Recommended Exposure Index
Mirrorless Cameras
Canon EOS R8
SpecificationsSpecifications
- 24.2 megapixel full-frame sensor
An ideal balance of detail, speed and low-light performance, whether you’re shooting photos or video.
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- Full HD 180p
Create sumptuous slow-motion effects.
- 2.36 million dot EVF
See exactly what you’ll capture when you shoot, and take a natural view of the world with OVF simulation view assist14.
- UHS-II SD card slot
Use widely available SD cards to store your content – including fast UHS-II cards for high-speed shooting33.
- Weather-resistant construction31
Keep shooting even when conditions turn bad.
- Advanced HDR and HDR PQ
Multiple options for HDR – even with moving subjects and with both photos and video10.
- Guided UI
Discover how to shoot with your EOS R8, navigate its controls and learn the principles of photography.
- -6.5EV autofocus sensitivity
Quickly acquire accurate focus, even in light levels equivalent to that of a half moon4.
- 40fps19 high-speed continuous shooting +
Capture fleeting moments in time using the camera’s electronic shutter.
- 6fps18 high-speed continuous shooting
Eliminate rolling-shutter effects with an electronic first curtain shutter.
- 30fps RAW burst mode19
With 0.5sec pre-shot capture that records images from before the moment the shutter release button was pressed.
- H.264 and H.265 codecs
For maximum quality and compatibility.
- Focus-breathing compensation3
For smooth, professional pull-focus transitions.
- 2.4GHz Wi-Fi®
For fast, wireless file transfer to computers and smart devices, plus remote camera control.
- Bluetooth® Low Energy 4.2
Maintains a constant Bluetooth link with your smart device.
- Use as a high-quality webcam32
Plug and play with USB to look your best in live streams and internet calls.
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
Recognises and tracks subjects,3 keeping them in sharp focus.
- Canon Camera Connect app
Connect your Canon camera to your Apple or Android device for remote shooting and easy photo sharing32.
- image.canon
Photo/video storage and sync, plus cloud-based RAW processing.16
Specifications in detail
Image Sensor
- Type35.9 x 23.9 mm CMOS
- Effective PixelsApprox. 24.2megapixels
- Total PixelsApprox. 25.6 megapixels
- Aspect Ratio3:2
- Low-Pass FilterBuilt-in/Fixed
- Sensor CleaningEOS integrated cleaning system
- Colour Filter TypePrimary Colour
- Sensor Shift-ISNo
Image Processor
- TypeDIGIC X
Lens
- Lens Mount
- Focal LengthEquivalent to 1.0x the focal length of the lens with RF and EF lenses 1.6x with EF-S / RF-S
- Image StabilisationLens/Digital only
Focusing
- TypeDual Pixel CMOS AF II
- AF System / Points100% horizontal and 100% vertical with Face + Tracking and Auto Selection modes
100% horizontal and 90% vertical with manual selection and large zone modes3 - AF Working RangeEV -6.5 – 21 (at 23°C & ISO100)4
- AF ModesOne Shot, Servo AF, AI Focus AF
- AF Point SelectionAutomatic selection: 1053 Available AF areas when automatically selected,
Manual selection: 1-point AF (AF frame size can be changed) 4897 AF positions available stills (4067 Movies)
Manual selection: AF point Expansion 4 points (up, down, left, right)
Manual selection: AF point Expansion surrounding
Manual selection: Flexible Zone AF 1-3 (all AF points divided into minimum 9 to 999 maximum focusing zones) - AF TrackingHumans(Eye, Face, Head, Body), Animals (Dogs, Cats, Birds and Horses) or Vehicles (Racing cars or Motor bikes, Aircraft and Trains)
- AF LockLocked when shutter button is pressed halfway or AF ON is pressed in One Shot AF mode. Using customised button set to AF stop in AI servo
- AF Assist BeamEmitted by built in LED or optional dedicated Speedlite (flash)
- Manual FocusSelected on lens/camera5
Exposure Control
- Metering ModesReal-time with image sensor, 384-zone metering.
(1) Evaluative metering (linked to All AF points)
(2) Partial metering (approx. 5.9% of viewfinder at centre)6
(3) Spot metering: Centre spot metering (approx. 3% viewfinder at centre)- AF point-linked spot metering not provided7
(4) Centre weighted average metering - Metering Brightness RangeEV -3 – 20 (at 23°C, ISO100, with evaluative metering)
- AE LockAuto: AE lock takes effect when focus is achieved
Manual: By AE lock button in P, Av, Fv, Tv and M modes - Exposure Compensation+/-3 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments (can be combined with AEB)
- AEB+/-3 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments
- Anti-flicker Shooting
- ISO SensitivityAuto 100-102400 (in 1/3-stop or 1 stop increments) ISO can be expanded to L:50, H:204,80010
Shutter
- TypeElectronically-controlled focal-plane shutter11 and Electronic shutter function on sensor
- SpeedElectronic 1st-curtain: 30-1/4000 sec (1/2 or 1/3 stop increments), Bulb Electronic: 30-1/1600012 (1/2 or 1/3 stop increments up to 1/8000 then 1 stop to 1/16000) (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode)
- Shutter ReleaseSoft touch electromagnetic release
White Balance
- TypeAuto white balance with the imaging sensor
- SettingsAWB (Ambience priority/White priority), Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten light, White Fluorescent light, Flash, Custom, Colour Temperature Setting White balance compensation:
1. Blue/Amber +/-9
2. Magenta/Green +/-9 - Custom White BalanceYes, 1 setting can be registered - From image or Live View
- WB Bracketing+/-3 levels in single level increments 3, 2, 5 or 7 bracketed images per shutter release Selectable Blue/Amber bias or Magenta/Green bias
Viewfinder
- Type0.39 inch OLED colour EVF
- Dot Count2.36 Million dots (1024x768)
- Coverage (Vertical/Horizontal)Approx. 100%
- MagnificationApprox. 0.70x13
- EyepointApprox. 22mm (At -1 m-1 from eyepiece lens end)
- Dioptre Correction-4 to +1 m-1 (dioptre)
- Display PerformancePower saving: 59.94 fps Smooth 119.98 fps14
- Viewfinder InformationAccessory attached indicator, AE lock, AEB, AF area, AF method, AF operation, AF point (1-point AF), AF point information, Anti-flicker shooting, Aperture value, Aspect ratio, Audio recording level (manual), Audio recording level indicator (manual), Auto Lighting Optimizer, Battery level, Bluetooth function, Canon Log, Creative filters, Bulb timer, Digital Lens Optimizer, Digital zoom, Drive mode, Electronic level, Electronic shutter, Exposure compensation, Exposure level indicator, Exposure simulation, FE lock, FEB, Flash off, Flash-ready, Focus bracketing, focus distance scale, GPS, Grid, HDR PQ, HDR shooting, Headphone volume, Highlight tone priority, High-speed sync, Histogram (Brightness/RGB), Image Quality, Image Stabilizer (IS mode), Interval timer, ISO speed, Lens information, Magnify button, Maximum burst, Metering mode, Movie recording in progress, Movie recording size, Movie recording time available, Movie recording time available/Elapsed recording time, Movie self-timer, Movie Servo AF, Multi Shot Noise Reduction, Multi-function lock warning, Multiple-exposure shooting, No. of remaining shots for focus bracketing, Number of available shots/Sec. until self-timer shoots, Number of remaining multiple exposures, Number of self-timer shooting, Overheat control, Picture Style, Quick Control button, Shooting mode, Shutter speed, Still photo cropping, Subject to detect, Touch Shutter/Create folder, vertical exposure scale, View Assist, White balance, White balance correction, Wi-Fi function, Wi-Fi signal strength
- Depth of Field PreviewYes, via customised button or with "Exposure +DOP" ( up to F8)15
LCD Monitor
- Type7.5cm (3.0") Clear View LCD II, approx. 1.62 million dots
- CoverageApprox. 100%
- Viewing Angle (Horizontally/Vertically)Approx. 170° vertically and horizontally
- Brightness AdjustmentManual: Adjustable to one of seven levels
- Touch Screen OperationsCapacitive method with menu functions, Quick Control settings, playback operations, and magnified display. AF point selection in still and Movies, touch shutter is possible in still photo shooting.
- Display Options(1) Basic Camera settings
(2) Advance Camera settings
(3) Camera settings plus histogram and dual level display
(4) No info
(5) Quick Control Screen
Flash
- ModesE-TTL II flash metering, Manual flash, MULTI flash (stroboscopic), Auto external flash metering, Manual external flash metering, Continuous shooting priority (CSP) mode16
- X-Sync1/200 sec. Electronic 1st-curtain only
- Flash Exposure Compensation+/- 3EV in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments with EL and EX series Speedlite flashes
- Flash Exposure Bracketing+/- 3EV in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments with EL and EX series Speedlite flashes
- Flash Exposure LockYes
- Second Curtain SynchronisationYes via Speedlite17
- Multi-Function Shoe / HotShoe / PC TerminalYes(21-pin multi-function shoe equipped with the traditional 5-pin contact (X-sync, communication contact) )/No
- External Flash CompatibilityE-TTL II with EX / EL series Speedlite, wireless multi-flash support
- External Flash Controlvia camera menu screen
Shooting
- ModesStills / Movie: Scene Intelligent Auto, Flexible priority AE, Program AE, Shutter priority AE, Aperture priority AE, Manual, Bulb and Custom (x2)
- Picture StylesAuto, Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Fine Detail, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, User Defined (x3)
- Colour SpacesRGB and Adobe RGB
- Image ProcessingHighlight Tone Priority (2 settings)
Auto Lighting Optimizer (3 settings)
Long exposure noise reduction
Clarity
High ISO speed noise reduction (4 settings) (stills and video)
Lens optical correction
- Peripheral illumination correction, Chromatic aberration correction Distortion correction (during/after still photo shooting, during video only)
Diffraction correction,
Digital Lens Optimizer (during/after still photo shooting only)
Focus Bracketing including image compositing
Resize to M, S1, S2
Cropping of images (JPEG/HEIF)
- Aspect ratios 3:2, 4:3, 16:9, 1:1 x1.6crop
- Switch between vertical and horizontal cropping orientation
- Image straightening
- Cropping frame can be moved using touch screen operation
RAW image processing
Dual Pixel RAW – Portrait Relighting, Background Clarity ( in camera)
Raw Cloud processing
Multiple exposure
HDR - with moving subject suppression
HEIF to Jpeg conversion (single or batch) - Drive ModesSingle, Continuous High+, Continuous High, Continuous Low, Self timer (2s+remote, 10s+remote, Continous+remote)
- Continuous Shooting
- Interval TimerBuilt in
File Type
- Still Image TypeRAW: RAW, C-RAW 14 bit (14-bit A/D conversion with Electronic 1st-Curtain, 12-bit A/D conversion with Electronic shutter, Canon original RAW 3rd edition)
JPEG 8 bit: 2 compression options
HEIF 10 bit: 2 compression options
Complies with Exif 2.31 and Design rule for Camera File system 2.0
Complies with Digital Print Order Format [DPOF] Version 1.1 - RAW+JPEG Simultaneous RecordingYes, any combination of RAW + JPEG or RAW + HEIF possible
- Image SizeRAW/ C-RAW:
3:2 ratio 6000x4000
1.6x crop 3744x2496
4:3 ratio 6000x4000
16:9 ratio 6000x4000
1:1 ratio 6000x4000
JPEG/ HEIF:
3:2 ratio (L) 6000x4000, (M) 3984x2656, (S1) 2976x1984, (S2) 2400x1600
1.6x crop (L) 3744x2496, (S2) 2400x1600
4:3 ratio (L) 5328x4000, (M) 3552x2664, (S1) 2656x1992, (S2) 2112x1600
16:9 ratio (L) 6000x3368, (M) 3984x2240, (S1) 2976x1680, (S2) 2400x1344
1:1 ratio (L) 4000x4000, (M) 2656x2656, (S1) 1984x1984, (S2) 1600x1600 - FoldersNew folders can be manually created, named and selected
- File Numbering(1) Continuous numbering
(2) Auto reset
(3) Manual reset - File NamingNo user pre-sets
EOS Movie
- Movie TypeMP4 Video: 4K UHD, Full HD (16:9)21, Audio: Linear PCM / AAC
- Movie Size4K UHD22 (16:9) 3840 x 2160 (59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, 23.98fps) inter frame (IPB) / (IPB Light)
4K UHD cropped (16:9) 3840 x 2160 (59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, 23.98fps) inter frame (IPB) / (IPB Light)
4K UHD Timelapse (16:9) 3840 x 2160 (29.97, 25fps)23 intra frame (All-I)
Full HD (16:9) 1920 x 1080 (179.82, 150, 119.88, 100, 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, 23.98fps) inter frame (IPB) / (IPB Light)24
Full HD Timelapse (16:9) 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25fps)25 intra frame (All-I),
Full HD HDR (16:9) 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25fps) inter frame (IPB) [AAC Only]
Full HD Creative Filters (16:9) 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25fps) inter frame (IPB) / (IPB Light) [AAC Only] - Colour Sampling (Internal Recording)4K / Full HD - YCbCr4:2:0 8 bit or YCbCr4:2:2 10 bit
- Canon LogYes, Canon Log 3
- Movie LengthMax movie continuous recording time available 2 hours26.
High Frame Rate movie (Full HD 179.82/150fps): 20 min.
High Frame Rate movie (Full HD 119.88/100fps): 30 min.
No 4GB file limit with exFAT formatted SD card. - High Frame Rate MovieFull HD at 179.82fps, 150fps, 100fps or 119.9fps27
Recorded as 1/6-speed slow motion movie
Single scene maximum recording up to approx. 20 mins, 179.82/150fps 30mins 119.88/100fps - Frame Grab8.3-megapixel JPEG/HEIF still image frame grab from 4K UHD movie possible (HEIF only possible when HDR PQ is set) 28
- Bitrate / MbpsMP4 H.264 / MPEG-4 AVC Canon Log: OFF, HDR PQ: OFF
4K (59.94p/50.00p): IPB Approx. 230 Mbps
4K (59.94p/50.00p): IPB (Light) Approx. 120 Mbps
4K (29.97p/25.00p/23.98p): IPB Approx. 120 Mbps
4K (29.97p/25.00p/23.98p): IPB (Light) Approx. 60 Mbps
4K Timelapse (29.97, 25fps) All-I Approx. 470Mbps
Full HD (179.82p/150.00p): IPB Approx. 180 Mbps
Full HD (179.82p/150.00p): IPB (Light) Approx. 105Mbps
Full HD (119.88p/100.00p): IPB Approx. 120 Mbps
Full HD (119.88p/100.00p): IPB (Light) Approx. 70 Mbps
Full HD (59.94p/50.00p): IPB Approx. 60 Mbps
Full HD (59.94p/50.00p): IPB (Light) Approx. 35 Mbp
s Full HD (29.94p/25.00p/23.93p): IPB Approx. 30 Mbps
Full HD (29.94p/25.00p): IPB (Light) Approx. 12 Mbps
Full HD Timelapse (29.97, 25fps) All-I Approx. 90Mbps
MP4 H.265 / HEVC Canon Log: ON, or HDR PQ: ON
4K (59.94p/50.00p): IPB Approx. 340 Mbps
4K (59.94p/50.00p): IPB (Light) Approx. 170 Mbps
4K (29.97p/25.00p/23.98p): IPB Approx. 170 Mbps
4K (29.97p/25.00p/23.98p): IPB (Light) Approx. 85 Mbps
4K Timelapse (29.97, 25fps) All-I Approx. 470Mbps
Full HD (179.82p/150.00p): IPB Approx. 270 Mbps
Full HD (179.82p/150.00p): IPB (Light) Approx. 150 Mbps
Full HD (119.88p/100.00p): IPB Approx. 180 Mbps
Full HD (119.88p/100.00p): IPB (Light) Approx. 100 Mbps
Full HD (59.94p/50.00p): IPB Approx. 90 Mbps
Full HD (59.94p/50.00p): IPB (Light) Approx. 50 Mbps
Full HD (29.94p/25.00p/23.93p): IPB Approx. 45 Mbps
Full HD (29.94p/25.00p): IPB (Light) Approx. 28 Mbps
Full HD Timelapse (29.97, 25fps) All-I Approx. 135Mbps - Dual Card RecordingNo
- MicrophoneBuilt-in stereo microphone (48 Khz, 16-bit x 2 channels), 3.5mm external microphone or other microphones using the Multi-Function shoe including XLR via Tascam CA-XLR2d-C
- HDMI DisplayOutput to external monitor only (output of images and shooting information, images are recorded to the card)
- HDMI OutputCamera screen and External Monitor output (no recording to the card, camera screen shows images with shooting information)
Auto:
- 4K (UHD) 59.94p / 50.00p / 29.97p / 25.00p / 23.98p,
- 1080 59.94p / 59.94i, 50.00p / 50.00i
- 480 59.94p
- 576 50p
1080p:
- 1080 59.94p / 59.94i, 50.00p / 50.00i
- 480 59.94p
- 576 50p
Uncompressed YCbCr 4:2:0, 8-bit or when CLog3/HDR PQ is enabled YCbCr 4:2:2, 10-bit, supporting BT.709, BT.2020, BT2100(PQ), when connected to compatible monitors. Sound output via HDMI is also possible - FocusingDual Pixel CMOS AF II with Eye/Face Detection and Tracking AF (people, animals and vehicles), Movie Servo AF, Manual Focus
- ISO
Other Features
- Custom Functions22 Custom Functions
- Metadata TagCopyright information (author/copyright holder) set on the camera is added to image Exif information.
Change movie rotation information.
Image rating (0-5 stars)
By pressing the erase button during playback of images from continuous shooting, users can erase all of these images (a continuous scene) at once. - LCD Panel / IlluminationNo/No
- Water/Dust ResistanceYes31
- Voice MemoNo
- Intelligent Orientation SensorYes
- Playback Zoom1.5x - 10x in 15 steps
- Display Formats(1) Single image
(2) Single image with information (2 levels)
Basic - Shooting information (shutter speed, aperture, ISO and Image quality)
Detailed - Shooting information (shutter speed, aperture, ISO, metering Image, quality and file size), Lens information, Brightness and RGB histogram, White balance, Picture Style, Colour space and noise reduction, Lens optical correction, GPS information, IPTC information
(3) 4 image index
(4) 9 image index
(5) 36 image index
(6) 100 image index
(7) Jump Display (1, 10 or 100 images, start of burst sequence, Date, Folder, Movies, Stills, Protected images, Rating, )
(8) Movie edit
(9) RAW processing
(10) Rating - SlideShowImage selection: All images, by Date, by Folder, Movies, Stills, Protected images or Rating
Playback time: 1/2/3/5/10 or 20 seconds
Repeat: On/Off - HistogramBrightness: Yes
RGB: Yes - Highlight AlertYes
- Image EraseSingle image, select range, Selected images, Burst sequence, Folder, Card
- Image Erase ProtectionErase protection of Single image, Folder or Card all found images (only during image search)
- Self Timer2 or 10 sec.
- Menu Categories(1) Shooting menu
(2) AF Menu
(3) Playback menu
(4) Network
(5) Setup menu
(6) Custom Functions menu
(7) My Menu - Menu Languages29 Languages
English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Portuguese, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Greek, Russian, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Vietnamese, Hindi, Romanian, Ukrainian, Turkish, Arabic, Thai, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Malay, Indonesia and Japanese - Firmware UpdateUpdate possible by the user (Camera, Lens, External Speedlite, BLE remote control, Lens adapter) via card or Camera connect app
Interface
- ComputerSuperSpeed Plus USB (USB 3.2 Gen 2) USB Type-C connector also used for computer communication / smartphone communication / USB charge or power.
- Wi-FiWireless LAN (IEEE802.11b/g/n) (2.4 GHz)32, with Bluetooth 4.2 support Features supported - EOS Utility, Smartphone, Upload to image.canon
- OtherHDMI Micro out (Type D, HDMI-CEC not supported)
External Microphone In (3.5mm Stereo mini jack)
Headphone out (3.5mm Stereo mini jack)
RS-60E3-type terminal (remote control terminal)
Direct Print
- Canon PrintersNot supported
- PictBridgeNot supported
Storage
- TypeSD/SDHC/SDXC and UHS-II33
Supported Operating System
- PCWindows 10/11 (Desktop mode only)34
- MacintoshmacOS 10.15, 11.4, 12, 13
Software
- Image ProcessingDigital Photo Professional 4.17.20. or later, Digital Photo Professional Express mobile app (iOS only v1.8.10. or later) (RAW Image Processing not DUAL PIXEL RAW on DPP Express mobile)
- OtherEOS Utility# 3.16.10 or later (incl. Remote Capture), Picture Style Editor 1.28.10 or later, EOS Lens Registration Tool, Canon Camera connect app 3.0.10 or later (iOS/Android)35
Power Source
- BatteriesRechargeable Li-ion Battery LP-E17 (supplied)36
- Battery Life
- Battery Indicator3 level indicator
- Power SavingScreen dimmer: 5 sec. / 10 sec. / 15 sec. / 20 sec. /25 sec. / 30 sec. / Disable39
Screen off: 5 sec. / 15 sec. / 30 sec. / 1 min. / 3 min. / 5 min. / 10 min. / 30 min. / Disable
Auto power off: 15 sec. / 30 sec. / 1 min. / 3 min. / 5 min. / 10 min. / 30 min. / Disable
Viewfinder off: 1 min. / 3 min. / Disable - Power Supply & Battery ChargersBattery charger LC-E17E (supplied), AC Adapter AC-E6N and DC Coupler DR-E18, PD-E1 USB power adapter
Accessories
- Wireless File TransmitterNone
- Cases / StrapsAn included strap, Hand Strap E2
- Lenses
- Lens AdaptersMount Adapter EF-EOS R, EF-EOS R Control Ring Mount Adapter, Drop-in Filter Mount Adapter EF-EOS R
- FlashCanon Speedlite (EL-1*, EL-5, EL-100, 90EX, 220EX, 270EX, 270EX II, 320EX, 380EX, 420EX, 430EX, 430EX II, 430EX III 470EX-AI, 550EX, 580EX*, 580EX II*, 600EX*, 600EX-RT*, 600EX-II-RT*, Macro-Ring-Lite MR-14EX, Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX II, Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX, Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT, Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2, Speedlite Transmitter ST-E3-RT*, Speedlite Transmitter ST-E3-RT V2*, Speedlite Transmitter ST- E10, Off-Camera Shoe Cord OC-E3*)
*Must use Multi-Function Shoe Adapter AD- E1 to retain weather sealing - Remote Controller / SwitchRS-60E3-type terminal (remote control terminal), Timer Remote Controller TC-80N343, Wireless Remote Control BR-E1, Smartphone(Using Canon Camera Connect app)
- OtherShoe cover ER-SC2 (Included), Multi-Function Shoe Adapter AD-E1, Multi-Function Shoe Directional Stereo Microphone DM-E1D, Multi-Function Shoe Adapter for Smartphone Link AD-P1 for Android, Stereo Microphone DM-E1 / DM-E100, GPS Receiver GP-E244, Extension Grip EG-E1, Tripod grip HG-100TBR45, Interface Cable IFC-100U, Interface Cable IFC-400U, Protecting Cloth PC-E1 / E2,
Physical Specifications
- Body MaterialsPrimarily consists of a magnesium alloy (Partially aluminium alloy and partially polycarbonate resin with glass fibre.)
- Operating Environment0 – 40 °C, 85% or less humidity
- Dimensions (W x H x D)Approx. 132.5 × 86.1 × 70.0 mm
- Weight (Body Only)Approx. 414g (461g with card and battery, Based on CIPA guidelines.)
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- The operation of the RF 5.2 mm F 2.8 L DUAL FISHEYE is not guaranteed.
- Operation of EF Cinema Lens is not guaranteed. Operation of the mount adapter EF-EOS R 0.71 X (sold separately) is not guaranteed.
- Applicable when subject frame is shown while tracking and a compatible lens is attached to the camera while the full-range AF is active or the subject is detected successfully in another area mode. For details on supported lenses, refer to [Supplemental Information] for [EOS R8] in “cam.start.canon”.
- During still photo shooting, with an f/1.2 lens, Centre AF point, One-Shot AF, at 23°C/73°F, ISO100. Excluding RF lenses with Defocus Smoothing coating
- Via camera menu [Focus mode] AF / MF modes can be selected. Depending on the lens attached. When RF lenses without a focus mode switch are attached manual focus is selected on the camera. When RF/EF lenses with a focus mode switch are attached, the setting on the lens takes precedence.
- When set to Full-frame. Values differ when set to 1.6× (crop) or digital teleconverter 2.0x/4.0x.
- When set to Full-frame. Values differ when set to 1.6× (crop) or digital teleconverter 2.0x/4.0x.
- Anti-flicker shooting not available when using the electronic shutter. Maximum continuous shooting speed may decrease. Flicker detect may not be effective in certain situations when shooting high frame rate movies.
- High-frequency anti-flicker shooting when set manually, the setting range is as follows. • Electronic 1st-curtain: 1/50.0 to 1/2048.0 sec. • Electronic shutter: 1/50.0 to 1/8192.0 sec. • Movie recording: 1/50.0 to 1/8192.0 sec. (NTSC/PAL) Maximum continuous shooting speed may decrease.
- ISO speeds are different when the camera is set to Canon Log 3 or highlight tone priority. Expanded ISO speeds cannot be set in HDR mode or for HDR shooting (HDR PQ).
- Not equipped with a mechanical first curtain.
- 1/16000 sec. is only available in Tv or M mode (up to 1/8000 sec. in Fv, P, or Av mode). Electronic shutter speed 1/16000th not available in H+ continuous shooting mode.
- With 3:2 display, an RF 50mm F1.2 L USM lens at infinity, -1 m-1
- The maximum frame rate during AF, half-press of the shutter button, or continuous shooting can be lower. Note that the display frame rate may be lower depending on the lens you are using and shooting conditions.
- [Exposure+DOF] is available when using RF lenses and some EF lenses. For details on supported lenses, refer to [Supplemental Information] for [EOS R8] in “cam.start.canon”.
- Available settings/options vary depending on Speedlite specifications.
- First-curtain synchronization is used with shutter speeds faster than 1/30 sec.
- During servo AF, only RF lenses and some EF lenses can be used for continuous shooting at the maximum speed. For details on supported lenses, refer to [Supplemental Information] for EOS R8 in “cam.start.canon”. The continuous shooting speed may be reduced by the lens, shutter speed, aperture setting, flash, flickering light source, battery type and remaining power, temperature, subject conditions, and brightness (for example, when shooting in a dark place).
- During servo AF, only RF lenses and some EF lenses can be used for continuous shooting at the maximum speed. For details on supported lenses, refer to [Supplemental Information] for EOS R8 in “cam.start.canon”. The continuous shooting speed may be reduced by the lens, shutter speed, aperture control, subject conditions, and brightness (for example, when shooting in a dark place). Depending on the nature of subject or shooting conditions, rolling shutter image distortion may occur.
- Under Canon testing standards with 32GB UHS-II card (during One-Shot AF, ISO 100, Standard Picture Style) Number of images depends on various settings and lens used. For details on supported lenses, refer to “cam.start.canon”
- 4K UHD and Full HD is 100%, 4K UHD and Full HD movie cropping mode is 62% of the horizonal area.
- Generated from 6K oversampling.
- [#x2] Playback frame rate; sound is not recorded
- [*] Audio compression is restricted to [AAC] in Basic Zone modes. Only [AAC] is available for audio compression of IPB (Light).
- When set to 179.82/150.00 fps, only exFAT-formatted cards can be used for recording. Maximum shutter speed when set to 179.82 fps is 1/200 sec.
- Up to 5 seconds pre record possible. If the camera's internal temperature becomes too high the recording time may reduce. Shooting 4K UHD 59.94p for Approx. 30 minutes without heat limit is possible if starting from +23°C. In other modes there is no limit due to heat.
- In High Frame Rate Movie mode sound is not recorded
- Movies enabling extraction: 4K / 4K Cropped Extraction is not possible from Canon Log 3 movies. Extracted still photos cannot be resized or cropped within the camera.
- When set to 4K 59.94p/50.00p, maximum expanded ISO speed is equivalent to ISO 51200. Maximum ISO speed when set automatically corresponds to the [Max for Auto] setting. The lower end of the ISO speed range starts at ISO 200 when the camera is set to [Highlight tone priority].
- Maximum expanded ISO speed is equivalent to ISO 51200 when set to 4K 59.94p/50.00p, even with [Maximum] set to [H (102400)].
- Card/battery storage lid, terminal cover, and shoe cover etc. that can be opened must be securely attached or closed in order to maintain dust- and water-resistance. Although the camera features dust- and water-resistant construction, this cannot completely prevent dust or water droplets from entering the camera.
- Wi-Fi use may be restricted in certain countries or regions
- UHS-II high speed cards are recommended for 4K video recording and high speed continuous shooting
- Windows 8.1 is not supported due to the end of OS support in January 2023.
- EOS Utility doesn’t support Apple Silicon-powered Macs with macOS13 installed.
- Charging over USB is supported. With unauthenticated batteries, charging over USB is not supported. Batteries may not be charged unless the remaining battery level is low.
- Based on the CIPA Standard and using the battery supplied with the camera, except where indicated. In power saving mode
- Based on the CIPA Standard and using the battery supplied with the camera, except where indicated. In power saving mode
- If the camera remains idle until the specified time elapses, the screen is dimmed and lower video frame rates are used. [Power off] and [Screen off] can be assigned to buttons using button customization.
- The operation of the RF 5.2 mm F 2.8 L DUAL FISHEYE is not guaranteed.
- Excluding EF-M lenses.
- Operation of EF Cinema Lens is not guaranteed. Operation of the mount adapter EF-EOS R 0.71 X (sold separately) is not guaranteed.
- Requires Remote Controller Adapter RA-E3.
- Digital compass not supported. Cannot be connected using an interface cable. Requires Multi-Function Shoe Adapter AD-E1.
- Note that total camera mount load capacity for camera, lens, microphone, and other accessories should not exceed 1 kg /35.3 oz. When using an external microphone, depending on the lens used, the sound may be interrupted by the lens and then the sound may not be properly collected.