Canon's EOS R50 V mirrorless camera targets video creators who prioritize compact designs with interchangeable lenses. For anyone looking to enhance video quality and flexibility, this camera offers features designed specifically to address common challenges faced when filming.
Coming to you from Gordon Laing with Camera Labs, this straightforward video explores the Canon EOS R50 V's practicality for serious video work without overhyping features you won't need. The EOS R50 V includes a 24.2-megapixel APS-C sensor paired with Canon's RF lens mount, enabling high-quality image capture suitable for detailed video projects. Notably, it records uncropped oversampled 4K video at 30 fps and even handles 4K at 60 fps with a crop—valuable for creators aiming for smoother slow-motion sequences. Laing highlights the camera's fully articulating touchscreen, perfect for versatile shooting angles, though he points out the absence of a built-in electronic viewfinder might deter traditionalists.
Canon positions this camera clearly toward those heavily invested in video, with a control layout optimized accordingly. Out of eight mode dial options, seven are dedicated purely to video, leaving only one general setting for photography, reflecting a clear design decision by Canon. The EOS R50 V introduces a front-facing second record button, simplifying operations when you're filming yourself—ideal for vloggers or anyone frequently facing the camera. Audio connectivity is also upgraded, providing both microphone and headphone jacks, essential for reliable sound monitoring on set.
Key Specs
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Lens Mount: Canon RF
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Sensor Resolution: Effective 24.2 Megapixel (6,000 x 4,000)
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Sensor Type: 22.3 x 14.9 mm (APS-C) CMOS
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ISO Range: 100 to 32,000 (Extended: 51,200)
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Video Modes: UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps; Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 3/6/12/23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120 fps
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Recording Formats: XF-AVC S/XF-HEVC S, 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit
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Memory: Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
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Video Output: 1x Micro-HDMI
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Audio I/O: 1x 3.5 mm TRS Microphone Input, 1x 3.5 mm TRS Headphone Output
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Power/Other I/O: USB-C Input (shared with Data Output), Canon E3 Remote Input
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Wireless Connectivity: 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 4.2
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Display: 3-inch Articulating Touchscreen LCD, 1,040,000 Dot resolution
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Battery: LP-E17 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (approx. 79 minutes of 4K recording per charge)
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Shutter: Electronic Rolling Shutter (1/8000 to 30 Seconds), Electronic Front Curtain Shutter (1/4000 to 30 Seconds), Bulb & Time Mode
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Exposure Modes: Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
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Continuous Shooting: Up to 15 fps
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Autofocus: Phase Detection AF (Photo: 4503 points, Video: 3713 points)
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Metering: Evaluative, Center-Weighted Average, Partial, Spot
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White Balance: Auto, Presets, Manual (2500K-10,000K)
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Dimensions: 116 x 85.5 x 68.8 mm
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Weight: 370 g (with battery and memory card)
The EOS R50 V further expands functionality with a "close product" mode, optimized for presentations or detailed demonstrations where precise autofocus and quick transitions between objects are critical. Laing demonstrates this clearly, showing how smoothly and responsively the camera shifts focus from presenter to object. Additionally, stabilization options vary from optical within compatible lenses to digital enhancements, giving flexibility depending on your scenario or environment. A notable design decision is the second tripod mount, allowing easy vertical filming for social media content—a feature increasingly important in today's content landscape.
Laing also tests the audio capabilities, comparing internal mics against external microphones like the Rode VideoMicro II, highlighting how quickly audio quality can be improved. His practical examples effectively underscore why external audio options matter, especially in outdoor settings with unpredictable conditions. Check out the video above for the full rundown from Laing.
