A new vlogging camera is in town – the Canon EOS R50. It is their new entry-level mirrorless camera packing an APS-C sensor, 4K support, fast autofocus, USB-C support, and image stabilization optimized for handheld vlogging.
The Canon EOS R50 packs a 24.2MP APS-C sensor for sharper and more detailed images and videos while providing lesser noise in low-light. Like the EOS R8, it supports 6K oversampling but is limited to 4K30fps to reduce artefacts. It weighs in at only 375g and is around the same size as the EOS M50 Mark II.
Its Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system detects people, animals, and vehicles based on their characteristics. For close-up demos, the Movie for Close-Up Demo Mode quickly and automatically switches focus to the subject closest to the camera. This makes showcasing devices with an A-roll smoother.
For those who like going handheld with cameras, Canon is equipping the EOS R50 with two levels of Movie Image Stabilization that digitally performs 5-axis camera shake correction and is enhanced when combined with an RF lens with built-in image stabilization.
The camera will sport an Auto Leveling mode to automatically correct the angle in scenes and shooting angles where it is hard to keep the camera level. This saves time from manual correction. Streams can also use it to capture high-quality footage and audio via USB-C with no drivers required.
There is a host of new creative features to make life easier for both enthusiasts and amateurs. This includes Advance A+ to automatically capture and blend exposure-bracketed images for better night and backlit portraits, Creative Bracket to generate multiple versions of a photo with differing brightness and color tones, and Subject Blur Guide to help you with panning.
The Canon EOS R50 comes in two variants: body only for PhP 47,998 and kit for PhP 54,998. The latter will come with an RF-S18-45STM lens. It is up for pre-order in all Canon Image Squares, Canon concept stores, Canon online flagship stores such as Lazada and Shopee, and authorized partner retailers nationwide.
If you pre-order, you can get a free 64GB SD Card. You will also get perks including discounted rates for the Basic Videography Workshop. The camera is expected to hit retail shelves starting April 2023.
