Canon EOS EOS R50 V
Canon
63 Overall Score
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Leica SL SL2 Black 2021
Leica
83 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS EOS R50 V
72 out of 100 medium confidence 17 reviews
The Canon R50V is a polarizing camera: enthusiasts who pair it with L-series glass and understand its technical quirks rave about its video quality and value, while less technical users find it frustratingly complex and plagued by software and connectivity issues. Many praise its compact size, excellent autofocus, and modern features like HDR video and USB-C charging, but the lack of IBIS, a limited RF-S lens ecosystem, and a finicky mobile app are common complaints. Overall, it's a powerful tool for knowledgeable creators on a budget, but a poor fit for casual vloggers or those seeking simplicity.
Pros
- Excellent video quality for the price
- Compact and lightweight design
- Great autofocus performance
- Modern features like HDR and USB-C charging
- Works well with L-series and EF-S lenses
Cons
- No IBIS (in-body image stabilization)
- Limited RF-S lens ecosystem
- Frustrating software and connectivity issues
- Complex and unintuitive for casual users
- Feels fragile and cheaply built
Video quality 10
Build quality 5
Ease of use 8
Lens compatibility 6
Software and connectivity 7
Value for money 9
Leica SL SL2 Black 2021
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Wedding Events
Video
Photography
Beginner
Sports Wildlife
Product Photography
Streaming
Travel
Youtube
Vlogging
Specifications
| Canon EOS EOS R50 V | Leica SL SL2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 24.200000762939453 MP | 47.29999923706055 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | DIGIC X | Maestro III |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | PhotoPhase Detection: 4503VideoPhase Detection: 3713 | Contrast Detection: 225 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 15 fps★ | 10 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 15 fps | 20 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/40000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps★ | 100 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | — |
| Codec | XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S | MOV, MP4 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3.2"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓★ | ✗ |
| EVF Resolution | — | 5.8M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.32 kg★ | 0.83 kg |
| Battery Life | 440 shots★ | 370 shots |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C★ | USB Type-C (USB 3.1) |
| HDMI | HDMI | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS EOS R50 V
- Strong af (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong video (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average social proof (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average build (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
Leica SL SL2 Black 2021
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong evf (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Pricing
Canon EOS EOS R50 V
Leica SL SL2 Black 2021
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Leica SL SL2
Scores 83 overall, wins 6 of 10 usage categories and 5 of 33 specs.
