hope I will decide this year to switch to mirrorless. But havent chosen the brand yet: I love the R5 body and the lenses, I like Sony lenses but the Sony bodies are not fun to hold for a long time, I dont like their style. About Nikon, well I love their color science and the bodies. The lenses dont look cool even if they produce good images and Nikon doesnt have any market in my area. My heart says Canon, but my mind says Sony. But Im still waiting for the right time to act. After all, we are talking about 3 giant companies and all I have, is absolute respect for them. Enjoy the holidays everyone and Happy New Year

[@os6997]

Nikon is a much smaller company compared to Canon and Sony. That's the reason why they sometimes lag in innovation. They don't have the same R&D power as Canon or Sony.

[@petereprice]

I happen to be coming back to Canon after using Sony for 6 years. I also tested Nikon and Leica this year but after Canon introduced their f1.4 lenses, all my main focal ranges are now covered so I’ve been doing some testing on it and I’m pretty happy. I switched from Sony A1 (original) to Canon R5 II and feel like it was what the A1 was supposed to be! I guess I’ll see if I feel the same in 6 months. I’m holding onto my Sony gear for now but I’m using Canon full time and so far it’s been great! I’ve got two R5 II’s and an R6 II for lowlight and so far rock solid and more enjoyable to shoot than my Sony’s. But Sony kit is also good as well.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Hah it must be nice to be on a great screen again. Hopefully Sony starts putting nice ones on their pro cameras in the next few years

[@petereprice]

I never understood why Sony has such crap screens! This Canon screen is night and day difference! I also find the EVF experience better on Canon despite it having less resolution than the high end Sony’s because I don’t see it bump down in resolution when engaging AF like the Sony’s do. We’ll see how it all goes! 😅. But so far so good! Look forward to seeing how you like the A1 II long term!

[@electronicbox6990]

To be honest, Yes i would consider Canon, but only if they price is reduced by at least 50%. Then, nobody can beat them.

[@MELAVINKING]

I chose Nikon because of the 50mm 1.8S. I was just sure that if I wanted such quality elsewhere, I would've to spend 2500 USD. I don't have 2500 USD. That lens is so so good for the price.

[@clarehennessey3653]

I'm a Canon girl and always will be.

[@TaylorJacksonPhoto]

Why is that?

[@Erickbouteillier]

You are completely right! I left Canon in July by picking up an FX3 for video over my then R5 and R bodies. Oh brother, the FX3 was a game changer for my needs. By August, I traded all my cameras and L glass for an A7RV with GM trinity lenses. Now, I have an A9III for sports and church low-light photos. Additionally, I know about six photographers from Team Canon who have switched to Sony or Nikon shortly after the R5 MKII was released. Canon has great glass and screen panels, but they are falling short in every other category. Autofocus isn't everything it's one component of many.

[@Zenutheduck-to4nr]

I doubt you know 6 photographers who were pushed away by the R5m2.

[@Erickbouteillier]

@@Zenutheduck-to4nr Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. God Bless and Happy New Year!

[@brianode11]

I still use the 5d “classic,” 6d, and R6 - all with EF L glass. They’re all great cameras, with even better lenses.

[@whfowle]

I use Canon because of EOS. All my EF lenses work fine on my Canon film cameras, my 5D's and with the adapter on my R5 and 6. Nothing more than that reason. I also use many other cameras too because I am curious about how good some others are and I just like photography. It could be any camera and I could figure it out.

[@sdhute]

Canon glass is too expensive. If canon opened up full frame 3rd party. They would never sell another RF lens