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EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera vs EOS R100 Mirrorless Camera

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

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.

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.

How they score

FactorEOS R50 Mirrorless CameraEOS R100 Mirrorless Camera
Ease of use91.5–
Portability9694
Battery life72.5–
Build quality76–
Video quality88–
Autofocus reliability94.5–
Value–96
Image Quality–82.5
Video Capability–65
Autofocus Performance–78

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

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

Specs side by side

SpecEOS R50 Mirrorless CameraEOS R100 Mirrorless Camera
UPC850073815717850073815076
ASINB0FKCR3LXGB0FGY9NPXH
GTIN850073815717850073815076
ZoomOptical ZoomOptical Zoom
BrandCanonCanon
ColorBlackCharcoal
Bit Depth10 Bit12 Bit
ISO Range100-25600–
Lens TypeStandard ZoomStandard Zoom
Focus ModeContinuous-Servo AF (AF-C)Automatic AF (AF-A), Manual Focus (MF)
Focus TypeAuto FocusAuto Focus
Frame Rate24, 30, 60–

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