Canon EOS R8 24.2MP Full Frame Mirrorless Camera with Cropping Guide Firmware
Couldn't load pickup availability
Product highlights
Product highlights
In the box
In the box
Free standard shipping
Free standard shipping
*Orders placed before 1 PM EST Mon - Thur will ship the same day. Orders placed beyond these hours will be shipped the next business day. Exclusions apply. See shipping policy
Free Local Pickup
Free Local Pickup
Please call for store stock availability. Requests made before 2:30 PM EST can be available for next-day pickup. Learn more
Canon EOS R8 24.2MP Full Frame Mirrorless Camera with Cropping Guid...
The Canon EOS R8 with Cropping Guide Firmware is a full-frame mirrorless camera built for photographers and video creators who prioritize efficiency, consistency, and performance. It combines a 24.2MP sensor, fast autofocus, and strong video capabilities in Canon’s lightest full-frame body. With the added Cropping Guide feature, the EOS R8 helps streamline workflows and reduce editing time during subject-based photography.
Cropping Guide for Consistent Subject Positioning
The built-in Cropping Guide displays framing lines on the screen to help users maintain consistent subject placement. It is useful for scenarios that require repeated framing, such as school portraits, team photos, or ID shooting. This feature reduces the need for repositioning or retouching in post-production and supports both horizontal and vertical shooting orientations.
24.2 Megapixel Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
The camera captures high-resolution stills and video with a full-frame sensor that performs well in various lighting environments. It delivers a wide dynamic range and clean images across a broad ISO range, making it suitable for a wide range of photography needs.
Lightest Full-Frame EOS Camera
The EOS R8 is Canon’s most lightweight full-frame mirrorless body, designed for portability and convenience. It fits easily into a compact kit, making it suitable for travel, outdoor work, or handheld shooting for extended periods.
Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with Deep Learning Detection
The autofocus system covers nearly 100 percent of the image area and can recognize a wide range of subjects including people, animals, vehicles, and aircraft. It maintains accurate focus even during fast movements or in unpredictable environments and automatically switches detection types without manual input.
Uncropped 4K60p Video with Oversampling
Record oversampled 4K video at up to 60 frames per second using the full width of the sensor. The camera also supports Full HD recording at 180 fps for slow-motion shots. Oversampling from 6K ensures strong image quality with fine detail retention.
Extended Video Recording Time
The EOS R8 is capable of recording continuously for up to 2 hours in 4K or Full HD at standard frame rates, making it suitable for interviews, lectures, events, or any scenario where longer takes are required.
Livestream Support with UVC/UAC Compatibility
Use the camera as a Full HD webcam through USB-C without needing extra software. Compatible with video conferencing and streaming platforms, it delivers strong image quality for remote meetings or content creation.
Movie Digital IS and In-Body Video Stabilization
The built-in 5-axis Movie Digital IS helps stabilize footage during handheld video recording. When used with RF lenses that have Optical IS, shake is reduced further through coordinated control.
Vari-Angle Touchscreen and EVF with OVF Simulation
The EOS R8 includes a fully articulating 3.0-inch touchscreen LCD for flexible composition and menu control. The electronic viewfinder offers a bright, detailed view and supports a 120 fps refresh rate, with an optical viewfinder simulation for more realistic previews in high-contrast scenes.
Flexible Connectivity for File Transfer and Remote Shooting
Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enable wireless file transfers and camera control through the Canon Camera Connect app. The USB-C port supports direct connection to smartphones or computers for fast sharing, live shooting, or remote control.
In-Camera Compositing for Creative Control
The camera supports multiple compositing modes, including HDR, Depth Compositing, Panoramic Shot, and Moving Subject HDR.
Video Features for Social Media and Vertical Content
Users can record vertical videos with correct rotation metadata and display aspect markers for different social media platforms.
Imaging & Optics
| Lens Mount | Canon RF (Designed for native RF lenses). |
| Image Sensor | 35.9 x 23.9 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS. |
| Effective Resolution | 24.2 Megapixel (6000 x 4000) (High resolution for detailed stills). |
| Actual Resolution | 25.6 Megapixel. |
| Sensor Crop (35mm Equivalent) | Crop Factor: 1x (Full Frame); Additional Modes: 1.6x (Crop mode available, plus additional crop in select video modes). |
| Image Stabilization | Digital, 5-Axis (Video Only). |
| Built-In ND Filter | No. |
| Capture Type | Stills and Video. |
Exposure & Sensitivity
| Shutter Type | Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter. |
| Electronic Shutter Speed | 1/8000 to 30 Second; 1/16000 to 30 Seconds in Manual Mode or Shutter Priority Mode (Extremely fast electronic shutter speed). |
| Electronic Front Curtain Shutter Speed | 1/4000 to 30 Seconds. |
| Bulb/Time Mode | Bulb Mode. |
| ISO/Gain Sensitivity (Native) | 100 to 102,400 (Expandable to 50 to 204,800 Extended). |
| Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Evaluative, Partial, Spot. |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority. |
| Exposure Compensation | -3 to +3 EV (in 1/3, 1/2 EV Steps). |
| Metering Range | -3 to 20 EV. |
| White Balance Presets | Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (White), Kelvin, Shade, Tungsten (Range: 2500 to 10,000K). |
Still Image & Continuous Capture
| Continuous Shooting | Up to 40 fps at Maximum Resolution for up to 56 Frames (Raw) / 120 Frames (JPEG). |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9. |
| Image File Format | C-RAW, HEIF, JPEG, Raw. |
| Interval Recording | Yes. |
| Self-Timer | 2/10-Second Delay. |
Video Capture & Audio
| Internal Recording (H.264/H.265/MP4 4 | 2:2 10-Bit): UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [340 Mb/s]; 1920 x 1080 at various frame rates up to 180 fps [270 Mb/s]. |
| Recording Limit | 2-Hour Maximum in 4K; 2-Hour Maximum in 1080p HFR. |
| Gamma Curve | Canon Log 3, HDR-PQ (Professional video features). |
| Video Output (HDMI) | 1920 x 1080p at 50/59.94 fps. |
| Fast-/Slow-Motion Support | Yes. |
| Audio Recording | AAC Audio, LPCM Audio. |
| Built-In Microphone | Stereo. |
| IP Streaming | No. |
Focus & Flash
| Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus. |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF. |
| Autofocus Points (Photo) | Phase Detection: 4897 (Extensive coverage for stills). |
| Autofocus Points (Video) | Phase Detection: 4067. |
| Autofocus Sensitivity | -6.5 to +21 EV. |
| Built-In Flash/Light | No. |
| Maximum Sync Speed | 1/200 Second. |
| Flash Compensation | -3 to +3 EV (in 1/3, 1/2 EV Steps). |
| Dedicated Flash System | eTTL. |
| External Flash Connection | Shoe Mount. |
Interface & Connectivity
| Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) (High-speed single slot). |
| Video I/O | 1x Micro-HDMI Output. |
| Audio I/O | 1x 1/8 in / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output; 1x 1/8 in / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input. |
| Power I/O | 1x USB-C Input/Output. |
| Other I/O | 1x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 2) Data Output (Shared with Power Input). |
| Wireless | 2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Bluetooth 4.2 Control. |
| Global Positioning (GPS) | Via Connected Smartphone. |
| Mobile App | Compatible with Canon Camera Connect (Functions include Remote Control, Live Feed, Firmware Update, etc.). |
Monitor & Viewfinder
| Display Size | 3 in. |
| Resolution | 1,620,000 Dot. |
| Display Type | Articulating Touchscreen LCD (Flexible viewing angles). |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic (OLED). |
| Viewfinder Size | 0.39 in. |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 2,360,000 Dot. |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100%. |
| Diopter Adjustment | -4 to +1. |
General & Physical
| Battery | 1x LP-E17 Rechargeable (Included) (Approx. 150 Shots). |
| Shoe Mount | 1x Hot Shoe. |
| Tripod Mounting Thread | 1x 1/4 in-20 Female (Bottom). |
| Operating Conditions | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C up to 85% Humidity. |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5.22 x 3.39 x 2.76 in / 132.59 x 86.11 x 70.1 mm. |
| Weight (Body Only) | 0.9 lb / 414 g. |
| Weight (With Battery, Recording Media) | 1.0 lb / 461 g (Extremely lightweight for a full-frame camera). |
Shipping & Returns
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I return an item?
How do I return an item?
Returns are incredibly simple. Please log into your account, find your item you wish to return and follow the prompts to make a return. If you do not have an account, click here to find your order and make a return.
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
You will receive a full refund when you return an item in its original manufacturer’s packaging, undamaged and unmarked. If the item you are returning is priced at less than $35, you will be charged a 15% restocking fee. Please note you will not be refunded any shipping charges.
How many days do I have to make a return?
How many days do I have to make a return?
You have 30 days to make a return. During the holiday season, from November 1 to December 31, we extend the return window to 60 days.
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
If your order has been noticeably damaged in transit, we strongly recommend that you refuse delivery and notify us immediately. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be made within 48 hours of delivery. If there is carrier damage, please contact support@focuscamera.com with your order number and a description of the damage.
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
Oh no! Please contact our customer service team so we can resolve the issue immediately. You can call us on 1.800.221.0828, email us at support@focuscamera.com, or send us a message here.
Can I exchange an item?
Can I exchange an item?
We do not currently offer exchanges. Please return the item you purchased within 30 days and order what you’d like instead.
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If you ordered a kit, you must return all components and accessories to receive a full refund.
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
If you ordered a product that included a free item, you must include the free item with your return. If not, your return will not be accepted and you will not receive a full refund.
Do you offer repairs?
Do you offer repairs?
We currently only offer camera repairs at our Brooklyn store. The item must be dropped off and collected in person as we do not accept shipped items for repair. For more information, please call our Brooklyn store on 1.718.431.7900.
What is your return policy?
What is your return policy?
Most items can be returned within 30 days for a full refund. Click here to read our full return policy.
