Building on the success of the EOS R series of cameras and leveraging advancements in technology that have come along since, the EOS R3 combines some of the best of both the EOS R5 and EOS-1D X Mark III cameras to provide a robust, high-performance camera.* The EOS R3 is the first “3” series camera since the popular EOS-3 film camera launched in 1998.
At the heart of the EOS R3 is a Canon developed 24.1 megapixel back-illuminated stacked CMOS sensor which combines with the DIGIC X processor to deliver a higher speed readout, allowing for continuous blackout-free shooting** at up to 30 fps in electronic (silent) shutter mode with minimum rolling distortion. The combination also increases the high sensitivity light capturing efficiency of a native ISO of 102400 for still images. The improved Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with 1,053 AF Points features evolved EOS iTR tracking for subjects such as people, animals, as well as select cars and motorcycles2 down to EV -7.5. The EOS R3 also allows the user multiple ways of controlling AF using Eye Control AF, Smart Controller with home position and the classic multi-controller. The camera also includes a new multi-function hot shoe which alleviates the need for extra batteries and cables in accessories such as microphones and flash transmitters. The EOS R3 also includes flexible connectivity options with built-in wired LAN, GPS, USB, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
The Canon EOS R3 is designed to satisfy the most demanding expectations in a camera — emphasizing speed, performance, and reliability.
High Image Quality with a Back-illuminated Stacked 24.1 Megapixel Full-frame CMOS Sensor
Canon’s first full-frame, back-illuminated stacked CMOS image sensor in the EOS R3 delivers substantially faster read-out speeds and produces much lower "rolling shutter" distortion than previous EOS models. The new sensor architecture also increases light capturing efficiency which leads to cleaner low light photos while possessing the ability to capture them as true 14-bit RAW files in electronic shutter mode.
DIGIC X Image Processor with an ISO range of 100-102400; Expandable to 2048001
The EOS R3 camera features a powerful DIGIC X Image Processor, enabling high-performance operation and coordination or processes such as Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, Image Stabilization, image processing, and video functionality. Featuring an ISO range of 100-102400 (expandable to 204800), the EOS R3 camera delivers a large range of standard and expanded ISOs (for still images), and a flexible set of auto options to help enhance shooting in varied and fast-changing lighting situations.
High-speed continuous shooting of up to approx. 30 fps with electronic (silent) shutter and up to 12 fps with Mechanical Shutter
Delivering incredible performance at speeds of up to 12 fps with the mechanical shutter and up to 30 fps with the electronic (silent) shutter, the EOS R3 camera can capture the split-second details between a subject’s movements. This is ideal for dynamic action photos such as athletes, animals, cars and motorcycles in motion.
Suppressed rolling shutter distortion
Thanks to the high-speed readout of the new sensor, the EOS R3 delivers less rolling shutter distortion in fast moving images.
Improved Dual Pixel CMOS AF with 1,053 AF Points featuring Vehicle Detection as well as Eye, Face, Head, and Animal Detection.2
The EOS R3 camera’s highly responsive Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system has been improved with features such as the incredible 1,053 Automatic AF zones as well as improved servo AF cases utilizing eye, body, face, head (now including helmets), animal and now vehicle subject detection. Fast action can be captured and focus can be maintained throughout each burst capture with speed, accuracy and ease.
Low-luminance limit for AF: EV -7.5.
The EOS R3 can now focus down to an astounding -7.5 EV allowing for amazing nighttime photography with exceptional focus accuracy. This ultra-sensitive AF works in concert with the EOS R3's EVF to clearly capture subjects even when there's limited light.
The First EOS Digital camera to feature Eye Control AF
Improving on a feature that was popular on the EOS 3 film camera, the EOS R3 takes it into the digital mirrorless range of EOS cameras making subject focus fast and more precise. Eye control AF is controlled by the user simply looking through the Electronic Viewfinder at the subject they want to focus on, selecting that point, and shooting. This is just one more way the EOS R3 gives the photographer another option of easily and intuitively controlling focus.
5.76-million-dot & 120 fps blackout free EVF with quick response3, as well as a Vari-Angle Touchscreen
The EOS R3 camera features a high-precision EVF with approx. 5.76 million dots reducing lag time during continuous shooting. Displaying a bright image and extensive shooting information that rotates with the camera, the EVF adds an OVF simulation view assist feature which recreates the natural field of a traditional optical viewfinder. The EOS R3's blackout free EVF when in electronic shutter mode supports a 120 fps refresh rate and has been created to provide a bright, sharp and colorful 100% continuous view of the tracked subject at hand, displaying a crisp and vivid image with minimal aberration or distortion. The EOS R3 also features a 3.2-inch Vari-angle Touchscreen LCD that can be ideal for composing and reviewing your photos as well as making menu changes. Tap the screen during Live View while taking photos or videos and the camera will quickly lock focus to that specific location in the image.
Capable of recording 6K 60P RAW or 4K 120p 10-bit (uncropped) with Canon Log 3
Designed and developed with Cinema EOS pairing, the EOS R3 leverages its capabilities of 6K RAW at 60 fps or 4K 120 fps uncropped. What’s more, the camera can also leverage 6K and 5.6K oversampling in 4K DCI and UHD respectively, resulting in a higher image quality with less moiré, color distortion and noise. Flexible recording modes ranging from 8 to 12-bit recording using HDR PQ, Canon Log 3, RAW and of course EOS Standard enable the user to choose the post-production workflow needed for the project.
In-body Image Stabilizer can provide up to 8 stops of Shake Correction.4
Incorporating 5-axis IBIS (In-Body Image Stabilization) found on the EOS R5 and R6 cameras, the EOS R3 will not only enhance the ability to shoot still images at slower shutter speeds but it will also help reduce camera shake when shooting movies. Additionally, the EOS R3’s IBIS will work in combination with the Optical Image Stabilization found in many Canon RF lenses producing a total of up to 8-stops of shake correction.
Dual Card Slots for CFexpress and UHS-II SD Memory Cards
Whether you are shooting photos every day, or are recording 6K RAW videos, the EOS R3 camera can write an incredible amount of images and videos quickly to its super high-speed CFexpress** dual card slots. Plus, a UHS-II SD*** card slot is also provided as a convenient alternative for main memory card duties or as a backup.
**Type B compatible.
***Some types of data cannot be saved on the SD memory card.
Next Generation Multi-Function Shoe plus Speedlite EL-1 synchronization.
The next-generation Multi-Function Shoe adds functionality including wireless radio flash control for still photography, and also is capable of inputting digital sound data during movie shooting along with network communication when connected with a smartphone. In combination with compatible accessories, it expands the realm of shooting stills and movies alike and the potential of communication.
Wired LAN, USB, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth Technology
The EOS R3 includes both wired and wireless connections for multiple methods of image and video transfer. The camera is equipped with a standard Ethernet interface (IEEE 802.3u, 1000BASE-T) and connector (RJ-45) for a fast and secure hardwired connection. The built in 5GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless connections in the camera enables the photographer or videographer to easily upload image or video files to a smartphone, computer or to a cloud service using image.canon. For iOS smartphone users, high-speed file transfer over 5G is possible through a compatible smartphone and USB cable.
GPS
The built in GPS (compatible with GLONASS and QZSS) streamlines the photography and videography workflow by tagging files with GPS location coordinates and accurate camera timestamp metadata making file and chronological organization easier.
Enhanced Operating Controls and Accessories.
The EOS R3 has a multitude of ways to naturally and ergonomically interface with the camera. First is the built-in vertical grip which gives the user more control in both landscape and portrait modes as the major imaging interface buttons are duplicated on the portrait side of the grip. Those familiar with the button and LCD layout on the EOS-1D X Mark III and EOS R5 will feel right at home as the EOS R3 layout is similar to both models. The EOS R3 has both the smart controller from the EOS-1D X Mark III and the multi-controller found on many EOS cameras for additional control over camera features.
Dust and drip resistance equal to the EOS-1D X Series
The EOS R3 camera is designed for use in a variety of weather conditions. Sealing materials are used in critical areas like the buttons, dials, levers, terminal covers, battery compartment and the card slot cover. Precise design and construction help to minimize accidental penetration of dust and moisture in the rest of the camera body. Combined with an RF lens, or any other weather-sealed EF/EF-S lens via the Mount Adapter EF-EOS R, the EOS R3 camera proves to be a reliable partner in virtually any climate.
Notes
*As of September 2021.
**In electronic shutter mode.
1. For still images.
2. Effectiveness varies depending on the subject. In some cases, dogs, cats or birds may not be detected, while some animals other than dogs, cats or birds may be detected.
3. Blackouts may occur in some cases, such as when the built-in memory is full or when the flash battery is fully recharged after the batter ran out during continuous shooting.
Image Sensor | |
Type | 36 x 24 mm CMOS |
Effective Pixels | Approx. 24.1 megapixels |
Total Pixels | Approx. 26.7 megapixels |
Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
Low-Pass Filter | Built-in/Fixed |
Sensor Cleaning | EOS integrated cleaning system |
Colour Filter Type | Primary Colour |
Sensor Shift-IS | Yes, up to 8-Stops advantage depending on the lens used1 |
Image Processor | |
Type | DIGIC X |
Lens | |
Lens Mount | RF / RF-S (EF and EF-S lenses can be attached using EF TO EOS R ADAPTER, EF TO EOS R ADAPTER WITH CONTROL RING, EF TO EOS R Drop in filter ADAPTER. EF-M lenses not compatible) |
Focal Length | Equivalent to 1.0x the focal length of the lens with RF and EF lenses 1.6x with EF-S |
Focusing | |
Type | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II |
AF System / Points |
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AF Working Range | EV -7.5 – 20 (at 23°C & ISO100)3 |
AF Modes |
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AF Point Selection |
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AF Tracking | Humans, Animals (Dogs, Cats and Birds) or Vehicles (Racing cars or Motor bikes) |
AF Lock | Locked when shutter button is pressed halfway or AF ON is pressed in One Shot AF mode. Using customised button set to AF stop in AI servo |
AF Assist Beam | Emitted by built in LED or optional dedicated Speedlite (flash) |
Manual Focus | Selected on lens |
Exposure Control | |
Metering Modes |
Real-time with image sensor, 384-zone metering.
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Metering Brightness Range | EV -3 – 20 (at 23°C, ISO100, with evaluative metering) |
AE Lock |
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Exposure Compensation | +/-3 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments (can be combined with AEB) |
AEB | +/-3 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments |
Anti-flicker Shooting |
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ISO Sensitivity |
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Shutter | |
Type | Electronically controlled focal-plane shutter and Electronic shutter function in sensor |
Speed | Mechanical: 30-1/8000 sec (1/2 or 1/3 stop increments), Bulb Electronic: 30-1/64000 (1/2 or 1/3 stop increments up to 1/16000 then 1 stop until 1/64000) (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode) |
Shutter Release | Soft touch electromagnetic release |
White Balance | |
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Settings |
White balance compensation:
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Custom White Balance |
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WB Bracketing |
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Viewfinder | |
Type | 0.5- inch OLED colour EVF |
Dot Count | 5.76 Million dots (1600x1200) |
Coverage (Vertical/Horizontal) | Approx. 100% |
Magnification | Approx. 0.76x5 |
Eyepoint | Approx. 23mm (from eyepiece lens centre) |
Dioptre Correction | -4 to +2 m-1 (dioptre |
Display Performance | Power saving: 59.94 fps Smooth 119.98 fps |
Viewfinder Information | AF point information, Eye Control pointer, Exposure level indicator, Shooting mode, ISO speed, Shutter speed, Aperture, Number of remaining multiple exposures, Exposure compensation, HDR shooting, Highlight tone priority, Multiple-exposure shooting, Multi Shot Noise Reduction, Number of self-timer shooting, Digital Lens Optimizer, Maximum burst, AF method, Battery level, AF operation, Exposure simulation, Drive mode, AEB, Metering mode, FEB, Anti-flicker shooting, Still photo cropping, Aspect ratio, Auto Lighting Optimizer, AE lock, Picture Style, Flash-ready, White balance, Flash off, White balance correction, FE lock, Image Quality, High-speed sync, Bluetooth function, Wi-Fi function, Multi-function lock warning, Histogram, Electronic level, Lens information, focus distance scale, vertical exposure scale, Grid |
Depth of Field Preview | Yes, via customised button |
LCD Monitor | |
Type | 8.01 cm (3.2") Clear View LCD II, Approx. 4.15 million dots |
Coverage | Approx. 100% |
Viewing Angle (Horizontally/Vertically) | Approx. 170° vertically and horizontally |
Coating | Anti-smudge. |
Brightness Adjustment |
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Touch Screen Operations | Capacitive method with menu functions, Quick Control settings, playback operations, and magnified display. AF point selection in still and Movies, touch shutter is possible in still photo shooting. |
Display Options |
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Flash | |
Modes | E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual |
X-Sync | 1/200th sec mechanical shutter / 1/250th electronic 1st curtain, 1/180th sec Electronic shutter |
Flash Exposure Compensation | +/- 3EV in 1/3 increments with EX series Speedlite flashes |
Flash Exposure Bracketing | Yes, with compatible External Flash |
Flash Exposure Lock | Yes |
Second Curtain Synchronisation | Yes, via Speedlite |
HotShoe / PC Terminal | Yes/Yes/Yes |
External Flash Compatibility | E-TTL II with EX/EL series Speedlite, wireless multi-flash support |
External Flash Control | via camera menu screen |
Shooting | |
Modes |
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Picture Styles | Auto, Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Fine Detail, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, User Defined (x3) |
Colour Space |
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Image Processing |
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Drive Modes | Single, Continuous High+, Continuous High, Continuous Low, Custom High Speed Continuous, Self-timer (2s+remote, 10s+remote) |
Continuous Shooting | Max. Approx. 12 fps. with Mechanical shutter/1st curtain electronic speed maintained for 1000+ JPEG or 1000 RAW images or 30 FPS with electronic shutter speed maintained for 540 JPEG or 150 RAW images6. Custom High Speed Continuous option with Electronic shutter selectable for 30-195fps for 2-50frames |
Interval Timer | Built in |
File Type | |
Still Image Type |
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RAW+JPEG Simultaneous Recording |
Yes, any combination of RAW + JPEG or RAW + HEIF possible,
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Image Size |
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Folders | New folders can be manually created, named and selected |
File Numbering |
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File Naming | 2 User Presets |
EOS Movie | |
Movie Type |
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Movie Size |
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Colour Sampling (Internal Recording) | 6K RAW 12bit, 4K/ Full HD - YCbCr4:2:0 8-bit or YCbCr4:2:2 10bit |
Canon Log | Yes, Canon Log 3 |
Movie Length | Max duration 6 hours. (excluding High Frame Rate movies). No 4 GB file limit with exFAT formatted card.8 |
High Frame Rate Movie |
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Frame Grab |
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Bitrate / Mbps |
CRM:
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Dual Card Recording | Yes |
Microphone | Built-in mono microphone (48 KHz, 16-bit x 2 channels) |
HDMI Display | Output to external monitor only (output of images and shooting information, images are recorded to the card) Camera screen and External Monitor output (Simultaneous recording to camera and external recorder, camera screen shows images with shooting information) |
HDMI Output | 4K (DCI) 59.94p / 50.00p/29.97p /25.00p/24.00p/ 23.98p, 4K (UHD) 59.94p / 50.00p/ 29.97p / 25.00p / 23.98p, Full HD 59.94p / 59.94i, 50.00p / 50.00i 480p 59.94p 576p 50p Uncompressed YCbCr 4:2:2, 8-bit or 10-bit, sound output via HDMI is also possible |
Focusing | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with Eye/Face Detection and Tracking AF (people, animals and vehicles) , Movie Servo AF |
ISO |
Manual Focus
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Other Features | |
Network Options |
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Metadata Tag |
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LCD Panel / Illumination | Yes/Yes |
Water/Dust Resistance | Yes11 |
Voice Memo | Yes |
Intelligent Orientation Sensor | Yes |
Playback Zoom | 1.5x - 10x in 15 steps |
Display Formats |
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SlideShow |
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Histogram |
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Highlight Alert | Yes |
Image Erase | Single image, select range, Selected images, Folder, Card |
Image Erase Protection | Erase protection of Single image, Folder or Card all found images (only during image search) |
Self Timer | 2 or 10 sec. |
Menu Categories |
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Menu Languages | 29 Languages: English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Portuguese, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Greek, Russian, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Vietnamese, Hindi, Romanian, Ukrainian, Turkish, Arabic, Thai, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Malay, Indonesia and Japanese |
Firmware Update | Update possible by the user (Camera, Lens, External Speedlite, BLE remote control, Lens adapter) |
Interface | |
Computer | SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB C connector |
Wi-Fi | Wireless LAN (IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/AC) (5 GHz /2.4 GHz)12, with Bluetooth 5.0 support Features supported - EOS Utility, Smartphone, Upload to image.canon, Wireless printing |
Other | HDMI Micro out (Type D, HDMI-CEC compatible), External Microphone In (Stereo mini jack), Headphone socket (Stereo mini jack), N3-type terminal (remote control terminal) |
Direct Print | |
PictBridge | Not supported |
Storage | |
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Supported Operating System | |
PC | Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 (tablet mode not supported) |
Macintosh | OS X v10.12, 10.13, 10.14, 10.15. OS 11 |
Software | |
Image Processing | Digital Photo Professional 4.15 or later Digital Photo Professional Express mobile app (iOS only) |
Other | EOS Utility 3 (incl. Remote Capture), Picture Style Editor, WFT Utility, EOS Lens Registration Tool, EOS Web Service Registration Tool, Canon Camera connect app (iOS/Android), Mobile File Transfer app (iOS/Android), |
Power Source | |
Batteries | Rechargeable Li-ion Battery LP-E19 (supplied) |
Battery Life |
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Battery Indicator | 6 levels + percentage |
Power Saving | Power turns off after 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 1, 3, 5, 10 or 30 mins |
Power Supply & Battery Chargers | Battery charger LC-E19E (supplied), AC Adapter AC-E19 and DC Coupler DR-E19, PD-E1 USB power adapter |
Accessories | |
Wireless File Transmitter | None |
Lenses | All RF lenses (EF & EF-S via Lens adapters) |
Lens Adapters | EF TO EOS R ADAPTER, EF TO EOS R ADAPTER WITH CONTROL RING, EF TO EOS R Drop in filter ADAPTER |
Flash |
Canon Speedlite (EL-1*, EL-100, 90EX, 220EX, 270EX, 270EX II, 320EX, 380EX, 420EX, 430EX, 430EX II, 430EX III 470EX-AI, 550EX, 580EX*, 580EX II*, 600EX*, 600EX-RT*, 600EX-II-RT*, Macro-Ring-Lite MR-14EX, Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX II, Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX, Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2, Speedlite Transmitter ST-E3-RT*, Speedlite Transmitter ST-E3-RT V2*, Speedlite Transmitter ST- E10)
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Remote Controller / Switch | Remote control with N3 type socket, Speedlite 600EX-II-RT. Speedlite EL-1 and BR-E1 Bluetooth remote |
Other | Eyecup ER-h, Eyecup ER-hE, Multi-Function Shoe Adapter AD- E1, Multi-Function Shoe Directional Stereo Microphone DM-E1D (Mic), Multi-Function Shoe Adapter for Smartphone Link AD-P1 for Android, Stereo Microphone DM-E1 / DM-E100, Tascam CA-XLR2d-C XLR microphone adapter |
Physical Specifications | |
Body Materials | Magnesium Alloy body and polycarbonate with glass fibre |
Operating Environment | 0 – 40 °C, 85% or less humidity |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 150x 142.6 x 87.2mm |
Weight (Body Only) | Approx. 822 g (1015g with card and battery) |