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
Fujifilm
X-T5
40.2MP APS-C flagship with unrivaled still quality and 20 film simulations.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Nov 2022
EOS R50 is 3 months newer.
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Wins
EOS R50
Wins
X-T5
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX-T5 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- BX-T5 has higher RAW buffer depth (72 frames vs 7 frames)
- BX-T5 has higher Max video bit rate (360 Mbps vs 120 Mbps)
- AEOS R50 has higher ISO max (native) (32,000 vs 12,800)
- BX-T5 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R50
116 × 86 × 69 mm
375 g (0.83 lb / 13.23 oz)
X-T5
130 × 91 × 64 mm
557 g (1.23 lb / 19.65 oz)
EOS R50 is 13mm narrower and 6mm shorter than X-T5 but it is also 5mm thicker.
EOS R50 is 182 g lighter than X-T5.
Depth (front-to-back): 69mm EOS R50 · 64mm X-T5
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R50
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
X-T5
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
1.1× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R50
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
X-T5
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
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
ISO max (native)
32,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
AA filter
Only EOS R50 supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Vehicle
AF points / zones
651 vs 425 — higher is better
Weight
375 g vs 557 g — lower is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 125 — lower is better
EVF magnification
0.95 × vs 0.8 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X-T5
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 129.5, 91, 63.8
RAW buffer depth
72 frames vs 7 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane…
Max video bit rate
360 Mbps vs 120 Mbps — higher is better
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SDXC V90
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X-T5 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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
X-T5
Pros
- ✓40.2MP APS-C — rivals full-frame for detail
- ✓Compact retro body (557g)
- ✓7-stop IBIS in a small body
- ✓20 film simulations including Velvia, Provia
Cons
- –4K 60p has a 1.29× crop
- –3-way tilt LCD — no full articulation
- –APS-C crop factor (1.5×) for full-frame lenses
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R50 or X-T5?
X-T5 scores 6.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for EOS R50 — 40.2MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R50 and X-T5?
EOS R50 is 24.2 MP and X-T5 is 40.2 MP, so the X-T5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R50 and X-T5 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R50 does not have IBIS, while x-T5 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R50 or the X-T5?
EOS R50 reaches 15 fps electronic. X-T5 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R50 and X-T5?
EOS R50 weighs 375 g and X-T5 weighs 557 g, so the EOS R50 is 182 g lighter.
Do the EOS R50 and X-T5 record 4K video?
EOS R50: 4K up to 30p. X-T5: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R50 and X-T5 weather sealed?
EOS R50: No. X-T5: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 440 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R50 and 580 shots for the X-T5, giving the X-T5 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R50 launched at $679 and X-T5 at $1,699. The EOS R50 is $1,020 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.