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EOS R100 Mirrorless Camera vs EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera

Ravvy scores EOS R100 Mirrorless Camera at 82.98 and EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera at 89.16. EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera takes the overall pick, best for aspiring vloggers and social media creators seeking a lightweight travel setup..

Canon EOS R100 Mirrorless Camera with RF-S 18-45mm Lens Bundle w/ 18-45mm Lens

$599

The Canon EOS R100 is the best value entry point for new photographers who prioritize a lightweight setup over advanced video features.

Ravvy pick

Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera with 18-45mm Lens (5811C012) Bundle | For Photography & Video | APS-C Mirrorless Camera | 4K Video | Dual Pixel AF II + 64GB Memory Card + Camera Bag Black w/ 18-45mm L

$849

The Canon EOS R50 is the premier choice for smartphone upgraders and vloggers who prioritize elite autofocus and portability over manual tactile controls.

How they score

FactorEOS R100 Mirrorless CameraEOS R50 Mirrorless Camera
Value96–
Portability9496
Image Quality82.5–
Video Capability65–
Autofocus Performance78–
Ease of use–91.5
Battery life–72.5
Build quality–76
Video quality–88
Autofocus reliability–94.5

EOS R100 Mirrorless Camera

What owners praise

  • Lightweight and highly portable body
  • Excellent 24.1MP image quality for the price
  • Fast and reliable Dual Pixel CMOS AF for stills
  • Simple, intuitive menu system for beginners
  • Native compatibility with all Canon RF and RF-S lenses

What to know first

  • Fixed LCD screen lacks tilt or touch functionality
  • Significant sensor crop when recording 4K video
  • Slower burst shooting compared to higher-end R-series models
  • Lacks in-body image stabilization

Skip it if professional videographers or those needing a tilting touchscreen

EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera

What owners praise

  • Exceptional Dual Pixel AF II subject tracking
  • Compact and lightweight for all-day handheld use
  • High-quality oversampled 4K video output
  • Intuitive touchscreen interface for beginners
  • Supports vertical video for social platforms

What to know first

  • No in-body image stabilization (relies on lens IS)
  • Battery life is shorter compared to larger R-series models
  • Single SD card slot limits professional backup options
  • Limited physical dials for advanced manual control

Skip it if professional filmmakers requiring in-body stabilization and dual card slots

Specs side by side

SpecEOS R100 Mirrorless CameraEOS R50 Mirrorless Camera
UPC850073815076850073815717
ASINB0FGY9NPXHB0FKCR3LXG
GTIN850073815076850073815717
ZoomOptical ZoomOptical Zoom
BrandCanonCanon
ColorCharcoalBlack
Bit Depth12 Bit10 Bit
Crop Mode3:2–
Lens TypeStandard ZoomStandard Zoom
Focus ModeAutomatic AF (AF-A), Manual Focus (MF)Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C)
Focus TypeAuto FocusAuto Focus
Generation11

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