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Refurbished: Canon EOS RP Full-frame Mirrorless Camera (Body Only)
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HOWEVER:
- the sensor in this camera was 50 years behind even when it launched
- the AF is not good
- the biggest argument against it is the Canon R8, which is literally 10 years ahead in sensor tech and 6-8 years ahead in AF, not to mention video. If you can wait until the Black Friday sale, you can probably get a refurb R8 for $800 by then. In my book, that's a far superior deal for an almost-state-of-the-art camera that will be capable for at last a decade. That's the camera I'm going to buy.
Of course, if you buy the RP at $499, you can still take beautiful portraits, landscapes, event shots. It's just not as versatile and capable as the R8 is.
But they had a combo deal to get a refurb lens for cheap.
If you're coming from a previous Canon, you may be eligible for a 10% loyalty discount.
FOR THE PRICE, it's a very capable camera. If you intend to use EF lenses, there's an adapter available. (the refurb version is currently out of stock)
https://www.usa.canon.c
this shows lens compatibility but there are limitations to using Rebel lenses
https://www.canon.ie/lenses/compatibility/
There's a Facebook page dedicated to the RP
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But they had a combo deal to get a refurb lens for cheap.
If you're coming from a previous Canon, you may be eligible for a 10% loyalty discount.
FOR THE PRICE, it's a very capable camera. If you intend to use EF lenses, there's an adapter available. (the refurb version is currently out of stock)
https://www.usa.canon.c
this shows lens compatibility but there are limitations to using Rebel lenses
https://www.canon.ie/lenses/compatibility/
There's a Facebook page dedicated to the RP
Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank 11A
HOWEVER:
- the sensor in this camera was 50 years behind even when it launched
- the AF is not good
- the biggest argument against it is the Canon R8, which is literally 10 years ahead in sensor tech and 6-8 years ahead in AF, not to mention video. If you can wait until the Black Friday sale, you can probably get a refurb R8 for $800 by then. In my book, that's a far superior deal for an almost-state-of-the-art camera that will be capable for at last a decade. That's the camera I'm going to buy.
Of course, if you buy the RP at $499, you can still take beautiful portraits, landscapes, event shots. It's just not as versatile and capable as the R8 is.
It all depends on what you're coming from. Unlike most rebels, this is a full frame camera (like the 5d Mark XXX). So it will work with EF lenses with an adapter, but not EF-S lenses.
That said, if you've never experienced a good full frame camera it's magic. I have this, a 50mm f1.7 and a 28mm f2.8. I slap a lens on it, and it takes great pictures. That simple.
Yes, there are cameras with better AF and better sensors out there, but they all cost more. As R8 prices keep falling, the "value" proposition of this camera is diminishing… but it will still let you take very good pictures.
That said, if you've never experienced a good full frame camera it's magic. I have this, a 50mm f1.7 and a 28mm f2.8. I slap a lens on it, and it takes great pictures. That simple.
Yes, there are cameras with better AF and better sensors out there, but they all cost more. As R8 prices keep falling, the "value" proposition of this camera is diminishing… but it will still let you take very good pictures.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
Compatibility:
The Canon EOS RP is a full-frame mirrorless camera that uses the RF lens mount, but it also offers compatibility with EF and EF-S lenses through the use of a mount adapter.
Mount Adapter:
The Mount Adapter EF-EOS R allows you to attach EF and EF-S lenses to the EOS RP's RF mount.
EF-S Lens Considerations:
While you can use EF-S lenses, keep in mind that they are designed for Canon's APS-C cameras, which have a smaller sensor size than the full-frame sensor in the EOS RP.
Image Crop:
Using EF-S lenses on the EOS RP will result in a crop factor, meaning the image will be cropped in the same way as if you were using an EF-S lens on an APS-C camera.
Full-Frame Experience:
To fully utilize the full-frame sensor of the EOS RP, it's recommended to use native RF lenses or EF lenses, which are designed for full-frame cameras.
Alternatives:
If you're looking to upgrade your lens system, consider transitioning to RF lenses or exploring the use of EF lenses, which offer a wider range of options for full-frame photography
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You can use ef/efs lenses with an adapter. EF-S lenses will shoot in crop frame mode, though, not in full frame.
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I had to return my 1st refurb RP due to electronic issues. Took a few weeks to get the refurb replacement but no complaints. Canon and Nikon pre COVID had excellent and knowledgeable support. I have not had to use telephone support lately. When I first bought the RP it was because my old Canon Rebel 3 was in no more. rip. The telephone rep at Canon refurbs gave me an addl 10% off and for the refurb RP, refurb lens adapter and an addl refurb lens. About 18 months ago.
Please also buy addl batteries as the RP battery is small and barely made it through my 100s of eclipse pics. I bought cheap Chinese knock offs and addl chargers via eBay or Amazon. Canon officially does not like the off brand batteries at about 3-5 USD each and the camera will not tell you battery strength. But beats spending 60- per Canon official battery.
For an amateur with only basic needs the RP is likely overkill. For sports, night pics, and birding it seems like you will need a much more expensive and capable camera body and an expensive plus heavy low f stop lens. Oly and pana m4/3 with half frame sensors allow use of smaller and lighter weight lenses but you loose low light capabilities. This is why I prefer my Oly with a 14-150 mm small lens as my go to kit most of the time. That said the 100-400mm f4 Canon lens is likely a touch sharper than the excellent Oly 40-150 mm f2.8. But the Canon system is so much heavier and larger. The oly is also weather sealed as are some of their lenses. I think the RP is not weather sealed. Oly also has image stabilization in the camera body, so not needed on the lenses. I think the RP body is not sensor stabilized. The 100-400 mm f4 lens has 2 modes of stabilization on the v1.
Ken Rockwell has a very positive and practical review of the RP on his nice website. https://kenrockwell.com/canon/eos-r/rp.htm
Apologies for this long post.Hope this helps.
https://www.usa.canon.c
I decided to buy the Canon, but a popular photographer on YT swears by a much cheaper alternative:
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Best Budget EF to RF Adapter - JJC EF EOS R Adapter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJ5G1uG
Here is the JJC EF-EOS R Adapter and in my opinion the best budget adapter on the market. If you're like most of us Canon shooters upgrading to the new EOS R system you'll have amassed a bunch of EF glass over the years. Unforatatly there seems to be a global parts shortage on most electronics which means that the official Canon EF-RF adapters are hard to get a hold of. Last year when I picked up the Canon EOS R5 adapters were sold out everywhere so I turned to a third party brand. I've been using this JJC EF-RF adapter alongside my Canon EF-RF adapter and I'm happy to report that there is no difference in performance or image quality. Both adapters preform identically. If you're on a budget I fully recommend the JJC adapter based on my experience with it.
There are a few differences between the two adapters. Most notably the Canon adapter has weather sealing while the JJC does not. I don't shoot in the rain so it's not a big issue to me but if dealing with wet conditions is something you do regularly the Canon adapter is probably best for you. Other than that the JJC adapter comes with a detachable tripod mount. It might help balance a camera with a heavier lens on a gimbal better or give you more height clearance. Build quality is the same. Easy of use is the same. If you don't plan on shooting in the rain get eh JJC adapter and save your self some extra bucks to put towards an RF lens.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product...B07WX
https://www.usa.canon.c
Thank you!
I had to return my 1st refurb RP due to electronic issues. Took a few weeks to get the refurb replacement but no complaints. Canon and Nikon pre COVID had excellent and knowledgeable support. I have not had to use telephone support lately. When I first bought the RP it was because my old Canon Rebel 3 was in no more. rip. The telephone rep at Canon refurbs gave me an addl 10% off and for the refurb RP, refurb lens adapter and an addl refurb lens. About 18 months ago.
Please also buy addl batteries as the RP battery is small and barely made it through my 100s of eclipse pics. I bought cheap Chinese knock offs and addl chargers via eBay or Amazon. Canon officially does not like the off brand batteries at about 3-5 USD each and the camera will not tell you battery strength. But beats spending 60- per Canon official battery.
For an amateur with only basic needs the RP is likely overkill. For sports, night pics, and birding it seems like you will need a much more expensive and capable camera body and an expensive plus heavy low f stop lens. Oly and pana m4/3 with half frame sensors allow use of smaller and lighter weight lenses but you loose low light capabilities. This is why I prefer my Oly with a 14-150 mm small lens as my go to kit most of the time. That said the 100-400mm f4 Canon lens is likely a touch sharper than the excellent Oly 40-150 mm f2.8. But the Canon system is so much heavier and larger. The oly is also weather sealed as are some of their lenses. I think the RP is not weather sealed. Oly also has image stabilization in the camera body, so not needed on the lenses. I think the RP body is not sensor stabilized. The 100-400 mm f4 lens has 2 modes of stabilization on the v1.
Ken Rockwell has a very positive and practical review of the RP on his nice website. https://kenrockwell.com/canon/eos-r/rp.htm
Apologies for this long post.Hope this helps.
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I use almost all of my lenses adapted from EF to RF mount using the canon adapter, works great. If I had any gripes, it would be that larger lenses (like the 85mm or 105mm f/1.4 sigmas) are TOO front heavy for this. They work great on a 6D + Grip but difficult to carry on an RP
Would absolutely purchase more. Again, not great for video but usable. No in body IS, but full frame. I use almost exclusively f/1.4 primes and love the sharpness and clarity, much easier for that exact focus compared to a DSLR