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I now use the OM1, and here are my thoughts about the High Res mode, used hand-held. One of the main benefits of this mode turns out to be improvements in dynamic range and decrease in image noise, not just an increase in resolution. In my experience, this dictates a high iso (and faster shutter speeds) for the best image improvements. For example, with my OM1, I can get noiseless high res images in cathedral interiors at 10,000 iso, 1/80 of a second. Mind you, there has been some improvement in the OM1, since I'm talking about hand held shots. Obviously, any movement in the image will ruin it, so this is a huge limitation over a FF sensor shot. But for scenes with no movement, higher iso and faster shutter speed will get you better images than will lower iso and slower shutter speeds. This may not be true for tripod mounted 80 mg shots, but I think it's true for hand held shots. I have been pleasantly surprised at the quality (and ease of use) of this hand held, high res. mode.

I purchased mine in August 2023. Overall an upgrade from my old 6D. My only disappointment is the battery, but I knew that going in. With the money that I saved over thr R6II, I was able to purchase accessories and 2 Contax Zeiss lenses.

I really enjoyed this video,thank you

This is probably one of the best reviews on a Shimoda bag. Better than all the ones that have just had it given to them a few days before and gush lovingly over it. I am considering the V2 models, but slightly annoyed that that use a breathable padded mesh on the back/ straps etc on the women's version but not on the men's.

My preference is the d-pad for moving focus point! I know probably not a popular opinion, but I prefer it to the joystick or back screen! Of course I started out with 6D which only had d-pad. But I also have R6 and R5.

Excellent! Thank you. Another review suggests there is a third party battery grip that fits. Maybe one made for the RP?

you sound similar to me, except coming from Nikon - the complexity of the menus and general irritation has put me right off. I think it will be an R6ii for me, or maybe even go back to the familiar Nikon menu system.

Wow! That farm photo… I felt like walking in the farm. All your pictures have so much depth.

Nice video. When it comes to the M-fn button it’s possible to configure it to 1 - 5 sets (with same or different functions). Configured with 1 or 2 sets makes it very fast to toggle through the functions.

The most honest review, thank you!

Interesting how spot on your comments were on some of the aspects or this bag. So much so, that it feels like shimoda watched this video when making their V2 bags.

Great content, especially for those already owning an R8. You supply information that is not available in other R8 CZcams videos, which tend to be walk throughs of all the menu settings simply going from one setting to the next.

Just bought the 36L variant. Still waiting for it to arrive. I dont even own enough camera gear to fill it up. But my plan is to utilize the bag and its size to a combined camera, travel and hiking bag where I use the extra inner space for more non-photo stuff.

I have had the R8 since February.& im quite satisfied with it, I am but an amateur though, I've only ever used tha Rebel T6 fer a few months before purchasing tha R8. I have encountered heating issues both while recording video.& taking photos- A) I live in North Carolina, so it's naturally hotter here than most places being in tha south. B) I also have a youtube channel, I use tha R8 ta record them.& I usually run outta 2/3 of battery life after around 30-35 minutes of recording. I don't usually have an overheating issue when taking photos, it depends how long I've had it out.& on but it has happened a few times before. C) I enjoi how smoothly it works with tha cannon app, I use tha app ta monitor everything while recording, it's wonderfully intuitive.

Absolutely amazing quality review, thank you so much.

This was a very good review!

Mine overheats shooting stills in 20 celsius weather in about 5-10 minutes. Very frustrating.

I had been wondering how to configure the d-pad for focus selection, and you’ve solved it for me. Thanks!

Thank you, sir. I am confused between two choices, canon R8 and the sony a7iii. MY planned lenses are 35 mm and 85 mm. R8 is on sale for 1 lakh Indian Rupees wheras A7iii is available for 1.24 lakh Rupees. Which do you recommend from features and performance point of view? 😂

I love it for my product and similar work. But at those resolutions dust becomes my biggest enemy haha

I use only LP-E17 third party batteries for several years now. They are better and bigger than the original Canon ones.

Very well explained and informative.

Just a point, there are 4 options, 1 choice. Not 4 choices.

I got a used OEM grip for my RP and for the £35 i paid, it is definitely worth it. I got my RP for the small, compact size but it feels much better with the little grip attached!

Super review! Intrigued that you went for neither bag… Did you get a replacement bag in the end?

I needed a lighter option than my 5D4 so went for the R8. Certainly happy with the weight difference but haven’t had chance to put it through its paces as yet.

I can only echo what others have said before me: An honest review without sugarcoating any shortcomings in the bag design. I wish I had watched your video earlier, I could have saved a lot of time. The review was very helpful in my decision making process between this bag and two competitors. In the end, I decided against the Shimoda bag and ordered the Nya-Evo Fjord 60-C instead. Thanks again for your excellent video. I'll check out your channel for more photography content. Best regards from Germany.

Excellent video, thank you. You covered some really practical aspects of using this camera. I am an Rp user looking get the R8. I am a hybrid shooter. This was very useful for me for the photographic side. Did you ever get any heat warnings when photographing? I herd some people did. Maybe they were using the burst option a lot for a longer period.

When I went in a camera store deciding between the EOS R, the A7III and the Z6 I held an RP which I had not even considered and that's the camera I exit the store with. I have large hands, (no sausages fighter tho) but I just to learn how to hold the camera to avoid the pinky going under the camera. The RP is so light that you really don't need to hold it like a gun, and has the same form factor as the R8. Obviously a LARGE lens like a long zoom is not ideal for such a small body, but there is a grip for that. When I'll change the RP I might go for an R8 or its successor.

Great Video🎉

I’m looking at the same combo. Thanks for pointing out the limitations 😃

I came to exactly the same conclusion

Excellent review

I have an issue with Hi-Res on the E-M1 mark ii. It doesn't work over WiFi. Despite setting up Hi-Res on the body, as soon as you connect to a smartphone it goes back to standard 20mp single shot.

but there is one other thing, with the K9 kits, they come with a pouch for all of it, holder and adaptors to, so they are all protected, and accessed with the same pouch, not two separate ones, like lee have, one for the filters, one for the holder system.

Since this video, the high res mode has been further improved. Where the camera detects areas with movement, it will replace them with data from the first frame. Sometimes this can result in visible differences in resolution/detail, but it is a reasonable tradeoff to many compared to, in your example, seeing 8 car images.

What has happened to Mark? Nothing for 2 years?

Can we put a tripod in the bag & not outside? It works? I prefer to avoid steals

Tripper

4:40 Good news: Shimoda included rain cover for x40 and my x70 HD back packs.

I just bought it and find it quite huge... Does anyone have experience whether it is allowed as handluggage of most airlines???

I'm sorry, but there are so many reviews on camera backpacks, certainly this one.

Excelente video. Se agradece la claridad. Saludos desde el Altiplano, en Chile 👋🏻🌎

Great video. Hope all is well

I’m looking for a backpack for my 200-600mm lens, then I reached mindshift gear backpack. Light is my first consideration so 18L seems suitable for me. However, if I want to go to travel with 18L, that’ s obviously too small. This video helps a lot when I’m struggling with 26L and 36L. Thanks.

i am here because lee doesnt have an adapter for sony 14 gm

Stop fooling yourself, there is no free lunch, saying that as EMD EM1X owner myself. 20 MP MFT is 20 MP MFT, what you can do with this sensor, the same thing can be done on even better 60 megapixel full frame sensor, the gap will remain the same, you think we can stack the MFT image and the other format system can't do it ???

The Olympus is impressive, but I prefer the Canon.

Would the 36L fit in the overhead storage compartment on an airplane?

Good review. That's me not buying it.. couple of things would get on me nerves. So the quest for a bag goes on.