Canon
EOS R100
Entry-level 24MP APS-C RF-mount camera with a small body, EVF, and simple stills-first feature set.
$479
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Canon
EOS R5
45MP full-frame hybrid with 8K RAW, 4K 120p, strong AF, and 8-stop in-body stabilization.
$3,899
Launch priceReleased Jul 2020
EOS R100 is 2.8 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R100
Wins
EOS R5
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEOS R5 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BEOS R5 has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 6 frames)
- BEOS R5 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
- BEOS R5 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 24 fps)
- BEOS R5 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareEOS R100
116 × 86 × 69 mm
356 g (0.78 lb / 12.56 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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EOS R5
139 × 98 × 88 mm
738 g (1.63 lb / 26.03 oz)
EOS R100 is 22mm narrower, 12mm shorter, and 19mm thinner than EOS R5.
EOS R100 is 382 g lighter than EOS R5.
Depth (front-to-back): 69mm EOS R100 · 88mm EOS R5
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R100
116 × 86 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
EOS R5
139 × 98 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R100
116 × 69 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
EOS R5
139 × 88 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R100
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
EOS R5
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
2.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R100
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
EOS R5
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R100
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 116.3, 85.5, 68.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
AF points / zones
3975 vs 1053 — higher is better
Weight
356 g vs 738 g — lower is better
EVF magnification
0.95 × vs 0.76 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
EOS R5
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 97.5, 88
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 6 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 24 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R100
Pros
- ✓Very low entry price for Canon RF
- ✓Compact and lightweight body
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓Good image quality for beginners
Cons
- –Fixed non-touch LCD
- –Older DIGIC 8 processor
- –4K video is cropped and limited
- –No in-body stabilization
EOS R5
Pros
- ✓45MP sensor balances resolution and speed
- ✓8K RAW and 4K 120p internal video
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with advanced subject tracking
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓CFexpress Type B plus SD UHS-II storage
Cons
- –Heat limits can matter for extended high-end video
- –Battery life is modest
- –Still expensive versus newer enthusiast bodies
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, EOS R100 or EOS R5?
EOS R5 scores 9.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for EOS R100 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R100 and EOS R5?
EOS R100 is 24.1 MP and EOS R5 is 45 MP, so the EOS R5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R100 and EOS R5 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R100 does not have IBIS, while EOS R5 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R100 or the EOS R5?
EOS R100 reaches 6.5 fps electronic. EOS R5 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R100 and EOS R5?
EOS R100 weighs 356 g and EOS R5 weighs 738 g, so the EOS R100 is 382 g lighter.
Do the EOS R100 and EOS R5 record 4K video?
EOS R100: 4K up to 24p. EOS R5: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R100 and EOS R5 weather sealed?
EOS R100: No. EOS R5: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 430 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R100 and 490 shots for the EOS R5, giving the EOS R5 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R100 launched at $479 and EOS R5 at $3,899. The EOS R100 is $3,420 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.