Canon 50D vs Canon R

Below, we are reviewing the Canon 50D vs Canon R, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both built by Canon. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the 50D (15MP) and R (30MP) and the 50D (APS-C) and R (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The 50D was launched 10 years prior to the R which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon 50D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the 50D matches up against the R for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 50D and Canon EOS R. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 50D Gallery and Canon R Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 50D has got outside measurements of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) while the Canon R has dimensions of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 50D vs Canon R in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the 50D against the R.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 50D and R is 57 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 50D and R.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 50D because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Canon R will give greater detail utilizing its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged 50D is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.