Canon is making moves at the top of its EOS mirrorless camera range with the introduction of the flagship EOS R1 and the king of versatility, the EOS R5 Mark II. These two cameras crown the EOS lineup and feature the most powerful processing, next-generation AF, and improved recording capabilities across both models.
- 24MP Full-Frame Stacked BSI CMOS Sensor
- DIGIC Accelerator + DIGIC X Processing
- Cross-Type Dual Pixel Intelligent AF
- Improved Eye Control AF
- 6K 60 Raw & 4K 120 10-Bit Internal Video
- Up to 40 fps, Pre-Continuous Shoot Mode
- 9.44m-Dot 0.9x EVF, OVF Sim. View Assist
- 3.2" Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD
- Vertical Grip, 2x CFexpress Type B Slots
- Wi-Fi 6E, 2.5G Base-T Wired Ethernet
Sports photographers, wildlife shooters, news, and photojournalists—the incredibly fast R1 camera is designed for those shooters who can’t afford to miss the shot. Offering the most processing in EOS history along with the most persistent subject tracking and detection, the R1 is a camera that will lock onto your subject and keep it in sharp focus no matter how quickly they’re moving.
The R1 also has the operability, connectivity, and networking assets professional shooters are looking for, including a robust, weather-sealed design with integrated vertical grip, Wi-Fi 6E/Wi-Fi 6 support, and 2.5GBade-T wired LAN.
The EOS R1 is built for speed, offering a staggering 40 fps top continuous shooting rate with an electronic shutter that also promotes blackout-free viewing and greatly reduced rolling shutter distortion. The R1 uses a full-frame 24.2MP back-illuminated stacked CMOS sensor, providing up to ISO 102400 sensitivity, and also makes use of neural network noise reduction for high clarity and sharpness. The R1 also introduces the new Pre-Continuous Shooting mode, which can buffer up to 20 frames prior to fully pressing the shutter—helping to ensure you never miss the shot.
- Up to 40 fps Shooting with Electronic Shutter or 12 fps with Mechanical Shutter
- Pre-Continuous Shooting Buffers Up to 20 Frames when Shutter is Half-Pressed
- In-Camera Upscaling for Approximately 96MP Files
- Auto-Exposure and Auto White Balance Modes use Deep Learning
- Coordinated Image Stabilization Pairs IBIS with Lens-Based IS
- Supports Anti-Flicker and High-Frequency Anti-Flicker Shooting
Featuring the most powerful processor in EOS history, the R1 sports new DIGIC Accelerator processing, which pairs with the proven DIGIC X and the stacked sensor design for tremendously fast readout speeds and the ability to instantly perform image analysis and AE/AF detection. The DIGIC Accelerator is key to the R1’s autofocus performance, adding refined subject detection and subject tracking capabilities. This Dual Pixel Intelligent AF system is a cross-type AF system built to lock onto moving subjects, thanks to an Action Priority setting, and works in conjunction with improved Eye Control AF.
- Processor Now Analyzes Ball, Joint, Torso, Action, and Head Information for Tracking
- Persistent Tracking Even When Similar Subjects Cross
- Action Priority Instantly Recognizes Soccer, Basketball, and Volleyball Activities
- Eye Control AF Detects Approximately 2x Faster than EOS R3
- Pre-Registered Person Priority to Detect and Track Specific People
- Cross-Type AF System Excels in Variety of Lighting Conditions
Despite its presence at capturing stills, the EOS R1 touts strong video capabilities and supports an integrated workflow with Cinema EOS shooters. The R1 supports up to 6K 60p raw recording or 4K 60p MP4 recording using a 6K oversampling area with 10-bit 4:2:2 sampling. Proxy recording is possible with split saving to separate memory cards and there are a host of in-camera custom picture profiles, including Canon Log2, 3, PQ, and HLG.
- 6K 60p Raw Internal Recording Using Full Sensor Width
- 4K 60p Normal LGOP Recording for Approx. 120 Minutes
- 4K 120p and FHD 240p High-Speed Options
- Raw and XF-HEVC S/XF-AVC S Formats
- Full-Size HDMI Type-A for External Recording
- LPCM 24-Bit/4Ch Audio
Built for professional use in the most trying situations, the R1 is robust and intuitive to use, while also being well-connected for sharing your files in an instant. The body features a magnesium alloy exterior that’s dust- and water-resistant; it measures 0.7" shorter than the EOS-1D X Mark III and weighs 2.1 lb—more than half a pound less than its SLR predecessor. It has a high-resolution, high-magnification electronic viewfinder, larger rear vari-angle screen, and sports dual CFexpress Type B memory card slots. For connectivity, it’s the first EOS with Wi-Fi 6E/Wi-Fi 6 wireless support and the first with 2.5G Base-T wired LAN support.
- Weather-Sealed Magnesium Alloy Design
- 9.44m-Dot 0.9x-Magnification EVF; 3x Brighter than R3
- OVF Sim. View Assist Function
- 3.2" Touchscreen LCD with Vari-Angle Design
- Dual CFexpress Type-B Memory Card Slots
- 6 GHz 802.11ax Wi-Fi, 2.5G Base-T Wired LAN, image.canon & Frame.io Support
- 45MP Full-Frame Stacked BSI CMOS Sensor
- DIGIC Accelerator Processing
- Dual Pixel AF, Eye Control AF
- 8K 60 Raw/4K 60 SRAW & 4K 120 10-Bit Video
- Up to 30 fps, Pre-Continuous Shoot Mode
- 5.76m-Dot 0.76x EVF, OVF Sim. View Assist
- 3.2" Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD
- In-Camera Upscaling to 179MP
- CFexpress & SD UHS-II Memory Card Slots
- Wi-Fi 6E/Wi-Fi 6 Support
Built for versatility, the R5 Mark II suits a wide range of creators on both sides of the image-making spectrum. Its resolution makes it an ideal choice for Landscape photography; upgraded AF and multimedia tools make it perfect for Portrait and Weddings shooters; improved shooting speeds, faster processing, and the refined AF make it perfectly suitable for Wildlife and Sports photography; and it’s a true hybrid mirrorless camera with excellent Video capabilities.
EOS R5 Mark II |
EOS R5 |
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Full-Frame 45MP BSI Stacked CMOS |
Sensor |
Full-Frame 45MP FSI CMOS |
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DIGIC X with DIGIC Accelerator Co-Processor |
Processor |
DIGIC X |
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Dual Pixel CMOS AF Eye Control AF Action Priority Pre-Registered People Priority |
Autofocus |
Dual Pixel CMOS AF |
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30 fps with Electronic Shutter 12 fps with Mechanical Shutter Pre-Continuous Shooting for 15 Frames |
Continuous Shooting |
20 fps with Electronic Shutter 12 fps with Mechanical Shutter |
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8K 60 Raw 4K S-RAW 4K 120, FHD 240 |
Video |
8K 30 Raw 4K 120 |
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5.76m-Dot OLED, 0.76x-Magnification, 24mm Eye Point |
Viewfinder |
5.76m-Dot OLED, 0.76x-Magnification, 23mm Eye Point |
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3.2” 2.1m-Dot Vari-Angle |
Rear Monitor |
3.2” 2.1m-Dot Vari-Angle |
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1 x CFexpress Type B 1 x SD UHS-II |
Memory Cards |
1 x CFexpress Type B 1 x SD UHS-II |
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USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2) HDMI Type-A (Full-Size) 3.5mm Headphone and Mic Ports |
Ports |
USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 2) HDMI Type-D (Micro) 3.5mm Headphone and Mic Ports |
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LP-E6P |
Power |
LP-E6NH |
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Battery Grip BG-R20 Battery Grip BG-R20EP Cooling Fan CF-R20EP |
Battery Grip Options |
Battery Grip BG-R10 |
The EOS R5 Mark II is a camera that appeals to a wide range of image-makers and one of its main calling cards is the high-resolution 45MP full-frame sensor. Upgraded from its predecessor, this sensor has a back-illuminated stacked design that affords both high-speed readout and improved image quality and clarity. Sensitivity up to ISO 51200 suits working in low-light while Neural Network Noise Reduction keeps images clean and vivid. In-Camera Upscaling can also be used to produce 179MP stills and the sensor has also been tuned to suppress flicker for photographing under fluorescents and LEDs.
- Newly Developed 45MP BSI Stacked CMOS Sensor
- Deep Learning for In-Camera Upscaling and Neural Network Noise Reduction
- Auto-Exposure and Auto White Balance Modes use Deep Learning
- 8.5 Stop Coordinated Image Stabilization Pairs IBIS with Lens-Based IS
- Supports Anti-Flicker and High-Frequency Anti-Flicker Shooting
- Flash Photography Supported with Electronic Shutter, up to 1/250 sec. Sync
Despite being a high-resolution camera, the R5 Mark II is also impressively quick—able to shoot at up to 30 fps using an electronic shutter and featuring Canon’s Pre-Continuous Shooting mode, which can buffer up to 15 frames prior to fully pressing the shutter—helping to ensure you never miss a fleeting moment. The new stacked sensor design and DIGIC Accelerator processing also provide tremendously fast readout speeds and the ability to instantly perform image analysis and AE/AF detection. The DIGIC Accelerator levels up the R5 Mark II’s autofocus performance to be nearly on par with the flagship, adding refined subject detection and subject tracking capabilities for even greater versatility.
- Up to 30 fps Shooting with Electronic Shutter or 12 fps with Mechanical Shutter
- Pre-Continuous Shooting Buffers Up to 15 Frames when Shutter is Half-Pressed
- Persistent Tracking Even When Similar Subjects Cross
- Action Priority Instantly Recognizes Soccer, Basketball, and Volleyball Activities
- Eye Control AF Detects Approximately 2x Faster than EOS R3
- Pre-Registered Person Priority to Detect and Track Specific People
A true hybrid camera, the R5 Mark II excels as a video camera and leverages its high-resolution sensor to produce up to 8K 60 raw video along with a new 4K SRAW recording mode for easier file handling. Recording times up to 120 minutes are possible at 4K 60 settings and below or, if paired with an optional grip, larger recording formats or longer recording times are possible. Proxy recording is possible with split saving to separate memory cards and there are a host of in-camera custom picture profiles, including Canon Log2, 3, PQ, and HLG.
- 8K 60p Raw & 4K 60p SRAW Internal Recording Using Full Sensor Width
- 4K 120p and FHD 240p High-Speed Options
- Raw and XF-HEVC S/XF-AVC S Formats
- Full-Size HDMI Type-A for External Recording
- LPCM 24-Bit/4Ch Audio
- Integrated Waveform Monitor, False Color & Zebra Display, Tally Lamp
As flexible as its recording capabilities, the R5 Mark II has a robust design that’s also relatively compact and lightweight for everyday use. The body has the same dust- and water-resistant build as its predecessor, the R5, but features a new brighter and clearer electronic viewfinder. There’s also the larger rear vari-angle screen, and dual CFexpress Type B and UHS-II SD memory card slots. For connectivity, it’s the first EOS with Wi-Fi 6E/Wi-Fi 6 wireless support.
- Weather-Sealed Magnesium Alloy Design
- 5.76m-Dot 0.76x-Magnification EVF; Same as the R3
- OVF Sim. View Assist Function
- 3.2" Touchscreen LCD with Vari-Angle Design
- CFexpress Type-B and UHS-II SD Memory Card Slots
- New Higher-Capacity LP-E6P Lithium-Ion Battery
Extending the capabilities of the R5 Mark II, Canon is also releasing a trio of battery grips to add even more features to the camera, depending on your needs.
- Battery Grip BG-R20: A standard vertical grip accepts a second battery for longer shooting times and provides an additional set of physical controls for shooting vertically.
- Battery Grip BG-R20EP: A vertical grip with Ethernet takes the Standard Grip's design and adds a 2.5G Base-T Ethernet port for wired LAN file transferring—perfect for working shooters needing to offload and transfer files quickly.
- Cooling Fan CF-R20EP: A Cooling Fan + Ethernet Grip is built for video users and trades in the vertical controls for an active cooling fan to extend video recording times. This model also includes a 2.5G Base-T Ethernet port for wired LAN transferring.
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This is my initial review of the new Canon R1, based only upon what was revealed in the past 24 hours, as compared to my Canon R3 bodies:
Early this morning I watched the 3am, official Canon R1 (flagship) launch video, plus two people's leak videos of Canon's R1 specs, as translated into English from a Chinese-language, supposedly confidential, internal Canon R1 spec sheet that had been posted online and then quickly taken down.
Several key features and specs were revealed, between the three videos:
- The price is $6,300 (less than I was anticipating it would cost). As a viable alternative, the R3 continues being heavily discounted. Recently I've seen them advertised for as low as $3,500., although the current lowest price that I've seen is $4,000.
- Before the shutter release is fully pressed, the R1 can be preset to pre-record several seconds of stills or video, if the shutter button is half pressed.
- 17MP JPEGs can now be shot WHILE RECORDING VIDEOS. The ability to shoot several stills while video is being recorded is a feature that my pro-Nikon DSLRs (D4S and D5) had. It is a an important feature that I would really like to have again. This feature alone means that, at some point, I will buy a Canon R1.
- The Canon R1 has two CF Express Type-B cards, instead of the one CF Express card and one SDXC card that my Canon R3s have. My final two pro-Nikon DSLRs (before I sold them and switched to shooting Canon after 50 years!) also used to have two identical, high-speed memory card drives. I liked that because they enabled me to record the exact same things to both cards at the same time, in case one failed. I cannot record RAW images of the same size files to the SDXC card because the SDXC drive records more slowly, so doing so would significantly slow down bursts and quick successions of shots. Instead, to maintain my shot speed, I can only record Large JPEGs to the SDXC (backup) drive. However, as much as I thought I preferred having cameras with two CF Express Type-B drives/cards, having cameras with an SDXC drive enabled me to instantly deliver large JPEGs to my new client earlier this month. His computer did not have a CF Express Type-B card reader, nor could he open Canon RAW images, so I let him copy my hundreds of Large JPEGs from my SDXC cards to his computer, which he then viewed to choose photos immediately to post on their social media. If he had not been able to do that, he would not have bought several hundred dollars worth of photos from me. I do not think that transferring hundreds of Large JPEGs in bulk via WiFi from my Canon R3 cameras to his computer would have been a practical alternative.
The Canon R1 apparently has somewhat improved (less noise) low light/high ISO (100,000 ISO) performance.
The Canon R1 has an improved, zero blackout viewfinder.
The Canon R1 has improved eye control (I've never used the earlier version of that feature on my R3 cameras, due to my wearing glasses).
Noise reduction can now be performed in a few seconds inside the Canon R1, on-demand as needed, after the images are shot, with the resultant images being saved as JPEGs. In other words, this means that shots can have noise reduction applied in-camera, instead of later, which would require editing the photos using editing software in a computer, after downloading them. I use Adobe Lightroom Classic's new DeNoise feature, or Topaz' Photo AI — except when the photos have text, which Photo AI still distorts. Unless noise reduction could be done simultaneously in the Canon R1 as the photos are being shot, this new feature would not be something that I would probably use.
The Canon R1 is slightly larger than the R3.
The Canon R1 has a much higher maximum flash synch speed: 1/400th of a second versus 1/180th of a second by the Canon R3. This should permit blur-free flash shots when the subject (or the camera) is quickly moving.
The Canon R1 has better video specs.
I want a Canon R1.
Jan