24.2MP full-frame CMOS sensor; Up to 40fps continuous shooting with e-shutter (6fps with mechanical); 30fps Raw Burst mode with 1/2-second pre-buffering; Full-width 4K video from 6K capture at up to 60p; 10-bit C-Log3 or HDR PQ video capture; 10-bit HDR HEIF option; 2.36M dot OLED viewfinder (0.7x magnification); Fully-articulated rear screen; 4-channel audio with optional XLR adapter;

24.2MP full-frame CMOS sensor; Up to 40fps continuous shooting with e-shutter (6fps with mechanical); 30fps Raw Burst mode with 1/2-second pre-buffering; Full-width 4K video from 6K capture at up to 60p; 10-bit C-Log3 or HDR PQ video capture; 10-bit HDR HEIF option; 2.36M dot OLED viewfinder (0.7x magnification); Fully-articulated rear screen; 4-channel audio with optional XLR adapter;

If you're keen to get into full-frame photography or filmmaking with a Canon camera, the EOS R8 is hard to resist. It offers a lot of the same features as the EOS R6 Mark II, and it does so for a grand less. Think of the lens you could buy with the savings! There are a few things that we don't like, the simplified controls being the main one. We especially missed the rear wheel on this model, and a bigger battery would sweeten the deal, too. There's also no IBIS, but that posed less of an issue in reality than we thought it might.

Extremely compact and lightweight; Excellent full-frame sensor; Superb autofocus; Oversampled 4K60 with no crop; 40fps bursts with the electronic shutter;

No joystick or rear dial; No IBIS; Relatively small battery;

An affordable camera that can punch above its weight in stills and 4K video. While its poor battery life keeps it from being a slam-dunk recommendation, you get a lot of camera for your money in the EOS R8. Its simple control scheme is great for beginners, and feature-packed for more advanced users, and its flip-out LCD makes it flexible for off-angle shooting and vlogging.

Full frame beginners, who don't want a big heavy camera. Occasional vloggers, and videographers who don't need to roll footage for long periods. Canon RF users looking for a second body with great image quality.;

High-speed sports shooting. Those hoping for a wide array of affordable lenses. Wilderness types who venture away from power outlets for days on end.;

The Canon EOS R8’s compact size and light weight make it very competitive in the enthusiast camera category, although the lack of adequate weatherproofing will be a disincentive to outdoor photographers.

The Canon EOS R8 is one of the cheapest full-frame cameras on the market, and while it is missing some high-end features you won’t find a better full-frame camera for this price. Its design and handling are beginner-friendly, but if you’re more advanced then you’ll likely outgrow this camera before...

Excellent tracking and autofocus, Very affordable for a full-frame camera, Lightweight and compact form factor

Low-resolution EVF and LCD screen, No IBIS, Small battery means shorter battery life

An affordable camera that can punch above its weight in stills and 4K video. While its poor battery life keeps it from being a slam-dunk recommendation, you get a lot of camera for your money in the EOS R8.

Full frame beginners, who don't want a big heavy camera. Occasional vloggers, and videographers who don't need to roll footage for long periods. Canon RF users looking for a second body with great image quality.

High-speed sports shooting. Those hoping for a wide array of affordable lenses. Wilderness types who venture away from power outlets for days on end.

The Canon EOS R8 essentially takes the sensor of the higher-end R6 II and packs it into a simpler, lighter body more akin to the entry-level RP. As such it’s perfectly positioned between those two models, delivering the photo, video and autofocus of the R6 II at a much more affordable price.

The Canon EOS R8 is perfect for content creators, students and those looking to step into full-frame photography. It combines a lightweight, compact design with powerful features from the EOS R6 Mark II. Its 24MP sensor delivers high-quality images in a range of lighting.

Small and light for full-frame, Excellent subject detection AF, 40fps shooting capability

No joystick, No in-body stabilisation, Smaller capacity battery than other full-frame Canon EOS R-series cameras

The Canon R8 is great for travel photography. It's relatively lightweight and portable for a full-frame camera. Its sensor captures very high-quality images, and it has a very effective autofocus system.

Excellent image quality., Lightweight and fairly portable., Fantastic autofocus.

Poor battery life., Somewhat cheap-feeling build quality.

It took a while before Canon found its footing in the full-frame mirrorless camera market, and the R8 is a solid option for those looking to get into the full-frame RF system in the Philippines without spending a lot.