Overview
- Canon announced the EOS R8 Mark II Wednesday, confirming a 24.2‑megapixel full‑frame sensor and a new five‑axis in‑body image stabilization system rated up to 7.5 stops of correction.
- The camera retains an electronic‑only shutter with 40 frames per second continuous shooting and adds a pre‑capture mode that saves up to 20 frames before the shutter is fully pressed, which helps catch split‑second moments but preserves rolling‑shutter risks tied to electronic readout.
- Autofocus upgrades include Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with people, animal and vehicle detection plus a Register People feature for up to 10 faces, and video specs include 4K/60p 10‑bit internal recording with Canon Log 3 and Full HD up to 180fps.
- Canon set US pricing at $1,899 for the body and $2,099 for a kit, said the camera will ship in late October, and announced an optional extension grip accessory and a free Dual Pixel 3D Converter app to expand creative workflows.
- Reviewers and early hands‑on notes place the R8 Mark II as a mid‑tier, lightweight choice for enthusiasts who want in‑body stabilization and strong AF, while warning of trade‑offs in plastic build, lack of a mechanical shutter, and reduced battery life compared with tougher R6‑series and rival models.