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Canon EOS R Video Recording Limits

Canon EOS R
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The Canon EOS R has a maximum video recording time of 30 minutes, but only for some formats. That limit is also dependent upon multiple factors like camera settings, media storage size, camera power, and internal camera temperature. See details and notes below for more information.

Details

Maximum continuous video recording times for the Canon EOS R
Format Limit

1If the recording time reaches 29 minutes, 59 seconds, recording will stop automatically.

2If the recording time reaches 7 minutes, 29 seconds, recording will stop automatically.
Normal Frame Rates (59.94 fps or less) 30 minutes1
High Frame Rates (119.9 or 100 fps) 7 minutes, 30 seconds2

Notes

  • Using SD/SDHC cards: The card will be formatted in FAT32. If the file size exceeds 4GB, recording will continue and a new file will be created automatically.
  • Using SDXC cards: The card will be formatted in exFAT. Even if the file size exceeds 4GB during recording, the movie will be saved as a single file.
  • An increase of the camera’s internal temperature may cause recording to stop before the maximum recording time is reached.

References

  1. Canon EOS R Advanced User Guide (English) - pages 200-201
  2. Canon EOS R Product Page (usa.canon.com)