Canon’s NEW Auto Focus is MIND-BLOWING!!! CRUSHES Sony & Nikon! (R1 / R5 Mark II AF Review)

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With the introduction of the Canon EOS R1 and R5 Mark II that both have the digic accelerator processor, Canon's Auto Focus is the best in the industry. I know some people will say, "how can you make such claims?". Simple, I've used every single camera Canon, Nikon and Sony have put out in the last decade. I've used them all in the real world from World Series's to photographing friends and family, I know.

Canon's Dual Pixel AF was already the best in the industry, with Sony's a9 III being the closest to matching AF quality. Now with the two new cameras, Canon has gone beyond what Nikon or Sony has done in the AF world. Once again, let me reiterate, ALL Mirrorless Cameras have better auto focus then their DSLR predecessor.

This video takes you inside the R1 and R5 Mark II to see the Auto Focus in action.

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[Sooch]

As a Nikon Z9 owner I have to say that this Canon autofocus tech is astounding! That also said, I am over the moon happy with my Z9 autofocus. I kinda feel like I have a 2020 sports car and the new R1/R5 is a 2025 sports cars. Both are awesome.

[DanielRodriguez-fgll]

I pointed my Z9 at this youtube video and it tracks Jared eyes all the time... that is good enough for me.

[Ashmodai]

The EyeAF (not Eye Control AF!) instantly jumping between the correct person playing is just magic....

[duvalpenny]

I thought you were capping but the video proves it. This is incredible.

[tomi]

The continual tech advances happening in the camera and lens world is crazy exciting. Compared to back in the days of shooting a Nikon F4 and F5, todays cameras are absolutely amazing!

[MisAnkic]

I hope Fuji engineers will not watch this, it would be very painful!

[Gmon]

I love my R5M1. I don't see too much of a reason to buy/upgrade to the new R5 but I am impressed with the evolution of the autofocus tech, and you're right. All this new autofocus technology will allow the professional photographer to capture those shots that prior they would have missed. Excellent video.

[michaelatlas]

Yesterday: "THE CANON R1 IS SO NOT A FLAGSHIP!!!!" Today: "CANON'S NEW AF IS MIND BLOWING CRUSHES SONY & NIKON!!!" 😄

[BW_Maher]

Thanks Dude. I had almost convinced myself that I didn't need to upgrade my R5 before I saw this. That was very impressive.

[BehindTheKitOfficial]

Been waiting a time for Canon to take the next step forward from Dual Pixel autofocus. Great to see their tech pushing forward and I’m excited to see the rest of the manufacturers answer the call!

[MaybeAnnatar]

Ya know what, I've been looking to upgrade from my 90D, I think it's time to pull the trigger and get an R5 Mk.2. The autofocus isn't like bad on the 90D, but this makes it look like I'm in the stoneage.

[rumrill]

This is the best explanation I've seen so far of the new AF system. Until seeing this, I was a bit lukewarm about both of these cameras. For motorsports, the pre-capture combined with subject tracking would be amazing.

[brucegraner]

You're the first reviewer I've seen to point out the Wow factor in these new cameras. Everyone else seems slightly disappointed. I'd very much like to see this AF in a substantially upgraded R7. What do you think the future of the R3 will be?

[ShadesofGreen]

As a Z8 owner that Canon autofocus is outstanding. I have to say though, the Z8 blows me away.

[andrescarrasco]

a wise Jared Polin said once: if you can´t get the photo with any moderm mirroless, the camera isn´t the problem, I agree with my A7III that has never failed me

[DrewPera]

No lie, if you're a sports photographer the R1 looks pretty amazing.

[kennethlui]

The Action Priority alone, in my world, is worth the price of the R5II. You are the only one so far to say that the latest Canon AF is the best in the history of AF. I already have one R5 which is still a great camera. I pre-ordered R5II to get second body. No brainer to me.

[DJ.]

Cant wait to get this tech in an R7 mkii

[NeilSnapePhotography]

These days it is so hard to stay honest and express your opinions. I agree even though I am in Sony for the time being, Canon has forged ahead, and continue to do so. For what you do Canon is the better choice. I am always 5 years behind, so you can imagine how happy I will be whatever the brand I update to, even knowing Canon is the best.

[bestbass]

I Watched your other two videos about the R1 and R5, amazing how Canon haven't really bigged up this AF system, its going to end up being the big selling point.