Hello Graeme, from Northern Ireland. Your location and captures are stunning, especially with all that snow. I just purchased the Canon R5 & RF 2/8 24-70mm lens. I only do landscape photography which I love with a passion. With my previous Canon 5D3 I would adjust the barrel of the lens with the affinity marker. I was thinking that I could do what I normally do and autofocus 1/3 up from the bottom, then switch over the lens to manual, then do Focus -Peaking! Would that be a proper and good set - up to get started Graeme? Having said that, I do not know how to focus peak as yet, but it is my mission to achieve this...
Hey Allan, Thanks for taking the time to comment. I don't use the focus peaking feature. If I focus manually, the R5 has green box and arrows so you can see when that part of the image is in focus. I have never had an unfocused image using this technique. I should look into focus peaking at some point.
Hey Graeme, love your video. Appreciate your "Risk-It-to-get-the-biscuit" in the cold there..lol. Very nice shots! I am in that "Making the transition over to mirrorless" myself, and I have been reading so many reviews on the R5. I am currently a Nikon shooter (D850/500), and I have been going back and forth between the Z7 ii, and this. One of my hold backs, was actually the articulating screen and how that would do in a Portrait mode shot with L bracket. So, THANK YOU for showing that :-). Have you experienced anything that you would consider a "negative" of the R5? Thanks in advance!
Hi Rob, Thanks for your comment. In terms of the shooting experience I have nothing but positive reviews. I am coming from the Canon 5d4 and this was my first mirrorless camera. It's fantastic. The only drawback is the 8k video. It doesn't play well on my computer. But I don't shoot much video and the 4k is more than fine. I thought about the R6 for a while and actually had one for a week. I was a little put off by the 20mp (only!!! ..aren't we spoiled) as I often crop my images. So I decided on the r5. I must admit I had to think for a long time if I was going to spend that much on a camera but I am glad that I did. I've never been a Nikon shooter so I am not familiar with the specs Z7 ii. The Rf glass is phenomenal too. Keep in touch. I'd be interested to know what you decide to do. All the best.
@@GraemeSomerville Will do Graeme! You and i have very similar shooting interests. Your take on many aspects reflects mine too. My wife and i live in the Washington area in Vancouver, so there are so many landscape opportunities here. And i love wildlife as well. So the D850 was my landscape and D500 was my wildlife. Love em both. But i have to admit, Mirrorless is the way to go, especially when you talk about weight and silent shooting 😎😬. Im still leaning towards the R5, as i have sold many of my Nikon lenses already. However, the lenses i do have left are pricey, and changing manufactures is a biggie, lol. So i appreciate your video and will def keep in touch. Take care, stay safe!
You might look into Vallerret photography gloves. They're a bit pricey for gloves ($80-$110) but you can keep the gloves on and just open up the finger and thumb tips.
@@GraemeSomerville definitely! I've been using the 5d mkiv for a few years now and love it, but I think it's time for an upgrade! Anyway, thanks for sharing! Have a wonderful rest of your day.
What a location, you got some fantastic images loved the first image. Just found your channel and really enjoyed watching your vlog, l will definitely be watching your other vlogs (despite your choice of hat 😉)
Thanks Chris. I really appreciate you taking the time to comment. Except for the hat comment 😊 I’m glad you enjoyed the video. There should be a new one coming out shortly.
Lovely shot, lovely composition. Cold fingers never fun, esp if you have had frostbite. Get yourself some photography gloves that will limit the amount of time your hands are exposed. Loved the shot. Oh and a Leeds hat too, rare sighting.
Haha. You’re comment is great. Made me laugh. Leeds since 1974. I’m enjoying the moment right now. Great idea with the gloves. It’s no fun. Thanks for commenting
Hi Graeme- I am a Seattle photographer and still using the 5d mk 4, and by chance saw your video. You did an excellent job with the shot at Artist Point, it looks fantastic! I enjoyed your commentary throughout the process. I have been considering switching to the R5, but not being a professional photographer I can't justify paying $3,900 for the R5, plus replacing the 16-35 2.8, the 24-105, and the 100- 400. That is about $10,000. I am very interested to hear more about your experience on using the adapter and the especially the autofocus. I shoot landscapes and wildlife (birds in flight). Are you a professional real estate photographer? Thanks,
Hi Don, Thanks for reaching out. I wish I was a professional. I am a school teacher but do some real estate photography part-time. I am hoping to expand my RE business in the future but even so, it was a real stretch for me to get the r5. I had the 5dmrk4 but found it didn't quite work for me for real estate in those small spaces and tight rooms. I had a good summer in my part-time business so invested in the r5. I looked at the r6 and was also impressed with that. I must admit I had to think really hard before getting it. So expensive!! And then there is the RF glass. Yikes. I'll have to wait on that. The auto-focus is definitely a big jump up from the mark 4. It is so responsive and eye-tracking is amazing. It is very noticeable the difference. I found the 5dm4 hunted quite a lot and I missed maybe 5-6/10 shots when shooting birds. But the r5 is a killer wildlife camera. My success rate is easily 9/10 or higher (and I am a novice bird photographer). I am looking to do more wildlife photography now I have it. The only thing that I can tell that is lacking with not having the RF glass is the IBIS in the camera and lens. It is not as good with EF lenses and adapter. They don't talk to each other as well. But I haven't got any real data on that. Just stuff I have read.
You know you don't have to replace all your glass. I don't plan on buying the RF glass to replace what i have. Until they come out with more lenses i will be sticking to the EF lenses.
Really interesting video Graeme, got my R5 two weeks ago also changing from the 5d and as an older photographer with knees of jelly that fold out screen alone is worth the change . I’ve been shooting more video of late (having revitalised my youtube channel a bit over a year ago) and was looking for something more capable but where I could still use my existing L glass. Cheers Chris from NZ
Hi Chris, Thanks for the comments. Much appreciated. I am with you on the bad knees. I hope you're enjoying your r5. I am still loving mine after almost a year now. Hope all is well in NZ. Take care - G
Get a good pair of hobo gloves, basically gloves where you can poke your fingertips through the top of the gloves and bring them back in when they get cold.
A suggestion. Give us a sentence of what you’re going to to, do it, and then, with gloves on, explain what you’ve done, and why. I’ve got photo gloves with fingertips that are held in place with Velcro. Peel them back, make your adjustments, fold them back, and keep warm. There are lots of different ones on Amazon, for photography and fishing. Pretty much the same concept. Believe me, they work well. Just remember the battery life at that temp can be terrible. For landscape particularly, these new cameras allow you to shoot multiple focus zones and will combine them for full depth focus. I forget right now what the feature is called, but it can make a major difference.
Thanks Mel. Great advice. I appreciate you taking the time to write and help the overall quality of my videos. I’ll look into gloves and polishing my content a bit more. I haven’t used that focus stacking setting. Will def check it out. All the best. Graeme.
I am using very thin gloves that have rubberised tips that also pass electric current from hands to operate electronic devices such as phones or camera touch screen. You should buy those, super cheap and protect your hands a bit out in the cold.
@@GraemeSomerville www.decathlon.com/collections/snow-hiking-gloves/products/adult-mountain-backpacking-liner-gloves-trek-500? Something like this :) Happy to help!
Hi there. Yes. Absolutely. I am finding that out. It’s incredible. There is something I like about the process of “getting it right in camera” but when it’s so cold I’m questioning my choices. Haha. Thanks for commenting.
Thank you for the video! Great picture. Please realize that I get really sick when watching from the shaking of vlog-camera so if you could keep it on a tripod that would help alot.
Hi Dr. Yes. I am totally with you on that. I was using my phone hand held for this video and I agree the content was shaky. I smashed my vlogging camera a few days ago and haven’t got a replacement yet. My other stuff isn’t quite that bad :) Thanks for taking the time to comment and help my overall watch ability.
Nice video! Love the photographs!! I just got my R5 as well today, cant wait to get out and shoot!
Thanks Arun. Have fun with your new camera. It's great.
Hi Graeme! I was trying to see what EF lens you are using on the first shot of the mountain & water. Beautiful!
Hi Mike. It’s the 16-35. F2.8. EF. Thanks for watching my video.
Hello Graeme, from Northern Ireland. Your location and captures are stunning, especially with all that snow. I just purchased the Canon R5 & RF 2/8 24-70mm lens. I only do landscape photography which I love with a passion. With my previous Canon 5D3 I would adjust the barrel of the lens with the affinity marker. I was thinking that I could do what I normally do and autofocus 1/3 up from the bottom, then switch over the lens to manual, then do Focus -Peaking! Would that be a proper and good set - up to get started Graeme? Having said that, I do not know how to focus peak as yet, but it is my mission to achieve this...
Hey Allan, Thanks for taking the time to comment. I don't use the focus peaking feature. If I focus manually, the R5 has green box and arrows so you can see when that part of the image is in focus. I have never had an unfocused image using this technique. I should look into focus peaking at some point.
Hey Graeme, love your video. Appreciate your "Risk-It-to-get-the-biscuit" in the cold there..lol. Very nice shots! I am in that "Making the transition over to mirrorless" myself, and I have been reading so many reviews on the R5. I am currently a Nikon shooter (D850/500), and I have been going back and forth between the Z7 ii, and this. One of my hold backs, was actually the articulating screen and how that would do in a Portrait mode shot with L bracket. So, THANK YOU for showing that :-). Have you experienced anything that you would consider a "negative" of the R5? Thanks in advance!
Hi Rob, Thanks for your comment. In terms of the shooting experience I have nothing but positive reviews. I am coming from the Canon 5d4 and this was my first mirrorless camera. It's fantastic. The only drawback is the 8k video. It doesn't play well on my computer. But I don't shoot much video and the 4k is more than fine. I thought about the R6 for a while and actually had one for a week. I was a little put off by the 20mp (only!!! ..aren't we spoiled) as I often crop my images. So I decided on the r5. I must admit I had to think for a long time if I was going to spend that much on a camera but I am glad that I did. I've never been a Nikon shooter so I am not familiar with the specs Z7 ii. The Rf glass is phenomenal too. Keep in touch. I'd be interested to know what you decide to do. All the best.
@@GraemeSomerville Will do Graeme! You and i have very similar shooting interests. Your take on many aspects reflects mine too. My wife and i live in the Washington area in Vancouver, so there are so many landscape opportunities here. And i love wildlife as well. So the D850 was my landscape and D500 was my wildlife. Love em both. But i have to admit, Mirrorless is the way to go, especially when you talk about weight and silent shooting 😎😬. Im still leaning towards the R5, as i have sold many of my Nikon lenses already. However, the lenses i do have left are pricey, and changing manufactures is a biggie, lol. So i appreciate your video and will def keep in touch. Take care, stay safe!
Really awesome shot, really glad RUclips recommended this video to me.
Thanks Sean. I appreciate you taking the time to comment.
Those were quite beautiful shots there.
Absolutely loved this video!
Stoked for more of this stuff❤️
Thank you very much Praneet. I appreciate you taking the time to comment.
Great video Graeme, thanks for sharing the adventure out.
Thanks Adrian. Much appreciated
You might look into Vallerret photography gloves. They're a bit pricey for gloves ($80-$110) but you can keep the gloves on and just open up the finger and thumb tips.
Thanks fo the tip. Much appreciated. I'll look into these.
what is the brand of L bracket and where did you get it?
Hi Jae, It's a Manfrotto L bracket. I got it on Amazon. www.amazon.com/Manfrotto-L-Bracket-Q2-MS050M4-Q2/dp/B006LW1672
@@GraemeSomerville Thank you. Happy Holidays..
Beautiful Images and Location! Cheers.
Thanks for the comment Colin. Glad you enjoyed the video.
Appreciate your effort. Thank you for sharing beautiful landscapes.
Thanks very much Doc. I’m glad you enjoyed the video.
love my R5 and love Leeds too mot haha just spotted your hat :)
Awesome!!...MOT. Shame about last weekend...
Hi if I use the canon control ring mount adapter for ef lens on canon eos r5 and canon eos r6
Does it affect any autofocus and eye ef
It all works perfectly for me. All AF modes including eye auto focus with the ef-Rf adapter.
@@GraemeSomerville does it affect the eye af using the canon lens mount adapter
Yes. I believe it should work fine. I’d check the Canon forums just to be in the safe side.
Looks like an awesome morning to shoot! Thanks for the video! I'll be switching to mirrorless soon as well!
Thanks for watching Dale. I’m def a fan of the canon mirrorless system. Although rather $$.
@@GraemeSomerville definitely! I've been using the 5d mkiv for a few years now and love it, but I think it's time for an upgrade!
Anyway, thanks for sharing! Have a wonderful rest of your day.
What a location, you got some fantastic images loved the first image. Just found your channel and really enjoyed watching your vlog, l will definitely be watching your other vlogs (despite your choice of hat 😉)
Thanks Chris. I really appreciate you taking the time to comment. Except for the hat comment 😊 I’m glad you enjoyed the video. There should be a new one coming out shortly.
Lovely...Thanks Graeme!
Lovely shot, lovely composition. Cold fingers never fun, esp if you have had frostbite. Get yourself some photography gloves that will limit the amount of time your hands are exposed. Loved the shot. Oh and a Leeds hat too, rare sighting.
Haha. You’re comment is great. Made me laugh. Leeds since 1974. I’m enjoying the moment right now. Great idea with the gloves. It’s no fun. Thanks for commenting
Hi Graeme- I am a Seattle photographer and still using the 5d mk 4, and by chance saw your video. You did an excellent job with the shot at Artist Point, it looks fantastic! I enjoyed your commentary throughout the process. I have been considering switching to the R5, but not being a professional photographer I can't justify paying $3,900 for the R5, plus replacing the 16-35 2.8, the 24-105, and the 100- 400. That is about $10,000. I am very interested to hear more about your experience on using the adapter and the especially the autofocus. I shoot landscapes and wildlife (birds in flight). Are you a professional real estate photographer? Thanks,
Hi Don, Thanks for reaching out. I wish I was a professional. I am a school teacher but do some real estate photography part-time. I am hoping to expand my RE business in the future but even so, it was a real stretch for me to get the r5. I had the 5dmrk4 but found it didn't quite work for me for real estate in those small spaces and tight rooms. I had a good summer in my part-time business so invested in the r5. I looked at the r6 and was also impressed with that. I must admit I had to think really hard before getting it. So expensive!! And then there is the RF glass. Yikes. I'll have to wait on that. The auto-focus is definitely a big jump up from the mark 4. It is so responsive and eye-tracking is amazing. It is very noticeable the difference. I found the 5dm4 hunted quite a lot and I missed maybe 5-6/10 shots when shooting birds. But the r5 is a killer wildlife camera. My success rate is easily 9/10 or higher (and I am a novice bird photographer). I am looking to do more wildlife photography now I have it. The only thing that I can tell that is lacking with not having the RF glass is the IBIS in the camera and lens. It is not as good with EF lenses and adapter. They don't talk to each other as well. But I haven't got any real data on that. Just stuff I have read.
You know you don't have to replace all your glass. I don't plan on buying the RF glass to replace what i have. Until they come out with more lenses i will be sticking to the EF lenses.
@@coryandpamela1 Totally...I'll be sticking with my EF glass too for the foreseeable future.
Good to see you again. Congrats on the new camera too.
Thanks Duane. It’s been a while. It’s Hard to get out these days.
Such a stunning location!
Which L-Bracket are you using?
Manfrotto Q2.
So relaxing to watch, great vid and photography! 15 degrees, seriously? Thats some cold photo sesh!!!
Really interesting video Graeme, got my R5 two weeks ago also changing from the 5d and as an older photographer with knees of jelly that fold out screen alone is worth the change . I’ve been shooting more video of late (having revitalised my youtube channel a bit over a year ago) and was looking for something more capable but where I could still use my existing L glass. Cheers Chris from NZ
Hi Chris, Thanks for the comments. Much appreciated. I am with you on the bad knees. I hope you're enjoying your r5. I am still loving mine after almost a year now. Hope all is well in NZ. Take care - G
Get a good pair of hobo gloves, basically gloves where you can poke your fingertips through the top of the gloves and bring them back in when they get cold.
Thanks Bill. Great advice. It will definitely help next time I go out in the cold. I appreciate you taking the time to comment and help. All the best.
Location please, if you dont mind sharing?
Hello Antonio, This is Mt Shuksan from the Mt Baker Ski area in Washington State. The exact location is called Picture Lake I think.
A suggestion. Give us a sentence of what you’re going to to, do it, and then, with gloves on, explain what you’ve done, and why. I’ve got photo gloves with fingertips that are held in place with Velcro. Peel them back, make your adjustments, fold them back, and keep warm. There are lots of different ones on Amazon, for photography and fishing. Pretty much the same concept. Believe me, they work well. Just remember the battery life at that temp can be terrible.
For landscape particularly, these new cameras allow you to shoot multiple focus zones and will combine them for full depth focus. I forget right now what the feature is called, but it can make a major difference.
Thanks Mel. Great advice. I appreciate you taking the time to write and help the overall quality of my videos. I’ll look into gloves and polishing my content a bit more. I haven’t used that focus stacking setting. Will def check it out. All the best. Graeme.
I am using very thin gloves that have rubberised tips that also pass electric current from hands to operate electronic devices such as phones or camera touch screen. You should buy those, super cheap and protect your hands a bit out in the cold.
Yes, thank you for the recommendation. I'll look into it. My fingers thank you too. And thank you for watching. Much appreciated.
@@GraemeSomerville www.decathlon.com/collections/snow-hiking-gloves/products/adult-mountain-backpacking-liner-gloves-trek-500?
Something like this :) Happy to help!
Nice photos!
Sup
@@Kai-wq8xz hallo
@@PaperDuck lol. Say it’s u
thank you :)
R5 Has such big dynamic range that you can go with 1 single raw file 97% of the time,without any ND grads :)
Hi there. Yes. Absolutely. I am finding that out. It’s incredible. There is something I like about the process of “getting it right in camera” but when it’s so cold I’m questioning my choices. Haha. Thanks for commenting.
@@GraemeSomerville Good luck with your R5,i have Eos R for now,I hope one day I can afford it
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@@L.Lyubomirov Thanks. It was a definite stretch for me that involved extra work and selling some gear. Now for the lenses...gulp!
Thank you for the video! Great picture.
Please realize that I get really sick when watching from the shaking of vlog-camera so if you could keep it on a tripod that would help alot.
Hi Dr. Yes. I am totally with you on that. I was using my phone hand held for this video and I agree the content was shaky. I smashed my vlogging camera a few days ago and haven’t got a replacement yet. My other stuff isn’t quite that bad :) Thanks for taking the time to comment and help my overall watch ability.