Travel Photography Tips & Insights
R5 MK II First Impressions 🎥
Jun
After years of shooting with Canon’s 5D Mark IV, I was beyond ready to upgrade to the Canon R5 Mark II. The hype was real, and I couldn’t wait to take it out for a spin. But what I didn’t expect? To feel totally overwhelmed.
I’ve been a travel photographer for over 15 years. My DSLR cameras are second nature to me- like an extension of myself. Picking up the R5 Mk II honestly made me feel like a beginner again. The electronic viewfinder felt super foreign. I remember first seeing it and thinking,
“Wow, this is going to be fun.”
That was almost immediately followed by the realization that actually… this was going to be hard.
Some of the key settings I’m used to were different, and even small things, like how the display turns on and off with a proximity sensor, which with both the LDC and EVF being digital completely threw me off.
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What I Cover in the Video
In the video below, I break down what surprised me most about the transition from DSLR to mirrorless- both the friction and the fun:
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The EVF learning curve- and honestly, how weird it feels at first
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My first impressions of dynamic range and color rendering
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Why I skipped the original R5 and waited for this version
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The one new feature I love with the new RF lens design (that I didn’t expect to love or care much about)
If you’re thinking about switching to a mirrorless body, or already have and feel like you’re secretly struggling to adjust- this one’s for you.
Watch the Video
Hit play to hear the full story, and drop a comment if you’ve had a similar experience. I’d love to hear how your transition went. And if you find it helpful, give it a like or subscribe to my YouTube channel- it really helps me keep sharing more.
PS. Don’t miss the dance break!
