Overview
- Canon has launched the EOS R8 Mark II as an incremental upgrade to the original R8, keeping the same 24.2MP full‑frame sensor while adding five‑axis in‑body image stabilization rated up to 7.5 stops.
- Autofocus receives major updates including Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, people/animal/vehicle detection, a Register People mode that stores up to 10 people, and a new multi‑controller joystick for quicker AF control.
- Continuous shooting remains electronic‑shutter only at up to 40 fps and gains a pre‑capture feature that saves up to 0.5 seconds before the shutter is fully pressed, which helps capture fleeting moments.
- Video upgrades include oversampled 4K at 60 fps, 1080p at up to 180 fps for slow motion, a tally light, side‑access SD card slot and Canon Log 3 support for wider grading options.
- Early hands‑on coverage and Canon pricing in the United Kingdom (body from £1,729; kit from £2,119.99) praise the new features but note reduced battery life, an entry‑level plastic body without weather sealing, and pending U.S. and Australia pricing and on‑sale dates.