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Canon EOS R5 — full-frame · 2020
Canon

Canon EOS R5

full-frame · 2020

92
/ 100
From $3,899
VS
Canon EOS R5 wins by 7
Canon EOS R7 — APS-C · 2022
Canon

Canon EOS R7

APS-C · 2022

85
/ 100
From $1,499
Specdex verdict

Canon EOS R5 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon EOS R5 lands at 92 and Canon EOS R7 at 85. That puts Canon EOS R5 ahead by 7 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Canon EOS R5 if…

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

Pick Canon EOS R7 if…

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

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

Photo

Canon EOS R5

Compared on the photo sub-score

Canon EOS R5 leads on photo (92 vs 85).

Autofocus

Canon EOS R5

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Canon EOS R5 leads on autofocus (90 vs 83).

Ergonomics

Tie

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

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

Value for money

Canon EOS R7

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Canon EOS R7 more score per dollar ($1,499 vs $3,899).

Canon EOS R5 92
vs
85 Canon EOS R7

Score breakdown

Canon EOS R5
92
photo 92
video 88
autofocus 90
ergonomics 86
Canon EOS R7
85
photo 85
video 81
autofocus 83
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Canon EOS R5 versus Canon EOS R7 — full spec comparison
Spec Canon EOS R5 Canon EOS R7
Format
full-frame
APS-C
Release year
2020
2022

Canon EOS R5

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 R7

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

FAQ: Canon EOS R5 vs Canon EOS R7

Which is better, Canon EOS R5 or Canon EOS R7? +

Canon EOS R5 scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 7. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon EOS R5 worth the price? +

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

Is Canon EOS R7 worth the price? +

At $1,499, Canon EOS R7 delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in ergonomics.

Does Canon EOS R5 or Canon EOS R7 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 or Canon EOS R7? +

Canon EOS R5 — leads on photo (92 vs 85). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Canon EOS R5 or Canon EOS R7? +

Canon EOS R5 — leads on autofocus (90 vs 83). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.