Should I sell my RED Komodo X for the Canon C400?

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    Intro: 00:00
    The Canon C400: 1:03
    The Competition: 5:34
    Would I sell my RED? 08:13
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Komentáře • 185

  • @damiencooper
    @damiencooper  Před 21 dnem +17

    Would you sell the RED for the C400?

    • @blickpuls
      @blickpuls Před 21 dnem +7

      definitely! come back to the good side of life!

    • @sebastianFZE
      @sebastianFZE Před 21 dnem +9

      Hell no. Red image quality is levels above

    • @SuperJackBoom
      @SuperJackBoom Před 21 dnem +5

      Never ever. Nothing beats the RED Image!

    • @ALifeWithoutBreath
      @ALifeWithoutBreath Před 21 dnem +3

      No. Filming under water I really need RAW video (because colors under water are a real challenge) and Canon's RAW video implementation is not that great. Even though I don't like the company (because they are litigious with their patents on compressed RAW) a RED Komodo might be the best thing for now. Until their patent expires and we finally get proper ProRes RAW implementations. ProRes RAW files would be so much faster to edit with. 👍🏻

    • @avx111
      @avx111 Před 21 dnem

      @@sebastianFZE Seeing how much Canon improved the C70 via firmware I wouldn't be surprised if the C400 gets compressed lossless RAW in the future.

  • @TizOnly1
    @TizOnly1 Před 21 dnem +17

    I honestly think it's wild that you'd even consider selling your RED kit for this camera.
    I shoot C70 + R5C, and pre-ordered the C400 literally the minute it went up. I'm extremely excited for this camera.. but even I don't think I'd have been excited enough to go through the hassle of switching systems for it. Now yes, RED and Canon cinema are kinda cousins since they're both based on the RF mount, so I'm sure there are a lot of things that will carry over... but there are a lot of things that won't, and to me, the C400 seems like it's only good enough to keep current Canon owners on board.. not quite spectacular enough to get anyone to go through all the hassle of jumping ship from anywhere else.

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny +1

      it really depends. As I said in a recent video I don't do much commercial work anymore. I do have a multi day shoot tomorrow for an old client though. If this is what I would keep doing I 100% switch to the C400.. The RED is just not made for this I feel. There are definitely reasons for it. But you're right. As of right now it might not be enough

    • @onnonugteren2935
      @onnonugteren2935 Před 20 dny

      @@damiencooper So to be sure: you think this C400 is more a run and gun documentary stile camera than the Red? Mostly because of ND and native RF lenses autofocus?

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny +2

      @@onnonugteren2935 no, not at all. I think shooting run and gun documentary with the RED is just fine with the new audio ports and how small and modular it is.
      But you do need more people and often more time with the RED. So it depends. I wouldn't want to shoot a 2 - 3 angle Interview with just REDS without having one person at every camera at all times.
      Files sizes are also massively bigger so that's something to keep in mind.
      But yeah, if small commercials, fast type content and documentaries are all I shot I would 100% prefer the Canon

    • @JeanSebastienLEGER
      @JeanSebastienLEGER Před 15 dny

      @@damiencooper If it’s a matter of files size, wouldn’t choosing Prores 422 for certain projects be sufficient? And there is also the option to use DJI Lidar for moments when autofocus is needed as a solo shooter, or even for multicam interviews.
      Honestly, apart from the internal ND filters and the fact that the camera powers on instantly, I don’t really see the advantages that the C400 would have over the Komodo X. But maybe I’m wrong?
      Perhaps you should keep a Komodo X, sell one, and use a C70 for run"n"gun projects?

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 15 dny

      @@JeanSebastienLEGER prores 422 is as big as RAW LT on the C400.
      The lidar is great but still fiddely, expensive, adds weight and gear to it is nowhere near the same experience as real autofocus

  • @pontusmagnusson6810
    @pontusmagnusson6810 Před 20 dny

    fantastic to have you back!

  • @jdavevisuals
    @jdavevisuals Před 21 dnem +4

    It’s been foreverrrrr !!! Glad to see you back mate

  • @ooppss5284
    @ooppss5284 Před 19 dny

    glad to hear u r back to the channel

  • @rabinkarki2690
    @rabinkarki2690 Před 21 dnem

    Glad to see you back 🔥

  • @matt.banton
    @matt.banton Před 20 dny

    Welcome back! Good to see you again :)

  • @MrKhaled247
    @MrKhaled247 Před 20 dny

    Schön dass du wieder am Start bist❤👍👌

  • @POW.CREEPER
    @POW.CREEPER Před 20 dny

    I always look forward to your videos

  • @Originhouseproductions
    @Originhouseproductions Před 21 dnem +2

    So glad to see you back bro one of my favorite YT in this field! Also as someone who was looking for a camera to pair with my c70..... i would get the c400 over the komodo X but if i owned the Komodo i wouldn't sell it for a c400 un less i was dying for af.

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 21 dnem

      Thanks so much man!
      Yeah, that‘s a good point. I see it almost the same way

  • @TheCptBojangles
    @TheCptBojangles Před 20 dny +1

    Missed you man. Glad to see you pop up in my feed again!
    I have a C300 MkIII that I rigged out based on your input. Love that camera but I'm intrigued by this new one. Maybe I'll make the switch.

  • @alienwisconsin
    @alienwisconsin Před 21 dnem +3

    I like you as a canon expert you are very good and get lots out of the system.

  • @mittaw
    @mittaw Před 21 dnem +1

    I'm a big user of the Arri cam's. But recently I've been shooting way more on the Sony Burano for run and gun shoots, the autofocus and the variable-ND is liberating. Sometimes I just don't wanna deal the technical side and just focus on the creativity. Whatever tool supports you the best in your creative vision or flow at this moment, is the best tool I guess. If the Komodo is working for you, just stick with the Komodo.

  • @ancilm
    @ancilm Před 21 dnem

    Welcome back! I'm weighing the same options. I love my KX but I'm also an original Canon shooter and the C400 looks amazing. I'll have to see more.

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny

      it's gonna be an interesting decision for sure

  • @martinekwall4671
    @martinekwall4671 Před 20 dny

    Great to see you again! And I look forward to your short and your other videos.
    Off topic about monitor; Portkeys or Small HD to control an R5C, any experience about this?

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny +1

      neither. Canon control sucks in my opinion and is not worth the extra cable

  • @scottievee7467
    @scottievee7467 Před 21 dnem +1

    I ordered one the next day. Pumped for September!!! Done.

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 21 dnem

      Nice.. can‘t wait to play with one either

  • @Francisfphoto_
    @Francisfphoto_ Před 21 dnem +8

    I thought you were retiring….
    So glad you didnt!

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny

      Why does everyone think that? :D Did I really do such a poor job explaining it in my last video?

    • @Asyouwere
      @Asyouwere Před 20 dny

      @@damiencooperI think you didn’t but not everyone really listens..

  • @12yfilms
    @12yfilms Před 21 dnem

    Great to see you back! Hope to see you more frequently on here. Also, stick to the Komodo-X until we know what the official dynamic range of the C400.

  • @KevinVelghe-sq5wu
    @KevinVelghe-sq5wu Před 21 dnem +1

    Hi Damien!
    I'm a C70 shooter and heavily depended on the AutoFocus for Fashion shoots.
    I was on the fence to go for the Red Komodo X, because I like the look of RED, but I'm a bit scared of it's AF capabilities.
    Now, with the C400, and AF II, I should probably look into Canon again?
    What do you think?
    Glad you are back!

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny +3

      if you need AF, the RED will frustrate you :D

  • @user-wz7nq9pf5y
    @user-wz7nq9pf5y Před 21 dnem

    You're amazing. ❤

  • @yreyez
    @yreyez Před 20 dny +1

    i think you will go for it.. No need to think about it.. For me, i think this is it. This is the camera i want..

  • @dukebozikowski3801
    @dukebozikowski3801 Před 20 dny

    If it had 12 stops (usable) of DR or more you should pick it up. Maybe wait to see what else gets released this year though from other camera brands to see if that influences canon to add stuff via firmware or even cut the price.

  • @Freddyreiter
    @Freddyreiter Před 21 dnem

    welcome back!

  • @theamuseum4692
    @theamuseum4692 Před 13 dny

    Second hand C500 II is what makes the most financial sense IMO. I’ve trade my C300 III for a C500 II and couldn’t be any happier.

  • @patricioderito3722
    @patricioderito3722 Před 21 dnem +3

    When Canon figures out the "sauce" that makes an image quality look like an actual "CINEMA" camera then I may consider it. What I mean by that is that RED, ARRi an even BLACKMAGIC all share that sauce (in their own way). They have this organic, movie film texture-like image quality straight out-of-camera that makes them so appealing. Canon for some reason can't achieve that. Don't get me wrong, Canon has a beautiful image quiality as well, but on the "DIGITAL" side of things, not cinematic.Good for broadcasting and youtube. If that's the look you're aiming for, then I'd say the C400 sounds like a pretty good deal. Other than that, the Komodo is so much better if you want "CINEMAAA" quality. I understand that there are various other factors that make an image "cinematic" like lighting, grading, etc. and you can make cinematic images with the canon but there's always something missing, that sauce that I'm taking about.

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 21 dnem +1

      I think that a skilled colorist will get the exact same look out of all of them. As a matter of fact, I shot a documentary with two canon cameras alongside multiple RED cameras and it was all graded by a professional post production house and I couldn't see the difference at all. And I watched in theatres

    • @MrMoviePhoneEx
      @MrMoviePhoneEx Před 21 dnem

      Disagree, my c70 plays along side Alexa Mini’s all the time - it’s all about how you use c log 2. The arri and canon color science is pretty closely matched, and while you can see the differences in the details, it’s not as obvious when just watching content. That look that you’re talking about is all about the color bit rate and post color work flow. 12 bit cineRAW light isn’t 16bit RED RAW, but should do fine with a little work. Also, I’ve noticed how much your lens choice matters in getting that look too. With a good cine lens or the right filters the c70
      looks like a whole other camera.

    • @KenOja
      @KenOja Před 21 dnem +1

      I kind of agree. In some situations canon can work really well, but in most situations it just looks too "video." Fx6 has the same problem...very video like image. And it just isnt inspiring to color grade. So I just rent Komodo for projects that are more narrative and Canon for general talking heads.

    • @VishalKumar-fy9lk
      @VishalKumar-fy9lk Před 20 dny +1

      "When Canon figures out the "sauce" that makes an image quality look like an actual "CINEMA" camera then I may consider it. What I mean by that is that RED, ARRi an even BLACKMAGIC all share that sauce (in their own way). They have this organic, movie film texture-like image quality straight out-of-camera that makes them so appealing. Canon for some reason can't achieve that. Don't get me wrong, Canon has a beautiful image quiality as well, but on the "DIGITAL" side of things, not cinematic." True.I have heard a Lot of DPs say that...Most agree that the Blackmagic Look - the image rendering- is the next best thing after the ARRI.

    • @phrasalsyntax
      @phrasalsyntax Před 20 dny +2

      @patricioderito3722 Totally agree, you couldn't have express it better Patricio. I think there are people who just cannot perceive the difference; and those tend to be the ones who feel quite satisfied with the look of Sony (even Canon), that 'digital' look as you said. These people typically do work for corporate, commercial, broadcasting, and rarely narrative and cinema work. And maybe because of that they have developed a taste for the digital TV look. If you shoot and watch a lot of stuff of that kind (commercial, corporate, music videos, youtuber content) your eyes and brain adapt and you start considering it a good standard.
      That happened in Japan in fact, as they were the ones who manufacture the TV devices of the world since the late 1970s and later the broadcast cameras too (JVC, Sony...). This was a culture in which Standard Definition (480/520i) and a very bright and small color gamut was the norm for a long time, they got used to that 'quality'. So the Japanese culture (including the engineers) developed a taste for that so future developments (HD, rec709) somehow kept that kind of aesthetics as reference ---they, for example, love over sharpened images and 60p; there are studies that show that they prefer that look to 24p and softer images. And that's why, I think, it took so long for Sony to develop a reasonable 'filmic'. 'organic' color science, something that they only achieved recently with the Venice line of cameras (not even on the recent Burano). And because Japanese executives and engineers were kind of blind to what made an image cinematic and organic, they literally had to rely on western DPs, people like Claudio Miranda who had experience with analog film and was very knowledgeable on the workings of digital technology.
      Canon cinema line did it better in that respect because they never were a broadcasting company and borrowed their color science from the photo division of DSLR raw capable still cameras. In particular the C70 and C300 Mkiii with the DGO sensors look quite filmic indeed (not so the R5c). And ARRI did it well from the beginning because they developed film scanners before so they understood what made a digital image cinematic. Finally Blackmagic took their understanding of cinematic color science from the Davinci Suite ---and their teams of color scientists---, a company that they acquire several years ago precisely with that purpose.
      But don't worry Patricio if you meet filmmakers and friends who don't perceive the difference, who don't grasp the 'secret sauce' as you call it (Sony fanboys?); I think you will waist your time trying to explain something that is hard to point at and to which they are kind of blind, really. In the end, it's not them but their visual culture.

  • @TheSickOne5
    @TheSickOne5 Před 19 dny

    Question for you if you dont mind. I noticed when you were using the C300mk3 you always used an external monitor, you also touched on that subject here. How were you able to do all your adjustments (iso, fs top etc etc etc) without using the Canon LCD? I realise you lose the tracking function but always wondered how you regain all the other info.

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 19 dny

      The canon cameras are amazing with all these custom buttons. It’s so fast and easy. Faster than using the screen. I even have a video on my channel about the exact button layout I used on the C70

    • @TheSickOne5
      @TheSickOne5 Před 19 dny

      @@damiencooper Thanks mate i'll look that up. 1 min after I wrote this I watched another vid explaining OSD, I was coming back to delete my noob comment. But maybe it may help someone else. I was more referring to seeing your adjustments rather than just a clean feed. But again I understand it's done via OSD

  • @phrasalsyntax
    @phrasalsyntax Před 20 dny

    Nice that you are back Damien, your videos are always very informative and well articulated; you are very talented in this craft of explaining technical concepts and the filmmaking experience to people who are starting in this field and want to go to the next level.
    We have to wait to see how the image quality of the C400 stands against the RED Komodo X. My guess is that C400 will still have more of a 'video look' than the Komodo X, which we know is quite 'cinematic'. If that's the most important thing to you (image quality, the film look) I will stay with Komodo X.
    But maybe, instead of the lovely C400, you should consider the coming Blackmagic Ursa Cine 12K. This camera is probably going to be incredible in terms of image quality and color science (very filmic). It offers real-time downsampling in 8K/4K (from 12K, full width of the FF sensor), records in solid 12-bit compressed Braw (Blackmagic Color Science), offers very high frame rates, quite fast RS, a proper EVF, it comes with 8 TB of ultra-fast internal memory included with the camera, has solid internal NDs, BM claims 16 stops of dynamic range.
    If AF is important to you, you could also pair it with the new DJI Focus Pro to get pretty good AF with your manual cinema glass (more cinematic look than photo glass). Additionally, you would be able to use your best s35 lenses and record s35 crop at 5.9K resolution, so you are basically getting two cameras in one (a FF and a s35). Maybe size and weight would still be a concern to you: BM Cine 12K weights 2.5 Kg versus C400 at 1.5 Kg and Komodo-X at 1.2 Kg).
    Honestly, I don't know why this camera hasn't have the hype it deserves. It's price is $15K, near double the C400, but I have the perception that it would be a camera with an image quality and performance far superior than the C400, and one that will compete hand in hand with the big boys that costs several times more (V-Raptors, Buranos, Alexas, Venices). Interesting times in camera technology.

  • @MachinaExplorer
    @MachinaExplorer Před 18 dny

    i would still keep it or just get both nothing beats the RED image

  • @baekmedier
    @baekmedier Před 21 dnem

    Depends of the project... If you need autofocus a big YES!
    If you have the workflow and space for R3D RAW in every projects then Go for RED..
    3 differend native iso´s... doesent matter really.. just turn on the light.. :P
    If they had found a way to get good rolling shutter performance with a full frame DGO sensor that would have been the shit!
    The Canon C400 + the RF 24-105 f2.8 would be kind of brilliant.. but depends what the projects need and how big they are.

  • @markroberttaylor
    @markroberttaylor Před 21 dnem

    Totally understand that you are already vested in another ecosystem, but if you were starting from scratch, would you go with the C400 over Red?

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 21 dnem +1

      REALLY depends on what you're looking to shoot. Me? Right now? Not sure tbh

  • @Gadgetsjon
    @Gadgetsjon Před 20 dny

    I'm facing this exact dilemma at the moment. The C400 is very compelling. The internal NDs and all-round package make it a tough call. The KX does things it cannot, but I can cover the things the C400 has if I take the modular approach to the Komodo X.
    As you say, it's great for fast-paced situations, where RED cameras typically aren't.
    Maybe I just save more, keep the KX and have both.lol
    What are you leaning towards?

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 19 dny +1

      Good point. I have actually no idea yet. But selling the RED doesn’t seem like it makes a lot of sense yet

  • @AlexDerrick_DP
    @AlexDerrick_DP Před 18 dny

    1) You already own RED and know what it can do.
    2) Autofocus might improve on KX w/ Nikon engineers throwing money at it.
    3) If you use lights then the ISO shouldn't really matter.
    4) The dynamic range KX is more than C400
    5) Canon's image has NEVER really been as good as RED.
    6) Upgrade path from KX to Raptor VV is fire
    7) R3D Code.... thats why you buy a red in the first place.
    8) Autofocus won't ever work with PL Lenses, and you should be investing in PL mount glass to get the best image possible.
    9) LIDAR on KX solves this problem.

  • @relaxwithme3266
    @relaxwithme3266 Před 20 dny +1

    Switching cameras is a red herring. The true path is contemplating where true value lies and putting a plan together to shoot that.

  • @ArtoflightProductions
    @ArtoflightProductions Před 21 dnem +1

    Ofcourse you should ;) u have been whaiting for this

  • @sdm2
    @sdm2 Před 21 dnem

    But the C400 and keep both! They are both RF, so share lenses. Use the correct tool for the job. I’ve heard that match well together, too, for possible multi cam jobs.

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny

      Well if I was still doing lots of commercial work I might.. But having multiple Cine cameras for youtube is a bit overkill :D

  • @randallburgess6393
    @randallburgess6393 Před 21 dnem

    Have you Damien or anybody else out there had a chance to work with the new DGI lidar focus pro creator package?
    Is it any good?

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny

      it's great but also a bit of a hassle..

    • @randallburgess6393
      @randallburgess6393 Před 20 dny

      Ya I can understand that. Just wondering if the auto focus is as good as the cameras AF etc

  • @karanshetty2530
    @karanshetty2530 Před 20 dny

    I mean as a filmer if one can’t achieve what they want to achieve with a RED then I don’t camera is the issue. Even though to most people the specs might be underwhelming compared to others, the camera will still will be a work horse cause honestly reliability is a very underrated feature which most ignore. CVP has an amazing video highlighting all the features especially the DR which is better than even the Raptor.

  • @ASDPOWER
    @ASDPOWER Před 21 dnem

    Yah i was thinking about you the other day!

  • @timdanyo898
    @timdanyo898 Před 21 dnem +2

    Switching gear has its pains. It seems like going Canon>Red>Canon would be a time and focus suck and a pain.

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 21 dnem

      exactly. Not as much within the RF mount eco system though. But I agree

  • @gbppro9143
    @gbppro9143 Před 17 dny

    I probably walked past you at Cine Gear. Just saw the C400 @ Infomm. I agree with everything you said. Will your clients know a difference? If not, buy it for fun. Happier people work better with others. They also get more work.

  • @boompictures
    @boompictures Před 21 dnem

    Welcome back Damien! You had a blast in Vegas?

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny

      It was a great time off filmmaking. But I miss it too much. Glad to be back

    • @boompictures
      @boompictures Před 20 dny

      @@damiencooper Amazing, looking forward to finding out what you've worked on!

  • @alphafilms_at
    @alphafilms_at Před 19 dny

    didnt u say you'd stop cam work and go full poker again?

  • @KyleProhaska
    @KyleProhaska Před 21 dnem

    They did a pretty good job trying to create a bit of an "everything" cam. There isn't some glaring OUCH spec or factor that makes big chunks of people run away. I think it could be very popular.

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 21 dnem

      I bet it will be. Especially at that price point!

    • @phrasalsyntax
      @phrasalsyntax Před 20 dny

      Lack of an EVF is not a minor thing for many serious filmmakers. Hope it can work with the Blackmagic EVF or another third party piece. A representative told me that Canon is not planning to come up with an EVF in the future. Sony also didn't provide one for the FX6 or Burano, and they took out the A7siii EVF from the FX3. It seems that these companies are listening too much to the mirrorless crowd ---mostly millennials who have never experienced an EVF and who have learnt photography and video by looking at screens on their phones. Fortunately Blackmagic understood the importance of an EVF.

  • @lonceyswildcairns333
    @lonceyswildcairns333 Před 20 dny

    Cheers much 😊
    For me, I think about weight, as well ❤

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny

      they're almost the same weight though

    • @lonceyswildcairns333
      @lonceyswildcairns333 Před 20 dny

      @damiencooper sorry I can understand that you thought compared to the FX6, however I'm saying I would rather a full frame like an updated FX3 or something 😉 ❤️

  • @Alexratson
    @Alexratson Před 21 dnem +1

    If your goals for the next few years are narrative projects with a crew I think you’d be be better off just sticking with what you got and investing in some passion projects.
    If you see yourself doing more projects with a limited crew or doc work then your decision is waaaay harder as the Red system really doesn’t excel in this area and the Canon does.
    For me, I work full time as a solo visual content producer creating branded content and doc’s. I’ll definitely add the C400 to my kit (currently on a C70 + R5) however I am going to wait till the new year. That way others can work out the kinks with it saving me finding out on an assignment that there is some issue with it.

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny +1

      very good point. I haven't used the RED on anything run and gun yet. That would be interesting

  • @iliaskapatos
    @iliaskapatos Před 21 dnem

    If you want FF, then switch. If you want to keep your lenses, then you could wait for the C70 MKII, most likely it will be like a 6K C400 but in 35mm. If you don't mind switching the external ND's, then stay with the RED. For me, I'll hope that a possible R5C MKII will offer internal ND, 15 steps DR, 3x base ISO, better battery, 8K 60 with a internal battery, ....then I would get the R5C MKII.

    • @Kewksdesign
      @Kewksdesign Před 21 dnem

      This is a Wishlist man. R5c is a once off. Also zero hint of a c70 mark 2

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny +2

      I doubt the R5C line will ever get internal NDs

    • @iliaskapatos
      @iliaskapatos Před 20 dny

      @@damiencooper If Canon wants a bestseller, then internal ND's would be a good argument in a R5C MKII. I guess I'll buy a R5 MKII, and if some months later Canon will announce a R5C MKII with internal ND's, this would be my reason to invest again. For me it would make no sense for Canon to produce a R5C MKII if it has no internal ND's. Without them, it would be to close to a R5 MKII, if you are right, then most likely there will be no R5C MKII. I guess most of the R5C users would upgrade to a new one if it has internal ND's, and it would make a lot of Sony and Nikon users to switch to Canon, not the professionals, but a lot of ordinary filmmakers.

    • @VishalKumar-fy9lk
      @VishalKumar-fy9lk Před 20 dny

      @@damiencooper Internal NDs on the R5C MK2 will be a game changer. 😎
      But I guess you are right...sadly Canon won't implement that.
      We need a small form factor FF camera with internal NDs and 32-bit float audio recording. The Canon R5C MK2 has that potential.
      It can be the equivalent of the Panny GH7 in the FF world. The GH7 has added some amazing features, making it a true modern-day hybrid camera.
      Wish list for the Canon R5C MK2 (to be a true upgrade and a pro cine/hybrid cam):
      1. Internal ND (the Blackmagic 6K Pro has done it years ago at an affordable price point, so I guess Canon can too, if they want).
      2. 32-bit float audio recording (like the GH7).
      3. Better audio PreAmps and physical audio dials.
      4. Mini XLRs and a locking 3.5mm audio input mic jack.
      5. Full-sized HDMI.
      6. IBIS.
      7. Canon Log2.
      8. Canon RAW Light in 4K and 6K. Make Canon RAW Light as easy to edit as the RED R3D files. Canon needs to work on this. If they can manage to smoothen the post-
      production workflow of Canon RAW, then RED might have serious competition.
      9. ProRes RAW and Arri RAW (like the GH7...but why would canon do that?).
      10. 16-bit RAW.
      ✌🤞

  • @jsita
    @jsita Před 21 dnem

    What are your options for equivalent lenses in full frame ?

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 21 dnem

      As to the both cine zooms? That‘s the big question. There‘s more and more full frame zooms coming out. But they‘re not the same. For most projects I would likely use primes and for run and gun doc work I might just use AF lenses

    • @user-dw2or7fj7b
      @user-dw2or7fj7b Před 20 dny

      ​@@damiencooper
      You might should have a look on the RF 24-105mm f2.8 L IS USM Z lens, and the upcoming RF 70-200mm f2.8 L IS USM Z.
      These lenses well be my go to fast zoom lenses for shooting video and well get some fast primes like the RF 50mm f1.2 L and the RF 85 f1.2 L for interviews, and the 10-20mm f4 L as for the ultra wide shoots when needed

  • @ProFilmmakers
    @ProFilmmakers Před 18 dny

    I suggest you to buy the Canon c400 but still keep the red komodo-x. This is exactly what we are going to do. Both are worth having.

  • @brmoogma
    @brmoogma Před 20 dny

    ,,,in 90% of my work, I prefer super 35....but I ordered the C400 despite that...and I am shure, it produces fantastic images in super 35 as well...

  • @LoungearoundTV
    @LoungearoundTV Před 21 dnem

    how often do you use 16 bit raw?

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny

      everytime I shoot with the RED. But how often do I need it? Hardly ever

  • @ZvilgantisKailis
    @ZvilgantisKailis Před 21 dnem +39

    Don't sell it. Stay with the Nikon.

  • @mikaelsilkeberg9734
    @mikaelsilkeberg9734 Před 20 dny

    One thing is you can have several camera bodies, A B C... for a decent price....

  • @urielsantistebanfilms
    @urielsantistebanfilms Před 10 dny

    For my line of work, a RED camera wouldn’t work.
    Instead, I’m questioning myself if should wait for the C70Mark2 or get the C400 now.
    I wish this camera had the DGO tech.

  • @kaiservisuals
    @kaiservisuals Před 6 hodinami

    I feel like you do this every time a great camera, that you’re interested in, comes out. 😂

  • @NikCan66
    @NikCan66 Před 21 dnem +1

    Keep the red as iopen up into the nikon system

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 21 dnem +1

      Really curious what that will look like though. Can‘t really imagine right now

    • @NikCan66
      @NikCan66 Před 21 dnem +1

      @@damiencooper say Nikon using Z mount lenses plus some 3rd party lenses that are in use or specifically Cine type lenses that can be used on Mirrorless cameras.

  • @josephberkeley
    @josephberkeley Před 20 dny

    Changing ecosystems is not practical for me. I'm happy with my Canon C70. The C400 sounds a bit better. But I'm better off sticking with what I know and investing in good glass. The one thing about the C400 is the fact that it is full frame.

  • @marcgilles4520
    @marcgilles4520 Před 21 dnem

    Let’s Goooooo!!!

  • @alvarosaenzcarrer
    @alvarosaenzcarrer Před 20 dny

    If I were you, I wouldn't switch. The triple ISO is great for documentary or projects where you can't properly light the set, which usually isn't your case. Additionally, full-frame lenses are always more expensive, and apart from that, there's not much difference in image quality between the Canon and the Komodo.

  • @savillecreations8046
    @savillecreations8046 Před 21 dnem

    This video convinced me to stay with Canon. Was seriously considering jumping to Sony. Still have Canon cinema and a Ronin4d 8k.

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny +1

      yeah, the jump to Sony makes no sense anymore in my opinion

  • @jujufactory
    @jujufactory Před 10 dny

    Stick with the FS7. 😊

  • @MassMediaArtistry
    @MassMediaArtistry Před 19 dny

    Canon Bluetooth and WiFi apps are notoriously unreliable and quirky it would be better to have a wired concetion option for the app I know it feats the wireless part but makes adjustment more easy

  • @lucariccidj
    @lucariccidj Před 21 dnem

    Rent before you buy it always ...+ wait more is coming from Canon I'm not going to sell my Red V raptor vv and KomodoX

  • @sa.t.2507
    @sa.t.2507 Před 20 dny +1

    I’d sell my FX9 for C400.

  • @daniel_gall
    @daniel_gall Před 21 dnem

    👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @mark12345697
    @mark12345697 Před 20 dny

    Working on Final Cut is so limiting in colorgrading

    • @hawaiifreespeechnews
      @hawaiifreespeechnews Před 13 dny

      You can make any fcpx project look as good as Davinci. Final Cut is fast, reliable, and sufficient

  • @frankfeng2701
    @frankfeng2701 Před 21 dnem +1

    I'd pair C70 with C400.

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 21 dnem

      Great pairing. Don‘t have any C70s anymore though :D

  • @davidmd89
    @davidmd89 Před 20 dny +1

    sell it, canon is newer and has autofocus, user friendly

  • @hhankx
    @hhankx Před 20 dny

    100p. C400 is a monster

  • @gingersouth3526
    @gingersouth3526 Před 19 dny

    Good❤

  • @JeremyLevis
    @JeremyLevis Před 21 dnem

    Would most clients notice if you turned up with a Canon rather than a RED?

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 21 dnem +1

      Absolutely not. But that‘s the thing. I hardly do client work anymore. If I was, I had two C400s in my shopping cart, no doubt

  • @ricohflex777
    @ricohflex777 Před 14 dny

    Damien Cooper - Help you to choose. Buy the Canon C400.

  • @KevKlopper
    @KevKlopper Před 20 dny

    The most offensive thing about the cam is the tiny low brightness screen. Literally every assistant on set and every Auntie on a wedding has a better screen in their pocket. 8k cam and cant source a decent Oled screen? Come on Canon it is not 2014 anymore.

  • @jonasnormann
    @jonasnormann Před 3 dny

    I would sell the red. I hate the fact that it’s taking so long to start up.its ridiculous 🤣 canon c400 has got so many advantages compared to the Red.

  • @nyambe
    @nyambe Před 21 dnem

    Why has Canon taken so long for a FF RF mount?

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny

      they haven't. I filmed this video on a FF RF mount camera ;)

    • @nyambe
      @nyambe Před 20 dny

      @@damiencooper RED? lol Ironic, right?

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny

      @@nyambe no. The R5C.

    • @nyambe
      @nyambe Před 20 dny

      @@damiencooper RF FF Cinema Camera I meant. Don't you feel Canon should have launched this 2 years ago? Even if it did not have all the features. I think the camera market would have been a lot different. This should have been the C400ii . Anyway, I think Canon cinema users will love this camera. Sets the benchmark for FX9 iii,

    • @VishalKumar-fy9lk
      @VishalKumar-fy9lk Před 20 dny +1

      @@nyambe "Don't you feel Canon should have launched this 2 years ago? Even if it did not have all the features. I think the camera market would have been a lot different. This should have been the C400ii".
      True that. Canon is late to the Party.

  • @avx111
    @avx111 Před 21 dnem

    the KX just doesn't seem as fun to use as a Canon cinema camera.

  • @ashstonk
    @ashstonk Před 20 dny

    Bro don’t sell it why would you give up your global shutter?

  • @darcycuevas5015
    @darcycuevas5015 Před 21 dnem +1

    He’ll no… keep RED

  • @wadesweeney2200
    @wadesweeney2200 Před 20 dny

    Yes get the c400 !

  • @anotherintrospekt6596
    @anotherintrospekt6596 Před 20 dny

    I thought you quit videography

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny +1

      I have not. I just quit COMMERCIAL client work. Corporate work etc

  • @StarLightDotPhotos
    @StarLightDotPhotos Před 17 dny

    YOU SHOULD! AND THEN SELL ONE OF YOUR R5c(s) to me!!

  • @NativeBlackAmericanTv
    @NativeBlackAmericanTv Před 21 dnem +1

    GO BACK TO CANON... so a number of us can come back to your channel. Hell, a BUNCH of us. QUESTION? What happened to your "retirement" and change of occupation to professional card-shark? Midlife crisis? Glad you're back. Now please hurry and go get that Canon C400. Could you, would you re-get a Canon C70 as a backup for some uses?

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny

      I never said that :D I just stopped doing client commercial work

  • @fsb6724
    @fsb6724 Před 19 dny

    I thought you went back to playing poker

  • @randallburgess6393
    @randallburgess6393 Před 21 dnem

    My advice is not to sell your red and buy no means never never never sell lenses sell cameras yes upgrade cameras yes always hang onto to your lenses

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 20 dny

      good point. I just don't have the right lenses yet

  • @BridgesRoyale
    @BridgesRoyale Před 9 dny

    We all know you a Canon man!

  • @ASDPOWER
    @ASDPOWER Před 21 dnem

    Seems like you need both hahaha

  • @SaigonPictures99
    @SaigonPictures99 Před 2 dny

    Keep your nikomodo , you are canon guy but you use nikomodo

  • @AlexManning
    @AlexManning Před 19 dny

    .R3D - that is all

  • @jasonawilliams
    @jasonawilliams Před 20 dny

    No. Global Shutter. Enough said.

  • @gardien340
    @gardien340 Před 20 dny

    that was a lot of talk for a vague statement :)

  • @TheVoyagerFilm
    @TheVoyagerFilm Před 20 dny

    The picture from this camera looks like a "video", not a "film". Overly detailed image... Sent back

  • @nguyenkien5837
    @nguyenkien5837 Před 5 dny

    Red is 10 time better

  • @ShazammtheProducer
    @ShazammtheProducer Před 21 dnem +1

    Why do you CZcamsrs always have to be so fake extreme lol. You don’t have to sell anything they use the same mount.

    • @damiencooper
      @damiencooper  Před 21 dnem

      Because I’m not made out of money 😂

  • @charlesteton
    @charlesteton Před 20 dny

    😭😭😭

  • @DULENSHK
    @DULENSHK Před 13 dny

    Keep the RED