Between the EOS R5 C and FDR-AX700, the EOS R5 C comes out ahead in xlr input and max video, while the FDR-AX700 wins on optical zoom. Overall, the EOS R5 C scores 35 and the FDR-AX700 scores 66.2 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The FDR-AX700 is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 31.2 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the EOS R5 C if you care most about xlr input and max video. The biggest gaps in its favor are xlr input, max video, sensor size.
Pick the FDR-AX700 if you care most about optical zoom. Its strongest claims are optical zoom.
There are no meaningful ties on the headline specs — every popular-comparison metric has a winner.
Bottom line: the FDR-AX700 is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Canon - EOS R5 C wins
- ▲Has XLR input.
- ▲Max video: 8K (vs 4K30).
- ▲Sensor size: Full Frame (vs 1").
Why Sony - FDR-AX700 wins
- ▲Optical zoom: 12 vs 0.
Spec comparison
Video
| Spec | Canon - EOS R5 C | Sony - FDR-AX700 |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 8Klead | 4K30 |
| Optical zoom | 0 | 12lead |
| Sensor sizeⓘ | Full Framelead | 1" |
Audio
| Spec | Canon - EOS R5 C | Sony - FDR-AX700 |
|---|---|---|
| XLR input | truelead | false |
| Headphone jack | true | true |
Design
| Spec | Canon - EOS R5 C | Sony - FDR-AX700 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 770 glead | 934 g |
| Articulating screen | true | true |
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