From a photo standpoint, I would still like to see Canon bring the burst mode over from the R3 to the R1, perhaps with a bit more useful implementation. But it’s kind of perplexing that the R3 can shoot at 195fps with a slower sensor and processor, while the R1 is capped at 40fps. Some of the firearms events I photograph could certainly benefit from additional frames when we are trying catch massive gunpowder plumes exiting a barrel or capturing bullets in midair. I’m actually considering renting a Sony A9III just for these events.
On the video side, Canon made some odd choices over the past few releases. Allowing users to have False Color as an exposure tool is my personal preference. It has been great to see the R1/R5II/R6II and now the R6III ship with it. However, Canon won’t let you use LOG View Assist at the same time on the older models. The R6III, C50, C400, C70, C80 each allow for view assist to be enabled and then you can still toggle false color on/off to check exposure. This is how you film! You check it quickly and turn it off!! It’s a really strange limitation and was something I was sure they would have fixed by now. The only workaround is using an external monitor with a built-in LUT. Obviously, many of us are expecting this firmware to introduce open gate to the R1/R5II because the sensor and processor speeds should, in theory, be very capable of handling. I’m not holding my breath right now. I don’t believe Canon will bring over anything major to either camera this late in their lifecycle…but fingers crossed!
**Most issue with cameras locking up and overheating seem to come from the memory cards. CFExpress Type B cards are finicky, should ideally be formatted inside each camera they are used in, can generate a lot of heat at idle, and aren’t created equal within the same brand or even the same product line. I have a couple cards that only lock up my R5II consistently, but work flawlessly in the C400 or R6III. I suppose that’s why Canon has a recommended list.
