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 Mark II
45MP stacked-sensor powerhouse with 8K 60p RAW internal and 30fps burst.
$4,299
Launch priceReleased Jul 2024
EOS R5 Mark II is 1.1 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R100
Wins
EOS R5 Mark II
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEOS R5 Mark II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BEOS R5 Mark II has higher RAW buffer depth (600 frames vs 6 frames)
- BEOS R5 Mark II has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
- BEOS R5 Mark II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 24 fps)
- BEOS R5 Mark II has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 6.5 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R100
116 × 86 × 69 mm
356 g (0.78 lb / 12.56 oz)
EOS R5 Mark II
139 × 101 × 94 mm
746 g (1.64 lb / 26.31 oz)
EOS R100 is 22mm narrower, 16mm shorter, and 25mm thinner than EOS R5 Mark II.
EOS R100 is 390 g lighter than EOS R5 Mark II.
Depth (front-to-back): 69mm EOS R100 · 94mm EOS R5 Mark II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R100
116 × 86 mm
EOS R5 Mark II
139 × 101 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R100
116 × 69 mm
EOS R5 Mark II
139 × 94 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R100
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
EOS R5 Mark II
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 Mark II
✓ 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 746 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
430 shots vs 320 shots — higher is better
EVF magnification
0.95 × vs 0.76 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
EOS R5 Mark II
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
IBIS effectiveness
8.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 101.2, 93.5
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
600 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 Mark II
Pros
- ✓45MP stacked CMOS — speed and resolution
- ✓8K 60p RAW internal recording
- ✓30fps electronic burst at full 45MP
- ✓5.76M dot EVF
Cons
- –Premium $4,299 price
- –Short battery life (320 CIPA shots)
- –Body heat in extended 8K sessions
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon EOS R100
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, EOS R100 or EOS R5 Mark II?
EOS R5 Mark II scores 9.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for EOS R100 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R100 and EOS R5 Mark II?
EOS R100 is 24.1 MP and EOS R5 Mark II is 45 MP, so the EOS R5 Mark II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R100 and EOS R5 Mark II have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R100 does not have IBIS, while eOS R5 Mark II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R100 or the EOS R5 Mark II?
EOS R100 reaches 6.5 fps electronic. EOS R5 Mark II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R100 and EOS R5 Mark II?
EOS R100 weighs 356 g and EOS R5 Mark II weighs 746 g, so the EOS R100 is 390 g lighter.
Do the EOS R100 and EOS R5 Mark II record 4K video?
EOS R100: 4K up to 24p. EOS R5 Mark II: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R100 and EOS R5 Mark II weather sealed?
EOS R100: No. EOS R5 Mark II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 430 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R100 and 320 shots for the EOS R5 Mark II, giving the EOS R100 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R100 launched at $479 and EOS R5 Mark II at $4,299. The EOS R100 is $3,820 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.