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
Z CAM
E2-M4
Compact MFT cinema box with 4K 120p, ZRAW, ProRes, and interchangeable MFT lenses.
$1,299
Launch priceReleased Jun 2023
E2-M4 is 1.4 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R5 C
Wins
E2-M4
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BE2-M4 has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 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 10.28 MP)
- AEOS R5 C has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 60 frames)
- AEOS R5 C has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 2,360,000)
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
E2-M4
91 × 66 × 72 mm
370 g (0.82 lb / 13.05 oz)
EOS R5 C is 51mm wider, 35mm taller, and 39mm thicker than E2-M4.
EOS R5 C is 400 g heavier than E2-M4.
Depth (front-to-back): 111mm EOS R5 C · 72mm E2-M4
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5 C
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
E2-M4
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 R5 C
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
E2-M4
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
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
Codecs
Adds Cinema RAW Light, XF-AVC, H.265…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 142, 101, 111
Max video bit rate
2570 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
45 MP vs 10.28 MP — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
E2-M4
Codecs
Adds ZRAW, ProRes
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 91, 66, 72
Weight
370 g vs 770 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only E2-M4 supports it
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -6 EV — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only E2-M4 supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only E2-M4 supports it
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
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 120 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
E2-M4
Pros
- ✓Tiny MFT cinema box
- ✓4K 120p
- ✓ZRAW internal
- ✓Affordable cinema entry
Cons
- –No screen
- –MFT sensor
- –Manual focus workflow
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 travel, EOS R5 C or E2-M4?
E2-M4 scores 8.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for EOS R5 C — 370g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 C and E2-M4?
EOS R5 C is 45 MP and E2-M4 is 10.28 MP, so the EOS R5 C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R5 C and E2-M4 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 C does not have IBIS, while E2-M4 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 C or the E2-M4?
EOS R5 C reaches 20 fps electronic. E2-M4 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 C and E2-M4?
EOS R5 C weighs 770 g and E2-M4 weighs 370 g, so the E2-M4 is 400 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 C and E2-M4 record 4K video?
EOS R5 C: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. E2-M4: 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R5 C and E2-M4 weather sealed?
EOS R5 C: Yes. E2-M4: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 320 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 C and 640 shots for the E2-M4, giving the E2-M4 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 C launched at $4,499 and E2-M4 at $1,299. The E2-M4 is $3,200 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.