Canon EOS R R5 Mark II
Blackmagic Design CINECAMPOCHDEF06P
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS R R5 Mark II
The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is widely praised for its exceptional autofocus, especially for sports and wildlife, with many users noting a significant upgrade from the original R5. However, several reviewers report overheating issues during extended use, particularly in warm conditions, and some express disappointment with high ISO noise and occasional freezing or autofocus failures. The camera's pre-capture and eye-tracking features are game-changers for action photography, but the need for new LP-E6P batteries to unlock full functionality is a common frustration.
Pros
- Exceptional autofocus speed and accuracy
- Excellent for sports and wildlife photography
- Pre-capture feature for action shots
- Eye-tracking autofocus works well
- Improved viewfinder with no blackout
Cons
- Overheating during extended use
- High ISO noise at higher settings
- Occasional freezing and lockups
- Autofocus failures in some conditions
- Requires new LP-E6P batteries for full functionality
Blackmagic Design CINECAMPOCHDEF06P
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro is widely praised as an exceptional value for filmmakers, offering professional-grade 6K footage and robust build quality at a fraction of the cost of competitors like the Red Komodo or Sony FX6. Users highlight its compatibility with Canon EF lenses, excellent low-light performance, and the included DaVinci Resolve Studio license as major advantages. However, concerns include a fragile screen that may fail, lack of autofocus improvements, no image stabilization, and no global shutter, which can be limiting for some workflows.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Professional 6K image quality
- Robust build quality
- Canon EF lens compatibility
- Excellent low-light performance
Cons
- Fragile screen prone to failure
- No autofocus improvements
- No image stabilization
- No global shutter
- Expensive repair costs
Scores
Specifications
| Canon EOS R R5 Mark II | Blackmagic Design CINECAMPOCHDEF06P | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 45 MP★ | 21.200000762939453 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | DIGIC X | Gen 5 Color Science |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | PhotoPhase Detection: 1053VideoPhase Detection: 975 | — |
| Eye AF | ✓★ | — |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps | 50 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | 20 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 6K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 120 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | RAW, H.265 | Blackmagic RAW, ProRes 422/ProRes 422 HQ/ProRes 422 Proxy/ProRes 422LT |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2" | 5"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 5.8M dots★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.59 kg★ | 2.00 kg |
| Battery Life | 320 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | ✗ | ✓★ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS R R5 Mark II
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Below average social proof (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (31st percentile)
Blackmagic Design CINECAMPOCHDEF06P
- Strong video (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong burst (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong display (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 82 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 15 of 33 specs.
