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Canon EOS R5 II vs Canon EOS RP: which is better?

Canon EOS R5 II and Canon EOS RP compared side by side across 123 specs and 14 scored categories — every winner highlighted, so the right pick is obvious.

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CANON

Canon EOS R5 II

$4,944

BEST OVERALL

CANON

Canon EOS RP

$999

BEST VALUE

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⚡ COMPARZONE VERDICT

The Canon EOS R5 II takes the overall win.

Highest composite at 9.2/10 — 0.7 ahead of the Canon EOS RP. Dead heat on user reviews. Scroll for the category-by-category breakdown.

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CATEGORY WINS · 14 SCOREDTIES SHOWN GREY

AUTO

BATT

BUIL

DESI

DOXM

FEAT

IMAG

OPTI

PERF

THEV

USER

VIDE

VALU

Canon EOS R5 II×10

Canon EOS RP×3

Canon EOS R5 II Mirrorless CameraBEST OVERALL

Canon EOS RP Full-Frame Mirrorless CameraBEST VALUE

01 · SCORE RADAR

Performance profile

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LARGEST GAPTHE VERDICT — Canon EOS R5 II leads by 9.2

TIGHTESTUSER REVIEWS — dead heat between the top two

02 · CATEGORY BREAKDOWN

Category showdown

R5 IIEOS RP

AutofocusiCanon EOS R5 II · +1.5

R5 II9.5

EOS RP8.0

BATTERYiCanon EOS R5 II · +2.0

R5 II8.0

EOS RP6.0

BuildiCanon EOS R5 II · +1.8

R5 II9.3

EOS RP7.5

DESIGNiCanon EOS R5 II · +0.5

R5 II9.0

EOS RP8.5

DOXMARKiCanon EOS RP · +8.5

R5 II0.0

EOS RP8.5

FEATURESiCanon EOS R5 II · +1.4

R5 II9.4

EOS RP8.0

Image QualityiCanon EOS R5 II · +1.1

R5 II9.6

EOS RP8.5

OPTICSiCanon EOS R5 II · +1.5

R5 II9.5

EOS RP8.0

PERFORMANCEiCanon EOS R5 II · +1.7

R5 II9.5

EOS RP7.8

THE VERDICTiCanon EOS R5 II · +9.2

R5 II9.2

EOS RP0.0

USER REVIEWSiTIED AT 0.0

R5 II0.0

EOS RP0.0

VIDEOGRAPHYiCanon EOS R5 II · +2.5

R5 II9.5

EOS RP7.0

VideoiCanon EOS RP · +7.0

R5 II0.0

EOS RP7.0

ValueiCanon EOS RP · +9.0

R5 II0.0

EOS RP9.0

03 · VALUE MAP

Price vs performance

TOP-LEFT IS THE SWEET SPOT

SCORE PER $100 · RANKED

01Canon EOS RP0.85BEST DEAL

02Canon EOS R5 II0.19

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04 · THE FULL SHEET

Full specifications

123 SPECS · ALL SHOWN

SPECS

Canon EOS R5 II$4,94425W9.2

Canon EOS RP$9995W8.5

AF Pointsi

—

4,779

Subject Detectioni

—

Eye, Face, Animal

Burst RateFPSi

—

5 fps

Battery HealthWHi

15.3 Wh

7.5 Wh

Removable BatteryiSAME

Yes

Battery Level IndicatoriSAME

Yes

Battery PowerMAHi

2,130 mAh

1040 mAh mAh

Rechargeable BatteryiSAME

Yes

Full Charge Shotsi

340–630 shots (CIPA)

250-270 shots

Battery VoltageViSAME

7.2 V

Battery Modeli

Canon LP-E6P Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

LP-E17

Card Slotsi

Dual (CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II) (Expected)

Single SD (UHS-II)

Weather SealingiSAME

Yes

Battery (CIPA)SHOTSi

—

250 shots

WeightGi

—

485 g

Weather Sealed ( Splashproof )i

Yes

Dust and Drip Resistant

Screen Resolutioni

2.10M dots

1.04 million dots

Touch ScreeniSAME

Yes

System CameraiSAME

Mirrorless

EVF ResolutionM DOTSi

5.76 m dots← BEST +144%

2.36 m dots

Screen SizeINCHi

3.2 inch← BEST +7%

3 inch

Hot ShoeiSAME

Yes

FlashiSAME

Flip Out ScreeniSAME

Yes

VolumeCM³i

1,310 cm³

755 cm³

Lowest Potential Operating Temperature°CiSAME

0 °C

Tilting Viewfinderi

N/A

EVF Refresh Rate ( Max )HZi

120 Hz← BEST +100%

60 Hz

WidthMMi

138.5 mm← BEST +5%

132.5 mm

HeightMMi

101.2 mm← BEST +19%

85 mm

Maximum Operating Temperature°CiSAME

40 °C

Waterproof Depthi

N/A

0 m

Thicknessi

93.5

70.0 mm

Dxomark Sensor Scorei

85← BEST

Dxomark Sports Scorei

22.8← BEST

Dxomark Landscape Scorei

13.5← BEST

Dxomark Portrait Scorei

24.3← BEST

Bluetooth Versioni

5.3

4.1

Typei

Mirrorless

Mirrorless Camera

Viewfinderi

Electronic viewfinder (EVF)

Electronic

Viewfinder CoverageiSAME

100

WeightGi

746 g← BEST +54%

484 g

Processori

DIGIC X with DIGIC Accelerator (Co-Processor)

DIGIC 8

Release Datei

08/30/2024

2019-02-14

Wi-Fi SupportediSAME

Yes

Bluetooth SupportediSAME

Yes

Dual Card Slotsi

Yes← BEST

Pixel Shift Shoti

N/A

Shoots RawiSAME

Yes

Supports Lossless Compressed RawiSAME

Yes

Wi-Fi Versioni

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)

802.11b/g/n

Supports A RemoteiSAME

Yes

HDMI SupportediSAME

Yes

GPS SupportiSAME

Support Live Streamingi

Yes← BEST

Advanced Hot Shoei

Yes (Canon Multi-Function Shoe)

Internal StorageiSAME

HDMI Versioni

N/A

Type C (Mini)

Internal Storage SizeiSAME

0 GB

NFC Supportedi

Yes← BEST

USB Type-CiSAME

Yes

External Memory SlotiSAME

Yes

Sensori

Full-Frame CMOS (Expected)

Full-Frame CMOS

ResolutionMPi

45 MP← BEST +72%

26.2 MP

ISO Rangei

100–51,200

100-40000 (expandable to 50-102400)

Dynamic RangeSTOPSi

14.81 stops← BEST +10%

13.5 stops

Stabilizationi

In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS)

Digital (Video), Lens-based

Sensor Sizei

Full-Frame

35.9 x 24.0 mm

Lens MountiSAME

Yes

Megapixelsi

26.2 MP

Maximum ISOi

102,400← BEST +156%

40,000

Sensor Shift Stabilizationi

Yes← BEST

Continuous Shootingi

30 fps

5 fps

Phase Detection Autofocus For PhotosiSAME

Yes

Fastest Shutter Speedi

1/32,000 sec

1/4000 s

Focus Pointsi

1,053

4,779

Maximum Expanded ISOi

102,400

102400

AF TrackingiSAME

Yes

Manual FocusiSAME

Yes

Touch AutofocusiSAME

Yes

Manual Shutter SpeediSAME

Yes

BSI SensoriSAME

Manual ExposureiSAME

Yes

Serial Shot ModeiSAME

Yes

CMOS SensoriSAME

Yes

Built In HDR ModeiSAME

Yes

Two Stage ShutteriSAME

Yes

Manual ISOiSAME

Yes

Flash Sync Speedi

1/250 sec

1/180 s

Manual White BalanceiSAME

Yes

Exposure Timei

30 s

30 - 1/4000 s

Image Stabilization Ratingi

10← BEST +54%

6.5

Maximum Electronic Shutter Speedi

1/32,000

N/A

Can Combine Image Stabilizationi

Yes (IBIS + OIS)

Can Create Panoramas In Camerai

—

Stacked Cmos Sensori

Yes← BEST

USB SupportediSAME

Yes

USB Versioni

USB 3.2 Gen 2

2.0 (Type-C)

Pixel Size ( Main Camera )i

5.96 µm

Build Qualityi

10← BEST +33%

7.5

Controlsi

10← BEST +25%

Autofocus Pointsi

10← BEST +25%

Image Qualityi

10← BEST +18%

8.5

Video Qualityi

10← BEST +43%

Battery Lifei

8.8← BEST +47%

Low Light Performancei

9.8← BEST +23%

The Verdicti

—

The Canon EOS RP is an excellent choice for photographers seeking an affordable entry into the full-frame mirrorless world, offering superb image quality and a user-friendly experience, despite some video and battery limitations.

CommentsiSAME

—

Overall Ratingi

9.8← BEST +29%

7.6

Color Combinationi

9.7← BEST +5%

9.2

Video Recording ( Main Camera )i

8K@60fps, 4K@120fps, 1080p@240fps

4K (24p/25p), 1080p (60p)

Phase Detection Autofocus For VideosiSAME

Yes

Microphone InputiSAME

Yes

Audio Jacki

Yes← BEST

Timelapse FunctioniSAME

Yes

Movie Bit Ratei

Up to 2,600 Mbps (2.6 Gbps)

120 Mbps (4K), 60 Mbps (1080p)

24p Cinema ModeiSAME

Yes

Supports Slow Motion Video Recordi

Yes← BEST

Continuous Autofocus When Recording MoviesiSAME

Yes

Stereo MicrophoneiSAME

Yes

MicrophoneiSAME

Yes

Max Videoi

—

3840 x 2160 (4K)

Internal Colori

—

8-bit 4:2:0 (internal)

ROW WINS

05 · WHICH ONE IS FOR YOU

Pick by persona

RE-RANKS LIVE AS YOU ADD OR REMOVE PRODUCTS

THE ALL-ROUNDER

Best overall

Canon EOS R5 IICANON9.2

ALL GROUPSEQUAL WEIGHT

Best total score across weighted category factors.

RUNNER-UP · Canon EOS RP (8.5)

FOR VALUE SEEKERS

Best bang for buck

Canon EOS RPCANON8.5

SCORE ÷ PRICELIVE PRICES

Strongest score-to-price ratio from the available price data.

RUNNER-UP · Canon EOS R5 II (0.2)

PRIORITY · THE VERDICT

Best for the verdict

Canon EOS R5 IICANON9.2

THE VERDICT WEIGHTEDCONF 88%

Best visible score in the the verdict category group.

RUNNER-UP · Canon EOS RP (0.0)

PRIORITY · VALUE

Best for value

Canon EOS RPCANON9.0

VALUE WEIGHTEDCONF 86%

Best visible score in the value category group.

RUNNER-UP · Canon EOS R5 II (0.0)

06 · BOTTOM LINE

Why pick each

STRENGTHS · AND ONE HONEST TRADE-OFF

#1CANON0.0

Canon EOS R5 II

“The Canon EOS R5 II is the highly anticipated successor to Canon's flagship mirrorless camera, expected to redefine professional photography”

Image Quality 9.6

Autofocus 9.5

Wins Image Quality

Wins Overall Rating

TRADE-OFFHigh expected price point

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#2CANON0.0

Canon EOS RP

“The Canon EOS RP is an accessible full-frame mirrorless camera, ideal for enthusiasts looking to step up their photography game without brea”

Value 9.0

DESIGN 8.5

Wins AF Points

Wins Burst Rate

TRADE-OFFLimited battery life

BEST VALUEFull review →

Still deciding? The Canon EOS R5 II is the safest pick.

COMPOSITE 9.2/10 · WINS 10 OF 14 CATEGORIES

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Canon EOS R5 II Mirrorless Camera vs Canon EOS RP Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera: which is better?

The Canon EOS R5 II Mirrorless Camera is our overall pick, scoring 9.2/10 against 8.5/10 for the Canon EOS RP Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera — a 8% edge. Current starting prices span $999–$4,944. The score weighs category-specific cameras attributes, spec wins, price signals, and data confidence — not sponsorships.

Canon EOS R5 II Mirrorless Camera leads overall with a 9.2 total score.
Canon EOS R5 II Mirrorless Camera wins 66 comparable specs with a 60% weighted win rate.
Canon EOS R5 II Mirrorless Camera has the strongest high-impact advantage in Image Quality.
Canon EOS RP Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera has the best visible score-to-price balance based on available starting price.

Canon EOS R5 II Mirrorless CameraWINNER 9.2/10

The Canon EOS R5 II is the highly anticipated successor to Canon's flagship mirrorless camera, expected to redefine professional photography and videography.

Pros

+ Anticipated high-resolution sensor
+ Expected advanced AI autofocus
+ Improved 8K video capabilities
+ Robust, weather-sealed build

Cons

− High expected price point
− Potential for thermal limitations in 8K
− Not yet officially released

Best for: Professional wildlife photographers · High-end wedding videographers · Sports and action photographers

“Verdict: The Canon EOS R5 II, while still unreleased, is expected to be a top-tier mirrorless camera, offering significant upgrades over the already excellent EOS R5. It's an anticipated powerhouse for professionals seeking the absolute…”

Canon EOS RP Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera8.5/10

The Canon EOS RP is an accessible full-frame mirrorless camera, ideal for enthusiasts looking to step up their photography game without breaking the bank.

Pros

+ Affordable full-frame mirrorless
+ Excellent image quality
+ Compact and lightweight design
+ Vari-angle touchscreen LCD

Cons

− Limited battery life
− Cropped 4K video
− No in-body image stabilization

Best for: Budget-conscious full-frame users · Travel and everyday photography · Portrait and landscape enthusiasts

“Verdict: The Canon EOS RP is an excellent choice for photographers seeking an affordable entry into the full-frame mirrorless world, offering superb image quality and a user-friendly experience, despite some video and battery…”

Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Canon EOS R5 II Mirrorless Camera or Canon EOS RP Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera?

By ComparZone's weighted scoring of category-specific cameras specs, the Canon EOS R5 II Mirrorless Camera scores highest overall (9.2/10, 0.7 points ahead of the Canon EOS RP Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera). It is the better all-round pick, but the right choice depends on your priorities — the spec table above shows exactly where each one wins.

What are the main differences between Canon EOS R5 II Mirrorless Camera and Canon EOS RP Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera?

The biggest measurable differences are Image Quality, Overall Rating, Sensor — with the Canon EOS R5 II Mirrorless Camera leading on Image Quality. The grouped spec sheet above marks the winner of every comparable spec.

Is the Canon EOS R5 II Mirrorless Camera better value than the Canon EOS RP Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera?

The Canon EOS R5 II Mirrorless Camera starts around $4,944 and the Canon EOS RP Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera around $999. Weigh the score gap against the price gap: a small score lead rarely justifies a large premium unless it comes from the specs you personally care about.

Can I compare other cameras on ComparZone?

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