Canon
EOS R50
Tiny 24MP APS-C RF-mount camera for creators, travel, and beginners who want strong autofocus and easy 4K.
$679
Launch priceReleased Feb 2023
Canon
EOS R50 V
Video-first APS-C RF body with 4K 60p crop, oversampled 4K 30p, Canon Log 3, Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, and no EVF — built for creators.
$649
Launch priceReleased Mar 2025
EOS R50 V is 2.2 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R50
Wins
EOS R50 V
8 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEOS R50 V has higher Max video bit rate (250 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
- BEOS R50 V has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- BEOS R50 V has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 12 fps)
- AEOS R50 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (440 shots vs 370 shots)
- BEOS R50 V has lower Weight (370 g vs 375 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R50
116 × 86 × 69 mm
375 g (0.83 lb / 13.23 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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EOS R50 V
119 × 74 × 45 mm
370 g (0.82 lb / 13.05 oz)
EOS R50 is 3mm narrower than EOS R50 V but it is also 12mm taller and 24mm thicker.
EOS R50 is 5 g heavier than EOS R50 V.
Depth (front-to-back): 69mm EOS R50 · 45mm EOS R50 V
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R50
116 × 86 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
EOS R50 V
119 × 74 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R50
116 × 69 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
EOS R50 V
119 × 45 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R50
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
EOS R50 V
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R50
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
EOS R50 V
✓ 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 R50
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 116.3, 85.5, 68.8
Codecs
Adds H.265
Subject recognition
Adds Bird
Battery life (CIPA)
440 shots vs 370 shots — higher is better
Resolution
24.2 MP vs 24 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
EOS R50 V
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 119.3, 73.7, 45.2
Codecs
Adds XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S
Max video bit rate
250 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only EOS R50 V supports it
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 12 fps — higher is better
Weight
370 g vs 375 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 32,000
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 651
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
EOS R50 V
Pros
- ✓24MP APS-C sensor with DIGIC X
- ✓4K oversampled 30p and 4K crop 60p
- ✓Canon Log 3 and 10-bit internal
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
- ✓UVC/UAC streaming and vertical tripod socket
Cons
- –No built-in EVF or flash
- –4K 60p is cropped (not oversampled)
- –Single SD card slot
- –No in-body stabilization
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS R50 or EOS R50 V?
EOS R50 scores 5.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for EOS R50 V — Bird AF subject recognition.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R50 and EOS R50 V?
EOS R50 is 24.2 MP and EOS R50 V is 24 MP, so the EOS R50 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the EOS R50 and EOS R50 V?
EOS R50 does not have IBIS, while EOS R50 V does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R50 or the EOS R50 V?
EOS R50 reaches 15 fps electronic. EOS R50 V reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R50 and EOS R50 V?
EOS R50 weighs 375 g and EOS R50 V weighs 370 g, so the EOS R50 V is 5 g lighter.
Do the EOS R50 and EOS R50 V record 4K video?
EOS R50: 4K up to 30p. EOS R50 V: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R50 and EOS R50 V weather sealed?
EOS R50: No. EOS R50 V: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 440 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R50 and 370 shots for the EOS R50 V, giving the EOS R50 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R50 launched at $679 and EOS R50 V at $649. The EOS R50 V is $30 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.