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Kit comparison · 2025

Canon EOS R100 vs Canon EOS R50: which kit wins in 2025?

Full side-by-side comparison of camera specs, lens options, performance scores, and price — so you can stop second-guessing and start shooting.

The EOS R100 kit costs €250 less
The entry gateway
Canon EOS R100
+ RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
67/100
€648
camera + lens
★ Overall winner
The intuitive starter
Canon EOS R50
+ RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
71/100
€898
camera + lens
Camera body
Sensor
APS-C
APS-C
Resolution
24MP
24MP
IBIS
— No
— No
Weather seal
— No
— No
Battery
340 shots
370 shots
Body weight
356g
375g
Released
2,023
2,023
Lens
Model
RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
Focal range
18-45mm
18-45mm
Max aperture
f/4.5
f/4.5
Type
Zoom
Zoom
Lens weight
149g
149g
Combined kit
Total weight
505g
524g
Total price
€648
€898
Tier
Starter
Starter
Performance scores
Beginner-friendly
94
92
Travel
74
78
Portrait
56
62
Wildlife
42
48
Sports
45
52
Video
64
80
Value for money
92
88
Strengths
+Most affordable Canon RF camera
+Familiar Canon interface
+Access to full RF lens ecosystem
+Lightweight
+Beginner-friendly interface
+Excellent AF
+Compact size
+Articulating screen
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Canon EOS R100 vs Canon EOS R50: common questions

Which is better overall, the Canon EOS R100 or the Canon EOS R50?

Based on our scoring across 7 use-case dimensions, the Canon EOS R50 edges ahead with an average score of 71/100 vs 67/100. Canon's strengths include: Beginner-friendly interface and Excellent AF.

Is the Canon EOS R50 worth the extra cost over the Canon EOS R100?

The EOS R50 kit costs €250 more than the EOS R100 kit. The extra cost buys you: Beginner-friendly interface and Excellent AF. If those features matter for your shooting, the upgrade is justified.

Which is better for beginners, the Canon EOS R100 or Canon EOS R50?

For beginners, the Canon EOS R100 scores higher (94 vs 92 for beginner-friendliness). Most affordable Canon RF camera.

Which has better video, the Canon EOS R100 or Canon EOS R50?

For video, the Canon EOS R50 leads with a video score of 80/100. The flip screen also makes it ideal for solo filming.

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