Canon EOS R5 C: Professional 8K Cinema Camera Technical Specifications
An overview of the professional hybrid cinema camera.
R5 C Photo and Video Options
Canon's EOS R5 C merges the professional video capabilities of the Cinema EOS series with the still image performance of the EOS R5, creating a true hybrid model.
8K Sensor and DIGIC X Enable 8K/60p Recording
Equipped with an 8K sensor and DIGIC X processing, the EOS R5 C supports high-quality 8K/60p video. This requires external power via the DR-E6C coupler & CA-946 AC adapter or the PD-E1 USB power adapter. The Cinema RAW Light format with its high efficiency mode enables 8K/60p recording internally without an external recorder.
Visual Description: The camera features an 8K sensor and the DIGIC X image processor, enabling advanced video recording capabilities.
Expanded Interface and Design for Professional Video
A Timecode terminal, essential for multi-camera shooting, has been added. The multi-accessory shoe supports professional audio input. A built-in cooling fan expels heat from the body, allowing for extended shooting of high-definition 8K/4K video without interruption.
Visual Description: A cutaway diagram of the camera illustrates its internal cooling system, showing air intake from the rear right side and exhaust from the side, ensuring thermal management during prolonged recording.
R5 C High Performance Photo/Movie Options
Canon's high-resolution, high-speed CMOS sensor, optimized for the EOS R5 C, combined with the RF lens and DIGIC X image engine, enables 8K/60p video, high-speed continuous capture at approximately 20 frames per second, and approximately 45 million pixels, all within a single body.
Visual Description: The camera features an RF mount, a High Speed CMOS Sensor, and a DIGIC X Processor, working together for high-performance imaging.
Visual Description: An internal cooling fan system is integrated into the camera body to manage heat during extended recording sessions, with clear indications of air intake and exhaust paths.
Worlds Collide with High Performance Photo and Video
Supports 8K/60p* Internal RAW Recording
8K offers outstanding definition and realism, providing 16 times the resolution of full HD video. This enables unprecedented capabilities in video expression and flexible workflows, such as 4K cropping from 8K footage. The EOS R5 C can also record 8K video in the versatile MP4 format. Lighter proxy video can be recorded simultaneously.
Visual Description: Icons and text highlight 8K resolution, 4K resolution, 4:2:2 10-bit color depth, and 4K/120P High Frame Rate (HFR) capabilities.
High-Quality 4K Video
The EOS R5 C reads signals from all effective pixels of its full-frame 8K sensor, enabling 4:2:2 10-bit high-definition recording through oversampling during 4K/2K video recording.
4K/120P High Frame Rate Video
High Frame Rate (HFR) movies can be recorded at a maximum of 120P in 4K resolution (4096x2160/3840x2160) without cropping the angle of view. 4:2:2 10-bit sampling is supported even when shooting in HFR. Autofocus (AF) and audio recording on a separate file are also enabled during HFR.
Visual Description: The camera supports 4K 120P recording with Dual Pixel AF and Audio Recording.
Variety of Recording Formats
In addition to Cinema RAW Light, which offers light data sizes for RAW recording, the EOS R5 C supports MXF-based XF-AVC, conforming to broadcasting standards, and the highly versatile MP4 format.
Visual Description: Supported formats include Cinema RAW Light, MP4, and XF-AVC.
* 8K 60p recording requires external power via DR-E6C DC coupler + CA-946 power adapter (with RF/EF lenses via EF-EOS R adapter) or PD-E1 USB Power adapter (RF lenses only). Accessories sold separately.
Simultaneous Recording in Different Formats
Simultaneous recording options in different file formats, resolutions, and color sampling can be assigned according to workflow requirements.
Full Featured Custom Picture with HDR Support
The camera offers various Custom Picture profiles, each with specific Gamma/Gamut and Color Matrix settings, supporting HDR workflows.
| Custom Picture File | Gamma/Gamut | Color Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| C1: BT.709 Wide DR | BT.709 Wide DR / BT.709 | Neutral |
| C2: Canon Log 3 | Canon Log 3 / Cinema Gamut | Neutral |
| C3: PQ | PQ / BT.2020 | Neutral |
| C4: HLG | HLG / BT.2020 | Neutral |
| C5: BT.709 Standard | BT.709 Standard / BT.709 | Video |
| C6: EOS Standard | Look File: EOS Standard BT.709 Wide DR / BT.709 | Neutral |
| C7: EOS Neutral | Look File: EOS Neutral Base: BT.709 Wide DR / BT.709 | Neutral |
| C8: User08-C20:User20 | BT.709 Wide DR / BT.709 | Neutral |
Enhanced Image Stabilization
With an RF lens and electronic IS, coordinated control achieves optimum hand-shake correction. This system enhances anti-vibration performance compared to conventional EF lens and electronic IS combinations.
Visual Description: Diagrams compare image stabilization for EF mount and RF mount lenses. For the RF mount, a "Coordinated control" is shown, communicating IS information between the lens and the camera body, enhancing stabilization effectiveness across Yaw, Pitch, and Roll axes, integrating Optical IS in the lens with Electronic IS in the camera.
High Performance, High Precision Focusing
Canon's Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology utilizes every pixel on the imaging sensor for both focus detection and image capture, ensuring high precision and image quality. Touch focus allows control of high-speed continuous AF across approximately 80% of the screen's vertical and horizontal area.
Visual Description: On-screen displays demonstrate the camera's focusing capabilities, including a "Measurable area" indicator at 80% of the screen, active "Eye AF" tracking a human eye, and examples of subject tracking in motion. The Dual Pixel Focus Guide provides visual feedback on whether the focus is in front or back of the subject.
Visual Description: A diagram illustrates the "Front focus", "Focused", and "Back focus" states, aided by the Dual Pixel Focus Guide.
Eye AF detects the human eye and closely tracks it, continuing to shoot while maintaining accurate focus. Head detection is also supported for tracking subjects even in fast-moving situations.
Additional Terminals for Professional Video Requirements
The EOS R5 C is equipped with a comprehensive set of terminals:
- External Mic Input
- Timecode input/output terminal (Din 1.0/2.3)
- Digital terminal (USB Type-C)
- HDMI micro output
- Head terminal
- Sync terminal
- Timecode in/out terminal
Visual Description: Images showcase various accessories including the Battery Grip BG-R10, WFT-R10 Wireless File Transmitter, DM-E1D Stereo Microphone, DR-E6C DC coupler and CA-946 AC adapter, and PD-E1 USB power adapter.
Communication Functions
The camera supports various communication functions to enhance workflow:
- Wi-Fi: Wireless connectivity.
- USB: For data transfer and power.
- New Browser Remote: Wireless control optimized for single-operator shooting, with improved smartphone and tablet layouts. The UI is optimized for larger screens and easy operation.
- Content Transfer Mobile App: Works with the Wireless File Transmitter WFT-R10 to instantly transfer proxy camera files (video/audio) and News Metadata to compatible smartphones, speeding up workflows.
- Multi-Function Shoe: Allows audio transmission as a digital signal when used with an optional XLR adapter and digital MIC.
Technical Specifications (EOS R5 C Video Mode)
| Sensor | Full Frame |
| Effective pixels | 45M |
| Readout | Non-addition |
| IBIS | No |
| ISO (extended) | Video mode: ISO160~25600 (100-102400) |
| Mount | RF |
| Focus | DAF (121 points) |
| ND filter | No |
| IS | Electronic IS (90%, 70%) |
| LCD | Vari-angle 3.2 inch touch screen (approximately 2.10 million dots) |
| EVF | 0.5 type 5.76M, 0.76x 60fps |
| Gamma | BT.709 Standard, BT.709 Normal, BT.709 Wide DR, Canon Log 3, PQ, HLG |
| Color Gamut | BT709, BT2020, Cinema Gamut |
| Custom Picture | Yes |
| Picture Style | No |
| LUT | Output LUT: No Record LUT (LookFile): Yes |
| Touch UI | Yes |
| Shooting assist | WFM: Yes Peaking: Yes Magn.: Yes Focus guide: Yes Market: Yes |
Technical Specifications (Continued - EOS R5 C Video Mode)
| Recording resolutions | 8192 x 4320, 7680 x 4320, 4096 x 2160, 3840 x 2160, 2048 x 1080, 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 |
| Frame rate | 59.94p, 29.97p, 23.98p, 50.00p, 25.00p |
| S&F frame rate | 59.94i, 50.00i (XF-AVC) |
| Maximum frame rate per resolution | 1p - 120p (with multiple steps) Fit 8K 60p Fit 4K 60p Fit 4K 120p CropS35 4K 60P CropS16 2K 120P |
| Color sample bit depth | 4:2:2 10bit |
| Recording formats | XF-AVC: Yes XF-HEVC: No MP4 [H.264]: Yes MP4 [H.265(HEVC)]: Yes |
| RAW | Cinema RAW Light 8K60P, 5.9K60P, 2.9K120P |
| Special recording | Proxy recording: Yes Double recording: Yes Relay recording: Yes Pre recording: Yes S&F: Yes Interval recording: Yes |
| Timecode | IN/OUT: Yes |
| Recording media | CFexpress (Type B) x1 / SD (UHS-II) x1 |
| Audio Format | LPCM 24bit/48kHz/4ch (MXF,RAW) LPCM 16bit/48kHz/4ch (MP4) AAC 16bit/48kHz/2ch (MP4) |
| Battery and AC adapter | LP-E6NH / 2130mAh |
| Dustproof/moisture-proof construction | Same as EOS C300 Mark III / C70 |
| Weight (camera only) | Approximately 680g (1.5lbs) |
| Size | Approximately 141.5 x 97.5 x 111mm |
Technical Specifications (Continued - EOS R5 C Video Mode)
| Wi-Fi | Special grip (WFT-R10) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Ether | Special grip (WFT-R10) |
| IP-Streaming | Yes |
| FTP transfer | Yes |
| Browser Remote | Yes |
| Camera Connect / EOS Utility | No |
| SDI terminal | No |
| HDMI | TYPE-D (micro) 4K@60P 422 10bit |
| USB Type-C | Yes (Charging/power supply) |
| MIC | XLR adapter / 3.5Φ MIC terminal |
| Remote A | No |
| T/C | Coaxial compact |
