The R50 does have a hot shoe but for the newer accessories. You will need the AD-E1 hot shoe adapter to use older speedlites or transmitters. Or to use 3rd Party gear with that camera.
-Demetrius
Bodies: EOS 5D Mark IV
Lenses: EF Trinity, EF 85mm F/1.8 USM
Retired Gear: EOS 40D, EF 50mm F/1.8 STM & EF 70-210mm F/4
Speedlites: 420EX, 470EX-AI, 550EX & 600EX II-RT
