Canon EOS RP vs Canon EOS Ra
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS RP and Canon EOS Ra. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS RP were released 2019 and Canon EOS Ra was released 2018. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS RP | 2019 |
Canon EOS Ra | 2018 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Canon Full Frame") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Since both cameras have a Full frame sensor there will be no crop factor.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS RP | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS Ra | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Canon EOS RP has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Ra has 30 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS RP |
26 MP
25958400 pixels 6240 x 4160 |
Canon EOS Ra |
30 MP
30105600 pixels 6720 x 4480 |
Canon EOS Ra has a 16 % larger resolution than Canon EOS RP. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 40000.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS RP | 100-40000 |
Canon EOS Ra | 100-40000 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS RP belongs to the Canon EOS R-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS R
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS Ra belongs to the Canon EOS R-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS R
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS RP
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Ra
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS RP can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Ra can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS RP | 5 |
Canon EOS Ra | 8 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS RP and Canon EOS Ra can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS Ra weighs 660 gr (equal to 1.46 lb) which is 36% heavier than Canon EOS RP and its 485 gr (or 1.07 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS RP | 485 gr 1.07 lb |
Canon EOS Ra | 660 gr 1.46 lb |
Canon EOS RP vs Canon EOS Ra Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS RP and Canon EOS Ra, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS RP |
Canon EOS Ra |
Name | Canon EOS RP | Canon EOS Ra |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS RP |
Canon EOS Ra |
Release Year | 2019 | 2018 |
Release Date | 2019-02-14 | 2018-11-05 |
MSRP | 1299 USD | 2499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS RP |
Canon EOS Ra |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS RP |
Canon EOS Ra |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6240 x 4160 pixels | 6720 x 4480 pixels |
Megapixels | 26 MP | 30 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 8 | DIGIC 8 |
Image |
Canon EOS RP |
Canon EOS Ra |
ISO Range | 100 - 40000 | 100 - 40000 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS RP |
Canon EOS Ra |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 4779 | 5655 |
Lens Mount |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS RP |
Canon EOS Ra |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 2100000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7× | 0.76× |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS RP |
Canon EOS Ra |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 8 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS RP |
Canon EOS Ra |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS RP |
Canon EOS Ra |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS RP |
Canon EOS Ra |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.1 LE) |
Remote Control | Yes (via cable or smartphone) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS RP |
Canon EOS Ra |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
LP-E6N lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 250 shots | 370 shots |
Width | 133 mm | 136 mm |
Height | 85 mm | 98 mm |
Depth | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Weight | 485 gram | 660 gram |