R1 review by FStopper

 FStopper has published their review of the Canon R1 which you can read here. 

Their major complain, the 24 MP of this camera. And I ask, who needs more than 24 MP? And I ask them, are you planning to print billboard size banners or so? Otherwise, 24 MP is more than enough for 90 of the shooters out there. 

Compared to higher MP cameras, 24 MP images have manageable file sizes, making them easier to store, edit, and share without requiring excessive storage or powerful processing equipment. Images are easier to edit, especially on standard computers, as they don’t require the processing power and RAM needed for handling massive files from cameras with higher MP counts.

In short, a 24 MP camera strikes an excellent balance for amateur and professional photographers alike, delivering high-quality results without the trade-offs associated with either extremely high or very low resolutions.

If I have any complains about this camera is the price: $6300 before taxes. If anyone out there wants to donate one to me, for sure, I'm not going to complain about it's 24 MP.

Not everyone is happy...

Not everyone is happy with Canon's new cameras, the R1 and the R5 Mark II. Here, you can read what photographer Illya Ovchar thinks about these two models.

While the Canon R1 and R5 Mark II undoubtedly bring some interesting features to the table, they don't represent the game-changing advancements that many of us were hoping for. The incremental improvements and high price points make them less appealing for photographers who are already well-equipped with previous models. The reality is that in the world of photography, there haven't been any truly "bad" cameras for over a decade. What matters more than having the latest gear is mastering the tools you already have and focusing on the craft of photography itself. So, before you get caught up in the hype and feel the urge to upgrade, consider whether these new releases genuinely offer something that will transform your work—or if they're just another marketing push designed to empty your wallet.

Here is one important point, the R5 Mark II has a stacked sensor which makes a huge difference for wildlife, sport or any action photography. Other than that, a wedding photographer will not notice any substantial difference between the R5 and R5 Mark II, not to pay the huge difference in price.