The next allocation of Canon EOS R5 Mark II is hitting retailers

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The Canon EOS R5 Mark II has been a frustrating launch when it comes to stock levels for both customers and retailers. There are still some long preorder lists in various countries around the globe, and the communication from Canon has been less than stellar for a lot of people. We also all saw the news that ‘new' EOS R5 Mark II orders could take more than 6 months to arrive. Canon publically stated that the issue(s) are with the supply chain, but they didn't articulate on that point. By the looks of it, Canon has removed the supply chain

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Big_Ant_TV_Media said:
from Facebook too instagram seems like its been nothing but NOVICE and or so-called semi pro shooters trying too get the cameras or got their r5 mark ii units ( you can check nearly ever canon r5 mark ii forums,groups or etc on social media and net) and find nothing but complaints and problems with the cameras all cause they cant read a manual or go on YouTube or google answers too their questions its becoming comical yet sad
tons of legit and real photographers all over the world are waiting for their units and gotta wait cause the LET ME THE NEWEST CANON CAMERA CROWND AND "so called photogs and posers are buying up stock or filled up the preorder list
buying camera is nearly like getting the newest iPhones nowadays everybody just wasting money too look cool, stay relevant or impress the next photogs or folks in their towns/cities
I really hope the camera industry drastically changes too help legit artist and pros/semi-pro get the gear they need and want over the posers and new age camera scalpers flooding preorder list for all new cameras coming out
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My God...there's "too" little punctuation in this comment.
 
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Big_Ant_TV_Media said:
from Facebook too instagram seems like its been nothing but NOVICE and or so-called semi pro shooters trying too get the cameras or got their r5 mark ii units ( you can check nearly ever canon r5 mark ii forums,groups or etc on social media and net) and find nothing but complaints and problems with the cameras all cause they cant read a manual or go on YouTube or google answers too their questions its becoming comical yet sad
tons of legit and real photographers all over the world are waiting for their units and gotta wait cause the LET ME THE NEWEST CANON CAMERA CROWND AND "so called photogs and posers are buying up stock or filled up the preorder list
buying camera is nearly like getting the newest iPhones nowadays everybody just wasting money too look cool, stay relevant or impress the next photogs or folks in their towns/cities
I really hope the camera industry drastically changes too help legit artist and pros/semi-pro get the gear they need and want over the posers and new age camera scalpers flooding preorder list for all new cameras coming out
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I, too, look forward to the day where camera companies set up some sort of photographer credit score which determines who they will sell to first rather than selling on a first come first serve basis.

"Hi Canon, I'd like to buy this new camera you just announced!"

"After reviewing your photos, we don't feel that you're a good fit for our camera and we're going to wait for someone better to click buy. But by all means, please come back and ask again in 6 months once we've supplied more talented photographers!"

"Oh... ok..."
 
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Big_Ant_TV_Media said:
from Facebook too instagram seems like its been nothing but NOVICE and or so-called semi pro shooters trying too get the cameras or got their r5 mark ii units ( you can check nearly ever canon r5 mark ii forums,groups or etc on social media and net) and find nothing but complaints and problems with the cameras all cause they cant read a manual or go on YouTube or google answers too their questions its becoming comical yet sad
tons of legit and real photographers all over the world are waiting for their units and gotta wait cause the LET ME THE NEWEST CANON CAMERA CROWND AND "so called photogs and posers are buying up stock or filled up the preorder list
buying camera is nearly like getting the newest iPhones nowadays everybody just wasting money too look cool, stay relevant or impress the next photogs or folks in their towns/cities
I really hope the camera industry drastically changes too help legit artist and pros/semi-pro get the gear they need and want over the posers and new age camera scalpers flooding preorder list for all new cameras coming out
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Well the pros actually can go without the latest and greatest cameras, because they know, what they are doing and the influencers rely on exclusivity and being in time for the hypetrain to make money, so I guess this allocation makes sense somehow.
I get that it can be frustrating though.

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And concerning the idea of a photographer first policy - canon would probably lose out on sales doing that. The photographer will buy the new camera, even when they have to wait for a while. The influencer has almost no use for the new camera, as soon as the hype is gone and making content about it doesn't generate enough clicks anymore, so they would probably just skip to the next project.
 
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Big_Ant_TV_Media said:
from Facebook too instagram seems like its been nothing but NOVICE and or so-called semi pro shooters trying too get the cameras or got their r5 mark ii units ( you can check nearly ever canon r5 mark ii forums,groups or etc on social media and net) and find nothing but complaints and problems with the cameras all cause they cant read a manual or go on YouTube or google answers too their questions its becoming comical yet sad
tons of legit and real photographers all over the world are waiting for their units and gotta wait cause the LET ME THE NEWEST CANON CAMERA CROWND AND "so called photogs and posers are buying up stock or filled up the preorder list
buying camera is nearly like getting the newest iPhones nowadays everybody just wasting money too look cool, stay relevant or impress the next photogs or folks in their towns/cities
I really hope the camera industry drastically changes too help legit artist and pros/semi-pro get the gear they need and want over the posers and new age camera scalpers flooding preorder list for all new cameras coming out
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Ridiculous!
 
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Big_Ant_TV_Media said:
from Facebook too instagram seems like its been nothing but NOVICE and or so-called semi pro shooters trying too get the cameras or got their r5 mark ii units ( you can check nearly ever canon r5 mark ii forums,groups or etc on social media and net) and find nothing but complaints and problems with the cameras all cause they cant read a manual or go on YouTube or google answers too their questions its becoming comical yet sad
tons of legit and real photographers all over the world are waiting for their units and gotta wait cause the LET ME THE NEWEST CANON CAMERA CROWND AND "so called photogs and posers are buying up stock or filled up the preorder list
buying camera is nearly like getting the newest iPhones nowadays everybody just wasting money too look cool, stay relevant or impress the next photogs or folks in their towns/cities
I really hope the camera industry drastically changes too help legit artist and pros/semi-pro get the gear they need and want over the posers and new age camera scalpers flooding preorder list for all new cameras coming out
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And only taxi drivers should be allowed to buy the latest Mercedes Benz.
OK, I got your message!:rolleyes:
 
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Well the pros actually can go without the latest and greatest cameras, because they know, what they are doing and the influencers rely on exclusivity and being in time for the hypetrain to make money, so I guess this allocation makes sense somehow.
I get that it can be frustrating though.

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And concerning the idea of a photographer first policy - canon would probably lose out on sales doing that. The photographer will buy the new camera, even when they have to wait for a while. The influencer has almost no use for the new camera, as soon as the hype is gone and making content about it doesn't generate enough clicks anymore, so they would probably just skip to the next project.
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im glad u get what im saying these POSERS,BLOGGERS AND ETC just flooding the preorder list even on Sony gear its very eye opening from what ive seen and was told by nyc area camera sellers and etc
 
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Observations from Facebook to Instagram suggest an influx of novice and self-proclaimed semi-professional photographers attempting to acquire the Canon R5 Mark II, inundating online forums and groups with complaints and issues stemming from a lack of familiarity with the camera's manual or available online resources. This phenomenon is delaying availability for legitimate photographers worldwide, as these individuals and 'camera enthusiasts' dominate preorder lists and stock purchases, mirroring the trend of purchasing the latest iPhone for status symbolization rather than genuine utility. It is imperative that the camera industry undergoes significant changes to prioritize allocation of equipment to established professionals and artists over pretenders and camera speculators.
 
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Big_Ant_TV_Media said:
Observations from Facebook to Instagram suggest an influx of novice and self-proclaimed semi-professional photographers attempting to acquire the Canon R5 Mark II, inundating online forums and groups with complaints and issues stemming from a lack of familiarity with the camera's manual or available online resources. This phenomenon is delaying availability for legitimate photographers worldwide, as these individuals and 'camera enthusiasts' dominate preorder lists and stock purchases, mirroring the trend of purchasing the latest iPhone for status symbolization rather than genuine utility. It is imperative that the camera industry undergoes significant changes to prioritize allocation of equipment to established professionals and artists over pretenders and camera speculators.
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While I take issue with the bevy of "professional" reviewers that don't actually shoot having authority in our space, most people that buy a Porsche 911 have no idea how to drive it and would be better suited with a VW Golf R, but that's ok. They had the poster on their wall as kids. I have a very cool car that I will never be able to drive to its capabilities. I just happen to love it for whatever reason and parted with a lot of money just to stare at it. :)

Some people just like cameras and lenses, if they only want to take pictures of their cats with an R52, that's fantastic. Hobbyists are what fund the industry, not professionals. A big percentage of big white lenses and 1 series cameras are bought by hobbyists that happen to have some disposable income.
 
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Big_Ant_TV_Media said:
This phenomenon is delaying availability for legitimate photographers worldwide, as these individuals and 'camera enthusiasts' dominate preorder lists and stock purchases, mirroring the trend of purchasing the latest iPhone for status symbolization rather than genuine utility. It is imperative that the camera industry undergoes significant changes to prioritize allocation of equipment to established professionals and artists over pretenders and camera speculators.
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While I do appreciate the additional effort to improve punctuation from the initial post, I couldn't disagree with this specific part of your post any more than I already do. This whole comment feels like it can be shortened to saying "too many people are buying the camera that don't deserve it or don't plan on using it right, and because of that, real photographers are unable to buy it. Only people who I think deserve it should be able to buy it". That just sounds to me like a massive pile of gate-keeping. Here's a few questions to reflect on that bring me to that conclusion.
  • What exactly makes a photographer legitimate? Who decides that?
  • What evidence is there that people are buying these cameras for status? Is it a hand full of people posting on internet forums, and what proportion of R5ii owners does that account for? Does anyone actually gain status from having a new camera?
  • Even if people are buying the camera for status (or any other purpose you've identified as illegitimate), would it be better for Canon to restrict that behaviour, or to sell as many units as they possible can to anyone with the money? You listed this change as "imperative", but I can't see that being imperative for anyone other than the hand full of people who didn't get the camera as quickly as they wanted to - certainly not for Canon.
  • If priority will be given to professionals and artists over pretenders and speculators, how do we decide which category people fit into? Minimum sales per year? Instagram likes? Gallery showings? Award wins? Percentage of income derived from photography? What about on the other side of the equations for pretenders and speculators - People that do Gear reviews? People with fewer than 10k exposures on their last camera?
I mean, come on. How does any of that sound like a good idea? Here's a hot take - I think a free market would suggest that anyone with the money, ability to find a retailer with inventory, or anyone with the forethought to pre-order early has earned their right to buy the camera regardless of what they plan on doing with it. I think setting special criteria over who has the right to buy the camera gets ugly fast.
 
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