Buying The EOS R in 2024 - Best Entry Level Camera from Canon? 

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Hi Vasko. I haven't even watched this before I got my used EOS R last week, but I fully agree with everything you said on this video about EOS R. I sold most of my old EF gear along with half of my pristine primes to get mine with 30k shutter count. But boy do I love it. I haven't been taking much photos lately. With a toddler, it is hard to pick up my 6D on the go. I just use my phone, because it is just there, in my pocket, 100% of the time. And to be honest, phone cameras have come a long way since I got my 6D (mark 1) some many years ago. But in the meanwhile, all my camera gears in the bag was just sitting there gathering dust. So I thought it was time I got myself a new camera. I've been looking at EOS R10 for a long time, very affordable, compact enough to be carried everywhere, has super fast autofocus and continuous shooting. I tossed between R10 and a secondhand 6D II for obvious reasons (which by the way, is not easy to come by or cheap by any means). I have very briefly thought about getting R7 instead of R10, which looked really good in paper, and then stumbled upon the full frame R8. And that's where EOS R came in. I just couldn't go to R7, for the crop factor, as all my EF lenses (or what's left of it now), was suited for full frame focal length. And R8's poor battery meant that it wasn't really suited for me on the go. Oh, talking about the battery life though, do you know what I also love about EOS R? It's the battery. I can use my old batteries from 6D on it, which saves me hundreds of dollars on buying new extra batteries of EOS R10 or R8. I remember when EOS R first came out back in 2018, it was NOT a camera people raved about in anyway. It was the single memory card slot, the multifunction slide button thingy (as opposed to a joystick), the autofocus (since improved with firmware update, I hear) etc etc. I certainly wasn't interested in buying one then. But in 2024, 5D IV sensor and the eye detect dual pixel autofocus at a very 'affordable' price (second hand) is surprisingly very attractive all of a sudden. I love how it feels on my hand, I love the touch screen, I love that literally all the buttons can be customised. I have only had EOS R for just a few days, and haven't even had a chance to take it out on a shoot, but I am hoping it will spark a new light in me to want to go out and take more photos of my extremely fast growing toddler. By the way, if you must know, I sold Canon 24mm II f/1.4, Sigma Art 35mm f/1.4, Sigma Art 50mm f/1.4, among few others to get my hands on EOS R. I kept all my EF zoom lenses Canon 17-40mm f/4, Tamron 24-70mm f/2.8, Tamron 70-200 f/2.8 And just ONE prime lens remains with me now, Canon 85mm f/1.2 (mark 1) - I loved this lens so much back in the days, I just couldn't part with it, and I am glad I didn't. It somehow seems to focus better, more accurately, faster than I remember with 6D. I know, I shouldn't have sold all those primes, because I absolutely love them all still, but with a toddler, I just can't justify going out with a suitcase full of lenses, and if I am going to go out, I will not be going out with a single 35mm lens on the body, or even two lenses, 24mm and 50mm, because it will take me too long to change the lens, I will miss the shot. I will choose 24-70 f/2.8 any day for it's versatility. Love your work. Keep making these great videos. Just about to check out your EOS R menu settings video from a year ago, although, I have already watched someone else's earlier in the week (that's how RU-vid generated an algorithm and directed me to your videos) and I think I have it set up to my liking now, but you never know what you don't know. So, see you in your next video.

The best RU-vid video I have ever seen. Vasko knows what he is talking about and I could understand his English. Thanks

Sounds like a great overview. I'm replacing a 15-year old 1DS Mark III (RIP) so I need a full frame replacement. I tried one out from a local camera club member who is selling it. Gotta get used to the controls on it. Images seem to be really good.

Great content and very informative My Man. Keep up the excellent work

I use my EOS R with Atomos Ninja V = C log 10 bit 4.2.2 - no time limit no over heating amazing image

Outstanding genuine assesment. Thank you.

Thanks for showing love, to the R!

I've been using the EOS R camera with the RF 28-70 2.0 as my main lens for 4 years now. Love everything about it! Yes I miss focus here and there but that's not too big a deal. I'm looking to do more video now and I still find it hard to dump money into something else. R8 has peeked my interest a bit, but I don't think I'll be able to deal with the small body and battery. Would you recommend an upgrade at this point or no?

you already rocking mines for two years now! 💯

Was thinking on changing my R for R6mkii. I’ll save money and use it to travel instead, thanks for such a sober overview

Awesome vids as always! Just have a question, thinking of using this for music photography(small gigs, bars, etc)? Not big prod concerts just yet. No budget for the R5/6 yet but thinking of this or the R7.

I agree with you on the feel/funness of using the R. I have the R8 and had the R6M2 but the R has the absolute BEST grip and overall feel to it. LOVE LOVE LOVE shooting with this camera and plan on keeping it mainly for that reason alone.

Very Good review 🎉🎉🎉

I'm still shooting with an R, and as a Photographer it does everything I need it to, but moving into more video looking into possibly picking up the Sony FX30, or FX3

I have owned the R with EF glass for several years now. I use it for landscapes and Macro photography. Absolutely love the image quality for the price.

Good review, a commenter below mentioned this too: there're 3 types of viewers. 😎

this guy deserves a sub!

Interesting things you said about PMO lenses. All the way I was looking for compact zoom lenses. I tried several EF 70-300 zoom lenses under $1000, but they weren't sharp enough even at f/8. I recently got an RF 100-400. And it's amazing when you compare it to the EF lenses I've tried in the past. It is dark, but quite sharp and gives good contrast. I use it for bird photography. And this is a good choice. So I don't think it's PMO technology that makes lenses worse. Most likely, you need to study a specific lens, test it and draw conclusions on a specific model. As for the Canon R, it's an amazing camera. I bought it new in 2022. Photography is my hobby, and I can’t imagine a better camera for the hobby than the Canon R. I came to your channel looking for information on whether it’s worth replacing this camera with a more expensive one, but so far I don’t see why I should pay $1000 above. I photograph landscapes, architecture, sometimes people and birds. This camera is more than enough for this. Thank you for the information and good luck!

Love the video. Would you help recommend a better option from eos r. I was looking at the sony a7c ii. I need a camera specifically for video. What do u think? I also own a canon 35mm like the one on

the new update has made the eye focus much more efficient, also. i really love this camera.

Great video! Love it! If shooting tethered, there is no need for extra slots. Also you can back up wirelessly to a tablet from the Eos R.

I own the r6 I know no one who ever had a failing sd card. Its mire likely that the camera falls in water all togehter and the images are gone or the canera drops with the Lens. Which means pros should always run two bodies there is your backup

It depends what you need the camera for. Portraits, events, even products… yes. Wildlife, fast action, sports? The AF on the others and the IBIS kills it. I am an amateur- so I am not under pressure to process stuff quickly: The R7, with Darktable, gives me astonishing results. I have iso 10000 of owls in the dark that comes out clean yet full of detail. Thinking of getting an R for the 3 times a year I want a FF body for landscape

I did not know about the acrylic lens elements in the new RF lenses! Thanks! I still love my 50mm 1.8 RF lens its phenomenal value and my images are nice and crispy. Not as 3D as the 1.2 models but nonetheless a good value for a native lens.

Man, thanks for this great video and review! You helped me a lot to make a decision which camera will be my upgrade. Yup, it will be Canon EOS R ;)

I just upgraded my partners m50 to a rp to use as a 2nd camera alongside my r6ii but the size of the rp was really starting to cramp my fingers up with how small it is it didn’t help I was playing with the rf200-800 on it which I wouldn’t normally be using on that as I’d be using the r6ii with the telephoto and the second body would normally have the ef16-35 f2.8 L on Well after yesterdays play I’m now tempted to move the rp up to the R for the better size plus I don’t have to buy any more batteries as have half a dozen for the r6ii &my partners r7

I just bought this never used for $800.00. Can’t wait to shoot with it.

Question.. i have the eos r and like it fine, but at times i want a flash to use in lower light similar to what the Canon GX 7 will do. Any recommendations for that? small etc. would be great. Thanks!

I completely agree with the choice of the EF 50mm 1.4. It is a top lens.

Have been really close to pulling the trigger on the new R8 used for 1100$ ish, but the Eos R EVF and Battery keep me coming back. I do wish the stickiness of the AF was a little better in low light and with models with glasses but its just not a deal breaker yet for me.

I'm a Canon DSLR shooter (APS-C and full-frame) who has an R50 (for vlogging and talking head) and is considering adding a reasonably-priced full-frame mirrorless to the stable. The R is my top candidate. The two card slots thing seems overrated. When we all shot film, our only backup was a second camera. With digital, we still have that option.

EOS R is a Photo Beast! If you are a "Photographer" and dont need 4k 60 or IBIS please don't pass this one up. Canon Colors are amazing and the eye/face AF is still VERY GOOD. The EVF (important!) and screen is still unmatched at this price point. Cheers.

i bought r62 to upgrade my eos r，then i compared this two cams image quality ，i couldn't tell the difference.But i am going to take pics for my children, eos r 's afc system always lost focus，R62 seems much more reliable. thx for yr vid.

Or there are 3 types of viewers, the 3rd being people that already own the EOS R (me) and wanting to hear if it still stands up to the more expensive newer cameras. I keep looking to upgrade it but can't afford the R5 and don't think the others offer more than than EOS R does. Except maybe some animal eye tracking

Planning to buy a camera now goona upgrade from 5d mark ii . Which one would be better eor r or r8 . I have used eos r once in a while ,But havent worked with r8 . Main purpose is portrait and product. And for the client pressure Instagram reel .plz do suggest .

I have the R10 and love it but thinking about getting the R. Do you think it’s a huge upgrade or worth it ? I mainly do sports photography and some portraits.

I love my R!

Hi, I’m planning to get my first full frame camera in 2024. I struggle for choosing between 2nd hand 200k shutter count EOS R with 900$ and brand new R8 with 1200$. I really love the EOS R body with tiny screen on top and mainly shoot street photography. I wonder does R8 worth the price for better AF and ISO performance compared to EOS R? Need help in deciding between this two cameras.

Love my EosR unfortunately I tried to fix my sd card slot myself and ended up doing damage to main board. 😢 it’s been down for 5 months

I prefer the rustic look out of the R, seems better for wedding photography and cinematic video look without a lot of edit needed We need more of those pro sensor and mid range features at a low price

Canon RF 16mm 2.8 is a great option for native lens if you want to shoot in 4k with the crop.

I love the EosR

Hi I have had the R for 3 years but never used video 😆 🤣 but still learning ... I was thinking about trading up to r7/r8/r62 or r52 ...lol😂 For the af tracking ...birds and cars 🚗 any advice? Wait r52 as I have all rf L glass ,14-35F4, 24-105 f4 and 100-500 L f7.1

Would you recommend the R over RP ? just need a photo camera for client work

The price is the same for the R8 model. I prefered the r8 given that shares the same sensor as the R6 Mark II and IT WORKS.

Who is this camera for? Well let me add my reasons why I am currently in the market for a used one. a) I need a digital back for my Leica M and Minolta MD lenses. b) I need a tool to digitise/scan my negatives using an old but sharp macro lens. c) to replace my Canon 6D.

The R is a great camera, I upgraded to the R3 but I still use the R

Hi Vasko, i have the eosR now for 4 years and use it for everything also stream with de R and only i mis the krop so i think for birds and deer shots i buy the eosr7 is that a good choice? I have de 100-400 rf but the R I miss the most shots. Thanks for this video, greetz from the Netherlands 😊

Can you create review of R8? Is it better than R??? Im looking to buy a new camera and Im stuck 😢

I have this camera the R50 and R8

The EOS R looks better to me. I just bought a second hand one recently to use with my R6 mk2.

Is the EOS R good from train photography? I have a T7 now and am looking for an upgrade!

Sparkles 😂✨🤣 The best 😅

R is not entry level! Its Pro!👍👍 r5 is better only because ibis

That flickering crap in the video is annoying.

in my opinion the canon r8 is much better. it has much better video specs, better dynmaic range, , better autofocus and improved color science. the osr sensor is very old. r8 is cheaper than the eosr in my country as well

I really don’t like when it’s called “entry level” 😂

r7 looks way better

sir i want Eos R Camera Please help i give u Money Sir Pls Help

Bro this video looks so amateur. Garbage camera. Horrible look. Yellow and green?! Sony is way better