Canon EOS R8
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Canon EOS R8 initial review
- 24.2MP full-frame CMOS sensor
- Up to 40fps continuous shooting with e-shutter (6fps with mechanical)
- 30fps Raw Burst mode with 1/2-second pre-buffering
- Full-width 4K video from 6K capture at up to 60p
- 10-bit C-Log3 or HDR PQ video capture
- 10-bit HDR HEIF option
- 2.36M dot OLED viewfinder (0.7x magnification)
- Fully-articulated rear screen
- 4-channel audio with optional XLR adapter
- 24.2MP full-frame CMOS sensor
- Up to 40fps continuous shooting with e-shutter (6fps with mechanical)
- 30fps Raw Burst mode with 1/2-second pre-buffering
- Full-width 4K video from 6K capture at up to 60p
- 10-bit C-Log3 or HDR PQ video capture
- 10-bit HDR HEIF option
- 2.36M dot OLED viewfinder (0.7x magnification)
- Fully-articulated rear screen
- 4-channel audio with optional XLR adapter
Canon EOS R8 review
It took a while before Canon found its footing in the full-frame mirrorless camera market, and the R8 is a solid option for those looking to get into the full-frame RF system in the Philippines without spending a lot.
Canon EOS R8 review: Punching above its weight
If you're keen to get into full-frame photography or filmmaking with a Canon camera, the EOS R8 is hard to resist. It offers a lot of the same features as the EOS R6 Mark II, and it does so for a grand less. Think of the lens you could buy with the savings! There are a few things that we don't like, the simplified controls being the main one. We especially missed the rear wheel on this model, and a bigger battery would sweeten the deal, too. There's also no IBIS, but that posed less of an issue in reality than we thought it might.- Extremely compact and lightweight
- Excellent full-frame sensor
- Superb autofocus
- Oversampled 4K60 with no crop
- 40fps bursts with the electronic shutter
- No joystick or rear dial
- No IBIS
- Relatively small battery
Canon EOS R8 Review | Entry-Level Full-Frame Mirrorless Done Right?
All things considered, the Canon EOS R8 delivers the imagery Canon is known for. With its semi-professional sensor and autofocus system, you’ll love the results! Also, you’ll probably love just using the camera, too, especially if you’re a beginner who does a little bit of everything.
Canon EOS R8 Review: An Annoyingly Good Camera
“Wait, they don’t even sell it as a kit with some L-glass?” I asked my friend on the phone when I got the Canon EOS R8 in for review. And so, I tried to figure out what lenses to test it with.- Good image quality, Small, Lightweight, The autofocus really works, Very affordable
- I wish the weather resistance was even better, and that it had a bundle with L lenses, Otherwise, I’m truly annoyed at how this camera even gives the R5 a run for its money in some ways
Canon EOS R8 Review: Budget Full Frame Power With Compromises
This month, the Canon EOS R8 joins the increasingly crowded market of entry-level full-frame mirrorless systems. At $1,500 it undercuts the price of the Lumix S5-II I reviewed recently – and that camera was already a decent value.- High Performance at a Low Price, Fantastic Low Light Images, Full Frame 4K60 Footage
- Cheap Construction, Lacking in Physical Controls, Overheats at Highest Video Settings
Canon EOS R8 review
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.
Canon EOS R8 review
The Canon EOS R8 is one of the cheapest full-frame cameras on the market, and while it is missing some high-end features you won’t find a better full-frame camera for this price. Its design and handling are beginner-friendly, but if you’re more advanced then you’ll likely outgrow this camera before...- Excellent tracking and autofocus, Very affordable for a full-frame camera, Lightweight and compact form factor
- Low-resolution EVF and LCD screen, No IBIS, Small battery means shorter battery life
Canon EOS R8 (Review Canon EOS R8)
Affordable high-performance focus and full-frame picture quality- 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
- Omits focus joystick, Image sensor isn't stabilized, Runs hot at 4K60
Canon EOS R8 review: the best full-frame camera for beginners?
The Canon EOS R8 is the lightest full-frame mirrorless camera that the photography stalwart offers, targeting existing DSLR users, content creators, and students wanting an affordable entry point into the Canon EOS R system.- Canon’s lightest full-frame camera, Detailed naturalistic images, Lightning-quick autofocus, User-friendly operation
- Misses out on body integral image stabilisation, Lightweight body feels a tad insubstantial, So-so battery life