Canon RP in 2023: I Still Recommend It!

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  • Опубліковано 1 гру 2024

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  • @jnd2415
    @jnd2415 Рік тому +9

    People that talk down on camera gear on UA-cam are your typical UA-camrs getting kickbacks. Appreciate the honest video. This camera is awesome and will work for many years beyond 2023.

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому +1

      Appreciate it! Thanks!

    • @tomd4748
      @tomd4748 3 місяці тому

      Yes there’s a lot of that going on, tasked with pushing newer products that don’t do more for the novice than the older stuff.

  • @ryanharris3072
    @ryanharris3072 3 місяці тому +1

    I've had my RP for a few years now and it's been amazing. I was totally new to photography when I bought it and learned to shoot with it. I didn't know that it's not weather sealed until recently but I've abused it pretty heavily shooting in rain and snow. It's also been dropped in mud, gravel, puddles, etc, with no issues. I just have three red pixels which are easy to edit out and a scratch on the grip. The touchscreen and tap to shoot feature is my favorite. I can position my camera without having to worry about image blur from pressing the shutter button. I still haven't learned all of the features and settings. I'm sure I have many more years with this thing before I upgrade.

    • @Leon-dt8uo
      @Leon-dt8uo 2 місяці тому

      Hiya,
      That's really useful to hear, thanks for sharing this.
      What's your experience with the speed of the servo/continuous/tracking AF been like for quick moving subjects, is it fast enough to keep up?
      Not extreme pro wildlife but everyday stuff like kids, pets, people running/cycling etc.
      Many thanks

  • @danawestfall371
    @danawestfall371 Рік тому +2

    As a teacher and a dslr user, I went with the RP because of cost. Not using for video. Only used a couple of times. Can’t wait to use it more.

  • @jaytcapinpin
    @jaytcapinpin Рік тому +33

    I picked up a refurbished RP from Canon for $599. Paid for itself after two photo sessions! Such a great camera!

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому +5

      That’s an incredible deal!

    • @jorrr9537
      @jorrr9537 Рік тому +3

      i’m planning to get it too 😂

    • @jaytcapinpin
      @jaytcapinpin Рік тому +1

      @@jorrr9537 Go for it! 😊

    • @darienca
      @darienca Рік тому +1

      Just did the same! Haha

    • @auxmike718
      @auxmike718 Рік тому +1

      I did too!
      It’s a no brainer.

  • @MisterFastbucks
    @MisterFastbucks Рік тому +1

    Just got mine, used but in great condition. Happy so far.

  • @smartmouthriveria
    @smartmouthriveria Рік тому +3

    I carry this camera everyday !! I love it

  • @RamonLinares
    @RamonLinares Рік тому +8

    It was my first full frame mirrorless camera. There are many better options nowadays but for some reason I still love it. The grip is perfect for me and it is so light... Video is pretty much useless but for photography is good enough.
    I also use it as a webcam with a elgato camlink and the 35mm f1.8. Flawless for three years, 8 hours a day non stop.

    • @Granturion
      @Granturion Рік тому

      Interesting comment. What would be a better option nowadays?

    • @maxmeier532
      @maxmeier532 Рік тому +4

      @@Granturion at that price point if you want mirrorless full frame there is no better option. You just have to find what's your need. You want FF 4K, yeah dont get this. You want dual card slot, dont get this. You want fast autofocus and fast shooting for wild life or sports, dont get this (if you cant live with losing shots). If you shoot portraits or landscape it's another story. I dont know of any other FF camera you can get with a good kitlens for this price.

  • @garrywatters1140
    @garrywatters1140 3 місяці тому

    I have just bought an RP as a backup for my R5. It covers most of the bases for my style of photography.

  • @sebascantelmi7636
    @sebascantelmi7636 Рік тому +9

    It's an excellent camera which can be used for not so experienced photographers as well as professional ones. You only have to know it's limitations, and understand what it gives you for the price. Of course there are better ones, but they will also be more expensive. I think in 2023, you can consider getting an used one for about $600 to $700. Also, I have it with the ef to rf adapter, and all my lenses are ef ones. They work flawlessly and have no issues with af or image quality.

  • @thedarkslide
    @thedarkslide 10 місяців тому

    The RP is such a dark horse, under-appreciated camera for photography. Video - not so much. But the size/weight alone make this such a great camera.

  • @aidenmcgeehan428
    @aidenmcgeehan428 Рік тому +3

    Just swapped out my canon R6 Mk1 for a canon R8 and don't miss it one bit... Just miss the rotating dial for ISO. But the size for the R8 or the RP is just killer.

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому +2

      Yeah the R8 and RP‘s small size is fantastic

    • @jaytcapinpin
      @jaytcapinpin Рік тому

      What made you decide to move to the R8 from the R6? Just the size?

  • @usuallyroamingrob3427
    @usuallyroamingrob3427 Рік тому +3

    RP is a good camera especially for still photography. I've never been able to get used to the small form factor. but from travel its great. the price also makes me less stressed out when carrying it around sketchy places. currently backpacking around east africa with my RP and a 24-105 f/4 and a 35mm 1.8. I think eventually I will upgrade to the R6 though. Although I'll probably still hold onto the RP as a second body.

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому

      Yeah I’ve heard many people have issues with the smaller form factor bc of reasons like hand size, grip size etc. But it’s up side is the lightweight and portability. Hope you get some sick shots backpacking

    • @goofy58844
      @goofy58844 Рік тому

      Do you think is worth upgrading to R8 ?

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому

      @@goofy58844 if your budget allows it and if you really need the newer features such as 40 fps (or improvements from 4fps to 12 fps), 4K clog3 recording, then it could be a good upgrade. I don't have the R8 so I can't say for sure, but if you have the RP and nothing is bothering you, then it may be worth it to save the money and invest in some lenses instead.

    • @usuallyroamingrob3427
      @usuallyroamingrob3427 Рік тому

      @@goofy58844 I was thinking about that. I think it would be if you're still trying to shoot video on an RP, or you want to take advantage of the faster FPS of the R8. I think im more interested in a used R6 though for the ibis, battery life, and larger form factor.

  • @lsamoa
    @lsamoa Рік тому +16

    I love the RP so much. I don't think I've ever geled with a camera this much before.
    Today I got to try the R8, I was looking forward to certain features and a better dynamic range etc. The AF is much faster and reliable, but apart from that, actually the new features did nothing for me. Also, the menu was clunky and annoying, and I honestly couldn't tell the difference in dynamic range and IQ with the RP.
    I hate how they've replaced the nice and solid metal on/off switch with a cheap plasticky photo/video dial. That thing will break after a few months, I'm sure. The RP however is a tank. The new on/off switch also has "lock" in between, so whenever you switch the camera on or off, you get two clicks instead of one, and honestly that really puts me off for some reason haha.
    Also, I don't know if it's because the R8 is being manufactured in a rush atm and the plastic and electronics parts don't have enough time to cure before hitting the shelves, but my goodness does this camera SMELL. Like acetone, it's really strong. I got a headache after a while. The camera also started overheating just while playing around with menu settings. Erm...
    So my conclusion is: stick with / get the RP instead. It's a solid little camera with everything you need for photography (granted less so for video but still it's there and pretty decent), and most of all it's an absolute joy to use.

    • @jaytcapinpin
      @jaytcapinpin Рік тому +2

      Great point of view. However, the AF performance alone for some people who really need the quicker focusing system will benefit from it (sports, wildlife,) but other than that, yes the RP is still VERY capable. 👍🏼

    • @lsamoa
      @lsamoa Рік тому +1

      @@jaytcapinpin Totally agree. The one advantage of the R8 is the quick AF, other than that the RP is nicer I think

    • @rui7773
      @rui7773 Рік тому +1

      👍 thank you !!! 🇧🇷

    • @1EagleDave
      @1EagleDave 11 місяців тому

      So my conclusion is: stick with / get the RP instead. right on brother I agree!!

    • @lsamoa
      @lsamoa 11 місяців тому

      @@1EagleDave Sister ;)

  • @Fifthimagez
    @Fifthimagez Рік тому +1

    Great video I went with the R and it’s amazing! My first full frame.

  • @KevAlberta
    @KevAlberta Рік тому +3

    Just bought this camera as an upgrade to my canon m100. However on the fence about keeping it, as I learned it has a lower dynamic range than the m100 even though that’s 1/3rd the price and aps-c. Being the only thing I care about (alongside low light performance) it was pretty much a downgrade.
    I’m already pushing the aps-c 12.9 stops DR, so I’ll be fairing even worse with the RP at 11.9 stops.
    I summit and shoot in the same Rockies you showed in your examples. And the photo at moraine lake you showed the sky was badly blown out. Not confidence inspiring.

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому +2

      That’s very interesting to hear. I’ve never looked into specific numbers for dynamic range on the RP so I haven’t compared it to a camera like the M100. Definitely learned something new.
      The shot at Moraine Lake is unfortunately overexposed in the sky, but that may have been my own fault since I didn’t properly expose for the highlights.

  • @Walknbout
    @Walknbout 5 місяців тому

    Nice thumbnail pic😊

  • @Leon-dt8uo
    @Leon-dt8uo 2 місяці тому

    Hi,
    For photography only how do you find the servo AF for moving subjects?
    Nothing extreme, just quick ish moving people, animals etc; is it good enough to keep up?
    Thanks!

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  2 місяці тому

      @@Leon-dt8uo from my experience, the servo auto focus worked really well. I’ve used it for situations from people walking to moving vehicles and it’s always able to keep up for me.

    • @Leon-dt8uo
      @Leon-dt8uo 2 місяці тому

      @@ViewsofHarry good to know, thank you!

  • @AJVLlaxus90
    @AJVLlaxus90 Рік тому

    i still think its bang for the bucks..almost identical quality 1 by 1 with r8 except more features & newer procesor..if only RP has clog then its good enough for me..

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому

      Yeah, if it had clog3 it would’ve been an even more enticing entry level great video camera! But I’ve loved the colours that came out of this camera even without clog

  • @sweet_pine_____
    @sweet_pine_____ Місяць тому

    I want camera for travel photography and portrait only...no video shooting..rp is enough for me or should I get the r8?

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Місяць тому

      @@sweet_pine_____ yes, the RP is enough for your purposes, and you can get a great deal on it on the used market. If you have the extra cash to spare for an R8, you’ll be able to future proof yourself and get some better low light performance

  • @SuperCern
    @SuperCern Рік тому

    I'm choosing between this one and Nikon Z5 for general purpose photography and product photography and I cannot make up my mind....

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому

      Ooo this will be an interesting choice, since both shares very similar features and limitations. Both have a heavily cropped 4K video, but if you’re main focus is stills it won’t matter to you. The Z5 does have dual card slot if you’re into that (I personally don’t use the 2nd slot on my R6 Mk II) and IBIS which I think is great. But the RP comes in at a lower price, has a slightly higher megapixel sensor, and I’m gonna sound like a broken record, but I’m very much biased towards that fantastic Canon colours haha. I think it’ll also depends on which system you have investments like lenses in too. Would love to hear what camera you decided to go with!

  • @gozec6250
    @gozec6250 9 місяців тому

    @ViewsofHarry im starting off with jewellery product photography as a beginner.. would you recommend RP as a startup camera with kit lens 24-105mm

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  9 місяців тому +1

      If you’re planning to do product photography then imo the RP is a great camera for that, especially if you can find a good deal on it (realistically any mirrorless camera is). Although I would maybe recommend eventually getting a prime lens for sharper images and shallow depth of field.

  • @johnw6613
    @johnw6613 Рік тому

    Great video, I just ordered an rp i have a canon t7 right now is it a very big jump in low light performance?

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому

      I’ve never had a t7 before so I can’t say exactly how big of a jump there will be in low light performance. But, considering you’re going from aps-c to full frame and a digic 4+ processor to digic 8, you should definitely see some low light improvements.

  • @1EagleDave
    @1EagleDave 11 місяців тому

    I have to disagree with you I have shot 14 wedding with this and the R7 newest edition as of last year and with the RP i cannot ask for better low light photography it is by far the best (my take only) you had said you did a wedding with this RP and then say its entry i disagree with you unless your a entry level wedding photographer ? that said I still (Love my RP) the most I have taken this with RP is 623 photos single charge. I do not do video with this mind you. but again I just hate when people call different camers entry cameras its not the camera its the person behind that camera I have seen pro shots taken from a point and shoot camera so thats long gone but so so many call camera because they arent 5,000 or more a entry level like I have said its the one taking the photo in the end. thanks for the video

  • @robertbohnaker9898
    @robertbohnaker9898 5 місяців тому

    Your comments on the R8 at the beginning of your video is kinda surprising to me. The R8 is everything the RP should be but isn’t. I’m puzzled😊…maybe I misunderstood you cause you said good things about a couple minutes later…

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  5 місяців тому

      If you meant my comment at the 1:36 mark I was referring to the Canon Ra 😅 Canon’s astrophotography camera. But I heard myself saying the R8 too just now lol. The R8 is a beast of a camera, packing the features from the more expensive R6 MkII, only without IBIS.

  • @tomd4748
    @tomd4748 3 місяці тому

    It’s terrible at $1299 but fantastic at $599

  • @chrisjones7571
    @chrisjones7571 Рік тому

    Hi I’m been trying to look for an upgrade, currently I own a t7 rebel with a sigma 85 art lens. I lost my 50 EF 1.8 lens. Currently my rebel shutter speed is terrible with the 85 art lens and only works on the flash off auto setting. Do you think I should invest in the rp is it a massive upgrade

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому

      If you’re looking to step into the Canon mirrorless system and want an affordable option, the RP will be great coming from the t7 rebel. It’ll offer Canon’s fantastic dual pixel autofocus that’s a big step up from the autofocus system used on the t7 rebel. You’ll also see better image quality bc of the RP’s full frame sensor compared to the t7 rebel’s APS-C sensor.

  • @ІгорПаш
    @ІгорПаш Рік тому

    Does the R8 have the same color as the RP? Better or worse?

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому

      It mostly will have some differences. The colour science should be similar but since the R8 has a newer sensor like the R6 Mk II and the RP uses the older sensor from the 6D Mk II, they won’t have the same colours exactly.

    • @ІгорПаш
      @ІгорПаш Рік тому

      @@ViewsofHarry Thank you. I was told that P8 has a similar color to RP. That's what interested me. Because I really like the color of RP. And technical points do not always affect the color. But a bunch of reviews of these and none compare the image or color. On the contrary, everyone talks only about technical parameters. Everyone can learn about them on their own.

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому

      @@ІгорПаш from my experience using the R6 Mk II, the differences are very minor. Most of the time I don’t notice it since it’s still Canon colours, only on very rare occasions will I notice a difference using some old presets I made for my RP. I wasn’t super clear with my other comment, but honestly speaking, I rarely see the difference in colours (cause it’s still Canon colours like I mentioned earlier), that’s just from what I can tell, others might notice a bit more than me. The most difference you’ll see is in dynamic range and low light noise performance.

  • @vladbox1
    @vladbox1 Рік тому

    I love the camera, the only tick I have is that when I use the godox XT controller, the ISO jumps all over the place (sometimes it happens without but randomly) If anyone has a solution would be great.

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому

      Ohh that’s interesting, I’ve never heard of that issue before

  • @markdodsworth5439
    @markdodsworth5439 4 місяці тому

    Why are you rambling on about the fuji x100v? There is no similarities between them other than they both take images. Sony a7ii maybe. It's pointless to compare cameras that are aimed at different markets.

  • @Ahmedpakido
    @Ahmedpakido Рік тому

    Normal talking head video is good in FHD60p other then that nothing is there. No slow motion no timelapse features

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому +1

      It’s true, the RP doesn’t have slow motion such as 120p and it has many limitations when it comes to video, such as no dual pixel AF in 4K or clog3. But shooting 60p still will allow for slow motion at 50% if you slow down to 30p (which I did a lot and still do even with my R6 Mk II) and you can slow down even more if you do 24p. It does have interval shooting mode that’s found in other Canon cameras which will allow you to create a timelapse. Despite its many limitations, it’s still an incredible beginner camera for its price on the used market rn, at least imo.

  • @smoloms
    @smoloms Рік тому +1

    I think with the release of the R8, the RP and the R are going to be good cheap options on the used market. They are all a little dated, but a good entry into mirrorless full frame.

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому

      For sure, the R8 is a great hybrid camera but for those who are getting started or want a second smaller body to just take pictures, the RP’s price on the used market is fantastic. I’ve seen some even as cheap as the new R50

  • @buddystylediff2941
    @buddystylediff2941 Рік тому

    Yo bro😢help out i cant find the 59.95fps on video mode what to do?

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому +1

      First check to make sure that you have the latest firmware, update if you don’t. And then go into your Q menu, 60p should be under your video settings (60p is only available in 1080p FHD)

    • @buddystylediff2941
      @buddystylediff2941 Рік тому

      Yeah im using the latest version

  • @wekkimeif7720
    @wekkimeif7720 4 місяці тому

    2 main issues with Canon RP are the fact it only accepts official Canon lenses that are extremely expensive. 2nd fact is that it has way worse dynamic for stops of light than Nikon Z5 making it unable to recover much detail between bright and dark spots. Nikon Z5 can use old Nikon FX and 3rd party lenses top of Nikon Z lenses.

  • @Beaver-be8vk
    @Beaver-be8vk Рік тому

    Never even heard of the X100V. Looked it up. No thanks. That’s a lot of money for a fixed lens apsc. That thing should be $800 tops. I guess that’s the power of “influencers”. The sheep pile in. Lol.

    • @ViewsofHarry
      @ViewsofHarry  Рік тому

      That’s very true, the x100v only gained so much attentions because of social media influencers. I’m sure it’ll calm down eventually when people, especially beginner photographers, start to realize the limitations of a fixed lens.

  • @ElementaryWatson-123
    @ElementaryWatson-123 Рік тому +1

    RP is the worst FF camera you can buy, almost everything sux in that camera. If you can't spend more than $999 then get Nikon Z5 - a much better camera for the same price.

    • @johnw6613
      @johnw6613 Рік тому +4

      You can get a refurbished RP from canon for 599 which is extremely good value for money

    • @vitorribeiro9249
      @vitorribeiro9249 7 місяців тому +1

      ​@@johnw6613does this price appear often?

    • @johnw6613
      @johnw6613 7 місяців тому

      @@vitorribeiro9249 hey man i’ve seen it twice the first time i missed out and they went outta stock but a month or two later it went back down and i grabbed one so it happens fairly often i think just gotta keep an eye on it