In this video I break down my first impressions of the Canon R5 C and answer the big question: is it a better investment than the Canon C70? I’ve shot multiple projects on the Canon R5 and I love-hate that camera—insane image, autofocus, codecs, and 8K… but the overheating was a real issue. The R5 C fixes that with a built-in fan, and that alone gave me way more confidence on a real photo/video shoot I did with models for an agency here in LA. The fan is audible before you roll, then it gets really quiet once you hit record, which is exactly the kind of peace of mind I want on paid gigs. I also talk through what makes the R5 C feel like two cameras in one: a familiar photo menu like the R5/R6, and a cinema-style video menu that feels closer to my C70. The trade-offs are real though—no IBIS (only digital stabilization), video autofocus that feels scaled back compared to the photo side, rough battery life, and you’ll need to solve ND and pro audio (XLR) if you want a more “cinema” setup. For me, the C70 is still a beautiful dedicated video camera, and the R5 C is an amazing hybrid that becomes a “want” more than a “need,” depending on your workflow.