Canon EOS R5 Mark II Mirrorless Camera with Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM Lens & Extra Canon LP-E6P Lithium-Ion Battery

The EOS R5 Mark II Mirrorless Camera from Canon offers ample horsepower to support the highest resolution mirrorless sensor, enabling shooting at a rapid 30 fps and recording 8K60p raw video. This camera is the ideal choice for multimedia professionals seeking versatility, superior image quality, and advanced features. With a newly developed 45MP sensor featuring a stacked, back-illuminated design, paired with a new processor, this camera delivers enhancements across the board, making it a versatile tool that can handle any task.

An Integrated Sensor-Processor System

The R5 Mark II features an upgraded sensor that preserves the impressive resolution of the previous model. This new sensor utilizes a stacked, back-illuminated design to accommodate Canon's latest image processor, the DIGIC Accelerator. Working in conjunction with the reliable DIGIC X processor, the camera merges raw image data with extensive deep-learning datasets to enhance subject tracking and recognition, pre-continuous capture, blackout-free shooting, video resolution, maximum recording time, and other key features. These advancements establish the R5 Mark II as a robust and all-encompassing tool for professional creators.

Advancements in Autofocus and Deep Learning Technology

The enhanced processing speeds of the EOS R series further enhance its already strong autofocus capabilities by integrating deep learning datasets into its Dual Pixel Intelligence AF system. This results in significant advancements in subject recognition and tracking, as well as improvements to the Eye Control Focus feature first seen in the EOS R3.

The high-level analyses of the processor ensure that the intended subject remains in focus even when other similar subjects intersect. It tracks the head, eyes, upper body, and joint structures, as well as individuals other than the main subject and the ball. The Action Priority Menu setting for still photos can identify sport-specific events, actions, and ball positions for soccer, basketball, and volleyball. Additionally, it allows for the registration and prioritization of up to 10 subjects by photographing or uploading a person's image.

Eye Control Focus

Eye Control AF enables photographers to select the focus point by simply looking through the electronic viewfinder using their eye. The R5 Mark II features upgraded camera optics and an enhanced line-of-sight detection algorithm, resulting in almost twice the detection frame rate. Along with improved subject tracking and recognition algorithms, the camera combines Eye Control Focus to maintain sharp focus on the subject being viewed.

Superior still image performance with high speed and high quality

Pre-Continuous Shooting

The EOS R5 Mark II now offers the feature of capturing up to 15 shots of pre-continuous shooting by partially pressing the shutter button before taking the shot. Upon fully pressing the shutter button, the images from the previous half-second are saved to the memory card, enabling users to retrieve a crucial moment they may have overlooked.

Electronic Shutter

The new sensor-processor combination offers a range of advantages, with one of the most notable being the capability to capture high-quality, high-resolution images rapidly. This feature enables users to seize significant moments in sports, news, or history on a grand scale, with exceptional clarity. The R5 Mark II excels in preserving fleeting moments with remarkable precision, boasting continuous shooting speeds of up to 30 fps in full-frame raw format, minimizing shutter distortion. Additionally, it can achieve up to 12 fps with the mechanical shutter, while providing an always-on blackout-free display with the electronic shutter. Furthermore, for indoor sports photography, the camera effectively eliminates flicker in LED-lit environments by recognizing refresh frequencies. The electronic shutter also allows for flash sync speeds of up to 1/250s.

Noise Reduction and In-Camera Upscaling

The R5 Mark II is primarily designed for photographers and videographers who prioritize quality and versatility. Its wide native ISO range of 100-51200 makes it suitable for various lighting situations, while the DIGIC Accelerator allows for Neural Network Noise Reduction to produce cleaner images, particularly at higher ISO settings. Additionally, this processing power facilitates the generation of ultra-high resolution images, reaching up to 179MP through In-Camera Upscaling. This innovative tool utilizes deep learning to double the number of pixels both horizontally and vertically, resulting in larger, more detailed images that retain sharpness and clarity.

Coordinated Control Image Stabilization

The R5 Mark II's lightweight and compact design makes it easy for users to hand-hold the camera, resulting in improved performance. With coordinated control, optimal hand-shake correction effects are achieved, particularly beneficial for handheld shooting in low-light situations and minimizing shake during video recording. The five-axis in-body image stabilizer (IBIS) can correct up to 8.5 stops of camera shake at the center of the frame and 7.5 stops at the edges when used with compatible lenses. Moreover, Movie Digital IS combines optical, sensor-shift, and digital stabilization methods to help capture smoother footage while in motion.

An 8K Powerhouse Integrated with Cinema EOS Technology

The R5 Mark II builds upon numerous advancements that contributed to the popularity of its counterpart, the R5 C, among creators who capture both video and still images, and retains many of the features and workflow of its Cinema EOS relative. Similar to its predecessors, the 45MP full-frame sensor allows for remarkably high-resolution DCI 8K raw video recording internally, now at a maximum of 60 fps, as well as 4K SRAW at the full sensor width.

The signals for all effective pixels are read out from the full-frame 8K sensor, allowing for 4:2:2 10-bit high-definition recording through oversampling during 4K and 2K video recording. High Frame Rate (HFR) movies with sound can be recorded at up to 120p at DCI/UHD 4K resolutions (4096 x 2160/3840 x 2160) in 4:2:2 10-bit without cropping the sensor. The camera supports MXF-based XF-AVC, providing 10-bit 4:2:2 files, as well as the versatile MP4 format for lightweight proxy files in various professional workflows. External raw recording is possible with compatible recorders featuring a full-size HDMI Type-A port. 

Split saving allows for raw and proxy video to be saved on separate memory cards. Canon Log3, a gamma curve designed for easy grading, is supported, along with integration with other Cinema EOS system footage. Canon Log2, PQ, and HLG in-camera custom picture profiles are also available. High-quality audio is supported with 4-Channel, 24-bit LPCM. Recording times of up to 120 minutes are achievable at 4K 60 settings and below, or with an optional grip, larger recording formats or longer recording times are possible. The camera features an integrated waveform monitor, false color & zebra display, and tally lamp. It is compatible with Canon VR and RF 5.2mm f/2.8 L Dual Fisheye lens.

Body and Connectivity

• The camera includes a 5.76m-dot, 0.76x-magnification OLED electronic viewfinder, providing high-resolution eye-level viewing at a 120 fps refresh rate and blackout-free viewing support.
  
  
• The 3.2-inch vari-angle LCD screen provides advantages when working with high, low, and front-facing angles. It boasts a 4.15m-dot resolution and a touchscreen interface, allowing for vibrant playback, live-view monitoring, and additional functionalities.
  
  
• The camera includes two memory card slots: 
  
  
  • one for CFexpress Type B cards, ideal for raw video recording and high-speed continuous shooting
    
    
  • one for UHS-II SD cards, suitable for backups or situations where speed is less critical.
    
    
• The first EOS camera featuring Wi-Fi 6E/Wi-Fi 6 connectivity for enhanced communication over broader frequency ranges.
  
  
• New, higher-capacity LP-E6P lithium-ion battery
  
  
• Three battery grips are offered as options, with two equipped with a 2.5G BASE-T Ethernet interface and RJ-45 port for a quick and secure wired connection, while the third grip includes a cooling fan to prolong video recording times.
  
  
• Small and portable, featuring a dust- and moisture-resistant design ideal for use in harsh weather conditions.

Combining a rapid aperture, a compact design, and a flexible wide-to-short telephoto zoom range, the Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens serves as an all-purpose lens ideal for various content creators. With its 28-70mm zoom range and a fast f/2.8 aperture, this lens is perfectly equipped for capturing a wide array of subjects, from landscapes to portraits and beyond. Additionally, it features L-series quality optics while maintaining a smaller size and a comparatively reasonable price for its performance and capabilities.

Compact and Lightweight

The RF 28-70mm lens distinguishes itself from its L-series equivalent, the RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L, by offering a significantly more compact and lightweight design. This lens successfully combines the advantages of a fixed aperture zoom with the practicality of being easily transportable throughout the day without causing fatigue. A key aspect of its reduced size is the completely reengineered image stabilization unit tailored specifically for this model. Furthermore, the lens benefits from a collapsible structure and a minimized focusing element resulting from its optical configuration, enhancing its portability. By utilizing electronic distortion correction, this large-aperture zoom lens with a constant f/2.8 aperture delivers exceptional image quality throughout the frame while maintaining a compact optical design.

The success of the RF 28-70mm lens can be attributed to its robust physical design. It is compact, lightweight, and built to last. The weather-sealed structure, akin to that of L-series lenses, ensures that this lens can perform effectively in various weather conditions, making it a dependable option for both photographers and videographers. Its collapsible design further enhances its portability when not in use. Additionally, the customizable control ring and the smooth manual focus ring facilitate a tactile and intuitive operation of the lens. The weather-sealed feature allows for functionality even in challenging weather scenarios.

L-Series Quality Optics

Canon has positioned the optical capabilities of the RF 28-70mm lens on par with their renowned L-series lenses. This achievement is significant, particularly for a lens that successfully retains a compact size. The sophisticated optical design of the lens guarantees that intricate details are captured consistently across the entire zoom range, even when shooting at maximum aperture.

The lens design incorporates two Ultra-low Dispersion (UD) elements at the front, a feature that was previously exclusive to L-series lenses. This arrangement effectively corrects chromatic aberration while also minimizing the weight of the front lens group. Additionally, two glass-molded aspherical elements are included to mitigate aberrations and contribute to a more compact overall lens size. The Super Spectra Coating (SSC) is applied to diminish backlit flaring and ghosting, ensuring consistent light transmission and high contrast even in challenging lighting conditions.

Fast Autofocus and Built-In Stabilization

Optimize the exceptional optical quality of your lens by utilizing the RF 28-70mm's rapid stepper (STM) autofocus mechanism and Optical Image Stabilizer, which work together to deliver exceptionally sharp images. These features effectively secure focus on your subjects while minimizing the effects of camera shake. The stepper (STM) autofocus motor operates swiftly and silently, ensuring peak performance for both still photography and video recording. Additionally, focus breathing is expertly managed, allowing for seamless rack focuses during video shoots. The Optical Image Stabilizer is capable of compensating for up to 5.5 stops independently, or up to 7.5 stops when paired with a compatible camera's integrated stabilization system. This advanced stabilization technology significantly mitigates blur caused by camera movement, even in low-light conditions and with extended shutter speeds.