Should I upgrade from the Canon EOS R3 to the Canon EOS R1?
Upgrading is worth it if those changes matter to your photography. Both use the Canon RF / RF-S mount, so your lenses fit directly.
What you gain
- 24.2MP instead of 24.1MP
- faster bursts (40fps vs 30fps)
- 3 years of newer processing and autofocus (2021 → 2024)
What you give up
- a heavier body (1115g vs 1015g)
What it costs
| EOS R1 new | £6,399 |
| EOS R1 used (MPB, typical) | None listed |
| Your EOS R3 trade-in (rough estimate) | ≈ £1,690 |
| Net cost buying used | — |
Trade-in estimates assume about two-thirds of the typical MPB resale price; real offers vary with condition and shutter count.
Specs side by side
Canon EOS R3 specs · Canon EOS R1 specs · full comparison · best lenses for the EOS R1
Other upgrade paths
Frequently asked questions
Should I upgrade from the Canon EOS R3 to the Canon EOS R1?
The upgrade is worth it if those changes matter to your photography. You gain 24.2MP instead of 24.1MP, faster bursts (40fps vs 30fps), 3 years of newer processing and autofocus (2021 → 2024), but you lose a heavier body (1115g vs 1015g).
How much does it cost to upgrade from the EOS R3 to the EOS R1?
The EOS R1 costs £6,399 new. Trading in a used EOS R3 might bring roughly £1,690, so the net cost is around £4,709 buying used (a rough estimate: get quotes from MPB, Wex and Park Cameras).
Will my EOS R3 lenses work on the EOS R1?
Both use the Canon RF / RF-S mount, so your lenses fit directly.