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
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
Large-format global-shutter cinema flagship with 8K VV, 120fps, and pro broadcast I/O.
$44,500
Launch priceReleased Apr 2022
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV is 3 months newer.
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Wins
EOS R5 C
Wins
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
9 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BV-RAPTOR XL 8K VV has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R5 C has lower Weight (770 g vs 3620 g)
- AEOS R5 C has higher Max video bit rate (2570 Mbps vs 600 Mbps)
- BV-RAPTOR XL 8K VV has higher Battery life (CIPA) (520 shots vs 320 shots)
- BV-RAPTOR XL 8K VV has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 20 fps)
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)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
116 × 108 × 150 mm
3620 g (7.98 lb / 127.69 oz)
EOS R5 C is 7mm shorter and 39mm thinner than V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV but it is also 27mm wider.
EOS R5 C is 2850 g lighter than V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV.
Depth (front-to-back): 111mm EOS R5 C · 150mm V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R5 C
142 × 101 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
116 × 108 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R5 C
142 × 111 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
116 × 150 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5 C
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
40.96 × 21.6 mm · Full Frame
885 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R5 C
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV: 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…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 142, 101, 111
Weight
770 g vs 3620 g — lower is better
Max video bit rate
2570 Mbps vs 600 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
45 MP vs 35.4 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW HQ/MQ/LQ
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 115.5, 108, 149.63
AA filter
Only V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV supports it
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -6 EV — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
520 shots vs 320 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 51,200
- ✓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 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
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV
Pros
- ✓8K VV global shutter
- ✓120fps 8K
- ✓Pro I/O
- ✓REDCODE RAW ecosystem
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Massive data rates
- –Requires pro crew
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 sports, EOS R5 C or V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV?
V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV scores 10.0/10 versus 7.0/10 for EOS R5 C — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 C and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV?
EOS R5 C is 45 MP and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV is 35.4 MP, so the EOS R5 C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R5 C and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 C does not have IBIS, while V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 C or the V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV?
EOS R5 C reaches 20 fps electronic. V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 C and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV?
EOS R5 C weighs 770 g and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV weighs 3620 g, so the EOS R5 C is 2850 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 C and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV record 4K video?
EOS R5 C: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV: 8K VV (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R5 C and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV weather sealed?
EOS R5 C: Yes. V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 320 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 C and 520 shots for the V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV, giving the V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 C launched at $4,499 and V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV at $44,500. The EOS R5 C is $40,001 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and RED press materials.