Reviews roundup – Canon EOS RP : Should you buy it?
Here’s a roundup of all the Canon EOS RP reviews, ratings and impressions from the web. Discover its strengths and weaknesses here!
Released in March 2019, the Canon EOS RP features a 26.2-megapixel Dual Pixel CMOS sensor, a dual pixel AF autofocus, Canon’s latest DIGIC 8 Processor, EF and EF-S compatibility, a 3-inch LCD fully articulated touch screen with, 100% cover. It has a maximum ISO sensibility of ISO 51 200.
The Canon EOS RP burst rates reaches 5 frames per second or 4 fps with continuous shooting AF tracking. It uses pupil detection in continuous AF.
For video mode, the RP is able to shoot in 4K and reaches 25 frames per second. In terms of design, Canon RP is one of the smallest and lightest full-frame cameras with a weight about 440g including memory card and a battery. It’s able to shoot 250 images per charge.
So what do the critics think of the Canon EOS RP?
Overall most reviews say that the Canon EOS RP is the first camera which can be qualified as an “entry-level full frame Camera”. It offers a good JPEG quality image but the RF system lens selection is not huge and you have to buy an adapter ring to access nice selection of lenses.
Raw shooting made more noise than lots of other cameras on the market, especially in shadows. Also, the Canon RP only permit to shoot 5 frames per second and don’t offer mechanical stabilization of the sensor.
- Compact, Lightweight and High-Quality RF Lens with a Versatile Zoom Range of 24-105 millimeter
- Optical Image Stabilization at up to 5 stops of shake correction
- Maximum Magnification of 0.4x and Minimum Focusing Distance of 0.66 feet in Auto Focus.
Most reviews like…
- Nice JPEG quality image
- Light with comfortable grip
- USB-C support for charging
- Built-in mic and headphone jacks
- Not expensive
- Good Bluetooth and transfer connection
- Protection for all types of weather
- Pupil detection
Most reviews don’t like…
- Not a lot of optics to use without an adapter ring
- Lots of noise with Raw shots
- Low battery life
- Lack of stabilization
- Lack of quality in video mode
For more infos about the positive and negatives sides of the Canon EOS RP, check out the selection of reviews below:
Websites Reviews
Camerajabber.com – ★★★★★
Cameralabs.com – ★★★½ (Recommended) – ‘The RP is ideal for Canon owners wanting to make the switch to full-frame mirrorless without breaking the bank.’
Dpreview.com – 83% (Silver Award) – ‘The Canon EOS RP’s specifications aren’t exactly exciting, but don’t let that fool you – it’s a likable little camera with engaging controls, good build quality and it produces excellent JPEGs. Of course, the Raw files are noisier and aren’t as malleable as some more contemporary full-frame cameras, but for the target audience, that won’t likely be a deal breaker. For those users looking for a friendly way to get into full-frame imaging, the EOS RP is an excellent option.’
Digitalcameraworld.com – ★★★★★ – ‘The Canon EOS RP is small, affordable and versatile. It’s not cutting edge tech, but the cheaper it gets, the more we like it’
Engadget.com – 79/100
Ephotozine.com – ★★★★½ (Highly recommended) – ‘The Canon EOS RP offers a full-frame mirrorless camera with Canon’s trusted colour reproduction, good handling, and great image quality, all at an excellent price.’
Expertphotography.com – 74/100
Pcmag.com – ★★★★★ (Excellent) – ‘Canon wants to bring full-frame photography to the masses with the affordable EOS RP. It’s a solid camera for the price, but Canon needs to release more low-cost RF-mount lenses to pair with it.’
Photographyblog.com – ★★★★★
Photoreview.com.au – 9/10 (Editor’s choice)
Trustedreviews.com – ★★★★★ (Recommended) – ‘A strong full-frame upgrade for those with older Canon DSLRs or a collections of EF lenses, but the EOS RP’s older sensor and 4K video limitations mean those starting from scratch should consider an older rival like the Sony A7 II or an APS-C alternative like the Fujifilm X-T3.’
T3.com – ★★★★★
Techradar.com – ★★★★½ (Recommended) – ‘Arguably a much more compelling proposition for those looking to move to full-frame mirrorless shooting than the EOS R, the EOS RP is blessed with a good build, great image quality, sound autofocus performance and many further pleasures. The sheen is only rubbed off a little by a lack of logical lens options and compromised video capabilities, but if you already own EF lenses and have no use for video it might be just what you were hoping Canon would end up releasing.’
Tomsguide.com – ★★★★★
Amazon users reviews
- Compact, Lightweight and High-Quality RF Lens with a Versatile Zoom Range of 24-105 millimeter
- Optical Image Stabilization at up to 5 stops of shake correction
- Maximum Magnification of 0.4x and Minimum Focusing Distance of 0.66 feet in Auto Focus.
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