Canon EOS R50 V - digital camera - body only
$810.00
$669.99
Mfg # 6895C002
CDW # 9175413
| UNSPSC 45121516
Quick tech specs
- Digital camera
- 24.2 MP
- 4K / 30 fps
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- mirrorless
- APS-C
- body only
- black
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The Canon EOS R50 V is designed for photographers and videographers who desire versatility and advanced features. With its Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system boasting 651 autofocus points, capturing sharply focused images is easier. The 24.2-megapixel APS-C sensor delivers impressive image quality, while the 3-inch LCD display features a touchscreen that rotates 180 degrees, perfect for creative angles or vlogging. The camera allows for seamless connectivity with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, enabling remote control and image uploads directly to the cloud.
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Canon EOS R50 V - digital camera - body only is rated
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Rated 5 out of
5 by
Major from
Modern trash. like all modern product today, uncapable of functioning
Nothing but problem. You need a PHD to deal with the complexities. Im sure a simple camera without all the extra features would be better. Eventually it can connect to a phone, then its a side show circus to deal with getting it to work, and then the quality is degraded. Dont even get started when connecting it to a computer. We have a complex setup and itt depends on EOS webcam untity, that doesnt even work. If you manage to get it operating, then you are faced with a crap $5month fee, that also degrades it for a fee. You can not even get full functionality ouf ot the camera that you would probably spend thousands on lends, only to have to cut short by some crappy application software, On IOS or PC. Go with a fuji camera. More simple and basic without modern features full of issues. I am full of regret by association with canon camera. Maybe i can recuperate selling it on ebay.
The camera was redesigned to be a modern user friendly vlog style camera. The only thing good that came out of it was a front facing recording light. The market has limited options for 1440 video recording, and live streaming at 60fps. The world is doomed and canon is no acceptation.
In the end, it works and is cheap, has a selection of lense. That is why it was choose over sony. Fiji was the option but not in my budget.
Date published: 2026-01-11T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Hobbit from
Go ahead, downsize
So, after three weeks and six shoots,this camera fills in where my C300 can’t. Now a longer battery life would be good. And a cheaper power adapter. But it’s a workhorse in a small format. If you’re looking to downsize, quality and a camera that does everything you need for creating content or even hiding somewhere. It’s a good investment. As always. It’s a Canon and with that you get great service and support.
Date published: 2025-09-03T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Go Bolts 76 from
Regret this one.
I’ve been a Canon SLR loyalist for 20+ years. I do lots of climbing expeditions and j wanted something small that would take great pics AND videos. Is it small and light? Yes, but almost to a fault. I wear a m’s XL glove and my hands oversize this camera. On to the important stufff… it’s the hardest camera to use that I’ve ever owned. You need a masters degree to operate it. I’ve given up trying to figure out custom filters and focus settings. The photo quality is “ok”. I have a 20yr old T2i that takes equally good photos. The video is great, but I expected still shots to be stellar with current tech and mirrorless. Nope. Last, I knew this going in but having to build an assortment of R lenses sucks when I already have a lot of EF lenses. Yes, there are adapters, but….
Bottom line, great camera with a kit lens for the person with small hands and has a masters degree in device operations. And there are way better P&S options for the money.
Date published: 2026-02-09T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Montyproductions from
Are you kidding me? What's wrong with the reviewers?
A little about me. I have been an avid user of all brands. Regarding Canon, I have owned the 5D, 5Dii, 7D, R5, R6ii, R1, and the R50V (in fact I own 2 of these). I have shot professionally for over 20 years and invested thousands into camera gear. And no I don't have a PHD or Master in photography.
That being said, obviously, users of this camera aren't familiar with the Canon brand and its functionality to give this model such poor reviews. As I already indicated, I own 2 of these bodies.
I previously sold all my EF equipment, even though I did prefer the metal housing compared to the RF counterpart. Let me be frank. YOU MUST USE "ALL" L SERIES LENSES WITH THIS CAMERA BODY. I get it, it's a cheap model right? 600-700 bucks, but trust me, the quality depends on the glass you use and your camera settings. I have figured out how to get the same quality with this camera compared to my $6700 R1.
So why get this little guy? Easy! It is much more mobile than an R1. And I rig it up. I don't need all the bells and whistles that an R1 provides when I use an iPad mini external monitor and Atomos Ninja recorder. And when I need to go mobile with my DJI, the R50V cuts down on the size and weight. I need at least 5" of screen viewing and I use both 5" and 8" screens simultaneously.
The caveats to this camera as important to note. 4K 24p and 30p are oversampled from 6K and the result is gorgeous. 4K 60p crop is not and sucks. I hate canon log due to the softness and grain, so instead I customize the 10bit color with a neutral profile where I make numerous adjustments to the profile and colorize it in post. The results are stellar!
I can't complain of the quality this camera offers even in photos, but again you MUST use L series glass. Check out the photos I posted of my rigs. I have 5 L series lenses and 3 anamorphic cinema lenses that all work flawlessly with this camera body.
Date published: 2026-02-23T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
AGG from
Minimalist! Highly Technical Bargain
I ADORE this camera. But I use it for travel/family.
If I was a social media butterfly, I'd be pulling my hair out.
Pros:
- Gorgeous, high dynamic range HDR PQ photos straight out of the camera, compared to dinosaurs stuck with blocky JPEG.
- 4K30 in HLG, HDR PQ, or even Cannon Log 3 with custom LUTs, applied in real time! All in HEVC. That's unreal.
- Neat "auto" functions like night mode and panorama.
- All sorts of intricate autofocus modes, display simulation, false color, zebra mode, remappable buttons, you name it. It can even remember individual people to prioritize autofocus.
- Works great with old EF-S lenses.
- Viewfinder? Flash? Waste of space and money; I do not miss them. I mount my iPhone via USB as a rangefinder, second display and video light when I need it.
- Works as a webcam, plug-and-play with USB. No fuss, no camera software needed.
- Tiny, weighs nothing. Fits in a coat pocket with a pancake lens, or tiny bag with a substantial one.
- Good menus/internal UI. Great touchscreen.
- When paired with a good lens (like the 24-50 on a budget, or an F1.4 prime), image quality is incredible.
It's like a camera from the future, on a budget!
Cons:
- No IBIS. This can be rough, but expected for the price.
- No open gate video. Maybe we can get it in a firmware update?
- Dial control ring is near impossible to use, and customization for other rings is limited.
- Feels fragible, but that's solved with a silicone case.
- No "lite" low bitrate video recording mode for instant sharing.
But the biggest issue: software. At least on my iPhone 16.
- It has 5GHz wifi, yet connecting and moving pictures is unusably slow. Even USB2 is waaay faster.
- Supports no cloud service other than image.canon, which I had a horrible experience with.
- No airplay, no other sharing or transfer of any kind.
- iPhone app can auto transfer JPEGs, but not HEIFs? And not movies? What? That's literally all I shoot.
- Connecting with the iPhone app is unreliable, even via USB.
- Many features, like lens correction for older lenses, are obscure/out of the way.
If you're technical enough to know what HLG/PQ are, if you have and HDR-capable smartphone, and want an modern camera to go, on a budget? You cannot beat the R50V, not even close. For travel/family photo+video, it beats the snot out of a smartphone camera.
...But for "casual" vlogging? Or social media posting? The software is too shackled for that.
Date published: 2026-01-15T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
murrayc from
Very disappointing
I purchased this when first released because of Canon's promotional material hyping it as excellent for livestreaming. I had been wanting a smaller camera to supplement my main camera and to livestream music performances with, so this seemed perfect for both use cases. I was incredibly disappointed in it. There was nothing easy or straightforward about using this for livestreams, the connectivity was unreliable even using Canon's paid software, and the chronic shortage of compatible lenses for the last year has added to that frustration. I finally got rid of the camera and will be looking at other small options to fill this spot in my equipment lineup.
Date published: 2025-11-28T00:00:00-05:00