The Canon EOS C50 is a high-end cinema camera featuring cinematic 7K image quality on a full-frame sensor, 32-megapixel stills, Open Gate RAW recording, and advanced autofocus. Professional-grade input and output connections and a modular handle enhance the camera’s adaptability for various shooting scenarios.

The Canon EOS C50 offers flexibility, performance, and Canon’s signature image quality in a compact powerhouse. Its compact and modular body, along with the versatility of the RF mount system, make it an excellent choice for shooting short films, documentaries, weddings, corporate events, or social media content.

Shoot even better videos

With an unprecedentedly versatile camera featuring cinema-grade functions. The camera’s compact hybrid body is designed especially for videographers.

Cinema-level power. Small size.

The EOS C50 model features a full-frame 7K sensor and Open Gate RAW recording, 32-megapixel stills, professional-grade input and output connections, and a modular handle. It suits any type of production.

Full-frame 7K Open Gate sensor

Shoot 12-bit RAW video in widescreen, vertical, or anamorphic formats. Easily switch between Open Gate, full-frame, Super 35 mm, or Super 16 mm modes. Capture 7K video or oversampled 4K video with rich colors, and utilize simultaneous recording in crop mode to create content perfectly suited for social media.

RF mount system

Experience the speed, power, and versatility of RF lenses (prime lenses as well as zoom, hybrid, and cinema lenses) — premium optics, real-time metadata for VFX/VP/VR workflows, fast autofocus and image stabilization, and seamless PL/EF integration with Canon mount adapters.

Updated autofocus

Canon’s advanced Dual Pixel CMOS AF II autofocus and EOS iTR AF X technology enable fast and reliable tracking of people and animals (faces, eyes, head, body) across the entire sensor area.

Versatile powerhouse

A compact, full-frame Cinema EOS camera with RF mount for beginner and professional videographers — a powerful and agile camera suitable for solo shooters and production teams alike.

Hybrid shooting

• Short films and documentaries – A fast and agile tool for cinema-level shooting.

Events

• Weddings and other occasions – Stunning colors. Beautiful skin tones. Unique Canon image quality.

Corporate

• Conferences – Remote control and synchronization with other cameras.

Social media and influencers

• Online content – Create impactful and dynamic videos for social media platforms.

Cinematic full-frame 7K recording

Stunning 7K image quality is ensured by Canon’s full-frame CMOS sensor, Dual Base ISO (800/6400), and over 15 stops of dynamic range. Capture 32-megapixel stills at 40 frames per second and up to ISO 64,000 sensitivity. Enjoy oversampled 4K recording with rich, organic color reproduction.

Open the door to maximum flexibility

Unleash your vision with 12-bit Open Gate RAW recording at 6960 x 4640 resolution and a 3:2 aspect ratio. Shoot amazingly sharp widescreen, vertical, or anamorphic footage. Easily switch between full-frame, Super 35 mm, or Super 16 mm modes.

Take advantage of RF mount features

Benefit from the speed, power, and versatility of RF mount prime lenses as well as zoom, hybrid, and cinema lenses. Enjoy premium optics, real-time metadata, fast autofocus and image stabilization, and seamless PL/EF lens integration thanks to Canon’s mount adapters.

Sharp, fast, and reliable

Enjoy the highly sensitive autofocus of the Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system and improved face, eye, and animal tracking across the entire sensor area. Additionally, with EOS iTR AF X autofocus technology, autofocus based solely on recognition, focus guide, and customizable speed settings, your image stays sharp and ready to record.

Shoot more with high frame rates

Capture scalable 12-bit Cinema RAW Light footage up to 7K quality at 60p, 4K quality at 120p, and 2K quality at 180p, as well as oversampled 10-bit 4K XF-AVC (MXF) footage and XF-AVC S/XF-HEVC S.

Sensor and image processor

• Sensor: Full-frame 3:2 CMOS (35.9 x 23.9 mm)
• Filter: RGB primary color filter (Bayer matrix)
• Sensor modes: Full-size 3:2 / Full-size / Super 35 mm / Super 16 mm
• Pixel counts:
  • Total pixels: approx. 34.2 MP
  • Effective pixels (video): up to approx. 32.373 MP
  • Effective pixels (still): approx. 32.3 MP
• Dynamic range:
  • Canon Log 2: up to 16 stops (ISO 800)
• ISO base: 800 / 6400 (RAW or Canon Log 2/3)
• Image processor: DIGIC DV7

Lens and image stabilization

• Mount: Canon RF (PL and EF supported with adapters)
• Magnification: Varies by sensor mode and resolution (1.00–3.08x)
• Digital correction:
  • Vignetting, chromatic aberration, diffraction, distortion (RF lenses)
  • Focus breathing (supported RF lenses)
• Image stabilization: Five-axis optical and digital (supported lenses)

Recording and formats

• Recording media: 1 x CFexpress 2.0 (Type B), 1 x SD card
• Recording formats:
  • Video: Cinema RAW Light, XF-AVC, XF-AVC S, XF-HEVC S
  • Still: RAW, C-RAW, Dual Pixel RAW, HEIF, JPEG
• Recording resolutions: Up to 7K RAW (6960 x 4640)
• Frame rates: 24.00P, 25.00P, 29.97P, 50.00P, 59.94P, etc.
• Simultaneous recording: Possible in different formats and to two cards

Video functions

• Slow/fast motion recording:
  • Up to 180 fps (2K)
  • Up to 150 fps (2.5K RAW, S16)
  • Up to 120 fps (4K)
• Interval shooting and frame capture: Yes
• Pre-recording: 3 seconds
• Digital teleconverter: 1.5x–3x, digital zoom

Display and viewfinder

• LCD screen: 3.0 inches, touchscreen, 1.62 million dots
• EVF: No fixed electronic viewfinder
• Display functions: Waveform, false color, highlight, zebra, markers

Connections

• Audio: 2 x XLR, 1 x 3.5 mm stereo, internal microphone
• Video: HDMI (Type A), no SDI
• USB: USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen2)
• Timecode: DIN1.0 / 2.3 (in/out)
• Ethernet: Not built-in, requires USB-C adapter
• IP streaming: UDP/RTP/SRT/RTP+FEC/RTSP+RTP
• UVC/UAC: Video class and audio class supported

Operating system and control

• Function buttons: 14 programmable buttons
• Zoom lever: Yes
• Custom dials: 3 pcs
• Remote control: Canon Multi-Camera Control, Browser Remote, etc.

Exposure and focus

• Exposure meters: Standard, backlight, spotlight
• ISO sensitivity: ISO 100–25600 (expandable up to 102400)
• Autofocus: Dual Pixel CMOS II
• AF areas: Full, small, flexible zone 1 & 2
• Detection: Faces, eyes, animals, motorsports, etc.

Shutter

• Video mode: 1/1–1/2000, shutter angle 11.25–360º
• Photo mode: 30s–1/8000, up to 1/16000
• Clear Scan: 24 Hz–2000 Hz

Picture profiles and adjustment

• Recordable settings: Canon Log 2/3, BT.709, PQ, HLG, EOS, etc.
• HDR profile: BT.2100, ITU-R BT.2390
• Color matrices: Neutral, production camera, video
• Adjustment parameters: Brightness, black, sharpness, noise reduction, white balance, etc.

Connectivity

• Wi-Fi: Internal 2.4/5 GHz, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
• GPS: With GP-E2 accessory

Power supply

• Battery: LP-E6P (standard), LP-E6NH (optional)
• AC power: DR-E6P, DR-E6C + CA-946, USB-C PD-E2

Physical features

• Dimensions: 142 x 88 x 95 mm
• Weight: 670 g (body), accessories sold separately
• Operating temperature: 0–40 °C / –5–45 °C