Canon EOS R8 Mark II Announced: Full-Frame Power, IBIS & 4K 60p

Canon EOS R8 Mark II: Full-Frame Performance in a Compact Camera

Canon has announced the new EOS R8 Mark II, bringing powerful full-frame imaging, advanced stabilisation and intelligent autofocus to a compact mirrorless camera designed for photographers and creators who want to take their camera everywhere.

Building on the hugely popular EOS R8, the new Canon EOS R8 Mark II combines a 24.2-megapixel full-frame sensor with powerful in-body image stabilisation, high-speed continuous shooting and advanced autofocus technology. The result is a versatile camera designed to handle everything from travel and street photography to wildlife, portraits, action and video.

Pricing

Canon R8 Mark II Body Only: £1979 available to pre-order now

Canon R8 Mark II & RF 24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM lens kit: £2419 available to pre-order now

Canon R8 Mark II plus Spare Battery: £1999 order now

Full-frame quality in a compact camera

The EOS R8 Mark II is built around a 24.2-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, giving photographers the benefits of a larger sensor without having to carry a large professional camera.

Full-frame imaging offers excellent control over depth of field, natural-looking perspective and strong low-light performance, making the EOS R8 Mark II a compelling option for photographers who want to step up to full-frame without sacrificing portability.

Its compact design makes it particularly well suited to travel, everyday photography and content creation. Whether you're exploring a new city, photographing landscapes or simply carrying a camera with you every day, the EOS R8 Mark II is designed to be ready when inspiration strikes.

Powerful image stabilisation

One of the biggest upgrades is in-body image stabilisation (IBIS), providing up to 7.5 stops of stabilisation.

This can make a significant difference when shooting handheld, particularly in low-light conditions where slower shutter speeds are required. Combined with Canon's RF lens range, the EOS R8 Mark II gives photographers more freedom to shoot handheld and concentrate on composition rather than worrying about camera shake.

For travel photographers, landscapes and street photography, that extra stability can be particularly useful when a tripod isn't practical.

Catch the moment

When your subject is moving quickly, timing is everything.

The EOS R8 Mark II can shoot at up to 40 frames per second using its electronic shutter, giving photographers the ability to capture a sequence of images around the decisive moment.

There's also pre-shooting, which can record images before the shutter is fully pressed. This is particularly useful for unpredictable subjects such as birds, wildlife, children and sports, where the moment you want to capture can happen before you have time to react.

Focus on what matters

Canon's Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system provides sophisticated autofocus and subject detection, helping the camera recognise and track subjects while you concentrate on getting the shot.

The EOS R8 Mark II is designed to recognise people, animals and vehicles, while features such as Register People Priority can help the camera prioritise a particular person when there are multiple subjects in the frame.

That makes the camera particularly versatile for photographing people, wildlife, events and fast-moving subjects.

Create your own visual style

Photography isn't just about capturing the image — it's about deciding how you want that image to look.

The EOS R8 Mark II provides a range of creative tools that allow photographers and creators to develop their own visual style, while its touchscreen interface and updated controls make it straightforward to adjust settings and review images.

The redesigned body also brings a more substantial camera feel while retaining the compact philosophy that made the original EOS R8 so appealing.

Built for hybrid creators

The EOS R8 Mark II isn't just a stills camera.

For creators who move between photography and video, it offers 4K video at up to 60p, with 4K footage benefiting from 6K oversampling for detailed, high-quality results. Full HD recording is also available at high frame rates for slow-motion footage.

Canon Log 3 and additional video functions give more experienced filmmakers greater flexibility when editing and grading their footage.

Whether you're filming travel adventures, creating social media content, recording behind-the-scenes footage or simply adding video to your photography workflow, the EOS R8 Mark II is designed to handle both.

Stay connected

Modern photography doesn't end when you press the shutter.

The EOS R8 Mark II includes Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, making it easy to connect the camera with compatible devices for image transfer and remote operation.

That means you can move images from camera to phone more easily, share your work while you're travelling or use your smartphone as a remote control.

For photographers who regularly create and share content, this connectivity makes the EOS R8 Mark II much more than simply a traditional camera.

A camera designed to go everywhere

Perhaps the biggest appeal of the EOS R8 Mark II is how much technology Canon has packed into its compact body.

You get a full-frame 24.2MP sensor, up to 7.5 stops of in-body stabilisation, 40fps continuous shooting, intelligent autofocus and advanced 4K video, while retaining a camera that's designed to be carried rather than left at home.

It's a combination that makes the EOS R8 Mark II particularly interesting for enthusiasts, travel photographers, content creators and anyone looking for a capable full-frame camera without moving into a larger professional body.

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Canon EOS R8 Mark II: Key Features

24.2MP full-frame CMOS sensor
Up to 7.5 stops of in-body image stabilisation
Up to 40fps continuous shooting
Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with intelligent subject detection
Register People Priority autofocus
4K 60p video with 6K oversampling
Full HD high-frame-rate video
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Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity
Compact RF-mount full-frame design

The Canon EOS R8 Mark II is an exciting addition to Canon's full-frame mirrorless range, combining portability with the performance and flexibility photographers expect from the EOS R System. It is available to pre-order from Castle Cameras now.

Essential Accessories: Grip & Flash Upgrades

Canon also expanded its ecosystem to support the new camera body:

Extension Grip EG-E2 Designed to improve handling for users with larger hands or longer telephoto lenses, the EG-E2 features a dedicated tripod socket and allows direct access to the battery compartment without needing to remove the grip.

Extension Grip EG-E2 £99.90 Order Now

SPEEDLITE EL-5 (Ver.2) Powered by the rechargeable LP-EL Li-ion battery, this professional-grade flash delivers a Guide Number of 60m and ultra-fast recycle times of 0.1 to 1.2 seconds. Key features include:

Multi-Function Foot Interface with 50 m radio transmission range.
Expanded Power Control: Fine-tune flash output down to 1/1024 power.
Built-for-Action Design: Weather-resistant construction, an accurate battery level indicator, and a built-in LED modeling light.