Canon EOS RP in 2023 - buy it over the R8 and R?

In this video, I'm shining a light on the Canon RP and comparing it to the R8 and R, to see if you should buy the more expensive and new camera over the original mirrorless OGs.

While the R8 and R are both great cameras, the RP offers the most affordable full-frame goodness. I take a look at their features and give you a comparison of the three cameras. So whether you're looking for the best camera or just want to know whether or not the Canon RP is a good option, this video is for you!

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[garethbartlett]

Do you have a problem always wanting to buy new gear? Hands up. No judgment....

[Bear]

Little RP tip... If you initiate Sensor cleaning and then turn the power switch to off, after 2 and a half clicks the shutter curtain stays down like the R does. Turning the camera back on retracts the sensor.
I use it most of the time and haven't had any issues.

[burtwelly]

My sons therapist recommended for him to take a hobby to help with depression, so we ended up taking up photography been something we could do togeather and both learn from, brought a r and the rp, both cameras are awesome for what we use them for, but I find the rp just so much easier and more compact to use, can’t tell the difference in images really, may be a pro could get the most out of them, but reckon they will last us a lifetime

[Skylabz]

Just got the RP and I'm still using it with old EF lenses with lens attachments. Even with those it's done everything I hoped it would and got some beautiful shots. Can't imagine pictures being any sharper tbh.

[jrm]

The RP works for me. Compact & Great colors/sharpness for stills…Not sure why it’s “crapped” on by gear fanatics 🤷🏽‍♂.

[labjunky]

It’s my first time seeing your content. Your statement that basically newer isn’t better solidified this video for me. Good stuff👍🏾

[deanrobertnoble]

Love my RP. Got a mint used one for £500. I’m a stills guy with very occasional video so it fits my requirements very well. There are no perfect cameras; the trick is to find one that’s perfect for you.

Great video; thankyou.

[AntonandSinan]

Great video! RP has been our main camera for a while now. It's excellent for travel video content that we create and for the price, you can't beat it. We got ours brand new for €999 with the 24-105 lens included.

[georges]

I think the problem with the RP when it was released was that too many content creators were much too eager to hold it to the same standards as more expensive full-frame mirrorless bodies like the Nikon Z6 or the Sony α7 III. I even recall a video where they were seriously trying to argue the case against the RP because they pitted it against an α7R IV with a G Master lens versus the RP's 50mm 1.8. As if that was ever meant to be the RP's competition...

The RP was always meant to be one thing: A cheap introduction to the full-frame mirrorless market. It remains the cheapest full-frame mirrorless body in the market to this day and if you only care about photos and up to a semi-professional level, the RP is one of the most compelling options today.

As a long-term EOS M user (mainly M6 and M3), I was glad to upgrade to the RP. Not only a terrific performance boost, but also superb low-light results and the eye-tracking AF is an absolute treat for me as a portrait photographer. Not to mention that I didn't need a single new battery pack thanks to my M models. The only thing that is slightly disappointing is the burst speed of 4fps. That would be the only reason why I'd get the R8 in the future, if I needed to. But that said, there isn't much else that I dislike about my RP and I am looking forward to keep getting the most out of it.

[philjaxon]

Agreed, if ur a pro, go for the r8/r6ii. If you’re a hobbiest like mr stick the rp. I have the rp and I use my camera for family events and occasionally at my sons sporting events. It is fantastic. Yes, even for sports. Save the money and get other gear that make shooting better

[theprofessionalhomie]

Amazing delivery of information, and even more amazing personality my man! Hilarious cliff hanger at the end too. Thanks for making this for the world!

[mkbuhain]

hell of a video, love your content man!

[naybular]

Such a great Video! Thanks for making this video for all of us. Did all your vlog shot using 24-105L?, it's seem quite too wide for Digital Stabilization. Also, did you recorded in 1080p for this video cuz the focus seem decent? Thank for answers in advance :) Cheers

[kenl]

for a hobby photographer like me who is most of the time taking pictures during trips, barely take videos, i feel totally satisfied with the RP and does not feel the need for an upgrade at all.

[SquillagusNiggle]

The biggest advantage of the R8 is the sensor. The RP uses the sensor from the 6D Mk II which was actually a *downgrade* from the 6D for stills. It had poor low-light performance (for a full frame of its price) in real world use, and for astrophotographers was a real gutpunch as the noise was bad as was the dynamic range. The R8's sensor is the same as the R6MkII, an absolute beast with high readout rates (so very little electronic shutter wobble), low noise, great sensitivity and the AI autofocus performance is a LOT better. Internal processing is also way faster and cooler-running, hence the far improved 4K video performance.

I say all this from the heart, as I nearly bought the 6D Mk II until I learned of its sensor issues.... then I nearly bought the Rp as I badly wanted a lightweight MLC. Imagine my horror upon reading that Canon had recycled the old tech. The R8 I have now and I can't imagine wanting another camera until Canon can add IBIS and Backside Illuminated CMOS into an R8-sized body.

[Shutterbun]

120hz vs 60hz viewfinder? Yeah, I am that person who appreciates the difference.

[OffTrackProductions]

The RP is on sale for $699 with kit lens, the R6mkII is $2500 body only. I'm really tempted to just get the RP for now. Sure, I like the R6 but do I like it 4x as much? Hmmm... This is coming from an ancient T3i so anything would be an upgrade.

[yoursmilephoto]

Actually I am photographer with D850 nikon and I rearely have concern of vedio and I am nikon fan but recently I start do small vedios and search for light weight and budget vedio Camera and my vediographer friends usually use Canon and some moved to sony so I watched your review and its really good and respect the mind

[olganatzowski]

Did you use a gimbal or how did the video shots came out so well stabilized?

[vykoden]

Dude. This is exactly what I needed. THANK YOU!