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 R50
Tiny 24MP APS-C RF-mount camera for creators, travel, and beginners who want strong autofocus and easy 4K.
$679
Released Feb 2023
EOS R50 is 2.6 years newer.
Wins
EOS R5
Wins
EOS R50
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R5 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R5 has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 7 frames)
- AEOS R5 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
- AEOS R5 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- AEOS R5 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 2,360,000)
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 R50
116 × 86 × 69 mm
375 g (0.83 lb / 13.23 oz)
EOS R5 is 22mm wider, 12mm taller, and 19mm thicker than EOS R50.
EOS R5 is 363 g heavier than EOS R50.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R5 · 69mm EOS R50
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R5
139 × 98 mm
EOS R50
116 × 86 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R5
139 × 88 mm
EOS R50
116 × 69 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
EOS R50
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
2.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R5
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
EOS R50
✓ 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
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R5
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 97.5, 88
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 7 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
EOS R50
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 116.3, 85.5, 68.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
375 g vs 738 g — lower is better
EVF magnification
0.95 × vs 0.76 × — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 12 fps
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 R50
Pros
- ✓Very compact and lightweight
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II subject tracking
- ✓Oversampled 4K 30p video
- ✓Fully articulating touchscreen
- ✓Accessible price
Cons
- –No in-body stabilization
- –Single SD card slot
- –Limited physical controls
- –No headphone jack
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R5 or EOS R50?
EOS R5 scores 8.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for EOS R50 — 45MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 and EOS R50?
EOS R5 is 45 MP and EOS R50 is 24.2 MP, so the EOS R5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R5 and EOS R50 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while eOS R50 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 or the EOS R50?
EOS R5 reaches 20 fps electronic. EOS R50 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 and EOS R50?
EOS R5 weighs 738 g and EOS R50 weighs 375 g, so the EOS R50 is 363 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 and EOS R50 record 4K video?
EOS R5: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. EOS R50: 4K up to 30p.
Are the EOS R5 and EOS R50 weather sealed?
EOS R5: Yes. EOS R50: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 490 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 and 440 shots for the EOS R50, giving the EOS R5 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 launched at $3,899 and EOS R50 at $679. The EOS R50 is $3,220 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.