Canon EOS 850D

[...] I have started to make sure to set the other modes to extreme values so I realise right away. [...] 12:18 - MF eyepiece confirmation - man, I've taken tens of thousands of pictures with this camera and never knew there is a focus confirmation in the eyepiece when you're in MF. [...] I always used to do manual focus through liveview display with focus peaking (and 10x digital zoom to confirm.) since have had some bad experiences with manual focus through viewfinder after having nudged the little dial to correct for glasses next to the eyepiece and ending up with hundreds of out of focus. Great video, really goes in depth about the camera and handling rather than repeating the same old specs you find on every product page. [...]

I bought the 850D ... [...] Am more than happy with what i bought .

[...] Still think is the best camera of the bunch since it has a small size being easy to carry and to fit on a gimbal, it has 4K clean output with 10bit 4:2:2 for an Atomos V, 120fps slow motion albeit in 1080p with no Phase Detect or sound, 4K uncropped but still with 1.6x crop that Canon APSC has but with the speed booster for M mount will approach a full frame sensor and ver. [...] The RAW photos are a breeze to edit as well and the battery life is excellent. [...] With quality lenses the M6 mk II is a very capable camera for photo or quality video. [...]

I'd advise anyone - not to buy the Canon 2000d or 4000d...NO Dual Pixel Auto Focus, these cameras were obsolete when they came out, Canon just put WIFI in. [...] The lack of micro-adjustment on those DSLRs may be a waste of money - depending on the type of photography you do. Getting sharp focus with those DSLRs and their potential back/front focus inaccuracies...well you may regret spending money on them. When I use my Canon 600D radio triggers, studio soft-boxes etc I always stop the aperture down - at least f5.6 for better focus depth, both my Canon 600ds front focus no such problem with my Samsung NX11 (mirrorless). Worth doing a Google search - "canon dpaf". [...]

[...] I have owned a Rebel T6 (1300D) as my one and only DSLR camera for almost 3 yrs now. [...] So when I read Canon was releasing a new Rebel camera, I was thinking this (T8i/850D) would be a perfect step up from my T6. [...] Until Canon can confirm the rumored Canon M50 Mk II - this looks like the camera might be my choice.

When people ask me about the camera they should buy, I'm fond of saying it's difficult to go terribly wrong. [...] The RF mount now presents a challenge as one cannot begin to collect those lenses in preparation for moving to the R-line as many of us did with our APS-C cameras, getting ready to go full-frame.

The one I just shared was with my Canon EOS 850D. The photo of the parakeets (earlier in the thread) was taken with my phone (Pixel 3). I probably could buy a lens to get better zoom. [...]

I have just bought the eos-850d not had that much experance with camerasafter watching your review found it very helpful thank you John.

Lots of people have been really negative about this camera. So far I really like it. Big upgrade from the 40D I have.

[...] Based on your website review of this camera, I moved up from my iPhone and bought one: my first DSLR! [...]

[...] I actually had to return a 90D, just not getting sharp, well defined images expected. Like you, been doing this a long time, very disappointed. Wanted apsc to get added reach on L series 300 + 1.4 Canon extender pics. Now can't wait to get out there when 850 delivered. Cheers from the UK

[...] But that little M50 is a surprisingly good camera. [...]

[...] The part about the lens correction helped me be more comfortable on eBay buying older canon lenses

The lack of USB charging is the single biggest issue for me in this era. I have an 80D and I can't use it as a webcam for extended periods and it's really frustrating to not have that confidence to leave it on. This is a serious omission.

[...] I had a question about the camera - I find it takes a good 2 (long) seconds for the photo to show up on the viewfinder and I'm wondering if there's any way to speed that up? Would reducing the resolution of the photo help display the photo faster? [...]

I own the m50 and the sony a6400. The sony is a better camera overall for various reasons but for simple YouTube videos, i think the m50 is a better value. I feel this is a m50 with an optical viewfinder, slower burst shooting and larger body. It's not worth the extra money. [...]

[...] I am currently the user of the previous Canon 760D and the earlier 550D But i am kinda torn between the new Canon mirrorless EOS R6/R5 full frame camera. But the two units price are kinda eye watering for Singapore prices. [...] Thats not including the battery grip and the conversion mount to adapt EF lenses to the body. [...] What I like about my 760D is that it has the top LCD screen which allows me to quick glance my current shooting settings. [...] But If i wished to retain my battery grip and the extra batteries, that means giving up the top LCD screen to use the 850D. I could also go mid range and pick the 90D which will have the same look and feel like my current 760D but i will need to re-buy the battery grip and batteries packs. [...] Basically I need an upgrade camera that can deliver good stills and up to 4K 60 fps video recording. [...]

[...] Would you advise me to update the camera to the 6dmii, or would you advise me to invest in better lenses? [...] And if you advise me to get a new camera, which is the best option, knowing that I am a student and the budget is not the best thing? [...]

Hello , there used to be aCA mode in the older cameras , on the dials , do u know where it when to in this camera ? I’m particularly looking for all the color settings like vivid , brighter darker , soft ... which I used regularly with the flash off mode Plz help Thank you