EOS R8 Mark II

Q: Is the EOS R8 Mark II easy to use for beginners

Yes. Simple controls and guided shooting modes help you get confident results from day one, with plenty of room to grow your skills over time.

Q: Can I transfer photos from the EOS R8 Mark II directly to my phone?

Yes. Built-in Wi-Fi lets you transfer photos directly to your smartphone using the Canon Camera Connect app, making it easy to access, organise and share your photos on the go.

Q: Can the EOS R8 Mark II shoot video as well as stills?

Yes. It records 4K 60p (oversampled from 6K) so it's ready for crystal clear video whenever you are.

Q: Why choose a Full-Frame Camera?

Full-frame cameras feature a larger sensor (compared to ASP-C) that captures more detail, performs better in low light and creates beautiful natural bokeh. Making it ideal for professional-looking portraits and candid moments.

Q: Can I use RF lenses without a crop factor on a Full-Frame camera?

Yes. When paired with a Full-Frame EOS R camera, RF lenses deliver their intended focal length with no crop factor. For example, a 50mm RF lens provides a true 50mm field of view, while the same lens on an APS-C camera has a 1.6x crop, giving a narrower field of view equivalent to approximately 80mm.

Q: Is the EOS R8 Mark II image quality better than a smartphone camera?

For image quality and creative control, yes. Its larger full-frame sensor and interchangeable lenses capture more detail, perform better in low light and give you greater control over depth of field than a smartphone.

EOS R8 Mark II 24MP Compact Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera for Travel & Everyday

Lightweight, intuitive and ready when you are.

Full-frame Mirrorless
40 frames per second + pre-continuous shooting
In-body Image Stabilisation

Created to Explore

Explore creative looks, capture fleeting moments, create slow or fast-motion cinematic videos all in-camera, so you can capture more, edit less and share wherever you go.

Full-frame quality in a sleek, compact body

A compact, lightweight body that delivers outstanding image quality, with in-body stabilisation for sharp handheld shots.

Autofocus that keeps up with real life

Dual Pixel CMOS AF II tracks people, pets and action with the tenacity of Canon's advanced cameras, so you don't miss the shot.

Comparison of Canon EOS R8 Mark II, EOS R8 and EOS R6 Mark II specifications, including price, sensor, resolution, video, shooting, stabilisation, storage, dimensions and battery features, to help you choose the right EOS camera.
Feature	EOS R8 Mark II	EOS R8	EOS R6 Mark II
Best For	Best for photographers upgrading from APS-C who want full-frame power in a modern, compact body	Best for entry-level photographers who want full-frame photography at an accessible price	Best for advanced photographers who want a robust body, longer battery life, and dual SD card slots for demanding shoots
Price (RRP)	$2,529 RRPBody only	$2,199 RRPBody only	$3,299 RRPBody only
Sensor size	Full-frame	Full-frame	Full-frame
Resolution	24.2 MP	24.2 MP	24.2 MP
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Max video resolution	4K 60P	4K 60P	4K 60P
Continuous shooting speed	40 FPS	40 FPS	40 FPS
Pre-continuous shooting	Up to 20 frames	No	No
In-body image stabilisation	Yes (up to 7.5 stops)	No	Yes (up to 8 stops)
Slow & Fast motion mode	Yes	No	No
Register People Priority mode	Yes	No	No
Video recording options	XF-HEVC S / XF-AVC S	MP4	MP4
Canon Log 3	Yes	Yes	Yes
Canon Log 2	No	No	No
Memory Cards	SD UHS II	SD UHS II	2 x SD UHS II
Weight	546g	461g	670g
Dimensions (WxHxD)	131.4 x 90.0 x 79.7mm	132.5 x 86.1 x 70 mm	138.4 x 98.4 x 88.4 mm
Battery	LP-E17	LP-E17	LP-E6NH
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EOS R8 Mark II

EOS R8

EOS R6 Mark II

Best For

Best for photographers upgrading from APS-C who want full-frame power in a modern, compact body

Best for entry-level photographers who want full-frame photography at an accessible price

Best for advanced photographers who want a robust body, longer battery life, and dual SD card slots for demanding shoots

Price (RRP)

$2,529 RRPBody only

$2,199 RRPBody only

$3,299 RRPBody only

Sensor size

Full-frame

Resolution

24.2 MP

Max video resolution

4K 60P

Continuous shooting speed

40 FPS

Pre-continuous shooting

Up to 20 frames

In-body image stabilisation

Yes (up to 7.5 stops)

Yes (up to 8 stops)

Slow & Fast motion mode

Yes

Video recording options

XF-HEVC S / XF-AVC S

MP4

Canon Log 3

Yes

Canon Log 2

Memory Cards

SD UHS II

2 x SD UHS II

Weight

546g

461g

670g

Dimensions (WxHxD)

131.4 x 90.0 x 79.7mm

132.5 x 86.1 x 70 mm

138.4 x 98.4 x 88.4 mm

Battery

LP-E17

LP-E6NH

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EOS R8 Mark II

Best For: Best for photographers upgrading from APS-C who want full-frame power in a modern, compact body
Price (RRP): $2,529 RRPBody only
Sensor size: Full-frame
Resolution: 24.2 MP
Max video resolution: 4K 60P
Continuous shooting speed: 40 FPS
Pre-continuous shooting: Up to 20 frames
In-body image stabilisation: Yes (up to 7.5 stops)
Slow & Fast motion mode: Yes
Register People Priority mode: Yes
Video recording options: XF-HEVC S / XF-AVC S
Canon Log 3: Yes
Canon Log 2: No
Memory Cards: SD UHS II
Weight: 546g
Dimensions (WxHxD): 141.8 x 83.3 x 79.7mm
Battery: LP-E17

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EOS R8

Best For: Best for entry-level photographers who want full-frame photography at an accessible price
Price (RRP): $2,199 RRPBody only
Sensor size: Full-frame
Resolution: 24.2 MP
Max video resolution: 4K 60P
Continuous shooting speed: 40 FPS
Pre-continuous shooting: No
In-body image stabilisation: No
Slow & Fast motion mode: No
Register People Priority mode: No
Video recording options: MP4
Canon Log 3: Yes
Canon Log 2: No
Memory Cards: SD UHS II
Weight: 461g
Dimensions (WxHxD): 132.5 x 86.1 x 70 mm
Battery: LP-E17

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EOS R6 Mark II

Best For: Best for advanced photographers who want a robust body, longer battery life, and dual SD card slots for demanding shoots
Price (RRP): $3,299 RRPBody only
Sensor size: Full-frame
Resolution: 24.2 MP
Max video resolution: 4K 60P
Continuous shooting speed: 40 FPS
Pre-continuous shooting: No
In-body image stabilisation: Yes (up to 8 stops)
Slow & Fast motion mode: No
Register People Priority mode: No
Video recording options: MP4
Canon Log 3: Yes
Canon Log 2: No
Memory Cards: 2 x SD UHS II
Weight: 670g
Dimensions (WxHxD): 138.4 x 98.4 x 88.4 mm
Battery: LP-E6NH