I have upgraded my wildlife gear to the Canon EOS R5 Mark II paired with the RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1L IS USM lens for bird photography.
This combination is an absolute game-changer. The 45-megapixel full-frame camera body delivers incredible resolution for deep cropping, while providing superior dynamic range and excellent low-light performance in shaded forests. Canon's upgraded AI autofocus locks onto bird eyes instantly, even through dense branches.
The standout feature is Pre-continuous Shooting, buffering frames before the shutter is fully pressed so I never miss a sudden take-off. Crucially, the silent electronic shutter operates quietly without scaring skittish birds, utilizing a stacked sensor that eliminates rolling shutter distortion. Paired with the lens's powerful image stabilization, this setup delivers flawless, professional performance in the field.
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| Full frame with slight crop and auto tone |
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| New set-up- EOS R5mark 2, RF100-500mm f4.5-7.1 IS L lens |
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| Full frame no edit , just resize |
