Cody nailed it in the final seconds of this video. "The best camera is the one you can afford to replace." Last Summer I was shooting on an R5 with the 85mm F1.2 and it stayed in my camera bag for most adventures because I was terrified I would drop it, scratch it, break it. LOL
@@datdudeinred lol no one would ever buy anything. People just need to be more careful with their stuff, use it just don't do stupid things. I can't afford other camera but i shoot everything I think is possible. I can't afford 10 more cars but I have to have one and use it to it's fullest.
Or just be willing to lose it and 'have' to replace it. I've taken my 5d mark IV, which I know, I know, it's a cheap camera now, but 5 years ago wasn't, out on the buffalo river many times to take pictures. I put it in a zip loc baggy, then when I felt the canoe and environment were reasonably safe, I took that baby out and got some great shots. Taken it hiking many times in places I could have fallen hard. That's always been a pet peeve of mine though. People buying stuff and not using it. If you have a pickup truck and the bed has not a single scratch on it, you should have bought a car my friend.
Canon decide to STILL use the LPE17 battery after so many complaints about it being crap. And STILL< we have micro HDMI. And no wheel. I'm out. Just get an R6ii.
so funny you say this. 7 years ago, i was like "cameras are so bad unless they're like 5k". now entry levels are immaculate offering options that were only in 5k cameras 7 years ago. crazy.
@@copycatlyn the camera is 2000, its just as expensive as all other bullshit, cameras are so incredibly overpriced its not okay, the upcharge is crazy for what it costs to make a camera... literally just canon tax
if a camera cost more than 1k it isnt entry level lmfao. i shoot on a sonya7r3a but i didnt start on a 2k mirrorless system i started when i was 14 on a $350 used d3500 with a 18-50 (i think) kit lens. I traded that into mpb and got a d5300 and a Sigma 50mm Art for about 300 dollar difference when i was 16, and then i sold that body and lens and got the Sony when i was 18. most "entry-level" photographers are kids and teens just getting into the hobby, if you tell them a $1k camera body is entry-level you'll scare em off
the best camera you can afford to replace is the perfect line for a sentiment i have been trying to communicate for years. If you aren't afraid to hold it out a car door for the shot, you are going to get incredible shots. and if you don't, you will miss those shots. TrustinTimber, perfectly said!!!!
I second your words. And that's why I trust his reviews, I don't feel like someone is pushing me to buy new stuff, and I really appreciate his comments about the cons.
The last 70 seconds of this video is something I would love to hear 4 years ago. I bought camera equipment for about 2900 USD... But I realized that I never used it because I now have so much stuff that it is too heavy to carry around... I have now sold everything off and bought a Lumix Lx100II and am SUPER happy with that choice!
Usually my comments get no traffic but I actually think this was one of the best camera reviews I've watched and kept me glued to the screen, the friendly banter around the fire pit, just overall wish these types of review were made more often
That was a truth bomb at the end. Absolutely love that line about the best camera is the one you can afford to miss. Going to have to show this to my students.
As a new photographer I really enjoy your content. You always put out videos that are interesting and great to watch. You have the balance between being both entertaining and informative. Keep up the great work.
@@JAndrewV not really a budget camera at $1600 when you need to buy the accessories for it. especially a couple more batteries considering the fact that you will go through that tv remote battery that come with the camera.
I love that comment towards the end. It doesn't matter which camera you buy, just get to know that camera in and out. Get what you can, and don't extend yourself more than you are able.
Bought it yesterday! Years of learning and watching your videos, I finally took the leap and I am Super stoked!! Thanks Peters!! Now just need save up 2 more grand for a good lens :).
The cinematic short film start was a great demo. Appreciated all the practical info after. I think Canon is trying to remove the Mirrorless M series altogether (M6 / M50). Perfect end quotes from both of you: "Buy the best you can afford and actually use it and learn it". ; and "The best camera is the one you can afford to replace". Totally agree. Good hands on review 👍
The very end of the video is just great. I read it as "Gear Doesn’t matter" Redux. If you’re afraid to break your toys...then that fear is going to sap all the Joy you can get out your toy. Awesome video as usual Pete!
I love what you said at the end "Learn technic, Nothing will make you better unless you're out there in the world using your camera" wise words brother. thank you! ❤ 8:16
I fully agree, that there is no bad camera announced nowdays. Yes, there are differences, but they count only when you already know, what are you looking for. I also liked this style and not a sheet of specs, great video!
I learned that lesson the hard way with i ruined a 90d doing a photoshoot and getting caught in the rain and couldn’t afford to replace it and had to shoot a wedding with my rebel t7i. I’m still anxious about shooting with the rp I have now
8:30 Amen my dude... Right now I'm shooting with an Iphone waiting for this exact camera! Doesn't come in till the 15th of April but I can't wait! Shot with EOS R last season and this season the R8 will be the main for the first part then testing out the Sony ZVE1 for the latter half... Thank you for the review 🤙🏾
Surely it makes more sense to get an r6 or an r6ii or at least another canon that uses lpe6. If you have two bodies its easier if they are similar; lens mounts, similar buttons, features, batteries ...
Love seeing the backcountry crossover! Well said - camera gear gets trashed out there in the bottom of boats and dragged through gnarly portages... but the shots out there are worth it 😊
The asthetic of this video was so completely satisfying I didn't want it to end. Best review ever, but honestly just stand in the woods and fish and chop wood and talk about art and I'll watch every second.
I don't care for a second about canon cameras at this point, but I came here to see if there's a studio update I missed. You should build a playlist for those inquisitive enough to look ;)
The problem with all Peter's videos/reviews are that the man can sell everything to you just by his badass editing. If I had the money I would buy everything he reviews 😉
This video put a smile on my face like you wouldn't believe. I am a photographer/videographer that specializes in the fishing/outdoors industry. You were one of the reasons that I even picked up a camera and have been watching your videos throughout my entire journey as a photographer/videographer. My number one passion in life is fishing and to see you in a river photographing a fly fisherman brought me so much joy. I have this dream that one day I get to hit the water with you and film something amazing. Keep up the amazing content Peter 🙏🏼
Love the raw honesty coming from all the new content. Personally I’m really stoked on this camera, I’m a photographer first so my 5d mark iv really hit all the boxes for me except video. Stuck with a crop sensor and limited options in 4K with my current set up, the idea I can get the video specs I want for only $1500 seems like a great option for a second body. Ultimately I believe Peters final statement out there says it all. More important than what you have is working with what you have.
Great vid! Coming from someone who has an m50, this looks like a better version of that. Same battery I think, similar small size. This looks like something I could upgrade to one day if I want a full frame camera and more 4k capabilities
Yeah I have an M50 as well rn with kit lens. Been looking for a 50mm f1.8 to play around or like 30-35mm since its more desirable. Then I was like maybe I should just sell it and buy an EOS R and that led me to this video about the R8. Maybe I should just go for it but it's so expensive 😂
Not a review at all. It's more like a documentary, the scenes, dialogs and thoughts not only on the camera but on overall equipment are outstanding. Thanks for sharing this Peter.
Use the R7 and R10 and somehow autofocus on the r10 seems to be sometimes off too, r7 never seems to struggle. Was thinking about the R8 but I think with my set up I am still good to go. Thanks for the review Pete, love your thoughts on new cameras, hope for an R50 review and I as well would appreciate your thoughts about the R7. Or even better: would like to see what you could get out of the R7… cheers mate
How's the R7 working out? One reason to go with the R7 for me is because I already have several of those battery types which is a good thing. Also coming from an 80D where I already love what I get, this is a huge step up. Only real accessory I would need is the EF adapter
I was only able to afford a used 6D recently. And it was the best camera for me because I wasnt treating it like a baby like my other crop body cams that I bought brand new. Last lines of these 2 gents really nailed it.
I bought 6D mk2 1.5 years ago and it’s just as you say: I’m not afraid to use it, it can get some beating. And the image quality and „canon color” are so great I don’t feel like replacing anytime soon. Occasional tear appears in my eye when I wish it had 4k video, but I can live without that :)
Watched a 2nd time, just for the exhilarating location, the shots n the excellent breakdown of wot the R8 can do and wot it can’t quite do … Peter yr vids r a great gift to learning photographers … I hope u get a lot satisfaction from that. I imagine the $$ helps a bit tooo …. Thks mate.
Once Peter mentioned they were appearing to fly fish for the sake of the review I couldn’t push the thought of the behind the scenes process out of my head 😅🤣 Peter’s videos are always phenomenal! I learn so much by trying to think, how would Peter approach this (I just pulled my phone out to get some pictures) photo shoot 😎 💜
Definitely getting a PRO-sumer taste of professional camera vibe. Seems like an awesome piece of gear to get some amazing shots. Very good starting point for the curiously serious photographer. If i could afford it and switch systems Id give it a go. I am still debating an RP.
I have an RP and love it. You can usually find it on amazon for ~$1000, and the body style and specs appear to be very similar to the R8. Personally would recommend going with an RP and using the saved cash to invest in a good lens. That will generally result in a better bang for your buck in my experience
I'm currently about to get my first full frame camera and I was having the same debate except that was before the R8 was announced. It was whether to get R or RP but with nearly all the features of the R6Mii inside a RP body I find it hard to not want the R8 over the RP or the R. I have friends who have the R6/RP and R so I've been fortunate enough to test them all out and there's a noticeable difference for me between the RP and the R6 so I've been wanting something closer to the R6 but without the crazy price and I feel like this hits right in the sweet spot.
I usually hate watching camera reviews, but this nailed it. You kept it short and REAL! Loved it man, hope you were able to thaw out after that arctic cold water!
Super exciting camera that will for sure be my next purchase! Also, a note from a keen fisherman is that you added spinfishing sounds when he Used the fly Rod… haha super awesome footage as always
I have an m50 too, it’s starting to be annoying how small it is on my hands.. but in my opinion all this canons are just ugly to look at xD I think I will try a Sony alpha someday.
I am very excited for this camera. For my personal use, this looks perfect. Or at least perfect. I'm so glad you talk about the battery life and tested it out in the cold, because I'm a Finn, so it gets cold out here.
@@NdifonNtui Good choice. Especially video features on Canons are way behind competition. It's a good lens brand, but for sure isn't the one you would choose for being a pioneer in pushing the boundaries of the most advanced technology available in the cameras.
I'm very tempted by this camera as a travel body. I do want an R5, but with my 5D III I'm always reluctant to bring it out on a trip due to weight. This is so nice and light and still full-frame. I only wish this had come out a couple of months earlier for my upcoming trips.
Defintiely weight is a big plus. I moved from a 6D to the RP and saved almost 300g in weight, the R8 is lighter still. The closest Sony is the a7c which is 48g heavier and costs more.
@@TheArtofKAS hopefully they’ll offer more! It’s still wild to me that they won’t allow third party lenses with their new RF mount from what I’ve seen! If they did that they’d bring more people over to use their bodies like Sony has honestly. But oh well!
@@EasyTigerCreative hardegree. I feel like one of the only reasons they are not doing it right now is because they have a lot of lens options they have not developed yet. But that's still not a good excuse. 😂.
@@TheArtofKAS for real! I mean they should know that people that want to dive into photography don’t have the budget for expensive lenses right away. Might as well let people get good lenses at a fair price with third party lenses then when people get more “serious” and get more business from it they can upgrade to their brand lenses. People do that with Sony all the time!
If this had came out back in the day I probably would have grabbed it over my R6. That being said this would make a great little backup. I feel like the RP and the R did a fusion dance and went super saiyan and that’s the R8 😂
You know, I’m still using Canon 650D and I must say although it’s an old camera and I have to use tripod a lot because 400 iso already brings so much noise, I’ve learned that it really doesn’t matter what camera you have. The idea and creativity always outplays the equipment!
I’m also doing all my stuff on a 650d, which has been more than good enough to get my channel off the ground to 1.2k subs but it’s now way behind in terms of specs. The R8 seems like the next step from that perspective
It always depends on what you are shooting too. I have a canon 800d and shooting sports is a struggle. Some days in the autumn's/winter's afternoon around 2-3 that i have to bump up my ISO a little bit, i feel like I'm not good enough because the camera is kind of limiting me. 800 or 1600 iso is not ideal for my eyes. Not the noise so much as the colour shifting and sharpness that destroy many photos for me.
holy crap! the best camera you can afford to replace it the most incredible quote ever. I get asked so often what camera should I buy... this is my canned response and it opens up great dialog about photography!!
I use a Canon RP. It has the same body (different button layouts) and same battery, but it is just a little bit better having oversampled 4k 60, and 120fps in 1080p. If i didnt had my camera right now i would go with the R8. Great video!!!!!
RP only does 120fps in 720p vs 190fps in 1080p on R8. the 4k on the RP also uses a much poorer old quality autofocus than that of the R8. The dynamic range is likely much better on the R8. food for thought my friend.
It looks like a Canon RP Mark II. Honestly, so much so that I don't know why canon didn't just call it that. Rather going with yet another random R number.
Why would you want to replace your RP with this? Just for the improved video capabilities? And 40 pics pr second?
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@@cjme311280 For me the main reason is Animal Eye AF, and the fast silent electronic shutter. The RP is my first FF body, and I love the image quality of the RP, but it's slooooow. I mostly shoot wildlife, and the RP doesn't have the electronic shutter, and with servo AF it has only 4 FPS.
I've always used a canon 80D and as of recently I started to check out the EOS R to upgrade... now Canon is about to release the R8... god help me to decide, and I use it primarily for still photography. hmmm.
I feel like you have found a way to merge the two brands you been running with “Peter McKinnon” and “Pete’s Pirates Life” to have under one umbrella which I think you’ve been trying to do
Got my R6 mkii about a month ago and it's been great. Colors look better then how the r6 was and it's winter so no heat issues for me but results look good from what I've seen.
I totally agree. My R6 M2 is 2 months old and I’m loving it. Still wondering the R8 would have made more sense for me because it’s 1000$ cheaper. Could have spent it on glass
I still think the best value mirror less full frame camera at the moment is the Sony A7iii, similar price to the Cannon R8 but far better low light and dynamic range
The only thing I hate is the battery. I have an EOS R and would want to use both and have the batteries be the same. Otherwise it looks like cheaper r6ii.
How cool would it be if Canon would give us dual sensor tech? One body 2 sensors. One high meg sensor for studio, flexibility with printing, cropping power, post processing power etc and one low meg sensor for low light capabilities that are superior to high megs. Maybe call it the R2 for dual sensors IDK just an idea. Imagine not having to carry multiple bodies, and then pair it with the new 24-105 2.8! Ultimate setup in my opinion. Canon could use less materials but charge more money all while making less of a carbon footprint on the environment. Canon wins, professionals win, the environment wins, it's a win across the board. Nikon and Sony and any other camera user that dont use Canon would lose sleep at night because they know deep down the switch is going to happen , just kidding , ....but really though. Pete I bet you could get this to the right person. By the way your channel is illmatic , cheers to a new year.
I can’t figure out the pricing, it’s $1500 dollars which should equal about €1300 euros but it’s for sale in Ireland for €1950 and the uk is a similar high price too.
I mean it's one thing to be "affraid" to break your gear but it's an entirely different thing to take care of and treat your $11k rig like an $11k rig!
Cody nailed it in the final seconds of this video. "The best camera is the one you can afford to replace." Last Summer I was shooting on an R5 with the 85mm F1.2 and it stayed in my camera bag for most adventures because I was terrified I would drop it, scratch it, break it. LOL
Yeah i think manny koshbin said this - you should only buy something if you can afford 10x of the same thing.
@@datdudeinred lol no one would ever buy anything.
People just need to be more careful with their stuff, use it just don't do stupid things.
I can't afford other camera but i shoot everything I think is possible.
I can't afford 10 more cars but I have to have one and use it to it's fullest.
Or just be willing to lose it and 'have' to replace it. I've taken my 5d mark IV, which I know, I know, it's a cheap camera now, but 5 years ago wasn't, out on the buffalo river many times to take pictures. I put it in a zip loc baggy, then when I felt the canoe and environment were reasonably safe, I took that baby out and got some great shots. Taken it hiking many times in places I could have fallen hard. That's always been a pet peeve of mine though. People buying stuff and not using it. If you have a pickup truck and the bed has not a single scratch on it, you should have bought a car my friend.
Canon decide to STILL use the LPE17 battery after so many complaints about it being crap. And STILL< we have micro HDMI. And no wheel. I'm out. Just get an R6ii.
Or be willing to get insurance. People insure a hobby car they build, a boat, etc. Good cameras no different
Literally there are no bad cameras anymore, they're all what we dreamed of 5 years ago now, even entry level ones.
so funny you say this. 7 years ago, i was like "cameras are so bad unless they're like 5k". now entry levels are immaculate offering options that were only in 5k cameras 7 years ago. crazy.
2000$ body only don't think that's entry level
@@copycatlyn the camera is 2000, its just as expensive as all other bullshit, cameras are so incredibly overpriced its not okay, the upcharge is crazy for what it costs to make a camera... literally just canon tax
Goes with every technology. Imagine after 10 years what will be the norm
if a camera cost more than 1k it isnt entry level lmfao. i shoot on a sonya7r3a but i didnt start on a 2k mirrorless system i started when i was 14 on a $350 used d3500 with a 18-50 (i think) kit lens.
I traded that into mpb and got a d5300 and a Sigma 50mm Art for about 300 dollar difference when i was 16, and then i sold that body and lens and got the Sony when i was 18.
most "entry-level" photographers are kids and teens just getting into the hobby, if you tell them a $1k camera body is entry-level you'll scare em off
the best camera you can afford to replace is the perfect line for a sentiment i have been trying to communicate for years. If you aren't afraid to hold it out a car door for the shot, you are going to get incredible shots. and if you don't, you will miss those shots. TrustinTimber, perfectly said!!!!
I love how Peter always wraps reviews into a story. Also, I appreciate his candor, mentioning the cons as well as the pros. Great job, thank you
I second your words. And that's why I trust his reviews, I don't feel like someone is pushing me to buy new stuff, and I really appreciate his comments about the cons.
The last 70 seconds of this video is something I would love to hear 4 years ago. I bought camera equipment for about 2900 USD... But I realized that I never used it because I now have so much stuff that it is too heavy to carry around... I have now sold everything off and bought a Lumix Lx100II and am SUPER happy with that choice!
Mind telling me which equipment you bought exactly? I don't wanna make the same mistake lol
This is NOT cheap, affordable yes!
Usually my comments get no traffic but I actually think this was one of the best camera reviews I've watched and kept me glued to the screen, the friendly banter around the fire pit, just overall wish these types of review were made more often
No possible... existed there multiple cameras...
That was a truth bomb at the end. Absolutely love that line about the best camera is the one you can afford to miss. Going to have to show this to my students.
As a new photographer I really enjoy your content. You always put out videos that are interesting and great to watch. You have the balance between being both entertaining and informative. Keep up the great work.
8:15 that’s the realest you’ve ever felt. I’ve been following you for around 3 years now and that’s the coolest thing you’ve said
"The best camera is the one you can afford to replace." Damn I felt that.
that makes no sense.
@@thesupport4963 Bro when you running a business it makes sense. Good quality + you can afford multiple or replace in a pinch.
@@yagutensho4044 still does not make sense. ‘Let me buy crap and replace it with crap” That’s like replacing Angel Soft with Charmen.
Not crap just a budget option that isn’t top of the line but still does what you need like a m50 or a t8
@@JAndrewV not really a budget camera at $1600 when you need to buy the accessories for it. especially a couple more batteries considering the fact that you will go through that tv remote battery that come with the camera.
I love that comment towards the end. It doesn't matter which camera you buy, just get to know that camera in and out. Get what you can, and don't extend yourself more than you are able.
A truthful video about canon cameras from an ambassador. I appreciate this so much
Bought it yesterday! Years of learning and watching your videos, I finally took the leap and I am Super stoked!! Thanks Peters!! Now just need save up 2 more grand for a good lens :).
I don't do video, just photo (and mostly no motion), RP has been serving me perfectly. Underrated and best value camera imo unless you need video
The cinematic short film start was a great demo. Appreciated all the practical info after. I think Canon is trying to remove the Mirrorless M series altogether (M6 / M50). Perfect end quotes from both of you: "Buy the best you can afford and actually use it and learn it". ; and "The best camera is the one you can afford to replace". Totally agree. Good hands on review 👍
"Buy the camera you can afford to replace." I like that. A lot.
Mr. Mckinnon filming what i film every f*ckin' day. I love it 😍 hahaha
The very end of the video is just great. I read it as "Gear Doesn’t matter" Redux.
If you’re afraid to break your toys...then that fear is going to sap all the Joy you can get out your toy.
Awesome video as usual Pete!
I've watched so many different reviews on this camera after deciding the R6ii was out of my upgrade budget! But this video has swung it for me!!
Oh canon. Bringing the budget goods 🎉 well done
I love what you said at the end "Learn technic, Nothing will make you better unless you're out there in the world using your camera" wise words brother. thank you! ❤ 8:16
I fully agree, that there is no bad camera announced nowdays. Yes, there are differences, but they count only when you already know, what are you looking for.
I also liked this style and not a sheet of specs, great video!
Looks like Pete's pumped about the outdoors again, you gotta love it ✌
I love the fact that the R8 is weatherproof because one never knows where that perfect shot is and when found one needs a camera 📷 that's ready!
I learned that lesson the hard way with i ruined a 90d doing a photoshoot and getting caught in the rain and couldn’t afford to replace it and had to shoot a wedding with my rebel t7i. I’m still anxious about shooting with the rp I have now
Still absolutely love my R5. It's a phenomenal camera that meets my needs for video and photography.
Dude we're clearly all here because we can't afford a stupid R5 so get outta here :D
You say "still" as if it isn't still a near 4,000 dollar camera lol. I'd hope it's still useful. Not like 8k is sub-standard for today.
8:30 Amen my dude... Right now I'm shooting with an Iphone waiting for this exact camera! Doesn't come in till the 15th of April but I can't wait! Shot with EOS R last season and this season the R8 will be the main for the first part then testing out the Sony ZVE1 for the latter half... Thank you for the review 🤙🏾
Enjoyed this a lot. As an R5 owner, I’ll definitely be picking this up as a second body/backup. Really nice review dudes. 👌🏼
Surely it makes more sense to get an r6 or an r6ii or at least another canon that uses lpe6. If you have two bodies its easier if they are similar; lens mounts, similar buttons, features, batteries ...
I was about to say. Your out of season for fly fishing. Really glad you touched on that. The ice makes a beautiful background for fly fishing.
The last sentences about buying best cameras that we can afford is pure gold. There's so much awesome gear that one can buy 🤯
The BEST camera in the World !!!!! (for such price and even more )))
My favorite review video of you and Kirk by far. Well done!
The best camera is the one you enjoy carrying first and using second…..anything else just feels like work.
Love seeing the backcountry crossover! Well said - camera gear gets trashed out there in the bottom of boats and dragged through gnarly portages... but the shots out there are worth it 😊
I could almost feel the icy water in that river ! And we learnt a lot about the R8 too. A Fantastic little film, thanks Peter.
Please do more videos like this ... outside, looks and feels great
I'm still using my 80D I got like 5-6 years ago. Still love it.
The asthetic of this video was so completely satisfying I didn't want it to end. Best review ever, but honestly just stand in the woods and fish and chop wood and talk about art and I'll watch every second.
I don't care for a second about canon cameras at this point, but I came here to see if there's a studio update I missed. You should build a playlist for those inquisitive enough to look ;)
The problem with all Peter's videos/reviews are that the man can sell everything to you just by his badass editing.
If I had the money I would buy everything he reviews 😉
This video put a smile on my face like you wouldn't believe. I am a photographer/videographer that specializes in the fishing/outdoors industry. You were one of the reasons that I even picked up a camera and have been watching your videos throughout my entire journey as a photographer/videographer. My number one passion in life is fishing and to see you in a river photographing a fly fisherman brought me so much joy. I have this dream that one day I get to hit the water with you and film something amazing. Keep up the amazing content Peter 🙏🏼
Love the raw honesty coming from all the new content. Personally I’m really stoked on this camera, I’m a photographer first so my 5d mark iv really hit all the boxes for me except video. Stuck with a crop sensor and limited options in 4K with my current set up, the idea I can get the video specs I want for only $1500 seems like a great option for a second body. Ultimately I believe Peters final statement out there says it all. More important than what you have is working with what you have.
He’s evolving👀 I definitely want to see more of this style of content
Great vid! Coming from someone who has an m50, this looks like a better version of that. Same battery I think, similar small size. This looks like something I could upgrade to one day if I want a full frame camera and more 4k capabilities
I thought exactly the same thing :)
Yeah I have an M50 as well rn with kit lens. Been looking for a 50mm f1.8 to play around or like 30-35mm since its more desirable. Then I was like maybe I should just sell it and buy an EOS R and that led me to this video about the R8. Maybe I should just go for it but it's so expensive 😂
I love the rustic campfire/ french press scene. Great work here!
Really interesting, the R8. Could you please make a video about the R7? I would really like to know your thoughts about a
R-F APSC camera.
Not a review at all. It's more like a documentary, the scenes, dialogs and thoughts not only on the camera but on overall equipment are outstanding. Thanks for sharing this Peter.
That real talk at the end though…words of wisdom. Gotta get out and do it!
Peter McKinnon + Fly Fishing = 🤯🤯
Use the R7 and R10 and somehow autofocus on the r10 seems to be sometimes off too, r7 never seems to struggle. Was thinking about the R8 but I think with my set up I am still good to go. Thanks for the review Pete, love your thoughts on new cameras, hope for an R50 review and I as well would appreciate your thoughts about the R7. Or even better: would like to see what you could get out of the R7… cheers mate
You could get the same footage out of the r7 lol stop worrying and go make some magic dude ✨️.
@@HeroShotzphoto do that already, just would like to see what Peter could get out of that 😉
How's the R7 working out? One reason to go with the R7 for me is because I already have several of those battery types which is a good thing. Also coming from an 80D where I already love what I get, this is a huge step up. Only real accessory I would need is the EF adapter
Thank you for all of your hard work. I see why you produce such quality work. I really enjoyed the video and learned a lot from it.
Man seeing this video makes me wanna pick up my camera again and start taking pictures again, I miss chasing the shot
Do it then, whats stopping you?
Your advice at 8:15 is spot on. 100 percent accurate.
I was only able to afford a used 6D recently. And it was the best camera for me because I wasnt treating it like a baby like my other crop body cams that I bought brand new. Last lines of these 2 gents really nailed it.
Yeah 6D you can do whatever you want that it hold up pretty good, now the R8 I have my doubts abou the build quality.
I have an R5 and a whole bunch of very expensive RF lenses and I just bought a mint condition 6D to get the feels back.
@@robmcd the click sound of the 6D is just so satisfying.
6d was and is a bloody great camera. Took some of my best shots over the years with that body. Has a real filmic look to the images.
I bought 6D mk2 1.5 years ago and it’s just as you say: I’m not afraid to use it, it can get some beating. And the image quality and „canon color” are so great I don’t feel like replacing anytime soon. Occasional tear appears in my eye when I wish it had 4k video, but I can live without that :)
The best advice was the back n forth at the end. Diamonds
Still using my canon EOS R and it's still doing a great job for photography and beating out other models besides the R5/R3.
same i dont plan on upgrading for a while at the vary least 5 more years
Watched a 2nd time, just for the exhilarating location, the shots n the excellent breakdown of wot the R8 can do and wot it can’t quite do … Peter yr vids r a great gift to learning photographers … I hope u get a lot satisfaction from that. I imagine the $$ helps a bit tooo …. Thks mate.
Once Peter mentioned they were appearing to fly fish for the sake of the review I couldn’t push the thought of the behind the scenes process out of my head 😅🤣
Peter’s videos are always phenomenal! I learn so much by trying to think, how would Peter approach this (I just pulled my phone out to get some pictures) photo shoot 😎 💜
Great video, as always. But the last part of the video is true gold.
Definitely getting a PRO-sumer taste of professional camera vibe. Seems like an awesome piece of gear to get some amazing shots. Very good starting point for the curiously serious photographer. If i could afford it and switch systems Id give it a go. I am still debating an RP.
I have an RP and love it. You can usually find it on amazon for ~$1000, and the body style and specs appear to be very similar to the R8. Personally would recommend going with an RP and using the saved cash to invest in a good lens. That will generally result in a better bang for your buck in my experience
I'm currently about to get my first full frame camera and I was having the same debate except that was before the R8 was announced. It was whether to get R or RP but with nearly all the features of the R6Mii inside a RP body I find it hard to not want the R8 over the RP or the R. I have friends who have the R6/RP and R so I've been fortunate enough to test them all out and there's a noticeable difference for me between the RP and the R6 so I've been wanting something closer to the R6 but without the crazy price and I feel like this hits right in the sweet spot.
I usually hate watching camera reviews, but this nailed it. You kept it short and REAL! Loved it man, hope you were able to thaw out after that arctic cold water!
Super exciting camera that will for sure be my next purchase! Also, a note from a keen fisherman is that you added spinfishing sounds when he Used the fly Rod… haha super awesome footage as always
Awesome Video, the outfit, location, and weather gave me major Red Dead Redemption 2 vibes, especially on that railway.
Great point at the end. That's why I have two R6's. I can't afford the R5 but I could afford the R6 twice.
That intro fishing sequence was pure.
Currently have M50 and looking at upgrading. Looking at staying in the canon line.
Definitely going to be worth it my friend. Best of Luck on your purchase
Same, was thinking R7 but Canon drops this one.
@@TheArtofKAS thanks. Ya looking at this one now and the R6s when time comes or used options & use that saved for nicer lens
I have an m50 too, it’s starting to be annoying how small it is on my hands..
but in my opinion all this canons are just ugly to look at xD I think I will try a Sony alpha someday.
I am very excited for this camera. For my personal use, this looks perfect. Or at least perfect. I'm so glad you talk about the battery life and tested it out in the cold, because I'm a Finn, so it gets cold out here.
It took couple of years but Canon finally catched up where other brands were in 2018
For video, I don't think they have at that price. I'll take the fx30 over this any day, crop factor regardless.
@@NdifonNtui Good choice. Especially video features on Canons are way behind competition. It's a good lens brand, but for sure isn't the one you would choose for being a pioneer in pushing the boundaries of the most advanced technology available in the cameras.
YES.... A Peter McKinnon fishing video. Haha right up my Alley. 🤣👍
I'm very tempted by this camera as a travel body. I do want an R5, but with my 5D III I'm always reluctant to bring it out on a trip due to weight. This is so nice and light and still full-frame. I only wish this had come out a couple of months earlier for my upcoming trips.
Defintiely weight is a big plus. I moved from a 6D to the RP and saved almost 300g in weight, the R8 is lighter still. The closest Sony is the a7c which is 48g heavier and costs more.
This was a great vid man! It's to the point, great footage and b roll, awesome shot showing it's capabilities.
Camera body for the specs and price is great! If only canon had affordable lenses to pair with it haha
Closest thing you'll get are the 50 1.8,35 1.8, and 85 f2 and the 24-104 f 4. We have room for more but just waiting on Canon now.
@@TheArtofKAS hopefully they’ll offer more! It’s still wild to me that they won’t allow third party lenses with their new RF mount from what I’ve seen! If they did that they’d bring more people over to use their bodies like Sony has honestly. But oh well!
@@EasyTigerCreative hardegree. I feel like one of the only reasons they are not doing it right now is because they have a lot of lens options they have not developed yet. But that's still not a good excuse. 😂.
@@TheArtofKAS for real! I mean they should know that people that want to dive into photography don’t have the budget for expensive lenses right away. Might as well let people get good lenses at a fair price with third party lenses then when people get more “serious” and get more business from it they can upgrade to their brand lenses. People do that with Sony all the time!
The video image is pretty sweet honestly...
If this had came out back in the day I probably would have grabbed it over my R6. That being said this would make a great little backup. I feel like the RP and the R did a fusion dance and went super saiyan and that’s the R8 😂
LOVE it, you just came across as genuine this time. Not that you aren’t in other “reviews” but this one felt different from you. Thank you.
You know, I’m still using Canon 650D and I must say although it’s an old camera and I have to use tripod a lot because 400 iso already brings so much noise, I’ve learned that it really doesn’t matter what camera you have. The idea and creativity always outplays the equipment!
I’m also doing all my stuff on a 650d, which has been more than good enough to get my channel off the ground to 1.2k subs but it’s now way behind in terms of specs. The R8 seems like the next step from that perspective
It always depends on what you are shooting too. I have a canon 800d and shooting sports is a struggle. Some days in the autumn's/winter's afternoon around 2-3 that i have to bump up my ISO a little bit, i feel like I'm not good enough because the camera is kind of limiting me. 800 or 1600 iso is not ideal for my eyes. Not the noise so much as the colour shifting and sharpness that destroy many photos for me.
holy crap! the best camera you can afford to replace it the most incredible quote ever. I get asked so often what camera should I buy... this is my canned response and it opens up great dialog about photography!!
I use a Canon RP. It has the same body (different button layouts) and same battery, but it is just a little bit better having oversampled 4k 60, and 120fps in 1080p. If i didnt had my camera right now i would go with the R8. Great video!!!!!
RP only does 120fps in 720p vs 190fps in 1080p on R8. the 4k on the RP also uses a much poorer old quality autofocus than that of the R8. The dynamic range is likely much better on the R8. food for thought my friend.
@@wesleychapman9001 Yeah the video side on the R8 is way better. I think it worth's 500$ more price range...
Dude so freaking bad ass! Fishing is the top of the list for me along with killer footage. Hats off to you my dude! 👏🏽
It looks like a Canon RP Mark II. Honestly, so much so that I don't know why canon didn't just call it that. Rather going with yet another random R number.
The sound design tho. Chef’s kiss
This is definitely what I'm waiting for! I will replace my RP whit this, but actually I need more money :) Great video Pete! Thx!
Why would you want to replace your RP with this? Just for the improved video capabilities? And 40 pics pr second?
@@cjme311280 For me the main reason is Animal Eye AF, and the fast silent electronic shutter. The RP is my first FF body, and I love the image quality of the RP, but it's slooooow. I mostly shoot wildlife, and the RP doesn't have the electronic shutter, and with servo AF it has only 4 FPS.
That image you took at 3:37 is off the hook.. wow love it. Great review by the way and love how you keep it real.
Pun intended?
Y'know... cause he is an angler?
I've always used a canon 80D and as of recently I started to check out the EOS R to upgrade... now Canon is about to release the R8... god help me to decide, and I use it primarily for still photography. hmmm.
R8
Awesome AF system
Better sensor with great DR
With great video too
I upgraded to a r6mkii
Just ordered one as a full-spectrum IR conversion camera with a hot filter to allow it to also be the back up camera in my bag.
I feel like you have found a way to merge the two brands you been running with “Peter McKinnon” and “Pete’s Pirates Life” to have under one umbrella which I think you’ve been trying to do
really liked the ending! was super contrasty with your normal style
Still thinking of getting the R6 M2. Might be a little bigger but the issues with this seem to be fixed in the R6
Got my R6 mkii about a month ago and it's been great. Colors look better then how the r6 was and it's winter so no heat issues for me but results look good from what I've seen.
I totally agree. My R6 M2 is 2 months old and I’m loving it.
Still wondering the R8 would have made more sense for me because it’s 1000$ cheaper. Could have spent it on glass
The two card slots in the r6 II is really a nice piece of mind
8:34 the best advice and conclusion! 🍻
I still think the best value mirror less full frame camera at the moment is the Sony A7iii, similar price to the Cannon R8 but far better low light and dynamic range
Really a7iii in 8 bit? Bleh
Panasonic S5 II is the better option. With all sigma L mount lens
The best ANYTHING is the one you can afford to replace! Well said!
FINALLY FIRST…?!
Hey hey, you really were! At least 5 other people falsely thought they were.
Brilliant!!! Top draw stuff. Thanks Peter, your work gets better every day!
The only thing I hate is the battery. I have an EOS R and would want to use both and have the batteries be the same. Otherwise it looks like cheaper r6ii.
How cool would it be if Canon would give us dual sensor tech? One body 2 sensors. One high meg sensor for studio, flexibility with printing, cropping power, post processing power etc and one low meg sensor for low light capabilities that are superior to high megs. Maybe call it the R2 for dual sensors IDK just an idea. Imagine not having to carry multiple bodies, and then pair it with the new 24-105 2.8! Ultimate setup in my opinion. Canon could use less materials but charge more money all while making less of a carbon footprint on the environment. Canon wins, professionals win, the environment wins, it's a win across the board. Nikon and Sony and any other camera user that dont use Canon would lose sleep at night because they know deep down the switch is going to happen , just kidding , ....but really though. Pete I bet you could get this to the right person. By the way your channel is illmatic , cheers to a new year.
I can’t figure out the pricing, it’s $1500 dollars which should equal about €1300 euros but it’s for sale in Ireland for €1950 and the uk is a similar high price too.
Dollar prices don't usually include tax.
Ye thats super ennoying. same in netherlands (1800 euro)
@@lexinad thanks! I didn’t know that and I couldn’t figure this out all morning. 👍
The wisdom of Pete. If I got nothing else from this video, get up, get out, and use my sh!t. Got it Pete. 8:41
I mean it's one thing to be "affraid" to break your gear but it's an entirely different thing to take care of and treat your $11k rig like an $11k rig!
I have a gh5, I think this would a dream camera for me. Good price, fullframe, and photo/video hybrid