Canon 5DsR / 5Ds in 2020? A brutally honest take after using it for 5 years.
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- Опубліковано 28 сер 2024
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November 2020 update! Canon seems to have reduced the price of the 5Ds/5DsR, which reaffirms my original video, overpriced at $3600, but an absolute bargain below $1500!
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All prices mentioned in the video are as of September 2020 and from looking at the major retailers online. For this particular camera you really should look to pick up a bargain somewhere as demand would be very low and excess stock would be sitting around all over the world. Some of the less mainstream, grey import websites seem to have the best prices on them but I cannot vouch for their service or reliability.
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I just completed a shoot for Ralph Lauren using my 5DSr ...... and the editor asked me what camera I used...... and that's a question he never asks...... so the quality in 2023 .......yes, it's all in you style and the how you use the tools !!!!
A camera that is good, doesn’t become bad just because others come along.
Words of wisdom!!!! I love your comment
Exactly!
However "Good" is extremely subjective
@@DamianDodd Also very comparative, so? If athlete A breaks a world record in 2018 and athlete B breaks then breaks that in 2019 it doesn’t mean A is no longer good.
Exactly!
I've been shopping for a 5DS for a few years. Just picked one up for $800 on ebay with only 1500 actuations. Very happy!
Nice review. Today (2024) I still use the 5Ds R. I purchased a refurbished (new) camera from Canon directly, and so far have had years of good use. I am angry that other manufacturers have made better options, including mirrorless. In summary, it's poor in low light situations (stage performances, etc.), and it takes a lot more work to get great pictures. But when all parameters line up correctly, you can still get great images. In general, high megapixels seems to mean poor low light sensitivity. Today, if you can get a good deal on a healthy 5Ds(R), and you have good quality lenses, and you don't want to switch to Nikon, Sony, etc., then I think you can get some good use out of this camera. Unfortunately, today's photographers have switched to quiet mirrorless cameras, so the shutter noise can be annoying in comparison. I still think Canon is not on the forefront of innovation.
I’ve owned the 5Ds since 2015; have loved it ever since the day I took my first shot with it. Maybe I’m missing something, but 50 mpxls of goodness in 2015 is still 50 mpxls of goodness in 2021. The image quality of the pics coming out of this awesome camera (low-light shortcomings notwithstanding) still blow my mind after all this time.
I just bought myself the 5DSR for $1500(Body only) for just one simple reason: 50 megapixels! 👌👏🙏
@@bamdadmedia I bought my 5DSR for $850 used
@@IDIturboDiesel Enjoy! That's one heck of a sweet deal. Congratulations 👏 I love my 5DSR. Its still incredibly relevant in 2022!
Joke of a camera.
@@52701970 which camera?
Welcome to June 2024 - Just picked one up used on eBay for $1,100 USD. Full kit, original box and materials, a few additional bits and bobs. Shutter count 55K. A few trivial scratches on the body. I've got the 5DMIV as my primary day to day work horse and some Canon L glass, which turn out lovely images, as well as some Zeiss primes that are just gorgeous. I shoot mostly landscape and portraits, so low-light performance, low ISO ceiling, crawling fps, etc. don't really bother me. And I shoot to print in large format, so the resolution really matters. As Easton alluded to, this is very particular camera body intended for a narrow audience.
I appreciate the very thoughtful and details analysis - including the frank honesty of the presenter. I don't do car photography, but, holy smokes..., that portfolio is stunning. Gorgeous work!
Cheers,
J
Ironically, both these cameras just drastically dropped in price....
Yep - on sale on B&H for $1,500 as of right now. Now it represents a true value proposition. Quite a contrast from last September.
Canon is releasing another monster MP camera this 4th quarter
@@LangDu21 Can you share the Canon link for this?
Got a 5DS R about a year ago, a pain to use at first but learn its limits and you will be blown away. The 5DS R now has been joined by a 5 DS. Yes it has its limits but what a machine.
I purchased a refurbished Canon 5D sR from Canon last week, 1-13-2023, for $1195. It came with a one year warranty, and all the other accessories that came with the original camera. I’m looking forward to using it. Enjoyed your video.
While I have picked up the R6 and probably the R5 in the near future, I wouldn't think of letting my 5DsR go. The image quality, can not be beat. The features of the newer mirror are fun and extremely handy and with an adapter, the older glass is adaptable. We grow and go forward, but we ought to think twice before we completely let go of the already tried and true. As with the author Easton has indicated, I too have been shooting my 5DsR for 5 years as well. An idea he has brought to mind, why not by a second one (at the new ridiculously) low price.
Don't forget the reason some dinosaurs haven't switched to mirrorless is that lovely sound of that mirror...
Came for the review but admittedly your voice is very soothing in a strange way lmao. Great insight, definitely helped me a ton in the decision making process.
As someone who is looking on upgrading (finally) and have invested in EF L glass, this video was exactly what I needed to tell me to hold out a bit longer for a next generation.
Thanks mate, what body are you currently shooting with now?
@@eastonchang t7i since 2017
@@JamesBarton1 For the value, I think the 5dr/s is a good upgrade path for you right now as long as you aren't looking for heavy video features. $1,500 on sale on B&H brand new. I've seen them used on ebay for $800-$1000.
@@JamesBarton1 You could also upgrade to a used original 6D. It is an awesome camera I have shot for years before switching to Fuji for size and weight. However, I held on to my EF lenses and my 6D and took it on a hike the other day, still an amazing camera with great image quality.
B&H Has made this "complete ripoff" $1299.00 for the 5DS, and $1499.00 for the 5DSR suddenly VERY attractive! You were ahead of your time! Cheers!
definitely! I just got a secondhand one with just 3k shutter actuations a couple months ago for $950 (5DSR). Crazy deal for the prices these are going for now.
@@brianbeattyphotography Got mine secondhand with 1607 shutter actuations for $944 (5DS) - not a scratch on it and I can still use all my "L" glass...
@@davidtrinks6141 wow, what an awesome find! Hope you’re enjoying it 👍
Still getting used to it, it's dinky compared to my 1Dx Mk III or 1Ds and 7D Mark II with a battery grip- the details are awesome...shooting macros of cannabis for clients...
Picked one up for $1,500 from B&H. Hadn’t thought of getting one, but at that price it’s nearly a steal.
Is there a work around for no mic jack or you just doing sound seperate
@@unbroken1010 I’m strictly a stills photographer so I don’t shoot video.
@@theraven6836 how you like it
@@unbroken1010 I like it, a lot really. I bought it mostly for long exposure landscape work and in that respect it’s excellent, especially for $1,500. I especially like how I can lock the mirror and delay the exposure by 2 seconds after pressing the shutter. This eliminates any shake in the body resulting from pressing the shutter button.
It’s low-light performance is a bit noisy, though. However, if you set the raw file to 24mpx s-raw instead of 50mpx the reduction eliminates most noise and still yields a pretty substantial file.
Anyway, I like it so much I sold my 6D and am relying on the 5DsR as my only DSLR.
I was using a Canon 80d which is a good camera, with a nice dynamic range, touchscreen etc. I wanted to update to full-frame...I liked the canon 5d mark iv but the body was 2000 dollars.
So...I saw the canon 5ds in 1249 and I just bought it together with a 24-70 lens. I can not be happier. The quality of the photos compared with the 80 d is just ANOTHER world.
Even in 6400 iso is A LOT better than the canon 80d. And I can say, i am super in love with the 50 mg because the capability of cropping is a HUGE HUGE advantage
I took photos for stock and book covers and I can take any part of the scene and still have a super high-quality photo. For me, that flexibility is incredibly useful. And I also use bracketing for extreme contrast situations so it is no problem with some lack of dynamic range. Of course, you can have better cameras, but you have to pay really a lot more.
If you want to upgrade from crop sensor, this camera is incredible, the quality and color rendition is really amazing. I don't have any more touchscreen nor wifi and not articulated screen like on my canon 80D... who cares? at the end, which is a matter...is the quality of the photo. I don't miss those features AT ALL.
With the 700 dollars, I saved for not buying the canon 5d mark iv I bought a good glass. I just want to share m experience after two months of using my Canon 5DS.
And many thanks to you Mr Easton, you open my mind to make the best choice. I wish you all the best.
Ruben
Awesome video Easton thank you. I produce full time for a multi-dealership automotive group and I really love your commercial photography. Clean and polished, and it's nice to know the person behind it is humble and eager to help others grow. Appreciate this so much.
Thanks Easton for this video. I concurred and bought a used 5Ds recently. Image quality was great. Enjoying taking photos with it now.
First I was looking for 2nd hand EOS 5D Mk IV but a EOS 5 Ds R with original grip the BG - E11, appeared for € 1250,00 both in excellent state (studio use only). Shuttercount 50K. Gonna use it for landscape photography / timelapse and use some of my dad's FD lenses. Doesn't go without a tripod and a (wireless) remote / Canon App. Love you dad, mis you.
I bought the 5DSR in 2019 for under € 1400 (new). It's a fantastic camera even in 2020, and the image quality at low ISO values continues to amaze me. However, it only convinces with high-quality lenses such as 85mm 1.4 IS. For me a typical Canon workhorse, which, when used correctly, delivers perfect results. For a price of less than € 1400, I think it's still a recommendation if you want to stay true to the EF system.
Where did you get it? The cheapest I can find is 1950€. For 1400€ just take my money.
@@smashexentertainment676 I bought the camera from "Guter Kauf". I just checked, it is no longer on sale there. With best regards, Thomas
@@3Schneewittchen Danke. I'll probably just wait and see if Canon comes up with the replacement for 5Ds.
I've been looking for a new stills camera after switching out my Sony A7iii for a BMPCC6K. I WAS going to buy a used 5D Mark III, but made an offer for a 5DS for $750 USD. Couldn't be happier. Great video!
wow that's a steal! Best deal I've heard yet.
brilliant review , i owe the beast i know it . But seriously its the best u can vouch . Man your car photography is just as brilliant as it can get .
Thanks for the vid. Thing is, there's never a "what camera value" question. It's always a "what camera value in the context of what it's built for, so far, my main camera has been the 5DsR and haven't nudged anywhere else ever sice 2016. I shoot jewellery and product and only until the release a7rIV did I find reason to do a comparison. So far, none of the bodies you have mentioned give users who don't compromise detail and resolution specifically for their line of work give more detail and better sharpness than the 5DsR. I do own other bodies, the 5D IV is one of them when I need video work but as I mentioned, the 5DsR is strictly made for studio work, hence the weak ISO performance and the laughable video capabilities. The only 50mp sensor I've tried that makes me change my mind is that of the FujiFilm GFx 50s but again that's a twice more expensive combo. I use Sigma ART primes for everything and honestly 8k 30p and 73k 960p are of no interest to me for what I do. This is what I meant to say, it's built for a specific audience.
To guys watching it in 2024, i just bought this camera, to switch from canon 90d aps-c, why? Portrait, landscapes, street photography- for my only quality matters, i don't use any inteligent autofocus system, sticking to center dot focus 99% time. Why i switched? I genuinly believe that some day i will hit a photo that really matters to me, that somewhow could land on fine art photography and i believe this camera gives me the quality that I won't think about my equipment anymore, just focus on some day i do a photo that is worth 50 megapixels or even more. Now it costs about 1k dollars used, has EF mount compatible to amazing line of lens which are getting cheap used, i think that this year is the best to buy this camera
The 5dsr is a bargain with current pricing. Can buy lightly used or grey market for not much more than the cost of new 850d/Rebel t8i
Picked up the 5Ds used in excellent condition in 2023 for AUD$1600 to add to the 5D collection...Not a lot of use as yet but loving the results so far.
First off, I appreciate your breakdown of the 'value' of the 5Ds. I expected a more technical review, but your observations are very helpful in my decision making processes. The reason I am researching the 5Ds is that B&H announced a huge drop in price for this model in October. Currently advertised the 5Ds is 1299 USD with a 2400 USD "instant rebate". Canon must have figured out the 5Ds/r will not sell for their previous asking prices and as you mentioned in your video, the Sony A7R iii is a more than qualified equal to the 5Ds and is currently selling for around 2300 USD on Adorama.
Currently I own a 6D M2, but have wanted a more capable body for long landscape exposures in low light. I have lusted after the 5d IV for it's premium optical quality and modern features such as touch screen (which I really like), but the price seems stuck at 2499 USD. The 5Ds has a pathic max of 6400 ISO and of course no touch screen. It will be a tough decision.
A 5DSR given its current price of $1500 should tie me over once the R5 mark 2 comes out and they refine that camera. I too have a 6D Mark 2 that I acquired on the famous holiday bundle sale 3 years ago for around $1300.
IMO the 5ds(R) has the “must have” features in image quality and resolution. It’s also way way better value with its new price reduction. The other features you mentioned like higher ISO, touch screen, wifi etc are “nice to have” features. So when forced to choose, I would choose the 5Ds(R)
@@eastonchangThanks for your follow up and advise Easton. I must have been "channeling" you as I put in an order for the 5Ds yesterday. All very exciting.
@@charlesawest6729 Congrats mate!
5DSR available right now refurbished at Canon store. Grabbed one for $1100 plus tax and shipping. Go! Go! Go!
They (spearheaded by the big UA-cam channels like TOny and Chelsey and the rest) criticized this camera big time. Then, as always, we learned that true professionals actually have been using them and loving them. They wanted Canon to be amused by cock-pitting SOny and Canon - but sorry, but Canon doesn't play anybody's game. They have their own game. And they have the last laugh.
5Dsr is going to be my first full frame camera even though it is years old. And why? Because that is what I want.
I like my 5d mk iv for most work. Was looking for higher pixel camera for doing large print studio work and thought that the sr was too price rich for an older model. Luckily, B&H is now selling the sr for $1,499.00 USD. It'll be a great holdover until Canon comes out with a high megapixel photocentric camera.
Just ordered a 5DSR for 1500 bucks from B&H (brand new and authorized, not gray import) to replace my 6D from 2013. Still on back order but I can wait a week or two. I mostly do landscape (for fun) and never video. I also have a good collection of L lenses so this thing should be good for another 5-7 years. The 5DS is even cheaper at 1299.
Excellent, excellent review. You really know your photography and it helps educate us immeasurably. Also, your portfolio is exquisite.
Bought last month grey a 5Ds with the TS-E 24mm. Love it. Next month going to get the 100-400 mk II and I'm all set for landscape, cityscape, architecture, only on tripod. A Fuji XT30 takes care of family snapshots.
Oh buddy I feel bad for you if you paid above $1500
@@qelapafu Two thirds of that. Brand new. Don't feel too bad for yourself.
Total price grey for 5Ds + TS-24mm + 100-400mm II, less than the price of an R5 body.
Will get a 5Dm4 too, when the price will be right.
I owned the Canon 5dsr for 5 years and just sold it. The Canon R5 with RF glass out performs the 5dsr in terms of what can be resolved in frame. It's almost unbelievable.
Some comparison photos would be great.
R5 still a $3000+ camera.
I just sold my pair of 5d2 for $450 each, and replaced it with two 5DS brand new from einfinity for $1050 each, I think it is so worth it with the pricing of half 5D4 that I want originally to buy.
Of course my dream would be to get R5, but that's totally out of my budget.
That's a nice upgrade coming from the 5D2! The file difference will be night and day.
@@eastonchang That's great to hear. I just picked up a 5DsR locally here in Yosemite for 750. I am pretty excited to get it out in the field soon.
I got the 5ds for 1080 $ recently. The only downside 5 ps for action photograph. And one should carefull in spary and prey in raw shoot out. This is a great camrea .. Has infinite cropping potential . Great for even birding. I can crop deep and still get a detailed photo. 5ds is the best bargain now.
Got it in ‘22 for 800$.
My gear has been stolen.
I have been left with 85 sigma 1.4 and Zeiss 35 1.4.
It’s surprisingly enough.
And with all the cameras and lenses in the world, I wouldn’t have been able to create images like you. Incredible stuff
The 5DS R is $1,499.00 on B&H right now.
Not anymore
I just bought a used Cannon 5Ds for it’s 50 mb. And I’m learning to use it. And I’m happy with it.
I'm considering purchase of one, anyway, used. And it's not for the specs, but because it's an oddball in Canon's inventory. It stands out from the rest. And I like cameras that are different and perhaps even 'flawed' in some way. Image quality, ergonomics, esthetics, character are properties that override more sensible decisions over and over again in our daily lives. Whatever makes sense doesn't make it a more appealing option all of its own. Isn't that also why you still got it too, in the end?
Canon 5DSR is a true beast. I recently bought a brand new one. I had one and sold it since then I have missed so I bought one before they have gone. I will keep this one forever. It's perfect for architecture and landscaping. Also some studio or commercial works. Not a good option for sports or wildlife does not make sense.
Purchased 5Ds New £880 and a 5DsR New £1080 for shooting DPS uk magazines in July 2020 and amazing kit after 1DsIII / 5DIII / 5DIV / EOSR, the latter I kept for gimble filming alongside C300MKII. I tested the 5DsR and 5Ds against the EOSR and it still blew the EOSR out of the park pulling back shadows. For 'Now' cost they are amazing and doubt I will be moving from them until the R5 is £3k ish and the issues are resolved. If I am honest I have always changed camera near the end of the incoming cameras lifetime as the firmware is at its prime and the niggles are sorted out. Look at the R5 8k heat issue? I mean still today almost all of my none broadcast clients want 1080p and yes shooting 1080p from a 4k sensor is amazing. Nice film and its now my official bedtime sleepy listen thank you.
Bought the gray market 5DSR 1 year ago for $1800 USD and it is brand new with no issues. Did a full shutter count and pixel test and there were no bad pixels and shutter count was about 25 which is normal for Canon testing. Had to set movie from PAL to NTSC but that was it. Excellent camera and almost everything I shoot is landscape so buffer speed is a non issue. In addition Amazon has 2 year warranty you can buy that is easily as good or better than Canon's warranty. I shoot in live view so in essence it is mirrorless when shooting.
Thank you for this excellent review and insight. I'm considering the body now that it's even less than $1,000USD (December 2020) as a third (specialized) body for portrait and landscape work. Also helped me choose b/t the s and sR.
Outstanding video. Love the tone and the honesty!
I just picked one up this year, to replace a GFX50s, and while it generally does that, at the pixel level I feel that the D800 I used to use is ahead. But apart from that, I am simply in love with Canon. I got it used for about 1400$ so I am floored.
Maybe people paid the money because it's a great camera. Besides you could get it for a lot less used by then.
Still the 2nd highest mp camera in 2023.
Hi ?Easton, I've never come across you before, I was just looking around to see what's up with second/hand canon stuff. I have a 7D, AND 7D MkII, love both of these cameras, They do what I want them to do, and they work fantastic for my needs. Wildlife, Landscape etc. When I come across the 5DsR and you started talking about it, I agree with you about the BullShit price that Camera Stores are pricing them at. WAY, WAY, WAY too much for a 6 and nearly 7 year old camera. (Me - Australia in 10/21). Hearing you talk with so much experience with the model I'm looking at, and you gave a no BS advice and comparison to other models. THANK YOU, for having the balls to actually tell it like it is. I suppose I'm a NO mirrorless camera bloke as if sold all my gear, maybe 3-4 grand aus, it's NOT worth me doing so. But,,, If I could get a decent re-fund or so on my gear to get a 5DSR I'd get one and i'm sure I'd be tickled pink to have it. I do like the 50meg size, plus full frame, plus my lenses I have will fit the 5DSR, so all round, I'd be more than happy. I'm just really thankful that I was able to come across your 12th old video giving some dam good advice from a bloke that has actually made a living and lifestyle from the actual model camera I want. BLOODY THANKS for your sharing here, I hope to get to your site and have a look at your pics and know that they are what I could eventually have from my own (eventually) 5DSR camera. Thanks again, Teddy, :)
Any one crying about high Iso has not been humbled by dealing with film. Never go past 6400 on any camera any way
It's interesting seeing this video 2 years on. A 5DS R for £1200 second hand seems amazing value for money - for studio work and landscapes.
Useful video thank you. Landscape shooter here, trying to decide what to upgrade to from my failing Canon 5D2. The R5 and R6 are both calling, but with one serious eye on budget, the 5DS brand new for around £1.1k is a tempting proposition.
Big budget = R5, limited budget = 5DsR IMO. For landscapes you “want” those extra features of the R5, but the 5DsR has the resolution and the robustness you “need”.
Paid exactly $1400 for my 5Ds yesterday. I didn't see the need to burn the extra $450 extra only to have a red "R". The R is absolutely pointless purchase for literally one feature. This is a freakin BEAST! I have my Sony A7R and A6000 up for sale now. I miss Canon and I don't care about mirrorless although there are some pluses. This freakin thing has features I can't figure out so I have to youtube all these extra features but man, 50mp.. I took a shot and you can see the INSIDE of the pores this thing is so great.
the issue is that companies like Nikon still take care of the brand new Nikon D 850. Unfortunately, Canon has not released a newer one for this camera. He could very easily improve some points. Unfortunately, it doesn't take care of its models after so many years and the professionals choose other companies like Nikon. Thanks
Fabulous video just bought a Canon 5ds in the 🇬🇧 for £800 new unbelievable value and the image quality is up there with the so called flag ship sonys and nikon, why buy them when a 5ds does exactly the same quality and its for peanuts.
Bang for buck it can't be beaten.
Thanks Adrian
Fantastic buy, clearly if you look in the right places for a great price the camera represents some of the best value for image quality today.
The most used professional camera today, in November of 2020, is the Canon 5DmkIII. This is based on multiple reports from leading studios and rental houses. So anything that came after it would still be more than valid to use today. people need to step away from UA-cam GAS bubble. real paid pros do not change camera systems regularly, maybe once or twice in a career and it is a huge PIA when they do.
The 5DSR is legendary. Like the Nikon D700 in the old days. The D700 still stands up today, There is magic in its sensor. The 5DSR has the same gold in its sensor. Just buy it,or the D700.
A really interesting vlog. If I were a proffesional photographer I would most certainly have upgraded the "tools of my trade" over the years because that's how I would be earning my living but as a keen hoybist photographer, it's a very different story. My two main cameras are still DSLRs, a Canon 5Ds and when I need speed, a 7D MkII but of course along with these goes the patiently built up collection of L series lenses. As a lightweight "carry option" I have a mirrorless system built around Canon's M series and from that, know the many advantages of mirrorless especially if you want to do video work however, would a brand new camera make me a better photographer ?
I suspect not though buying into the R series or Sony/Nikon/Panasonic would certainly make me poorer so for now I will stick with my 'old DSLRs' and just think about all those hand me down EF lenses that just might come my way at affordable prices :)
I will never switch to Sony... I don't need a mini computer as a camera. I need a real camera.
Matey, you need to take a look at the results people get with Sony cameras and stop trying to sound clever. They're all mini computers and all real cameras.
$1K (in 2022) vs. $2500-3500. Sorry, this still is relevant. Landscape.
I enjoyed your video. I first saw this last year and yes I thought the prices for this camera from USA retailers was outrageous...so I bought a gray market Canon 5Ds in September of 2020 for $1054. I got the 5Ds instead of the 5Dsr primarily to avoid any moiré and it is still very sharp. Today you can get a 5Dsr for $1499 at B&H brand new - they have no 5Ds cameras left in stock. If I were a professional, I would get the R5 because it would be more versatile, flippy touch screen, better dynamic range, and no need to calibrate the lens to the body, just to name a few. I hope Canon will continue to try to stay on the leading edge of technology. I have so many EOS EF mount lenses that it would be a pain to switch to another brand.
that's a great find! I just got a slightly used 5DSR for about the same price. Crazy how much they have come down this year, even with the R5. For that much savings, I can bracket a few times to get the extra 2 stops if it means saving $3,000.
i bought a used 5dsr in 2022 for $1000, but it was mainly because i love the 5D bodies. I had a Sony mirrorless and i felt that it shows that they are made in China
5DS was dropped to $1299 and the 5DS R was $1499. How is that NOT a value proposition?
cant believe its been 5 years.
I have 2 Canon 5DSR cameras. One is for daily use and the second is brand new still in the box as a backup. The new mirror-less hyped cameras are nothing else but a cell phone on steroids without the cell phone...Look at the iPhone 14 picture specs and see how close it comes to the Sony cameras. And it has apps. And it can make calls. And it has a bigger screen. And...
I'll gladly take that 5DS off your hands for free and give it a good home ;) I'm still using the original 5D from 2005. But yeah for professional purposes, it's more economical to upgrade to something newer to keep up with the times, especially when a well paying shoot or two should more than cover the cost of a new camera. Not to mention the new RF lenses are pretty good, performing better than even the L lenses on EF. With all that has come out, if you're a Canon user, you're looking at Canon, and only just recently has Canon really started to compete and bring viable replacements. And at this point if you're going to change lens systems, might as well go with Canon again rather than Sony or Nikon, because at this point, they're all pretty much at parity. Which means the only determining factor left is familiarity with Canon's design style and menu systems and such.
5DS R is $1499 now, in 2022, while 5D Mark IV is still around $2400 and R5 is at $3800
I am sorry but if you think a 50-megapixel sensor is not enough then something is wrong.
I understand you may want a faster shutter rate but billboards have been produced using an I phone and go back decades to the Nikon 12mp D700 that camera was used by most professionals.
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I basically agree with you. I been shooting for 57 years, and I have noticed that the average person gets suckered in on HYPE ADVERTISING.. etc., 1st things first do you want Video Camera, or a High Quality Camera for Photography? Once they combined the Video into the DSLR, that to me became a doubled edge sword. I'm not a Video guy, if love freezing things in TIME. I love the creative that it takes to compose a Photograph rather than a SNAP SHOT! Consolidation of the Camera and a Video record is Economics! Pay more, and get less. Back in the day, we didn't become professional because we were on FACEBOOk, or BLOGGING, or TikTok! We have to produce Superior QUALITY Photo's! People now days say there professionals and they walk around sporting the $3800.00 camera in AUTO mode!!! :-)). Heck they can't even use a Light Meter, if they know what one is! So, chase those Newbies, I'll stick with my older Canons, Nikons HP3's, , Lucia, and Hasselblads .......... no AUTO here, you actually have to compose, create, a formate a Photograph. Video cameras, weren't very good return for the industry, so, a little forward thinking they incorporated the two.
All I know is nothing beats Canon in image rendering quality out of camera and editing the files that are not as huge as SonyR IV ; which requires upgrading to a better PC. If you're shooting stills, it's does a phenomenal job from what I've seen. Faster is not always better. Canon colors are the best
picked up a 5ds for 1k a few months ago, works like a beast
Canon reduced the price drastically of late..it stands at half its original price
best camera for landscape,real estate which i ever had.I used in even in commercial photo and 360 panoramas and absolutely beast.But it really need L lenses.Otherwise coverage of resolution is not covered and can be kind of blurry. I skip to this from Canon 5DmarkIII and change is really big.Have 5dsr for 3years now.What i lack only is more modern functions,but this is one of last DSLR coming out from Canon.Seems that Canon close now their research of classic DSLR and just only focus on mirrorless.But unless this works,i would be happy with.
I am still snapping with my 5D MKIII, it has always run like a sewing machine!
Been looking at upgrading, and not sure if I will get a 5DsR or wait to see the new R3 when it comes out. Might even save a bit more and go the Fugi FGX100 route.
Hard to consider because I have been shooting on canon since 2004.
omg you have an youtube channel? I love your work dude!!!!!!
Timing is crazy Just dropped 2K in price
It’s been about 1000 dollars since the pandemic started
I found a 5ds r used with a low shutter count at a great price. I can't wait for it to come in.
Recently got the 5DS US model new. For 1k. I'm a landscape/environmental landscape photographer in Utah. I absolutely love it!!! It's a beast!!
A perfect match!
Glad you like it! I'm thinking about biting the bullet and buying one as well, it's at $1299 right now on B&H.
@@ShawnTheDriver go for it. it's worth it. I love it. Esp at that price. It's built like a tank too!. Absolutely love this camera.
Excellent review. Analytical and with real experience. I'm looking at buying one and getting back into photography
I just bought my 5dsr brand new with a Canon warranty for 1300 bucks
which website or store?
My friend owned a camera store in Cebu City where I currently live. I researched it and the price was 1300 brand new. He ordered me one from his supplier and I paid in Philippine pesos.
You can buy them now for 1300.
Just a guess…
The high retail price of the 5DSR may have to do with the amount of cameras sold. Perhaps they haven’t yet sold enough to have made their original investment back. The 5DIV has probably outsold the 5DSR, to where after making their desired profit point, Canon could trigger discounts and price adjustments.
$1200 at Abe’s of Maine - today. No tax.
Its $1500 current price November 2020
I just got a 5DsR from B&H for $1,499, an upgrade from my 77D, T6, and XSi.
If I mainly shoot architecture with an aging 5D Mark IV, several hundred thousand clicks and already had the shutter repaired, would it make since to pick up the 5DS R at only $1,500?
In a lot of ways the 5DsR is going backwards from the 5D4. The only area the 5DsR is better is resolution. Can you quantify how important that is to you? 30MP resolution is no slouch. Unless you really do need that extra res, the best choice is to save that $1500 and still use the mark 4.
@@eastonchang been all over this video Easton. And you insight has been invaluable. I currently shoot with a 5DM4 and a 90D. Was gonna jump on this 5dsr price drop (mainly for huge prints) but think I will stand pat and wait. Maybe when the R5 drops to $3500 or so may get it then.
This video comes at a great time. I'd be upgrading from a 5dm2 and I have quite a bit of Canon glass so really, what else is there to do? I've considered the options and what sells me with sticking with Canon is CPS. CPS is just such great value imo. The only thing that concerns me is I'd be looking to pick up a grey market version so if CPS won't service it, well, I dunno. Either way, a 5ds on ebay for $1100 seems like too good of a deal to pass up.
Choice between having CPS and paying $3600 vs no CPS and paying $1100. I would definitely choose paying $1100. You could buy TWO grey import 5Ds and never need CPS! haha
In my local cheapest store 5Ds is little shy of 2000 EUR (coz you know, we do pay taxes). I so wanna get one.
$3900 for EOS R5.. I'll go cry in a shower.. in EU the price is equivalent to $5500. You can get 3 decent pre-owned cars for that money.
What microphone are you using?
Rode USB NT
@@eastonchang thanks, awesome quality and explanation
Reading many of the comments underneath it kind of sounds like many people like getting ripped off in terms of price. Yeah I get that it's a great camera and yes I get that it takes great pictures, but I think the point of this video is to say that technology has moved on. There is better out there now. Camera manufacturers need to understand this reality and price their older cameras accordingly. The point is that if cannon sold this camera for say $1500 new. Which they could afford to do, they would find many more buyers for it. But as the guy in the video accurately points out, for $200 more you can buy a camera twice as good, so you would be a fool to buy a new one at current price..
For me, the camera speaks for itself....the video left me wondering what lenses you found most usefuly for the awesome photos you published ??? I had the 5D back in the day, but now I can find this beast for around 1200. So: nothing in my lens inventory would fit it so then: Canon glass? Sigma Art glass? Thoughts ????
I just noticed that the 5DS R is now on sale for $1499 so I came to watch some reviews on it. I have a 1DX that's getting long in the tooth and that's seen a lot of use. I've just purchased a Canon R5 and will be moving forward with that system for now. But $1500 seems like an excellent prices for the 5DS R, especially to have it on hand to use my EF glass down the road when my 1DX has given up the ghost. I know you thought Canon was unrealistic for its pricing on the 5D SR when you made this video but what are your thoughts now that the price is only $1500? Would you buy the 5DS R at this price?
Thanks I guess this video helped make up my mind. Been looking to acquire a DSLR again after working with ML for over a year. Not bashing ML cameras at all, love my G9 and A7iii and will still use them for work. Just not feeling the same fun when using ML for free time photography
Cheers
Easton pls help me: 5DsR or EOS R? What would you choose for your type of shooting? Best. Seb.
On Canon Direct Refurbished 5DS is $1039
5DSR $1199 with 1yr warranty.
Nobody is paying 3699usd for a 5dsr. Even here in expensive New Zealand you can buy a grey market or lightly used 5ds/5dsr for around 1500-2000nzd which is around 1000-1200usd.
Hi! I’m looking for another camera body and I want to stick to Canon. I currently have a 6D MK ii, and I mainly do wedding and event photography. I was planning on getting the R6, but the 5DS R at $1500 is very tempting. What do you suggest I should buy?
The 5DsR is an amazing camera and now such great value as well - however it is still ultimately quite a niche camera. It lacks dual pixel AF and buffers quite slow. Although we could probably make it work very well still, I don’t think the camera is really aimed for wedding and event photography.
I am looking at the 5Ds ($1200 now) because of the 50mp and almost as important OPTICAL VF !! something that is critical for tracking fast small objects (rockets)
The Sony A7RIII can be had for a similar price ($1200 to $1500) but I assume being mirrorless its a EVF and not an OVF ?? I can't track rockets in an EVF the lcd resolution and lcd ms lag time is just a deal breaker.
Suggestions?
Man those photographs are just amazing so sharp and vibrant... so what do you think about that camera and Astro photography as well as landscape which I know it does an awesome job with that
I don’t do astrophotography unfortunately! I assume low light is important, which this camera isn’t the best at, but it holds up well. Definitely for landscapes it’s one of the best options there is.
How bout now for $1499.00 usd
$1499 @ B&H right now but not in stock. I’m getting another to back up my current 5DSR and Sony A9
Hi:
I just bought the Canon 5DS camera and switched from JPG to RAW. But the photos won't transfer to my 128 GB SD card to transfer them to my computer.
WHY?
Thank you.
An erudite, insightful presentation which I found invaluable. Would be interested to know which cards owners of 5DS R use.
Since we are pros, we got five Sony A1 & pro lenses for free.
While many claimed pros have to buy their own equipment.