The Canon EOS R3 Mirrorless Camera is Canon’s flagship speed powerhouse, built around a cutting-edge 24.1MP Full-Frame Stacked BSI CMOS sensor and the blazing-fast DIGIC X processor. Delivering up to 30 fps electronic shutter burst shooting, 6K 60 Raw 12-bit internal video, and a broad ISO range of 100-102400 (expandable to 50-204800), the EOS R3 is engineered for professionals who demand zero compromise in speed, image quality, or low-light performance.
Canon’s revolutionary Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system — featuring 1053 full-sensor AF points and the iconic Eye Control AF — ensures pinpoint subject tracking across eyes, faces, helmets, animals, and vehicles, while the sensor-shift 5-axis image stabilization and 5.76m-dot EVF at 120 fps refresh rate give you the confidence to capture every decisive moment, whether you are shooting sports, wildlife, or high-end video productions.
Key features
- Unstoppable Speed: Shoot up to 30 fps with the electronic shutter (up to 150 raw frames) or 12 fps with the mechanical shutter (1000+ frame buffer), so you never miss a critical moment during fast action.
- Professional Video Versatility: Record 6K 60 Raw 12-bit or uncropped 4K 120p 10-bit footage internally with Canon Log 3 and HDR-PQ support, plus unlimited recording times for demanding productions.
- Intelligent Next-Gen Autofocus: Dual Pixel CMOS AF II covers the entire sensor with 1053 AF points and uses Eye Control AF for gaze-directed focus selection, with smart tracking of eyes, faces, helmets, animals, and vehicles.
- Exceptional Low-Light Performance: The back-illuminated stacked CMOS sensor paired with the DIGIC X processor delivers a native ISO range up to 102400 (expandable to 204800) with reduced noise and superior color rendering in challenging lighting.
- Rock-Solid Stabilization and Ergonomics: Sensor-shift 5-axis IBIS minimizes camera shake, while the built-in vertical grip, Multi-Function Shoe, and dual CFexpress/SD UHS-II card slots keep you shooting longer and faster without interruption.
- Pro-Grade Connectivity: Wired LAN, 5 GHz Wi-Fi, micro-HDMI clean output, mic and headphone ports, and a 3.2-inch 4.2m-dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD make the R3 a complete solution for studio, field, and broadcast workflows.
Specifications
| Sensor | 24.1MP Full-Frame Stacked BSI CMOS |
|---|---|
| Processor | DIGIC X |
| ISO Range | 100-102400 (expandable to 50-204800) |
| Continuous Shooting | 30 fps (Electronic Shutter), 12 fps (Mechanical Shutter) |
| Video | 6K 60 Raw 12-bit & 4K 120p 10-bit Internal, Canon Log 3 |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with Eye Control AF, 1053 AF Points, Full-Sensor Coverage |
| Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift 5-Axis IBIS |
| Viewfinder | 5.76m-Dot EVF, 120 fps Refresh Rate |
| Screen | 3.2-inch 4.2m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD |
| Memory Card Slots | CFexpress & SD UHS-II Dual Slots |
Frequently asked questions
What video resolutions and frame rates can the Canon EOS R3 record internally?
The Canon EOS R3 supports 6K 60p Raw 12-bit and uncropped 4K 120p 10-bit internal recording with Canon Log 3. It also offers HDR-PQ recording, All-I/IPB/IPB Light compression options, and clean 4K output via HDMI up to 60 fps, with unlimited recording times.
How fast can the Canon EOS R3 shoot continuously, and how large is the buffer?
The EOS R3 shoots up to 30 fps using the electronic shutter with a buffer of up to 150 raw frames, or up to 12 fps using the mechanical shutter with a buffer exceeding 1000 frames — making it one of the fastest and deepest-buffered mirrorless cameras available.
What autofocus features does the Canon EOS R3 offer?
The R3 features Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with 1053 automatic AF points covering the full sensor area, advanced subject detection and tracking for eyes, faces, heads (including helmets), animals, and vehicles, plus the unique Eye Control AF that lets you select the AF point simply by looking through the viewfinder.
