Canon EOS R5 C Review

Canon’s EOS R5 is available in a video-centric iteration called the EOS R5 C. As a member of the Cinema EOS family, it can shoot 8K footage at up to 60 frames per second in Canon’s Cinema Raw Light format.

Key Specifications

  • Canon EOS R5-style body
  • The rear has an active cooling fan system.
  • touchscreen with a viewing angle of up to 3.2 inches
  • There is no in-body image stabilization; only digital image stabilization is available.
  • 45-megapixel full-frame CMOS image sensor
  • ISO 100-51,200 (expandable to 50-102,400)
  • Eye Detection and Dual Pixel CMOS AF Technology
  • The Photo/Video Switch toggles between different menus and modes.
  • Memory card slots on both sides
  • 8K video with frame rates of up to 60p
  • Recording time without limits
  • 4K/120p
  • video format developed by Canon called RAW Light.
  • HDR (HLG) video recording
  • Timecode DIN Port
  • Shoe That Serves Multiple Purposes
  • 13 buttons that can be reassigned
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Additionally, it has 10-bit 422 recording possibilities in the XF-AVC format. The active cooling mechanism on the camera’s rear, which enables infinite recording durations, is the primary characteristic that sets this model apart. There is no in-body image stabilization mechanism. However, there is a connection for synchronizing the timecode, which is different from the basic model of the R5 series.

You may turn the camera on in either the Photo mode or the Video mode by using a switch with three positions. The menus and user interface will differ depending on your selected method. Displays of waveforms and vectorscopes are available in video mode, which is unavailable on the basic R5.

RF mounting apparatus

The RF lens mount, used by both the EOS R5 C and the EOS R5, has 12 communication pins, an increase of four above what is found in the EF lens mount. This enables the camera and lens to transmit information more quickly, which opens the door to enhanced autofocus, picture stabilization, and optical performance. It also provides some practical benefits, such as making it possible to adjust the aperture more smoothly.

Aron adds that the RF mount’s versatility to filmmakers is, undoubtedly, the most significant benefit of using that mount. “In addition to being completely compatible with Canon cine lenses and EF mount picture lenses when used with the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R, the EOS R5 C also makes it possible for cutting-edge RF lens designs to be implemented. Even anamorphic lenses may be used with the EOS R5 C using a mount adapter from a third-party manufacturer.”

Body and Control

There are various perspectives from which the EOS R5 C appears to be quite similar to the EOS R5. On the other hand, as you travel near the back of the camera, you’ll see that the R5 C is a thicker camera than the R5 because of its cooling fan. You may remember that when shooting demanding 8K footage, the EOS R5 has difficulty cooling the internal components. However, the EOS R5 C employs active cooling to mitigate this issue.

The EOS R5 C has a focal length of 142mm (5.6 “) in width, 101mm (four inches) in height, and a maximum depth of 111mm (4.4″). On the other hand, the R5 has dimensions of 139 millimeters, 98 millimeters, and 88 millimeters ” (5.5″ x 3.8″ x 3.5″). In addition, the EOS R5 C comes in at 770 grams (1.7 pounds), while the R5 clocks in at 738 grams (1.63 lbs).

Not only can you see the fan protruding from behind the camera when viewed from above, but you can also see that the electronic viewfinder (EVF) has been expanded to make shooting more comfortable. In addition, to the left of the electronic viewfinder (EVF), a new power switch allows the user to rapidly power the camera into either the ‘Photo’ or ‘Video’ mode.

On the EOS R5 C, the function buttons are also labeled on the EOS R5; several are unlabeled. In addition, the shutter release button on the new EOS R5 C is red, serving a purpose and looking very sleek.

The back of the EOS R5 C appears identical to the back of the EOS R5, including the same 3.2 “display capable of rotating through 2.1 million dots. The EVF is the same as before as well. The OLED electronic viewfinder has a resolution of 5.76 million dots and a magnification of 0.76 times.

The Canon LP-E6N battery is utilized by both the Canon R5 and the Canon EOS R5 C. A few restrictions are placed on the video modes when using a battery for power. Even though we could put this in the video area, we decided to include it here because it is pertinent to the subject of the battery. The EOS R5 C is unable to record video and deliver power to the lens mount while utilizing the battery to record 8K Cinema RAW Light (full-frame), 5.9K Cinema RAW Light (Super 35), or 2.9K Cinema RAW Light (Super 16) at frame rates faster than 30p, 30p, or 60p, respectively. Because of this, you cannot utilize autofocus or change the lens’s iris. This problem may be fixed using an external power source, such as a PD-E1 USB power supply or Canon’s brand-new DR-E6C DC battery, both of which are available for purchase. By the way, utilizing the battery grip does not result in a resolution to this problem either.

Image Quality

Regarding imaging characteristics, there is nothing more to discuss that we haven’t previously covered in our review of the Canon EOS R5 camera. To quickly review, the Canon EOS R5 C contains the same 45-megapixel full-frame backside-illuminated CMOS picture sensor found in the Canon EOS R5. This indicates that it has a native ISO range of 100–51,200, with the capability of expanding that range to 50–102,400.

Continuous shooting at up to 20 frames per second is made possible by the image sensor’s pairing with a Canon DIGIC X processor. The autofocus mechanism found in the EOS R5 C is also precisely the same. It uses a Dual Pixel CMOS AF II technology, which provides coverage of almost the whole image frame (1,053 areas in total) and delivers a range of nearly 100 percent of the pixel count. In addition, like the EOS R5, the EOS R5 C incorporates autofocus functions like animal detection, bird detection, vehicle recognition, and face, eye, and head detection AF.

Video

When it comes to recording video, the EOS R5 C and the EOS R5 are very different from one another. The Canon EOS R5 can record video in 8K resolution. However, the frame rate is limited to 30 frames per second, and the camera has a maximum recording duration restriction. The EOS R5 C, on the other hand, increases the frame rate for 8K video to 60p, just like the brand-new Nikon Z9 camera. It also provides continuous shooting at 8K/60p owing to the integrated cooling fan.

In addition to still images, the Canon R5 C shoots video in the Canon RAW Light format. The available high-efficiency mode is the best option if you plan on recording to an internal card rather than an external recorder. You also have the opportunity to record in MP4 format. Cinema Light RAW is available in high-quality, standard-quality, and light-quality variants, all of which are brand-new developments. HQ is not an option when registering in internal 8K Cinema RAW Light, and the regular quality can only go up to 30 frames per second. When shooting in Super 35, which is equivalent to 5.9K, you must utilize standard quality and a frame rate of 60 frames per second. There are no limitations on Super 16, which has a point total of 2.9K. You also have the option to record in the XF-AVC format.

Stills capabilities

The EOS R5 C and the EOS R5 have the same 45-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor and still characteristics, so it should come as no surprise that when it comes to shooting, they yield similar results; nevertheless, the method of generating that final image changes somewhat between the two cameras.

When used with an RF lens, the sensor-shift IS technology is standard on the EOS R5. It, also known as IBIS (In-body Image Stabilization), adjusts the sensor to counteract the effects of the camera shake and provides an unprecedented eight-stops of stability. The EOS R5 C incorporates the same 5-axis electronic IS system used successfully in the EOS C70 and the first generation of the EOS R. This IS system is frequently favored in the professional cinema industry when utilizing manual lenses, gimbals and other forms of stabilization equipment.

Aron says the EOS R5 is an excellent choice, mainly if “the absolute best photo performance” is your primary objective. “Not only does it include IBIS, but its body is also more petite, allowing it to be carried in a camera bag of a more manageable size. In addition, it consumes less power and has a unified user interface, allowing you to switch between capturing photos and recording videos with a single button. As a result, it is more convenient.

“In the end, however, both the EOS R5 C and the EOS R5 are capable of recording high-resolution 45MP images at up to 20fps, and they share the same professional photography functions, such as the ability to save photos as 10-bit HEIFs, a RAW and C-RAW image capture mode, and an interval timer for time-lapse photography.”

Form Factor

Although the Canon EOS R5 C and EOS R5 have a similar profile, the design of the EOS R5 C is significantly different in several important respects. The most prominent of improvements is that the body has been made somewhat deeper to accept a new thermal exhaust system. This was done to accommodate the new system. A cooling fan removes heat from the camera’s main body, making it feasible to record for extended periods at 8K resolution.

However, according to Aron, the EOS R5 C maintains an impressively low weight. The body of the EOS R5 C weighs roughly 30 grams more than that of the EOS R5. However, the EOS R5 C does not feel like a heavier camera when you hold it. Additionally, it keeps the same level of dust and moisture resistance as the EOS R5, as well as the same high-quality build and premium, feel to the buttons and dials. Therefore, although5 C has a fan, the fan is not connected to any of the electronic components that are hhin the body, as Aron explains.

Autofocus

The Canon EOS R5 C stays true to its hybrid nature by combining the groundbreaking Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system from the EOS R5 with the accurate and dependable EOS iTR AF X technology initially introduced in the EOS C70. Both of these technologies were developed by Canon.

The EOS iTR AF X provides continuous autofocus coverage across over 80 percent of the sensor area when the EOS R5 C operates in video mode. In addition, eye AF, recently launched in the Canon XF605, is also included in this model as an additional feature.

Aron explains that this enables the EOS R5 C to monitor not only eyes and faces but also the back of a person’s head, even when turned away from the camera. “Contrary to the EOS R5, the Cinema EOS provides additional professional choices for fine-tuning the autofocus. These options include the Face Only mode and the ability to modify the preciselyAF’s reaction speed.

A close-up of a man’s hand and waist shows that he is carrying a Canon EOS R5C camera with a 15-35mm lens attached to it.

The capabilities of VR

The EOS R5 C and the EOS R5 can use EOS VR SYSTEM since they are equipped with high-resolution sensors covering the full-frame format. Furthermore, when used with the RF 5.2mm F2.8L Dual Fisheye lens, the EOS VR Utility, and the EOS VR Plugin for Adobe Premiere Pro, either camera simplifies the process of producing stereoscopic 180° VR for video makers.

Aron is ecstatic that the sensors in these cameras are 8K, since this provides the resolution necessary for high-quality, high-fidelity virtual reality experiences that are truly immersive.

“The crucial point is that the sensors in these cameras are 8K,” he says. “However, when contrasted with the EOS R5, the EOS R5 C is more suited for the task at hand. Not only does it allow for long-form recording, but it also has the capability of delivering 8K video at 60 frames per second (when used in conjunction with an external power source). This is a considerable enhancement that lends the material a more organic and fluid motion.

Canon Eos R5 C Specifications

Body typeSLR-style mirrorless
Max resolution8192 x 5464
Image ratio w:h1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
Effective pixels45 megapixels
Sensor photo detectors47 megapixels
Sensor sizeFull frame (36 x 24 mm)
Sensor typeCMOS
ProcessorDigic X
ISOYes, 100-51200 (expands to 102400)
Boosted ISO (minimum)50
Boosted ISO (maximum)102400
White balance presets8
Custom white balanceYes
Image stabilizationNo
Uncompressed formatRAW
JPEG quality levelsFine, normal
AutofocusPhase DetectMulti-areaCenterSelective single-pointTrackingSingleContinuousTouchFace DetectionLive View
Manual focusYes
Number of focus points1053
Lens mountCanon RF
Focal length multiplier
Articulated LCDFully articulated
Screen size3.2″
Screen dots2,100,000
Touch screenYes
Screen typeTFT LCD
Live viewYes
Viewfinder typeElectronic
Viewfinder coverage100%
Viewfinder magnification0.76×
Viewfinder resolution5,760,000
Minimum shutter speed30 sec
Maximum shutter speed1/8000 sec
Maximum shutter speed (electronic)1/8000 sec
Aperture priorityYes
Shutter priorityYes
Manual exposure modeYes
Subject/scene modesNo
Built-in flashNo
External flashYes (via hot shoe)
Continuous drive20.0 fps
Self-timerYes
Metering modesMultiCenter-weightedSpotPartial
Exposure compensation±3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
AE Bracketing±6 (2, 3, 5, 7 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
WB BracketingYes
FormatMPEG-4, XF-AVC, H.264, H.265
Modes8192 x 4320 @ 30p / 540 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM8192 x 4320 @ 24p / 540 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM8192 x 4320 @ 23.98p / 540 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM8192 x 4320 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM8192 x 4320 @ 24p / 400 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM8192 x 4320 @ 23.98p / 400 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 30p / 540 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 24p / 540 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 23.98p / 540 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 24p / 400 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 23.98p / 400 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 810 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 260 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 410 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 410 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 410 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 160 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 160 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 160 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 810 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 260 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 410 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 410 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 410 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 160 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 160 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 160 Mbps, XF-AVC, MXF, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 225 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 170 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 135 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 135 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 135 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 225 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 170 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 135 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 135 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 135 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
MicrophoneStereo
SpeakerMono
Storage typesCFexpress B and SD (UHS-II) slots
USBUSB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec)
USB chargingYes
HDMIYes (micro HDMI)
Microphone portYes
Headphone portYes
WirelessBuilt-In
Wireless notes802.11ac (dual-band) + Bluetooth
Remote controlYes
Environmentally sealedYes
BatteryBattery Pack
Battery descriptionLP-E6NH lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)320
Weight (inc. batteries)770 g (1.70 lb / 27.16 oz)
Dimensions142 x 101 x 111 mm (5.59 x 3.98 x 4.37″)
Orientation sensorYes
GPSNone

Final Verdict

The EOS R5C develops into the camera that videographers have been hoping the R5 will become. In my tests with a pre-production model, the addition of vents and a cooling fan eliminated overheating, which enabled me to record single long clips limited only by memory or power. If you connect a USB PD source, such as a charger for an Apple MacBook, the memory becomes the only limit for internal recording.

However, the R5C is more than just an R5 modified to prevent overheating. When switched to Video mode, it displays Canon’s whole Cinema EOS menu system, replete with Waveform and Vectorscope monitors. In addition, it expands the support for 8k RAW to allow frame rates of either 50 or 60p, however, 60p does require an external power source.

It also offers optional audio with 120p clips and a dual base ISO. In addition to it, there is a tally light, a timecode port, and Canon’s accessory shoe, which supports XLR adapters.

Having said that, it is still essentially a modified R5, and while this does mean that you are getting an excellent stills camera with a resolution of 45 megapixels and the ability to shoot at a rate of 20 frames per second, it also means that you will not be receiving all of the hardware that is standard on dedicated cinema cameras.

This includes a built-in ND filter, a full-size HDMI port, and various mounting options. In addition, it does not have the built-in sensor stabilization that the R5 does, although to be fair, most of the audience for this product would probably have turned it off anyway.

Because it is based on an existing body, the R5C can’t help but look and feel more like a regular EOS body tuned for video rather than a cinema camera specifically designed for the medium. However, this is reflected in the price, which has increased by around 300 pounds, or $600, over the previous generation. Given the capabilities, this is a relative value for professional video and is still far less expensive than a Sony Alpha 1. Therefore, if you desired an R5 for its video quality but could not get past its constraints, the R5C is the camera you should have.

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Canon EOS R5 C FAQs

Is the Canon R5 C Netflix approved?

The Canon R5 C has been given the green light for developing original material by Netflix.

Why buy Canon R5C?

Features such as 12-bit RAW output over HDMI and Canon Log 2/3 for post-production color grading are included in the Canon R5 C, developed for professional video production.

Is Canon EOS R5 C full-frame?

It is a full-frame rangefinder camera, and its name is the Canon EOS R5 C.

Does Canon R5 C overheat?

It has been reported that the heat management of the Canon R5 C has been enhanced compared to that of the original Canon R5. However, the camera can still overheat in certain circumstances.

Can the Canon R5 C take photos?

The Canon R5 C can, in addition to recording video, also capture still photographs.

Is R5 C a full-frame?

There is a full-frame sensor inside the Canon R5 C.

Is Canon r5c weather sealed?

The weather-sealing on the Canon R5 C protects the camera from being damaged by grit and dampness.

How long does the battery last on Canon R5 C?

The battery life of the Canon R5 C can change depending on how the camera is used and the circumstances under which it is taken, but it can take approximately 320 pictures on a single charge.

What year is Canon R5 C?

The Canon R5 C was made available to consumers in the year 2021.

What is the ISO range of Canon R5 C?

The Canon R5 C has an ISO range of 100–51200, capable of going up to 102400.

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