45 MP Full-Frame Hybrid Capture
The 45 MP full-frame CMOS sensor supports high-resolution still photography alongside professional video workflows.
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A hybrid cinema camera combining EOS R5 stills quality with Cinema EOS video tools. It is popular with video professionals who also need high-resolution stills.

The 45 MP full-frame CMOS sensor supports high-resolution still photography alongside professional video workflows.
Capture video at up to 8K resolution and 30 fps using integrated Cinema EOS tools.
Use RF lenses or adapted EF and cinema lenses, with one CFexpress Type B slot and one UHS-II SD slot for storage.
The Canon EOS R5 C is a full-frame mirrorless cinema/hybrid camera that combines a 45 MP CMOS sensor and 8K video with Cinema EOS tools, interchangeable RF-mount lenses, and dedicated photo and video capabilities.
The reviewer describes the EOS R5 C as a potent, serious video camera and an entry-level Cinema EOS model with the added benefit of excellent stills capture, effectively functioning as two first-class cameras in one. It is recommended as a better investment than the standard EOS R5 for professional content creators, though the R5 remains a better choice for those who prioritize battery life and in-body image stabilization.
The review concludes that the R5C is the camera videographers wanted the original R5 to be, effectively eliminating overheating issues through its cooling fan and vents. While it maintains respectable stills capabilities, the reviewer notes that it lacks some dedicated cinema features like built-in ND filters or IBIS and feels more like a modified standard body than a dedicated cinema camera, yet remains a relative bargain for its professional video capabilities.
The author identifies the camera as an excellent, future-proof hybrid tool that successfully bridges the gap between mirrorless and dedicated cinema cameras. While noting the lack of IBIS and built-in ND filters, the review praises its video quality, flexibility, and fair pricing, positioning it as a better fit for professional video creators than the EOS R3 or R5.
While the camera produces impressive, high-quality 8K RAW footage, the review identifies extremely limited battery life as a critical, deal-breaking flaw that hinders professional workflows. Consequently, the publication states it cannot recommend the camera unless the user intends to rig it with an alternative power source.
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| Attribute | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Points | 1053 | |
| Battery Life | 320 shots | shots |
| Body Type | Mirrorless digital cinema/hybrid camera (full-frame) | |
| Burst Shooting Speed | 20 fps | fps |
| Connectivity Options | Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac), Bluetooth 5.0 (BLE), USB-C (3.2 Gen 1), micro HDMI (Type D) | |
| Display Type And Size | TFT color LCD touchscreen, 3.2-inch (3:2) / 3.15 in (8.01 cm) diagonal | inches |
| Image Stabilization | 5-axis Electronic IS (coordinated with supported lenses featuring optical IS; no in-body IBIS) | |
| Iso Range | Video mode: ISO 100-25,600 (extended 102,400); Photo mode: ISO 100-51,200 (expanded 102,400) | |
| Lens Type | Interchangeable lenses (RF mount; EF lenses and cinema lenses via EF-EOS R Mount Adapter) | |
| Max Frame Rate | 30 fps | fps |
| Sensor Resolution | 45 MP | MP |
| Sensor Type | Full-frame CMOS sensor | |
| Storage Support | CFexpress 2.0 Type B (x1), SD (UHS-II) (x1) | |
| Video Resolution | 8K | |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic viewfinder (EVF), 0.5-inch OLED color EVF | |
| Weather Sealing | Yes | |
| Weight | 680 g | g |

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