Canon EOS R8 Body Only

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EOSR8BB

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This lightweight, travel-friendly full-frame camera offers powerful photo and video capabilities, ideal for photographers and content creators. With a 24.2MP sensor and DIGIC X processor, it delivers high-resolution images and impressive 4K video. Its advanced autofocus system excels in fast and accurate focusing, even in low light. The camera allows for livestreaming and offers versatile connectivity options. The vari-angle touchscreen and electronic viewfinder enhance ease of use and composition flexibility.

Features

Lightweight and Portable

The Canon EOS R8 is a lightweight, travel-friendly full-frame camera perfect for photographers and content creators on the move.

High-Quality Imaging

With a 24.2MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC X processor, it delivers high-resolution images with rich colours, even in challenging lighting conditions.

Advanced Video Capabilities

Capture impressive 4K 60p video and Full HD 1080 180p for slow motion, with options for HDR PQ and Canon Log 3 for enhanced editing potential.

Fast and Accurate Autofocus

The Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system offers fast, precise focusing with subject detection and tracking capabilities, even in low light down to -6.5 EV.

Enhanced Connectivity

Enjoy versatile connectivity with built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and USB-C, enabling easy file sharing, livestreaming, and remote camera control.

Stabilised Video Recording

Movie Digital IS provides 5-axis image stabilisation to ensure smooth handheld video, enhanced when using RF lenses with optical stabilisation.

Specifications

Canon R8 Specs

Imaging

Lens MountCanon RF
Sensor ResolutionEffective: 24.2 Megapixel
Sensor Type35.9 x 23.9 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS
Image StabilizationSensor-Shift, 5-Axis (Video Only)
Built-In ND FilterNone
Capture TypeStills & Video

Exposure Control

Shutter TypeElectronic Shutter
Shutter SpeedElectronic Shutter
1/16000 Up to 30 Seconds in Manual Mode
1/16000 Up to 30 Seconds in Time Mode
1/8000 Up to 30 Second
Electronic Front Curtain Shutter
1/4000 Up to 30 Seconds
Bulb/Time ModeBulb Mode, Time Mode
ISO SensitivityPhoto/Video
100 to 102,400 (Extended: 50 to 204,800)
Metering MethodCenter-Weighted Average, Evaluative, Partial, Spot
Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Metering Range-3 to 20 EV
White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (White), Kelvin, Shade, Tungsten
Continuous ShootingElectronic Shutter
Up to 40 fps for up to 120 Frames (JPEG) / 56 Frames (Raw)
Up to 6 fps for up to 1000 Frames (JPEG) / 1000 Frames (Raw)
Interval RecordingYes
Self-Timer2/10-Second Delay

Still Image Capture

Aspect Ratio3:2
Image File FormatC-RAW, HEIF, JPEG, Raw
Bit Depth14-Bit

Video Capture

Internal Recording ModesH.264/H.265/MP4 4:2:2 10-Bit
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
1920 x 1080 up to 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/120/150/180 fps
External Recording ModesNone
Gamma CurveCanon Log 3, HDR-PQ
Recording LimitUp to 30 Minutes in 4K
Up to 30 Minutes in 1080p HFR
Broadcast OutputNTSC/PAL
Built-In Microphone TypeStereo

Interface

Media/Memory Card SlotSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Video I/O1 x Micro-HDMI Output
Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input on Camera Body
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Headphone/Mic Headphone Output on Camera Body
Other I/O1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 2)
Wireless2.4 / 5 GHz Bluetooth 4.2 Control
Mobile App CompatibleYes
*As of February, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.)None

Monitor

Size3"
Resolution1,620,000 Dot
Display TypeArticulating Touchscreen LCD

Viewfinder

TypeBuilt-In Electronic (OLED)
Size0.39"
Resolution2,360,000 Dot
Eye Point22 mm
Coverage100%
MagnificationApprox. 70x
Diopter Adjustment-4 to +1

Focus

Focus TypeAuto and Manual Focus
Focus ModeContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
Autofocus PointsPhoto
Phase Detection: 4897
VideoPhase Detection: 4067
Autofocus Sensitivity-6.5 to +21 EV

Flash

Built-In FlashNo
Flash ModesAuto
Maximum Sync Speed1/200 Second
Flash Compensation-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Dedicated Flash SystemeTTL
External Flash ConnectionIntelligent Hot Shoe

Environmental

Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Operating Humidity0 to 85%

General

Battery Type1 x LP-E17 Rechargeable Lithium Polymer
Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female
Dimensions (W x H x D)5.22 x 3.39 x 2.76" / 132.59 x 86.11 x 70.1 mm
Weight1.0 lb / 461 g (With Battery, Recording Media)
0.9 lb / 414 g (Body Only)