Canon EOS R5 Mark II
Mirrorless Cameras

EOS R5 Mark II

Canon

Released Jul 1, 2024 · Analysis updated Apr 16, 2026

Capture stunning low-light photos with advanced autofocus and exceptional image quality. The Canon EOS R5 Mark II scores 87/100 based on 8 expert reviews in the mirrorless cameras category. Coverage includes reviews from The-digital-picture, Helenbartlett, DPReview, and Petapixel.

Critic Score

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87

based on 8 expert reviews

The-digital-pictureHelenbartlettDPReviewPetapixelFstoppers+3 more

Critics are split: our scores run from 72 (Thephoblographer) to 98 (The-digital-picture) — a 26-point spread. The-digital-picture tends to score generously across our dataset.

Average of 8 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score

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Pros

  • Low light AF(3)
  • Fast sensor readout(2)
  • Effective image stabilization(2)
  • Clear electronic viewfinder(2)
  • Good video tools(2)

Cons

  • Eye control unreliable(4)
  • Hot shoe cover difficult(3)
  • Reduced dynamic range(3)
  • High price(2)
  • No quick Auto ISO access(2)

8 Publication Reviews

98
Independent publication07/2024

AI summary of this review

The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is an incredibly-high-performing camera, the best general-purpose model ever designed.

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95
Independent publication11/2024

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The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is a major upgrade with innovative features like pre-capture shooting and Eye Control AF that make it easier to capture decisive moments and improve autofocus tracking.

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93
Independent publication09/2024

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The EOS R5 II is improved in almost every respect, relative to the original camera. It can shoot faster, gains a more capable autofocus system, better video tools and, most notably, Canon's Eye Contro...

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88
Established publication08/2024

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Canon EOS R5 Mark II is Canon's most capable do-it-all camera that improves upon the original with better autofocus, video capabilities, and electronic shutter performance.

Score estimated from the review text

85
Established publication03/2025

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The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is a capable camera with significant upgrades over its predecessor, particularly for sports, action, and bird photography.

Score estimated from the review text

85
Independent publication10/2024

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The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is a significant upgrade with world-class autofocus, faster performance, and excellent video capabilities, though it comes at a premium price.

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80
Major publication10/2024

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A compelling camera for creators who mix stills and video, the EOS R5 Mark II's Stacked CMOS sensor captures at high-resolution while avoiding motion distortion and delivers clear results thanks to Ca...

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72
Independent publication06/2025

AI summary of this review

The Canon EOS R5 Mark II has improved with firmware updates but still has issues that make it a mixed recommendation for stills-only photographers.

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