Canon · Updated June 2026
Canon EOS R5 Mark II: price, specs & release date
Canon EOS R5 Mark II, released 2024-08. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: usa.canon.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is listed at $4299 on usa.canon.com as of 2026-06-27, the most expensive mirrorless cameras (median $1999); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 33/100 pay-blind standing, #13 of 19 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Fast, near-flawless autofocus and subject tracking; Intuitive handling, easy to use straight out of the box.
- Skip if Eye Control AF is finicky / hit-and-miss is a dealbreaker.
Is the Canon EOS R5 Mark II a good buy?
At $4299, the Canon EOS R5 Mark II is the most expensive of the 18 mirrorless cameras we track, where the median is $2099. On the spec sheet, its megapixels of 45 is above the median of the 19, its weight of 746 g is above the median of the 17, and its continuous of 30 fps is at the median of the 19. By release date, it is the newest of the 13 we date.
Evidence of Record
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Two independent labs measured this product across 2 physical metrics — thermal and battery. With a second lab on record, each figure comes from more than one independent hands-on source — a measure of how much evidence exists, not a rating of the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Canon EOS R5 Mark II
Two whitelisted hands-on reviewers (TechRadar, Tom's Guide) rate the EOS R5 Mark II a class-leading pro all-rounder. Both praise its fast, near-flawless autofocus and subject tracking, the 45MP stacked sensor's detail and 30fps burst speed, and intuitive handling straight out of the box, while flagging finicky Eye Control AF and battery life that falls short of the original R5. They split on the stacked sensor's dynamic-range tradeoff.
Based on 2 reviews · 2 lab-tested · 2024-09-11–2025-04-11
Tested by TechRadar, Tom's Guide
Consistently praised
- Fast, near-flawless autofocus and subject tracking · 2 sources
- Intuitive handling, easy to use straight out of the box · 2 sources
- 45MP stacked sensor delivers detailed images and 30fps burst speed · 2 sources
Commonly flagged
- Eye Control AF is finicky / hit-and-miss · 2 sources
- Battery life is short/underwhelming versus the original R5 · 2 sources
- 8K/60 RAW overheats fast (~7.5 min before shutdown in heat)
Where reviewers disagree The two split on the stacked sensor's dynamic range: TechRadar lists a 'very slight loss in dynamic range' versus the original R5 as a con, while Tom's Guide calls dynamic range impressive at up to 16 stops and flags no such downside.
The sources (2)
8K/60p RAW internal recording before overheat shutdown (26C ambient, direct sun): ~7.5 minutes · Frames captured on one charge before battery dropped ~75%: over 8,000 frames
the EOS R5 Mark II is arguably Canon's best pro camera yet.
In fact, I think the AF performance here is better than the Nikon Z8, which is my daily shooter.
Where it falls short compared to its predecessor is battery life.
Real-world shots per charge (mixed burst + single, outdoors): nearly 900 photos
The EOS R5 Mark II's handling is fantastic, and it's an easy camera to get accustomed with straight out of the box thanks to its intuitive menu and controls.
If it's speed, clarity and detail professionals need, the EOS R5 Mark II delivers.
Eye Control AF is finicky and battery life is underwhelming
Specifications
| Price (US) | $4299 US MSRP body only at launch July/August 2024; canon.com listed $4399 at time of review, with $500 savings |
|---|---|
| Brand | Canon |
| Released | 2024-08 |
| Sensor format | Full-frame |
| Megapixels | 45 |
| Max video | 8K@60p |
| Ibis | Yes |
| Mount | Canon RF |
| Continuous (fps) | 30 |
| Weight (g) | 746 |
Source: usa.canon.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by digitalcameraworld.com. Canon USA / Wikipedia confirmed 45MP BSI stacked CMOS, 8K60p RAW, IBIS up to 8.5 stops, RF mount, 30fps electronic. Weight per Wikipedia: 656g body-only, 746g with battery and memory card. Verifier corrected weight_g from 670g (which matched neither figure) to 746g for consistency with this file's with-battery-and-card convention. Launch MSRP $4299 body-only; Canon.com later showed $4399 with $500 savings. Announced July 2024, shipping August 2024.
Is the Canon EOS R5 Mark II worth it vs cheaper mirrorless cameras?
Canon EOS R5 Mark II against its closest cheaper and pricier mirrorless cameras on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 18 ranked
| Product | Price | Sensor format | Megapixels | Max video | Ibis | Mount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canon EOS R5 Mark II this | $4299 | Full-frame | 45 | 8K@60p | Yes | Canon RF |
| Sony Alpha A7R V | $3799 | Full-frame | 61 | 8K@24p | Yes | Sony E |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Canon EOS R5 Mark II?
Two whitelisted hands-on reviewers (TechRadar, Tom's Guide) rate the EOS R5 Mark II a class-leading pro all-rounder. Both praise its fast, near-flawless autofocus and subject tracking, the 45MP stacked sensor's detail and 30fps burst speed, and intuitive handling straight out of the box, while flagging finicky Eye Control AF and battery life that falls short of the original R5. They split on the stacked sensor's dynamic-range tradeoff. Praised: Fast, near-flawless autofocus and subject tracking; Intuitive handling, easy to use straight out of the box; 45MP stacked sensor delivers detailed images and 30fps burst speed. Flagged: Eye Control AF is finicky / hit-and-miss; Battery life is short/underwhelming versus the original R5; 8K/60 RAW overheats fast (~7.5 min before shutdown in heat). (From 2 tester reviews, 2 lab-tested.)
How much does the Canon EOS R5 Mark II cost?
The Canon EOS R5 Mark II has a US price of $4299 (US MSRP body only at launch July/August 2024; canon.com listed $4399 at time of review, with $500 savings), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Canon EOS R5 Mark II compare on price?
At $4299, the Canon EOS R5 Mark II is the most expensive of the 18 mirrorless cameras we track, where the median is $2099.
When was the Canon EOS R5 Mark II released?
The Canon EOS R5 Mark II was released 2024-08.
What are the Canon EOS R5 Mark II's key specs?
Canon EOS R5 Mark II (Canon): sensor format Full-frame, megapixels 45, max video 8K@60p, ibis Yes, mount Canon RF. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $4299 at usa.canon.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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