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I love all your R7 videos 😮❤

Great review thanks for sharing. But for the money if your wanting lenses for R7, you should look at Meike also. If must have a Full frame lenses, then for under $500 this would be a very good lenses. But for R7, you should look at the new RF mount Meike lenses. I got the new 25mm T2.2 in RF mount and 50mm T2.2 and they are both incredible lenses. They are so sharp from center to even corners that are excellent. They are sharper, have less Chromatic Aberration, less focus breathing and look of them is one of best from any lenses I have ever tried. I prefer them over my RF L glass. Since they are Super35 APS-C lenses they are smaller and lighter with 77mm filter size which I also love. They cost $449 per lenses and have a 10mm, 25mm, 35mm, 50mm, 65mm and 85mm in the set, so lot's of options in focal lengths.

Idk if going to fullframe is an upgrade necessarily, that being said i can agree that expanding the number of sensor types you have is an upgrade

The ibis video issue is also known in the nikon z6...

No surprise with the so-so performance of the 18-150 mm, of course. It's my "going hiking" lens, or "grab and go," when I can't be bothered with lugging heavy gear.

Hi Mark! Not sure if I missed this in the video. What's your manual focus method on this setup? Focus peaking? Focus guide? Wondering if focus guide works on this lens with face/eye detect? Great video btw! :)

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

I’m so old school, I only use focus peaking and have not even checked out the other modes. This is a good idea for a video though, as using manual lenses is my plan to get around the 3rd party autofocus lens ban, so I should explore these tools.

@MossCoveredBonez

Жыл бұрын

@@markwiemels just used the focus guide on a wedding and it was incredibly handy

You could also use a Speedbooster on this FF lens to yield a more wide angle and a brighter image.

@aseemsharan

5 ай бұрын

we can use speedbooster only for EF lenses unfortunately

While it's no cinema lens the RF 85mm f/2 has similar qualities to the lens here. The bokeh isn't a smooth but it's pretty darn good. I got the 85 for my R5 but I like the 135ish mm on the R7. I'm not sure how much detail the RF 85mm resolves but it seems more than ok for my needs. Note I use it only for photos haven't tried it for video yet. Thanks so much for the video. Cheers.

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

I had intended to mention that lens as an autofocus alternative to this one, but it slipped my mind when I was shooting the video. I agree, it does have many of the same positive attributes.

@PhotoGearFun

Жыл бұрын

@@markwiemels the 7Artisan lens seems like a really good value for price though especially for a t2. I will keep it in mind if I need a cinema lens in the future.

@ericvaughan11

Жыл бұрын

I personally tried the RF 85mm f/2 and for photo's it is GREAT! For video it totally sucks!! One of worst autofocus lenses I have ever used, even the Sub $200 RF 50mm f/1.8 performs better in autofocus for video then the 85mm does. I returned it for refund. But if you portrait shooter and don't use it for video, it's an awesome lenses.

I still haven’t heard the name of the lens in the beginning only rf cinema lens

I wanted to ask, I prefer the size of the R10 is it worth the difference between the R10 vs R7? I feel like it’s the iPhone pro vs pro max, or is there a bigger difference that’s worth it more to just spend the money and get the R7? I love photography and youtube and right now I’m using the eos M 😊

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

Have you seen my R7 vs R10 video? It’s got every possible detail I could think of.

@LouisLuzuka

Жыл бұрын

@@markwiemels yes I did, that’s how I found your channel, thanks! Has your thoughts changed after a while of use or same results

@MasoMathiou

Жыл бұрын

If you often crop your images, the 32Mpx of the R7 will be helpful to keep a good image. If you are into video the R7 is definitely a worthy upgrade because of ISIS stabilization, oversampled 4K images and uncropped 60FPS. Overall the R7 is a good entry level camera for professional use while the R10 is targeting advanced amateurs. The R10 is definitely the better choice for most people.

@LouisLuzuka

Жыл бұрын

@@MasoMathiou after watching the comparison video again, it's the resolving power that makes the difference between them but then if you're not using the correct lens is it true you can't be utilizing the full sensor? I'm so curious But for me I had the sl2 so the R10 is the obvious successor but man that R7 ibis and 4k60 and 10 bit in clog 3 is very tempting ☺️ Definitely helpful comment thank you 🙏🏽❤️ I just wonder instead of spending for the R7 I could just bend over a little more and get a full frame 😍

Mark you never did the side by side photo comparison with the rp vs m6 - did you sell the m6?

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

It’s still on my list.

After having almost all of my lenses stolen for my Canon M50 on my way back from Spain last month, based on one of your reviews I went ahead and traded the body and my remaining lens in for the R7 and 18-150mm kit lens. That pretty much wiped out my budget for an extra lens. Can you do a series on what to look for and how to purchase used lenses for this camera? Also, I used the Sigma 16mm on my M50 for videos. What would be a good equivalent for the R7 for videos exclusively that is "budget" minded?

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

A used lens video is a good idea, thanks. The biggest issue with the R7 is the lack of lenses at the moment, there is no equivalent to the 16mm f1.4 at the moment. The RF 16mm f2.8 is the closest, but it doesn't hold a candle to the Sigma lens.

@TheBlueCollarConservative

Жыл бұрын

@@markwiemels what would you suggest for "talking head" videos then?

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

@@TheBlueCollarConservative I would use an adapter and adapt the Sigma 18-35mm, and use it at 18mm.

Did you have to set anything internally to get the lens to record since you don't have an EF or RF lens on there? I have a Rokinon 14mm lens that fits the camera but the camera won't record. Shutter is set to release without a lens attached.

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

No, it should just work if you have that setting correct.

Hi, right now I use the m50 mark ii with the fantastic efm 32mm 1.4 and I shoot portraits most of the time. Do you think it is worth to upgrade to the new r7? From what I have researched, rf lenses are really expensive 😱

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

No.You would not seen an improvement in the quality of the photos. I would be more worth it on the video side of things.

@kallenbach58

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I don't do videography. I sometimes miss the animal eye focus with the m50, but animals are not my main field of photography. I heard many people say the human eye focus of the r7 is better than the m50s. So thank you for the comparison.

Hi I found a great deal on a Sony A7iii for around 900, I was wondering If I should upgrade from my M50 to Sony or save up and buy an R7. I'm afraid of spending too much on Ef Lens(I use an adapter) and then later upgrading. Any advice

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

I would go for the A7III. The ergonomics aren’t as good, and the menu system is a nightmare, but overall it’s a better camera, if you can adjust to the Sony interface. You also get a much better lens selection on the Sony.

@diegodominguez205

Жыл бұрын

@@markwiemels yeah I've seen the terrible software and menu, my concern was Sony's 4k 30 since I'm trying to find a hybrid camera that performs well in low light. Also that the camera I choose most will will have to stay within that system

Maybe it’s just me, but I have always hated Canon kit lenses. I love my prime lenses! I have really considered buying the R7 to be a b cam to my R5… still can’t decide. Good video man! Bark from Obscure Mics recommended you, subbed!

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

Oh, hey man! I have been following your channel for years, also a podcast lister now too. The R7 would eb a good B-Cam for the R5. I just wish Canon made some f1.4 or f1.8 wide lenses, like most KZreadrs use, it's a huge hole in their line up. So just make sure you have an idea of what lens you will use on the R7, keeping in mind the crop factor. Really cool to hear from you, I have always enjoyed your videos.

Will the R7 still have focus peaking and/or the MF focus assist indicators with this lens on? Im interested in trying it as a fun, full manual portrait lens.

@markwiemels

7 ай бұрын

Yes, both.

@TheApostateTapir

7 ай бұрын

@@markwiemels Awesome, thank you for the reply!

@TheApostateTapir

6 ай бұрын

@@markwiemels It appears that MF Peaking a does actually work, however I'm unable to get MF Focus Guide to work. This is apparently due to the camera body needing to use a lens' AF system for phase detection even when in MF mode.

With the superb autofocus the R7 offers why would you want to bother with a manual focus lens? Besides the somewhat limited collection of RF lenses there's a plethora of EF lenses available that suit just about every need, with superb autofocus of course.

@MindzEyz

8 ай бұрын

This is in no way an insult, but if you need to ask that question, you are at a different point in your journey than the host. It's not better or worse, just different. It's kind of like autocorrect on your phone... it's a matter of intention. It may get it right sometimes or even often. But mostly, it misinterprets a LOT of what you really want... like me having to fix a bunch of this copy...

@sandersassen

8 ай бұрын

@@MindzEyz it really depends on whether you view photography as a journey with a destination. For me a camera is a tool to capture the world around me, if I want tack sharp images whilst capturing events that are rapidly unfolding in front of me auto-focus is the tool of choice. If I want to be more artistic with my shots, and focus manually, the AF-MF switch offers that option, i.e. why limit yourself to manual-focus lenses when there's a plethora of RF and EF lenses with auto-focus that can also be focussed manually?

@MindzEyz

8 ай бұрын

@sandersassen manual focus lenses (proper ones) have a much longer throw, which allows for more precision and nuance. There is also the Aperture ring as well that is fluid. They are also parfocal and have less or no breathing. They also match in color in sets for less work in post. There is more... RF lenses may as well not have manual focus they are teeerrible at it. Lol. You are exactly correct about the artistic angle. That is what I meant. Great convo. Cheers.

I just recently got these for my canon eos r7? For some reason its not letting me take pics or make videos do i need to put a adapter for it to work ? Also i saw the back of then lends it doesn’t have the lil sensors that are connected to the ones on the camera? Please let me know what ima doing wrong here thanks

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

It's a setting, operate shutter without lens, or something like that.

@martywilliams7199

Жыл бұрын

@@markwiemels Help, I bought the lens based on your rec, too and nothing happening. I cannot find the setting you mention. Please elaborate--sorry I am a newbie. :)

@Arcsecant

21 күн бұрын

​@@martywilliams7199 You can find the setting in the custom functions menu

Have you tried it on the R10? Is it compatible?

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

Yea, works perfectly.

I can’t get this 7Artisan lens to work on my brand new R7. My F stops are locked on F00 and I can’t seem to do anything to change it.

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

In the menus, release shutter without lens setting.

@thebeehiveclustermovie8195

Жыл бұрын

@@markwiemels Thank you. I spent hours trying to figure this out.

It's better on the C70

You should compair side by side 🙄

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

I agree, I should have.

surprised Canon hasn't shut them down like they did with Samyang and other manual lens makers.

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

I think manual focus lenses are ok, their dispute with the other lenses seemed to be over that autofocus system. There are even cinema cameras, not made by Canon, that use the RF mount for manual lenses.

@terranborn56

Жыл бұрын

@@markwiemels Yes, but I'm referring to Samyang/Rokinon manual lenses. Probably a licensing issue.

@Mariner1460

Жыл бұрын

It’s not really an MF vs AF thing. I think it’s electronics vs no electronics. With this lens, Canon doesn’t even know it’s there (have to explicitly enable shutter with no lens attached.) I am quite disappointed that my MF Samyang XP 85 will not work on the R7 (it works beautifully on the R). The problem is that it does have electronics to control aperture from Camera, but Canon disables it. Arghh!

@terranborn56

Жыл бұрын

@@Mariner1460 I purchased Canons EFS to RF adaptor, for the most part it works, but it adds bulk making the R7 more like a DSLR. Thanks for all the R7 info. Much appreciated. I bought the R7 mainly for it's 10bit video, so I'll be using various Cinema lenses when needed.

@Mariner1460

Жыл бұрын

@@terranborn56 For me, the EF/RF adaptor is one of the greatest features of the R system. Since I bought my R two years ago, I've been buying up Sigma Art primes and zooms every time they go on sale. These lenses are incredible on mirrorless. They are also so big and heavy as is that adding the adaptor in between is no big deal! The gem in the system has got to be the drop-in filter adaptor, making a single polarizer or ND filter available to every one of those Arts. That said, I do hope that we see some small and light high quality RF-S glass emerge from either Canon or 3rd party as I want the R7 to replace my M5 plus bag-o-lenses for travel.

u hate the r7 though

@markwiemels

Жыл бұрын

Umm, no. Not sure why you think that.