The lightest full-frame camera on the market. Incredible autofocus and Canon color,
perfect for upgrading from a phone.
Entry Vollformat · 1.299 €
🚀 Best Value Vollformat
Das Urteil
The Canon EOS R8 is a wolf in sheep's clothing. It packs the same powerful sensor and autofocus system as
the pro-level R6 Mark II but stuffs it into a tiny, lightweight body.
It’s the easiest path to that "professional look" (blurry background) without carrying heavy gear. The
only compromise is the smaller battery and lack of IBIS, but for travel and portraits, it's unbeatable
value.
This is where Canon shines. The Dual Pixel CMOS AF II tracks people, animals, and vehicles with uncanny
accuracy. It’s "point and shoot" simplicity with professional results.
Video Quality
Unlike many competitors that crop 4K60, the R8 gives you the full sensor width. This is huge for wide-angle
vlogging or slow-motion B-roll. Just watch out for rolling shutter in fast pans.
Handling
It feels like an entry-level Rebel DSLR but shoots like a pro mirrorless. The lack of a joystick is
mitigated by the excellent "touch and drag" AF on the screen.
Ideale Objektive
Travel All-in-One
RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 — versatile, light, and surprisingly sharp.
Vlogging
RF 16mm f/2.8 — tiny, ultra-wide, and affordable.
Portrait background blur
RF 50mm f/1.8 — the "nifty fifty" essential for that pro look.
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Häufig gestellte Fragen
Canon cut costs by removing IBIS, the second card slot, weather sealing, and the top LCD. The R8 uses a plastic build instead of magnesium alloy. However, it has the same 24MP sensor and AF system as the R6 II, so image quality is nearly identical.
Only if you shoot slow shutter speeds handheld or use non-stabilized lenses. Most modern RF lenses have IS (image stabilization), which works great with the R8. For video, enable digital IS in camera. For stills, just keep your shutter speed above 1/focal length and you'll be fine.
The R8 has more rolling shutter than the A7 IV due to the slower sensor readout. Fast pans and quick movements can show some wobble. It's not terrible, but noticeable if you're coming from a Sony or doing a lot of handheld video. The R6 II is better in this regard.
RF lenses are the future and offer better optics, but EF lenses via the adapter work flawlessly. If budget is tight, buy used EF lenses—they're cheaper and supported. Long-term, invest in RF glass, especially the affordable f/2.8 Trinity zooms or f/1.8 primes.
Absolutely. The R8 has much better autofocus (Dual Pixel II vs old system), 4K60p video (RP maxes at 4K25p), and faster burst shooting. The RP is now heavily discounted but feels outdated. For only 200 €-300 more, the R8 is a significant upgrade.
