Canon EOS R8 system camera

Canon EOS R8 - an affordable transition to the world of full-frame

The Canon EOS R8 is at the lightest and most compact end of Canon's R series, but still packs a full-cell sensor. In effect, the R8 is the little brother of the R6 mark II with slightly trimmed down features. The R8 and R6 II share the same 24-megapixel sensor and Digic X image processor. In terms of image quality, autofocus and video features, the cameras are similar. The main differences between the R6 II and the R8 are the lack of an in-camera image stabilizer, only one card slot and a smaller battery capacity. If a full-size sensor isn't a necessity, you should check out the almost identically priced body-cell R7 camera, which in some cases includes more features than the R8.

A full-size cell has the advantage of a wider dynamic range, less noise and a narrower depth of field. These factors are important in portrait photography, for example. When shooting in low light conditions, a full frame also comes in handy, as the cell absorbs more light and therefore the images are less ”noisy”.

The R8 incorporates the new generation of autofocus familiar from the EOS R3, R5 and R6 cameras, which performs remarkably well in demanding focusing situations. The focus AI is based on deep learning and can recognise people, animals and vehicles. In humans in particular, the focus stays glued, no matter how fast the subject is moving.

The video side of the Canon R8 won't leave even the most demanding enthusiast cold. Video shooting uses the entire sensor to achieve a wide dynamic range and a very sharp image. At its best, the camera captures a super-reduced 4k image from 6K resolution, resulting in a very sharp reproduction of the image. At 4K resolution, shooting is possible at up to 60 frames per second, so fast movements are reproduced smoothly. If you want to slow down fast motion more dramatically, the camera can shoot at FullHD resolution at up to 180 fps slow motion. If the dream is to shoot your own movie, the R7 offers a C-Log 3 colour profile that allows for comprehensive colour definition in post-production. Professional video functionality doesn't stop there, as the R8 also includes a false colour detector, focus highlight, zebra and digital zoom, among other features.

Key features:

• Compact, but full-scan Canon R-series
• Wider dynamic range, less noise and narrower depth of field compared to smaller cell sizes
• The latest Canon autofocus technology with AI and object recognition
• 6K downsampled 4k video 30 fps up to 60 fps
• Full HD 180 fps slow motion
• Canon Log 3 colour profile
• Electronic OLED screen and rotating display
• Fast wireless file transfer to computers and mobile devices

Technical specifications:

• Bayonet: RF (Also EF lenses to be purchased separately) adapter by means of)
• Sensor: full frame (approx. 35.9 x 23.9 mm) CMOS
• Sensor resolution: 24.2 Mp
• Image processor: DIGIC X
• Auto focus: Dual Pixel CMOS II AF
• Focus points: 100 % range (automatic selection) and 90 % horizontal / 100 % vertical (manual selection)
• Focus modes: single, continuous and variable focus
• AF monitoring:
  • People (eyes/face/head/body)
  • Animals (dogs, cats, birds and horses)
  • Vehicles (cars, motorcycles, aircraft, trains)
• ISO sensitivity: 100-102 400
• Closing speed:
  • 30-1/4 000 s (electronically opening curtain)
  • 30-1/16 000 (electronic)
• Looking for:
  • 0,39″ OLED viewfinder
  • Resolution: 2.36 million pixels (1024×768)
  • Coverage: 100 %
  • Refresh rate: 119.98 Hz or 59.94 Hz (power saving mode)
• Clear View LCD II screen: 3″, 1.62 million pixels
• Screen reach: approx. 170° both horizontally and vertically
• Flash: 1/200 s (electronically opening curtain)
• Serial photography:
  • 6fps over 1000 JPEG or RAW images (with mechanical shutter)
  • 40fps up to 120 JPEG or 56 RAW or 100 CRAW images (with electronic shutter)
  • 30fps RAW burst shooting with 0.5 second pre-recording up to 158 frames
• File formats:
  • 14-bit RAW or C-RAW (mechanical)
  • 12-bit RAW (electronic shutter)
  • 8-bit JPEG
  • 10-bit HEIF
• Video resolutions:
  • 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) @ 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25 or 23.98 fps
  • 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) limited @ 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25 or 23.98 fps
  • 4K UHD or Full HD interval shooting @ 29.97 or 25 fps
  • Full HD (1920 x 1080) @ 1179.82, 150, 119.88, 100, 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25 or 23.98 fps
• Video recording limit:
  • Up to 2 hours
  • 180/150 fps video: 20 min
  • 120/100 fps video 30 min
  • No 4 GB storage limit if memory card is in exFAT format
• Dust- and moisture-proof
• Connections:
  • USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (USB power delivery compatible)
  • Micro-HDMI (Type D)
  • 3,5mm microphone jack
  • 3,5mm headphone jack
  • RS-60E3 remote control interface
• Wireless: WiFi 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth 4.2
• Memory card slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II compatible)
• Battery: LP-E17 (included)
• Battery life: approx. 220 shots on the viewfinder and 370 shots on the screen (the camera's battery life on a single battery is not very long, so we recommend you get at least one vara-akun)
• Main body material: magnesium alloy
• Dimensions: approx. 13,3 x 8,6 x 7,0 cm
• Weight: approx. 414 g / 461 g (including battery and memory card)