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
XA60
Compact 4K XA camcorder with 1/2.3-inch sensor, 20x zoom, XF-AVC/MP4, dual XLR, IR shooting, and UVC streaming — HDMI output (no SDI).
$1,799
Launch priceReleased Oct 2022
EOS R100 is 8 months newer.
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Wins
EOS R100
Wins
XA60
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BXA60 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- BXA60 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 6 frames)
- AEOS R100 has higher AF points / zones (3975 vs 1053)
- BXA60 has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 6.5 fps)
- AEOS R100 has higher Resolution (24.1 MP vs 8.29 MP)
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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
XA60
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
EOS R100 is 18mm narrower, 6mm shorter, and 3mm thinner than XA60.
EOS R100 is 224 g lighter than XA60.
Depth (front-to-back): 69mm EOS R100 · 72mm XA60
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R100
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
XA60
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
1.5× 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
XA60: mount data unavailable
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
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
Resolution
24.1 MP vs 8.29 MP — higher is better
Weight
356 g vs 580 g — lower is better
EVF magnification
0.95 × vs 0.78 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
XA60
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 6 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Vehicle
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 6.5 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes
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
XA60
Pros
- ✓XF-AVC + MP4 4K UHD 30p
- ✓20x 29.3–601mm equivalent zoom
- ✓Dual XLR + detachable handle
- ✓Advanced Hybrid AF + face detection
- ✓UVC streaming via USB-C
Cons
- –No SDI output (HDMI only)
- –1/2.3-inch sensor
- –No Dual Pixel AF
- –8-bit 4:2:0 recording
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 wildlife, EOS R100 or XA60?
XA60 scores 9.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for EOS R100 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R100 and XA60?
EOS R100 is 24.1 MP and XA60 is 8.29 MP, so the EOS R100 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R100 and XA60 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R100 does not have IBIS, while XA60 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R100 or the XA60?
EOS R100 reaches 6.5 fps electronic. XA60 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R100 and XA60?
EOS R100 weighs 356 g and XA60 weighs 580 g, so the EOS R100 is 224 g lighter.
Do the EOS R100 and XA60 record 4K video?
EOS R100: 4K up to 24p. XA60: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R100 and XA60 weather sealed?
EOS R100: No. XA60: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 430 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R100 and 640 shots for the XA60, giving the XA60 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R100 launched at $479 and XA60 at $1,799. The EOS R100 is $1,320 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.