Canon EOS C50: Canon’s Compact Full-Frame Cinema Powerhouse
On September 9, 2025, Canon unveiled the EOS C50 — the smallest Cinema EOS camera yet. Packing a new full-frame sensor, 7K RAW recording, and a compact, modular body, it’s designed to bring big-league cinema features into a portable form.
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Who Is the Canon EOS C50 For?
The C50 is built for creators who need cinema-grade video in a lightweight body:
- Solo shooters and documentary filmmakers who value mobility.
- Event and wedding videographers looking for compact kit without losing image quality.
- Production teams wanting a versatile B-camera that matches larger Cinema EOS models.
Hybrid creators producing both stills and high-end video content.
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Key Features
- 7K Full-Frame CMOS Sensor + DIGIC DV7 Processor
Records Cinema RAW Light up to 7K/60p, plus oversampled 4K.
- Open Gate Recording
Capture in full 3:2 for maximum reframing flexibility, with options for simultaneous cropped formats (great for vertical/social workflows).
- High Frame Rates + Dual Base ISO
4K up to 120 fps, 2K up to 180 fps, and clean performance at ISO 800/6400.
- Hybrid Photo Capability
32MP stills with burst shooting up to 40 fps, powered by Canon’s Dual Pixel CMOS AF II.
- Pro Connectivity
Detachable top handle with dual XLRs, full-size HDMI, CFexpress + SD card slots, Wi-Fi and Frame.io Camera to Cloud support.
Compact & Lightweight
At around 670g, it’s Canon’s lightest Cinema EOS body — built for rigging and travel.
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Accessories to Build Out Your C50
The C50 is powerful out of the box, but most shooters will want to expand it:
- Lenses: The Canon RF 24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z Lens is a versatile workhorse, while primes like the Canon VCM collection deliver cinematic depth. Existing EF glass adapts easily with the EF–EOS R adapter.
- Cages & Rigs: A cage (SmallRig, Tilta, etc.) adds mounting points for monitors, audio, and wireless gear — essential for turning the C50 into a production-ready rig.
- Power: Stock LP-E6Pbatteries are fine for light use, but long shoots call for a battery grip, USB-PD power bank, or V-mount adapter.
- Stabilisation: Pair with a DJI RS 4 Pro gimbal for smooth motion, or a solid tripod for interviews and events.
- Audio: With the XLR handle, pro mics like theDeity S-mic3, or S-mic 3s or a wireless kit (Hollyland) elevate audio capture.
Media: Fast CFexpressType B cards are a must for 7K RAW, backed up with portable SSDs for field storage.
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Cons & Considerations
Battery life is limited when shooting 7K RAW; external power is recommended
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Final Thoughts
The Canon EOS C50 is a bold step forward: a lightweight, cinema-first design that delivers 7K RAW, open gate recording, pro connectivity, and Canon’s RF lens ecosystem.
For filmmakers in New Zealand, it offers both mobility and scalability — use it stripped-down for run-and-gun, or rigged up for full productions. Add Canon’s growing RF lens lineup, plus adaptable EF glass, and the C50 becomes not just a camera, but a system you can grow with.
At Photogear, we’ll be stocking the EOS C50 along with recommended lens, power, and rigging bundles to help you hit the ground running.
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