I just finally pulled the trigger on a new Canon EOS R5, and I'm beyond excited to start shooting! However, coming from an older DSLR system, I'm realizing I need more than just the body to really get the most out of this powerhouse. I know I'll need fast CFexpress Type B cards for those high-speed bursts, but I'm also worried about battery life—should I grab a few extra LP-E6NHs right away or are third-party ones okay? Also, are there specific screen protectors or cages you’d recommend for rugged use? I want to make sure I’m fully prepared before my first big landscape trip. What are the absolute must-have accessories you’d recommend for a new R5 setup?
So +1 to what was said earlier! Honestly, ur gonna save a ton skipping those official brands. Quick tip: Maybe check out the Angelbird 512GB AV PRO CFexpress Type B SE for about $179? It's sooo much cheaper but still amazing! Also, I dont think u need a full cage... try the SmallRig EOS R5 L-Bracket 2976 for $40. It's fantastic for landscapes! gl!
Respectfully, I'd consider another option. I remember when I first jumped to the R5 from my 5D IV, I almost went broke buying every official accessory because I was terrified of error messages... but after 3 years, I've realized you dont need to pay the 'Canon Tax' for everything. While the Canon LP-E6NH Lithium-Ion Battery is the gold standard at $79, I've had zero issues with the BM Premium 2-Pack LP-E6NH High Capacity Batteries which go for about $40 for a pair (at least thats what worked for me). NGL, the camera might give a little warning about 'communication,' but they last just as long in the field. Also, if youre doing landscapes, a full cage is overkill and adds too much weight. A simple SmallRig L-Bracket for Canon EOS R5 and R6 2976 for around $45 is much better for switching between portrait and landscape on a tripod. For cards, the Angelbird 512GB AV PRO CFexpress Type B SE is a total steal at $160. Just be careful with ultra-cheap brands tho, speed actually matters for 8K! gl!
Saw this earlier but just getting back to it now. Honestly, I am still just so frustrated with the battery drain on this thing... even with the official ones, watching that percentage drop while just navigating the menus is enough to give me a heart attack. It feels like you can never have enough spares in your bag and it makes me so anxious during long days. It really gets on my nerves sometimes. Anyway, you are gonna be so happy with the image quality though. Its incredible. Two quick things I swear by:
Bookmarked, thanks!
Oh man, congrats on the R5!! Honestly, it is such an amazing camera and I am sooo excited for you to get out there and use it! I basically just got mine a few months ago, so I am still kinda learning all the deep menu settings, but I can totally share what I have figured out so far from my own first big landscape trip... honestly, it was a steep learning curve but so worth it! **Warning though - definitely be careful with those third-party batteries!** While it is tempting to save some cash, the R5 is literally a powerhouse and it needs that specific high voltage from the Canon LP-E6NH to hit the full burst speeds. If you use older or cheap third-party ones, you might find that the high-speed drive icon turns green or white instead of staying the "plus" version, which means youre actually shooting way slower than you think. Its super frustrating when you're trying to catch that perfect moment and the camera just... lags... plus, the weather sealing on those off-brands can be sketchy iirc. Here is what I basically recommend for your setup:
* CFexpress Type B cards: You gotta get these. I tried using just SD cards at first and the buffer was like, actually painful... it felt like forever for the photos to write!
* Extra batteries: Since the R5 has that beautiful EVF, it eats power like crazy. I usually carry three at all times just to be safe.
* Screen protector: I got a tempered glass one cuz I was terrified of scratching that flip-out screen while hiking through brush.
* A solid L-bracket: Seriously, for landscape stuff, being able to switch to portrait mode on a tripod without flopping the ball head over is a total game changer. I hope that helps a bit! Honestly, you are gonna love it... the autofocus is lowkey magic. Where is your first big trip gonna be? I wanna see those photos!! gl!