The Canon R8: Why this is the Ultimate Camera For YOU!
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- čas přidán 2. 06. 2024
- Putting the Canon R8 to the test for both photo and video. A powerful and well priced full frame camera in a compact body, but how does it really stand up?
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Putting the Canon R8 to the test for both photo and video. A powerful and well priced full frame camera in a compact body, but how does it really stand up?
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0:00 - Intro
1:33 - Price & value for money
1:58 - Size weight & design
3:13 - Sensor & resolution
3:44 - AF Performance
4:10 - ISO & lowlight performance
4:27 - Burst shooting
4:44 - Weather sealing
5:11 - Video specs
6:08 - Overheating??
6:44 - Downsides to the R8
6:59 - No IBIS a dealbreaker?
7:52 = Battery life & overcoming it
9:02 - SD slot
9:51 - Should you buy this camera?
10:38 - Final thoughts
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As a working pro, have a couple of R3s, and always put one of these in my bag for those just in case moments. It sure holds up to the quality of the R3.
I bought an R8 after I saw a few folks shooting with them, while I was in Japan. Nice little travel camera. I use mine along side my Ricoh GR3. Great combo.
That sounds like an awesome setup!
Glad I found your channel, I just switched to the R8 for my channel to shoot all my golf content and it's pretty incredible. Great to see another Aussie on CZcams
Excellent review.
Love the R8, especially as B-Cam. For interviews I added a 65W PowerBook, endless battery life with that.
I got the heatmeter coming on in 4K 25fps, it did blink with overheat warning after 1,5 hours. This is good enough and I still can shoot som stuff in 1080 anyways. That said: like the image quality, colours and how it pairs with my R7. Thanks to your review, have to go back to Asia one day, miss Japan and also Korea and China. Cheers 👍🏻
Great review man! Looks like an awesome camera.
Thank you man! Definitely impressed with it
you pictures are one of the best ive ever seen. too crisp.
Thanks for the video TK. I have the R5 and have been looking into and EDC. The R8 and the 28mm pancake looks like the ticket for me.
So welcome! The R8 with a pancake or even something like the 35mm 1.8 which is pretty light and compact seems like a great EDC option to me!
What lenses were you using? I just got the R8, I can't wait to go to Japan with it!
Lack of IBIS is really not a issue... the camera is sooooo small and light you can use it all day on a small gimball like the DJI RS 3 Mini ...
Damm true i use it for cinematics with RF STM lenses from canon and they have stabilisation too.
Also most cameras since the SL2 have had decent performance at higher ISOs anyway, I've shot at 6400 and 12400 ISO without anyone complaining about grainy photos on my SL2, most people who are just posting for Instagram tend to add in artificial grain in post anyway
Will be getting this soon along with the 14 35 lens
It's a beast,I love my R8
Which lens did you use in the video footages? Thank you!
Just bought one, my first full Frame Canon after shooting with a Canon Digital Rebel T3i for more than 12 years now. It's a good enoug upgrade for what I will shoot with the camera... mostly stills, low light, some professional work stuff and landscapes. Do very light video which is not a priority for me. It's nice the camera does have better video than anything else I have for an occasional clip.
What lens did you use for the R8 in this video???
Can you record video while you feed the camera using a powerbank? Just to be sure, little confused here.
Excellent shots and points as always! Canon hasn't always made it easy to be a fan of their RF rollout, but the R8 is a MASSIVE exception, the value here is incredible. Particularly for photo-first shooters, this camera is incredibly capable. And I really like the 50mm and 28mm options as affordable, small, everyday options.
For those interested in picking up an R8, add a second battery in your cart from day 1. Some people may even want a third, but I'd call a second one almost essential.
Thanks you dude and I totally agree! I think it’s a camera that would best suit so so many people’s needs. For stills you really can’t fault it. Plus throw in some great video specs, hard to go past!
how long does the battery last at 4k 60 10bit (not light) clog?
Yeah, lack of IBIS hasn’t hindered me. It’s great overall, and if I need steady shots I use an IS lens anyway. For the price, the size… you can’t go wrong with the R8.
Facts 💯
When will your lut be available? And where can i purchase? Amazing work!
I’m hoping to have them up soon! I already have two I use pretty consistently but just want to add a couple more! Will be on my website when available 👍🏼
My favorite camera to use for video! Idk why but my images don't quite seem as sharp as I want them to be
Using the RP for past few years I really am finding it difficult to decide on the R8 for how portable it is to travel with all day vs some of the nicer features of the R6ii like the viewfinder, joystick & larger battery. Will the R6ii just get left behind due to the extra weight or do those features really translate into the more enjoyable shooting experience and inspire you to want to use it more than the R8.
I’m facing the exact same dilemma! What did you decide? Please make up my mind for me.
I would have gone R6ii in the end but I decided to upgrade my fuji system so went from the XT2 to the XH2 instead as I just find it more enjoyable system to use most of the time. The Canon is great especially image quality so I will keep using the RP for now as still gets the job done and may look to upgrade to R6ii down the track if can find one at a good price..@@_noahrh
I ended up going with the R6 m2! I just got back from a trip to Central America with it and it worked out great. I think people exaggerate how much bigger it is than the R8/RP - it’s barely larger, and much more comfortable. I loved the RP but I am glad I went with the R6m2, this feels like a camera I will have for years and grow into.
@@_noahrhThanks for this message! Have the same dilemma and new R6 m1 in my country is even sligthly cheaper than the R8. So I will probably go this way from RP.
What lens are you using for the first photos?
Do you how it’s comparing to Sony A7C2 ? Especially the AF speed and stabilisation ?
I haven't used the A7C II so can't comment too much. AF on both will be great though. R8 doesn't have stabilisation so no comparison there. Getting slightly more from the A7C II on paper but the R8 is also much cheaper, current sale prices here in Aus its about $1k less.
Which one would you recommend, the sony a6700 or the canon r8. They're are about the same price
R8. because it's full frame.
I was about to buy it with some great lenses, but I live in the Caribbean and I learned that due to the hot climate, the R8 would overheat quickly if I shoot in 4K 60ips because it doesn't have a cooling fan. So I decided that I'd buy a Panasonic Lumix S5 II instead
Hey TK ! Thank you for the awesome video on the R8. It is my main camera for a few months now and my only full frame.
I wonder, what are your video settings ?
I shoot everything handheld 99% of the time because I'm the run & gun type of photographer, mainly doing street photography (here in Osaka, Japan). And I find my footages to be quite shaky or wobbly.
Your videos are absolutely superb and I would like to be able to produce the same level of quality. So if you have any advice , I would be grateful to read them. Thank you!
Do you use electronic stabilization in the R8? I shot video at 105mm with no lens stabilization recently, and the video turned out relatively smooth.
Appreciate that and thanks for checking out the vid 😊
Here’s a few things I focus on, hopefully some help a little bit!
For me practice can really help, practicing all different types of movements and shots, sometimes anything with movement I’ll even redo a few times to practice the same movement a few times.
Position wise, I tend to really lock my elbows to my side and create all the movement at my legs or body where possible, sometimes a bit like a lunge if moving forward or back. Keeping the camera as close to the body as possible. You’ll look silly doing it sometimes but it all helps 😅 When locking in your elbows like this, just turning your body without moving your arms will help with those panning type movements also!
Settings wise shooting in 50 or 60fps and slowing it down in post can definitely help. I didn’t use the slow motion FHD much on the R8 but this will also be easier to create smooth motion.
Hope some of these are helpful in some way, definitely practice over time really helps me get smoother with different types of shots 😊 so that’s the biggest one for me!
@@JP1050x I will, thank you.
@@TKNORTH very helpful, thank you !
Yeh try out the digital IS but depending whether lenses have IS you might notice a difference as well!
Thanks for the review! I’m very interested in this camera, however, I’m a bit hesitant due to lens limitations. What’s your take on it? My other option would be a Sony A6700 (I know it’s an APS-C 🙁) which offers way more options when it comes to lenses.
Thanks so much! I think for me definitely deciding whether you want APS-C vs Full Frame is a big deciding factor. In the same line of thinking around lenses, if there’s any chance you might go full frame in the future it will totally change your lens lineup once you do.
I totally get there’s way more options on Sony for lenses but ultimately it might depend on you and what particular lenses you use. Nowadays I’m finding sticking to 2-3 lenses and reducing what I’m carrying is most ideal. I’d say across all budgets there’s a few different options in Canon’s lineup for a versatile lens setup, even though it is much more limited! So it just depends a bit what you’re after!
@@TKNORTH thanks for the feedback! Some really good points. I think it's the best to go full frame once and for all... it definitely makes more sense moneywise!
I think I should buy it for my CZcams studio
If you were to buy a camera today, which one would you choose for vlogging, podcasting, documentary content, and occasional photography - Sony FX3, Canon R6 Mark II, or ZV-E1
ZV-E1, although I am a MFT user.
Actually, Canon R8 can easily be the number 1 seller if they allow some lenses like Sigma 24 to 70mm F2.8 with IS for RF version. The L series 24-105mm can be offered with it at a reduced price. A person who is upgrading himself/herself from APS-C to full frame needs two types of lens at first 1) an overall zoom lens with IS and 2) a prime (with IS if possible). Canon offered two good cheap primes with IS (24mm and 35mm f1.8) but Canon does not offer a cheap overall zoom lens. Sigma RF 24-70mm F2.8 could be a solution but having IS is important as R8 does not have IBIS. For this reason, Canon can offer R8 and RF24-105mm F4 together at a cheap prime combo offer.
Sony describes your needs 😅. Switch bro.
Use adapter
Will I face any issues if I use flash with electronic shutter?
Flash isn't available with electronic shutter.
I am in Japan right now, looking for a second hand Fujifilm. Cannot find any good fuji but that's crazy how many R8 are in sale !! Something is wrong with this camera i think. Looks great on the paper but maybe not that great... maybe stabilisation and battery...
It's nothing wrong with the camera, it's a beast 💯
R6 £1399 @ LCE and R8 £1569 @ LCE in the UK 2/12/23 prices. R6 was £2499 when 1st released! WOW what a bargain....
From what I have seen so far, R8 has a problem with keeping the consistent colors and exposure moving in and out of a high contrast situations, where ZV-E1 seems to excel.
Awesome R8, but missing larger batt, only x1 SD slot, extra wheel dial on rear (for exp comp), 5 axis in-body Image stabilisation and only the 2.69 mdot EVF compared to the R6 3.69mdot EVF. But R8 is lighter, smaller, has very slightly better colours, slightly faster, higher shutter speed 1/16000 in Electronic mode, 24mp vs 20mp.
Lol
Use lens with stabilization in the lens. No problem.
My son still has and uses my old 16mp Canon T2i that I used from Philippines to Japan and Canada still works great takes great video in 1080 no camera that im aware of had more than one card slot and no one complained. Write speeds were nothing compared to today again no complaints. There reliable and take great pictures and video. Want to be a walk around vlogger? Get the R50. Pay attention you see most vloggers use tripod in their so called studios. Life is too short to be stupid, stop trying to be a television studio ang buy the damn thing get a good prime or a good zoom canons not the only lens that fit this mount and have some photography adventures
Seems like a great camera, but I’m disappointed that Canon has no weather sealed affordable lenses. All the sub $1000 lenses seem to be unsealed. Weird since the R8 and past R bodies are sealed.
I think the digital IS doesn’t get enough credit. With it turned on and a stabilized lens you really shouldn’t have a problem
Yeh I think it's fine for pretty much most things, especially combined with a lens that has IS. Not crucial for me but going back to my regular camera with IBIS you can definitely notice a difference though.
Does R8 digital IS work with third party manual lenses?
You say it shares the autofocus system with the R3?? the R3 has full tracking & autofocus at 30 fps ?? R8 the same ? REALLY ?? Don't think so !
Heya I'm not exactly sure what you mean by this as the R8 does share the same processor and focusing engine as the R3, so you are getting basically the same performance in AF. Pretty awesome for the price difference!
If comparing the burst rates this is something totally different. The R8 actually shoots up to 40fps though, the difference here is that this is the electronic shutter. Still super impressive though!
@@TKNORTH Having done some more research it seems I owe you an apology the R8 does have the same autofocus engine as the R3 but whereas the R3 will keep going until the card is full the R8 soon hits the buffer also the R3 doesn't have any rolling shutter issues due to the stacked sensor
Hi Nigel! Yeh spot on, the AF definitely isn't the limiting factor, but it's definitely missing other things compared to the R3! Like you've mentioned for fast moving scenes like sports, the R3 with the stacked sensor is pretty hard to beat!
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