03-03-2023 07:19 PM
I currently have Rebel T7 with EF-S 18-55mm and EF 75-300mm Lenses and planning on upgrading to some bigger camera. I once used EOS 5DMark IV, loved it. At first i was in a impression of getting it but after doing some research i came to know about R6. Now i am in a confusion which one i need to get.
My current usage is mostly for personal use, Landscapes etc. (Not professional)
I know R6 is latest product with mirrorless, but also 5D is very good. totally confused on what to get. Please advice.
If i choose R6, can i use my existing EF/EFs lens with an adaptor? wil there be any difference? are these lens enough for now or need to get any new lens?
-Nithun
03-06-2023 04:22 AM
Thank you all for your suggestions.
Considering my budget and requirement. I was thinking on going for R6 with 35mm f1.8 IS Macro (use for daily half and full length portraits, landscapes )
For second lens, i was thinking on getting RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM. (RF24–105mm F4 L IS USM is kind of expensive for now. even the refurbished one is expensive. will get it in the future.)
-Nithun
03-06-2023 06:20 AM - edited 03-06-2023 06:30 AM
I couldn't see the OP's max budget on my phone for some reason the forum wasn't loading up correctly. But good catch on it Trevor. I would've offered more budget friendly lenses or adapted EF lenses which work fine.
-Demetrius
Current Gear: EOS 5D Mark IV, EF Trinity, EF 50mm F/1.8 STM, EF 85mm F/1.8 USM, 470EX-AI & 600EX II-RT
Retired Gear: EOS 40D & Sigma 17-50mm F/2.8 EX DC OS HSM
03-06-2023 06:22 AM - edited 03-06-2023 06:29 AM
I couldn't see the OP's max budget on my phone for some reason the forum wasn't loading up correctly. But good catch on it Rick. I would've offered more budget friendly lenses or adapted EF lenses which work fine.
-Demetrius
Current Gear: EOS 5D Mark IV, EF Trinity, EF 50mm F/1.8 STM, EF 85mm F/1.8 USM, 470EX-AI & 600EX II-RT
Retired Gear: EOS 40D & Sigma 17-50mm F/2.8 EX DC OS HSM
03-06-2023 11:51 AM
I am glad you have come to a resolution and wish you well with your endeavours! 😊
03-06-2023 02:50 PM
Thanks Trevor
03-07-2023 02:23 PM
Change of plans on my lens. Along with R6 i opted for RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM. I felt rather than opting for my initial choice, this would be better considering reviews (although its expensive).
Per most of the YouTube videos and reviews many suggested that this is a great lens which is used in most cases. I saw many saying that 90% of their content is being done using this lens. Thus, got this one for now to meet my current requirements. Was it a good decision?
-Nithun
03-07-2023 03:28 PM
I think you'll enjoy that lens. It has a constant aperture (which is my personal requirement for any zoom lens; really don't like variable aperature at all).
f/4 is a good general aperture for video work. Not the best for dimly lit areas, but if you have ample lighting, should do quite well.
03-07-2023 04:32 PM
I heard this is also good for photos like landscapes and portraits.
what is good flashlight to choose for R6?
-Nithun
03-07-2023 04:35 PM
Do you have a budget for a speedlite if so how much. I have only used Canon's speedlites.
-Demetrius
Current Gear: EOS 5D Mark IV, EF Trinity, EF 50mm F/1.8 STM, EF 85mm F/1.8 USM, 470EX-AI & 600EX II-RT
Retired Gear: EOS 40D & Sigma 17-50mm F/2.8 EX DC OS HSM
03-07-2023 04:58 PM
Highly recommend off-camera flash.
For more modern flashes, look to the new Speedlite EL-5 along with a transmitter. It has the same excellent guide number of 197' (60 m) as the 600 series Speedlites as well as the much more expensive EL-1.
Look at something you can expand over time as well (and work that into your budget).
I originally had single 400-series Speedlite for my Rebel T4i. And opted to use a cable to start with off-camera flash. When I moved to full frame though, I got the two flash and transmitter kit (two 600 EX RT and ST-E3-RT). And then over the years, added more 600 units.
02/20/2025: New firmware updates are available.
RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z - Version 1.0.6
RF24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z - Version 1.0.9
RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM - Version 1.0.8
RF50mm F1.4 L VCM - Version 1.0.2
RF24mm F1.4 L VCM - Version 1.0.3
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12/18/2024: New firmware updates are available.
EOS C300 Mark III - Version 1..0.9.1
EOS C500 Mark II - Version 1.1.3.1
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EOS R5 Mark II - Version 1.0.2
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