Canon EOS C50
Category Production
Announced in September 2025, the EOS C50 is the newest addition to Canon’s cinema EOS system. The EOS C50 is the smallest and lightest full-frame cinema camera ever in Canon’s Cinema EOS lineup, but inside its compact body lies groundbreaking innovation for both filmmakers and hybrid creators. At its core is a newly developed 7K full-frame CMOS sensor, capable of capturing 12-bit Cinema RAW Light at up to 7K60 and oversampled 4K with stunning clarity. With dual base ISO (800/6400), more than 15 stops of dynamic range, and advanced Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with deep learning subject detection, the C50 empowers cinematographers to achieve exceptional image quality in nearly any environment, including in virtual production environments.
The C50 is the first Canon Cinema EOS camera to feature full-frame 3:2 open gate recording, unlocking maximum sensor data for reframing, anamorphic workflows, and future-proofed content delivery. Its hybrid design makes it equally adept at video and stills, offering a mirrorless-style photo mode with 32MP capture—an innovation that streamlines productions for creators who no longer need to carry two systems.
The C50 also debuts support for Canon’s innovative CV Protocol, a world-first integration that allows lens and camera metadata to be transmitted directly into virtual production tracking systems. By eliminating manual lens calibration and reducing the need for external encoders, CV Protocol sets a new standard for efficiency and accuracy in VP workflows, positioning the C50 at the forefront of end-to-end virtual production integration.
Purpose-built for modern production environments, the C50 also integrates Frame.io Camera-to-Cloud, enabling instant proxy uploads and collaborative workflows straight from the set. Simultaneous crop recording delivers social-ready formats like 9:16 or 1:1 while shooting in 4K, reducing turnaround time for digital-first teams. Comprehensive connectivity, including XC protocol for IP remote control, dual media slots, and a detachable handle with XLR inputs, ensures flexibility for every production scale.
With its combination of professional cinema performance, hybrid functionality, and creator-first features in a lightweight, mobile form factor, the Canon EOS C50 reimagines what a cinema camera can be and represents a true innovation in imaging technology.
