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- Excellent picture quality
- Very fast autofocus
- Powerful 4K video functions
- No image stabiliser
- weak battery
- only one card slot
Canon EOS R8 Kit
24.20 Mpx, Full frameDelivered tomorrow
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The Canon EOS R8 is a powerful full-frame hybrid camera designed for both photography and videography. With an impressive resolution of 24.2 megapixels, it enables the capture of high-resolution images and detailed 4K videos at up to 60 frames per second. The camera features an advanced Dual Pixel CMOS AF II autofocus system that ensures precise detection and tracking of subjects, regardless of the shooting situation. The electronic viewfinder and the 7.5 cm touchscreen LCD provide a user-friendly interface that facilitates creative control over your shots. The EOS R8 is ideal for travel photographers and creative professionals seeking a compact and versatile camera that delivers excellent results in both photography and video production.
- 24.2 megapixel full-frame sensor for high-resolution images
- 4K video recording at 60 fps for smooth video content
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF II for precise subject tracking
- Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for easy connectivity
- Compatible with RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM lens for versatile shooting options.
Continuous shooting mode | 40 FPS |
Camera type | Mirrorless Camera |
Camera equipment | With kit lens |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Aperture | f/4.0 - 7.1 |
Image sensor format | Full frame |
Memory card type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Item number | 59972279 |
Manufacturer | Canon |
Category | Cameras |
Manufacturer no. | 5803C096 |
Release date | 6.7.2025 |
Sales rank in Category Cameras | 10 of 636 |
May include power adapter | No |
Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Material group | Glass, Metal, Plastic |
Material | Aluminium alloy, Magnesium alloy |
Scene mode | Landscape, Portrait |
Scope of application | General application |
Camera type | Mirrorless Camera |
Camera equipment | With kit lens |
Wireless transmission | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Flash equipment | E-TTL II, Hot shoe |
White balance | Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Flash, umbra |
Exposure type | Aperture priority AE, Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual |
Exposure compensation | ± 3EV in 1/2 steps, ± 3EV in 1/3 steps |
Bayonet lens mount | Canon RF |
Closure type | Electric |
Self-timer delay | 10 s, 2 s |
Connection | 1/4" |
Image sensor resolution | 24.20 Mpx |
Image sensor type | CMOS |
Image sensor format | Full frame |
Image sensor size | 35.9 x 23.9 mm |
Crop factor | 1 |
Supported page ratios | 3:2 |
Min. ISO sensitivity | 100 |
Max. ISO Sensitivity | 102400 |
Min. aperture opening | f/40 |
Max. aperture | f/4 |
Aperture | f/4.0 - 7.1 |
Min. focal length (exact) | 24 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 105 mm |
Lens equipment | Image stabilisation |
Filter thread | 67 mm |
Display size (inches) | 3" |
Screen technology | LCD |
Panel technology | TFT |
Resolution | 1620000 Pixels |
Display functions | Tilt and swivel |
Viewfinder type | Electric |
Viewfinder resolution | 2360000 Pixels |
Coverage | 100 % |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Autofocus type | Dual Pixel |
Shutter speed | 30 - 1/16000 s, 30 - 1/4000 s |
Min. shutter speed | 30 s |
Max. Shutter speed | 1/16000 s |
Continuous shooting mode | 40 FPS |
Max. Video resolution | 3840 x 2160 Pixels |
Max. video resolution standard | 4K |
Max. frame rate | 4k (60fps), Full HD (180fps) |
Memory card type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Number of storage compartments | 1 |
Image file formats | HEIF, JPEG, RAW |
Video file formats | mp4 |
Durability | Dustproof, Weather resistant |
Waterproof | Splash-proof |
Connections | 2.5mm for remote control, 3.5mm headphones, 3.5mm microphone, Micro HDMI (Type D), USB-C |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Country of origin | Japan |
Manufacturer commitment | SBTi |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | EOS R8, LC-E17 Charger, LP-E17 Accu, Manual, RF 24-105mm 4-7.1 IS STM |
Width | 132.54 mm |
Length | 70 mm |
Height | 86.10 mm |
Weight | 414 g |
Length | 30.10 cm |
Width | 28.80 cm |
Height | 20 cm |
Weight | 1.92 kg |
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Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 1.Olympus1.1 %
- 3.Sony1.2 %
- 4.Canon1.3 %
- 5.Panasonic1.4 %
- 6.Fujifilm1.5 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 8.Nikon10 days
- 8.OM System10 days
- 8.Pentax10 days
- 11.Fujifilm13 days
- 12.Canon21 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 4.Kodak3.1 %
- 5.Olympus3.5 %
- 6.Canon4.4 %
- 7.Panasonic4.8 %
- 8.Pentax5.5 %
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Overall ratingVery good87/100
Canon has built a very attractive upmarket package in the form of the EOS R8. In the lab test, it only just missed out on the "Super" seal. The image quality and speed rating in particular contributed to the high score. The powerful autofocus and video performance are also impressive...
The complete switch by manufacturers from DSLRs to mirrorless system cameras means that the housings of current cameras have also shrunk significantly compared to the past. This is logical, as manufacturers no longer have to accommodate bulky mirror boxes in their housings. Nevertheless, there are still considerable differences in size and weight even in current cameras...
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With a price range from 890 to 8000 euros, there should be something to suit almost every budget. High-resolution medium and full-frame cameras offer top performance in terms of image quality. Robust, fast and excellently equipped cameras can also be found in the APS-C and MFT range...
- Fast autofocus with sophisticated scene recognition
- films in 4K60p
- Somewhat pixelated viewfinder
- No image stabiliser in the housing
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If you are looking for a particularly compact full-frame camera with the latest autofocus capabilities, the Alpha 7C II is a good choice. However, most of the larger cameras in the test field offer greater ease of use, e.g. an autofocus joystick or better viewfinders. The Canon EOS R8, which is the second cheapest camera tested with a street price of 1800 euros, won the test and offers the best value...