Canon EOS R8 Mark II vs Canon EOS R8

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Canon EOS R8 leads Canon EOS R8 Mark II overall by 5 points (65 vs 60 out of 100).
  • Key differences: only Canon EOS R8 Mark II has image stabilization (IBIS); battery life (CIPA shots), where Canon EOS R8 Mark II has 340 vs 290; weight, where Canon EOS R8 is 85 g lighter.
Canon EOS R8 leads overall
Canon EOS R8 · 56 overall, #28 of 39
65
Canon EOS R8 Mark II · 66 overall, #20 of 39
60
Key differences
  • Image StabilizationCanon EOS R8 Mark II only
  • Battery LifeCanon EOS R8 Mark II 340 vs 290
  • WeightCanon EOS R8 85 g lighter

Scores by Category

EOS R8 wins 4 of 7 categories · EOS R8 Mark II wins 1

CategoryEOS R8 Mark IIEOS R8Lead
Sensor
+28
Autofocus
+100
Video
Tie
Performance
+25
Connectivity & Storage
+65
Physical & Battery
Tie
Display & Viewfinder
+13

Physical Comparison

546 g461 g
EOS R8 Mark IIEOS R8

EOS R8 Mark II is 85 g (18%) heavier than EOS R8.

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Canon EOS R8 Mark II

No notable compromises found.

Canon EOS R8

  • No in-body stabilization — shakier handheld video and low light.
  • Single card slot — no instant backup for paid work.

Detailed Specifications

Sensor

Feature
EOS R8 Mark II
EOS R8
Sensor Size
Megapixels
24.2 MP
24.2 MP
Image Stabilization (IBIS)
Yes
No
ISO Max
102,400
102,400

Autofocus

Feature
EOS R8 Mark II
EOS R8
AF Points
N/A
1,053

Video

Feature
EOS R8 Mark II
EOS R8
Max Video Resolution
3840 × 2160 px
3840 × 2160 px
Max Video Frame Rate
180 fps
180 fps
Video Bit Depth
10
10

Performance

Feature
EOS R8 Mark II
EOS R8
Burst Speed (mechanical)
N/A
6 fps
Burst Speed (electronic)
40 fps
40 fps

Display & Viewfinder

Feature
EOS R8 Mark II
EOS R8
LCD Size
3 in
3 in
LCD Resolution
1,620,000
1,620,000
Viewfinder Resolution
2,360,000
2,360,000

Connectivity & Storage

Feature
EOS R8 Mark II
EOS R8
Dual Card Slots
N/A
No
Weather Sealing
N/A
Yes

Physical & Battery

Feature
EOS R8 Mark II
EOS R8
Weight
546 g
461 g16% less
Battery Life (CIPA shots)
34017% more
290
Dimensions
13.14 × 9.00 × 7.97 cm
13.25 × 8.61 × 7.0 cm

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.

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