Canon EOS M50
Announced February 25, 2018
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Reviewer Consensus
Good
The Canon EOS M50 is a compact, user-friendly mirrorless camera that delivers sharp stills and reliable autofocus for beginners and hobbyists. That said, its 4K video functionality is severely limited by a heavy crop and the absence of Dual Pixel autofocus, making it a better fit for still photography than serious filmmaking.
Weighted from 37 reviewer scores
Pros
- Fast and accurate Dual Pixel autofocus system
- High-quality 24MP APS-C sensor
- Compact, lightweight, and ergonomic body design
- Fully articulating touchscreen for flexible framing
- Bright, high-resolution electronic viewfinder
Cons
- Severe 4K video crop and lack of Dual Pixel AF in 4K mode
- Short battery life
- Limited native lens selection for the EF-M mount
- No support for in-camera USB charging
- Noticeable rolling shutter in video
- Launch price $779.99 (USD)
- Sensor 24.1MP APS-C CMOS
- Video 4K 25p
- Stabilization None
- Burst 10 fps mechanical
What the Reviewers Say
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- DPReview 79/100
As a stills camera, the EOS M50 is a solid choice for photographers who want something more advanced than an entry-level camera, without going overboard. Its image quality, improved AF system and wireless connectivity are all impressive, and the new C-Raw format is a nice bonus.
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[T]he EOS M50 is a pretty clear Dave’s Pick.
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Indeed the M50 may be pitched as an upper entry-level model, but I reckon it's Canon's most compelling mirrorless to date. Coupled with a hotshoe and microphone input, the M50 will be as popular with vloggers as it is with those looking for an upgrade from smartphone photography.
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The Canon M50 is a nice, powerful and affordable little entry-level camera for people who want an interchangeable lens camera without having to schlepp around a huge amount of kit.
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Whether it is tucked into a pocket, in a camera case for backup purposes or used as an always-in-hand primary camera, the Canon EOS M50 can always be there for you with professional-grade image quality.
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This is an excellent entry-level beginners mirrorless camera, albeit at a higher price point, but I like the easiest menu system, the touchscreen is intuitive, the autofocus is quick, and things like that.
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The Canon EOS M50 offers a compact, DSLR styled mirrorless camera, with an updated 24mp APS-C CMOS sensor, which gives excellent image quality, with the same excellent colour reproduction that you get with Canon EOS DSLRs.
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It's surprisingly capable for what is after all only a "mid-range" camera, but unfortunately it also surprisingly under-performs in a few key areas, which may make or break its potential appeal.
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In many ways the EOS M50 is the best entry-level EOS Canon has yet made. It’s a great option both for beginners and for Canon DSLR owners tempted by the advantages of mirrorless.
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The Canon EOS M50 packs a lot of tech into its compact body, and the fact it has a viewfinder – when so many similarly priced mirrorless cameras don’t – is a big selling point.
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The Canon EOS M50 is the company's first affordable camera with 4K, but there are better mirrorless options out there for video.
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If you're looking for a mirrorless camera that offers great image quality, is easy to use and has a decent autofocus system, the EOS M50 is a great choice.
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The Canon EOS M50 does a very good job in many ways, but it doesn't quite knock Sony's A6300 from the top spot, due to low battery life and lackluster image stabilization in video mode. And Sony's system also offers more lenses at this point.
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The Canon EOS M50 shoots a beautiful image, but is has a rolling shutter problem.
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This is actually a fantastic camera for people who want to become a YouTuber. It's easy to use, great for beginners, but it's not for vloggers.
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For the price and features, the Canon EOS M50 offers a good value as a still image shooter.
- Photo Review 88%
The simplification of the M50’s controls will appeal to point-and-shooters. The auto functions provided sharp, well-exposed images and movie clips in our shooting tests, thanks in part to the improved autofocusing system.
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The M50 is sort of a breakthrough camera for video shooters. If you do not want to break the bank, and want and expect reliable fast AF, a swivel out screen and touch controls as well as an EVF and light weight WITH image stabilization built in, the M50 may be perfect for you.
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The Canon EOS M50 is a step up for the M series. It's taken time to get here, but Canon finally has a credible mirrorless APS-C camera on its hands.
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This Canon EOS M50 review reaches one clear conclusion: the M50 remains one of the best beginner cameras available in 2026. It teaches fundamentals without intimidation and delivers professional results.
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The Canon M50 is a mirrorless camera that bridges the gap between smartphone and DSLR. Though smaller, lighter and cheaper than a DSLR, it boasts impressive image quality, 4K video, 10 fps burst shooting, and an advanced autofocus system.
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To sum up this video, I have to say that I really like to use the Canon EOS M50 for what it is intended to do, which is casual shooting, making content for social media, and other types of non-professional to semi-professional use.
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This is probably Canon's best steal on the market right now, so let's do a deep dive in exactly what this camera does, who it's for, and should you still buy today.
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Small yet perfectly formed.
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The AF is very good and the touch screen works very well as well.
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The Canon EOS M50 is an excellent entry-level camera for aspiring, beginner, and hobbyist photographers alike. From its variety of features to its portable size and ease-of-use, unraveling this camera under the Christmas tree would excite even the most controlled picture-takers.
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The EOS M50 is one of the most compelling cameras Canon has ever released for their mirrorless line. It produces great image quality in stills and video and is easy to pick up and learn.
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It has a superb autofocus performance and bigger image sensor (better in low light) compared to Panasonic and Olympus with the same price range. With a small body size and lightweight, the EOS M50 is perfect for travellers or those who want to carry the camera daily.
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Okay, so I think the Canon EOS M50 is a great choice if you're looking for a mirrorless camera from Canon. It's a great camera to vlog, create video for YouTube, and also if you just want a nice portable camera for photography.
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The Canon EOS M50 is just super impressive. It's packed full of features.
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I'm actually having a lot of fun shooting with this camera. The colors look awesome, the AF focus works pretty well.
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[T]he ergonomic M50 is a solid choice among its competitors.
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I've said this multiple times and I've made a bunch of videos about this camera, I still think this is one of the best cameras you can buy if you're looking for a beginner or a budget camera under 500.
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This is a phenomenal budget Canon camera, and I think it might be better than a lot of the other cameras out there, especially for the price point [...]
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If you're a beginner photographer or videographer looking for a serious step up from your phone or a point and shoot, the Canon EOS M50 is an awesome entry point. It's easy to use, delivers great image quality, and gives you room to grow.
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[I]t is well, well worth the investment, and it's probably one of the most underrated cameras of all time.
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As far as overall performance go, it really does stack up to the Canon 80D and the Canon T7i. It has an incredibly awesome auto focusing system.
