Canon EOS R8 + RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
Canon EOS R8 + RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
Canon EOS R8 Full Frame mirrorless camera with lens
Enter the world of full-format photography and realise your creative ambitions
The Canon EOS R8 mirrorless camera opens up a new dimension in full-frame photography by enabling excellent autofocus and low-light performance, continuous shooting at up to 40 fps /s, professional recording features including 4K 60p oversampling and more. It is ideal for portraits, events, landscapes and much more.
Full-frame
Sensor size
24.2 Mpix
Sensor resolution
Canon RF
Bayonet
Optical (OIS)
Image stabilisation
SD / SDHC / SDXC
Memory card
Key Features of the Canon EOS R8 Digital Camera, Body
- Compact and lightweight design - weighs just 461 grams
- 4K Ultra HD 60p / Full HD 180p video
- Electronic viewfinder with 2.36 million dots
- Fast continuous shooting at 6 sn. /s or 40 sn. /s.
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
- 1.62 million dot, 3" rotating LCD touch screen
- Handy video switcher
- Ergonomic design for comfortable holding and operation
- User interface with wizard
- Subject-specific shooting modes
- Multifunctional bags for Speedlite flashes, microphones and other accessories
- Weatherproof construction
- Advanced HDR and HDR PQ
- Works with iPhone and has support for webcam functionality with UVC/UAC drivers
Designed for shooting in low light conditions
With the Canon EOS R8, you can enjoy all the benefits of full-format shooting wherever you want. At 461 grams, it is the company's lightest full-frame mirrorless camera. It features a 24.2 megapixel sensor that provides the perfect balance of detail, speed and performance. There's also the renowned Dual Pixel CMOS AF II focusing system with object recognition and tracking. It particularly excels in low light, down to -6.5 EV. With this camera, you don't even have to worry about the weather - its design is weatherproof.
The full-format Canon EOS R8 can also take great videos
Not only great photos, but also perfect video is the domain of the Canon EOS R8. By oversampling the 6K sensor data, it can conjure up 4K Ultra HD video footage at up to 60 frames per second. If you're new to shooting videos, vlogs or streaming, you'll appreciate the simple and creative options the Canon EOS R8 offers. And if you've already done some of that, don't despair, the camera still offers plenty of advanced features - False-colour indicator, outline highlighting when focusing, striped overlays make it quick and easy to assess the correct exposure and digital zoom.
Object of the magic of slow motion
Canon Log 3's low-contrast colour profile gives you more colour management options. The recording will retain details in dark shadows and areas with the highest brightness levels thanks to the wide dynamic range. Canon EOS R8 makes creating slow-motion shots super easy - the camera allows you to shoot at up to 180 frames per second, and with slow-motion you'll be able to enjoy all the details, even the hidden ones, that you wouldn't even notice at normal speed.
Intelligent Auto Focus with Machine Learning
Autofocus is programmed with the latest and most advanced machine learning algorithms. It handles tracking moving objects - people - to the edges of the frame, cats, psi, birds, cars, trains or planes. Canon EOS R8 uses the intelligent system for both still photography and video shooting and can even predict, so it's not a hindrance if the subject is momentarily obscured during the shot. As soon as it appears, the camera will bring it back into focus.
The full-format Canon EOS R8 is superbly equipped
The Canon EOS R8 mirrorless camera features Bluetooth and WiFi wireless technologies. This makes it easy to connect it to your smart devices and computers. Remotely controlling your camera or sharing photos and videos on social media has never been easier. Compatibility with the image platform is also available. canon, Camera Connect app or UVC/UAC streaming option. The camera is equipped with an SD memory card slot with UHS-II support and there is also an HDMI connector.
EOS R8 Package Contents
Included in the package you will find the EOS R8 camera body, practical ER-EOS R8 strap, R-F-5 camera cover, LC-E17E battery charger, LP-E17 battery pack, battery pack cover, socket cover, power cord and user manual.
Photos taken with Canon EOS R8 digital camera
Lens RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
Flexible and lightweight, the ideal lens for your everyday snapshots
The RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM is a small and lightweight lens with advanced image stabilization and near-silent operation. Offering 2x zoom and a focal length of 24-50mm, it's the perfect choice for group photos, portraits, interiors and travel. IS - image stabilizer that compensates for lens movement and shake relative to the chip. Its presence is especially appreciated for shots with longer exposure times. It is the optimal choice for shooting videos as it focuses continuously and smoothly. The engine is almost silent.
Key Features of the RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
- Compact and lightweight lens ideal for everyday use and travel
- 24-50mm focal length with 2x optical zoom for versatile use
- Optical image stabilisation with up to 4.5 EV for sharp images even at longer times
- Quiet and smooth STM motor with guide screw suitable for still and video
- AF/control/MF mode switch for easy adjustment to the control ring
- Adjustable control ring for TV, AV, ISO, MF or advanced functions
- 7-blade aperture for subtle circular bokeh and natural background separation
- A great choice for portraits, group shots, interiors and wide-angle shots
- Nearly silent operation ideal for recording video without distracting focus noises
- Weight 210 g
- Filter size 58 mm
Small, lightweight, with zoom for everyday use
The 2x optical zoom lens with a focal length of 24-50mm offers great flexibility when composing images. Optical Image Stabilisation with 4.5 EV range gives you sharp results even in low light or when shooting handheld video. The STM motor with guide screw ensures smooth and silent autofocusing, ideal for both stills and video.
Controls tailored to your style
The AF / Control / MF mode switch allows easy switching between different focusing modes and individual assignment of functions to the control ring. The ring can be set to TV/AV/ISO or manual focus values, for example, as well as advanced functions including exposure compensation and white balance. The 7-blade aperture creates a natural, circular bokeh and helps achieve a distinct separation of the subject from the background.
Canon EOS R8 review
If I were to buy a new camera myself anytime soon, the Canon EOS R8 would be one of my hottest candidates and I can recommend it to everyone else with a clear conscience. Read the full review here.
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| Code: | OC0990a2 |
| Warranty: | 24 months |
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| Manufacturer information |
Canon was founded in 1933. Its original title translated to "portable laboratory optics". The Japanese company has been headquartered in Tokyo since its inception. Canon is particularly associated with the production of digital cameras and accessories, where they remain the leading innovator and producer of imaging solutions. Aside from digital cameras, the company also operates in the production of office equipment, particularly copiers or printers. 
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