Canon
EOS R5
45MP full-frame hybrid with 8K RAW, 4K 120p, strong AF, and 8-stop in-body stabilization.
$3,899
Released Jul 2020
Canon
EOS R5 Mark II
45MP stacked-sensor powerhouse with 8K 60p RAW internal and 30fps burst.
$4,299
Released Jul 2024
EOS R5 Mark II is 4 years newer.
Wins
EOS R5
Wins
EOS R5 Mark II
12 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEOS R5 Mark II has higher RAW buffer depth (600 frames vs 180 frames)
- AEOS R5 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (490 shots vs 320 shots)
- BEOS R5 Mark II has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 20 fps)
- BEOS R5 Mark II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 8 stops)
- AEOS R5 has lower Weight (738 g vs 746 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R5
139 × 98 × 88 mm
738 g (1.63 lb / 26.03 oz)
EOS R5 Mark II
138 × 101 × 94 mm
746 g (1.64 lb / 26.31 oz)
EOS R5 is 4mm shorter and 6mm thinner than EOS R5 Mark II.
EOS R5 is 8 g lighter than EOS R5 Mark II.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R5 · 94mm EOS R5 Mark II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R5
139 × 98 mm
EOS R5 Mark II
138 × 101 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R5
139 × 88 mm
EOS R5 Mark II
138 × 94 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
EOS R5 Mark II
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R5
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
EOS R5 Mark II
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
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
The verdict
The $400 price premium for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II primarily secures a move from a standard CMOS to a high-speed stacked BSI sensor architecture for faster data readout.
Choose the Canon EOS R5 if you require maximum endurance for long field assignments, as its battery is rated for 490 CIPA shots versus only 320 on the updated Mark II model.
Choose the Canon EOS R5 Mark II if you are a professional action photographer who needs the 30fps electronic burst speed, pre-capture functionality, and the significantly deeper 600-shot RAW image buffer capacity.
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R5
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 97.5, 88
Battery life (CIPA)
490 shots vs 320 shots — higher is better
Weight
738 g vs 746 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
EOS R5 Mark II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 101.2, 93.5
RAW buffer depth
600 frames vs 180 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Horses, Cars, Motorbikes…
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -6 EV — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only EOS R5 Mark II supports it
Codecs
Adds XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8.5 stops vs 8 stops — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 45 MP
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 51,200
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 1053
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R5
Pros
- ✓45MP sensor balances resolution and speed
- ✓8K RAW and 4K 120p internal video
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with advanced subject tracking
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓CFexpress Type B plus SD UHS-II storage
Cons
- –Heat limits can matter for extended high-end video
- –Battery life is modest
- –Still expensive versus newer enthusiast bodies
EOS R5 Mark II
Pros
- ✓45MP stacked CMOS — speed and resolution
- ✓8K 60p RAW internal recording
- ✓30fps electronic burst at full 45MP
- ✓5.76M dot EVF
Cons
- –Premium $4,299 price
- –Short battery life (320 CIPA shots)
- –Body heat in extended 8K sessions
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, EOS R5 or EOS R5 Mark II?
EOS R5 Mark II scores 9.5/10 versus 6.5/10 for EOS R5 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 and EOS R5 Mark II?
Both cameras share the same 45 MP resolution.
Do the EOS R5 and EOS R5 Mark II have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while eOS R5 Mark II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 or the EOS R5 Mark II?
EOS R5 reaches 20 fps electronic. EOS R5 Mark II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 and EOS R5 Mark II?
EOS R5 weighs 738 g and EOS R5 Mark II weighs 746 g, so the EOS R5 is 8 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 and EOS R5 Mark II record 4K video?
EOS R5: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. EOS R5 Mark II: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS R5 and EOS R5 Mark II weather sealed?
EOS R5: Yes. EOS R5 Mark II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 490 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 and 320 shots for the EOS R5 Mark II, giving the EOS R5 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 launched at $3,899 and EOS R5 Mark II at $4,299. The EOS R5 is $400 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.