Lecture Notes: Photography and Canon R5 MK I Settings

Introduction

• Presenter: Yan Winer
• Experience: Photographer with 20+ years of experience
• Focus: Wildlife photography, camera settings, techniques, gear reviews
• Platform: YouTube (weekly videos)
• Objective: Sharing important camera settings for Canon's new R5 MK I

Canon R5 MK I Settings Overview

• JPEG and Image Quality

  • JPEG settings can be adjusted in the first red menu
  • Recommendation: Shoot in C-RAW for more buffer (smaller file size)
  • Full RAW suitable for landscapes, C-RAW better for fast actions

• Picture Style and Color Space

  • Affects JPEG look; for RAW, impacts display preview
  • Preferred settings: Neutral or Standard for preview
  • Adobe RGB for consistent workflow

• Highlight Tone Priority

  • Enhances detail in bright areas, affects RAW files

White Balance and Noise Reduction

• Custom white balance recommended (5200 or 5400 Kelvin)
• Turn off noise reduction settings

Drive Mode and Pre-Shooting

• Drive mode: Set between high speed (H mode) and higher speed (H+) for varying frame rates
• Pre-shooting captures images before shutter press, consumes more memory
• Place pre-shooting in 'my menu' for easy toggle

Autofocus Settings

• Double back button autofocusing strategy: Spot AF and Eye Tracking

• Spot AF without tracking preferred for precise control

• Eye tracking on AF-ON button for subject tracking

• Manual Autofocus Settings Adjustments

  • Tracking sensitivity: -2
  • Acceleration/Deceleration: -1 for calmer focus

Custom Function and Button Setup

• Use of 'my menu' for quick access to settings
• Triple back button setup for different autofocus needs
• Custom modes for video and specific shooting scenarios

Image and Viewfinder Display

• Customizing display options for screen and viewfinder
• Histogram usage for exposure accuracy

Video Settings

• Custom functions for easy video settings switch

• Use of manual focus or whole area autofocus with eye tracking

• Recording and Frame Rates

  • Set to oversampled 4K at specific frame rates
  • Manage recording format and cropping options

Conclusion

• Importance of tailored settings for the Canon R5 MK I to optimize performance
• Encouragement to explore personalized camera setups and video production techniques
• Resources: Check PDF guides, pro sets, masterclass, and brush packs for enhanced photography skills

Key Takeaways

• Properly setting up camera functions and understanding key features crucial for optimal usage in photography and videography.
• Importance of camera personalizations to suit specific shooting conditions for both stills and video.