Canon EOS R8 Mirrorless Camera with RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens
Model: 5803C012
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Viewfinder
Coverage | 100% |
Magnification | Approx. 70x |
Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +1 |
Type | Built-In Electronic (OLED) |
Size | 0.39" |
Resolution | 2,360,000 Dot |
Eye Point | 22 mm |
Video Capture
Recording Limit | Up to 30 Minutes in 4K Up to 30 Minutes in 1080p HFR |
External Recording Modes | None |
Internal Recording Modes | H.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 |
Built-In Microphone Type | Stereo |
Broadcast Output | NTSC/PAL |
Gamma Curve | Canon Log 3, HDR-PQ |
Still Image Capture
Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
Image File Format | C-RAW, HEIF, JPEG, Raw |
Monitor
Size | 3" |
Resolution | 1,620,000 Dot |
Display Type | Articulating Touchscreen LCD |
Interface
Video I/O | 1 x Micro-HDMI Output |
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) | None |
Mobile App Compatible | Yes *As of February, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
Wireless | 2.4 / 5 GHz Bluetooth 4.2 Control |
Other I/O | 1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 2) |
Audio I/O | 1 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 |
Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Imaging
Sensor Resolution | Effective: 24.2 Megapixel |
Lens Mount | Canon RF |
Sensor Type | 35.9 x 23.9 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS |
Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis (Video Only) |
Built-In ND Filter | None |
Capture Type | Stills & Video |
General
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5.22 x 3.39 x 2.76" / 132.59 x 86.11 x 70.1 mm |
Weight | 1.0 lb / 461 g (With Battery, Recording Media) 0.9 lb / 414 g (Body Only) |
Battery Type | 1 x LP-E17 Rechargeable Lithium Polymer |
Tripod Mounting Thread | 1 x 1/4"-20 Female |
Focus
Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
Autofocus Sensitivity | -6.5 to +21 EV |
Autofocus Points | Photo Phase Detection: 4897 Video Phase Detection: 4067 |
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
Flash
Built-In Flash | No |
Flash Modes | Auto |
Maximum Sync Speed | 1/200 Second |
Flash Compensation | -3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
Dedicated Flash System | eTTL |
External Flash Connection | Intelligent Hot Shoe |
Exposure Control
Exposure Compensation | -3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Evaluative, Partial, Spot |
Bulb/Time Mode | Bulb Mode, Time Mode |
Shutter Speed | Electronic 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 |
Shutter Type | Electronic Shutter |
ISO Sensitivity | Photo/Video 100 to 102,400 (Extended: 50 to 204,800) |
Self-Timer | 2/10-Second Delay |
Interval Recording | Yes |
Continuous Shooting | Electronic 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) |
White Balance | Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (White), Kelvin, Shade, Tungsten |
Metering Range | -3 to 20 EV |
Environmental
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
Operating Humidity | 0 to 85% |
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The Canon EOS R8 essentially takes the sensor of the higher-end R6 II and packs it into a simpler, lighter body more akin to the entry-level RP. As such it’s perfectly positioned between those two models, delivering the photo, video and autofocus of the R6 II at a much more affordable price.
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The Canon R8 is great for travel photography. It's relatively lightweight and portable for a full-frame camera. Its sensor captures very high-quality images, and it has a very effective autofocus system.
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Excellent image quality., Lightweight and fairly portable., Fantastic autofocus.
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Poor battery life., Somewhat cheap-feeling build quality.
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Our Canon EOS R8 review is still underway, but our first impressions are that this is a camera that could have a very wide appeal. Beginners and those using APS-C cameras will see it as an attractive jump into full-frame photography, with an attractive set of features.
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The Canon EOS R8's combination of a full-frame sensor and fast autofocus system results in a compact mirrorless camera with much better than entry-level performance,
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Class-leading autofocus system, 24MP full-frame sensor, E-shutter supports 40fps capture, Articulating touch LCD, Full-width 4K60 video with 10-bit color, Includes mic and headphone jacks
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Omits focus joystick, Image sensor isn't stabilized, Runs hot at 4K60
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The Canon EOS R8’s compact size and light weight make it very competitive in the enthusiast camera category, although the lack of adequate weatherproofing will be a disincentive to outdoor photographers.
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In this day and age, new tech that costs less is always welcome, and what Canon has done with the EOS R8 is create a full-frame camera with serious power, in a low-cost simplified body.
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Same 24MP sensor as EOS R6 II, Canon's lightest full-frame mirrorless camera, Excellent video features, Decent price for a Canon
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Modest battery life, Basic control layout considering feature set, No IBIS
Useful and Best Output by this Camera.
- 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
- 4K60p 10-Bit Internal Video, C-Log 3
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
- 2.36m-Dot Electronic Viewfinder
- 3.0" 1.62m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen
- 40 fps Electronic Shutter
- Microphone Input, Headphone Output
- Multi-Function Shoe, UVC Livestreaming
- RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens
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- Canon EOS R8 Mirrorless Camera
- Canon RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens (Canon RF)