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
RED
KOMODO-X
Global-shutter Super 35 cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, RF mount, and a larger body than KOMODO 6K.
$9,995
Launch priceReleased Aug 2023
KOMODO-X is 1.6 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R5 C
Wins
KOMODO-X
7 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BKOMODO-X has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R5 C has higher Max video bit rate (2570 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- AEOS R5 C has higher Resolution (45 MP vs 19.9 MP)
- AEOS R5 C has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
- BKOMODO-X has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 320 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareEOS R5 C
142 × 101 × 111 mm
770 g (1.70 lb / 27.16 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
KOMODO-X
114 × 101 × 71 mm
1130 g (2.49 lb / 39.86 oz)
EOS R5 C is 28mm wider and 40mm thicker than KOMODO-X.
EOS R5 C is 360 g lighter than KOMODO-X.
Depth (front-to-back): 111mm EOS R5 C · 71mm KOMODO-X
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5 C
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
KOMODO-X
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 mm² area
2.2× 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
KOMODO-X: 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
Codecs
Adds Cinema RAW Light, XF-AVC, H.265…
Max video bit rate
2570 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 142, 111
Resolution
45 MP vs 19.9 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
KOMODO-X
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW, Apple ProRes 422 HQ
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114, 71
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -6 EV — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only KOMODO-X supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only KOMODO-X supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 320 shots — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
Both cameras share
- ✓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
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 20 fps
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
KOMODO-X
Pros
- ✓Global shutter 6K
- ✓REDCODE RAW
- ✓Canon RF mount
- ✓Compact cinema form
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Cinema-first ergonomics
- –Premium media costs
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the EOS R5 C and KOMODO-X at major authorized retailers.
Canon EOS R5 C
RED KOMODO-X
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R5 C or KOMODO-X?
EOS R5 C scores 7.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for KOMODO-X — 45MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 C and KOMODO-X?
EOS R5 C is 45 MP and KOMODO-X is 19.9 MP, so the EOS R5 C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R5 C and KOMODO-X have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 C does not have IBIS, while KOMODO-X has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 C or the KOMODO-X?
EOS R5 C reaches 20 fps electronic. KOMODO-X reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 C and KOMODO-X?
EOS R5 C weighs 770 g and KOMODO-X weighs 1130 g, so the EOS R5 C is 360 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 C and KOMODO-X record 4K video?
EOS R5 C: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. KOMODO-X: 6K 17:9 (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R5 C and KOMODO-X weather sealed?
EOS R5 C: Yes. KOMODO-X: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 320 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 C and 640 shots for the KOMODO-X, giving the KOMODO-X the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 C launched at $4,499 and KOMODO-X at $9,995. The EOS R5 C is $5,496 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.