Canon EOS R50 V
Canon · Mirrorless · 24.2 MP · APS-C · 6K video
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What We Like
+Compact, lightweight video-first design ideal for vlogging and content creation
+Powerful 24.2MP APS-C sensor with excellent image quality and Canon color science
+4K 60p video capability with advanced Cinema EOS features (Canon Log 3, false color, zebras)
+Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with reliable face/eye/subject detection and tracking
+Multiple streaming options (USB-C, HDMI, Live Switcher, Camera Connect app)
+Dual tripod mounts and front record button optimized for vertical and hands-free shooting
Worth Knowing
−No electronic viewfinder; reliance on LCD screen makes outdoor shooting less comfortable
−4K 60p requires significant 1.56x crop that limits wide-angle framing
−Limited native RF-S lens options compared to established DSLR ecosystems
−Heavy rolling shutter in video mode affects fast-moving subjects and camera pans
General | |
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About This CameraThe Canon EOS R50 V is a small mirrorless camera designed for vloggers and consumers looking to take video, built around the same 24MP APS-C sensor found in the more stills-oriented EOS R50. The camera fuses the form factor of the standard R50 with the functionality of Canon's cine cameras—everything from tally lamps and aspect markers to log modes. The R50 V is a solid video camera, but is let down by its heavy crop to achieve 4K 60p and slow rolling shutter. For content creators prioritizing compact design and integrated video features at an entry-level price point, this is a compelling option. | |
| Brand | Canon |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. | Mar 2025 |
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. | 2025 |
| Camera type |  Mirrorless |
Sensor | |
| Type | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS |
| Image Processor | DIGIC X |
| ISO | 100-32,000 (expandable to 51,200 for stills), 100-12,800 (expandable to 16,000-25,600 for movies) |
Video | |
| Max Resolution | 4K UHD 60p (with 1.56x crop), 4K 30p (6K oversampled, full-width), Full HD 120p |
| Color Depth | 10-bit 4:2:2 |
| Recording Formats | XF-AVC S, XF-HEVC S |
| Log Modes | Canon Log 3, HLG, PQ, Canon709 |
| Features | False Color, Zebras, Cinema View (2.35:1 aspect ratio), Movie IS, Smooth Skin mode, Close-up Demo mode, Slow/Fast motion recording |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |  6K |
Autofocus | |
| System | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II |
| Modes | Face/Eye/Head/Body detection, Animal detection (Dogs, Cats, Birds, Horses), Vehicle detection (Racing cars, Motorcycles, Aircraft, Trains), Spot AF, 1-point AF, Flexible Zone AF |
| Coverage | 651 zones/4503 positions for stills, 527 zones/3713 positions for movies |
Shutter | |
| Electronic | 1/8000s |
| First Curtain Electronic | 1/4000s |
| X Sync | 1/250s (electronic, 1st curtain only) |
Continuous shooting | |
| First Curtain Electronic | 12 fps |
| Silent Electronic | 15 fps with RAW over 2 seconds |
ISO | |
| Stills | 100-32,000 (expandable to 51,200) |
| Video | 100-12,800 (expandable to 16,000-25,600) |
Display | |
| Type | 3.0-inch vari-angle touchscreen |
| Dots | 1,040,000 |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
Build | |
| Screen | 3.0-inch 1,040,000-dot vari-angle touchscreen LCD |
| Design Features | Front record button, vertical and horizontal tripod mounts, zoom lever for Power Zoom lenses, tally light, side-mounted SD card slot |
Audio | |
| Input | 3.5mm stereo mini-jack (external microphone) |
| Output | 3.5mm stereo mini-jack (headphone) |
| Microphone Array | 3-microphone array with noise reduction |
| Recording | LPCM 24-bit, 4-channel audio |
Connectivity | |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 5 GHz/2.4 GHz, Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Ports | USB-C (UVC/UAC streaming, charging), Micro-HDMI, 3.5mm microphone jack, 3.5mm headphone jack, Multi-function accessory shoe |
| Streaming | Live Switcher Mobile app, Camera Connect app, HDMI streaming, USB UVC/UAC |
Battery | |
| Type | LP-E17 |
| Life | Approx. 480 shots (LCD) |
Mode dial | |
| Video Modes | 7 video-focused modes |
| Features | Auto, Manual, Scene (Close-up Demo, Smooth Skin), Movie IS, Slow/Fast motion, stills mode |
Optics | |
| Lens Compatibility | RF and RF-S lenses natively; EF/EF-S with Mount Adapter |
| Crop Factor | 1.6x (APS-C) |
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. | 24.2 MP050 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |  APS-C |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Canon RF |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. | None |
Performance | |
| Continuous Shooting | 12 fps (first-curtain electronic), 15 fps (silent electronic shutter) |
| Buffer | RAW: 59 frames, JPEG: 140 frames |
| Shutter Speed | 1/8000 (electronic), 1/4000 (first-curtain electronic), 1/250 X-Sync |
| Battery Life | Approx. 480 shots (at 23°C) |
Recording | |
| Audio | 3-microphone array, supports 24-bit 4-channel LPCM recording via multi-function shoe |
| Recording Time | Up to 2 hours at 4K 60p |
| Media | UHS-II SD card slot |
Features | |
| Screen size | 3.0" |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |  Yes |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |  Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |  Yes |
Storage & Battery | |
| Dual memory card slots | No |