Compare the Canon EOS R8 Mark II

The Canon EOS R8 Mark II was specially developed for travellers and photographers who want to capture their unique stories without compromising on performance.

Whether you're photographing breathtaking landscapes, bustling cities, wild nature or fast-moving animals, this camera helps you effortlessly capture every moment. Thanks to the 24.2-megapixel full-frame sensor, silent continuous shooting up to 40 frames per second, intelligent autofocus tracking, Filmtone colour filters and a compact housing, you easily create images that stand out.

How do the EOS R10, EOS R8, EOS R8 Mark II and the EOS R6 Mark II compare to one another? We've laid out the key specifications clearly for you, so you can see at a glance which camera suits you best.

Canon EOS R10

The Canon EOS R10 is equipped with an APS-C sensor and the fast Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system with AF multi-controller, keeping moving subjects sharp in frame. With continuous shooting speeds up to 15 fps mechanical and 23 fps electronic, plus 4K 30p video oversampled from 6K (or 4K 60p with crop), this camera is excellent for capturing fast action moments in both photo and video. The camera has a single memory card slot and lens-based image stabilisation. It's a compact all-rounder.

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Canon EOS R8

The Canon EOS R8 combines a full-frame sensor with the advanced Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system and smart subject recognition, letting you keep people, animals and vehicles sharp in frame. Thanks to the electronic shutter, you shoot at an impressive burst speed of up to 40 fps, ideal for never missing an action moment. For video, you film in 4K at 60 fps with C-Log 3. The camera is also light and compact, works with lens-based image stabilisation, and features a single memory card slot.

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Canon EOS R8 Mark II

The Canon EOS R8 Mark II is the ultimate compact and lightweight full-frame camera for travellers who want to tell their stories with high-quality, distinctive images. The camera is equipped with a full-frame sensor and AF Multi-controller, letting you move your focus point quickly and precisely. It also features the advanced Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system and smart subject recognition, letting you keep people, animals and vehicles sharp in frame. Thanks to the electronic shutter, you shoot at a burst speed of up to 40 fps, while for video you can film in 4K 60fps with C-Log 3. The camera also features built-in image stabilisation (In-Body Image Stabilisation) and a handy separate SD card slot instead of a card slot by the battery compartment.

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Canon EOS R6 Mark II

The Canon EOS R6 Mark II combines a full-frame 24.2-megapixel sensor with the reliable Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system and the AF Multi-controller. This lets you effortlessly keep people, animals and vehicles in sharp focus, even in challenging lighting conditions. You shoot up to 12 frames per second with the mechanical shutter and up to 40 frames per second with the electronic shutter. For video, you film in 4K UHD at 60p with Canon Log 3, providing a wide dynamic range. The camera also combines in-body and in-lens image stabilisation with a robust, weather-resistant magnesium-alloy housing. It also features dual card slots for extra storage security.

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Specification comparison

In the table below, we've laid out the key specifications. This lets you see the similarities and differences between these cameras at a glance. Discover the possibilities of each camera and find the one that suits you best.

EOS R10

EOS R8

EOS R8 Mark II

EOS R6 Mark II

Sensor
Resolution	24.2 MP (APS-C)	24.2 MP (Full frame)	24.2 MP (Full frame)	24.2 MP (Full frame)
ISO range	100–32,000 (exp. to 51,200)	100–102,400	100–102,400 (exp. to 50–204,800)	100–102,400
Image stabilisation
IBIS	—	— (lens IS only)	In-body, up to 7.5 stops (centre) / 7.0 stops (corners), + digital IS for video	In-body & in-lens
Autofocus
AF system	Dual Pixel CMOS AF II	Dual Pixel CMOS AF II	Dual Pixel CMOS AF II	Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
Low-light AF	EV −4	EV −6.5	EV −7.5	EV −6.5
Subject detection	People, animals, vehicles	People, animals, vehicles	People (eyes, face, head, body), animals (dogs, cats, birds, horses), vehicles (cars, motorbikes, aircraft, trains)	People, animals, vehicles
Video
Max. video internal	4K 30fps (oversampled 6K)	4K 60fps (oversampled 6K)	4K UHD up to 60fps (oversampled from 6K)	4K UHD 60p (6K 60p ProRes RAW external)
4K max.	Up to 60fps (64% crop)	Up to 60fps	Up to 60fps	Up to 60fps
Full HD max.	Up to 120fps	Up to 180fps	Up to 180fps	Up to 180fps
Colour profile	—	Canon Log 3	Canon Log 3 / PQ / HLG (via Preset)	Canon Log 3
Recording limit	2 hours	No limit	Unknown – not stated	6 hours (40 min. at highest quality)
Photography
Burst (electronic)	23fps (up to 30fps in RAW burst)	40fps	40fps (20fps pre-continuous)	40fps
Mechanical shutter	Yes, 15fps	—	6fps (electronic 1st curtain)	Yes, 12fps
Controls and display
Electronic viewfinder	Yes, 0.39″ OLED · 2.36M dots	Yes	Yes, 0.39″ OLED · 2.36M dots · up to 120fps	Yes, 0.5″ OLED · 3.69M dots
Screen	2.95″ tilt/vari-angle · 1.04M dots	3.0″ tilt/vari-angle · 1.62M dots	3.0″ tilt/vari-angle · 1.62M dots	3.0″ tiltable · 1.62M dots
Connectivity
HDMI	—	Micro HDMI	Micro Type D	Micro Type D
Bluetooth	Yes	Yes	5.3	5.0
Storage and battery
Memory cards	1× SD (single slot)	1× SD (single slot)	1× SD (single slot)	2× SD UHS-II (dual slot)
Battery	LP-E17	LP-E17	LP-E17	LP-E6NH / LP-E6N
Battery life	Approx. 430 shots	Approx. 370 shots	EVF: approx. 220 / LCD: approx. 340	Approx. 760 shots
Dimensions and weight
Weight	Approx. 382 grams	Approx. 461 grams	Approx. 546 grams	Approx. 670 grams
Dimensions	122.5 × 87.8 × 83.4 mm	132.5 × 86.1 × 70 mm	131.4 × 90.0 × 79.7 mm	138.4 × 98.4 × 88.4 mm
Price
RRP body	€ 1,079.–	€ 1,719.–	€ 1,839.–	€ 2,329.–
Best for	Entry-level APS-C / content creator	Compact full-frame all-rounder	Compact and lightweight full-frame camera for travellers	Speed and professional video

Conclusion

The four Canon cameras are fairly similar in terms of specifications, but the differences lie in how you use them. The choice mainly depends on exactly what you want to use the camera for.

The EOS R10 is the entry point in this line-up, with an APS-C sensor. Thanks to its compact, light housing of 382 grams and fast burst speed of up to 30fps, this camera is ideal for beginning content creators.

The EOS R8 combines a full-frame sensor with a compact, lightweight design. Thanks to 4K 60fps video with no recording limit and Canon Log 3, this is a great all-rounder for photography and video. However, it lacks in-body image stabilisation, so you're dependent on stabilisation in the lens.

The EOS R8 Mark II has in-body image stabilisation of up to 7.5 stops and a refined AF tracking algorithm that recognises people, animals and vehicles. Thanks to its low weight and extensive subject recognition, this is a strong choice for travellers seeking versatility.

The EOS R6 Mark II is the most professional option in this line-up, with dual SD UHS-II card slots and a recording limit of up to 6 hours. Thanks to the largest electronic viewfinder (3.69M dots) and the longest battery life (approx. 760 shots), this camera is suited to demanding, professional use.

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