Can the EOS C50 record to two cards at once, and does it support simultaneous crop recording for social media?

Yes to both. It can record a backup or proxy file to a second card while shooting RAW, and capture a cropped vertical or square version alongside your main frame - so one take gives you a horizontal master and a ready-to-post social cut.

What is open gate recording and why does it matter?

Open gate uses the camera's full 3:2 sensor area to record video, rather than cropping to a standard 16:9 frame. This gives you extra flexibility in post-production to reframe footage into 16:9, 9:16 or 1:1 without losing resolution or quality.

Does the EOS C50 shoot RAW video?

Yes. It records up to 7K 60p internal Cinema RAW Light, along with 4K up to 120p and 2K up to 180p for high frame rate slow motion.

What audio inputs does the EOS C50 have?

The included detachable top handle adds two full-size XLR audio inputs along with a start-stop button and zoom rocker, giving you professional-grade audio options for interviews and productions.

Is the EOS C50 a good camera for solo filmmakers and documentary shooters?

Yes. Its compact, lightweight body (around 670g), active cooling, reliable autofocus with subject tracking, and RF/EF/PL lens compatibility make it well suited to run-and-gun documentary and solo production work.

What lenses is the EOS C50 compatible with?

It works with the full RF lens lineup natively, and can also use EF and PL lenses via optional mount adapters, giving you access to a wide range of cinema and photo glass.

EOS C50

EOS C50 7K Full Frame Cinema EOS Camera for Compact Filmmaking

7K Full Frame Cinema EOS Camera

The smallest and lightest Cinema EOS Camera
Open Gate Recording
Internal Cooling fan

Open up cinematic potential

Unlock cinematic power without the bulk. The EOS C50 is packed with high end cinema features.

One camera, any job

From documentaries to commercials, YouTube to the big screen, the EOS C50 adapts to your story, not the other way around.

4K 120p and 2K 180p Cinematic slow motion

Capture every detail in breathtaking motion. Whether you're filming a high-energy action sequence or a slow, emotional moment.

Comparison of Canon EOS R6 V, EOS C50 and EOS C80 specifications to help you choose the right camera.
Feature	EOS R6 V	EOS C50	EOS C80
Best for	Video-first creators who want a compact hybrid camera built to keep up with their creativity	Emerging filmmakers and solo shooters who want cinema-grade video in a compact form	Professional productions needing top-tier cinema features and durability
Price (RRP)	$3,599 RRP	$5,899 RRP	$8,899 RRP
Sensor size	Full-frame	Full-frame	Full-frame
Max video resolution	7K 60p	7K 60p	6K 30p
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In-body image stabilisation	Yes (up to 7.5 stops)	No	No
Top handle XLR	No	Yes	Yes
Canon Log 2 / 3	Yes / Yes	Yes / Yes	Yes / Yes
Base ISO	800 / 6400	800 / 6400	800 / 3200 / 12800
Open Gate Recording	Yes	Yes	No
Anamorphic desqueeze	No	Yes	No
Internal ND	No	No	Yes
Recording format	RAW / XF-HEVC S / XF-AVC S / MP4	Cinema RAW Light, XF-AVC, XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S	Cinema RAW Light, XF-AVC, XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S
LCD monitor size	3" Vari-Angle / 1.62 million dots	3" Vari-Angle / 1.62 million dots	3.5" Vari-Angle / 2.76 million dots
HDMI out	Type A	Type A	Type A
Memory cards	SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type B	SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type B	2× SD UHS-II
Battery	LP-E6P	LP-E6P	BP-A60N / BP-A30N
Dimensions	Approx. 141.8 × 83.3 × 79.7 mm	Approx. 142 × 88 × 95 mm	160 × 137.4 × 116 mm
Weight	688 g	765 g	1,300 g
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EOS R6 V

EOS C50

EOS C80

Best for

Video-first creators who want a compact hybrid camera built to keep up with their creativity

Emerging filmmakers and solo shooters who want cinema-grade video in a compact form

Professional productions needing top-tier cinema features and durability

Price (RRP)

$3,599 RRP

$5,899 RRP

$8,899 RRP

Sensor size

Full-frame

Max video resolution

7K 60p

6K 30p

In-body image stabilisation

Yes (up to 7.5 stops)

Top handle XLR

Yes

Canon Log 2 / 3

Yes / Yes

Base ISO

800 / 6400

800 / 3200 / 12800

Open Gate Recording

Yes

Anamorphic desqueeze

Yes

Internal ND

Yes

Recording format

RAW / XF-HEVC S / XF-AVC S / MP4

Cinema RAW Light, XF-AVC, XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S

LCD monitor size

3" Vari-Angle / 1.62 million dots

3.5" Vari-Angle / 2.76 million dots

HDMI out

Type A

Memory cards

SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type B

2× SD UHS-II

Battery

LP-E6P

BP-A60N / BP-A30N

Dimensions

Approx. 141.8 × 83.3 × 79.7 mm

Approx. 142 × 88 × 95 mm

160 × 137.4 × 116 mm

Weight

688 g

765 g

1,300 g

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EOS R6 V

Best for: Video-first creators who want a compact hybrid camera built to keep up with their creativity
Price (RRP): $3,599 RRP
Sensor size: Full-frame
Max video resolution: 7K 60p
In-body image stabilisation: Yes (up to 7.5 stops)
Top handle XLR: No
Canon Log 2 / 3: Yes / Yes
Base ISO: 800 / 6400
Open Gate Recording: Yes
Anamorphic desqueeze: No
Internal ND: No
Recording format: RAW / XF-HEVC S / XF-AVC S / MP4
LCD monitor size: 3" Vari-Angle / 1.62 million dots
HDMI out: Type A
Memory cards: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type B
Battery: LP-E6P
Dimensions: Approx. 141.8 × 83.3 × 79.7 mm
Weight: 688 g

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EOS C50

Best for: Emerging filmmakers and solo shooters who want cinema-grade video in a compact form
Price (RRP): $5,899 RRP
Sensor size: Full-frame
Max video resolution: 7K 60p
In-body image stabilisation: No
Top handle XLR: Yes
Canon Log 2 / 3: Yes / Yes
Base ISO: 800 / 6400
Open Gate Recording: Yes
Anamorphic desqueeze: Yes
Internal ND: No
Recording format: Cinema RAW Light, XF-AVC, XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S
LCD monitor size: 3" Vari-Angle / 1.62 million dots
HDMI out: Type A
Memory cards: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type B
Battery: LP-E6P
Dimensions: Approx. 142 × 88 × 95 mm
Weight: 765 g

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EOS C80

Best for: Professional productions needing top-tier cinema features and durability
Price (RRP): $8,899 RRP
Sensor size: Full-frame
Max video resolution: 6K 30p
In-body image stabilisation: No
Top handle XLR: Yes
Canon Log 2 / 3: Yes / Yes
Base ISO: 800 / 3200 / 12800
Open Gate Recording: No
Anamorphic desqueeze: No
Internal ND: Yes
Recording format: Cinema RAW Light, XF-AVC, XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S
LCD monitor size: 3.5" Vari-Angle / 2.76 million dots
HDMI out: Type A
Memory cards: 2× SD UHS-II
Battery: BP-A60N / BP-A30N
Dimensions: 160 × 137.4 × 116 mm
Weight: 1,300 g