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
XF605
1-inch broadcast camcorder with DIGIC DV7, Dual Pixel CMOS AF, 4K60p 4:2:2 10-bit XF-AVC, 12G-SDI, ND filter, and RTMP/SRT streaming.
$4,500
Launch priceReleased Aug 2021
Released within a month of each other.
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Wins
EOS R3
Wins
XF605
10 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R3 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 600 Mbps)
- AEOS R3 has higher Resolution (24.1 MP vs 8.29 MP)
- AEOS R3 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 51,200)
- BXF605 has lower Weight (580 g vs 1015 g)
- BXF605 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 150 frames)
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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
XF605
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
EOS R3 is 16mm wider, 52mm taller, and 15mm thicker than XF605.
EOS R3 is 435 g heavier than XF605.
Depth (front-to-back): 87mm EOS R3 · 72mm XF605
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
XF605
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
3.8× 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
XF605: 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 R3
AF low-light limit
-7.5 EV vs -6.5 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150, 142.6, 87.2
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 600 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
24.1 MP vs 8.29 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 51,200 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds RAW
Battery life (CIPA)
620 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
XF605
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only XF605 supports it
Weight
580 g vs 1015 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds ProRes
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 150 frames — higher is better
EVF magnification
0.78 × vs 0.76 × — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 1053
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
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
XF605
Pros
- ✓4K60p 4:2:2 10-bit XF-AVC internal
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF + iTR AF X
- ✓12G-SDI + HDMI + Ethernet (SRT)
- ✓Built-in 3-position ND + HLG/PQ
- ✓Dual SD + RTMP streaming
Cons
- –Large shoulder-style body
- –Premium broadcast pricing
- –Fixed 15x zoom lens
- –8.29MP effective on 1-inch sensor
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS R3 or XF605?
XF605 scores 10.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for EOS R3 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R3 and XF605?
EOS R3 is 24.1 MP and XF605 is 8.29 MP, so the EOS R3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R3 and XF605 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R3 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while XF605 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R3 or the XF605?
EOS R3 reaches 30 fps electronic. XF605 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R3 and XF605?
EOS R3 weighs 1015 g and XF605 weighs 580 g, so the XF605 is 435 g lighter.
Do the EOS R3 and XF605 record 4K video?
EOS R3: 6K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. XF605: 8K / 6K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R3 and XF605 weather sealed?
EOS R3: Yes. XF605: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 620 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R3 and 520 shots for the XF605, giving the EOS R3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R3 launched at $5,999 and XF605 at $4,500. The XF605 is $1,499 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.