How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Canon
Canon EOS R100 vs Canon EOS R50
Short AnswerCanon EOS R100 wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionCanon EOS R50
Autofocus PointsCanon EOS R50
Battery LifeCanon EOS R100
WeightCanon EOS R100
Launch PriceCanon EOS R100
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A24.1
B24.2
Battery (Shots)
A320
B310
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A356
B375
AF Points
A143
B651
Form Factor
116.3 × 85.5 × 68.8 mm
116.3 × 85.5 × 68.8 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Canon EOS R100 If…
- Higher battery life (320 shots vs 310 shots)
- Lighter body (356 g vs 375 g)
- Costs less at launch ($480 vs $680)
Choose Canon EOS R50 If…
- Higher resolution (24.2 MP vs 24.1 MP)
- Higher autofocus points (651 vs 143 )
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Canon EOS R100 | Canon EOS R50 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Megapixels | 24.1 MP | 24.2 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 12800 | 32000 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 143 | 651 |
| Low-Light AF | -4 EV | -4 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 6.5 fps | 12 fps |
| Electronic Burst | — | 15 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/4000 | 1/4000 |
| Fastest Electronic Shutter | — | 1/8000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | 2.36M | 2.36M |
| LCD Size | 3" | 3" |
| LCD Type | Fixed | Vari-angle |
| Video | ||
| Body | ||
| Weight | 356 g | 375 g |
| Card Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 320 Shots | 310 Shots |
| Launch Price | 480 | 680 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.