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Canon EOS R100vsCanon EOS R50: Which to Buy?

The Canon EOS R100 and Canon EOS R50 share the Canon RF lens mount and identical APS-C sensor formats. However, they differ significantly in handling, autofocus capabilities, and video features that dictate your everyday shooting experience.

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Biggest differences

  • Native ISO maximum

    Canon EOS R50 leads

    2.5×

    higher is better

    • Canon EOS R10012,800 ISO
    • Canon EOS R5032,000 ISO

  • Continuous shooting (mechanical)

    Canon EOS R50 leads

    +85%

    higher is better

    • Canon EOS R1006.5 fps
    • Canon EOS R5012 fps

  • Viewfinder magnification

    Canon EOS R50 leads

    +61%

    higher is better

    • Canon EOS R1000.59 x
    • Canon EOS R500.95 x

  • Rear screen resolution

    Canon EOS R50 leads

    +56%

    higher is better

    • Canon EOS R1001.04 M dots
    • Canon EOS R501.62 M dots

Features not all of them have

USB charging & power delivery

  • Canon EOS R100✕
  • Canon EOS R50✓

Where each one wins

  • Canon EOS R100

    • Screen size
    • Weight

  • Canon EOS R50

    • Effective pixels
    • Native ISO maximum
    • Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    • Continuous shooting (electronic)
    • 4K max frame rate
    • 4K max frame rate (full width)
    • Video bit depth
    • Viewfinder magnification
    • Screen articulation
    • Rear screen resolution
    • Battery life
    • USB charging & power delivery

What both have

  • Lens mountCanon RF
  • Sensor formatAPS-C
  • In-body image stabilization0 stops
  • Sensor typeCMOS
  • Aspect ratios3:2, 4:3, 1:1, 16:9
  • Max mechanical shutter speed4,000 1/s
  • Max video resolution4K
  • Raw video recordingNone
  • Viewfinder resolution2.36 M dots
  • Memory card slots1 slots
  • Weather sealingNone
  • Width116.3 mm
  • Height85.5 mm
  • Depth68.8 mm
  • Minimum operating temperature0 °C
  • HDMI port typeMicro

Every spec

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SpecCanon EOS R100Canon EOS R50
Overview

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Overview specs

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Release dateNot publishedNot published
Launch priceNot published679.99 USD1
Lens mountCanon RFCanon RF
High resolution pixel-shift modeNot publishedNot published
Sensor & Image

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Sensor & Image specs

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Effective pixels24.1 MP24.2 MP
Sensor formatAPS-CAPS-C
Native ISO maximum12,800 ISO232,000 ISO
In-body image stabilization0 stops30 stops4
Sensor readout speedNot publishedNot published
Sensor typeCMOSCMOS
Aspect ratios3:2, 4:3, 1:1, 16:93:2, 4:3, 1:1, 16:9
Lens & Autofocus

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Lens & Autofocus specs

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Continuous shooting (mechanical)6.5 fps12 fps
Continuous shooting (electronic)0 fps515 fps
Max mechanical shutter speed4,000 1/s4,000 1/s
Pre-burst capture durationNot published0 s6
AF subject detectionHumanHuman, animal, bird, vehicle
Video

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Max video resolution4K4K
4K max frame rate25 fps29.97 fps
Video codecsH.264H.264, HEVC
4K max frame rate (full width)0 fps729.97 fps
Raw video recordingNoneNone8
Video bit depth8 bit10 bit9
Log profile supportNoNo10
Video dynamic range (log)Not publishedNot published
Viewfinder & Screen

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Viewfinder & Screen specs

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Viewfinder resolution2.36 M dots2.36 M dots
Viewfinder magnification0.59 x110.95 x
Screen size3 in2.95 in
Screen articulationFixedFully articulated
Rear screen resolution1.04 M dots1.62 M dots
Handling & Power

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Handling & Power specs

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Battery life430 shots440 shots12
Memory card slots1 slots1 slots
Weather sealingNoneNone13
Weight356 g14375 g15
Width116.3 mm116.3 mm
Height85.5 mm85.5 mm
Depth68.8 mm68.8 mm
USB charging & power deliveryNo16Yes17
Minimum operating temperature0 °C0 °C18
Headphone portNoNo19
HDMI port typeMicroMicro
Notes on 19 values — test conditions and caveats
  1. 1Canon EOS R50, Launch price: US RRP at launch as listed by Trusted Reviews; the page does not state whether it is body-only.
  2. 2Canon EOS R100, Native ISO maximum: ISO 25600 (H) is an expanded setting, not a native sensitivity.
  3. 3Canon EOS R100, In-body image stabilization: No in-body stabilization; shake correction relies on IS lenses or Movie Digital IS.
  4. 4Canon EOS R50, In-body image stabilization: No in-body stabilisation; shake control relies on lens IS or Movie Digital IS.
  5. 5Canon EOS R100, Continuous shooting (electronic): The electronic (silent) shutter does not support continuous shooting on this camera.
  6. 6Canon EOS R50, Pre-burst capture duration: No pre-capture mode appears anywhere in Canon's official R50 specifications, so it is treated as absent.
  7. 7Canon EOS R100, 4K max frame rate (full width): All 4K recording uses a ~1.6x centre crop, so no full-width 4K mode exists.
  8. 8Canon EOS R50, Raw video recording: Canon lists only MP4 recording with H.264 or HEVC; no raw video is offered internally or externally.
  9. 9Canon EOS R50, Video bit depth: Standard Rec.709 recording is 8-bit; 10-bit output requires HDR PQ to be switched on.
  10. 10Canon EOS R50, Log profile support: No Canon Log profile; HDR PQ (a PQ gamma curve) is available instead, which is not a log curve.
  11. 11Canon EOS R100, Viewfinder magnification: Canon's 0.95x is quoted with a 50mm lens on APS-C; in 35mm-equivalent terms it is 0.59x.
  12. 12Canon EOS R50, Battery life: CIPA test with the supplied LP-E17 in power-saving mode; viewfinder shooting is rated at about 310 shots.
  13. 13Canon EOS R50, Weather sealing: Canon's own spec sheet also lists water/dust resistance as not provided, so treat the body as unsealed.
  14. 14Canon EOS R100, Weight: CIPA weight: body with battery and memory card, without lens.
  15. 15Canon EOS R50, Weight: Black body with battery and card per CIPA; the white version is 376 g with battery and card.
  16. 16Canon EOS R100, USB charging & power delivery: The battery must be charged in the external LC-E17E charger; no USB power delivery.
  17. 17Canon EOS R50, USB charging & power delivery: USB-C charging works with the supplied LP-E17; unauthenticated third-party batteries may not charge.
  18. 18Canon EOS R50, Minimum operating temperature: Rated operating range is 0–40 °C at up to 85% humidity.
  19. 19Canon EOS R50, Headphone port: Canon's full port list covers USB-C, mic-in, HDMI micro and the shoe only — no headphone jack.

Handling and Display

The Canon EOS R50 takes the lead for vlogging and creative angles thanks to its fully articulated screen and higher 1.62 M dot rear resolution, whereas the EOS R100 uses a fixed display. While both bodies feature a 1-slot memory card design, the EOS R50 adds convenient USB-C charging for the battery.

For travellers seeking a lightweight setup, the EOS R100 weighs slightly less at 356 g compared to the 375 g black body of the R50. Neither camera includes in-body image stabilization or weather sealing, so shake control relies on lens stabilization and you must keep the bodies dry.

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Handling and Display

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Autofocus and Speed

Action shooters will find the Canon EOS R50 far more capable thanks to animal, bird, and vehicle subject detection alongside human tracking. The EOS R100 restricts subject detection strictly to humans.

Continuous shooting speeds heavily favour the R50, which reaches 12 fps mechanically and 15 fps using its electronic shutter. The EOS R100 tops out at 6.5 fps mechanically and offers zero continuous shooting with its electronic shutter.

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Autofocus and Speed

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Video Performance

Both cameras capture 4K video, but the Canon EOS R50 records at a smoother 29.97 fps compared to the 25 fps limit on the EOS R100. All 4K footage on the R100 relies on a ~1.6x centre crop, and the camera outputs strictly 8-bit video.

Stepping up to the R50 brings H.264 and HEVC codecs alongside 10-bit color output when HDR PQ is active. Neither model includes a headphone port or log profile support.

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Video Performance

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The Verdict

Buy the Canon EOS R100 if you want a lightweight, straightforward stills camera on a strict budget. Buy the Canon EOS R50 if you need advanced subject tracking, faster burst rates, and articulated video features.

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Verdict

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Where to buy

  • Canon EOS R100

    Best for Budget-conscious photographers wanting a lightweight, simple stills body.

  • Canon EOS R50

    Best for Content creators and action shooters needing fast bursts and versatile video.

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FAQ

Can I charge the Canon EOS R100 via USB?

No, the EOS R100 requires its battery to be charged externally in the LC-E17E charger and does not support USB power delivery.

Do either of these cameras feature in-body image stabilization?

Neither camera features in-body image stabilization. Both rely entirely on lens IS or Movie Digital IS for shake correction.

What is the maximum ISO sensitivity for these cameras?

The EOS R100 features a native maximum of 12,800 ISO, while the EOS R50 reaches a native maximum of 32,000 ISO.

Can I plug headphones into the EOS R50 for monitoring audio?

No, the EOS R50 does not include a headphone jack among its ports.

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