The Canon EOS RP is a 26.2 megapixel^[2] full-frame mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera launched by Canon in February 2019. It is the second camera to use Canon's RF lens mount.

It is possible to use older EF and EF-S lenses with one of the three available Canon EOS R mount adapters. With EF-S lenses the camera can only shoot 720p or 4K video without Dual Pixel AF. The EOS RP also lacks 24 fps mode in 1080p.

The Canon EOS RP is among the smallest and lightest full-frame cameras on the market, and is the least expensive full-frame camera at launch, ever. And though its specifications aren't going to set the world on fire, the RP is a likable little camera with solid JPEG image quality that will be a fine photographic companion for casual users and those already within the Canon ecosystem looking for a compact second body.

Key specifications:

• 26.2MP Dual Pixel CMOS sensor
• 4K/24p (from 1.7x crop region)
• 4 fps continuous shooting with continuous AF (5 without)
• Pupil detection AF in continous/Servo AF mode
• AF rated to -5EV (with an F1.2 lens)
• Digic 8 processor
• 2.36M dot OLED viewfinder
• Fully-articulated 1.04M dot touchscreen
• Twin command dials
• CIPA rated to 250 shots per charge

Accounting for inflation, the EOS RP (body-only) is priced within $75 of the original 6MP Canon Digital Rebel / EOS 300D that was released back in 2003 - a camera that really helped bring large-sensor digital photography to the masses. And like the Digital Rebel, the EOS RP promises to offer a bit of a stripped-down shooting experience in exchange for its large full-frame image sensor at a reasonable cost. It's worth noting, however, that the earlier Rebel debuted with a range of relatively low-cost lenses designed for it - not so much the case today.

While other manufacturers are moving ever further up-market with more expensive and capable devices, the EOS RP stands alone in providing more novice or budget-constrained users with access to the shallower depth-of-field that full frame cameras offer over those with APS-C or smaller sensors. There are caveats, though, in that the RP is a poor choice for those looking to shoot video, and the native lens selection is lacking at this time.

The EOS RP is available now at a price of $1299 body-only, $1999 with the EF adapter and a 24-105mm F3.5-5.6 lens, and $2399 with the native RF 24-105mm F4L lens.

What's new and how it compares

The EOS RP has a lot of ingredients we've seen in other Canon cameras before, but certainly not at this price point. Read more

Body, handling and controls

The EOS RP's diminutive size and light weight don't get in the way of some well thought-out controls. Read more

Image quality

Take a look at how the RP stacks up in our standard studio test scene. Read more

Shooting experience

Get a sense for how Richard Butler got along with the EOS RP, and how sometimes, likability may trump capability. Read more

Is the EOS RP right for you?

We take a look at some common photographic use-cases and see how well the EOS RP is suited for them. Read more

Autofocus and performance

We take a look at tracking performance, pupil detection and more on the EOS RP. Read more

Video

The EOS RP shoots both 4K and 1080p footage, but the quality of its video capture is somewhat lacking. Read more

Conclusion and sample gallery

The EOS RP has some underwhelming shortcomings, but is a likable camera at a great price. Read more

Specifications

Want the full list of specifications for the EOS RP? We have you covered. Read more

Accessible to everyone

See how the Canon EOS RP performs in the hands of enthusiasts and discover how they use the benefits of full-frame mirrorless plus EF and EF-S lenses to capture images packed with detail and depth.

A lightweight body with a faster, smarter lens mount

The Canon EOS RP is a practical, creative full-frame mirrorless camera with enormous creative potential thanks to the next generation RF lenses. The wide diameter, high communication speed and short back focus of the RF mount is the perfect starting point for your future full-frame system.

A new standard in full-frame image quality

The Canon EOS RP 26.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor works incredibly in low light thanks to a DIGIC 8 processor and in-camera DLO that give superb results direct from camera.

Shoot in a new way

The Canon EOS RP offers a new way of embracing the benefits of full-frame. Shoot with the dedicated range of full-frame RF lenses as well as the wide range of EF and EF-S lenses via adapter without compromising optical performance.

EOS handling with no compromise

A comfortable EOS style grip alongside a high resolution Vari-Angle touch screen and OLED electronic viewfinder inspires next generation handling in a lightweight 485g body.

Focus anywhere in an instant

Dual Pixel CMOS AF offers an extended AF area as well as the world’s fastest AF speed at just 0.05 seconds over 4779 selectable AF positions, plus low light AF down to -5 EV. Eye AF keeps your portraits sharp while focus bracketing offers maximum depth-of-field right across an image.

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Shoot flexibly and connect seamlessly

From using Silent Mode to controlling the camera remotely via Wi-Fi. Capture all the action with up to 5fps with the option to process your images in-camera and share via the Canon Camera Connect app.