Canon Cinema EOS C50 Camera Body

Overview

The EOS C50 is a compact, lightweight digital cinema camera boasting an impressive 7K 60P Full Frame sensor and a Canon RF mount, ideal for solo shooters and production teams. It delivers high-end cinema features, 3:2 Open Gate recording and 32MP stills. A removable top handle provides dual XLR inputs, audio controls and comfortable ergonomics. With HDMI Type-A, Timecode, USB-C, and Wi-Fi, it’s built for versatility, speed, and creative freedom. Positioned at the start of the Cinema EOS lineup, the EOS C50 offers a versatile option for filmmakers seeking more advanced video capabilities alongside high-res photo capture in a compact body. In short, it’s the perfect camera for professional videographers ready to step up their production game.

Cinematic 7K Full Frame Capture

Shoot stunning 7K with Canon’s Full Frame CMOS sensor, Dual Base ISO (800/6400), and 15+ stops of dynamic range. Capture 32MP stills at 40fps with ISO up to 64,000 and enjoy oversampled 4K with rich, organic colour reproduction.

Open the Gate for Maximum Flexibility

Unleash your vision with Open Gate 12-bit RAW at 6984×4656 in 3:2. Shoot widescreen, vertical, or anamorphic in stunning detail. Switch easily between Full Frame, Super 35mm, and Super 16mm modes.

Harness the Power of the RF mount

Unlock RF mount speed, power and versatility with prime, zoom, hybrid and cinema lenses. Enjoy premium optics, real-time metadata, fast AF/IS, and seamless PL/EF lens integration via Canon mount adapters.

Sharp. Fast. Reliable.

Enjoy ultra-responsive autofocus with enhanced face, eye, and animal tracking across 100% of the sensor with Dual Pixel CMOS AF II. Plus, EOS iTR AF X, Detect Only, Focus Guide, and custom speed settings keep you sharp and ready.

Capture more with High Frame Rates

Shoot scalable 12-bit Cinema RAW Light up to 7K 60p, plus 4K 120p and 2K 180p and oversampled 4K 10-bit XF-AVC/MXF and XF-AVC S/XF-HEVC S (MP4). CFexpress Type B and UHS-II SD card slots enable proxy and multi-format recording for fast, flexible workflows.

Connect like a Pro

The EOS C50 packs pro connectivity: full HDMI, timecode, mic and headphone jacks, USB-C, plus a detachable handle with 2x XLRs. Built-in Wi-Fi and USB-C enable real-time IP streaming, UVC/UAC output, remote control, and power for Canon’s DM-E1D mic and compatible Third-party XLR adapters.

Sleek, Ultra-Compact Ergonomics

The EOS C50 is Canon’s lightest, most compact Cinema EOS camera, featuring a detachable XLR top handle, 3" articulating touchscreen, active cooling, 14 assignable buttons, zoom rockers, tally lamp, and multiple mounts – perfect for handheld, gimbals, and drones.

Engineered for Live Multi-Cam Action

Unlock full control with Canon XC Protocol accessories and apps like RC-IP1000 and Multi-Camera Control. Oversee multi-camera studios effortlessly and adjust settings, shading, and sync to Cinema EOS, PTZ, and XF Series cameras in real time.

Future-Ready for VFX, Virtual & VR Workflows

The EOS C50 powers real-time lens metadata for flawless virtual production and VFX, fully compatible with Unreal Engine and After Effects. Plus, pair it with Canon’s RF 5.2mm Dual Fisheye lens to capture jaw-dropping stereoscopic 180° VR.