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Canon EOS R5 · Body only — full-frame · 2020
Canon

Canon EOS R5 · Body only

full-frame · 2020

92
/ 100
From $3,899
VS
Canon EOS R5 · Body only wins by 12
Canon EOS RP — full-frame · 2019
Canon

Canon EOS RP

full-frame · 2019

80
/ 100
From $1,299
Specdex verdict

Canon EOS R5 · Body only takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon EOS R5 · Body only lands at 92 and Canon EOS RP at 80. That puts Canon EOS R5 · Body only ahead by 12 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Canon EOS R5 · Body only if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance

Pick Canon EOS RP if…

  • ✓Mature system, great used market
  • ✓Proven lens lineup
  • ✓Often on sale
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Canon EOS R5 · Body only

Compared on the photo sub-score

Canon EOS R5 · Body only leads on photo (92 vs 80).

Ergonomics

Tie

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Canon EOS R5 · Body only

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Canon EOS R5 · Body only leads on autofocus (90 vs 76).

Value for money

Canon EOS RP

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Canon EOS RP more score per dollar ($1,299 vs $3,899).

Canon EOS R5 · Body only 92
vs
80 Canon EOS RP

Score breakdown

Canon EOS R5 · Body only
92
photo 92
video 88
autofocus 90
ergonomics 86
Canon EOS RP
80
photo 80
video 72
autofocus 76
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Canon EOS R5 · Body only versus Canon EOS RP — full spec comparison
Spec Canon EOS R5 · Body only Canon EOS RP
Format
full-frame
full-frame
Release year
2020
2019

Canon EOS R5 · Body only

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

Canon EOS RP

Pros
  • +Mature system, great used market
  • +Proven lens lineup
  • +Often on sale
Cons
  • −Older AF system
  • −Heavier than modern mirrorless
  • −Firmware updates trailed off

FAQ: Canon EOS R5 · Body only vs Canon EOS RP

Which is better, Canon EOS R5 · Body only or Canon EOS RP? +

Canon EOS R5 · Body only scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 12. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon EOS R5 · Body only worth the price? +

At $3,899, Canon EOS R5 · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in photo.

Is Canon EOS RP worth the price? +

At $1,299, Canon EOS RP delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in ergonomics.

Does Canon EOS R5 · Body only or Canon EOS RP last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photo, Canon EOS R5 · Body only or Canon EOS RP? +

Canon EOS R5 · Body only — leads on photo (92 vs 80). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Canon EOS R5 · Body only or Canon EOS RP? +

Canon EOS R5 · Body only — leads on autofocus (90 vs 76). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.