Canon EOS R5 vs Canon EOS R5 Mark II
Canon EOS R5 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. the EOS R5 Mark II is better for beginners, wildlife, sports.
Choose the EOS R5 for
- a lighter body (738g vs 746g)
- a lower price (from £1,239)
Choose the EOS R5 Mark II for
- faster bursts (30fps vs 20fps)
- a newer design (2024)
Specs side by side
| Spec | EOS R5 | EOS R5 Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 45MP | Full frame, 45MP |
| Mount | Canon RF (full frame) | Canon RF (full frame) |
| Released | 2020 | 2024 |
| Burst | 20 fps | 30 fps |
| Readout | — | ≈6 ms |
| Max ISO | 51,200 | 51,200 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 8K 30p | 8K 60p RAW |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 738 g | 746 g |
| Battery | Canon LP-E6NH | Canon LP-E6P |
| Card slots | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | No longer sold new | £4,399 |
| Used at MPB | £1,239–2,009 | £3,199–3,499 |
| Native lenses in our database | 36 (14 third-party) | 36 (14 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | EOS R5 Mark II |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | EOS R5 Mark II |
| Sports & action | EOS R5 Mark II |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | About equal |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
Both cameras use the Canon RF / RF-S mount, so lenses move between them. Batteries: Canon LP-E6NH vs Canon LP-E6P (about £99).
EOS R5 compatible lenses → · EOS R5 Mark II compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canon EOS R5 better than the Canon EOS R5 Mark II?
It depends on your priorities. The EOS R5 offers a lighter body (738g vs 746g), a lower price (from £1,239); the EOS R5 Mark II offers faster bursts (30fps vs 20fps), a newer design (2024).
Which is better for video, the EOS R5 or the EOS R5 Mark II?
They are closely matched for video (8K 30p vs 8K 60p RAW); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the EOS R5 or the EOS R5 Mark II?
The EOS R5 costs No longer sold new new and from £1,239 used at MPB; the EOS R5 Mark II costs £4,399 new and from £3,199 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Canon EOS R5 lenses on the EOS R5 Mark II?
Yes. Both use the Canon RF / RF-S mount.