The Canon EOS R50 is a new budget APS-C mirrorless camera with a 24MP sensor and RF mount. It is the successor to the EOS M50 Mark II, and it is the most recent budget RF-mount APS-C camera from Canon.
The EOS R50 has a number of advantages over its predecessor, including a more robust autofocus system and better image quality. However, it also has some disadvantages, such as a lack of third-party lens support and a limited selection of native RF-S lenses.
SPECS
- Sensor: 24MP APS-C CMOS sensor
- DIGIC X Image Processor
- Mount: RF mount (with adapter compatibility for EF/EF-S lenses)
- Autofocus: Improved Dual Pixel CMOS AF II for fast and accurate autofocus, even in low light
- Video: 4K video recording at up to 30 fps (oversampled from 6K), Full HD video recording at up to 120 fps
- Display: Vari-angle touchscreen LCD (3.0-inch)
- Viewfinder: 0.39-inch OLED electronic viewfinder (EVF)
- Wireless connectivity: Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- Battery: LP-E17 battery (same as EOS RP)
- Price: $679 USD for the body only or $799 USD in a kit with the RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens
PROS:
- Improved autofocus system compared to EOS M cameras
- Good image quality
- Compact and lightweight design
- Vari-angle touchscreen LCD for easy framing and selfies
- 4K video recording with good low-light performance
- Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for easy sharing and remote control
- Compatible with a wide range of EF and EF-S lenses via adapter
Cons:
- Limited selection of native RF-S lenses (as of April 2024)
- No third-party lens autofocus support currently
- Small buffer limits burst shooting speed
- No in-body image stabilization (IBIS)
Overall, the Canon EOS R50 is a good camera for beginners and hobbyists who are looking for a compact and affordable option. However, if you are looking for a camera with a wider selection of lenses, you may want to consider a Sony APS-C camera instead.
Stay tuned!