Relationships with objects, instruments and tools is not unidirectional. I goes both ways. We adapt our practice under the object materials, shape, etc. as we use them to create and build, we shape them, they shape us. We usually forget that and consumption lead us to shallow interactions with our tools. Great that you put some insights on this regarding upgrading gear. Enjoy your new tool.
I think you’ll have a fun time editing the files from the R5 too. There’s a lot more dynamic range than the 5D mk iv. I’m a wedding photographer who doesn’t shoot Canon but all my second shooters do. Half of them shoot on the R5 and half shoot on 5Dmkiv and I always struggle recovering the 5D images that are shot in less than ideal lighting situations.
This couldn't have come at a better time! I JUST bought the r5 when I realized how much the price had been slashed with the release of the mark ii. I was hesitant to move towards mirrorless but I rented the r5 for a job a couple months ago and loved it. Excited for this new chapter!
Good choice, Wesley. My R5 has a shutter count of close to 800k and still works like a charm for me. To this day, I shoot all of my client work and even giant billboards on the same camera, which works, especially in combination with the fantastic 28-70 f2, which I vastly prefer over primes for its flexibility. There is no need to switch systems, especially regarding digital cameras, which peaked 5 years ago, and you only get incremental tiny upgrades for a lot of money.
Changing gear is a serious endeavor when you are serious about photography. I have too many cameras (long story), and have been thinking about consolidating around a single body and a handful of lenses. Your process is one i will keep for that time. Thanks for the valuable insights you share every week.
I like the way you think about gear, and I tend to share it. We (broadly) have been convinced that the only thing standing between us and great photographs is a new camera, a new lens. I like an upgrade as much as the next guy, but I try to be smart about it. The “circular economy” approach of buying used is wonderful.
when you buy an R5, you need to buy at least a new lens; the 24-70 that you have (plus others that you mentions) fits perfectly a Canon 1DX (mark 1 or 2) so you are saving by not buying a new lens plus you still have the lens that you are used with. just another option
I wanted one “native” RF lens so the 24-70mm made the most sense since it’s generally my go-to for much client work and I figured my EF 85mm would make for a better keep to use with the adapter I ordered, will report back!
Relationships with objects, instruments and tools is not unidirectional. I goes both ways. We adapt our practice under the object materials, shape, etc. as we use them to create and build, we shape them, they shape us. We usually forget that and consumption lead us to shallow interactions with our tools. Great that you put some insights on this regarding upgrading gear. Enjoy your new tool.
This is such a truth! Thanks Claudio!
I think you’ll have a fun time editing the files from the R5 too. There’s a lot more dynamic range than the 5D mk iv. I’m a wedding photographer who doesn’t shoot Canon but all my second shooters do. Half of them shoot on the R5 and half shoot on 5Dmkiv and I always struggle recovering the 5D images that are shot in less than ideal lighting situations.
That’s exciting to hear, thank you Andrew!
This couldn't have come at a better time! I JUST bought the r5 when I realized how much the price had been slashed with the release of the mark ii. I was hesitant to move towards mirrorless but I rented the r5 for a job a couple months ago and loved it. Excited for this new chapter!
yesssss very cool!
Good choice, Wesley. My R5 has a shutter count of close to 800k and still works like a charm for me. To this day, I shoot all of my client work and even giant billboards on the same camera, which works, especially in combination with the fantastic 28-70 f2, which I vastly prefer over primes for its flexibility. There is no need to switch systems, especially regarding digital cameras, which peaked 5 years ago, and you only get incremental tiny upgrades for a lot of money.
Glad to hear you had a great experience with it too!
Changing gear is a serious endeavor when you are serious about photography. I have too many cameras (long story), and have been thinking about consolidating around a single body and a handful of lenses. Your process is one i will keep for that time. Thanks for the valuable insights you share every week.
Thank you for the kind words Don, always appreciated! I am curious to see how the process will go for you!
Thanks for the shoutout of my shoutout, Wesley. 😆
I like the way you think about gear, and I tend to share it. We (broadly) have been convinced that the only thing standing between us and great photographs is a new camera, a new lens. I like an upgrade as much as the next guy, but I try to be smart about it. The “circular economy” approach of buying used is wonderful.
Thanks Bill! Glad you’re also in that mind set!
I love my R5. It loves my older lens (using the adapter). Cheers on the new rig
Im super excited to try out the adapter with my EF 85mm
when you buy an R5, you need to buy at least a new lens; the 24-70 that you have (plus others that you mentions) fits perfectly a Canon 1DX (mark 1 or 2) so you are saving by not buying a new lens plus you still have the lens that you are used with. just another option
I wanted one “native” RF lens so the 24-70mm made the most sense since it’s generally my go-to for much client work and I figured my EF 85mm would make for a better keep to use with the adapter I ordered, will report back!
Are you still keeping your EF 24-70 for now? Can you try it with the adapter and let us know how it compares to the RF 24-70?
No I am trading it in too and getting the new one