ThermosOfPainJul 9, 2023

Will I regret getting a Canon RP?

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Will I regret getting a Canon RP? - midwest.social

As an enthusiast that takes portraits, travel, some macro, some wildlife, and a desire to do more sports and birding; I’ve always wanted to upgrade my SL1 to a full frame sensor/mirrorless. Price is a big deal for me, and I want to buy once cry once–i want a camera that will last me the next 8+ years. Reviews on the RP look great, and I don’t pretend to be an expert–im confused though, because while the R6 mkii has a few nice features I can’t see why it costs twice as much. Is the R6 mkii worth the upgrade, and/or will it be more future proof?

Show threadZakJul 9, 2023

Being price-sensitive, I would suggest looking really hard at the lens ecosystem. Canon has blocked the production of third-party autofocus lenses for RF mount with legal threats, and the more desirable first-party options tend to be pricey. Nikon allows some third-party lenses on Z-mount, and Sony of course has a huge selection on E-mount.

Nikon has a somewhat comparable option in the Z5, but with Sony, the budget option is used. Both the A7 III and A9 are selling a bit over $1000 on Ebay.

Show threadpfannkuchen_gesichtJul 12, 2023
They did what now?! With that in mind I know I won’t be buying Canon…
Show threadZak

It was pretty well-documented - here’s one source. Most of the manufacturers have some sort of limits or controls on third-party lenses, usually with patents that should have failed the obviousness test. I believe the state of the mirrorless ecosystem is:

Third-party AF lenses forbidden:

  • Canon RF

Third-party lenses approved on a case-by-case basis:

  • Fuji X
  • Fuji GFX
  • Nikon Z

Open (some may charge a license fee):

  • Sony E
  • Micro four-thirds
  • L-mount
Viltrox Says Canon has Demanded They Stop Selling RF-Mount Lenses

There are no third party RF AF lenses on the market.

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Jul 12, 2023 at 1:15pmWeb
Show threadpfannkuchen_gesichtJul 12, 2023
Well that’s kinda awful… makes the whole segment even less attractive.