Canon EOS R5

Still photographers will find little at fault with the high-resolution Canon EOS R5, but heat management issues will leave video-first creatives looking elsewhere.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
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MSRP: $3,699.00

Product details

  • High Image Quality featuring a New 45 Megapixel Full-frame CMOS Sensor..Working Temperature Range : 32–104°F / 0–+40°C, Working Humidity Range 85% or less
  • DIGIC X Image Processor with an ISO range of 100-51200; Expandable to 102400x1.
  • High-speed continuous shooting of up to 12 fps with Mechanical Shutter and up to 20 fps electronic (silent) shutter.
  • Dual pixel CMOS AF covering approx. 100% area with 1,053 AF areas.
  • Subject tracking of people and animals using deep learning technology.
  • Dual Memory Card Slots
  • Compatible with RF5.2mm F2.8 L Dual Fisheye lens
  • In-body Image Stabilizer High Resolution Shot  Using the EOS R5 with firmware 1.8.1 or later, the IBIS High Resolution shot mode can create 400 megapixel (approx.) files in camera, without the need for external software. This feature can be used for some specific situations when a high-resolution file with fine detail is required. Examples include art reproduction and building signage.

PROS

+ Superb 45MP full-frame sensor
+ Fast, accurate autofocus
+ Subject tracking at up to 20fps
+ Big, brilliant EVF
+ Swing-out touch LCD
+ 5-axis IBIS
+ CFexpress and UHS-II SDXC card support
+ 8K and 4K video look great

CONS

- Video record time limited by heat
- Expensive CFexpress memory required for some features
- Battery life could be better
- Lens system still has some room to grow
- Priced higher than competitors

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on August 27, 2020
Still photographers will find little at fault with the high-resolution Canon EOS R5, but heat management issues will leave video-first creatives looking elsewhere.
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By TechRadar on April 28, 2021
Canon's best ever stills camera, the EOS R5 is an incredibly powerful tool for almost every kind of photography. While that versatility doesn't quite extend to video, it is still a compelling hybrid option if you're aware of its limitations. The only major barrier for most of us is that price tag.
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By Pocket-Lint on October 11, 2021
This full-frame mirrorless camera is an absolute powerhouse, delivering top image quality, autofocus and in-body stabilisation performance.
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By Pocket-Lint on October 18, 2021
This full-frame mirrorless camera is an absolute powerhouse, delivering top image quality, autofocus and in-body stabilisation performance.
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By Pocket-Lint on October 18, 2021
This full-frame mirrorless camera is an absolute powerhouse, delivering top image quality, autofocus and in-body stabilisation performance.
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By Pocket-Lint on December 04, 2023
The Lumix S5IIX is a top choice for filmmaking, with high-fidelity codecs, a gorgeous 5.8K max resolution, and advanced autofocusing.
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