EOS R50vs Lumix S5 IIvs Sony A7R V
Which should you buy?
Beginners & Family — EOS R50 (2023): Canon's most beginner-friendly RF body — Dual Pixel AF and beautiful colour science in an approachable package.
Hybrid Video & Photography — Lumix S5 II (2023): Phase-detect AF changed everything for Lumix — the S5 II delivers exceptional hybrid performance with 6K video and genuine full-frame value.
Landscape, Studio & Commercial — Sony A7R V (2022): 61 megapixels and 8-stop IBIS in a weather-sealed body — the reference resolution camera for commercial and landscape professionals.
Who should buy what
EOS R50 (2023)
- You're completely new to mirrorless cameras and want something uncomplicated
- You create vertical content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts
- You want great autofocus without needing to understand complex menus
Lumix S5 II (2023)
- You want a capable full-frame hybrid with strong video credentials and reliable autofocus
- You're considering switching from Sony or Canon and want something genuinely different
- You shoot weddings, events, or documentary and need dependable full-frame performance
Sony A7R V (2022)
- You need the highest resolution in Sony's full-frame mirrorless lineup
- You shoot landscape, architecture, product photography, or high-end fashion professionally
- You want exceptional resolution paired with Sony's best-in-class autofocus system
Quick take: The sony a7r v has the highest resolution at 61mp; the eos r50 is the most affordable; only the lumix s5 ii, sony a7r v are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R50 (2023) | Lumix S5 II (2023) | Sony A7R V (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £599 | £1,999 | £3,899 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS | 24.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 61MP full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 24.2MP | 61.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (uncropped 4K/24p), FHD/60p | 6K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 8K/25p, 4K/60p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, face/eye/subject tracking | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | AI subject recognition AF, 693-point phase-detect |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS (up to 6.5-stop with OIS lenses) | 8-stop IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 12fps mechanical, 15fps electronic | 30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical | 10fps mechanical / 7fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) | 530 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 375g body only | 740g body only | 723g body only |
| Dimensions | 116.3 × 85.5 × 68.8mm | 134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1mm | 131.3 × 96.4 × 82.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | 0.64" Quad-XGA OLED EVF, 9.44M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" multi-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF-S / RF | Leica L-mount | Sony FE (E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3 |
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