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
Sony
FX9
Full-frame 6K XDCAM camcorder with Dual Base ISO, S-Cinetone, Fast Hybrid AF, variable ND, and oversampled DCI 4K up to 60p.
$10,998
Launch priceReleased Sep 2019
EOS R5 C is 2.4 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R5 C
Wins
FX9
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R5 C has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 0 fps)
- AEOS R5 C has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 0 fps)
- AEOS R5 C has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 4,000)
- AEOS R5 C has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 800)
- AEOS R5 C has lower Weight (770 g vs 2000 g)
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
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FX9
146 × 143 × 229 mm
2000 g (4.41 lb / 70.55 oz)
EOS R5 C is 4mm narrower, 41mm shorter, and 117mm thinner than FX9.
EOS R5 C is 1230 g lighter than FX9.
Depth (front-to-back): 112mm EOS R5 C · 229mm FX9
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
FX9
146 × 143 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R5 C
142 × 112 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
FX9
146 × 229 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5 C
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
FX9
35.7 × 18.8 mm · APS-C
671 mm² area
1.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R5 C
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
FX9
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
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 R5 C
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Cinema RAW Light, AVC-LongG, MP4…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 142.2, 101.6, 111.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 4,000 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 800 — lower is better
Weight
770 g vs 2000 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
FX9
Codecs
Adds XAVC-I, XAVC-L, MPEG HD422
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 146, 142.5, 229
Card types
Adds XQD, SD, SDHC…
AA filter
Only FX9 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓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
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓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
FX9
Pros
- ✓Full-frame 6K Exmor R oversampling
- ✓Dual Base ISO 800 / 4000
- ✓S-Cinetone + S-Log3
- ✓Built-in variable ND (1/4–1/128)
- ✓12G-SDI + dual XQD slots
Cons
- –Large shoulder-cam form factor
- –Body-only is 2 kg
- –XQD media (not CFexpress)
- –6K not recorded natively (oversampled 4K)
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon EOS R5 C
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS R5 C or FX9?
EOS R5 C scores 8.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for FX9 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 C and FX9?
EOS R5 C is 45 MP and FX9 is 19 MP, so the EOS R5 C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the EOS R5 C and FX9?
EOS R5 C does not have IBIS, while FX9 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 C and FX9?
EOS R5 C weighs 770 g and FX9 weighs 2000 g, so the EOS R5 C is 1230 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 C and FX9 record 4K video?
EOS R5 C: 4K up to 120p. FX9: 6K oversampled → DCI 4K / UHD 4K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R5 C and FX9 weather sealed?
EOS R5 C: Yes. FX9: Yes.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 C launched at $4,499 and FX9 at $10,998. The EOS R5 C is $6,499 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 Sony press materials.