Canon Korea is set to release the successor to its compact full-frame mirrorless camera, the EOS R8, after more than three years. The new model retains the 24.2-megapixel resolution and 40 frames per second continuous shooting capabilities of its predecessor while enhancing in-body image stabilization and subject tracking features. It also introduces a function to convert a single photo into a three-dimensional (3D) image.
On September 16, Canon Korea announced that the EOS R8 Mark II will be launched in October. The camera features a new design that combines straight and curved lines with an ergonomic grip, improving both aesthetics and usability.
The new model is equipped with a 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor with approximately 24.2 million effective pixels and the DIGIC X image processor. It can shoot up to about 40 frames per second in continuous mode when using the electronic shutter. It also supports pre-continuous shooting, capturing scenes even before the shutter is pressed.
The most significant change is the introduction of in-body 5-axis image stabilization, a first for the R8 series. This feature compensates for camera shake by up to 7.5 stops in the center and 7.0 stops at the edges during photography. The Dual Pixel CMOS AF II has also been improved to automatically recognize and track people, animals, and vehicles.
The previous model, the EOS R8, released in 2023, already supported 24.2 megapixels, 40fps continuous shooting, and 6K oversampling 4K 60P but lacked in-body stabilization. The new model adds this feature, increasing its weight from 461g to 546g, and is priced at 231,900 won, which is 370,000 won higher than the current official price of the R8 at 194,900 won.
Video capabilities include 6K oversampling for 4K 60P and full HD 180P shooting without cropping. It also features Canon Log 3 and custom picture settings. New color filters, including negative and positive film tones, have been added to allow for a variety of color expressions without the need for post-processing.
Creative features have also been expanded. The newly introduced Dual Pixel 3D utilizes distance information captured by the Dual Pixel CMOS AF to convert a single JPEG photo into a 3D model. This can be processed using dedicated PC software without the need for specialized 3D shooting equipment, making it compatible with standard 3D editing software.
The EOS R8 Mark II weighs approximately 546g, including the battery and memory card. The body is priced at 231,900 won, while the RF24-50mm lens kit will retail for 258,400 won. A dedicated extension grip, the EG-E2, will also be available for 12,900 won.
Park Jung-woo, CEO of Canon Korea, stated, "The EOS R8 Mark II combines the rich expressive power of full-frame photography with high-speed shooting and autofocus performance, along with robust image stabilization and a variety of creative features that allow photographers to express their individuality in one body."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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