I just need to say that Ty's commentary from the background (and the way you're always talking about what he made you do) makes your education and sweetness all the more charming. You guys are awesome. 🤣
You might not like talking about the gear, but thank you so much because as someone that is really just taking the plunge into photography, I really appreciate how helpful and educational it has been. Also, I love the setting you film in; it's lovely and totally matches the style of your photos!
Oh my gosh, Katelyn. It doesn't matter who I learn from...YOU are my favorite and by far the most helpful. Thank you for talking to real people with your realness. Is that a word?
The RF 85mm f/1.2L USM has a crazy distinctive look where you can take a glance at a photograph that was taken with it and you're just like, "THAT'S IT! That's the RF 85mm!" It is, however, nowhere near my roadmap as a keen amateur who stubbornly prefers DSLR 😉 The 135mm lens is also amazing and basically feather weight, which I discovered when a wedding photographer saw that I had my camera at a wedding just to do some casual photos (NOT to upstage the main photog!) and started pushing lenses at me to try. It was pretty fun!
Yes please!! I’d love to see your take on the two RF vs EF and I know I keep saying it but we would LOVE to have Michael do some videos too about second shooting stuff! Or even In All Access like watching him style the guys details, or his interactions with the guys for groom and groomsmen time, during cocktail time etc …PLEASE MICHAEL!!! 😀
I always thought of wedding photography as the most demanding and problematic photo genre - it's the one where you really, really cannot mess up. Everything else, even sports events, wildlife, landscape, all of them feel paced and predictable by comparison. And I've worked on a ship, which is a nightmare on its own. With weddings, you need to think fast, think on your feet, adapt to impossibly diverse lighting conditions, please absolutely everybody, you only get one shot at each moment, you need to consider individual expectations and demands and above all, it has to look like the only wedding you've ever shot, absolutely unique, intimate and artful. And you have to do it all whilst being invisible and barely able to tell anyone what to do, to fit into the frame.
You'd be surprised at how noticeable you actually can be, and how in control you need to be. You can tell people what to do. OK, not during the actual ceremony itself, speeches, or the party, but for posed mock register signings, family portraits, bridal portraits, and when someone grabs you and asks "can you take a picture of us two please?", you need to be in control!
If you’re on an RF budget... which given the price of most lenses... yes. 😆 The RF 85 F2 is a great lens for the price. It also shoots as a 1:2 Macro lens which I find to be more than enough for most wedding situations.
I'm using a similar wedding setup: 2x R5, 28-70L RF, 85L RF, 100L Macro and 16mm RF 🙂 Such powerful and versatile tools, that makes my work so much easier. Especially the 28-70 is insane!
Just discovered your channel and I appreciate the depth you go into your decision of lenses! My R6 has been collecting dust for some time while my full time job was crazy busy, but I finally feel in the right state of mind to start shooting again. Look forward to using this as a roadmap of lenses to aim for!
Thank you for sharing your RF wedding lens kit with us. Here is my Leica RF (rangefinder) wedding kit: 21mm f/1.4 Leitz 35mm f/1.4 Zeiss Distagon 90mm f/2 Leitz Leica M6 35m film rangefinder Leica M10 digital rangefinder
The RF 70-200mm remains on my kit along with all my other prime lenses as I have gotten some of my best portrait photos with this lens. I have not being disappointed and it’s extremely sharp and has great compression. Awesome video!
I just can’t get enough of your education!!! I would not have been able to build my business without you! Thank you!! Do you have a video comparing the two 85’s?? I’m currently debating about making the switch to RF!
Thank you for the amazing videos and the time you put in. You have helped me consolidate my kit and help me decided to get the R6 as my next Camera Body in the next few Month. I'm upgrading my Canon 80D to a full frame camera.
Pleeeease do a video on the RF 70-200 - as a wedding photographer on the verge of jumping ship to Canon and ready to make some investments, all of your recent videos on the subject have been incredibly enlightening. I originated as a wildlife photographer so I love my telephoto lenses and would love to see how you implement your 70-200 on a wedding day. Thanks so much!
Hi, I really enjoy you insight and professionalism. Your humorous personality of you and your husband is awesome. 😀 I Also see that you have an addiction in justifying purchasing and upgrading the gear we buy just like the rest of us which is all to funny! Lol Thank you and your husband for all you do in helping all of us become better photographers. 😊💕
For Weddings I almost always have the RF 28-70 on one R5, and the RF 85 1.2 DS on my second R5 - I change lenses one the second body to the RF 70-200 2.8, or RF 100mm macro as needed (I did not have an EF version), 100% agreed with everything you said about the 28-70... I really want Canon to bring out a 35 1.2 DS! I really love that the 85 1.2 DS lets in similar light amounts to the 28-70, it makes for a really smooth transition between lenses, and it is amazing being able to shoot wide open on sunny days without ND filters - WOW our kits are soooo close!!! and a lot of the reasoning behind the else too - for me the 70-200 is a necessity in some situations, but... for some others the 70-200 is their favourite, or primary lens! Back on my 5d4 I used my EF 135 f2 over a 70-200 as well. My most recent investment has been an Elinchrom 500 ELB Twin Kit, along with a few modifiers ; 70cm Silver beauty dish, 125cm deep silver umbrella, and a huge 190 CM Parabolic... I really love that the kit runs on battery, but can also be used while the battery is on power... so it is highly versatile, and works well whether I am doing headshots, or out on location!
While I don’t photograph weddings anymore I always love hearing your take on lenses! I’ve been wanting to buy the 28-70 to be able to eliminate my 16-35, 35, and 85 at the beach. I hate switching at the beach mid family session. Curious what you think for the compression at 70 vs the 85 when it’s the water and sky in the background. I wonder if it will be as noticeable compared to trees and object like your side by side.
The compression is amazing!! I do still love my 85, but I think you would be happy with the easy of only having the 28-70 and not having to change lenses at the beach!
I wonder if the regular memory card is good for video too? LoL - I love the fact that she’s into talking about tech - without getting too tech. Such a fresh approach.
For most situations, including just about every wedding, an XC-I card is fine. An XC-II card is going to give you benefits if you shoot a lot in high burst mode. If you want to do a lot of 4K video, then that V30/60/90 is important, V90 giving you a great speed advantage. I have my R6 in transit to me(finally) and I bought 2 Kingston Canvas React Plus 64GB XC-II V90 cards. They were among the cheapest, yet fast cards that had good reviews. Eventually, I'll upgrade to something bigger and more expensive...
Yes, everything you've said here is correct. In my workflow with this camera I've never had buffer issues and never had card issues when filming in 4K so the cheaper cards work for me! But if you shoot sports or something like that, you may benefit from the faster cards.
Hello Katelyn. Congrats for your excellent channel and videos, we love it. Quick question for you. What STABILIZER MODE are you using (1-2-3) when you are shooting weddings? Thanks in advance.
@@KatelynJames If your taking requests ;)...I would be curious on your thoughts of the Samyang 85mm 1.4 RF vs your favorite lens. Obviously and extremely huge price gap.
We have exactly the same lens kit (RF28-70mm, RF85mm 1.2, RF100mm and RF70-200mm 2.8). I add to that essential kit the 14-35 for landscape and the RF600mm f11 for wildlife. When I want to travel light and for non-professional shooting, I always have the RF35mm 1.8 and the NiftyFifty FR50mm 1.8 in my bag. Thanks to my favorite non-youtuber ;-)
Hey Katelyn, love your videos (even though you're not a youtuber). Very easy to relate to and understand your decisions and choices with lenses . You instill confidence on decision making on what I should aim to get in the future. Thankyou
What do you carry as a back up for the RF 28-70?? I previously used the RF 24-70 but cant seem to sell it after buying the RF 28-70 because I always think what will I use if something happens to my RF 28-70 in the middle of a wedding?😰 So I just have my 24-70 $2000 lens laying around without any use! What would you recommend in this situation.
Hmm that's a great point! If something happened to my 28-70 I would use Michael's. He would just use the 70-200 or 85mm for the rest of the day I suppose! We should probably bring our EF 24-70 f/2.8 as a backup for him in that scenario! In your case if the 24-70 is the ONLY other lens you have, I would hold onto it. But if you have something like a 35mm or 50mm that you could use in a pinch that would work too!
I love all of your videos! I would love to see a video on the difference with the old 70-200 and the new 70-200 lense! They are so popular they have been on back order off and on!
I'd like to vouch for anyone who Is contemplating the KJ access; doing the trial really opened a new light for what the learning curb from behind the scenes of weddings can bring to the future of sessions!
Great video! I appreciate your insight on whats in both your bags. I personally would really like if you did a review on the new 70-200 rf lens. Our company has been really considering purchasing one but want to hear from other photographers first to see how we could benefit. Thanks
thanks for the line up... as I am thinking of buying the RF 70-200mm 2.8 it would be nice to have a review video from you. I don't like the real tech reviews but I do love the way you show why you like/love/'don't like to let go' of a certain lens 😊
Im at a cross roads with the wide side of things. I love the bokeh look over 2.8-1.2 so what would be you recommending when needing 20-45mm in low light. I know the r6 is amazing at 20kiso but when your backed up against the wall and want a clean background that is not $ 3k what would you do prime or zoom?? Yes!! 70-200 comparison and maybe throw in when the 135 f2.0 looks better? Btw you are the reason I got my r6 thanks for all the real life wedding talk you provide😍👍🏻
I just bought Canon's 14 to 35mm f/4 L lens and i wish so bad i would have gotten the 2.8 but its a difference of $1,000 so then I bought Canon's 50mm RF L lens. I am regretting not buying the 28 to 70mm but I do video and couldn't imagine carrying that around. It is sooo heavy but is beautiful.
F1.2 is silly, it not only blows out the background, it also blows out the silhouette of the subject, get the EF 70-200/2.8 version II or III whichever you can find a better deal on, and forget the 1.2 primes. You can even get some extension tubes for your 70-200, and there's your macro lens. Two bodies, two lenses, and a set of extension tubes, and you're good to go.
Hey Katelyn! So grateful for this video! 🥰 I need a Makro lense, so would you suggest to buy the RF or would say I'm fine with the EF 100 mm? (I'm a R6 girl) ❤️
Hi Katelyn, thanks for the great info. It looks like you keep a UV filter on all your lenses. Is that correct? Can you give me your thoughts on UV filters on high end lenses? Thanks, Mary
What would you reccomend for a wedding/portrait photographer who has the R6 with the only prime lens being a 50mm? I'm kind of in between the RF 35 and the 85 for my next upgrade.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on all these. However, I did spend most of the video terrified you were about to drop each one whilst waving it around. I have two RF lenses for my R6 at present 24-70 & 70-200 both 2.8 versions, hoping Canon release a 24mm prime 1.8 or 1.4. thanks again!
I was completely oblivious about the 28-70 mm. I don't do weddings, so 24-100 mm 4f have been good to me plus just recently added 85mm 1.2f, which I absolutely love and was thinking on getting a 35mm 1.8f next to have something for low light situation when I want to be closer to my subject, but now I think I'm going to wait to save money and get a 28-70mm 2f to have it as my run and gun
Why is the 24-70 mm so loved? I only shoot as a second photographer (by desired choice), and do not enjoy/love or even like, shooting with that range. I welcome perspectives to gain understanding. Thanks.
I've noticed a lot of photographers that I follow on RUclips recently talking about outsourcing editing... I feel like that is pointless and takes away from the "creative" aspect of being a photographer. Thoughts?
Thanks for watching Keith! I totally get where you are coming from. For me it was removing something that was time consuming and taking away from my growing family. I still edit every image that goes on the blog, which allows for the creative aspect, but the hundreds of other images that get delivered can be edited by someone other than me. It allows me to take on more clients, workless (editing) and make more money.
Great video. I’m very surprised that you don’t use the 35mm and 50mm anymore. I suppose the 28-70 is that good. OAN, I’ve never use the canon RF 100 mm lens. My EF delivers such a beautiful image with character that I don’t see a good reason to spend the money for the RF version.
Just for curiosity, do you do strictly weddings or do you also do family lifestyle type photo shoots also? Actually I’m wondering about family events of your own and how you take photos or capture your own memories. Do you think flash photography is a nuisance to constantly seeing it pop off and people knowing you’re taking photos or a necessary “evil” in a way? A lot of the time it’s within a home and the lighting isn’t always great and the time of year also changes things when it gets darker earlier in winter. I know you have some videos from before about your own process and creating family albums but any thoughts on additional thoughts about it would be helpful…are you typically sneaky about capturing genuine moments or right up in the situation? I guess this also depends on family dynamics and personalities. My father in law is the type that probably would prefer to not have his photo taken and a bit more of a reffed personality if that makes sense. Anyones thoughts would be appreciated!
Even though the cards can carry a high gigabyte amount, do you still break up your wedding days into smaller gigabyte amounts? When I took a wedding photography class 11+ years ago, my professor had suggested shooting on multiple cards just in case of the outside chance that one of the cards should go bad…That way not everything would be lost if something happened. What are your thoughts on this?
I shoot backup JPGS to my 2nd card and with the R6 you could shoot RAW to both cards if you wanted to! Cards are much more reliable these days and I feel like swapping cards more often you're at a higher risk of losing or breaking a card than you are one corrupting. Plus, I shoot so much that I still have to swap pretty frequently as it is so going to even smaller cards would be a huge hassle for me!
@@KatelynJames thank you so much for taking the time to respond! I really appreciate it. :) That makes total sense and it sounds like it's time for me to update the information I've consumed. Thank you again! Have a blessed day!
Great Video. I currently have Eos R and would love to have all those lenses.. I currently have RF24-105 F4 lens. Which RF lenses would you recommend? I also have EF70-200 L IS USM. Thanks!
Hi Katelyn..love your videos, your pictures the way you always makes it so funny☺ and explain everything in detail 👌. Photography becomes my hobby from last year so I am a beginner 🤭and your RUclips videos are my guide to my future.. I am from Africa beautiful country Namibia 🇳🇦 ❤
I see you are using UV filter with your 28-70, may i know what brand did you go? I do have the Urth (because it is affordable) but i feel like its reducing the sharpness of my lens.
We use these: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/756817-REG/B_W_66_1066110_72mm_XS_Pro_NANO_Clear.html/?ap=y&ap=y&smp=y&smp=y&lsft=BI%3A6879&gclid=Cj0KCQjwjN-SBhCkARIsACsrBz7_zvuH95xbNxKYGVSYyFtT45as-TUjgunPNLK8Gr499jmH-5mYnBIaAhv0EALw_wcB
I would like to see the RF 70-200 review. I have the EF 70-200 2.8L IS III USM. I'm not a fan. I simply don't use it much. I don't shoot much portrait. I shoot a lot of forestry industry.
Do you ever feel the need for something wider than 28mm? Having a 15-35, or the super small 16mm even? Sometimes in a ceremony I just want that ultra wide image to capture the whole space in a photo and 28 might not be wide enough
Will do! Here is an old video where I talk about the bags we use: ruclips.net/video/k2VIS1kitmw/видео.html We still use the same ones so I didn't mention it in this video!
Hey Katelyn curious if you ever rented and tried out the 85mm DS, or if you ever plan to? Would be really curious to hear your personal thoughts on it for pros and cons of DS vs non-DS
I’m also curious about how it feels to use these lenses on a full wedding day ! Like, how does it feel holding it or having it dangle at your side? It doesn’t seem like you ever use a battery grip so your set up gets to stay relatively lighterrrr. I guess I’m asking about what it’s like physically and mentally to use these lenses all day (asking as someone is very small and is nervous about upgrading to huge lenses)
It definitely takes some getting used to! I did experience some soreness in my hand/forearm during the first few weddings. You just need to be careful with how you're holding the camera and how much strain you're putting on your wrist when you can help it!
I just need to say that Ty's commentary from the background (and the way you're always talking about what he made you do) makes your education and sweetness all the more charming. You guys are awesome. 🤣
Glad you enjoy it!
Wow great video!! Love the editing!!! 😉
😂
Hey Ty! What size UV filter should be purchased for the RF 85mm f1.3 L?
😂😂😂😂😂😂
I have purchased the R6 and the RF 28-70 … total game changer! Can’t thank you enough for your gear review videos!!!
Love this!! Glad it was helpful!!
Wow. That’s a power combo.
Yes! Love this video and would really love to see one on the 70-200 RF! And I can't wait to see what your surprise is in the basement :)
Thanks for watching! 70-200 video is definitely coming!!
@@KatelynJames 5 months, we need the 70-200 RF video!! The KJ crew is waiting 🙏
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You might not like talking about the gear, but thank you so much because as someone that is really just taking the plunge into photography, I really appreciate how helpful and educational it has been. Also, I love the setting you film in; it's lovely and totally matches the style of your photos!
My pleasure!
Oh my gosh, Katelyn. It doesn't matter who I learn from...YOU are my favorite and by far the most helpful. Thank you for talking to real people with your realness. Is that a word?
Haha thank you so much!!
YAAASSSS! The RF 70-200 F2.8 vs. the EF version! Can't wait!
Haha, love the enthusiasm! It's coming soon!!
Yes please! 😁 I'm new to this and need all the advise I can get.
Rf 70-200 is light years away from the ef version. I have both..
Definitely want to see your review of the RF 70-200 F2.8! Looking forward to it!
Great! Thanks for watching!!
The RF 85mm f/1.2L USM has a crazy distinctive look where you can take a glance at a photograph that was taken with it and you're just like, "THAT'S IT! That's the RF 85mm!" It is, however, nowhere near my roadmap as a keen amateur who stubbornly prefers DSLR 😉 The 135mm lens is also amazing and basically feather weight, which I discovered when a wedding photographer saw that I had my camera at a wedding just to do some casual photos (NOT to upstage the main photog!) and started pushing lenses at me to try. It was pretty fun!
Thanks for watching!
Really enjoying your content. What sets your videos apart is the great, relatable and fun personality you both show/share with us. Keep it up!
Yes please!! I’d love to see your take on the two RF vs EF and I know I keep saying it but we would LOVE to have Michael do some videos too about second shooting stuff! Or even In All Access like watching him style the guys details, or his interactions with the guys for groom and groomsmen time, during cocktail time etc …PLEASE MICHAEL!!! 😀
One day he says!!
I always thought of wedding photography as the most demanding and problematic photo genre - it's the one where you really, really cannot mess up. Everything else, even sports events, wildlife, landscape, all of them feel paced and predictable by comparison. And I've worked on a ship, which is a nightmare on its own. With weddings, you need to think fast, think on your feet, adapt to impossibly diverse lighting conditions, please absolutely everybody, you only get one shot at each moment, you need to consider individual expectations and demands and above all, it has to look like the only wedding you've ever shot, absolutely unique, intimate and artful. And you have to do it all whilst being invisible and barely able to tell anyone what to do, to fit into the frame.
Thanks for watching!
You'd be surprised at how noticeable you actually can be, and how in control you need to be. You can tell people what to do. OK, not during the actual ceremony itself, speeches, or the party, but for posed mock register signings, family portraits, bridal portraits, and when someone grabs you and asks "can you take a picture of us two please?", you need to be in control!
If you’re on an RF budget... which given the price of most lenses... yes. 😆 The RF 85 F2 is a great lens for the price. It also shoots as a 1:2 Macro lens which I find to be more than enough for most wedding situations.
Thanks for sharing!!
I'm using a similar wedding setup: 2x R5, 28-70L RF, 85L RF, 100L Macro and 16mm RF 🙂 Such powerful and versatile tools, that makes my work so much easier. Especially the 28-70 is insane!
Yes!!! I would love to see a review on the RF 70-200mm 2.8 lense!!!
Great!! Thanks for watching and commenting!!
Yes I would love to see a review on the RF 70-200 lens please!!!
Will do! Thanks for watching!!
KJ you look SO GOOD in this video! That color looks awesome on you! And you look super skinny! You look great!
You're the best!
Just discovered your channel and I appreciate the depth you go into your decision of lenses! My R6 has been collecting dust for some time while my full time job was crazy busy, but I finally feel in the right state of mind to start shooting again. Look forward to using this as a roadmap of lenses to aim for!
Thanks for watching!
EF 24-70 f/2.8 mounted on the R5. Crop for more reach. Nice blurry back grounds. Works great for 90% of my needs.
Thank you for sharing your RF wedding lens kit with us.
Here is my Leica RF (rangefinder) wedding kit:
21mm f/1.4 Leitz
35mm f/1.4 Zeiss Distagon
90mm f/2 Leitz
Leica M6 35m film rangefinder
Leica M10 digital rangefinder
The RF 70-200mm remains on my kit along with all my other prime lenses as I have gotten some of my best portrait photos with this lens. I have not being disappointed and it’s extremely sharp and has great compression. Awesome video!
Thanks for watching!!
I just can’t get enough of your education!!! I would not have been able to build my business without you! Thank you!! Do you have a video comparing the two 85’s?? I’m currently debating about making the switch to RF!
Lol
“Level of epicness” love that lens also!!
Very Nice! Thanks for sharing Katelyn! I can't wait for the video for the RF 70-200 F2.8 vs. the EF version.
Thanks for watching!
I'm always interested in seeing what different people use and why they choose it.
Thanks for watching!!
Would love to see a review of the RF 70-200!!
Noted!! Thanks for watching!!!
Thank you for the amazing videos and the time you put in. You have helped me consolidate my kit and help me decided to get the R6 as my next Camera Body in the next few Month. I'm upgrading my Canon 80D to a full frame camera.
Would love to see the 70-200 review! This was so helpful!!
Thanks Jill!!
Yes! Please do a review of the rf 70-200! The ef version is my bread and butter lens on a wedding day!
Coming soon!!
Yes, please do a video of the RF 70-200 !! This video was GREAT. Thank you.
Coming soon!!
@@KatelynJames Great ! I'm also curious about the RF 20-200 compression at 85 compared to your 85 mm.
Pleeeease do a video on the RF 70-200 - as a wedding photographer on the verge of jumping ship to Canon and ready to make some investments, all of your recent videos on the subject have been incredibly enlightening. I originated as a wildlife photographer so I love my telephoto lenses and would love to see how you implement your 70-200 on a wedding day. Thanks so much!
I'm glad the videos have been helpful! We're definitely going to review it so keep an eye out!!
Yes please do the review comparison of the EF 70-200 vs the RF 70-200, ASAP please!
Hi, I really enjoy you insight and professionalism. Your humorous personality of you and your husband is awesome. 😀 I Also see that you have an addiction in justifying purchasing and upgrading the gear we buy just like the rest of us which is all to funny! Lol Thank you and your husband for all you do in helping all of us become better photographers. 😊💕
Thanks so much! 😊
Ive got the Canon 85mm EF L lens and it is amazing so I am betting the RF version is phenomenal. 👌
For Weddings I almost always have the RF 28-70 on one R5, and the RF 85 1.2 DS on my second R5 - I change lenses one the second body to the RF 70-200 2.8, or RF 100mm macro as needed (I did not have an EF version), 100% agreed with everything you said about the 28-70... I really want Canon to bring out a 35 1.2 DS! I really love that the 85 1.2 DS lets in similar light amounts to the 28-70, it makes for a really smooth transition between lenses, and it is amazing being able to shoot wide open on sunny days without ND filters - WOW our kits are soooo close!!! and a lot of the reasoning behind the else too - for me the 70-200 is a necessity in some situations, but... for some others the 70-200 is their favourite, or primary lens! Back on my 5d4 I used my EF 135 f2 over a 70-200 as well.
My most recent investment has been an Elinchrom 500 ELB Twin Kit, along with a few modifiers ; 70cm Silver beauty dish, 125cm deep silver umbrella, and a huge 190 CM Parabolic... I really love that the kit runs on battery, but can also be used while the battery is on power... so it is highly versatile, and works well whether I am doing headshots, or out on location!
Sounds like a great kit! Thanks for watching!!
While I don’t photograph weddings anymore I always love hearing your take on lenses! I’ve been wanting to buy the 28-70 to be able to eliminate my 16-35, 35, and 85 at the beach. I hate switching at the beach mid family session. Curious what you think for the compression at 70 vs the 85 when it’s the water and sky in the background. I wonder if it will be as noticeable compared to trees and object like your side by side.
The compression is amazing!! I do still love my 85, but I think you would be happy with the easy of only having the 28-70 and not having to change lenses at the beach!
@@KatelynJames thank you! How do you feel the compressing of the 28-70 at 35 mm compares to the 35 1.4?
It’s the same!
@@KatelynJames 🤯
Sell all 3 and put a 16mm 2.8 on second cheaper body:)
I wonder if the regular memory card is good for video too?
LoL - I love the fact that she’s into talking about tech - without getting too tech. Such a fresh approach.
Thanks Erick! We do use the regular SD cards for the few times we have shot video.
=)
Yes RF 70-200 video!!!! Cant wait!!
Coming soon!! Thanks for watching!!
For most situations, including just about every wedding, an XC-I card is fine. An XC-II card is going to give you benefits if you shoot a lot in high burst mode. If you want to do a lot of 4K video, then that V30/60/90 is important, V90 giving you a great speed advantage. I have my R6 in transit to me(finally) and I bought 2 Kingston Canvas React Plus 64GB XC-II V90 cards. They were among the cheapest, yet fast cards that had good reviews. Eventually, I'll upgrade to something bigger and more expensive...
Yes, everything you've said here is correct. In my workflow with this camera I've never had buffer issues and never had card issues when filming in 4K so the cheaper cards work for me! But if you shoot sports or something like that, you may benefit from the faster cards.
Hello Katelyn. Congrats for your excellent channel and videos, we love it. Quick question for you. What STABILIZER MODE are you using (1-2-3) when you are shooting weddings? Thanks in advance.
Katelyn, love your videos. Your reviews are clear, to the point. Do you have preference for indoor sports lenses?
I don’t really have any experience in that area! I wish I could be more help!
Yes, review the 70-200 2.8. I've been debating between that one and the f4 version. Like you it's not a focal length I use a lot. Thanks!
Great feedback, thanks! We'll add that to the list!
@@KatelynJames If your taking requests ;)...I would be curious on your thoughts of the Samyang 85mm 1.4 RF vs your favorite lens. Obviously and extremely huge price gap.
We have exactly the same lens kit (RF28-70mm, RF85mm 1.2, RF100mm and RF70-200mm 2.8). I add to that essential kit the 14-35 for landscape and the RF600mm f11 for wildlife. When I want to travel light and for non-professional shooting, I always have the RF35mm 1.8 and the NiftyFifty FR50mm 1.8 in my bag. Thanks to my favorite non-youtuber ;-)
Sounds like a great kit!! Thanks for watching Jean!!!
Yes, please review the 70-2000 and if you can do a comparison with the EF that would be awesome.
Thanks for watching Kim! We'll definitely be comparing them!
Hey Katelyn, love your videos (even though you're not a youtuber). Very easy to relate to and understand your decisions and choices with lenses . You instill confidence on decision making on what I should aim to get in the future. Thankyou
How is she not a youtuber?
@@lukazupie7220 bc thats what she always say lol but she is a youtuber
What do you carry as a back up for the RF 28-70?? I previously used the RF 24-70 but cant seem to sell it after buying the RF 28-70 because I always think what will I use if something happens to my RF 28-70 in the middle of a wedding?😰 So I just have my 24-70 $2000 lens laying around without any use! What would you recommend in this situation.
Hmm that's a great point! If something happened to my 28-70 I would use Michael's. He would just use the 70-200 or 85mm for the rest of the day I suppose! We should probably bring our EF 24-70 f/2.8 as a backup for him in that scenario! In your case if the 24-70 is the ONLY other lens you have, I would hold onto it. But if you have something like a 35mm or 50mm that you could use in a pinch that would work too!
Thanks, Katelyn and Ty! Love your videos! Could you do a video on what is in your bridal detail kit and what camera bags you use? :)
Great idea!! I do have an older video where we talk about the bags and we still use the same ones! ruclips.net/video/k2VIS1kitmw/видео.html
I would LOVE to see the bridal kit video!! ❤️
I love all of your videos! I would love to see a video on the difference with the old 70-200 and the new 70-200 lense! They are so popular they have been on back order off and on!
Coming soon!
Love hearing about the computer!!!
Thanks for watching Stefanie!
I'd like to vouch for anyone who Is contemplating the KJ access; doing the trial really opened a new light for what the learning curb from behind the scenes of weddings can bring to the future of sessions!
So awesome!! Thanks for sharing!!
Great video! I appreciate your insight on whats in both your bags. I personally would really like if you did a review on the new 70-200 rf lens. Our company has been really considering purchasing one but want to hear from other photographers first to see how we could benefit. Thanks
Will do!
thanks for the line up... as I am thinking of buying the RF 70-200mm 2.8 it would be nice to have a review video from you. I don't like the real tech reviews but I do love the way you show why you like/love/'don't like to let go' of a certain lens 😊
You're welcome! I'm glad they've been helpful! The 70-200 video will be coming soon!
Im at a cross roads with the wide side of things. I love the bokeh look over 2.8-1.2 so what would be you recommending when needing 20-45mm in low light. I know the r6 is amazing at 20kiso but when your backed up against the wall and want a clean background that is not $ 3k what would you do prime or zoom??
Yes!! 70-200 comparison and maybe throw in when the 135 f2.0 looks better?
Btw you are the reason I got my r6 thanks for all the real life wedding talk you provide😍👍🏻
I am not sure what you are asking. Can you ask it again
I just bought Canon's 14 to 35mm f/4 L lens and i wish so bad i would have gotten the 2.8 but its a difference of $1,000 so then I bought Canon's 50mm RF L lens. I am regretting not buying the 28 to 70mm but I do video and couldn't imagine carrying that around. It is sooo heavy but is beautiful.
F1.2 is silly, it not only blows out the background, it also blows out the silhouette of the subject, get the EF 70-200/2.8 version II or III whichever you can find a better deal on, and forget the 1.2 primes.
You can even get some extension tubes for your 70-200, and there's your macro lens.
Two bodies, two lenses, and a set of extension tubes, and you're good to go.
Love to see a 70-200 review. Thoughts on a 100mm macro RF vs EF if you have neither yet?
I have a dedicated EF vs RF 100mm Macro review on the channel! It should be helpful to you!
Hey Katelyn! So grateful for this video! 🥰 I need a Makro lense, so would you suggest to buy the RF or would say I'm fine with the EF 100 mm? (I'm a R6 girl) ❤️
I think the ef one is fine!
Hi Katelyn, thanks for the great info.
It looks like you keep a UV filter on all your lenses. Is that correct?
Can you give me your thoughts on UV filters on high end lenses?
Thanks,
Mary
Yes please to a review on the 70-200!!!
Coming soon, promise!!
What would you reccomend for a wedding/portrait photographer who has the R6 with the only prime lens being a 50mm? I'm kind of in between the RF 35 and the 85 for my next upgrade.
I could not live with out my 85!!
Buy both and sell 50mm:)
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on all these. However, I did spend most of the video terrified you were about to drop each one whilst waving it around. I have two RF lenses for my R6 at present 24-70 & 70-200 both 2.8 versions, hoping Canon release a 24mm prime 1.8 or 1.4. thanks again!
I was completely oblivious about the 28-70 mm. I don't do weddings, so 24-100 mm 4f have been good to me plus just recently added 85mm 1.2f, which I absolutely love and was thinking on getting a 35mm 1.8f next to have something for low light situation when I want to be closer to my subject, but now I think I'm going to wait to save money and get a 28-70mm 2f to have it as my run and gun
Same as my lineup Since i feel i don't need anything else. All superb lens but worth the investment since it complete everything.
Thanks for watching!
YUUUUUUUUUU-TOOOOOOOOBER!!!! Love it!
hahaha!!
Great video Katelyn! I'd love to see the RF 70-200 video too! I just go the RF macro...maybe I shouldn't have...but oh well haha! Thank you :)
Thank you! Haha, there is NOTHING wrong with the RF 100mm! It's a great lens if you have the budget for it! Enjoy it!!
@@KatelynJames You're right. I have been enjoying it!
Why is the 24-70 mm so loved? I only shoot as a second photographer (by desired choice), and do not enjoy/love or even like, shooting with that range. I welcome perspectives to gain understanding. Thanks.
I think it has so many uses. And just to clarify we love the 28-70 2.0. Thanks for watching!
What do you think about the new RF 135 1.8? Would you add it to your kit?
Looking into it!
Make it a priority KJ! ❤️😘
good morning Katelyn please what is the lenses that i will need in wedding photography ?i am a beginner.
I would love for you to review a more budget friendly lens line up
Thanks Rosemary, I don't have any of those lenses. I feel I can only review what I use.
More budget friendly? Just buy 28-70 and nothing else.:) maybe add 16mm 2.8.
I've noticed a lot of photographers that I follow on RUclips recently talking about outsourcing editing... I feel like that is pointless and takes away from the "creative" aspect of being a photographer. Thoughts?
Thanks for watching Keith! I totally get where you are coming from. For me it was removing something that was time consuming and taking away from my growing family. I still edit every image that goes on the blog, which allows for the creative aspect, but the hundreds of other images that get delivered can be edited by someone other than me. It allows me to take on more clients, workless (editing) and make more money.
Have you shot with the RF 135mm f/1.8? I’m interested to see what you think about that since you use that EF 135mm f/2.0 for low light situations.
Great video. I’m very surprised that you don’t use the 35mm and 50mm anymore. I suppose the 28-70 is that good.
OAN, I’ve never use the canon RF 100 mm lens. My EF delivers such a beautiful image with character that I don’t see a good reason to spend the money for the RF version.
Totally agree about the 100mm. And I do love the 28-70. It just doesn’t make sense to take it off the camera that often!!
Wow super collection, someday maybe. 85 or 28-70, if only can have one which would it be?
I love the 28-70 and all that it can do!
@@KatelynJames awesome. Love your work. Greetings from Perú
Can I get more second shooter videos, what’s his work look like etc etc
We are planning on more soon!
Just for curiosity, do you do strictly weddings or do you also do family lifestyle type photo shoots also? Actually I’m wondering about family events of your own and how you take photos or capture your own memories. Do you think flash photography is a nuisance to constantly seeing it pop off and people knowing you’re taking photos or a necessary “evil” in a way? A lot of the time it’s within a home and the lighting isn’t always great and the time of year also changes things when it gets darker earlier in winter.
I know you have some videos from before about your own process and creating family albums but any thoughts on additional thoughts about it would be helpful…are you typically sneaky about capturing genuine moments or right up in the situation? I guess this also depends on family dynamics and personalities. My father in law is the type that probably would prefer to not have his photo taken and a bit more of a reffed personality if that makes sense.
Anyones thoughts would be appreciated!
I am right up in the situation haha!!
What kind of filter and brand is on your 28-70mm? 95mm filters/protectors are hard to find
We use these: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1299424-REG/b_w_1087508_xs_pro_95mm_mrc2.html
Even though the cards can carry a high gigabyte amount, do you still break up your wedding days into smaller gigabyte amounts? When I took a wedding photography class 11+ years ago, my professor had suggested shooting on multiple cards just in case of the outside chance that one of the cards should go bad…That way not everything would be lost if something happened. What are your thoughts on this?
I shoot backup JPGS to my 2nd card and with the R6 you could shoot RAW to both cards if you wanted to! Cards are much more reliable these days and I feel like swapping cards more often you're at a higher risk of losing or breaking a card than you are one corrupting. Plus, I shoot so much that I still have to swap pretty frequently as it is so going to even smaller cards would be a huge hassle for me!
@@KatelynJames thank you so much for taking the time to respond! I really appreciate it. :) That makes total sense and it sounds like it's time for me to update the information I've consumed. Thank you again! Have a blessed day!
I can not wait to have all this in my camera bag!
One day!! You can do it!
Would love to see a video on the RF 70-200! Loved this one!
Thank you! We'll be making it for sure!!
Great Video. I currently have Eos R and would love to have all those lenses..
I currently have RF24-105 F4 lens. Which RF lenses would you recommend? I also have EF70-200 L IS USM.
Thanks!
Thanks for watching!
KJ, that wedding kit is definitely certified drool-worthy! No desire to go to the R5? Why or why not? Is it just a matter of ease of workflow?
I've been super happy with the R6 and don't feel the need for extra megapixels! I love using only SD cards too!
@@KatelynJames Thanks for the reply. I feel the same way.
Great video Katelyn, again, once I've grasped digital technology (Eos 70d at present) I will be moving forward ...Regards Norm's
Thanks for watching Norm!
LOVE my RF 70-200!! (Loved the EF also!) It would be fun to hear your thoughts on it!
Coming soon!
Hi Katelyn, thank you so much for all of your helpful info. Please DO review the RF 70-200. I have the lens and would love your thoughts on it. :)
Just did!! 1st RF Lens I ACTUALLY Recommend?! (RF 70-200 Review)
ruclips.net/video/5umo_UmyNj4/видео.html
@@KatelynJames oh, thank you!!!
What is the video in KJ all access called ? Where you shot a whole wedding with the 28-70.
Hi Katelyn..love your videos, your pictures the way you always makes it so funny☺ and explain everything in detail 👌. Photography becomes my hobby from last year so I am a beginner 🤭and your RUclips videos are my guide to my future.. I am from Africa beautiful country Namibia 🇳🇦 ❤
Wow that's amazing! Thank you so much!!
@@KatelynJames
Always welcome..
I really love this blue top! Where is it from?
AMAZON!!! amzn.to/3qNz8qw
I see you are using UV filter with your 28-70, may i know what brand did you go? I do have the Urth (because it is affordable) but i feel like its reducing the sharpness of my lens.
We use these: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/756817-REG/B_W_66_1066110_72mm_XS_Pro_NANO_Clear.html/?ap=y&ap=y&smp=y&smp=y&lsft=BI%3A6879&gclid=Cj0KCQjwjN-SBhCkARIsACsrBz7_zvuH95xbNxKYGVSYyFtT45as-TUjgunPNLK8Gr499jmH-5mYnBIaAhv0EALw_wcB
just found this and its very informative thank you.
The “poor thing” about the macro killed me 😂😂😂😂😂. If you ever wanna do some charity work I’d love to take that lens off your hands for my R6 🤪
haha!! I'll keep you in mind!
I would like to see the RF 70-200 review. I have the EF 70-200 2.8L IS III USM. I'm not a fan. I simply don't use it much. I don't shoot much portrait. I shoot a lot of forestry industry.
Thanks for watching!
Would LOVE to see how you connect your flashes to your camera! 😍
We have a video about that! Here ya go! ruclips.net/video/aWK1RLlByuU/видео.html
You’re the best! Thanks!
Do you ever feel the need for something wider than 28mm? Having a 15-35, or the super small 16mm even? Sometimes in a ceremony I just want that ultra wide image to capture the whole space in a photo and 28 might not be wide enough
I don't really...but some styles may want that
Hello Katelyn, thank you for your videos, I do have a question, what type of filter do you used on your lens? thanks!
We use these: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/756816-REG/B_W_66_1066109_67mm_XS_Pro_NANO_Clear.html
Yes yes yes! Review the 70-200! I am trying to decide if that’s my first RF! Also….you didn’t say what you carry it all in!
Will do! Here is an old video where I talk about the bags we use: ruclips.net/video/k2VIS1kitmw/видео.html We still use the same ones so I didn't mention it in this video!
Please Review the 70-200 RF next
It's coming soon, promise!
Hey Katelyn curious if you ever rented and tried out the 85mm DS, or if you ever plan to? Would be really curious to hear your personal thoughts on it for pros and cons of DS vs non-DS
We have never tried it!
I’m also curious about how it feels to use these lenses on a full wedding day ! Like, how does it feel holding it or having it dangle at your side? It doesn’t seem like you ever use a battery grip so your set up gets to stay relatively lighterrrr. I guess I’m asking about what it’s like physically and mentally to use these lenses all day (asking as someone is very small and is nervous about upgrading to huge lenses)
It definitely takes some getting used to! I did experience some soreness in my hand/forearm during the first few weddings. You just need to be careful with how you're holding the camera and how much strain you're putting on your wrist when you can help it!
We need a review of the RF 70-200 F2.8 vs the EF version!
It's on the list! Thanks for watching!!