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Featuring a newly developed 7K full-frame CMOS sensor, the Canon EOS C50 Cinema Camera is a compact powerhouse for your video and photo needs. The EOS C50 is capable of recording 3:2 Open Gate video at 4K120 and raw video up to 7K60, as well as 32MP stills in photo mode. Simply select between dedicated photo and video modes for an intuitive hybrid shooting experience. Additional advanced features of the C50 include Dual-Pixel CMOS AF II, simultaneous 2K crop recording, built-in Frame.io Camera-to-Cloud integration, and XC protocol support for remote control. An included detachable top handle equips you with two 3-pin XLR inputs as well as onboard controls for easy-to-reach adjustments.
Featuring a newly developed 7K full-frame CMOS sensor, the Canon EOS C50 Cinema Camera is a compact powerhouse for your video and photo needs. The EOS C50 is capable of recording 3:2 Open Gate video at 4K120 and raw video up to 7K60, as well as 32MP stills in photo mode. Simply select between dedicated photo and video modes for an intuitive hybrid shooting experience. Additional advanced features of the C50 include Dual-Pixel CMOS AF II, simultaneous 2K crop recording, built-in Frame.io Camera-to-Cloud integration, and XC protocol support for remote control. An included detachable top handle equips you with two 3-pin XLR inputs as well as onboard controls for easy-to-reach adjustments.
7K Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
The C50 is equipped with a 7K full-frame CMOS sensor that creates images with low noise for improved performance in a wide variety of lighting environments. This maximizes the camera's full 15+ stop dynamic range in full-frame sensor mode. Using 7K resolution provides greater flexibility in post, such as oversampled 4K60 footage.
3:2 Open Gate Sensor Mode
The first of the cinema EOS line to do so, the C50 offers Open Gate recording options for the use of the full dimensions of the sensor. Select Full Frame 3:2 from the Sensor mode section of the main menu to shoot using the full area of the sensor. Then you can use that information in post to crop or reframe your footage to aspect ratios of your choice. This proves useful when shooting with anamorphic lenses.
Internal Raw and High Frame Rate Recording
Additional recording options of the C50 include 7K60 Cinema RAW Light with three 12-bit recording modes in HQ, ST, and LT. Standard XF-AVC codec is available in 10-bit 4:2:2 for rich detail and smooth images at frame rates up to 120 fps without cropping. You can also record in fast or slow motion up to 4K120. Other recording codecs include XF-AVC S and XF-HEVC S for easy-to-manage naming systems and folder structures while preserving metadata.
Anamorphic De-Squeeze
The C50 features internal support for anamorphic de-squeeze. Preview your footage more accurately when shooting in different magnification ratios by toggling the de-squeeze options in the camera menu: 2x, 1.8x, 1.5x, 1.3x.
Dual-Base ISO
Base ISOs of 800 and 6400 in Canon Log 2 gamma recording mode maximize the full dynamic range of the C50's sensor. The camera also features Auto Selection to automatically toggle between one of the two base ISO levels and another level while maintaining the dynamic range.
Dual-Pixel CMOS AF II
Keep your subject in focus, whether you're shooting in slow or fast motion. The Dual-Pixel CMOS AF II can accommodate speeds up to 4K120 and 2K150, ensuring that even when using high frame rates, your subject remains in focus. The C50's sensor has improved light-capturing efficiency, which widens the area of the sensor that can be used for autofocus. An internal subject detection algorithm with deep learning technology allows you to set face/eye detection to left or right eye priority in both humans and animals. Animal detection also now includes birds.
Simultaneous Crop Recording
Choose between three format options—9:17, 9:16, or 1:1—to automatically crop your image down when shooting in DCI or UHD 4K resolutions. The cropped portion of the frame will be saved in your selected aspect ratio and will be in 2K resolution. All of this reduces turnaround time when formatting videos for social media deliverables.
Dual Card Slots
The C50 includes two different card slots—one CFexpress Type-B and one SD card. Both slots support simultaneous recording even when shooting in raw codecs. All recording options are stored to your inserted CFexpress card, while sub-recording and proxy options record to your inserted SD card.
Native Vertical Shooting UI
Vertical shooting is even more intuitive now thanks to the C50's vertical shooting UI. Simply switch to native Vertical Shooting to flip your display accordingly. It also supports touch controls for start/stop recording from vertical screen mode. All of the shooting UI, menu settings, and LCD brightness adjustments are reoriented for an optimized filming experience.
Detachable Handle Unit
The included, detachable handle unit provides additional connectivity for your C50 handheld configuration. Two full-sized 3-pin XLR inputs with 48V phantom power allow you to integrate shotgun microphones. A built-in start/stop recording button and a zoom rocker offer easy-to-reach controls when filming low-angle shots.
Comprehensive Connectivity
The camera body of the C50 provides you with a wide variety of ports to create a camera rig best suited to your production needs. Connections include an HDMI output, a headphone output, a timecode port, a 3.5mm microphone input, a 2.5mm remote port, and a multipurpose USB-C port for a smartphone or Ethernet adapter. The camera also features an intelligent hot shoe for wireless audio communication.
XC Protocol
Built-in Wi-Fi facilitates XC Protocol for the C50, Canon's IP-based remote control system. XC Protocol allows the camera to be operated by IP-based Canon control units like the RC-IP1000 or RC-IP100, while third-party remote control panels can shade the camera. Use a USB-C to Ethernet adapter for additional connectivity options. Canon's Remote Control Camera application and Multi-Camera Control app can toggle camera settings as well as control multiple cameras. The C50 supports SRT protocols for direct IP streaming of audio and video to compatible sources.
Frame.io Camera-to-Cloud Integration
The C50 has native compatibility with Frame.io's Camera-to-Cloud technology. Send proxy files immediately after internal recording for efficient post-production workflows. The proxy files don't require additional processing or conversion and can be viewed, shared, and edited remotely.
Virtual Production Support
The C50 can output CV Protocol to multiple devices, easily slotting into virtual production workflows. Lens metadata is extracted using the CV Metadata Extraction plugin on compatible computers.
Mirrorless Photo Mode
Transform the C50 from a cinema camera into a full-featured mirrorless camera with the flip of a switch. The C50 borrows from the familiar EOS R series menu system for intuitive control. Hybrid shooters no longer need to carry two cameras at once for a streamlined workflow. The Full-Frame sensor offers a shallow depth of field with a pleasant bokeh, using a standard ISO of up to 64,000. Still photo resolutions can reach 32MP, and you can reach a maximum of 40 shots per second during high-speed continuous shooting. Dual-Pixel CMOS AF II is still supported in this mode.
UPC: 013803389760
Canon C50 Specs
Key Specs
Lens Mount
Canon RF
Image Sensor
Full-Frame
Effective Sensor Resolution
34.2 Megapixel (7144 x 4790)
Image Stabilization
No
ISO/Gain Sensitivity
Dual Base: 800 / 6400 Native: 100 to 25,600 (100 to 25,600 Extended) Dual Base: 400 / 3200* Native: 800 to 51,200 (800 to 102,400 Extended) *Base ISO Is Dependent on Selected Color Space
Max Recording Modes
Raw 12-Bit Up to 6.9K at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps XF-HEVC S 4:2:2/4:2:0 10-Bit Up to 6.9K at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps H.264/MPEG-4/XF-AVC S 4:2:2 10-Bit Up to DCI 4K at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps H.264/MPEG-4/XF-AVC S 4:2:0 8-Bit Up to DCI 4K at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps XF-AVC 4:2:2 10-Bit Up to DCI 4K at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
Media/Memory Card Slot
Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC Slot 2: CFexpress Type B (CFast 2.0) [VPG-400 or Faster Recommended]
Video I/O
HDMI
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS
Battery
Canon LP-E6, Canon LP-E6NH
Imaging
Lens Mount
Canon RF
Lens Communication
Yes: Cooke /i
Image Sensor
Full-Frame CMOS
Effective Sensor Resolution
34.2 Megapixel (7144 x 4790)
Image Stabilization
No
Built-In ND Filter
No
Built-In CC Filter
No
Capture Type
Stills & Video
Exposure Control
Shutter Type
Electronic Rolling Shutter
Shutter Speed
1/16000 to 30 Seconds
Shutter Angle
11.25 to 360°
ISO/Gain Sensitivity
Dual Base: 800 / 6400 Native: 100 to 25,600 (100 to 25,600 Extended) Dual Base: 400 / 3200* Native: 800 to 51,200 (800 to 102,400 Extended) *Base ISO Is Dependent on Selected Color Space
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Advertised Dynamic Range
16 Stops
Exposure Modes
Auto, Manual
Focus
Focus Mode
Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, One-Shot AF
Video Capture
Internal Recording
Raw 12-Bit 6960 x 4640 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps 6960 x 3672 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 5036 x 2656 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps* 2524 x 1332 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps* XF-HEVC S 4:2:2/4:2:0 10-Bit 6912 x 4608 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps 4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 2048 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps H.264/MPEG-4/XF-AVC S 4:2:2 10-Bit 4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps H.264/MPEG-4/XF-AVC S 4:2:0 8-Bit 4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 2048 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps *Sensor Crops During Recording XF-AVC 4:2:2 10-Bit 4096 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 3840 x 2160 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 2048 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support
Yes
Gamma Curve
Canon Log 2, Canon Log 3, Hyper Gamma
Built-In Microphone
Stereo
Audio Recording
Raw, XF-AVC: 4-Channel, 24-Bit at 48 kHz via LPCM Audio XF-HEVC S: 2-Channel, 16-Bit at 48 kHz via AAC LC Audio XF-HEVC S: 4-Channel, 24-Bit at 48 kHz via LPCM Audio XF-AVC S: 2-Channel, 16-Bit at 48 kHz via AAC LC Audio XF-AVC S: 4-Channel, 24-Bit at 48 kHz via LPCM Audio
IP Streaming
RTP, RTSP, SRT, UDP 920 x 1080 at 50i, 50p, 59.94i, 59.94p (4.0 to 9.0 Mb/s)
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot
Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC Slot 2: CFexpress Type B (CFast 2.0) [VPG-400 or Faster Recommended]
Internal Storage
No
Video I/O
1x HDMI Output
Audio I/O
2x XLR 3-Pin Mic/Line Input on Included Handle (+48 V Phantom Power) 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input on Camera Body (Plug-in Power) 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
Power I/O
1x USB-C
Other I/O
1x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini (Remote) Control 1x USB-C (Ethernet, UVC 1.5) (Shared with Power Input) 1x DIN 1.0/2.3 (Timecode) Input/Output 1x Proprietary
Wireless
Wi-Fi / 2.4 GHz Radio/RF / 5.8 GHz Radio/RF
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS App Name: Canon App
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)
No
Monitor
Display Type
Articulating 3" Touchscreen LCD
Power
Battery
Canon LP-E6, Canon LP-E6NH
Environmental
Operating Conditions
23 to 113°F / -5 to 45°C at 60 to 85% Humidity
General
Shoe Mount
1x Intelligent Hot Shoe
Accessory Mounting Thread
1x 1/4"-20
Dimensions (W x H x D)
5.6 x 3.5 x 3.7" / 143 x 88 x 95 mm 8.7 x 9.4 x 7.3" / 222 x 239 x 186 mm (With Handle, Mic Holder)
Weight
23.5 oz / 665 g (Body Only) 2.4 lb / 1110 g (With Battery, Handle, Recording Media)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
4.015 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.3 x 8.2 x 6"
Canon C50 Reviews
I don’t get the hate
By Valters
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-04-11
In short - this camera is fantastic. I’ve worked mostly with the RED Komodo and FX3 up until making the switch and I have to say - so far the C50 is going above and beyond my expectations. I can confidently say that I’m not going to look back and this is my go to camera for all my upcoming work. The image is stunning, the different formats are amazing and give me so much freedom. Sure, it doesn’t have built in ND filters or IBIS, but neither do many other cinema cameras. Another complaint I’ve seen is the small screen size. Sure, it’s small. But I don’t use it, since I have an external monitor as part of my rig (as do most other professionals). If you’re a “run and gun” shooter who needs to travel light and shoot from the hip, then this camera probably isn’t for you. If you’re like me and most of your projects allow you to set up, light the set and shape the frame - it’s a fantastic camera and delivers so much more than its price suggests.
The Perfect Camera
By Mikhail
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-03-19
I love this camera!!! It’s perfect!
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What other photo burst modes are there other than ...
What other photo burst modes are there other than 40fps?
Asked by: Shai
The Canon EOS C50 Full-Frame Cinema Camera (Canon RF) High-speed continuous shooting + drive mode maximum burst speed is 40 shots per second. When set to High-speed continuous shooting drive mode the maximum burst speed is 20 shots per second, and when in Low-speed continuous shooting drive mode the maximum burst is 5 shots per second.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2025-10-16
How long the battery lasts, let’s say filming 4K ...
How long the battery lasts, let’s say filming 4K 709 rec?
Asked by: Gustavo
Canon says that the Canon EOS C50 Full-Frame Cinema Camera can continually record with a single LP-E6P battery for 90 min when recording in Cinema Raw Light recording in open-gate mode. For standard 4K video recording, you can expect longer record times.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2025-09-20
Is there any product that allows remote ...
Is there any product that allows remote start/stop control, a la the C400's side handle?
Asked by: Andy
The Kondor Blue Trigger Wing Side Handle (B&H # KOKBWSHBK) can be rigged up with a cage to work with the Canon EOS C50 Full-Frame Cinema Camera.
Answered by: Marvin C
Date published: 2026-02-18
Can the camera Stop/Start via Bluetooth or cable ...
Can the camera Stop/Start via Bluetooth or cable with the DJI Ronin RS3 Pro?
Asked by: Vaughn
As of yet, DJI does not list the Canon EOS C50 Full-Frame Cinema Camera as electronically compatible with their gimbals.
Answered by: John W
Date published: 2025-12-09
What are the external recording (HDMI Out) ...
What are the external recording (HDMI Out) capabilities? Would it be able to do open gate at 60p external?
Asked by: Rolando
The max resolution output over HDMI from the Canon EOS C50 Full-Frame Cinema Camera (Canon RF) is 4K DCI 4:2:2 10-bit; open gate would not be supported.
Answered by: Elliot A
Date published: 2025-12-20
Will the C50 allow me to record in vertical ...
Will the C50 allow me to record in vertical orientation like the R5C and C70? I use this feature every day for social media.
Asked by: Justin
Yes, the Canon EOS C50 Full-Frame Cinema Camera (Canon RF) has extensive support for vertical shooting and Open Gate recording modes that would allow you to record vertical content without having to mount the camera vertically. The Canon C50 also has mounting points that would allow you to mount the camera vertically as well.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2025-09-12
It doesn't have a viewfinder, right? Can one be ...
It doesn't have a viewfinder, right? Can one be added?
Asked by: Carlo
No, the Canon EOS C50 Full-Frame Cinema Camera (Canon RF) does not include an EVF. The camera can indeed use an EVF with the full size HDMI on the camera.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2025-09-15
Is the camera compatible with DJI Ronin series gim
Is the camera compatible with DJI Ronin series gimbals for cabled remote start/stop or Bluetooth control?
Asked by: Vaughn
No, at the moment the Canon EOS C50 Full-Frame Cinema Camera (Canon RF) is not electronically compatible with any DJI Ronin Series gimbals.