A lightweight, travel-friendly, full-frame camera body, the Canon EOS R8 Mirrorless Camera
offers powerful photo and video capabilities for both photographers and
multimedia content creators. Utilizing a newly developed sensor also
found in the EOS R6 Mark II, the R8 features a 24.2MP CMOS sensor paired
with a DIGIC X processor. Together, this combination provides
outstanding stills performance, impressive 4K 60p 10-bit video, and fast
autofocus.
Pairing
a powerful full-frame 24.2MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC X image processor,
the R8 delivers high-resolution imagery with rich and accurate colors.
Designed to work in a variety of lighting conditions, this camera offers a
flexible ISO 100-102400 range that is expandable to ISO 204800 for
working in difficult lighting conditions. Using the full width of the
sensor, 6K oversampled UHD 4K 60p video recording is supported as is
Full HD 1080 180p for slow motion playback. The R8 offers 4:2:2 10-bit
shooting and up to 2 hours of video recording is now available at 29.97
fps, allowing you to keep your project rolling. Capable of processing high-speed bursts, the DIGIC X image processor also supports up to 40
fps continuous shooting and offers pre-shooting support, which allows
the camera to start recording images 0.5 seconds before pressing the
shutter release button.
Featuring
1053 automatic AF points that cover the entire sensor area, the
advanced Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system provides high-speed and
accurate focusing performance. This phase-detection focusing system
offers enhanced subject detection and tracking, with the ability to
intelligently recognize people, animals, and vehicles while
automatically locking onto these subjects and maintaining sharp focus
throughout bursts and video captures. Additionally, this autofocus
system's low-luminance limit focuses down to an impressive -6.5 EV for
accurate focusing in dark conditions.
Though
the EOS R8 camera can record impressive video straight out of the camera,
content creators looking to take the next step in their imaging journey
have the choice of two powerful video recording options HDR PQ or
Canon Log 3 video recording. With HDR PQ recording a 10-bit color file
is recorded that does not require additional editing. This 10-bit HDR
file is compatible with HDR displays such as TVs, monitors, and
smartphones, which display your video with even more color accuracy and
dynamic range than standard displays. For creators who like to edit
their video files, Canon Log 3 is also available, creating a 10-bit log
file that allows for powerful recovery of highlights and shadows as
well as creative color grading capability
Movie
rotation information can be set during or after movie recording,
allowing videos to be played in vertical composition when viewing on a
smartphone. The Aspect Markers function displays visual markers for
different aspect ratios that may be desired for posting the same file to
various social media sites. This display provides consideration for
proper composition for the different deliverable files that can be
created when editing.
UVC/UAC
compatibility allows the R8 to be used as a web camera to stream live
video in Full HD, without additional computer software, to applications
such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype, and similar video conferencing
software. Thanks to the full-frame image sensor, you'll be able to have
versatility in your exposure, as well as strong background separation
when using bright aperture lenses for video conferencing or live streaming content.
Record
stable videos efficiently with minimum equipment, even when shooting
handheld, with Movie Digital IS 5-axis image stabilization. Camera-shake
vibrations are reduced even more through coordinated control of Movie
Digital IS when using an RF lens featuring optical image stabilization.
Providing
high-resolution eye-level viewing, the R8 is designed with a bright and
clear 2.36m-dot OLED EVF for a pleasing electronic viewfinder
experience. The EVF supports up to a 120 fps refresh rate and has been
designed to provide a bright, sharp, and colorful 100% view of the
subject at hand.
Additionally, a large 3.0" 1.62m-dot vari-angle touchscreen makes it
easy to compose and shoot from virtually any angle. With touch and drag
functionality, you can intuitively and swiftly move the autofocus point
on the touch-panel LCD.
- Wired and wireless connectivity options allow for multiple methods
of transferring photos and videos, livestreaming, as well as for
remotely controlling the camera. Physically, the camera features a
remote port, a USB-C port, a micro-HDMI port, a microphone input, and a
headphone jack for monitoring sound.
- Built-in Bluetooth pairing lets you connect the camera to
compatible smart devices using the free Canon Camera Connect app. This
low-energy wireless connection helps preserve battery life while
providing remote control of the camera. It also sends continuously
updated GPS location data from your phone, letting you geotag what
you've captured so you know precisely where you captured the photo.
- Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity enables wireless functions, such as
remote live view, file viewing, and transfer, by connecting to Wi-Fi
quickly and seamlessly. Using the Canon Camera Connect app, you can also
transfer files to your mobile device to browse and share on social
media.
- Built-in USB-C allows you to connect the camera to a smartphone or
computer. All Canon Camera Connect app features that can be used with
Wi-Fi are now available when the camera and smartphone are connected via
USB, using a compatible cable for your device.
An
update to a conventional hot shoe, the Multi-Function Shoe adds a row
of pins at the front of the design to permit greater accessory
functionality and provide power to select accessory types that
traditionally rely on separate batteries.