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The Best Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Cameras

We compared eight Canon EOS R50 mirrorless cameras on owner ratings, specs, and price. The Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera RF-S18-45mm Lens Kit is our top pick for its high image quality and advanced autofocus.

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The bottom line

The Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera RF-S18-45mm Lens Kit is our top pick for its high image quality, advanced autofocus, and fluid video capture. It has a 24.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor, 12 fps continuous shooting, and 4K video at 30 fps. Owners rate it 9/10 from 1642 ratings. The closest alternative is the Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera with 18-45mm & 55-210mm Double Lens Bundle, which includes two versatile lenses but lacks the advanced autofocus system. For a budget option, the Canon EOS R100 Mirrorless Camera with RF 50mm Lens f/1.8 Bundle offers a compact design and 4K video at 24p for $639.95.

Top pick
Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera RF-S18-45mm Lens KitCanon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera RF-S18-45mm Lens Kit $799.00

Best for high image quality and autofocus

The Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera RF-S18-45mm Lens Kit has a 24.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor, 12 fps continuous shooting, and 4K video at 30 fps. Owners rate it 9/10 from 1642 ratings. The tradeoff is its small footprint, which some users find uncomfortable.

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Runner-up
Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera with 18-45mm & 55-210mm Double Lens BundleCanon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera with 18-45mm & 55-210mm Double Lens Bundle $1099.95

Best for versatility with two lenses

The Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera with 18-45mm & 55-210mm Double Lens Bundle includes two versatile lenses and offers excellent photo clarity. Owners rate it 9.4/10 from 261 ratings. The tradeoff is the lack of advanced autofocus compared to the top pick.

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Budget pick
Canon EOS R100 Mirrorless Camera with RF 50mm Lens f/1.8 BundleCanon EOS R100 Mirrorless Camera with RF 50mm Lens f/1.8 Bundle $639.95

Best for beginners on a budget

The Canon EOS R100 Mirrorless Camera with RF 50mm Lens f/1.8 Bundle offers a compact design and 4K video at 24p for $639.95. Owners rate it 9.4/10 from 128 ratings. The tradeoff is the lower resolution and frame rate compared to the top pick.

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The field, ranked

  1. Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera RF-S18-45mm Lens Kit Best for high image quality and autofocus 9.0/10 $799.00 Amazon
  2. Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera with 18-45mm & 55-210mm Double Lens Bundle Best for versatility with two lenses 8.5/10 $1099.95 Amazon
  3. Canon EOS R100 Mirrorless Camera with RF 50mm Lens f/1.8 Bundle Best for beginners on a budget 8.0/10 $639.95 Amazon
  4. Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera with RF-S18-45mm and RF-S55-210mm Lenses Good for beginners and enthusiasts 8.0/10 $1049.00 Amazon
  5. Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera with 18-45mm Lens Bundle Good for content creators 7.5/10 $799.00 Amazon
  6. Canon EOS R50 Vlogging Creator Kit Good for vloggers, but overheats in warm weather 7.0/10 $999.00 Amazon
  7. Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera + Canon RF 24-70mm Lens + Bag + 64GB Card Good for compact size and powerful image quality 7.0/10 $899.00 Amazon
  8. Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera Kit with 18-45mm Lens Good for vlogging and content creation 7.0/10 $849.99 Amazon

Who should buy which

The Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera RF-S18-45mm Lens Kit is best for those who prioritize high image quality and advanced autofocus. The Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera with 18-45mm & 55-210mm Double Lens Bundle is best for those who want versatility with two lenses. The Canon EOS R100 Mirrorless Camera with RF 50mm Lens f/1.8 Bundle is the best option for beginners on a budget.

Owner complaints

Some owners of the Canon EOS R50 Vlogging Creator Kit report overheating issues in warm weather. Owners of the Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera RF-S18-45mm Lens Kit mention the camera's small footprint as a concern, though many have mitigated this with a dedicated camera cage and grip extension.

Also-rans

The Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera with RF-S18-45mm and RF-S55-210mm Lenses and the Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera + Canon RF 24-70mm Lens + Bag + 64GB Card did not earn picks due to their higher prices without significant gains over the top pick. The Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera with 18-45mm Lens Bundle and the Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera Kit with 18-45mm Lens are essentially the same product with minor differences in accessories.

How this was put together

This guide is based on owner ratings, specs, and prices from the evidence dossiers. We did not test any products hands-on. The evidence is thin on the Canon EOS R50 Vlogging Creator Kit due to its limited number of owner ratings.