Canon
Canon EOS R50
The Canon EOS R50 is an interchangeable-lens mirrorless camera built around a 24.2 MP APS-C sensor and the Canon RF mount. It is designed for content creators and everyday photographers looking to step up from smartphone shooting.
- Launch price
- 679.99 USD
- Lens mount
- Canon RF
- Effective pixels
- 24.2 MP
- Sensor format
- APS-C
- In-body image stabilization
- 0 stops
- Continuous shooting (electronic)
- 15 fps
Image Quality and Speed
The camera delivers detailed stills using its 24.2 MP sensor and hits 15 fps for electronic continuous shooting to catch fast movement. You can capture sharp low-light shots using up to 32,000 ISO before needing extra light.
There is no in-body image stabilization built into the body, meaning blur reduction depends entirely on lens stabilization or Movie Digital IS. The body also lacks weather sealing, requiring caution if you shoot outdoors in the rain.
Video Capabilities
Video creators get uncropped 4K recording at 29.97 fps using H.264 or HEVC codecs. The system records in 10-bit color when you switch on HDR PQ, though standard Rec.709 recording defaults to 8-bit.
Projects requiring internal raw video recording or a dedicated Canon Log profile will need to look elsewhere, as neither option is available on the camera. Audio monitoring is limited because the port selection excludes a headphone jack.
Handling and Battery
Weighing 375 g with its battery and card, the R50 is light enough to carry all day. The 2.95-inch fully articulated screen makes vlogging and high-angle shooting easy.
You can expect up to 440 shots per charge during power-saving viewfinder use. USB-C charging lets you power up on the move using the supplied battery.
Full specs
Overview
- Release date
- Not published
- Launch price
- 679.99 USD
US RRP at launch as listed by Trusted Reviews; the page does not state whether it is body-only.
- Lens mount
- Canon RF
- High resolution pixel-shift mode
- Not published
Sensor & Image
- Effective pixels
- 24.2 MP
- Sensor format
- APS-C
- Native ISO maximum
- 32,000 ISO
- In-body image stabilization
- 0 stops
No in-body stabilisation; shake control relies on lens IS or Movie Digital IS.
- Sensor readout speed
- Not published
- Sensor type
- CMOS
- Aspect ratios
- 3:2, 4:3, 1:1, 16:9
Lens & Autofocus
- Continuous shooting (mechanical)
- 12 fps
- Continuous shooting (electronic)
- 15 fps
- Max mechanical shutter speed
- 4,000 1/s
- Pre-burst capture duration
- 0 s
No pre-capture mode appears anywhere in Canon's official R50 specifications, so it is treated as absent.
- AF subject detection
- Human, animal, bird, vehicle
Video
- Max video resolution
- 4K
- 4K max frame rate
- 29.97 fps
- Video codecs
- H.264, HEVC
- 4K max frame rate (full width)
- 29.97 fps
- Raw video recording
- None
Canon lists only MP4 recording with H.264 or HEVC; no raw video is offered internally or externally.
- Video bit depth
- 10 bit
Standard Rec.709 recording is 8-bit; 10-bit output requires HDR PQ to be switched on.
- Log profile support
- No
No Canon Log profile; HDR PQ (a PQ gamma curve) is available instead, which is not a log curve.
- Video dynamic range (log)
- Not published
Viewfinder & Screen
- Viewfinder resolution
- 2.36 M dots
- Viewfinder magnification
- 0.95 x
- Screen size
- 2.95 in
- Screen articulation
- Fully articulated
- Rear screen resolution
- 1.62 M dots
Handling & Power
- Battery life
- 440 shots
CIPA test with the supplied LP-E17 in power-saving mode; viewfinder shooting is rated at about 310 shots.
- Memory card slots
- 1 slots
- Weather sealing
- None
Canon's own spec sheet also lists water/dust resistance as not provided, so treat the body as unsealed.
- Weight
- 375 g
Black body with battery and card per CIPA; the white version is 376 g with battery and card.
- Width
- 116.3 mm
- Height
- 85.5 mm
- Depth
- 68.8 mm
- USB charging & power delivery
- Yes
USB-C charging works with the supplied LP-E17; unauthenticated third-party batteries may not charge.
- Minimum operating temperature
- 0 °C
Rated operating range is 0–40 °C at up to 85% humidity.
- Headphone port
- No
Canon's full port list covers USB-C, mic-in, HDMI micro and the shoe only — no headphone jack.
- HDMI port type
- Micro
The Verdict
The Canon EOS R50 suits beginners and vloggers who want an affordable, lightweight entry into the RF mount system with strong autofocus. Advanced videographers who need log profiles, headphone jacks, raw video, or weather sealing should consider stepping up to a more robust model.
FAQ
Does the Canon EOS R50 have in-body image stabilization?
No, it features 0 stops of in-body image stabilization and relies on lens-based IS or digital stabilization instead.
What is the maximum continuous shooting speed?
It reaches 12 fps using the mechanical shutter and 15 fps using the electronic shutter.
Can I record raw video on the R50?
No, raw video recording is not supported internally or externally.
Is the camera body weather-sealed?
No, water and dust resistance are not provided.
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