This is by far one of the most informative, honest, and streamlined camera switch videos I’ve seen thus far! I already love so many of your videos. But bravo dude! Well done. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Thank you, I really appreciate that! I think a lot of us can get a bit obsessive over these decisions, so I wanted to try and lay out my thought process as clearly as possible.
Interesting video. I've tried Sony and stuck with Canon and am quite happy with the R5 (firmware 1.6 eliminated most overheating issues). Perhaps if I was just starting out, I would go Sony, but justifying the time, effort and financial write down to sell an inventory of high quality Canon EF L lenses in order to switch brands is pretty hard to justify in this day and time. The capability of modern cameras by Canon, Sony, Nikon, etc. are all pretty good these days and they tend to leap frog each other as technology marches onward. In my view, of you don't own a lot of lenses or if money, time and effort don't matter to you, then it is fine to change brands constantly. Anyway, nice video of your reasoning.
I'm half way through your vid. I agree with your frustrations regarding Canon, but I've also had frustrations with Sony. I've gone down this rabbit hole myself A TON. When the R5 and A7S III came out... I got both (absurd, I know) which actually turned out to be a useful and interesting investment. For those that don't know, you can get indefinite record times out of the Canon R5 if you record externally (e.g. Ninja Atomos or OBS). I believe you can record 8K externally. I've used my R5 for 12+ hours live streams in full frame 4K60 and have shot for hours at a time in 4K FINE recording to OBS. What causes overheating when recording internally is 8K and 4K FINE mode, which downsamples from the entire 8K sensor. People think their only choice is to then use 4K line skip to get around overheating... but this is only the case if you hate crop mode. Crop mode has no line skipping and actually yields a beautiful image. And you get most of that crop loss back with a speed booster. What this means is you can record internally without ANY overheating on the R5 in nearly full frame (visually) if you are comfortable with crop mode. Regarding Sony... it honestly took me a long time to appreciate my camera. Now I use it regularly. My biggest frustration with it is the inability to fully customize the wheels and dials to my liking so upon startup, it's already set (which oddly enough, the A74 gives you). Everytime I fire up the camera, I have to hit the custom dials button to activate my preferences. I've also seen my A7S III overheat multiple times when recording to both cards in a warm room. Update... At 18 min now. A74 is a fantastic camera. Haven't noticed the rolling shutter issue yet, the LCD is a nicer looking than the A7S III and I love that you can turn it on and the custom dials are already set without having to push a "custom dials mode" button. I agree with your thought process in deciding to purchase the A74. That being said, I've seen UA-camrs challenge pro photographers about comparison images between the Sony A1 and Sony A7S III and often times, the A7S III won or they couldn't see a difference. And the limitations of Sony touchscreens bug me to no end.
Getting both is definitely the best way to find what's best. I did rent a few different bodies before purchasing, and that helped A TON. Thanks for adding this perspective, it's incredibly helpful. Not sure if I'm doing something wrong, but I haven't had frustrations with custom buttons and dials so far on any of the models. I spent an inordinate amount of time setting everything up when I got the cameras, but since then they keep the custom settings stored right away, which has been really nice.
@@tombuck the specific arrangement I like is the rear wheel to be aperture, top rear dial to be ISO and the front dial to be shutter speed. I can only seem to activate this specific preference once the a7s III is on and I hit my “custom dials” button which is assigned to the trash icon. On the a7 IV, there is no limitation with how you customize the dials and they even let you customize what has traditionally been the exposure dial. I vainly hope Sony will update the Sony a7s III to give users the same flexibility as the a7 IV. But I doubt it will happen.
So I made the exact switch you did and even did it over a long period of time. Honestly, the biggest thing for me was I started to get frustrated with the Canon autofocus because I was getting used to Sony. I never thought I'd say that, but it seems like Canon's AF hasn't really improved in the last few years. I was literally blown away by Sony's AF. Plus the lowlight and dynamic range were unmatched. I use FX3 + A74 setup and I love it.
For so many years it was burned into my brain that "Canon = Best Autofocus." It was quite the mental leap to realize that Sony had come such a long way since their first mirrorless cameras.
I was wondering why canon always heavily prioritize their photo. Sony still better choice if u work with videos. Their autofocus is crazy fast. Also your explanation of a a7/S/R help me alot, thanks!
Canon prioritizes photo because they position those cameras as PHOTO cameras with great video features. For VIDEO Canon has a line of fantastic cinema cameras. But Canon R5, r62, even r8, r7 are truly great for video too.
I appreciate you Tom, I am a disabled Veteran / Minister who does Christian voice/Video podcasts and I want to say thanks for all you do for us with your great videos... Love the content and the crazy humor lol.. Keep up the awesome work!!!
Nice video! I have this issue of switching right now. I just bought the A7IV, having the R6. I have been really disappointed with the overheating issues and limited recording times of Canon. Let’s see how it goes!
@@sebastianFZE I have my A7IV just ready to test! Let's see how it goes! But I am sure I will have fun with it! Without recording limits and no overheating issues!
If that A7iv had come out before I bought the R5, I would have switched to sony... it just came out a few months too late. I also think that Canon is cumulatively WAY WAY WAY WAAAAy more expensive in every way, bodies and lenses AND computer needs to edit video and photo files (yup, even the photo files are super slow to edit if you don't have a frickin M1). I really think canon might be for rich people LOL
The RF lenses are wildly expensive (although they are outstanding). I used to think Sony was more expensive, and maybe that was true at one point, but right now everything seems to be pretty fairly priced and there are decent options at every budget.
Canon trying to be the Leica for Mirrorless pro system. Look at how they treat new photographers or amateur or beginning photographers. They could care less about having lower priced lenses. Pretty much most of their lenses are 1k to 3k lenses. They spit on the lower end users because they believe photography will become niche just like how Leica is for the niche photographers as people begin getting used to cell phone photography.
Totally understand your decision. I use canon since 15 Years... and i almost switched to sony too. But when canon released the r6 i decided to stay because i love the all in one package combinend with this super low noise sensor. But i can agree from a production perspective Sony might be the better choice because of no overheating, and special models for special needs. For me as a traveler and diver i needed a camera that can do almost everything in one package with good image quality. I dont need to take long shots so overheating is not a problem to me.
YYYYEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSS Im not sorny to hear you switched (ok yes thats a terrible pun) fantastic setup and Love the a7sIII and the A7iv. I now take the a7iv everywhere unless im shooting at night, the a7sIII still owns the night. Great cameras and in just a few hours I am headed into the arctic to film an expedition with mine!
That's what I use the a7IV for too- it's my "go everywhere" camera while the other two are more dedicated to studio space and special projects. I just finished an upcoming video where you make a small cameo, by the way 😬
You’ve definitely got to sort out what will be best for you. I’m hopeful this video is helpful to anyone in a similar situation as me, but at the same time, everyone’s needs are a bit different 👍
I'm glad you decided to make this video, Tom--as a longtime Canon user, I wish they did a better job of listening to our needs: even for photographers, video is more important than ever to our viability. If they want us to be able to keep affording their cameras, they need to be up to the job.
Canon definitely seems to think they know best when it comes to what their customers want. I know Sony regularly holds meetings/retreats with engineers and customers where a lot of direct feedback gets implemented in future updates, and that really impressed me. They're not perfect, but they definitely value video users.
Totally understand the Canon gripes... I have every one of them and then some myself. You hit the nail on the head when you said, "I got tired of purchasing artificial limitations with Canon". That is exactly what that brand has become even with a lot of their cinema and professional lineups. I will look more into SONY. I did a lot with them back in my film and TV days with the F55 and F65. Never really thought about them for DSLRs. Thanks again Tom!
Glad to know I'm not alone! My Sony cams have been great- so much so that I've kind of lost interest in even thinking about getting new cameras, which has never happened before 🤯 My biggest gripe after using them for 2.5 years now is that there are virtually no firmware updates for the most part and the product lineup has gotten really messy, with so many different camera models that have EXTREMELY similar features with one or two huge differences. Just takes a bit more research to find what's best, but they work incredibly well.
I had a cropped sensor Canon for years and decided to make the full frame jump with the Sony A7IV. I'm not a professional or anything but I wanted a better camera for travel and family pictures. Canon's lenses are WAY more expensive and once I saw Sony's third party support for lenses, I had to switch. I thought about buying the A1 but like I said, I'm not a professional and decided to get the A7IV with some quality lenses instead (Sony 35mm G Master, Sigma 85mm 1.4, Sigma 24-70 2.8). I mainly shoot pictures but I might get a secondary video camera. Not sure if I should get the A7SIII or the FX3.
Another great video Tom! I am sad to see you switch to Sony but your video was clear and articulate and gave some great points! So many people just constantly switch and it was neat to hear your Insights as to why. Great video, video! Thanks for your thoughts! Just ordered the R5C to go along with my R5, R6 and C70 and I’m excited to give it a try. I couldn’t agree more to get the system that makes sense and works best for your workflow.
Oh man that's quite the lineup! I'm excited to know how you like the R5C. Even all of my criticisms of Canon are really splitting hairs at a certain point. I tried to emphasize that all cameras are pretty great these days, so it's all about personal preference/workflow.
@@tombuck very well said! I think that was very clear in your video. Excited to learn more about the Sony side of things for you. Always up to know more and try new cameras.
I love the conclusion of you can't buy a bad camera nowadays. Can you believe how much that statement didn't ring true before 2014? I imagine back then that hesitancy was simply due to the lack of options and legacy, but now skepticism and paradox of choice is what makes all of us consumers mad with GAS. In todays time, new camera releases are equal parts enthralling and enraging. The OM-1 got announced a couple of days ago, which lead me to spend an hour making up quotes to figure out how much it'll cost me to make a system switch, then I spent the following hour telling myself to go and take a hike. At the end of the day, all I care about is shooting and having a good time, and I can still have that with what I have, surprisingly. Sometimes, I think, "What are todays version of the T2i and T3i? What about the 60D or 7D?" Which is interesting not only in terms of having a standard set by old cameras to fall back on, but how it was Canon that set that standard for me. It's a shame that the RF system took a while to gain its footing, especially since its still receiving some backlash with its newer releases. I'm hopeful for them though, the release of the affordable 16mm and 100-400mm is a compelling factor that keeps me with a watchful eye. In general, I'm particularly interested in the future of the camera market, and specifically how characteristics of "affordability" and "mid-range" seems to be visibly evolving. This was a great video to stir up some conversation.
Oh man, I remember when you came in one day and asked if I had heard about the "new Panasonic GH4". It was a game changer! I also remember how much awesome work you did with a T3i (which is also why I got my 60D...because you made the flippy screen look so useful). Canon was on top for so long with some really great cameras, but I think they got comfortable while other systems got aggressive. I also just like obsessing over cameras, so that's why I try and be super clear about splitting hairs and saying that all cameras are awesome now 😁
Awesome video! Thanks for boiling it down to the nitty-gritty, especially the video functionality versus photo functionality. That really cleared things up for me. I’ve been a long time Canon R user who does both photo and video and was thinking about the Sony‘s but just couldn’t make up my mind. Still don’t know what I’m going to do but you provided awesome insight and information. Thanks for boiling it down!
The R is a very solid camera! And I still thing that for photo-first users, Canon has a lot of great things to offer (of course they're great for video too, but I appreciate that Sony seems to prioritize video in select models).
I have also been on the fence about changing to Sony and the FX3 or a7S III are both great options for me and I love what they have to offer. As an EOS R user i am absolutely in love with the camera but I also feel it is limited in some areas. I am still very happy with my R and probably won't change for a while
That's exactly how I felt. The R is a very solid camera. I think the important thing is, whenever it's time to upgrade, to looks at everything from every manufacturer and see what really suits your needs best.
I still shoot Canon because I have so much glass.......but I appreciate so many people moving to Sony to punish Canon for doing stuff like limiting record times on the R5.....it already overheats.....why limit to 30 minutes in the few modes you can enjoy no overheating in.......
This is a very good video with to the point information, two thumbs up!! "What adapter for the Sony body are you using for the canon lens"?? I'm a long time canon user and have invested a lot with canon. I'm waiting for the canon R5 MKII hoping it comes with 60 plus mega pixels along with newer features. However, Sony has a 61MP for some time now with articulating screen with touch swipe. If canon disappoints I will be switching to Sony.
The Sigma MC11 is the one I have. It gives sigma EF lenses full autofocus in every mode, but Canon lenses will only have autofocus in photo mode, not video.
Loved this video. I have a Canon 7D and 6D ii. I’m a podcaster that makes occasion videos for my UA-cam channel. It really doesn’t make sense for someone like me to switch…BUT, this video puts into words what I have been thinking: if I were to need to replace all my gear, I would probably go with Sony.
The 6DII is still a great camera and delivers some really excellent results. Heck, so does the 7D! That was a dream camera of mine back when it came out and I had no way of ever affording something so great 🤤
I too switched from years of Canon to Sony, but for still photo purposes primarily. My reasons where the Canon lenses vs. Sony lenses. Canon lenses are fine if you spend the money for L glass but as a hobbyist photographer buying Lots of L glass was out of the question. Sony, on the other hand, makes some fabulous mid priced, and even lower priced, lenses that surpass the Canon mid priced lenses. And then there is the size. Canon stuff just seems overly huge compared to Sony. A Canon camera and two or three L lenses required the purchase of a Tenba backpack whereas I can fit the same Sony equivalent in a Peak Design mid-sized everyday sling bag. Great video. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing. I am in the same situation that looking for a different brand of camera. I am a Canon user with EOS R and lens plus Fuji XT-4. Speaking about auto focus sorry Fuji really have to go home to rest and the EOS R does have a reliable autofocus for me. Now I am the state of look for a FX3 or something similar. Still haven't decided yet
I haven't used Fuji myself, but I know they've got a pretty dedicated user base and seem like great cameras! I was absolutely blown away by the R's autofocus when I first got it, but the Sonys are on a totally different level (and to be fair, I think the Canon R5/R6/R3 are equally as good).
It’s crazy because Sony is growing on my wife and I! I’ve been using the Canon M50 w/ Sigma 16mm and now I mainly use the Sony ZV1! My wife loves the ZV1 better! That’s crazy!
When I taught high school, it was always interesting to give my students Canon and Sony cameras. They had no preconceived notions and didn't care about brands at all, so it was fun to see who would gravitate towards Sony and how liked Canon. Some things just suit certain people better than others 🤷🏻♂️
Do the newer Sony's allow you to scrub through when playing back video on the screen? My Sony A7C drives me nuts. I love the fact that on the EOS R I can scrub through playback instead of having to watch the entire clip down.
Ugh...no. That's definitely something that Canon does very well. We're all used to smartphones and they've brought a lot of the same functionality to their cameras, which makes a ton of sense.
@@tombuck that's a bummer! I was hoping they would have fixed it with the new cameras...It's the worse when trying to playback a 120 fps clip.. especially on the field with clients!!!
SIRUI {pronounced SUE-RAY} I know it seems weird but that’s the official word from their site. The issue is we read romanized characters phonetically based on English. Mandarin romanization is challenging because of their tonal expression and glottal stops. Either way it’s SIRUI {pronounced SUE-RAY}
@@tombuck hahahaha I feel you. Part of being fluent in Japanese you learn the Chinese pronunciation of many of the characters. It is also hella frustrating when people who have the job are lazy on language. I lose it every time I hear a (R) say Real La Tour. It’s Real Tour 😂🤣 only one a in Realtor. Anyway here you go. I’ve also seen it on there site and press releases. ua-cam.com/video/VfbjATWugak/v-deo.html
I went in depth on another comment here, but to summarize: it's very delicate. The small size is great on a compact camera like a GoPro, but on a bigger camera that's geared towards video production, it quickly becomes a liability and once it breaks there's no way around it other than sending it in for a potentially expensive repair.
I have a Sony A7iii and a Canon m50. I really like them both. I find myself becoming more productive on the A7iii lately. But there is something about the m50 that makes me keep coming back to it. Could be a flip out screen. lol
Can proudly say I’m not on a “team” I’m a free agent😊 I’ve got a Fuji, canon, BMPCC, and a RED. They all serve their own purpose. Who knows maybe I’ll add a hasselblad or a Leica to the mix just for shits n giggles
Ultimately none of these billion dollar corporations care about us, so you definitely gotta do what's best for you and having an Avengers-style lineup definitely has benefits!
I guess it depends on the lens, but the fast primes that I’ve been interested have been less expensive than the Canon alternatives (but I really like Canon lenses).
I remember when sony uypdated the original A9 with the new tracking AF (hence i still keep 2) which the newer a73 that time didnt have. I believe sony does update them when they can
Canon mirrorless has disallowed 3rd party lenses. That reason alone is enuff for any Canon user to switch. Since adapter is need to use EF lenses with canon mirrorless anyway, might as well just switch to something like sony camera that can be used with almost all kinds of 3rd party lenses.
Good honest and accurate review. I added a Sony to my Canon/Lumix eco systems. Thankfully speedbooster adapters make this a lot more possible than it used to be without buying all new lenses.
It focused on the wall behind because you have a super entertaining wall actually lol even got the auto focuses attention lol I already know my next upgrade is a Sony vs the Canon that I have now because I did find it offers more which was a changer for me but i'm lucky with my content I don't have to get a new camera now.
Not sure what you mean about the micro HDMI being "terrible". Hook it up to a Ninja V and you get insanely good video. Sure, it's not the best, which it should be for the price, but it works great. Do you experience poor video quality from it on some specific camera, because on my R5 it supplies no-limit recording in very good quality.
The video quality is no different than any other HDMI, it's more about the reliability of it, especially on gear that's aimed towards video production. It sounds like you've taken super good care of everything, but I've seen a lot of wear and tear put on ports when cameras are used with different people and/or crews, and Micro HDMI is typically one of the first to go.
@@tombuck ah, yeah… you need to use the screw-in mount support; they’re pretty flimsy, and you have to take care when taking them in and out. Micro isn’t my favorite but getting the R5 was far more worth getting with micro than not getting because of it.
Interesting video but when my Canon cameras stops making me money I’ll think about switching to another camera model but all the time they making me money and my work is published I’m sticking with Canon as it’s not broken!
The thing with battery life is that you can shoot 8 bit 420 4k video forever on the A7 iii and A7R iii. But now all the latest Sony cameras shoot 10 bit 422 which consumes more power + oversampling for the A7IV. I've noticed my battery is the worst for A7IV, a little bit better on A7Siii and much longer on older A7iii & A7Riii. I'm pretty sure Canon cameras that shoot 10bit 422 burns through battery similarly as well
Super cool video interesting. I loved to have 2 A7 siii and one a7 4 for some photos. I love to change my settings Iso, f shouter with wheels! I don't like touching the screen and then change it. The screens on the Sonys are so bad I have the a7 III and the screen is garbage.
It depends on your needs. The 6K Pro is an awesome camera if you don't mind the crop sensor or lack of autofocus (I was very close to getting one before ending up with the Sony). I definitely recommend renting different cameras before buying if you want to try them out in your workflow. There are a bunch of different sites online and prices are pretty reasonable.
Hi Michael! I use the Sigma MC-11 (I have a whole video about it here: ua-cam.com/video/NJMQ68E4rKo/v-deo.html). It works well overall, especially with Sigma lenses.
@@tombuck thanks yeah i know about it, the only reason i want to adapt my ef lenses if i switch to sony is to keep the convenience of using the drop in VND adapter, so much better than having 1 vnd for each lens, because no time on set to unscrew those... Also i think the Meike adapter won't have problems with canon lenses unlike the sigma. U should ask them to send it to u for a review👌🏼👌🏼
Ok but my question is, how do you deal with the heating up of Sony cameras? I thought canon was better since it won’t heat up especially when filming weddings.
It’s really not an issue in the newer models. The a7S3 has never overheated in me and the FX3 has a built in fan. Some people have reported heat issues with the a7IV, but those can be solved by opening the screen (I haven’t had any issues yet). Ironically it’s the Canon R5 and R6 that are somewhat notorious for overheating. They’ve gotten better with some firmware updates, but it’s still an issue and definitely something that kept me from buying them for myself. Early Sony mirrorless cameras had a ton of issues, but I think they spent a good 7-8 years ironing them out so now they’re pretty solid and reliable. Canon was late to the mirrorless market and it seems like they’re now experiencing the growing pains that Sony (and others) went through.
@@tombuck Yess!! I was almost able to record 2 hours of 4k straight with the battery and battery bank with sony zve10. I probably could do more but I got bored. The m50 my friend had couldn't charge via usb cord. Very awesome perk if you ask me xD
I decided to say goodbye to Canon when they released the 5DIV and officially said goodbye in 2017. Glad I did that. Moving forward to the time they released the R5, I would be fuming mad knowing the video recording is crippled due to how they implemented their software. Really dislike their decisions. Canon Professional Services (CPS) is top notch though. Need to give credit where credit is due.
It’s not so much about crippling but more about preventing the camera from melting. 8K is incredibly demanding. Even the A1 which can finally do 8K is limited to 30 minutes, 45 minutes if you want to come close to melting it. And now Canon has released the R5c with a fan for unlimited 8K recording time.
It's definitely worth exploring all the different options to find what works best for your needs. There's a lot of great stuff out there, and Sony is the system that gave me everything I was looking for 👍
I got an eos R to upgrade from my Fuji XH1 and was HORRIFIED with its video. It’s terrible… I don’t understand why people think it’s good😂 The R photo is insane, absolutely love the photo but the video is just trash. I still just film on the Fuji because the dynamic range, noise, colour sharpness, everything just looks way better.
I think it's a great 1080 camera and mine served me very well, but it just couldn't keep up with a 4K workflow in the way I wanted. Plus 8 bit vs 10 bit color really does make a difference!
Left Sony went back to Canon canon colors are legendary for me color science RF glasses are sharper then g masters are gorgeous and canon cameras are built like tanks and lcd screen are amazing canon is king for #portraits
I tried but could not get past the horrible ergonomics. Sony Has the most uncomfortable cameras ever. They need to hire a Canon or Nikon Engineer. I ended up selling the Sony and staying with Nikon. To me the the Z lenses are amazing and the colors produced by Nikon are, in my opinion, the best. I also enjoy holding the camera as well. The good news is there are great Cameras from multiple sources and having options is a high class problem to have. I tell people to take whatever you have and enjoy, they all do a great job in the end. It’s about enjoying photography and not as much about the gear.
Absolutely! It’s all about what works for the individual. Although I will say that I personally like the ergonomics on the newer Sonys quite a lot. I really didn’t like some of the older models, but these are fun to use 👍
I agree with things you said.. I love the idea of staying with canon and having their RF Lens ( the RF L lenses are great and better lens than GM IMO) but eventually I went the SONY route because of its video capabilities.. and although sony is far from perfect but the FX3 giving me decent image and colors.. My only gripe would be it 12MP sensor which very limiting for photos that’s why I’m opted with FX3 instead of A7S iii.. looking forward to get a7 iv as my photo camera.. Great video Tom!
The 12mp is a tricky one. It's part of what makes those cameras so great for video, but definitely leaves you feeling limited for photo. A big reason I got the a7IV too was so that I'd have a solid hybrid option and it works really well for that. It's been super fun!
Canon is the Sony way to go! 100% agree evolve to what suits your needs. Getting the fx3 really added things my other cameras didn't have. Really enjoying the experience this time around. 5 years makes a huge difference. Thanks for sharing your thoughts Tom!
Tom if you had just gotten the Canon C70 you would have avoided having to buy 3 Sony cameras and you would had Super35 Dual Gain Output (DGO) Sensor DCI 4K 60p, Hi-Speed UHD 4K 120p/2K 180p, Canon Log 2, 3, PQ & HLG HDR Recording, RF Lens Mount / EF Mount with Adapter, DIG!C DV7 Image Processor, 16+ Stops of Total Dynamic Range Built-In ND Filters / Auto ISO & Gain, Dual Pixel CMOS AF & EOS iTR AF X, 1 BNC Timecode / 2 Mini-XLR Audio Inputs, Dual SD Card Slots, LUT/Long GOP Support. And my favorite huge batteries.
The great thing about this video was the focus on the recording limit. When I first started doing videos with a DSLR instead of a dedicated camcorder I was using a friends Canon. I didn't know about the record limit.... until is shut off during a part of a video podcast recording. It became very frustrating because I also became over aware of the time instead of the content. Then I got ahold of a test version of the FX3 and fell in love! Don't regret purchasing one at all! (My picture is me with the FX3 - I call her FoX-E)
I like that nickname haha! The recording limit is definitely a bigger deal than I realized. I was so used to it that I just accepted it as a limitation, but once I was able to use a camera without it, I realized it was definitely a hinderance.
I hear “micro hdmi is terrible” a lot in these types of videos. Outside of the smaller plug size, is there actually a quality difference in output between full and micro hdmi?
No quality difference, but a pretty massive reliability difference. Micro HDMI has a tendency to fail much more quickly and easily, which isn’t great on video-centric cameras where cables are being connected and disconnected pretty often.
@@MatthewEncina it's more delicate to a point that it'll just fail from normal use as the pins inside are so tiny that they can move out of alignment even if you're careful.
Almost went Sony but once the C70 came out and got to see how crisp RF L glass is, I had to go Canon. Quite an incredible powerhouse of a cinema camera. No overheating nothing but it is a cinema camera, with very limited photo capabilities. But I don’t need photo and I’ve had almost no gripes with the C70. Now that it can shoot RAW, it’s the best bang for your buck imo.
Awesome video. I had the same experience moving from Canon to the A7IV. I switched because of what is referred to as the canon cripple hammer. They purposely nerve and remove functionality. I hate that. That’s really why I switched.
Excellent video! I have just switch to Sony a7siii and a7iv for the same reasons as you! Question: Which lens adaptor are you currently using for your canon lenses on your sonys cameras? I would like to keep using also all my canon lenses. Thanks a ton! and I wish you a great week
Thank you! I'm using the Sigma MC-11 and it works great. Sigma lenses have full autofocus in both photo and video modes, but Canon lenses only have autofocus in photo modes (not video).
Thank you for this 🙏🏾 It always feels like my canon cameras came with an asterisk. I still have my eos r too (and a couple lenses 😬). I enjoyed shooting canon more but had soo much more freedom & create options on Sony.
You're right about the * I just didn't realize there were other great options out there because Canon really was on top for a long time in the earlier 2010's.
I wanted to go SONY BEFORE buying my R5 and wish I could... but I can't. With my primary job my business partners already had R5s and wanted all of us to have the same cameras so that we could match settings ect easier. With how much I've invested in Canon I just can't justify also doing it with Sony simultaneously. Maybe one day I can finally get into SONY once my own channel grows enough to justify it.
@@tombuck I’ve tried to convince them more times than I can count to swap us all over. From the photography side of things I can be scrolling through Instagram or Facebook and without ever reading the text below a photo know that it’s from a Sony camera, they have a look and Crispness to them that I don’t see from the other cameras that stand out. It’s like hearing Vin Diesel‘s voice without seeing anything you know who the heck it is no matter what he’s doing even if it’s a 3 word sentence over and over lol
@@RexxReviews that’s mostly due to folks on Facebook over sharpening their photos. The R5 has great true resolution which is what you should be comparing it with Sony. DPreview has a great way to do side by side comparison.
Another great one Tom! I had about $1,300 to spend on a new camera at the end of 2021, and literally after months and months of research, I bought an iPhone 13 Pro Max as my main camera and couldn’t be happier. I know it’s the absolute least camera geek choice, but for me who films in multiple situations from a controlled studio, to outdoor car spotting, and also skateboarding, the iPhone just checked so many boxes in terms of quality, easy of use, and compatibility with my Mac and FCPX. and since I have an iPhone 12 already as a phone, boom, I suddenly have 2 cameras that are usable if needed. Hopefully some of the major brands can make a mirrorless that has some serious computational elements, wifi and a seem-less app/interface for about $1000 all-in lens included and maybe even some internal memory. If not I feel like more and more young creators will just get iPhones. Especially since they’re getting better and better every year. And you can usually finance them very easily these days. It’s a wild time for content creation! Keep it up Tom!
One of my favorite UA-cam creators , SpawnPoiint has over 200k subs and uses only iPhones for his vids and they are gorgeous. I’m sure there are creators with even bigger channels that maximize the video from an iPhone, his is just the one that I know Off the top of my head.
The newer phone cameras (especially the 13) are quite outstanding, and you can't go wrong with having that image quality with you at all times. I'm glad you got what was best for you instead of following a trend that might not have been right!
There are definitely a ton of 1 million+ channels using phones and/or older cameras without being held back at all. I'm a camera geek though, so this stufff is part of the fun for me.
As a former Nikon shooter, who switched TO Canon, it never ceases to amaze me that anyone other than new shooters who have no clue as to how to control light or really control a camera, would switch to Sony. I LOVED the darker broody color of Nikon and I love the vibrance of the Canon. I have had several Sonys (really hoping it would be a great system), and although the Sony autofocus is one of the best, the images are super sharp almsot to a "to digital looking point" to my eye, and the A1 is one of the most customizable cameras on the market, they lack one of the most important things about photography...... color; It is lacking. The R is a starter mirrorless like the M series or the old Nikon J series or the early Sony As.. You should have bought the R5 or even the R6 - both are two of the most amazing cameras I have used. At some point in the future, Sony may be a great system if the find where their color is, but as of now..... no way - and again. I have owned 5 Sony's, rented a couple of others and no thank you. And Nikon even with the Z9 is just too far behind with the tech and that is why I switched to Canon. I did in fact, use a Sony for ONE wedding ...... ONCE. . Good luck and welcome to the world of Sony hype. I wish I was the only one that was of the mind that Sony has no color but I am not. I just happened to find that for myself editing photos and relizing that I was pushing my saturation and vibrance past where it should be to give the photos life. And although I do on occasion upsize 1080 for one or two clips to 4K, it is not the same - it just is not. One other thing about record limit - it has to do with import fees and being sold as a stills camera or video camera. Differnt tax rates.
You've definitely got to go with what works for you! Canon has earned a reputation for great color for a reason. I really considered the R5/R6 (preordered the R5 when it was announced), but they're ultimately just not right for me. I've heard the "overly digital" comment on Sony's image quality before, but for whatever reason, I like it. I guess it all comes down to personal taste/preference 🤷🏻♂️ I used several older Sony models in the past and I really didn't enjoy them nearly as much as the newer generation of cameras.
for studio setups i would go Panasonic box cameras because they have PoE (power over ethernet) basically meaning you have 1 wire going to the camera and you can monitor and configure the cameras from a PC, also they are doing a lot for streaming over IP so you don't need capture cards or video mixers plus they can record in the camera and they are very tiny. but i liked your video just saying this so you can go down a rabbit hole and learn new things if you didn't know. For me for fixed camera setups having easy power, data and monitoring is a thing i value a lot, like you said in the beginning to each their own. I also prefer sony over canon and think for video they are currently really amazing with the readout speeds of their sensors.
I had shot Nikon for decades. The Nikon Z6 was a massive disappointment and when Sony announced the A7Siii and I saw how quickly it became popular, based on that and my extensive experience with Sony Handycams I have converted to Sony. The Z6 was such a lemon; 30-minute time limit, no charging from USB when the camera is on, mini-HDMI, and the list goes on! Goodbye Nikon! Hello my new best friend the Sony line of mirrorless cameras. I LOVE the A7Siii!
The a7SIII really is spectacular. I think both Canon and Nikon have some really cool cameras now, but they were just so slow to not just embrace mirrorless, but to really try and do it well.
Very cool bro. The Sony 7sIII wasn’t available at the time I was ready to upgrade from my canon 6dMII, so I ended up getting a Sony A7C. I’m still in that learning curve and cannot decide yet if I like it (maybe cause I don’t have a conversion file so I manually grade my log footage and it’s hard to get the colors right). So I’m interested in your opinion on that Sony camera… have you used it?
I haven't used the a7C myself, but from what I understand it's basically the a7III in an upgraded body. I know lots of people LOVE the a7III and get incredible results with it, but it's also running the older sensor/specs/menus compared to the newer cameras. Sony never "clicked" with me until the a7SIII, and I think there are a lot of different things combined within that camera that helped to make it something I love using. But I also know lots of people who use the a7SIII as their main camera and the a7C as their B camera and get great results 🤷🏻♂️
@@tombuck interesting 🧐 thanks for taking the time. Do you shoot in raw? If saw, do you get a conversion file directly from Sony? I did but my footage looked awful when I apply it to it
still getting the hang of the Sony a6400 not a full size sensor but I feel like I need a full frame and luv Sony not switching at the moment just thinking of upgrading and only do video got a gimbal and Mavic Pro 2 drone and love film but should I switch to full frame even fits only video that I do???
Full frame is totally a matter of personal reference, but I LOVE it for the image quality, depth of field, wider field of view, and better low light performance.
It's definitely important to try and look as objectively as possible at what suits your needs best. I REALLY wanted to stick with Canon, but Sony has what I needed and I've been super happy since!
I was a Canon guy for a decade. The EOS R is still one of my most favorite cameras ever. But when I wanted to go to 4k shooting, my options were an overheating ES R5 or EOS R6. Got the R6, it was insanely blue and couldnt shoot 4k for more than 20mins. That was it. Sold all 3 Canons and 7 lenses the next day. I was mad and it felt like I was being laughed at by Canon.
We have VERY similar stories except I didn’t actually get the R5 (preordered it then cancelled). I really wanted to stick with them, but I’ve been having a ton of fun with the Sony system.
So you went from one overheating camera brand to another overheating camera brand , great. Thanks I don't just listen to people, as I did my choice by myself and don't even know what overheating is.
![The Real Reasons I Left Canon for Sony [and not Leica]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/QX4UBNoyawc/mqdefault.jpg)
For a more in-depth look at these cameras, I have in-depth reviews for each model: ua-cam.com/play/PLVyN9Er-Mwb7vPX6a3jPG7Q0sI4KciZE8.html
This is by far one of the most informative, honest, and streamlined camera switch videos I’ve seen thus far! I already love so many of your videos. But bravo dude! Well done. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Thank you, I really appreciate that! I think a lot of us can get a bit obsessive over these decisions, so I wanted to try and lay out my thought process as clearly as possible.
@@tombuck You totally nailed it! You have a great channel, thank you for taking the time to share what you know, and produce content like this.
Interesting video. I've tried Sony and stuck with Canon and am quite happy with the R5 (firmware 1.6 eliminated most overheating issues). Perhaps if I was just starting out, I would go Sony, but justifying the time, effort and financial write down to sell an inventory of high quality Canon EF L lenses in order to switch brands is pretty hard to justify in this day and time. The capability of modern cameras by Canon, Sony, Nikon, etc. are all pretty good these days and they tend to leap frog each other as technology marches onward. In my view, of you don't own a lot of lenses or if money, time and effort don't matter to you, then it is fine to change brands constantly. Anyway, nice video of your reasoning.
I'm half way through your vid. I agree with your frustrations regarding Canon, but I've also had frustrations with Sony. I've gone down this rabbit hole myself A TON. When the R5 and A7S III came out... I got both (absurd, I know) which actually turned out to be a useful and interesting investment.
For those that don't know, you can get indefinite record times out of the Canon R5 if you record externally (e.g. Ninja Atomos or OBS). I believe you can record 8K externally. I've used my R5 for 12+ hours live streams in full frame 4K60 and have shot for hours at a time in 4K FINE recording to OBS.
What causes overheating when recording internally is 8K and 4K FINE mode, which downsamples from the entire 8K sensor. People think their only choice is to then use 4K line skip to get around overheating... but this is only the case if you hate crop mode. Crop mode has no line skipping and actually yields a beautiful image. And you get most of that crop loss back with a speed booster. What this means is you can record internally without ANY overheating on the R5 in nearly full frame (visually) if you are comfortable with crop mode.
Regarding Sony... it honestly took me a long time to appreciate my camera. Now I use it regularly. My biggest frustration with it is the inability to fully customize the wheels and dials to my liking so upon startup, it's already set (which oddly enough, the A74 gives you). Everytime I fire up the camera, I have to hit the custom dials button to activate my preferences. I've also seen my A7S III overheat multiple times when recording to both cards in a warm room.
Update... At 18 min now. A74 is a fantastic camera. Haven't noticed the rolling shutter issue yet, the LCD is a nicer looking than the A7S III and I love that you can turn it on and the custom dials are already set without having to push a "custom dials mode" button. I agree with your thought process in deciding to purchase the A74. That being said, I've seen UA-camrs challenge pro photographers about comparison images between the Sony A1 and Sony A7S III and often times, the A7S III won or they couldn't see a difference. And the limitations of Sony touchscreens bug me to no end.
Getting both is definitely the best way to find what's best. I did rent a few different bodies before purchasing, and that helped A TON.
Thanks for adding this perspective, it's incredibly helpful. Not sure if I'm doing something wrong, but I haven't had frustrations with custom buttons and dials so far on any of the models. I spent an inordinate amount of time setting everything up when I got the cameras, but since then they keep the custom settings stored right away, which has been really nice.
@@tombuck the specific arrangement I like is the rear wheel to be aperture, top rear dial to be ISO and the front dial to be shutter speed. I can only seem to activate this specific preference once the a7s III is on and I hit my “custom dials” button which is assigned to the trash icon. On the a7 IV, there is no limitation with how you customize the dials and they even let you customize what has traditionally been the exposure dial. I vainly hope Sony will update the Sony a7s III to give users the same flexibility as the a7 IV. But I doubt it will happen.
So I made the exact switch you did and even did it over a long period of time. Honestly, the biggest thing for me was I started to get frustrated with the Canon autofocus because I was getting used to Sony. I never thought I'd say that, but it seems like Canon's AF hasn't really improved in the last few years. I was literally blown away by Sony's AF. Plus the lowlight and dynamic range were unmatched. I use FX3 + A74 setup and I love it.
For so many years it was burned into my brain that "Canon = Best Autofocus." It was quite the mental leap to realize that Sony had come such a long way since their first mirrorless cameras.
@@tombuck people don’t believe how good Sony is until they try it
Tech is always evolving and it makes total sense. I still have a EOS-R But next year the Sony A4 is looking good. Thanks for sharing your experience.
The R is still a fantastic camera. Mine has a ridiculous number of hours on it and it's never failed me once. 👍
I was wondering why canon always heavily prioritize their photo.
Sony still better choice if u work with videos. Their autofocus is crazy fast.
Also your explanation of a a7/S/R help me alot, thanks!
Thanks for the kind words! I'm happy the explanation was helpful!
Not just fast but accurate
Canon prioritizes photo because they position those cameras as PHOTO cameras with great video features. For VIDEO Canon has a line of fantastic cinema cameras. But Canon R5, r62, even r8, r7 are truly great for video too.
I appreciate you Tom, I am a disabled Veteran / Minister who does Christian voice/Video podcasts and I want to say thanks for all you do for us with your great videos... Love the content and the crazy humor lol.. Keep up the awesome work!!!
It means a lot to hear this! Thank you for the kind words and for all your service 🙏
Nice video! I have this issue of switching right now. I just bought the A7IV, having the R6. I have been really disappointed with the overheating issues and limited recording times of Canon. Let’s see how it goes!
Any update? I'm looking at the R6 mark II potentially although I will probably get the A7IV
@@sebastianFZE I have my A7IV just ready to test! Let's see how it goes! But I am sure I will have fun with it! Without recording limits and no overheating issues!
@@arttiz01 The R6 mark II that has just been announced apparently has less overheating issues... But might just be on paper
If that A7iv had come out before I bought the R5, I would have switched to sony... it just came out a few months too late. I also think that Canon is cumulatively WAY WAY WAY WAAAAy more expensive in every way, bodies and lenses AND computer needs to edit video and photo files (yup, even the photo files are super slow to edit if you don't have a frickin M1). I really think canon might be for rich people LOL
The RF lenses are wildly expensive (although they are outstanding). I used to think Sony was more expensive, and maybe that was true at one point, but right now everything seems to be pretty fairly priced and there are decent options at every budget.
Canon trying to be the Leica for Mirrorless pro system. Look at how they treat new photographers or amateur or beginning photographers. They could care less about having lower priced lenses. Pretty much most of their lenses are 1k to 3k lenses. They spit on the lower end users because they believe photography will become niche just like how Leica is for the niche photographers as people begin getting used to cell phone photography.
Totally understand your decision. I use canon since 15 Years... and i almost switched to sony too. But when canon released the r6 i decided to stay because i love the all in one package combinend with this super low noise sensor. But i can agree from a production perspective Sony might be the better choice because of no overheating, and special models for special needs. For me as a traveler and diver i needed a camera that can do almost everything in one package with good image quality. I dont need to take long shots so overheating is not a problem to me.
YYYYEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSS Im not sorny to hear you switched (ok yes thats a terrible pun) fantastic setup and Love the a7sIII and the A7iv. I now take the a7iv everywhere unless im shooting at night, the a7sIII still owns the night. Great cameras and in just a few hours I am headed into the arctic to film an expedition with mine!
That's what I use the a7IV for too- it's my "go everywhere" camera while the other two are more dedicated to studio space and special projects.
I just finished an upcoming video where you make a small cameo, by the way 😬
I've been waiting a while to pull the trigger on canon but he is bringing up some very valid points and I am going to be doing more video .
You’ve definitely got to sort out what will be best for you. I’m hopeful this video is helpful to anyone in a similar situation as me, but at the same time, everyone’s needs are a bit different 👍
I'm glad you decided to make this video, Tom--as a longtime Canon user, I wish they did a better job of listening to our needs: even for photographers, video is more important than ever to our viability. If they want us to be able to keep affording their cameras, they need to be up to the job.
Most of Canon cameras are made in Japan, which leads to them costing more.
Canon definitely seems to think they know best when it comes to what their customers want. I know Sony regularly holds meetings/retreats with engineers and customers where a lot of direct feedback gets implemented in future updates, and that really impressed me. They're not perfect, but they definitely value video users.
Totally understand the Canon gripes... I have every one of them and then some myself. You hit the nail on the head when you said, "I got tired of purchasing artificial limitations with Canon". That is exactly what that brand has become even with a lot of their cinema and professional lineups.
I will look more into SONY. I did a lot with them back in my film and TV days with the F55 and F65. Never really thought about them for DSLRs. Thanks again Tom!
Glad to know I'm not alone!
My Sony cams have been great- so much so that I've kind of lost interest in even thinking about getting new cameras, which has never happened before 🤯
My biggest gripe after using them for 2.5 years now is that there are virtually no firmware updates for the most part and the product lineup has gotten really messy, with so many different camera models that have EXTREMELY similar features with one or two huge differences. Just takes a bit more research to find what's best, but they work incredibly well.
I had a cropped sensor Canon for years and decided to make the full frame jump with the Sony A7IV. I'm not a professional or anything but I wanted a better camera for travel and family pictures. Canon's lenses are WAY more expensive and once I saw Sony's third party support for lenses, I had to switch. I thought about buying the A1 but like I said, I'm not a professional and decided to get the A7IV with some quality lenses instead (Sony 35mm G Master, Sigma 85mm 1.4, Sigma 24-70 2.8). I mainly shoot pictures but I might get a secondary video camera. Not sure if I should get the A7SIII or the FX3.
Another great video Tom! I am sad to see you switch to Sony but your video was clear and articulate and gave some great points! So many people just constantly switch and it was neat to hear your Insights as to why.
Great video, video! Thanks for your thoughts! Just ordered the R5C to go along with my R5, R6 and C70 and I’m excited to give it a try.
I couldn’t agree more to get the system that makes sense and works best for your workflow.
Oh man that's quite the lineup! I'm excited to know how you like the R5C. Even all of my criticisms of Canon are really splitting hairs at a certain point. I tried to emphasize that all cameras are pretty great these days, so it's all about personal preference/workflow.
@@tombuck very well said! I think that was very clear in your video. Excited to learn more about the Sony side of things for you. Always up to know more and try new cameras.
I love the conclusion of you can't buy a bad camera nowadays. Can you believe how much that statement didn't ring true before 2014? I imagine back then that hesitancy was simply due to the lack of options and legacy, but now skepticism and paradox of choice is what makes all of us consumers mad with GAS. In todays time, new camera releases are equal parts enthralling and enraging. The OM-1 got announced a couple of days ago, which lead me to spend an hour making up quotes to figure out how much it'll cost me to make a system switch, then I spent the following hour telling myself to go and take a hike. At the end of the day, all I care about is shooting and having a good time, and I can still have that with what I have, surprisingly.
Sometimes, I think, "What are todays version of the T2i and T3i? What about the 60D or 7D?" Which is interesting not only in terms of having a standard set by old cameras to fall back on, but how it was Canon that set that standard for me. It's a shame that the RF system took a while to gain its footing, especially since its still receiving some backlash with its newer releases. I'm hopeful for them though, the release of the affordable 16mm and 100-400mm is a compelling factor that keeps me with a watchful eye. In general, I'm particularly interested in the future of the camera market, and specifically how characteristics of "affordability" and "mid-range" seems to be visibly evolving. This was a great video to stir up some conversation.
Oh man, I remember when you came in one day and asked if I had heard about the "new Panasonic GH4". It was a game changer!
I also remember how much awesome work you did with a T3i (which is also why I got my 60D...because you made the flippy screen look so useful).
Canon was on top for so long with some really great cameras, but I think they got comfortable while other systems got aggressive. I also just like obsessing over cameras, so that's why I try and be super clear about splitting hairs and saying that all cameras are awesome now 😁
Awesome video! Thanks for boiling it down to the nitty-gritty, especially the video functionality versus photo functionality. That really cleared things up for me. I’ve been a long time Canon R user who does both photo and video and was thinking about the Sony‘s but just couldn’t make up my mind. Still don’t know what I’m going to do but you provided awesome insight and information. Thanks for boiling it down!
The R is a very solid camera! And I still thing that for photo-first users, Canon has a lot of great things to offer (of course they're great for video too, but I appreciate that Sony seems to prioritize video in select models).
I have also been on the fence about changing to Sony and the FX3 or a7S III are both great options for me and I love what they have to offer. As an EOS R user i am absolutely in love with the camera but I also feel it is limited in some areas. I am still very happy with my R and probably won't change for a while
That's exactly how I felt. The R is a very solid camera. I think the important thing is, whenever it's time to upgrade, to looks at everything from every manufacturer and see what really suits your needs best.
I still shoot Canon because I have so much glass.......but I appreciate so many people moving to Sony to punish Canon for doing stuff like limiting record times on the R5.....it already overheats.....why limit to 30 minutes in the few modes you can enjoy no overheating in.......
Canon lenses really are outstanding. As goofy as it sounds, I do like their physical design/appearance more than most Sony lenses
This is a very good video with to the point information, two thumbs up!! "What adapter for the Sony body are you using for the canon lens"?? I'm a long time canon user and have invested a lot with canon. I'm waiting for the canon R5 MKII hoping it comes with 60 plus mega pixels along with newer features. However, Sony has a 61MP for some time now with articulating screen with touch swipe. If canon disappoints I will be switching to Sony.
The Sigma MC11 is the one I have. It gives sigma EF lenses full autofocus in every mode, but Canon lenses will only have autofocus in photo mode, not video.
A beautiful and informative video as always!! Thanks for sharing your thoughts on both systems
Thanks so much for the kind support Andrew!
Loved this video. I have a Canon 7D and 6D ii. I’m a podcaster that makes occasion videos for my UA-cam channel. It really doesn’t make sense for someone like me to switch…BUT, this video puts into words what I have been thinking: if I were to need to replace all my gear, I would probably go with Sony.
The 6DII is still a great camera and delivers some really excellent results. Heck, so does the 7D! That was a dream camera of mine back when it came out and I had no way of ever affording something so great 🤤
I too switched from years of Canon to Sony, but for still photo purposes primarily. My reasons where the Canon lenses vs. Sony lenses. Canon lenses are fine if you spend the money for L glass but as a hobbyist photographer buying Lots of L glass was out of the question. Sony, on the other hand, makes some fabulous mid priced, and even lower priced, lenses that surpass the Canon mid priced lenses. And then there is the size. Canon stuff just seems overly huge compared to Sony. A Canon camera and two or three L lenses required the purchase of a Tenba backpack whereas I can fit the same Sony equivalent in a Peak Design mid-sized everyday sling bag.
Great video. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing. I am in the same situation that looking for a different brand of camera. I am a Canon user with EOS R and lens plus Fuji XT-4. Speaking about auto focus sorry Fuji really have to go home to rest and the EOS R does have a reliable autofocus for me. Now I am the state of look for a FX3 or something similar. Still haven't decided yet
I haven't used Fuji myself, but I know they've got a pretty dedicated user base and seem like great cameras! I was absolutely blown away by the R's autofocus when I first got it, but the Sonys are on a totally different level (and to be fair, I think the Canon R5/R6/R3 are equally as good).
@@tombuck Now you making me toward to Sony an extra step lol.
How did you charge the Canon EOS R when using it for video?
I mostly ran it off of battery, since it would last at least 4 hours on a single charge, but I do have Canon's A/C power/dummy battery setup too.
It’s crazy because Sony is growing on my wife and I! I’ve been using the Canon M50 w/ Sigma 16mm and now I mainly use the Sony ZV1!
My wife loves the ZV1 better! That’s crazy!
When I taught high school, it was always interesting to give my students Canon and Sony cameras. They had no preconceived notions and didn't care about brands at all, so it was fun to see who would gravitate towards Sony and how liked Canon. Some things just suit certain people better than others 🤷🏻♂️
I switched from Nikon to Sony 2 years ago now ! I haven't looked back 👍😍
Glad you're enjoying your cameras!
Do the newer Sony's allow you to scrub through when playing back video on the screen? My Sony A7C drives me nuts. I love the fact that on the EOS R I can scrub through playback instead of having to watch the entire clip down.
Ugh...no. That's definitely something that Canon does very well. We're all used to smartphones and they've brought a lot of the same functionality to their cameras, which makes a ton of sense.
@@tombuck that's a bummer! I was hoping they would have fixed it with the new cameras...It's the worse when trying to playback a 120 fps clip.. especially on the field with clients!!!
SIRUI {pronounced SUE-RAY}
I know it seems weird but that’s the official word from their site. The issue is we read romanized characters phonetically based on English. Mandarin romanization is challenging because of their tonal expression and glottal stops. Either way it’s SIRUI {pronounced SUE-RAY}
I went back and forth haha, but this was how I heard it in one of they're official videos so I went with it🤷🏻♂️
@@tombuck hahahaha I feel you. Part of being fluent in Japanese you learn the Chinese pronunciation of many of the characters. It is also hella frustrating when people who have the job are lazy on language. I lose it every time I hear a (R) say Real La Tour. It’s Real Tour 😂🤣 only one a in Realtor.
Anyway here you go. I’ve also seen it on there site and press releases.
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Super helpful video, Tom. One thing I don't understand is: why is micro-HDMI "terrible"?
I went in depth on another comment here, but to summarize: it's very delicate. The small size is great on a compact camera like a GoPro, but on a bigger camera that's geared towards video production, it quickly becomes a liability and once it breaks there's no way around it other than sending it in for a potentially expensive repair.
@@tombuck Oh man. Thanks, and sorry for missing your other reply. My setup is very a6*00 based, which is all micro-HDMI. I'll try to be careful.
It’s 2022. You can’t do 1080 without at least upscaling to help with compression on UA-cam
I have a Sony A7iii and a Canon m50. I really like them both. I find myself becoming more productive on the A7iii lately. But there is something about the m50 that makes me keep coming back to it. Could be a flip out screen. lol
The flippy screen definitely makes a difference! Canon cameras also do definitely feel great in the hand, and the M50 is delightfully compact.
A7C
A7SIII is my dream camera, can’t wait to get one! Love the content, keep it going!
Thanks! It's a really great camera, and definitely worth the wait!
Can proudly say I’m not on a “team” I’m a free agent😊 I’ve got a Fuji, canon, BMPCC, and a RED. They all serve their own purpose. Who knows maybe I’ll add a hasselblad or a Leica to the mix just for shits n giggles
Ultimately none of these billion dollar corporations care about us, so you definitely gotta do what's best for you and having an Avengers-style lineup definitely has benefits!
@@tombuck hahahaha avengers style lineup
The thing that turns me off Sony is the small lens mount circumference to sensor size ratio so that faster lenses tend to cost a bomb.
I guess it depends on the lens, but the fast primes that I’ve been interested have been less expensive than the Canon alternatives (but I really like Canon lenses).
I remember when sony uypdated the original A9 with the new tracking AF (hence i still keep 2) which the newer a73 that time didnt have. I believe sony does update them when they can
I sure hope so! It seems like they tend to do one big update each year, so I’ve got my fingers crossed 🤞
The battery life thing is felt resolved in my A7r3 and A6600 but on the A7s3 I'm finding the battery life to be a bit worse than those
Interesting. My only real experience was with the a7SII and a few others from around that time and battery life was definitely not great.
Canon mirrorless has disallowed 3rd party lenses. That reason alone is enuff for any Canon user to switch. Since adapter is need to use EF lenses with canon mirrorless anyway, might as well just switch to something like sony camera that can be used with almost all kinds of 3rd party lenses.
Good honest and accurate review. I added a Sony to my Canon/Lumix eco systems. Thankfully speedbooster adapters make this a lot more possible than it used to be without buying all new lenses.
It focused on the wall behind because you have a super entertaining wall actually lol even got the auto focuses attention lol I already know my next upgrade is a Sony vs the Canon that I have now because I did find it offers more which was a changer for me but i'm lucky with my content I don't have to get a new camera now.
"This guy is boring, check out hose pretty pictures!" 😁
Not sure what you mean about the micro HDMI being "terrible". Hook it up to a Ninja V and you get insanely good video. Sure, it's not the best, which it should be for the price, but it works great. Do you experience poor video quality from it on some specific camera, because on my R5 it supplies no-limit recording in very good quality.
The video quality is no different than any other HDMI, it's more about the reliability of it, especially on gear that's aimed towards video production. It sounds like you've taken super good care of everything, but I've seen a lot of wear and tear put on ports when cameras are used with different people and/or crews, and Micro HDMI is typically one of the first to go.
@@tombuck ah, yeah… you need to use the screw-in mount support; they’re pretty flimsy, and you have to take care when taking them in and out. Micro isn’t my favorite but getting the R5 was far more worth getting with micro than not getting because of it.
Interesting video but when my Canon cameras stops making me money I’ll think about switching to another camera model but all the time they making me money and my work is published I’m sticking with Canon as it’s not broken!
If it ain't broke, don't fix it 👍
The thing with battery life is that you can shoot 8 bit 420 4k video forever on the A7 iii and A7R iii. But now all the latest Sony cameras shoot 10 bit 422 which consumes more power + oversampling for the A7IV. I've noticed my battery is the worst for A7IV, a little bit better on A7Siii and much longer on older A7iii & A7Riii. I'm pretty sure Canon cameras that shoot 10bit 422 burns through battery similarly as well
I see Kasey hiding around the corner with the Canon Cripple Hammer...😉
As long as it gives me more Toneh 👍
Super cool video interesting. I loved to have 2 A7 siii and one a7 4 for some photos. I love to change my settings Iso, f shouter with wheels! I don't like touching the screen and then change it. The screens on the Sonys are so bad I have the a7 III and the screen is garbage.
I'm so surprised at how funky the screens are considering how great everything else is.
You have to do a review of the Panasonic Gh6 !!
Does the Sony a7IV have a recording limit or unlimited recording like the a7sIII?
Unlimited!
Came to hear you out but liked the puns more 😀
Thanks!! Your videos are very helpful appreciate you!
You are so welcome!
Great video Tom
Thanks 👍
That’s it Tom!!! sold me for the Sony A7Slll
The tough part now is finding one that’s in stock 🤦🏻♂️
I think im gonna go the canon eos r + bmpcc 6k pro route with ef glass over the sony a7 iv. Valuewise i would be better off or not?
It depends on your needs. The 6K Pro is an awesome camera if you don't mind the crop sensor or lack of autofocus (I was very close to getting one before ending up with the Sony).
I definitely recommend renting different cameras before buying if you want to try them out in your workflow. There are a bunch of different sites online and prices are pretty reasonable.
@@tombuck great idea
Thanks! Great input!
Glad it was helpful!
Every camera one or the problem s is there what to do keep it or sell it or don't see reviews
Canon no need to switch for me R5 Amazing !!!
Definitely a super neat camera, and especially for stills, the R5 is practically flawless.
Hi, what adapter do u use for the ef lenses with the sony bodies and is it great with autofocus in video?
Hi Michael! I use the Sigma MC-11 (I have a whole video about it here: ua-cam.com/video/NJMQ68E4rKo/v-deo.html). It works well overall, especially with Sigma lenses.
@@tombuck thanks yeah i know about it, the only reason i want to adapt my ef lenses if i switch to sony is to keep the convenience of using the drop in VND adapter, so much better than having 1 vnd for each lens, because no time on set to unscrew those...
Also i think the Meike adapter won't have problems with canon lenses unlike the sigma.
U should ask them to send it to u for a review👌🏼👌🏼
Thanks A LOT, Tom. Now I want to make the switch too.
I’m loving it. There are a ton of great options out there!
@@tombuck honestly I've thinking about doing this for about a year. This may have pushed me over the edge. You make some solid points.
Ok but my question is, how do you deal with the heating up of Sony cameras? I thought canon was better since it won’t heat up especially when filming weddings.
It’s really not an issue in the newer models. The a7S3 has never overheated in me and the FX3 has a built in fan. Some people have reported heat issues with the a7IV, but those can be solved by opening the screen (I haven’t had any issues yet).
Ironically it’s the Canon R5 and R6 that are somewhat notorious for overheating. They’ve gotten better with some firmware updates, but it’s still an issue and definitely something that kept me from buying them for myself.
Early Sony mirrorless cameras had a ton of issues, but I think they spent a good 7-8 years ironing them out so now they’re pretty solid and reliable. Canon was late to the mirrorless market and it seems like they’re now experiencing the growing pains that Sony (and others) went through.
I love that most sony cameras can be charged via usb cord with a battery bank. I am not saying canon can't but it does well on sony
Oh yeah, that's an awesome perk!
@@tombuck Yess!! I was almost able to record 2 hours of 4k straight with the battery and battery bank with sony zve10. I probably could do more but I got bored. The m50 my friend had couldn't charge via usb cord. Very awesome perk if you ask me xD
Hi, How is the video autofocus with adapted lens (I have the Canon 85mm 1.4 IS) on the Sony A7iv? Thanks!
Using the Sigma adapter, there's only autofocus with Sigma lenses in video. Canon lenses can have autofocus for photos, but need manual for video
Wow, I love this video. Super thoughtful insight and I'm in the EXACT same boat hahaha thanks for sharing! Also, the puns in this were so great
I decided to say goodbye to Canon when they released the 5DIV and officially said goodbye in 2017. Glad I did that. Moving forward to the time they released the R5, I would be fuming mad knowing the video recording is crippled due to how they implemented their software. Really dislike their decisions. Canon Professional Services (CPS) is top notch though. Need to give credit where credit is due.
It’s not so much about crippling but more about preventing the camera from melting. 8K is incredibly demanding. Even the A1 which can finally do 8K is limited to 30 minutes, 45 minutes if you want to come close to melting it. And now Canon has released the R5c with a fan for unlimited 8K recording time.
I was thinking about switching to Sony my self.
It's definitely worth exploring all the different options to find what works best for your needs. There's a lot of great stuff out there, and Sony is the system that gave me everything I was looking for 👍
Because it's Betta ! Ha !
Just kidding ! 😅 I have an Fx3 and an Fx6 and they're awesome !
Oooh, the FX6 seems like a really incredible camera.
우리에게 큰 도움이 됩니다. 감사합니다^^!!
천만에요! 그 소식을 들으니 기쁩니다!
Do you or do you know anyone who donates their older camera equipment to those who really want to start creating who are less fortunate?
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You're definitely itching for a new camera 😁
@@tombuck 😭🙏🏽 but I don't know what I want I shoot canon and I still enjoy life 💯☺️
I got an eos R to upgrade from my Fuji XH1 and was HORRIFIED with its video. It’s terrible… I don’t understand why people think it’s good😂 The R photo is insane, absolutely love the photo but the video is just trash. I still just film on the Fuji because the dynamic range, noise, colour sharpness, everything just looks way better.
I think it's a great 1080 camera and mine served me very well, but it just couldn't keep up with a 4K workflow in the way I wanted. Plus 8 bit vs 10 bit color really does make a difference!
Left Sony went back to Canon canon colors are legendary for me color science RF glasses are sharper then g masters are gorgeous and canon cameras are built like tanks and lcd screen are amazing canon is king for #portraits
I tried but could not get past the horrible ergonomics. Sony Has the most uncomfortable cameras ever. They need to hire a Canon or Nikon Engineer. I ended up selling the Sony and staying with Nikon. To me the the Z lenses are amazing and the colors produced by Nikon are, in my opinion, the best. I also enjoy holding the camera as well. The good news is there are great Cameras from multiple sources and having options is a high class problem to have. I tell people to take whatever you have and enjoy, they all do a great job in the end. It’s about enjoying photography and not as much about the gear.
Absolutely! It’s all about what works for the individual. Although I will say that I personally like the ergonomics on the newer Sonys quite a lot. I really didn’t like some of the older models, but these are fun to use 👍
I agree with things you said.. I love the idea of staying with canon and having their RF Lens ( the RF L lenses are great and better lens than GM IMO) but eventually I went the SONY route because of its video capabilities.. and although sony is far from perfect but the FX3 giving me decent image and colors.. My only gripe would be it 12MP sensor which very limiting for photos that’s why I’m opted with FX3 instead of A7S iii.. looking forward to get a7 iv as my photo camera..
Great video Tom!
The 12mp is a tricky one. It's part of what makes those cameras so great for video, but definitely leaves you feeling limited for photo. A big reason I got the a7IV too was so that I'd have a solid hybrid option and it works really well for that. It's been super fun!
Canon is the Sony way to go! 100% agree evolve to what suits your needs. Getting the fx3 really added things my other cameras didn't have. Really enjoying the experience this time around. 5 years makes a huge difference. Thanks for sharing your thoughts Tom!
A LOT changed in 5 years. I remember using older Sony models and I really wasn't impressed, so I kind of put them out of mind for a long time.
Tom if you had just gotten the Canon C70 you would have avoided having to buy 3 Sony cameras and you would had Super35 Dual Gain Output (DGO) Sensor
DCI 4K 60p, Hi-Speed UHD 4K 120p/2K 180p, Canon Log 2, 3, PQ & HLG HDR Recording, RF Lens Mount / EF Mount with Adapter, DIG!C DV7 Image Processor, 16+ Stops of Total Dynamic Range
Built-In ND Filters / Auto ISO & Gain, Dual Pixel CMOS AF & EOS iTR AF X, 1 BNC Timecode / 2 Mini-XLR Audio Inputs, Dual SD Card Slots, LUT/Long GOP Support. And my favorite huge batteries.
There are a lot of cool things about the C70, but it's definitely not the camera for me. I've seen people who absolutely love theirs though!
His not a professional videographer,. He knows nothing about it,. 😂
His just a UA-camr putting title in UA-cam just to catch viewers,.
Hahaha 😂
The great thing about this video was the focus on the recording limit. When I first started doing videos with a DSLR instead of a dedicated camcorder I was using a friends Canon. I didn't know about the record limit.... until is shut off during a part of a video podcast recording. It became very frustrating because I also became over aware of the time instead of the content. Then I got ahold of a test version of the FX3 and fell in love! Don't regret purchasing one at all! (My picture is me with the FX3 - I call her FoX-E)
I like that nickname haha! The recording limit is definitely a bigger deal than I realized. I was so used to it that I just accepted it as a limitation, but once I was able to use a camera without it, I realized it was definitely a hinderance.
I hear “micro hdmi is terrible” a lot in these types of videos. Outside of the smaller plug size, is there actually a quality difference in output between full and micro hdmi?
No quality difference, but a pretty massive reliability difference. Micro HDMI has a tendency to fail much more quickly and easily, which isn’t great on video-centric cameras where cables are being connected and disconnected pretty often.
@@tombuck thanks for the clarification!
@@MatthewEncina it's more delicate to a point that it'll just fail from normal use as the pins inside are so tiny that they can move out of alignment even if you're careful.
Almost went Sony but once the C70 came out and got to see how crisp RF L glass is, I had to go Canon. Quite an incredible powerhouse of a cinema camera. No overheating nothing but it is a cinema camera, with very limited photo capabilities. But I don’t need photo and I’ve had almost no gripes with the C70. Now that it can shoot RAW, it’s the best bang for your buck imo.
The C70 seems to have built up quite a dedicated fanbase! I love the form factor of it. 👍
@@tombuck Honestly you can't lose if you go C70 or go A7Siii/FX3. Just insane where small form factor cameras are right now.
Awesome video. I had the same experience moving from Canon to the A7IV. I switched because of what is referred to as the canon cripple hammer. They purposely nerve and remove functionality. I hate that. That’s really why I switched.
Excellent video! I have just switch to Sony a7siii and a7iv for the same reasons as you! Question: Which lens adaptor are you currently using for your canon lenses on your sonys cameras? I would like to keep using also all my canon lenses. Thanks a ton! and I wish you a great week
Thank you! I'm using the Sigma MC-11 and it works great. Sigma lenses have full autofocus in both photo and video modes, but Canon lenses only have autofocus in photo modes (not video).
@@tombuck thanks for the useful info. Sigma adapter it is then. Cheers
I been a canon fan for loooong looong time but since I tried a Sony camera, I switched to Sony cameras so far I have 2 Sonys and I love them
When it clicks it clicks. I really didn't like the Sonys that I used in the past, but the newer ones are different 🤷🏻♂️
Thank you for this 🙏🏾
It always feels like my canon cameras came with an asterisk. I still have my eos r too (and a couple lenses 😬). I enjoyed shooting canon more but had soo much more freedom & create options on Sony.
You're right about the *
I just didn't realize there were other great options out there because Canon really was on top for a long time in the earlier 2010's.
I wanted to go SONY BEFORE buying my R5 and wish I could... but I can't. With my primary job my business partners already had R5s and wanted all of us to have the same cameras so that we could match settings ect easier. With how much I've invested in Canon I just can't justify also doing it with Sony simultaneously. Maybe one day I can finally get into SONY once my own channel grows enough to justify it.
Totally makes sense, and the R5 is a terrific camera. But it’s so interesting to see how far these other systems have come over the years.
@@tombuck I’ve tried to convince them more times than I can count to swap us all over. From the photography side of things I can be scrolling through Instagram or Facebook and without ever reading the text below a photo know that it’s from a Sony camera, they have a look and Crispness to them that I don’t see from the other cameras that stand out. It’s like hearing Vin Diesel‘s voice without seeing anything you know who the heck it is no matter what he’s doing even if it’s a 3 word sentence over and over lol
@@RexxReviews that’s mostly due to folks on Facebook over sharpening their photos. The R5 has great true resolution which is what you should be comparing it with Sony. DPreview has a great way to do side by side comparison.
Another great one Tom!
I had about $1,300 to spend on a new camera at the end of 2021, and literally after months and months of research, I bought an iPhone 13 Pro Max as my main camera and couldn’t be happier. I know it’s the absolute least camera geek choice, but for me who films in multiple situations from a controlled studio, to outdoor car spotting, and also skateboarding, the iPhone just checked so many boxes in terms of quality, easy of use, and compatibility with my Mac and FCPX. and since I have an iPhone 12 already as a phone, boom, I suddenly have 2 cameras that are usable if needed.
Hopefully some of the major brands can make a mirrorless that has some serious computational elements, wifi and a seem-less app/interface for about $1000 all-in lens included and maybe even some internal memory. If not I feel like more and more young creators will just get iPhones. Especially since they’re getting better and better every year. And you can usually finance them very easily these days. It’s a wild time for content creation!
Keep it up Tom!
well said!!!!!
One of my favorite UA-cam creators , SpawnPoiint has over 200k subs and uses only iPhones for his vids and they are gorgeous. I’m sure there are creators with even bigger channels that maximize the video from an iPhone, his is just the one that I know Off the top of my head.
The newer phone cameras (especially the 13) are quite outstanding, and you can't go wrong with having that image quality with you at all times. I'm glad you got what was best for you instead of following a trend that might not have been right!
There are definitely a ton of 1 million+ channels using phones and/or older cameras without being held back at all. I'm a camera geek though, so this stufff is part of the fun for me.
Welcome, tis good to have you :)
Great to be hear!
(Your videos helped me a TON when doing research 🙏)
I just bought the Canon R6, now crying. 😭
The R6 is a great camera, don’t let my nitpicks make you think otherwise. 👍
As a former Nikon shooter, who switched TO Canon, it never ceases to amaze me that anyone other than new shooters who have no clue as to how to control light or really control a camera, would switch to Sony. I LOVED the darker broody color of Nikon and I love the vibrance of the Canon. I have had several Sonys (really hoping it would be a great system), and although the Sony autofocus is one of the best, the images are super sharp almsot to a "to digital looking point" to my eye, and the A1 is one of the most customizable cameras on the market, they lack one of the most important things about photography...... color; It is lacking. The R is a starter mirrorless like the M series or the old Nikon J series or the early Sony As.. You should have bought the R5 or even the R6 - both are two of the most amazing cameras I have used. At some point in the future, Sony may be a great system if the find where their color is, but as of now..... no way - and again. I have owned 5 Sony's, rented a couple of others and no thank you. And Nikon even with the Z9 is just too far behind with the tech and that is why I switched to Canon. I did in fact, use a Sony for ONE wedding ...... ONCE. . Good luck and welcome to the world of Sony hype. I wish I was the only one that was of the mind that Sony has no color but I am not. I just happened to find that for myself editing photos and relizing that I was pushing my saturation and vibrance past where it should be to give the photos life. And although I do on occasion upsize 1080 for one or two clips to 4K, it is not the same - it just is not. One other thing about record limit - it has to do with import fees and being sold as a stills camera or video camera. Differnt tax rates.
You've definitely got to go with what works for you! Canon has earned a reputation for great color for a reason. I really considered the R5/R6 (preordered the R5 when it was announced), but they're ultimately just not right for me. I've heard the "overly digital" comment on Sony's image quality before, but for whatever reason, I like it. I guess it all comes down to personal taste/preference 🤷🏻♂️
I used several older Sony models in the past and I really didn't enjoy them nearly as much as the newer generation of cameras.
@@tombuck Thank you Tom for the reply!! Absolutely - go with what works for you. Sony does make some great cameras for sure. 🤗
for studio setups i would go Panasonic box cameras because they have PoE (power over ethernet) basically meaning you have 1 wire going to the camera and you can monitor and configure the cameras from a PC, also they are doing a lot for streaming over IP so you don't need capture cards or video mixers plus they can record in the camera and they are very tiny. but i liked your video just saying this so you can go down a rabbit hole and learn new things if you didn't know. For me for fixed camera setups having easy power, data and monitoring is a thing i value a lot, like you said in the beginning to each their own. I also prefer sony over canon and think for video they are currently really amazing with the readout speeds of their sensors.
That's really awesome, I haven't heard of PoE before. 👍
I had shot Nikon for decades. The Nikon Z6 was a massive disappointment and when Sony announced the A7Siii and I saw how quickly it became popular, based on that and my extensive experience with Sony Handycams I have converted to Sony. The Z6 was such a lemon; 30-minute time limit, no charging from USB when the camera is on, mini-HDMI, and the list goes on! Goodbye Nikon! Hello my new best friend the Sony line of mirrorless cameras. I LOVE the A7Siii!
The a7SIII really is spectacular. I think both Canon and Nikon have some really cool cameras now, but they were just so slow to not just embrace mirrorless, but to really try and do it well.
I came for the tech, I stayed for the puns...🤣
Very cool bro. The Sony 7sIII wasn’t available at the time I was ready to upgrade from my canon 6dMII, so I ended up getting a Sony A7C. I’m still in that learning curve and cannot decide yet if I like it (maybe cause I don’t have a conversion file so I manually grade my log footage and it’s hard to get the colors right). So I’m interested in your opinion on that Sony camera… have you used it?
I haven't used the a7C myself, but from what I understand it's basically the a7III in an upgraded body. I know lots of people LOVE the a7III and get incredible results with it, but it's also running the older sensor/specs/menus compared to the newer cameras. Sony never "clicked" with me until the a7SIII, and I think there are a lot of different things combined within that camera that helped to make it something I love using.
But I also know lots of people who use the a7SIII as their main camera and the a7C as their B camera and get great results 🤷🏻♂️
@@tombuck interesting 🧐 thanks for taking the time. Do you shoot in raw? If saw, do you get a conversion file directly from Sony? I did but my footage looked awful when I apply it to it
still getting the hang of the Sony a6400 not a full size sensor but I feel like I need a full frame and luv Sony not switching at the moment just thinking of upgrading and only do video got a gimbal and Mavic Pro 2 drone and love film but should I switch to full frame even fits only video that I do???
Full frame is totally a matter of personal reference, but I LOVE it for the image quality, depth of field, wider field of view, and better low light performance.
Even your watch and ring are awesome. You just look good in blue.
Hey thanks! It’s a color that definitely brings joy 👍
This was very helpful…I’ve been on the edge of switching from Canon for years to Sony. But the benefits are great for switching to Sony 🥴
It's definitely important to try and look as objectively as possible at what suits your needs best. I REALLY wanted to stick with Canon, but Sony has what I needed and I've been super happy since!
You do have a bunch of shooting angles in you video for sure :D
People messing around in the subtitles again😄
Sorry to hear you have gone to the dark side. May the canonforce be with the rest of us.
Godspeed 🖖
Will you do videos on the Sony ZV-E10 now as a budget option to compete with the Canon M50 Mark II
I just upgraded from the Canon M50 to the Sony A7iii , super excited to fetch it tomorrow 😍
It's been a few days, so you must have your camera now. Hope you're enjoying it!
@@tombuck did my first shoot today in Cape Town and oh my goodness I am over the moon! Like wow wow wow 😍
I was a Canon guy for a decade. The EOS R is still one of my most favorite cameras ever. But when I wanted to go to 4k shooting, my options were an overheating ES R5 or EOS R6. Got the R6, it was insanely blue and couldnt shoot 4k for more than 20mins. That was it. Sold all 3 Canons and 7 lenses the next day. I was mad and it felt like I was being laughed at by Canon.
We have VERY similar stories except I didn’t actually get the R5 (preordered it then cancelled). I really wanted to stick with them, but I’ve been having a ton of fun with the Sony system.
Same story, only kept my R and 3 lenses.
I’m in the same situation. Do you have any advice on selling your glass and cameras? Did you trade in or sell online?
@@MarcusCreates sold mine on ebay. Was super easy
So you went from one overheating camera brand to another overheating camera brand , great. Thanks I don't just listen to people, as I did my choice by myself and don't even know what overheating is.