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Canon EOS R8
R 35,379.00
Sale price
R 35,379.00
Regular price
R 37,199.00
Canon EOS R8 Mirrorless Camera Body – Full-Frame for Creators
The Canon EOS R8 mirrorless camera body puts full-frame performance in the hands of photographers and content creators who want to choose their own RF lens. Lightweight and travel-friendly, the Canon EOS R8 features a 24.2MP full-frame CMOS sensor, DIGIC X processor, 4K 60p 10-bit video, 40fps burst with pre-capture, and Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with 1,053 points covering the entire sensor — making it the most accessible entry point into Canon’s full-frame RF ecosystem.
Key Features
- 24.2MP full-frame CMOS sensor with DIGIC X processor — ISO 100–102,400 (extended to 204,800)
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF II — 1,053 AF points, full-frame coverage, subject detection to -6.5 EV for people, animals, and vehicles
- 4K 60p 10-bit 4:2:2 video (6K oversampled) and Full HD 180fps slow-motion; up to 2 hours continuous at 30p
- 40fps electronic shutter burst with 0.5-second pre-capture so you never miss the decisive moment
- HDR PQ & Canon Log 3 — 10-bit colour for HDR displays or professional colour grading in post
- 5-axis Movie Digital IS for smooth handheld video, enhanced with RF lens optical stabilisation
- Vertical Movie Mode & Aspect Markers for social media-ready vertical content
- UVC/UAC webcam support — Full HD live streaming via USB-C to Zoom, Teams, and Skype
- 2.36m-dot OLED EVF (120fps refresh) and 3.0" 1.62m-dot vari-angle touchscreen LCD
- Next-generation Multi-Function Shoe for powered accessories
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth & USB-C with Canon Camera Connect app; headphone & mic jacks included
- Compatible with all Canon RF lenses — pair with your preferred full-frame glass
Technical Specifications
- Sensor: 24.2MP full-frame CMOS
- Processor: DIGIC X
- ISO Range: 100–102,400 (extended: 100–204,800)
- Autofocus: Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, 1,053 points, full-frame coverage, -6.5 EV
- Burst Rate: 40fps (electronic shutter) with 0.5s pre-capture
- Video: 4K 60p (6K oversampled, 10-bit 4:2:2), FHD 180fps; up to 2 hours at 30p
- Colour Profiles: HDR PQ, Canon Log 3
- Stabilisation: 5-axis Movie Digital IS (coordinated with RF lens OIS)
- Viewfinder: 2.36m-dot OLED EVF, 120fps refresh
- Display: 3.0" 1.62m-dot vari-angle touchscreen LCD
- Connectivity: USB-C, micro-HDMI, 3.5mm mic & headphone jacks, remote port, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- Storage: Single SD card slot
- Mount: Canon RF (full-frame, compatible with all RF lenses)
- SKU: 5803C033AA
What's in the Box
- Canon EOS R8 Mirrorless Camera Body
- Battery Pack LP-E17
- Battery Charger LC-E17
- Neck Strap
- USB Cable
- Body Cap
Why Buy from Foto Discount World
- Authorised Canon dealer — genuine product with full manufacturer warranty
- Expert advice from passionate photography and videography specialists
- Fast nationwide delivery across South Africa
- Competitive pricing with dedicated after-sales support
- Contact us: 012 548 5651 | sales@fotodiscountworld.co.za