Canon
EOS R5 C
Cinema-focused 45MP full-frame hybrid with active cooling, 8K RAW 60p, and Canon Cinema EOS video tools.
$4,499
Launch priceReleased Jan 2022
Fujifilm
GFX ETERNA 55
G-mount large-format cinema camera with a 102MP GFX sensor, 8K recording, variable ND, 12G-SDI, and pro I/O.
$16,499
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
GFX ETERNA 55 is 3.7 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R5 C
Wins
GFX ETERNA 55
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R5 C has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 400)
- AEOS R5 C has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
- AEOS R5 C has lower Weight (770 g vs 2000 g)
- AEOS R5 C has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 425)
- BGFX ETERNA 55 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (520 shots vs 220 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R5 C
142 × 102 × 112 mm
770 g (1.70 lb / 27.16 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
GFX ETERNA 55
111 × 138 × 177 mm
2000 g (4.41 lb / 70.55 oz)
EOS R5 C is 37mm shorter and 65mm thinner than GFX ETERNA 55 but it is also 31mm wider.
EOS R5 C is 1230 g lighter than GFX ETERNA 55.
Depth (front-to-back): 112mm EOS R5 C · 177mm GFX ETERNA 55
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R5 C
142 × 102 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
GFX ETERNA 55
111 × 138 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R5 C
142 × 112 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GFX ETERNA 55
111 × 177 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5 C
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
GFX ETERNA 55
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
1.7× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R5 C
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
GFX ETERNA 55: 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 R5 C
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -3.7 EV — lower is better
Codecs
Adds Cinema RAW Light, AVC-LongG, MP4…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 142.2, 101.6, 111.8
ISO min (native)
100 vs 400 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Weight
770 g vs 2000 g — lower is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 425 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GFX ETERNA 55
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 110.8, 138.2, 176.8
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike…
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SSD via USB
Battery life (CIPA)
520 shots vs 220 shots — higher is better
Resolution
102 MP vs 45 MP — higher is better
Card slots
3 vs 2 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓1080p max frame rate — Both 120 fps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R5 C
Pros
- ✓8K RAW 60p internal recording with active cooling
- ✓Cinema EOS interface and professional video tools
- ✓45MP full-frame stills capability
- ✓4K 120p slow motion
- ✓CFexpress Type B plus SD UHS-II storage
Cons
- –No in-body stabilization
- –Battery life is limited for high-end video
- –Larger body than the EOS R5
GFX ETERNA 55
Pros
- ✓Large-format 8K cinema capture
- ✓Electronic variable ND
- ✓12G-SDI and GenLock
- ✓F-Log2 / F-Log2 C
Cons
- –Cinema-only body
- –Very expensive
- –Large and heavy
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon EOS R5 C
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS R5 C or GFX ETERNA 55?
EOS R5 C scores 8.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for GFX ETERNA 55 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 C and GFX ETERNA 55?
EOS R5 C is 45 MP and GFX ETERNA 55 is 102 MP, so the GFX ETERNA 55 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the EOS R5 C and GFX ETERNA 55?
EOS R5 C does not have IBIS, while GFX ETERNA 55 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 C and GFX ETERNA 55?
EOS R5 C weighs 770 g and GFX ETERNA 55 weighs 2000 g, so the EOS R5 C is 1230 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 C and GFX ETERNA 55 record 4K video?
EOS R5 C: 4K up to 120p. GFX ETERNA 55: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R5 C and GFX ETERNA 55 weather sealed?
EOS R5 C: Yes. GFX ETERNA 55: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 220 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 C and 520 shots for the GFX ETERNA 55, giving the GFX ETERNA 55 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 C launched at $4,499 and GFX ETERNA 55 at $16,499. The EOS R5 C is $12,000 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Fujifilm press materials.