Canon EOS R5 Mark II
Announced July 17, 2024
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Reviewer Consensus
Exceptional
The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is a highly versatile, high-performance hybrid camera that excels in both professional photography and videography. It offers a sophisticated feature set, including advanced autofocus and image quality, making it a top-tier choice for serious creators.
Weighted from 24 reviewer scores
Pros
- Advanced, high-speed autofocus with reliable subject tracking
- Professional-grade video capabilities and heat management
- Excellent image quality and high-resolution performance
- High-performance viewfinder and burst shooting speeds
- Ergonomic design and intuitive handling
Cons
- Minor design flaws in hardware and interface
- Eye-controlled autofocus reliability varies by user
- High price point and expensive accessories
- Compatibility issues with older batteries and third-party accessories
- Complex menu system and steep learning curve
- Launch price $4,299 (USD)
- Sensor 45MP Full-Frame Stacked BSI CMOS
- Video 8K 60p 4K 120p
- Stabilization In-body IS, 8.5 stops (CIPA)
- Burst 30 fps electronic 12 fps mechanical
What the Reviewers Say
All 24 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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- PetaPixel 9/10
This is Canon's most versatile camera to date.
- DPReview 93%
If you don’t own a recent camera, the EOS R5 II is very easy to recommend [...]
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It’s very difficult to think of anything that counts as a significant flaw.
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The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is an incredibly-high-performing camera, the best general-purpose model ever designed. Three EOS R5 Mark II cameras are the basis for my kit.
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This really is one of the best cameras available today.
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It is a high quality professional/high end amateur hybrid camera that endeavours to cover all bases to a very high standard and succeeds in virtually every respect.
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It might look strikingly similar to its predecessor at first glance whilst offering the same megapixel count, but underneath the hood Canon have clearly been hard at work souping up what was already a very capable engine.
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This is one of the most well-rounded cameras for the money that I've ever seen.
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I use a lot of cameras in my job, but this is simply the best camera I've ever used. Bold words, but the Canon EOS R5 Mark II backs them up.
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If you already own compatible lenses, it's the high-resolution camera to get [...]
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While its buffer memory can struggle a little in some real-world scenarios and Eye Control AF is still hit and miss, the EOS R5 Mark II is arguably Canon's best pro camera yet.
- Photo Review 9.1/10
Like the original EOS R5, the second-generation model is targeted at very high-end enthusiasts and professional photographers and videographers who require a versatile camera with extensive all-round capabilities.
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The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is one of the best cameras available right now, with some impressive features and functionality, including a 45MP sensor and excellent high ISO handling.
- Photography News 95/100
[T]hree days was enough to form a largely positive opinion and there is plenty for stills and video shooters to enjoy.
- SlashGear 9/10
Between its rugged build quality, fully articulating display, and the best autofocus system I've ever used, it's certainly a compelling option, particularly considering its similarly impressive video capabilities and gorgeous image quality.
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[...] The R5 Mark II is undoubtedly a premium camera, but its feature set justifies the investment for serious photographers and videographers.
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The Canon R5 Mark II is a powerful and versatile camera that raises the bar for hybrid shooters who want top-notch image quality and video performance in one package.
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The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is a great camera.
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The EOS R5 Mk II is among the world's few best mirrorless cameras [...] due to its great combination of resolution, high frame rates and image quality, superior autofocus, finder, ergonomics, lens collection and superior technical support.
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It reminds me a lot of the Sony A7R V, though the Sony camera is a bit older, and can't quite compete in specs.
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It's a serious upgrade, but could be overkill for more casual photographers.
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The Canon R5 Mark II’s refined handling, aligning more closely with the R6 II, makes it a versatile, advanced camera for professionals and enthusiasts alike.
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It can be so easy to get bogged down in the endless key-feature-bullet-lists that sometimes I forget, the ultimate purpose of the photography industry is to facilitate creativity. The R5 Mark II does exactly that.
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The Canon R5 Mark II isn't a revolutionary upgrade, but it doesn't need to be.
