safak said:

Let the battery level show on the top LCD when the camera is off—that’s all I want. I don’t really have high expectations from Canon anymore, thanks Canon (r5 mk ii).

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Maybe I'm out of the loop, but the R5 mark ii has been the best camera I've ever used. I agree the battery indicator on the top window while the camera is off would be nice, but I can't say the R5 mark ii has let me down really at all.

Let the battery level show on the top LCD when the camera is off—that’s all I want. I don’t really have high expectations from Canon anymore, thanks Canon (r5 mk ii).

I shoot wildlife and larger birds (eagles, etc). Currently using two R5m2s with the 100-500 and 70-200mm f2.8 Z. The 100-500mm is my workhorse and I really love this lens. But I want to upgrade to faster glass and the extra 100mm of reach. I really want the improved Bokeh and low light advantages of faster glass.

Looking at patents is fun, but unrealistic. Apparently, the patent for an "L" series lens is rarely released ahead of the lens. Canon should update their EF 400mm f2.8 and 600mm f4 lens adapted to the RF mount, soon. Nikon released their 400 2.8 with the teleconverter in 2022, which is very popular due to the increased versatility and convenience. Actually, both Canon & Sony have done nothing to respond. I will be amazed if Canon updates their 400 & 600mm without built in teleconverters.

Yes, I have been envious of Nikon's long glass options, but not their cameras (my opinion). I have considered buying a Nikon long glass setup. I've debated the old EF 200-400 f4 ( released in 2013) with the built in teleconverter, but not in love with 8lb weight. It's actually pretty sad that I'm looking back at a 13 year old lens as an upgrade! I have high hopes Canon is going to wake up and upgrade their long glass options. I've watched the rumored 200-500 f4 (which I would have bought) transform into the 300-600mm fixed 5.6. In my opinion, a proposed $7000 fixed 5.6 lens is a disappointment for the money and a minimal upgrade from the 100-500. I love the versatility of a zoom for wildlife, but I've come to the realization that I need a prime. So, if they release a new RF 400mm f2.8 with a switchable teleconverter (providing 400 & 560mm like the Nikon); I'm going to buy it. If not I'll buy a used RF 400mm 2.8 and do the teleconverter juggle. There I've made a decision. Now, it's Canon's turn to release some lens in the next 6 months! I'm almost 70 years old; it doesn't do me any good if I'm in a nursing home when you finally release the lens I want!!!!

SnowMiku said:

I also wish the R8 II would have the same battery as the R6 II, but the R8 is smaller and market segmentation.

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I know that the body would have to be a little bit bigger, but if they are making a mkII there will have to be some improvements

blobmonster said:

35mm pancake. Even F5.6 if necessary but make it 35 not 28. Or 22mm rf-s f2 or 2.8 would be fine too.

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Crop the 28mm by 1.25 and you have a 35mm. On a 32MP sensor, you'll have 20.5MP left.

IBIS is a must, as are improvements to MF assists. I do find Canon's MF assist with electronic communication to be amazing but obv not all MF glass has electronic contacts.

neuroanatomist said:

Not that Canon cares about individual buyers, but still I hear someone at HQ saying, “Mwaaaahaaaahaaaa, our plan continues to succeed!”

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Hehe indeed

Skyfall said:

Damnit, this is what will push me towards an r5 ii. Seem to be quite little development in aps-c world in general unfortunately

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Not that Canon cares about individual buyers, but still I hear someone at HQ saying, “Mwaaaahaaaahaaaa, our plan continues to succeed!”

Eric84 said:

Why cant a R8 mkII have the same battery as the R6 mkII ?

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The camera would need to be larger.

To sum up several posts (not singling yours out)…why not just make the R8 the R6 but keep the R8 price? Because…no.

ISv said:

Well, I'm posting this on this topic only because from first glance I was thinking "fungus"! Particularly some kind of Jelly fungus.
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The lesson is: don't touch what you don't know otherwise you might get into a sticky mess!

Eric84 said:

Why cant a R8 mkII have the same battery as the R6 mkII ?

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I also wish the R8 II would have the same battery as the R6 II, but the R8 is smaller and market segmentation.

Snapster said:

But they need to level up the RF 50mm 1.8.

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How about the 45mm f/1.2 ?

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1930513-REG/canon_7198c002_rf_45mm_f_1_2_stm.html

blackcoffee17 said:

I don't see Canon replacing the LP-E17 battery anytime soon.

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Why cant a R8 mkII have the same battery as the R6 mkII ?

Canon Rumors said:

We know that the Canon EOS R8 Mark II …
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- I don’t think they’ll do a boxy design. Canon is too proud of their ergonimics.
- no brighter EFV. The reason is power consumption (and costs)
- I wouldn’t expect a retro EF-RF adapter. I don’t think this is a transition camera for DSLR users. And they want to sell new (RF) lenses.

I also wish canon makes something new (better screen, new menu, etc). Retro or not.

Damnit, this is what will push me towards an r5 ii. Seem to be quite little development in aps-c world in general unfortunately

Well, I'm posting this on this topic only because from first glance I was thinking "fungus"! Particularly some kind of Jelly fungus.
Actually a sap from old trunk of Araucaria sp.! How that old trunk can produce a sap I don't know but it's a sap (I had a hard time to clean my fingers).

Today I got only that Red-billed Leiothrix. The "needles" of the Australian Iron tree sometimes are doing interesting background but the branches are able to destroy any photo...

AlanF said:

And a few small birds; Wren, Barnswallow and Meadow Pipit.


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And a few small birds; Wren, Barnswallow and Meadow Pipit.


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Happy birthday Alan! Very productive... I'm sure with all these birds you really got a good time! My favorites are

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And a few small birds; Wren, Barnswallow and Meadow Pipit.


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Happy Birthday Alan! With all these birds I'm sure you had a great time! My favorite is (not because the others are bad!!!) the series with the Greater White-throat! Especially the second photo where you got it perfectly (I like the posture, others may like other photos and that are just a personal opinions/differences!)!

...first Brown Thrasher in years. It would be good (for photos) to find the nest; the thrashers are energetic nest-builders



R5MkII and 200-800 @ 800

Uneternal said:

Before I actually see Canon deviating from their classic form factors, I expect an R8 housing with just a silver top. Remember, they did that with a special edition of the RP, too.

Wouldn't be too bad, tho:

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Me too.I actually hate the shape of old cameras and think a film camera shaped digital camera would be stoopid. I'm ok with nested mechanical controls like the A1 film camera though!That would be worthwhile

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Michael Clark said:

I'm glad it works for you.

The lack of a way for even a third party to make a usable grip was the thing I couldn't ignore. My right rotator cuff makes it near impossible for me to shoot vertically without a grip with vertical controls.

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That's the reason I bought grips for both my 5D3 and 7D. The surgery reduced the pain but I never fully recovered the strength.

Beautiful shots, guys. Keep posting.

Purple Finch taken with my Canon R8 and 600mm f11

daveohig said:

chunky bloaters R5 / R6

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Coming from DSLRs, this made me chuckle.