Canon EOS R50 (2023)
An entry-level APS-C mirrorless camera built for content creators, with a focus on intuitive video and livestreaming features
Overview
The Canon EOS R50 is an entry-level APS-C mirrorless camera with a video-first design. It targets active content creators looking to upgrade from smartphones. It shares core imaging components with the more advanced EOS R10 but costs less, with fewer convenience features. Ease of use is the focus, and the automatic modes let you capture photos and videos quickly. The body is compact and light, about 328 g with battery and memory card. A dedicated movie mode dial and one-touch buttons handle recording and livestreaming. Reviewers noted sharp results and excellent performance in automatic modes.
Specifications
| Sensor size | APS-C size (approx. 22.3 x 14.9 mm) CMOS sensor |
| Effective Pixels | Approx. 24.2 megapixels |
| Image Processor | DIGIC X |
| ISO Speed | Still images: ISO 100-32000 (expandable to H: 51200) |
| Shutter Speed | 1/4000 sec. to 30 sec., Bulb |
| Continuous Shooting | Electronic shutter: Max. approx. 15 fps |
| Autofocus System | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II |
| AF Coverage | Up to 100% (Horizontal) x 100% (Vertical) area |
| Video Recording | 4K UHD 29.97p/25.00p/23.98p (6K oversampled) |
| Video Recording | Full HD 119.88p/100.00p |
| Video capabilities | uncropped 4K video, slow motion at 120fps, and even Cinema EOS features like Canon Log 3, HDR recording, and false colors |
| Viewfinder | 0.39 type OLED EVF, Approx. 2.36 million dots |
| LCD Monitor | 3.0 type TFT colour LCD (touch panel), Approx. 1.62 million dots |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi (IEEE802.11b/g/n), Bluetooth 4.2 (Low Energy) |
| Battery | LP-E17 |
| Battery Life (Viewfinder) | Approx. 230 shots |
| Battery Life (LCD) | Approx. 370 shots |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 116.3 x 85.5 x 68.8 mm |
| Weight (Body Only) | Approx. 328 g (including battery and memory card) |
| Weight (Body Only, Excluding Battery/Card) | Approx. 292 g |
Design
The EOS R50 has a video-first design with a vertical shooting layout, aimed at smartphone-style content creation. It has a dedicated movie mode dial and one-touch buttons for livestreaming and color filters. The tripod socket is positioned with social media platforms like TikTok in mind. The body is ultra compact and ultralight - so light it feels like a toy. It has a 0.39-type OLED EVF with approximately 2.36 million dots, though the finder is dimmer than the one on the EOS R10.
Market
At launch, the Canon EOS R50 was priced at $729 for the body and $849 with the RF-S 18-45mm IS STM lens. The white variant was available for $699 (body) at Amazon and $799 with the matching white lens. Used bodies can be found for around $525. A service notice exists for free repair of certain black EOS R50 units, which points to a known issue affecting specific serial numbers. Buyers are advised to check for sealed boxes and buy from authorized dealers.
Market Value
┌──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ │ CANON EOS R50 Nov 2026 │ ├──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤ │ High $800 Latest $542 │ │ Median $610 Trend — │ │ Low $500 Volume ~25/mo │ ├──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤ │ $800 ┤ │ │ │ . .. .. │ │ │ . ...... . . ..│ │ $629 ┤ .. . . ......... .│ │ │. ........ . │ │ │ . ......... ..│ │ │ .. . │ │ $400 ┤ │ │ ├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────│ │ vol │▁ ▁▁▁ ▁ ▁ ▁ ▁▅▅█▅▇▇▅▂ ▁ ▇▁│ │ └─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────│ │ 2026-02 2026-05 2026-08│ └──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
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