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 RP
Affordable full-frame RF entry with compact body and Dual Pixel AF for enthusiasts stepping up.
$999
Released Feb 2019
EOS R5 is 1.3 years newer.
Wins
EOS R5
Wins
EOS RP
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R5 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R5 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AEOS R5 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 25 fps)
- BEOS RP has higher AF points / zones (4779 vs 1053)
- AEOS R5 has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 5 fps)
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 RP
133 × 85 × 70 mm
485 g (1.07 lb / 17.11 oz)
EOS R5 is 6mm wider, 13mm taller, and 18mm thicker than EOS RP.
EOS R5 is 253 g heavier than EOS RP.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R5 · 70mm EOS RP
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
EOS RP
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R5
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
EOS RP
✓ 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 -5 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
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 25 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 5 fps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
EOS RP
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.5, 85, 70
AF points / zones
4779 vs 1053 — higher is better
Weight
485 g vs 738 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 490 shots — higher is better
EVF magnification
0.78 × 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
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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 RP
Pros
- ✓Lowest-cost Canon full-frame RF
- ✓Compact and light
- ✓Dual Pixel AF
- ✓Fully articulating screen
Cons
- –4K video crop
- –Single card slot
- –No IBIS
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, EOS R5 or EOS RP?
EOS R5 scores 9.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for EOS RP — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 and EOS RP?
EOS R5 is 45 MP and EOS RP is 26.2 MP, so the EOS R5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R5 and EOS RP have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while eOS RP does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 or the EOS RP?
EOS R5 reaches 20 fps electronic. EOS RP reaches 5 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 and EOS RP?
EOS R5 weighs 738 g and EOS RP weighs 485 g, so the EOS RP is 253 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 and EOS RP record 4K video?
EOS R5: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. EOS RP: 4K up to 25p.
Are the EOS R5 and EOS RP weather sealed?
EOS R5: Yes. EOS RP: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 490 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 and 640 shots for the EOS RP, giving the EOS RP the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 launched at $3,899 and EOS RP at $999. The EOS RP is $2,900 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.