Buying Guide / Canon
EST. 1937 / Tokyo, Japan / RF MOUNT

Canon

Canon has dominated the imaging industry for decades. Their RF mount mirrorless system is now the cornerstone of their lineup, offering everything from entry-level creators to high-end cinema production. The Cinema EOS line continues to be an industry standard for professional video.

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MIRRORLESS / APS-C / MID-RANGE

Canon V

Current model: Canon V1
Buy Now
$999
Current Released
2025-02-20
Days Since Update
Generations
1
Specifications
Resolution: 26 MP
Sensor: APS-C
Max Video: 4K 60p
Type: Mirrorless
Key Features
Vlog-optimized
Vertical video mode
Built-in stabilization
Streaming capable
Generation History
Canon V1 2025-02-20
$999
Canon's first vlog-native camera line
Our Take
Brand new creator-focused line. Just launched — great for content creators.
CINEMA / FULL FRAME / CINEMA-PRO

Cinema EOS C400

Current model: EOS C400
Buy Now
$7999
Current Released
2024-06-05
Days Since Update
Generations
1
Specifications
Sensor: Full Frame
Max Video: 6K Cinema RAW Light
Type: Cinema
Key Features
6K full-frame
Triple base ISO
Internal Cinema RAW Light
RF mount native
Generation History
EOS C400 2024-06-05
$7999
RF-native successor to Cinema EOS C300 line
Our Take
Fresh cinema release. Excellent RF-native cinema option replacing the C300 segment.
CINEMA / FULL FRAME / CINEMA-ENTRY

Cinema EOS C80

Current model: EOS C80
Buy Now
$5499
Current Released
2024-09-09
Days Since Update
Generations
1
Specifications
Sensor: Full Frame
Max Video: 6K RAW
Type: Cinema
Key Features
Compact cinema body
6K full-frame
RF mount
Dual Pixel AF
Generation History
EOS C80 2024-09-09
$5499
Most affordable full-frame Cinema EOS
Our Take
New affordable full-frame cinema camera. Great value entry to Cinema EOS.
CINEMA / FULL FRAME / CINEMA-PRO

Cinema EOS R5 C

Current model: EOS R5 C
Caution
$4499
Current Released
2022-01-19
Days Since Update
Generations
1
Specifications
Resolution: 45 MP
Sensor: Full Frame
Max Video: 8K Cinema RAW Light
Type: Cinema
Key Features
8K RAW internal
Cinema EOS features
Still photo capable
Active cooling
Generation History
EOS R5 C 2022-01-19
$4499
R5 body with active cooling and Cinema EOS firmware
Our Take
Aging hybrid cinema body. The C400 and C80 are newer cinema options — may see a successor.
MIRRORLESS / FULL FRAME / FLAGSHIP

EOS R1

Current model: EOS R1
Buy Now
$6299
Current Released
2024-07-17
Days Since Update
Generations
1
Specifications
Resolution: 24.2 MP
Sensor: Full Frame
Max Video: 6K RAW 60p
Type: Mirrorless
Key Features
Cross-type Dual Pixel AF II
Blackout-free 240fps EVF
40fps electronic
Eye Control AF
Generation History
EOS R1 2024-07-17
$6299
First generation — Canon's mirrorless flagship arrives
Our Take
Canon's first-ever R1 flagship. Brand new with no predecessor to compare — exceptional time to invest in the system.
MIRRORLESS / APS-C / ENTRY

EOS R10

Current model: EOS R10
Caution
$979
Current Released
2022-06-23
Days Since Update
Generations
1
Specifications
Resolution: 24.2 MP
Sensor: APS-C
Max Video: 4K 60p
Type: Mirrorless
Key Features
Compact APS-C
Subject detection AF
23fps electronic
4K 60p
Generation History
EOS R10 2022-06-23
$979
First RF-mount APS-C entry-level body
Our Take
Solid entry camera but nearing 4 years old. Successor likely approaching.
MIRRORLESS / FULL FRAME / PROFESSIONAL

EOS R5

Current model: EOS R5 Mark II
Buy Now
$4299
Current Released
2024-07-17
Days Since Update
Avg Cycle
1448 days
Generations
2
Product Lifecycle Progress
Released Expected Update (~1448d)
Specifications
Resolution: 45 MP
Sensor: Full Frame
Max Video: 8K RAW 30p
Type: Mirrorless
Key Features
45MP Full Frame
8K RAW Internal
Dual Pixel AF II
Pre-shot burst
Generation History
EOS R5 2020-07-30
$3899
First 8K capable mirrorless, overheating controversy
EOS R5 Mark II 2024-07-17
$4299
Dual Pixel AF II, pre-shot burst, improved thermal
Our Take
Just updated after 4 years. Peak of the cycle — best time to buy the R5 line.
MIRRORLESS / APS-C / ENTRY

EOS R50

Current model: EOS R50
Neutral
$679
Current Released
2023-02-08
Days Since Update
Generations
1
Specifications
Resolution: 24.2 MP
Sensor: APS-C
Max Video: 4K 30p
Type: Mirrorless
Key Features
Ultra-compact
Subject detection AF
Beginner-friendly
Content creator modes
Generation History
EOS R50 2023-02-08
$679
Ultra-compact beginner RF-mount camera
Our Take
Affordable entry point into RF mount. Still relatively fresh — solid buy for beginners.
MIRRORLESS / FULL FRAME / ENTHUSIAST

EOS R6

Current model: EOS R6 Mark II
Caution
$2499
Current Released
2022-11-29
Days Since Update
Avg Cycle
852 days
Generations
2
Product Lifecycle Progress
Released Expected Update (~852d)
Specifications
Resolution: 24.2 MP
Sensor: Full Frame
Max Video: 4K 60p (6K oversample)
Type: Mirrorless
Key Features
24.2MP Full Frame
6K oversampled 4K
40fps electronic
Subject detection AF
Generation History
EOS R6 2020-07-30
$2499
Canon's first enthusiast RF-mount full frame
EOS R6 Mark II 2022-11-29
$2499
40fps burst, improved AF subject detection
Our Take
Over 3 years old. R6 III rumors are circulating — consider waiting if not urgent.
MIRRORLESS / APS-C / ENTHUSIAST

EOS R7

Current model: EOS R7
Caution
$1499
Current Released
2022-06-23
Days Since Update
Generations
1
Specifications
Resolution: 32.5 MP
Sensor: APS-C
Max Video: 4K 60p (7K oversample)
Type: Mirrorless
Key Features
32.5MP APS-C
7K oversampled 4K
IBIS
15fps mechanical
Generation History
EOS R7 2022-06-23
$1499
First RF-mount APS-C enthusiast body
Our Take
Approaching 4 years old. Strong camera but R7 II expected within the next year.
MIRRORLESS / FULL FRAME / MID-RANGE

EOS R8

Current model: EOS R8
Neutral
$1499
Current Released
2023-02-08
Days Since Update
Generations
1
Specifications
Resolution: 24.2 MP
Sensor: Full Frame
Max Video: 4K 60p
Type: Mirrorless
Key Features
Lightweight full frame
Subject detection AF
4K 60p
HDMI RAW output
Generation History
EOS R8 2023-02-08
$1499
Affordable full-frame RF mount entry point
Our Take
Solid full-frame entry. First generation — no update pressure. Good value for affordable RF mount.
RF EF EF-M
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