Professional Autofocus Setup for the Canon R5 (and R6)

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Professional Autofocus Setup for the Canon R5 (and R6) - eye AF + back button AF

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Brett Carlsen

Күн бұрын

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@charlescamp1819 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Brett. For some reason, the benefits of back-button AF never really registered with me until this video. When it sunk in that one mode and button can be used to achieve both continuous and one-shot behavior, that really was a “holy s*@t” moment. Thank you!

@BrettCarlsen 4 жыл бұрын

😂😂 dude. That was me! 11 years ago or whatever but same. I was like BUT WHY!? over and over then that was said and I was like ohhhhhh

@dsm363 3 жыл бұрын

Same. It never would have occurred to me but a pro changed it on my camera and explained it. Now its second nature and really a good way to go.

@sovREVERE 3 жыл бұрын

After reading these comments I'm more confused. I hold my shutter button halfway down, and it auto focuses, regardless of one shot or servo. Then I press it down all the way to take the picture. What does back button auto focus change about that same behavior? Is this beneficial for older cameras that didn't let you push the shutter button halfway down?

@charlescamp1819 3 жыл бұрын

Let me first say that I am not a pro, so treat this summary accordingly. That said, I set the shutter button up not to autofocus on half press, but ONLY to meter. Next, set up one back button for normal AF (the currently selected mode) and another for eye AF. With the camera set up this way, you press and hold the appropriate back button to autofocus while also pressing the shutter button half way to meter. 1) you can choose between eye AF and another standard mode instantaneously. 2) If you are in servo AF, just release the back button and focus is locked now (just like one-shot AF). Just press the shutter button down the rest of the way to take the shot. It takes a lot of getting used to, but it’s a game-changer. The first step is to customize the shutter button ONLY to meter - the customize buttons menu.

@jmich5123 3 жыл бұрын

@@sovREVERE go to 1:59 of the video and note the shutter button must be changed. Then try it…

@arnetrautmann9783 3 жыл бұрын

Brett, as a 15 years professional stock photographer I have to say: your settings *are* the best. After putting them to use and playing around a bit, there is no way back. Thank you, man.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Dang! That means a lot!! Really grateful you like them and they are working for you

@wcsdiaries Жыл бұрын

@@BrettCarlsen what other advantage is there to leaving eye detect af and continuous af off? like it seems like more work having to always hold that button down to get eyes focused on. what am I missing?

@BrettCarlsen Жыл бұрын

Loss of control would be the downfall. But if you were a portrait photographer etc I could agree it is extraneous. But I always want to have control of when AF (among other camera settings) are engaged or disengaged.

@betterpixs Жыл бұрын

Agreed

@scurve099 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the explanation and helpful info. I was haveing tons of issues with the autofocus this weekend at an airshow until I discovered and disabled the continuous AF mode. That mode is definitely something I will not be useing.

@rj934 3 жыл бұрын

This is the first of your videos I've watched. Great information but I found I had to keep going back in the video and rewatching to follow what, and how, you were actually changing the settings. Slow down and pause a second on the new information, settings, to allow us to comprehend what you just did. I've got an R6 and I've been experimenting with the AF settings. I liked how you set yours up.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Will take this into consideration for the next one!

@LindaMaier360 3 жыл бұрын

I have a different point of view on this. I like the delivery speed - I'd rather pause when needed than fast forward because it's too slow.

@gerardosiete 2 жыл бұрын

This seriously is THE EFFIN' BEST AF SETTINGS one could use in event photography. Thanks Brett!

@HollywoodConnection-JAST 10 күн бұрын

Great information,,,settings made ! cant wait to use the Back Buttons in the field, I must say all of my changes did not save once I powered off the camera and turned it back on...I have to ALSO save them under C1, C2, C3 etc, unless I am in M mode, manual... and your videos radiate a good comfortable vibe....I love the laid back instruction !

@blackreign412 3 жыл бұрын

Brett, I've been shooting for years, and always avoided BB focus like a whimp because it was never explained in a way I could get it. Then I stumble upon your video; this is a complete game changer for me; more keepers! I can't wait to apply this on my photoshoot today! Thanks Brett.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

So so glad to hear it!!! It’s so much better but agreed it’s hard to understand why

@mh7711 Жыл бұрын

@@BrettCarlsen I still try to understand, what real benefit it is.... like my other comment...

@BrettCarlsen Жыл бұрын

For back button focus? Just separates the two functions. If shooting something stationary or in studio photography, likely not a huge benefit. Out in the world with fast moving subjects it’s nice to be able to control them separately especially in servo mode. Engaging the autofocus while tracking and then taking the pictures as you see a moment that strikes you etc.

@rebadore1 2 жыл бұрын

Oh. My. Gooood! I was ready to throw my R6 away! I bought it a year ago and just always go for my 5D Mark iii because, while it's less wonderful at tracking movement, when I ask it to lock on a point of focus, it actually does, where as the R6 kept popping out of focus and I didn't know why. I had competing settings which were making it impossible to lock focus when using BBF (who knew about that pesky Continuous AF option that was making my settings for AF-ON moot?!) and now with the * set for eye tracking I have the best of both worlds. I have watched other instructional videos for setting up the BBF and none of them helped fix my problem. You. Rock!

@BrettCarlsen 2 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome!!!!

@BrookeandJacob 2 жыл бұрын

Bro, two years late to the game, but I just followed your advice. I have always done back button auto focus (it is the way)! However, with the new people/eye detect in addition, I thought I was sold... but when I couldn't move my auto focus point around, I was like... er, this isn't for me. But, BOOM, you solved it with the custom * setting! Bro, thank YOU!

@SCU3A_S7EVE Жыл бұрын

Same.

@Tom-cd8yd Жыл бұрын

7 minutes for the double AF set up is super helpful thanks!

@BrettCarlsen Жыл бұрын

Very welcome!

@denisbellerose273 4 жыл бұрын

I set my Canon R5 in the same way, happy to see that I'm not the only one to have these settings

@BrettCarlsen 4 жыл бұрын

Very awesome! I think it helps out a lot. I hate having to go into menus to adjust things especially in a hurry and I also find the eye AF is amazing for those types of pictures however the traditional spot/area is better for a lot of things I do on assignment

@SwellerGibbon3 3 жыл бұрын

@@BrettCarlsen I also set it almost the same. Only issue I have is that I would like that Eye autofocus would stay on after releasing assigned custom button. I use servo and I have to sometimes choose different eye and for that I need free finger to use it on yojstick. Can you check also that out, if I'm doing something wrong? Ofcourse spot AF stays on after depressing custom button.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

I believe you are correct. Though spot should disable when you release that button as well unless maybe you’re using single shot...that might continue to focus until it locks on. Possibly you could assign AF to the front button (DOF preview by lens Mount) and then you could have your thumb free to use the joystick still

@SuperMe1979 3 жыл бұрын

I have the same query. With this setup I can't select between eyes if more than one is detected. A button to toggle between spot and tracking would be ideal. I have limited the focus modes to tracking, spot and one point (for some reason one point can't be removed from the set you can select) and assigned the * button to switch between these.

@denisbellerose273 3 жыл бұрын

@@BrettCarlsen I do a lot of sports photography. I configured my Canon R5 like this. My button on the front is only for release, autofocus is on the AF-ON button and the * button is programmed to activate eye detection. Since I switched from the Canon 7D mark2 to the Canon R5 I hardly use the joystick. I use the thumb of my other hand to make a quick change for the location of my collimator in the framing using the track pad that's programmed in the lower lower left corner of my R5 cannon screen. Not easy to translate all this in google, hoping you understood, sorry I'm bad at English I'm a French speaker.

@owenpambell836 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video. I am renting to try an R6. I am trying to get the AF back button set up and this helped. Suggestion: for those of us that are brand new to the camera, a little slower pace going through the menus that you use and a tad slower explanation would be great. Good luck on your house in the mountains!

@wrstlingyoda 4 жыл бұрын

Received my EOS R6 on Monday & came across several of your videos. Really enjoying your tips, tricks & setup. Thank-you for sharing your wisdom!

@BrettCarlsen 4 жыл бұрын

Very welcome! This camera is awesome! You’re going to love it. Happy to provide any help or insight I can to help.

@edellington 2 жыл бұрын

I've shared this video hundreds of times on social media to answer questions. good job.

@BrettCarlsen 2 жыл бұрын

Oh man. That’s the best thank you ever! Really appreciate the support and glad you appreciate it!

@pilot74sparki Жыл бұрын

I have been watching so many different videos to get my R5 setup - and just shooting old school for months now - This video has blown my mind and fixed all the things I wanted it to do in one video. Great job, and thank you.

@staceygoff Жыл бұрын

Why am I just now coming across this!! 😩 I am SO excited to get to my session tomorrow now with these settings!! You're the real mvp, even if I am 2 years late. 😂

@ashmahmood7293 2 жыл бұрын

What a lovely cheerful Chappy and I do hope you get the recognition to buy the house with KZfaq money. Refreshing to see a person who genuinely loves what he does

@anthonyhancock7549 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brett. I'm new to the R5 and your instructions will help me better understand my camera. I've set my settings as you prescribed and can't wait to test them out this 4th of July at a large family picnic. A couple of things. You're so excited to share I had to watch your video multiple times to keep up with you. Please, for the novice like me, please slow down. I understand your enthusiasm. Also, as I was watching and another video you might consider? To keep these settings, maybe you can do a video on Customize setting like locking them or linking the settings to C1, C2 or C3. Is that a possible video. Thanks and I did appreciate your willingness to share.

@klairmak6071 3 жыл бұрын

Just got the R6 and that trick of setting eye AF on the top right button is awesome, thanks so much !

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Very welcome!

@alicenhardy Жыл бұрын

great video! photo 1 student. changing to BB. Had Nikon for 40 yrs, had the R5 for 2 months & love it! Love your enthusiasm, it's fun to watch!

@sherrygilbert3800 2 жыл бұрын

You're video made all the difference in the world. Focusing is spot on!!!

@lynncobb3109 3 жыл бұрын

Great video for setting up my R6 menus. Super helpful and so much more helpful than a manual. One comment.... when you slow down when you show the menus and your selections? I love your quick paced talking but I was constantly rewinding just the menu videos because it was on/off in seconds. Just a thought but not to give an criticism because it was overall super!

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate this! Very helpful to hear. I can do that!

@JeffWiswell 3 жыл бұрын

Struggled trying to do this on the camera and after reading the manual. This video nailed it

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

So welcome! Hope they add more versatility in the future via Firmware but a great start

@jiajianhou426 3 жыл бұрын

Watched so many back button AF videos, this is one that finally convinced me to use it with the R5.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome!! I’m glad it was helpful and clearly explained. I have a tendency to ramble

@CaptainJack63 2 жыл бұрын

🥰 I just learned how to use back button autofocus about a year ago and while it was difficult to get used to the idea and muscle memory, I found it to become second nature and it improved finding focus faster. But because the R5 has many types of autofocus I was constantly changing from Point AF to Eye AF. So I programmed the second button like you did to do Eyes. Then I said why stop there and programmed the box (3rd) button. So I have Point AF, Eye AF, and General AF. But why stop there? So I'm constantly swapping my AF-ON button with my * button. So I just programmed C1 for General work and C2 for Weddings (people). C3 is for landscapes. Now I have a crazy 9-button autofocus!

@scrumlord7634 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I set my R5 up for back button focus but did NOT turn off eye autofocus, and did not have the * set up to turn on eye autofocus, and for sports it was driving me nuts. This now works!

@henrikblomberg4793 Жыл бұрын

Thanks. I am going to try Your tips, since I was honestly quite dissapointed with the eye-tracking I tried first time today. My R5 tried to focus today to everything but the intended: person speaking in a venture event. The R5 was far more interested in women's back of a heads. Your focusing method really looked quite interesting.

@BrettCarlsen Жыл бұрын

I hope it helps. I too find the mirrorless cameras at times want to have a kind of their own. I use one af button for a traditional single point and another (the * button) to use eye tracking etc.

@henrikblomberg4793 Жыл бұрын

@@BrettCarlsen Oh yes. Yesterday I tested different focusing methods and today I got into a trouble; R5 decided that it wants to focus on the upper right corner of the image - no eye focusing on, but as I moved my head slightly the focusing point changed too a bit. All the time and not any idea why and how I get rid of that! I had to made a factory reset and that helped.

@scovarrubias24 3 жыл бұрын

As someone who has recently switched from Sony to Canon, I’m very grateful for this video. The menu system in Canon is so much better and so much easier than the Sony’s that it made customizing my camera and auto focus a breeze.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been with Canon since ~2011 or so and definitely appreciate how the menus work (and have gotten better). They still retain the ability to have extremely elaborate custom setups in my opinion which is awesome.

@wcsdiaries Жыл бұрын

@@BrettCarlsen so basically you haev to hold down that back button to enable the eye AF when you are shooting people/portraits? is that the point of the back button auto focus?

@BradleySkaggsNYC 11 ай бұрын

Back button focus has always been my first change, but the star button? Killer! Thanks!

@AnysiaC 3 жыл бұрын

Mega thanks on how to set up the AF on the R5. I have been doing BBF with my 7D and 5D cameras, but was having a devil of a time trying to figure it out with the R5. Also, keeping that Eye focus in play... excellent.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Sandra. I love the eye AF a lot but there is a ton of times I don’t use it so I really enjoy having the best of both worlds available in a hurry.

@jan-ov2pq 2 жыл бұрын

I allways looked for a solution to use the af-button like I was used to with my old 5D MKII. But I didn't found any how to till now ! And the switchover via starbutton is genius. Thank you so much !!!

@salvamando1 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video and great tips! It also helps that your demeanor is genuine and it seems like you really want to help us newbies out! Plus you’re funny! Thanks!

@nazz7653 26 күн бұрын

you are amazing, thank you for this. I was so used to my canon 5D Mark 2 and moving stuff around this works great

@DjePakoupe 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I just got my R5 this afternoon and turned the AF control as you described in the video. Thank you so much for sharing this, your video saved me a lot of time and that configuration you suggest is just super super convenient. Thanks!

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

So excited to hear this! Camera is awesome isn’t it??

@DjePakoupe 3 жыл бұрын

@@BrettCarlsen I played with it just 1 hour yesterday. Before the R5, I used to shoot with a 5d ii. My 135 F2 L lense was very difficult to use at F2 on portrait because the focus point was almost never on the eye. With the R5, this is magic, it is just right on the eye. And the noise is just incredible. I tried 3200 yesterday and the image is soooo clean, just can not believe it compared with my 5d ii. This camera to me should be the same little revolution I experienced when I bought the 5d ii which was my first full frame camera. So yes, just in hour I can already say that this camera is super super awesome. And your AF configuration is insane!!! :)

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

So stoked to hear that! Totally agree with everything you say! I did an R6 full settings video. It won’t be perfect for the R5 but most everything will translate, I know there is a few other tips and tricks you’ll probably like that might be newer than the 5D II. LIke setting front dial to image jump to locked images when in playback etc.

@nicolecole2310 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I have always used bbf but previously on 5div was AF on servo, asterisk button for one shot. This will work for me as I want to utilize eye af but not give up standard focusing method. This is definitely the auto focus system I have been wanting for years. I've been so tired of autofocus points clustered in the center. The 5div was a huge gain in auto focus as I hadn't upgraded since original 5d, but this is supreme.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with all that!

@adnanmansour8757 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a most informative video. I have been using back button focusing for a little while, but your process of switching to eye detection using the asterisk button is incredibly useful, easy and fast. I am looking forward to your next video.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@_DAVADER_ 3 жыл бұрын

I have it set up a little different. As i dont like having to hold down buttons to do anything, i have it setup so every setting is an on/off toggle instead. Toggle AF method is set to the AF On button. Eye AF on/off toggle is set to the star button Servo and one-shot toggle is set to the button on the right. M-FN is set to Display on off. Thats really personal preference tho, as i like running around the city for hours, so turning of the display with a button helps save battery, while keeping the camera live, so i am ready to shoot at anytime..

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Those are awesome ideas!

@EikonasNet 3 жыл бұрын

Hi there! interesting option. What I didn‘t figure out so far how to enable the on/off toggle you are mentioning. Thanks in advance for giving me some hints on that.

@lukash.5079 2 жыл бұрын

how can I actually TOGGLE Eye AF on and off?

@_DAVADER_ 2 жыл бұрын

@@lukash.5079 set It in the menu? You can set it to a button e.g

@_DAVADER_ 2 жыл бұрын

@@EikonasNet sry I didn’t get your post. If it’s still an issue, I set servo/one shot to most up-right button. Then the AF method to the star button and eye AF on/off to the AF-on button. You can set the eye af toggle in the menu. Orange menu 3. It’s the icon with just the eye!

@jonhammond2045 2 жыл бұрын

This is awesome! Coming from a 5DMKiii I'm used to the single point AF but having the secondary button to switch automatically to eye detect in mind blowing! Such a great way to setup the R6 - thankyou!

@CindyMBrown 3 жыл бұрын

Love the R series Canons. I just got an R6. I'm going to combine the two back button focus methods with the touch and drag method. I'm working on using my left thumb for the touch and drag, so I can use my right thumb for the two AF methods. We'll see if I'm that coordinated, soon. :)

@crispyinasia61 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, i had been stuffing around with another set of settings and at last these ones Brett make so much more sense, and actually work. In addition i have solved my batteries being wiped out so quickly as well. Thankyou!! :)

@BrettCarlsen 2 жыл бұрын

Oh man thanks so much!!

@LindaMaier360 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Brett. I just got the R5 for Christmas - A huge surprise!! Discovered your channel searching for tips on setting up - every single tip was on point with my style of shooting. I'm a new fan of yours.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Glad it helped!!

@jlawr4427 3 жыл бұрын

You must have been VERY good all year for Santa to bring you that camera! At least I didn't get a lump of coal, but no camera. LOL

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂

@dillonvado 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I rented an R6 to check it out and the auto focus is complicated for sure, so this helped a lot! That "continuous" AF is super nauseating, and makes all of the really "smart" features of the camera almost null because it just jumps around so much. I've only got this camera another few days but I'm gonna have some serious fun with this AF setup you recommended thank you!

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with that. The continuous really makes no sense to me. If you have any questions I’d be happy to help. I think this set up works great, I am still using it on my R5 with no changes several months later.

@Redresonance 3 жыл бұрын

Really liked the explanation. I also didn't see the advantage before this video. Especially the tip to set a second button for eye-tracking convinced me to try this method. I like it! 👍

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Very welcome!

@nakanishishizuka3459 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video thank you. Rear button focus is the best.

@canondvman 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice video and description on setting the Auto focus... thanks!

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Very welcome!!

@EikonasNet 3 жыл бұрын

Great job, most helpful! Thanks and many greetings from Austria!

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

So very welcome!

@jennshannonmormon6047 2 жыл бұрын

SWEET! This is sooo very helpful when I'm shooting basketball. If I'm using a wide angle or if players are far, I use one button to at least get a body in focus. Otherwise the other button locks on an eye, face, or head. Now my only problem is culling as I have so many more potential keepers.

@SN7007 3 жыл бұрын

New owner, this is a game changer for me. Thank you!

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Very very very welcome! Really love that it helps!

@osielcampos2185 3 жыл бұрын

Just got home with my R5 an Rf 85 1. 2 and is amazing but yes there's a but I couldn't have figure this out with out you . Thank you ,!!!!!!!

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Very welcome!!

@MD-fq8xl 3 жыл бұрын

thanks a mil Brett!! that was super helpful, esp setting up the eye auto on the star button - super helpful for me shooting pets with people, cant wait to test now!

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome!!

@steviereilly2972 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Bret...just got my R5 delivered today...so a bit of reading and sorting out for the weekend...

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Ah man. It’s a fun one to use though. You’ll love it once you got it setup the way you like

@CruiseLounge 3 жыл бұрын

Can I just say that this has video has changed the way I shoot !! Just purchased my new R6 + the rf 15-35mm and getting used to a whole new system. Thanks mate for the info

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Oh man you’re so welcome!!

@ayylmao29 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video dude you really upped my game with this info.

@reggaestylee 3 жыл бұрын

please please do more of these videos i was going crazy trying to figure these out

@kevindiossi 4 жыл бұрын

I think the 5D Mark IV was the first time I discovered that you could set different AF modes for different buttons on the camera. Ever since then, it has been Servo for the AF-ON and the asterisk was One Shot. It's extremely helpful for setting a prefocus and accommodating sudden changes in the behavior of your subject. I legitimately can't shoot without it now...well not legitimately, but a prefer being able to exploit this on my cameras versus having to manual switch them back and forth. I've set my R5 to Auto in the servo tracking behavior menus. Case 1 couldn't keep up with my dogs eyeballs. Haha I'll be playing around with that next week.

@BrettCarlsen 4 жыл бұрын

So awesome! I’ve always done two setups too. Different way than you have but find it helps so much with speed and acquiring focus while things are flying around.

@troytaormina 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I've been shooting sports with 1DX for years but just picked up an R6. I've been using the star for back button focusing all this time, but will setup the R6 with the AF-ON and use the star for eye detection as you described.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! I think it just gives you the best of both worlds. I still predominantly use the traditional AF style when shooting NFL but when a coach or something comes near it’s nice having the eye AF available instantly. Obviously nice in other methods of photo too

@kateblakeman 2 жыл бұрын

So helpful! I was fighting all these settings when trying to shoot yesterday. This totally cleared up my confusion!!!😅

@BrettCarlsen 2 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome!!

@opnekryan 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, this is an excellent way to set up the camera. love it!

@BrettCarlsen 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support and nice comment!!

@davidnyman6577 3 жыл бұрын

Brett Thank you so much for sharing this double back button info. I’ve been consistently nailing ducks in flight at 400mm out ! “Unbelievably astounding” ❤️

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Just amazing right?? So glad it’s helpful. Nice to be able to use a traditional setup on these cameras. I think many people lean on the newer AF methods a bit too much (which is fine!) but it’s nice to have a traditional method available when it fails without any fiddling

@TubaSolotheHiker 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you again and again Brett! Your videos have helped me out a lot.

@gromgromgrom3043 2 жыл бұрын

it took me quite a time to get the idea, but its brilliant

@patrickhagot 2 жыл бұрын

New subscriber here...I was looking for something on my r5 and you answered it very funny way and simply so I'm subscribed and notification on :) good luck.

@BrettCarlsen 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Patrick!

@DamienOnTheGo 3 жыл бұрын

What kind of sorcery is this?!?! Why are my photos coming out crispy clear and so in focus now? I see a huge difference. 😳🧐🤔 Thank you!

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha best comment in a while. So glad it was helpful!

@trippalhealicks 3 жыл бұрын

New Canon R5 user here, coming from Sony a7RIV. Was kind of missing the ability to track eyes in any AF area mode. This is exactly what I needed, and more! Thank you!

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome! Things aren’t 1:1 between the two but this works pretty well for me. (Not that I’m a Sony user but have been told how they’re different)

@JuanLeonel 2 жыл бұрын

I have watched this video like 3 times already! very helpful man! Now you got a new sub and a follower on your insta! please keep it up!

@BrettCarlsen 2 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome and deeply appreciate the support. Glad it was helpful

@ausdoug974 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed watching this. Your video was really informative. I definitely enjoyed learning about using the two different buttons for two types of focussing. Thanks for making the video for us.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Man you are so welcome!! Really appreciate the kind words!!

@timhuelsman1039 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Brett! My R6 arrives tomorrow and this will give me a head start on setup. I've used back-button focus forever, but 2 back-buttons for different focus modes is awesome!

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Very welcome! You’ll love it

@rjgmedia6298 3 жыл бұрын

in 25 years, never used BBAF, had people try to get me to try it, to use it, had people say "you will like it more!" never liked it, its just personal. but the advantage to having it as half press, is that I can focus and immediately snap the picture, as opposed to having to coordinate two fingers, and two presses, that split second can make a difference. just hold down half way, wait for proper setup, and snap the picture. I set the following and it works best for easy and for me. AF-on=AF modes , *=turns eye detect on/off, square=center AF spot.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Nice. I’m glad we can all customize these so much to meet our own needs!

@rvboondocker2559 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Just got mine and the battery is almost finished charging. Haven’t turned it on yet. Soooo excited and subbed.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Very awesome!! As I’ve mentioned to others I have a AF setup for the r5 on here in another video. It works on the R6 and is still the setup I’ve used for everything from NFL to portraits and back again. You’re going to have an awesome time with that camera

@leexiong6921 3 жыл бұрын

Just got my R6 and this video was super helpful. Liked and subscribed. Can't wait for more.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Coming ASAP!

@raylipscombe5501 3 жыл бұрын

That was an awesome vid bud, REALLY helpful....Good luck with the house in the mountain

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate it and glad it could help!

@rblast1 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks just set up my R6. Awesome!

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Very welcome!!

@ChrisLaxamana 2 жыл бұрын

You motor boatin' SOB. Thank you for changing my game.

@BrettCarlsen 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 you’re very welcome!!

@chelseawhitman6768 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!! This was SUPER helpful for me!

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome!!

@sunnybrookphoto 2 жыл бұрын

THIS IS PURE EXCELLENCE! Thank you.

@WheresNaldo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! I have customized my buttons and feel empowered to shoot!

@BrettCarlsen 2 жыл бұрын

Woo!!! Awesome

@susanburke1966 3 жыл бұрын

Please show the menu pictures more slowly so we can see exactly what you selected. Great tips!

@SanPedro22 2 жыл бұрын

Agree. Was way too fast to understand. I still don’t get it.

@Ultrarmx 2 жыл бұрын

Way too fast. Had no idea what you set. 🤦🏽

@inspired1531 2 жыл бұрын

Click the gear icon on bottom right > choose playback speed of 0.5.

@danielcharnitsky6403 Жыл бұрын

@@inspired1531 - that does help

@michaelchiarolanza8627 3 жыл бұрын

Nice Work, thanks for spending the time and sharing your experience with this camera. Can you please use a screen share when your showing the menus please.

@IMGDirect 3 жыл бұрын

Wow this is brilliant. I don’t have an R5/R6 yet but I can do this with my 90 if it’s in live view.

@clvolt 2 жыл бұрын

Dude, you are SO fun to watch... what a fun personality. Thanks for the video! Subbed!

@A2JDScott Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing the set-up. My only request to improve the demo is to go a little slower when you're jumping from one menu screen to another.

@Jsolo-dq1lq 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for all of the tips!!!

@blosseraf 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip, switched back to canon after shooting sony since 2013, I like my r6!

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Oh interesting! I prefer Canon obviously but cool to hear you switched back. These new R’s are really impressive! Don’t have that mirrorless feel or whatever that I never liked before.

@ArwinTours 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. It's super helpful

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

So very welcome!

@PouyaLucky 3 жыл бұрын

WOW ..this is genius. I got the R6 and loving it to bits, this just makes it perfect, thanks a lot

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Very welcome!!!

@georgevandelay1778 Жыл бұрын

Oh wow, this is going to help a lot!

@danielcharnitsky6403 Жыл бұрын

I applauded Brett for making this video. I truly wishes he would have slowed down with the menu selections a 2:09 Went so fast, it didn't register. at all.Doe anyone know how to get a hold of Brett ... or ... can explain the setting much much slower.????

@howardholtzman1331 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! I sort of use BB Focus. I set the AF ON BUTTON to AF Off and the SHUTTER BUTTON to ExposureAF. I set the STAR BUTTON to Eye Tracking. This way I get the best of both worlds. The only feature I don't get is exposure lock when I have dark background. Instead I use Exposure Compensation. The advantage is quicker acquisition and getting the shot.

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice!

@eoslove2022 3 жыл бұрын

Hey bro!,,,way ahead of you on this one,,,did EXACTLY the same thing as you, but am so pleased that you have discovered how marvellously adaptable this piece of camera kit really is,,,the photo gods could not have conceived of anything more sublime! This is the best stills camera in my 50 years of shooting I have ever had the pleasure of owning - the RF glass is simply icing on the cake!

@williambarry9921 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, plan simple and easy to understand, finally easy terms and explanations GREAT JOB

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! Glad it was helpful!

@PatrickDuganOFFICIAL 3 жыл бұрын

This is great. Just got an R6 and this makes perfect sense. SUBSCRIBED!

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! Thanks so much! Glad it was helpful

@matthewbrowntv 8 ай бұрын

Nailed it - so helpful, thank you!

@howardrankin7119 2 жыл бұрын

Very succinct and helpful

@BrettCarlsen 2 жыл бұрын

So welcome!

@stuartwconwayphotographyan9745 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a mill! Really great

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

So very welcome!!!

@khalidkobeikram7408 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video, i set mine up the same except i still shoot via the main front trigger button too. I was shooting the NHS pay protest in London and then the crowd moved to Downing Street to protest and switiching between the modes was incredible, just have to use memory muscle and you'll get used to it! Happy shooting people! ;-)

@jmalcodray 3 жыл бұрын

It's already been said below, but making the connection between BBF and moving the eye tracking to the * button was the win for me. Nicely done, and thanks from your newest subscriber. ;-)

@BrettCarlsen 3 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate the kind words! I find it very useful and still use it! Seriously thank you!