Here`s why you probably don`t need 8K right now (and why you might)
Canon`s recent announcement of the new EOS R5 wasn`t completely unexpected, but one of the camera`s key specifications, 8K video, did catch us a bit by surprise. 8K video has been in development for several years, but to date it`s mostly been limited to Hollywood-level cinema production and tech demos by Japanese broadcaster NHK.
With the R5 it looks like that may be about to change. In fact, we now know that the R5 will be able to capture 8K/30p using the full width of the sensor. Of course, there`s a lot more to video quality than just resolution, and we don`t expect the R5 to challenge a camera like the RED Helium 8K, but the fact that 8K is making its way into any consumer mirrorless camera suggests that this could be the tip of the iceberg.
With that in mind, let`s look at some reasons why you probably don`t need 8K video anytime soon - as well as a few reasons why you might.
Almost nobody is watching 8K
8K displays are absolutely incredible, and once you`ve seen one in person you can`t unsee it. It`s exciting to think that some day 8K displays will be everywhere.
But today, they`re not everywhere. In fact, they aren`t really anywhere except for niche locations like post-production environments or the living room of that guy down the street who always has the latest gizmo (and isn`t afraid to pay top dollar for it). Sure, 8K TVs are coming down in price, but they still run into the thousands of dollars and it will be a while before they`re commonplace.
8K TVs are coming down in price, but they still run into the thousands of dollars...
There`s also the question of whether most viewers will be able to see the difference between 4K and 8K. Even with good eyesight, human vision at typical viewing distances will be a limiting factor unless you`re using an exceptionally large display.
In short, there`s really no reason to get an 8K camera in order to deliver ...
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