Canon
Canon EOS R5 · with battery grip
full-frame · 2020
92
/ 100
From $4,199
VS
Canon
Canon EOS R5
full-frame · 2020
92
/ 100
From $3,899
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Canon EOS R5 · with battery grip lands at 92 and Canon EOS R5 at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Canon EOS R5 · with battery grip if…
- ✓Current-gen AF system
- ✓Proven lens ecosystem
- ✓Strong video + stills balance
Pick Canon EOS R5 if…
- ✓Current-gen AF system
- ✓Proven lens ecosystem
- ✓Strong video + stills balance
Canon EOS R5 · with battery grip 92
vs 92 Canon EOS R5
Score breakdown
Canon EOS R5 · with battery grip
92 photo 92
video 88
autofocus 90
ergonomics 86
Canon EOS R5
92 photo 92
video 88
autofocus 90
ergonomics 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Canon EOS R5 · with battery grip | Canon EOS R5 |
|---|---|---|
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Release year | 2020 | 2020 |
Canon EOS R5 · with battery grip
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 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
FAQ: Canon EOS R5 · with battery grip vs Canon EOS R5
Which is better, Canon EOS R5 · with battery grip or Canon EOS R5? +
Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Canon EOS R5 · with battery grip worth the price? +
At $4,199, Canon EOS R5 · with battery grip delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in photo.
Is Canon EOS R5 worth the price? +
At $3,899, Canon EOS R5 delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in photo.
Does Canon EOS R5 · with battery grip or Canon EOS R5 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.