Canon camera

Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera

Creators cited with it: 17; From 52 reports.
First cited: July 2020; By Peter McKinnon. Last reported 2 weeks ago.
Reviewers: Praised for build & handling and image quality; From 2 reviews. What they said

$2,999.00

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“This video was filmed with the Canon EOS R5 and RF Canon Lenses”
Jared PolinSeptember 2026Watch the video
“I'll be testing it on a Canon EOS R5 with its 45-megapixel sensor and camera corrections turned on.”
Christopher FrostAugust 2026Watch the video at 3:49

15 more creators cited with it, listed below.

What reviewers say

Based on 2 reviews (1 press, 1 video), newest March 2025

What press and YouTube reviews of the Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera judged, by what buyers compare. Open any line for the quotes behind it.

Where it shines

Build & handling
Image quality
Video
Autofocus
Value

Image qualityMostly positive: Leans positive.Sharp, detailed images with strong noise control, weaker at extremes.2 reviews›
Praise (4)
- “this sensor is just really high resolution it picks up all the details and everything absolutely amazing”
  VideoVasko Obscura · January 2025Watch at 2:31
- “you get these Ultra Clean Sharp Images and you look at them and you're just like what that's crazy”
  VideoVasko Obscura · January 2025Watch at 3:53
- “It’s a remarkably accomplished stills camera.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Michael Topham · March 2025Read the review
- “A key strength of the EOS R5 is the way it handles noise in its raw files at high sensitivity settings.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Michael Topham · March 2025Read the review
Complaints (2)
- “Fine detail is affected more noticeably at ISO 51,200 and ISO 102,400.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Michael Topham · March 2025Read the review
- “there isn’t as much leeway when it comes to recovering highlights from raw files”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Michael Topham · March 2025Read the review
VideoMostly positive: Leans positive.Excellent video quality, but overheating causes recording cooldowns.2 reviews›
Praise (3)
- “the video quality on the R5 absolutely amazing”
  VideoVasko Obscura · January 2025Watch at 0:58
- “the benefit is you get a lot of detail and a lot of bit depth so if you want to color grade and manipulate the footage and post you can do that which is awesome”
  VideoVasko Obscura · January 2025Watch at 1:46
- “Impressive video specification”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Michael Topham · March 2025Read the review
Complaints (2)
- “Serious video users will be put off the EOS R5 by the irritating cool down-time between spells of recording.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Michael Topham · March 2025Read the review
- “High resolution video generates heat”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Michael Topham · March 2025Read the review
AutofocusMostly positive: Leans positive.Reliable, accurate autofocus; weaker tracking fast wildlife.2 reviews›
Praise (3)
- “autofocus obviously very reliable in uh video mode”
  VideoVasko Obscura · January 2025Watch at 2:16
- “an amazing AF system”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Michael Topham · March 2025Read the review
- “face and eye detection, which works exceptionally well in both One Shot and Servo modes”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Michael Topham · March 2025Read the review
Complaints (2)
- “if you're shooting Wildlife that moves really fast the R5 I don't fully recommend it”
  VideoVasko Obscura · January 2025Watch at 2:59
- “Only when I pulled back quickly from 200mm to 70mm did the camera misinterpret focus.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Michael Topham · March 2025Read the review
StabilisationNot covered by enough reviews
Battery lifeNot covered by enough reviews
Build & handlingRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Rugged, secure, tank-like build; excels in daily handling.2 reviews›
Praise (4)
- “500,000 shots is awesome”
  VideoVasko Obscura · January 2025Watch
- “the R5 is built like a tank”
  VideoVasko Obscura · January 2025Watch
- “the entire body feels more secure when you hold in your right hand”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Michael Topham · March 2025Read the review
- “The way a camera handles in day-to-day use is a hugely important and the EOS R5 excels in this respect.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Michael Topham · March 2025Read the review
Complaints (1)
- “It takes some getting used to the layout of buttons and dials compared to a DSLR like the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Michael Topham · March 2025Read the review
ValueMostly positive: Leans positive.Great value praised, though high price seen as steep.2 reviews›
Praise (2)
- “the value for money on the R5 right now absolutely amazing”
  VideoVasko Obscura · January 2025Watch at 9:24
- “the value for money here like what you get bang for the buck is absolutely insane”
  VideoVasko Obscura · January 2025Watch at 0:38
Complaints (1)
- “dropping $3,399 / £3,799 on a camera body is hard to justify”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Michael Topham · March 2025Read the review