Canon
EOS R3
Pro 24MP full-frame stacked-sensor body built for sports, news, wildlife, and high-speed hybrid capture.
$5,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2021
Canon
EOS R50
Tiny 24MP APS-C RF-mount camera for creators, travel, and beginners who want strong autofocus and easy 4K.
$679
Launch priceReleased Feb 2023
EOS R50 is 1.4 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R3
Wins
EOS R50
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R3 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R3 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
- AEOS R3 has higher RAW buffer depth (150 frames vs 7 frames)
- AEOS R3 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- AEOS R3 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 32,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareEOS R3
150 × 143 × 87 mm
1015 g (2.24 lb / 35.80 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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EOS R50
116 × 86 × 69 mm
375 g (0.83 lb / 13.23 oz)
EOS R3 is 34mm wider, 57mm taller, and 18mm thicker than EOS R50.
EOS R3 is 640 g heavier than EOS R50.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm EOS R3 · 69mm EOS R50
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R3
150 × 143 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
EOS R50
116 × 86 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R3
150 × 87 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
EOS R50
116 × 69 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
EOS R50
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
2.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R3
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
EOS R50
✓ 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 R3
AF low-light limit
-7.5 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 150, 142.6, 87.2
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
150 frames vs 7 frames — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
EOS R50
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 116.3, 85.5, 68.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
375 g vs 1015 g — lower is better
EVF magnification
0.95 × vs 0.76 × — higher is better
Resolution
24.2 MP vs 24.1 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 12 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R3
Pros
- ✓30fps electronic burst from a stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓Exceptional low-light AF down to -7.5 EV
- ✓Integrated pro body with large LP-E19 battery
- ✓6K RAW video and 4K 120p
- ✓Rugged weather-sealed construction
Cons
- –24MP resolution trails higher-detail rivals
- –Large integrated-grip body
- –Expensive compared with enthusiast full-frame bodies
EOS R50
Pros
- ✓Very compact and lightweight
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II subject tracking
- ✓Oversampled 4K 30p video
- ✓Fully articulating touchscreen
- ✓Accessible price
Cons
- –No in-body stabilization
- –Single SD card slot
- –Limited physical controls
- –No headphone jack
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, EOS R3 or EOS R50?
EOS R3 scores 9.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for EOS R50 — 6K video for oversampled 4K.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R3 and EOS R50?
EOS R3 is 24.1 MP and EOS R50 is 24.2 MP, so the EOS R50 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R3 and EOS R50 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R3 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while EOS R50 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R3 or the EOS R50?
EOS R3 reaches 30 fps electronic. EOS R50 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R3 and EOS R50?
EOS R3 weighs 1015 g and EOS R50 weighs 375 g, so the EOS R50 is 640 g lighter.
Do the EOS R3 and EOS R50 record 4K video?
EOS R3: 6K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. EOS R50: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R3 and EOS R50 weather sealed?
EOS R3: Yes. EOS R50: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 620 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R3 and 440 shots for the EOS R50, giving the EOS R3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R3 launched at $5,999 and EOS R50 at $679. The EOS R50 is $5,320 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.