Canon has announced the EOS R8 Mark II, a full-frame mirrorless update to the 2023 EOS R8. The camera body is expected to ship in late October 2026 for an estimated retail price of $1,899 USD (body only) or $2,099 USD as a kit with the RF24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens.
Canon is releasing two accessories alongside it: the EG-E2 Extension Grip ($99.99 USD) and the Speedlite EL-5 Ver.2 ($379 USD).
Featured Specifications
- Sensor: 24.2MP full-frame CMOS, same effective resolution as the original EOS R8
- Stabilization: 5-axis In-Body Image Stabilizer (IBIS), a feature the original R8 did not have
- Autofocus: Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, subject tracking for people, animals, and vehicles
- Burst rate: Up to 40 fps with the electronic shutter, 6 fps with electronic 1st-curtain
- Video: Uncropped 4K up to 60p (6K oversampled), uncropped Full HD up to 180p
- Price: $1,899 body only, $2,099 with RF24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM, available late October 2026
What Changed From the Original EOS R8
The EOS R8, released in 2023, shared its sensor and processor with the EOS R6 Mark II but omitted IBIS to keep the body smaller and lighter. The Mark II adds a 5-axis IBIS unit with Coordinated Control (combining in-body and lens-based stabilization) and Peripheral Coordinated Control, which Canon says targets edge blur on wide-angle lenses. Canon lists the Mark II as approximately 546 g with battery and card, 499 g body only, and describes it as the lightest EOS body with IBIS to date.
Other changes Canon is highlighting:
- A multi-controller has been added to the body, a control point the original R8 lacked.
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF II now tracks people, animals, and vehicles across 100% of the frame, with a “Register people priority” option and, per Canon, more persistent tracking than the previous generation.
- Continuous shooting tops out at 40 fps with the electronic shutter and supports pre-continuous shooting, which buffers up to 20 frames before the shutter button is fully pressed. Canon cites a 58% increase in uninterrupted JPEG bursts and a 30% increase for RAW versus the original R8.
- Video adds uncropped 6K-oversampled 4K at 60p and uncropped Full HD at up to 180p, with audio supported at all frame rates and Slow & Fast motion recording.
- Wi-Fi 6 is supported for wireless transfer, with wired live streaming over USB-C or HDMI and wireless streaming through Canon’s Camera Connect and Live Switcher Mobile apps.
- The card slot remains a single SD slot (SDXC/SDHC/UHS-II), and the battery is unchanged at LP-E17.
Accessories
EG-E2 Extension Grip: A turn-dial grip extension built specifically for the EOS R8 Mark II. It adds height for larger hands and better balance with larger lenses without blocking battery access or the tripod mount. Available late October 2026.
Speedlite EL-5 Ver.2: An update to Canon’s multi-function shoe flash, with longer wireless communication range than the first version and the same high-capacity LP-EL battery pack, which Canon rates for a 1.2-second recycle to full power. Available late October 2026.
Dual Pixel 3D Converter: A Windows application, free at launch, that generates 3D imagery from Dual Pixel RAW files shot on compatible Canon bodies and lenses, or from JPEGs captured with distance data on the EOS R8 Mark II. Output options include a 3D photo with background, a background-isolated 3D model, or a 3D video clip. Canon has not specified whether it will remain free after the initial release.
Pricing & Availability
| Product | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| EOS R8 Mark II (body only) | $1,899 USD | Late October 2026 |
| EOS R8 Mark II with RF24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM | $2,099 USD | Late October 2026 |
| EG-E2 Extension Grip | $99.99 USD | Late October 2026 |
| Speedlite EL-5 Ver.2 | $379 USD | Late October 2026 |
Full Specifications
Format
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Digital single-lens non-reflex AF/AE camera |
| Lens mount | Canon RF mount |
| Compatible lenses | Canon RF lens group, including RF-S lenses; EF and EF-S lenses (not EF-M) via Mount Adapter EF-EOS R |
| Focal length with RF-S/EF-S lenses | Approx. 1.6x the lens-indicated focal length |
Image Sensor
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Full-frame CMOS |
| Effective pixels | Max. approx. 24.2 megapixels (with RF or EF lenses) |
| Total pixels | Approx. 25.6 megapixels |
| Sensor size | Approx. 36.0 x 24.0 mm |
| Dual Pixel CMOS AF | Supported |
Recording System
| Image type | Recording format | Extension |
|---|---|---|
| JPEG | Compliant with Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 / Exif 3.00 | .JPG |
| HEIF | Same | .HIF |
| RAW | Same | .CR3 |
| C-RAW | Same | .CR3 |
| Movie | XF-HEVC S YCC422 10-bit, XF-HEVC S YCC420 10-bit, XF-AVC S YCC422 10-bit, XF-AVC S YCC420 8-bit | .MP4 |
Recording Media
Single card slot. SDXC/SDHC/SD, UHS-II/UHS-I/UHS Speed Class and SD Speed Class supported.
Still Photo Recording (3:2 aspect ratio)
| Size | JPEG/HEIF resolution | RAW/C-RAW resolution |
|---|---|---|
| Large | 24.0 MP (6000×4000) | 24.0 MP (6000×4000) |
| Medium | Approx. 10.6 MP (3984×2656) | — |
| Small 1 | Approx. 5.9 MP (2976×1984) | — |
| Small 2 | Approx. 3.8 MP (2400×1600) | — |
Crop and alternate aspect ratios (1.6x crop, 1:1, 4:3, 16:9) are also supported at reduced resolutions; the 1.6x crop mode yields approx. 9.3 MP (3744×2496) at Large JPEG/RAW.
File size, shot count, and buffer (128 GB UHS-II card, Canon test conditions)
| Format | File size (approx.) | Shots available (approx.) | Max burst, electronic shutter |
|---|---|---|---|
| JPEG Large (fine) | 8.2 MB | 14,810 | 190 |
| RAW | 26.1 MB | 4,710 | 73 |
| RAW (compressed) | 13.1 MB | 9,400 | 150 |
| RAW + JPEG Large | 26.1 + 8.2 MB | 3,570 | 73 |
| HEIF Large | 8.2 MB | 14,420 | 180 |
Video Recording
Formats: XF-HEVC S YCC422 10-bit (H.265, 4:2:2), XF-HEVC S YCC420 10-bit (H.265, 4:2:0), XF-AVC S YCC422 10-bit (H.264, 4:2:2), XF-AVC S YCC420 8-bit (H.264, 4:2:0). All recorded as .MP4.
Frame rates by resolution:
- 4K: up to 59.94/50.00 fps in all four codecs; Full HD adds high frame rate options up to 179.8 fps (XF-HEVC S YCC422 10-bit) with exFAT-formatted cards required above 100 fps.
- Full HD: up to 179.8 fps depending on codec, with all codecs supporting the full range down to 23.98 fps.
Bit rate and card requirements (4K):
| Format | Frame rate | Bit rate | File size (approx./min) | Card requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XF-HEVC S YCC422 10-bit | 59.94/50.00 fps | 225 Mbps | 1,612 MB | UHS Speed Class 3 |
| XF-HEVC S YCC422 10-bit | 29.97/25.00/23.98 fps | 135 Mbps | 968 MB | UHS Speed Class 3 |
| XF-HEVC S / XF-AVC S YCC420 | 59.94/50.00 fps | 150 Mbps | 1,075 MB | UHS Speed Class 3 |
| XF-AVC S YCC422 10-bit | 59.94/50.00 fps | 250 Mbps | 1,791 MB | V60 |
Estimated 4K recording time (XF-HEVC S YCC422 10-bit, 59.94 fps): 37 min. on 64 GB, 2 hr. 31 min. on 256 GB, 9 hr. 51 min. on 1 TB.
Audio: Built-in stereo microphones. External mic input via 3.5mm stereo mini jack, compatible with the Directional Stereo Microphone DM-E1D on the multi-function shoe.
Maximum recording time per clip: 2 hr. at 100 fps or higher, 6 hr. below 100 fps (excluding stoppage from overheating or power).
Autofocus
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Focusing method | Dual Pixel CMOS AF |
| Brightness range, stills | EV -7.5 to 21 (f/1.2 lens, center point, One-Shot AF, ISO 100) |
| Brightness range, 4K 29.97 fps | EV -5.5 to 21 |
| Brightness range, Full HD 29.97 fps | EV -5.0 to 21 |
| AF operation, stills | One-Shot AF, AI Focus AF, Servo AF |
| AF operation, movies | One-Shot AF, Movie Servo AF |
| Manual focus | Supported |
| AF zones | Max. 1,053 (39×27) |
| Selectable AF positions, stills | Max. 4,368 (78×56) |
| Selectable AF positions, movies (4K) | Max. 3,588 (78×46) |
| AF area coverage | Horizontal approx. 100%, vertical approx. 100% (zone); horizontal approx. 90%, vertical approx. 100% (point selection) |
Viewfinder
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | OLED color electronic viewfinder |
| Size | Approx. 1.0 cm (0.39 in.) |
| Resolution | Approx. 2,360,000 dots |
| Magnification | Approx. 0.70x (50mm lens at infinity) |
| Coverage | Approx. 100% |
| Eyepoint | Approx. 22 mm |
| Dioptric adjustment | Approx. -4.0 to +1.0 m⁻¹ |
Screen
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Size | Approx. 7.5 cm (3.0 in.), 3:2 aspect ratio |
| Resolution | Approx. 1,620,000 dots |
| Angle of view | Approx. 170° vertical and horizontal |
| Coverage | Approx. 100% |
| Touch screen | Capacitive |
Exposure Control
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Metering sensor | 384-zone (24×16), via image sensor |
| Metering modes | Evaluative, partial (approx. 5.9% of frame), spot (approx. 3.0%), center-weighted average |
| Metering range, stills | EV -3 to 20 |
| Metering range, movies | EV -1 to 20 |
| ISO range, stills | 100-102400 (expandable to L/ISO 50 and H/ISO 204800) |
| ISO range, movies | 100-25600 (expandable to H/ISO 102400 depending on Picture Style) |
Shutter
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Electronically controlled focal-plane, rolling shutter via image sensor |
| Electronic 1st-curtain range | 1/4000-30 sec., plus bulb |
| Electronic shutter range | 1/16000-30 sec. (1/16000 only in Fv, Tv, or M mode), plus bulb |
| Flash sync speed | 1/200 sec. full frame, 1/250 sec. in 1.6x crop (Canon EL/EX Speedlite) |
| Movie shutter speed | 1/8000-1/8 sec. (Tv/M mode) |
Image Stabilization
5-axis In-Body Image Stabilizer with Coordinated Control (body plus lens IS) and Peripheral Coordinated Control for edge-blur suppression on wide-angle lenses.
Drive
| Mode | AF operation | Electronic 1st-curtain | Electronic shutter |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-speed continuous + | One-Shot/AI Focus/Servo AF | 6.0 fps | 40 fps |
| High-speed continuous | One-Shot/AI Focus/Servo AF | 6.0 fps | 20 fps |
| Low-speed continuous | One-Shot/AI Focus/Servo AF | 3.0 fps | 5.0 fps |
Self-timer options: 10 sec., 2 sec., and continuous-shooting self-timer.
External Flash
Multi-function accessory shoe: 21 pins for multi-function shoe accessories, 5 pins for X-sync and communication. Flash exposure compensation: ±3 stops.
Frame Grab From Movies
Individual 4K frames can be saved as approx. 8.3 MP (3840×2160) stills, JPEG from standard movies or HEIF from HDR PQ movies. Not supported for Custom Picture-recorded movies.
External Interface
| Terminal | Detail |
|---|---|
| Digital terminal | USB Type-C, equivalent to USB 10 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2), supports computer/smartphone communication and USB battery charging/power |
| HDMI | Micro OUT terminal (Type D), resolution switches automatically |
| External mic | 3.5 mm stereo mini jack |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm stereo mini jack |
| Remote control | E3 type terminal |
Power Source
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Battery | LP-E17 (1 used) |
| USB charging/power | USB Power Adapter PD-E2 / PD-E1 |
| AC power | AC Adapter AC-E6N with DC Coupler DR-E18 |
| Shots available, viewfinder shooting | Approx. 220 (power saving) / 150 (smooth), CIPA standard, 23°C |
| Shots available, screen shooting | Approx. 340 (power saving) / 270 (smooth), CIPA standard, 23°C |
| Movie recording time, 4K 59.94/50.00p | Approx. 40 min. at 23°C and 0°C |
| Movie recording time, Full HD 29.97/25.00p | Approx. 2 hr. at 23°C |
Dimensions and Weight
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 131.4 x 90.0 x 79.7 mm / 5.17 x 3.54 x 3.14 in. |
| Weight, with battery and card | Approx. 546 g / 19.26 oz. |
| Weight, body only | Approx. 499 g / 17.60 oz. |
Operating Environment
Operating temperature: 0-40°C / 32-104°F. Operating humidity: 85% or less.
Wi-Fi
Equivalent to IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac/ax. Maximum link speed 143.4 Mbps (5 GHz, 802.11ax). 2.4 GHz band: 2412-2462 MHz, channels 1-11. 5 GHz band: 5180-5825 MHz, channels 36-165. Authentication/encryption: Open, WPA2/WPA3-Personal with AES (camera access point and infrastructure modes).
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Specification Version 5.3 (Bluetooth Low Energy), GFSK modulation.
