The Canon EOS RP is impressively small despite having a large full-frame sensor and offers flexible imaging options along with a portable form factor. Thanks to the 26.2MP full-frame high-resolution CMOS sensor together with the DIGIC 8 image processor, photos and UHD 4K video can be taken in a wide sensitivity range from ISO 100 to 40,000 for working in different lighting conditions. . Burst shooting at up to 5 frames per second is also supported for shooting moving subjects. The sensor also enables an advanced Dual Pixel CMOS AF system with 4,779 selectable phase detection points on the sensor for fast and accurate focusing during still photography and video operation.
However, the RP lacks several key buttons usually found on Canon DSLRs, such as dedicated ISO, White Balance, and AF Drive buttons – all of which are also missing from the R. However, it is pleasing to see that the EOS RP ditches the unique Touch Bar controls that debuted on the EOS R.
Tested Features of Canon RP
- slow-mo
- 4k video
- iso
- grains
- color tone
- W.B
- picture style
- blur
- bokeh
- low light
- picture quality
- touch screen
- auto light optimization
- burst shoot
- autofocus
- Sharpness
Canon RP features a rating in Photography
- iso range: 10\10
- color tone: 9\10
- white balance: 9\10
- background blur: 10\10
- bokeh effect: 10\10
- grains coverage: 10\10
- highlights & shadows detail: 10\10
- autofocus: 10\10
- jpeg quality: 9\10
- continuous shooting speed: 10\10
- depth of field: 10\10
- live view photography: 9\10
- eye tracking: 10\10
- flashlight photography: 10\10
- HDR mode: 10\10
- Touch Screen Focus: 9\10
- sharpness: 10\10
- image stabilization: 9\10
Key features of the Canon RP
- 26.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
- DIGIC 8 Image Processor
- UHD 4K and Full HD 1080 Video
- 2.36m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
- 3" 1.04m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF, 4779 AF Points
- ISO 100-40000, Up to 5 fps Shooting
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity
It was an interesting experiment in a way, but the response to this new control was rather lackluster and we don't miss it on the RP. In the same vein, the RP sticks to the traditional PASM mode dial, which we prefer over the EOS R's Mode button system. The classic mode dial is quicker to operate and is simply more straightforward and easier to use.
Outdoor Photography Test of Canon RP
While the EOS RP is undoubtedly smaller, lighter, and perhaps a bit more cropped compared to a typical full-frame Canon DSLR, the little RP still has the distinctive look and feel of a Canon camera. The layout of the buttons, the labeling of the controls, the menus, and simply the features of the controls will be familiar to photographers who are used to Canon cameras. And even if you've never picked up a Canon before, we think the RP is intuitive, comfortable, and easy to use, while still offering enough physical controls to please the more advanced shooters who might opt for it.
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The Canon EOS RP offers flexible imaging options along with a portable form factor. Thanks to the 26.2MP full-frame high-resolution CMOS sensor together with the DIGIC 8 image processor, photos and UHD 4K video can be taken in a wide sensitivity range from ISO 100 to 40,000 for working in different lighting conditions. .
In addition, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enable wireless remote control of the camera along with direct sharing of images to connected mobile devices. The EOS RP features an RF lens mount that supports Canon's range of RF mount lenses. This mount is characterized by its wide 54mm diameter and short 20mm rear flange distance, which supports the ability to design lenses that are faster and smaller than their SLR equivalents. In addition, continuous shooting at speeds of up to 5 frames per second is possible for working with moving objects. When working with still images, this focusing system works to focus quickly and accurately, making it ideal for shooting and tracking moving subjects, ensuring critical focus is achieved with every shot.
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Thanks to the Touch AF system, focusing in the rack is possible by simply touching elements in the scene on the touch screen to change the focus in an intuitive way. In addition, the focus system is sensitive down to EV -5 for working in really low light conditions with precise AF capabilities. When recording in-camera, 4K video has 4:2:0 sampling and 8-bit color depth, and 4:2:2 8-bit output is possible when using an external recorder.
Audio can be recorded using the built-in stereo microphone, or an optional external microphone can also be used via the 3.5mm microphone jack. When recording video, the 5-axis Dual Sensing IS system can also be used to electronically reduce the occurrence of camera shake for sharper, smoother footage. Rear 3.0" LCD with 1.04m dot and flip-out design for easier use when working from high, low, and front angles. It's also a touch screen for intuitive control of shooting, playback, and menu navigation. in Wi-Fi connectivity and Bluetooth enable wireless sharing, control, and transfer of images with a compatible smart device via the Canon Camera Connect app, which also supports geotagging files using your mobile device's location data.
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For all their appealing features, one of the issues with using a full-frame camera has been its larger profile, however, the EOS RP is Canon's lightest and smallest full-frame EOS camera to date. * Weight approx. Weighing in at 440g (body only), while impressively compact and comfortable to use, the EOS RP is more comfortable to carry, shoot and store than any previous full-frame EOS camera.
Designed to work seamlessly with RF lenses, the EOS RP also maintains full compatibility with EF and EF-S lenses via one of three optional mount adapters. When using EF-S lenses, the EOS RP will even automatically crop to reflect the APS-C size sensor the lenses are designed for.
The RF mount on the EOS RP has a large 54mm internal diameter – the same as the EOS R – allowing impressive handling and providing increased flexibility for lens construction. The camera's mirrorless design allows the rear lens member to be much closer to the image plane. This shortened back focal length, combined with the 54mm diameter RF mount, helps the lens deliver stellar optical quality and stunning performance while allowing for an innovative compact camera and lens design.
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All RF lenses have a 20mm flanged focal length, which is the distance from the lens mount to the surface of the image sensor. This flange focal length balances the advantages of a short back focal length with the technical requirements necessary for mounting stability. Thus, the focal length of the RF mount flange ensures excellent optical performance while maintaining the mount stiffness and camera durability necessary for real-world operation.
indoor Studio Photography Test of Canon RP
Thanks to a robust 12-pin connection between the camera and the lens, the EOS RP camera and RF lenses are able to communicate at high speed, transferring large amounts of data and information for incredibly fast AF, plus improved image stabilization and optimization.
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Mount adapters such as the EF-EOS R mount adapter provide a seamless connection between the EOS RP camera and EF and EF-S lenses with all functions intact. The EF-EOS R mount adapter offers L-series-level weather and dust sealing and is even compatible with EF extenders such as the Extender EF 1.4x III to extend your camera's optical reach. In addition to the ability to use EF and EF-S lenses on the EOS RP, the EF-EOS R Control Ring Mount Adapter and the EF-EOS R Drop-in Filter Mount Adapter add features that open up a host of new possibilities for creative photography. capture.
The EOS RP camera features a 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor developed and manufactured by Canon with approx. 26.2 effective megapixels. It uses the DIGIC 8 image processor to increase the speed of all operations. This means fast, efficient performance and phenomenal image quality for large prints.
The EOS RP camera has a standard ISO sensitivity range of 100-40000 for stills and 100-25600 for video (100-12800 for shooting 4K video). Combined with the EOS RP's remarkable low-light AF performance, still, photography and video recording are possible even in dark situations.
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The EOS RP has an in-camera Digital Lens Optimizer that works with RF lenses (and EF/EF-S lenses with a mount adapter) to provide a substantial improvement in image quality. Digital Lens Optimizer reduces image degradation caused by low-pass filters or wide-angle lenses. It can be used for both shooting and RAW data development and does not affect the burst speed. Data from compatible EF and EF-S lenses is built into the camera, and data information from RF lenses is transmitted almost instantly via the EOS RP's 12-pin communication system.
The EOS RP camera has a large focusing area of approx. 88% horizontally and 100% vertically^ not only with RF lenses but also when working with selected EF lenses. With older EF lenses or with Extender type I and II, the EOS RP will focus on approx. 80% horizontally and 80% vertically. This means fast and impressive focus, even when your subject is far off-center.
Night Photography Test of Canon RP
The EOS RP features a sophisticated AF system with a maximum of 4,779 manually selectable AF points**, covering almost the entire image capture area. The EOS RP can also be configured to focus on specific areas using an expanded range of selectable modes that include 1-point AF, Extended Area AF, Zone AF, and Spot AF in addition to regular Face-Tracking+ AF.
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Amazing for a night or very low light photography, the EOS RP's excellent AF can work in low light at EV -5^ where other AF systems can fail or search. Phenomenal AF is achieved even when using high F-number lenses. This ultra-sensitive AF works with the EOS RP's EVF to capture subjects clearly even in low light.
The EOS RP's brilliant AF system doesn't just work with light lenses. With the EOS RP, autofocus will work across almost the entire frame, even when used with compatible f/11 lenses. For example, users can shoot ultra-telescopic 800mm images with the EF 100-400mm f/4-5.6 IS II compact lens together with the EF 2x III extender and the AF will work properly across the field. When used with a Type III extender, the effective AF range is limited to an area of roughly 88% x 100% of the total image frame, or 80% x 80% when combined with a Type I/II extender.
The EOS RP's Face+ Tracking mode helps increase reliability when tracking moving subjects. When the camera detects a human face, it uses the subject's eye as the AF point and by default selects the eye closest to the camera. Photographers can also choose which eye to focus on by touching the screen or using the camera's AF point selection button and cross keys. Eye Detection AF can also be used in conjunction with Servo AF and Movie AF modes.
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Among the EOS RP's manual focus aids, Focus Peaking helps to quickly and clearly determine the focus area. When focusing manually, the outline of the focused area is marked with a colored line. Focus Peaking can be used in conjunction with the EOS RP's Focus Guide feature and can be customized with peak color and detection level specifications to match the project.
The EOS RP features a high-precision 0.39-inch OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) EVF with approx. 2.36 million dots and 22mm eye point. Electronic viewfinder
Indoor Wedding Photography Test of Canon RP
The buttons around the body don't go as deep into the body as expected, but they all have good bounce and the camera has no problem registering a press. Likewise, the power, mode and rear command dials on the top plate are decidedly less prominent than normal, but there's no problem operating them and they all provide very good feedback when turned. The front command dial is a bit more proud, and unlike some other cameras, it's sensitive enough to respond the same way no matter how fast it's turned. This is great because it means you can quickly reach one end of the aperture range, ISO scale or something else when you need to.
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The placement of the power control on the opposite side of the rest of the controls on the top plate is something that might not bother some, but will annoy others, as you can't simply pick up the camera with your right hand and instinctively. turn it on when the moment arises. Instead, you have to turn it on with your left hand before adjusting almost any other control with your right. Obviously, if you have your LCD screen facing your body rather than out, you'll probably want to pull it out before you start shooting as well.
It's great to see the familiar M-Fn button on the top plate, as it gives you a small sub-menu at the bottom of the screen with many key options when pressed. It's a nice extension of the Q Menu and uses a dual command dial setup in that one dial is used to cycle through the various options and the other is used to edit each one. This means you can quickly adjust ISO, drive mode, exposure compensation, etc. without having to fiddle with the D-pad, which is especially useful when using the viewfinder.
The Canon EOS RP is an entry-level full-frame mirrorless camera with 26 megapixels, an electronic viewfinder, a fully articulated touchscreen and cropped 4K video. Announced in February 2019, it is the second body to use the Canon RF lens mount after the original EOS R. However, the EOS RP sits below the EOS R, sitting just below the EOS 6D Mark II, making it the most affordable, not to mention the lightest, full-frame body to date. Targeting existing EOS owners with a collection of EF lenses that they would like to continue using, Canon is shipping the RP with an EF lens adapter in most regions.
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The EOS RP takes the 26.2-megapixel full-frame sensor from the EOS 6D Mark II, but tweaks the microlenses to work better with a shorter flange distance; unlike the EOS R, the sensor remains exposed when you remove the lenses, but that's the same as other mirrorless cameras. The sensor uses Dual Pixel CMOS AF for focus with coverage across most of the frame (88% horizontal x 100% vertical) and supports continuous shooting at 4 frames per second with focus or 5 frames per second without. The EOS RP allows focus at f11, has a new focus bracketing feature (although you'll need to do stacking externally), a new spot focus mode, and now also supports eye detection with continuous-servo AF, a feature that's been missing. EOS R at its launch. 1080p video is available in 25 to 60p with Dual Pixel autofocus (strangely not 24p), while 4k is limited to 24 or 25p, cropped and only uses contrast-based AF, just like the EOS M50. There's no built-in stabilization, so you'll need to mount a lens with IS to compensate for any shake. However, filmmakers can deploy the optional digital stabilization if needed, even if it causes clipping.
The body is Canon's smallest and lightest full-frame to date, either DSLR or mirrorless, measuring 133 x 85 x 70mm and weighing 485g including battery – that's 95g lighter than the EOS R or 200g lighter than bodies 6D II. Unlike the EOS R, Canon opted for a more traditional design on the RP with a mode dial and no thumb slider. There's the same 2.36 million dot OLED viewfinder as the EOS M50 with 0.7x magnification, one SD slot (uses UHS-II speeds), and videographers will be pleased to find a side-tilting, fully-articulating 3-inch touchscreen and microphone. and headphone jacks – the presence of the latter for audio monitoring is unusual for the price, and there is also USB charging. If you would like to increase the height of the body, the EG-E1 grip (included in some regions or optional in others) will strengthen it so that your little finger does not hang down.
In my in-depth video review below, I'll explain and demonstrate all the features, including a comparison of autofocus performance between native and custom lenses, as well as dive into photo and movie quality! If you prefer the non-video approach, I've taken some excerpts from the video further down the page as captioned photos.
