Even with the release of the Canon EOS R6 Mark III, I still think the Canon EOS C50 is a superb buy for videographers – here’s why

The release of the excellent Canon EOS R6 Mark III in recent months has given Canon shooters a powerful hybrid body that can easily keep up with the likes of the Sony Alpha A7 V and Nikon Z6 III. It’s so good, in fact, that it’s somewhat overshadowing some of the brand’s slightly older models, such as the Canon EOS C50.

The C50 and the R6 Mark III share the same excellent 33MP full-frame sensor and the vast majority of video specs, but the former comes in at a hefty $3,899 versus the R6 Mark III’s relatively affordable $2,799.

As someone who reviewed the R6 Mark III, I can also attest to it being an excellent camera. However, I still think there’s a very, very strong argument for the Canon EOS C50 if you’re a serious videographer.

Yes, you’ll have to spend a little more, but you get a much more well-rounded package. Not only do you get an XLR handle included, but the C50 also features internal fans for completely unrestricted video capture. The R6 Mark III, by comparison, features restrictions on 4K 60p footage and above.

Also, key R6 features like IBIS and a viewfinder are very likely to be redundant for more serious videographers. If you’re someone who prefers to use a gimbal or an external display, then the C50 is definitely the natural choice with its various mounting points.

I really think the C50 shines as a lightweight run-and-gun camera for indie productions, or perhaps more serious YouTube applications. At 670g, it’s not a super lightweight body, but it’s much more manageable than a beast like the higher-end C80.

I’ve only tested the R6 Mark III, but the C50’s sensor is capable of fantastic footage, and with an internal fan, you won’t encounter any issues with recording limits, even if you make full use of the 7K 60P internal RAW or 4K 120P recording.

For more details and sample footage, you can check out our hands-on Canon EOS C50 review. We only had a few hours with this particular model, but we were suitably impressed by its handling, autofocus, and stacked line-up of video features.