Canon EOS R50 vs Canon EOS R100
Canon EOS R50 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The EOS R50 is the better pick for travel, sports, vlogging.
Choose the EOS R50 for
- more resolution (24.2MP vs 24.1MP)
- faster bursts (15fps vs 6.5fps)
- a lower price (from £244)
Choose the EOS R100 for
- a lighter body (356g vs 375g)
Specs side by side
| Spec | EOS R50 | EOS R100 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | APS-C, 24.2MP | APS-C, 24.1MP |
| Mount | Canon RF-S (APS-C) | Canon RF-S (APS-C) |
| Released | 2023 | 2023 |
| Burst | 15 fps | 6.5 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 32,000 | 12,800 |
| Stabilisation | Lens only | Lens only |
| Video | 4K 30p | 4K 24p (crop) |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 375 g | 356 g |
| Battery | Canon LP-E17 | Canon LP-E12 |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-I) | SD (UHS-I) |
| New price | £729 | £379 |
| Used at MPB | £244–589 | £394–424 |
| Native lenses in our database | 36 (14 third-party) | 36 (14 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | EOS R50 |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | EOS R50 |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | EOS R50 |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
Both cameras use the Canon RF / RF-S mount, so lenses move between them. Batteries: Canon LP-E17 (about £45) vs Canon LP-E12 (about £50).
EOS R50 compatible lenses → · EOS R100 compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon EOS R50 better than the Canon EOS R100?
It depends on your priorities. The EOS R50 offers more resolution (24.2MP vs 24.1MP), faster bursts (15fps vs 6.5fps), a lower price (from £244); the EOS R100 offers a lighter body (356g vs 375g).
Which is better for video, the EOS R50 or the EOS R100?
They are closely matched for video (4K 30p vs 4K 24p (crop)); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the EOS R50 or the EOS R100?
The EOS R50 costs £729 new and from £244 used at MPB; the EOS R100 costs £379 new and from £394 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Canon EOS R50 lenses on the EOS R100?
Yes. Both use the Canon RF / RF-S mount.