Canon EOS R8 + RF 100-400mm f5.6-8

Canon R8 + RF 100-400mm

Features of the Canon R8 camera

A lightweight, travel-friendly full-frame camera body, the Canon EOS R8 camera body offers powerful photography and video capabilities for photographers and media creators alike. Using a newly developed sensor also found in the EOS R6 Mark II, the R8 features a 24.2MP CMOS sensor paired with a DIGIC X processor. Together, this combination provides exceptional still-image performance, stunning 4K 60p 10-bit video, and fast autofocus.

24.2MP full-frame sensor and DIGIC X processing

Combining a powerful 24.2MP full-frame CMOS sensor and a DIGIC X image processor, the R8 delivers high-resolution images with rich, accurate colors. Designed to work in a variety of lighting conditions, this camera offers a flexible range of ISO 100-102400 that can be expanded to ISO 204800 to work in difficult lighting conditions. Using the full width of the sensor, UHD 4K 60p video recording with 6K oversampling is supported, as well as Full HD 1080 180p for slow-motion playback. The R8 offers 10-bit 4:2:2 shooting and up to 2 hours of video recording now available at 29.97fps, allowing you to keep your project going. Capable of processing high-speed bursts, the DIGIC X image processor also supports continuous shooting up to 40fps and offers pre-shot compatibility, allowing the camera to start recording images 0.5 seconds before pressing the shutter release.

Dual Pixel CMOS AF II

With 1053 automatic AF points covering the entire sensor area, the advanced Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system provides extremely fast and accurate focusing performance. This phase detection focusing system offers enhanced subject detection and tracking, with the ability to intelligently recognize people, animals and vehicles while automatically fixing on these subjects and maintaining sharp focus during video and burst captures. In addition, the low luminance limit of this autofocus system focuses up to an impressive -6.5 EV for precise focusing in dark conditions.

HDR PQ and Canon Log 3

Although the EOS R8 camera can shoot stunning video directly from the camera, content creators looking to take the next step in their imaging journey have the choice of two powerful video recording options in HDR PQ or Canon Log 3 video recording. With HDR PQ recording, a 10-bit color file is recorded that requires no additional editing. This 10-bit HDR file is compatible with HDR displays such as TVs, monitors, and smartphones, which display your video with higher color accuracy and dynamic range than standard displays. For creators who like to edit their video files, Canon Log 3 is also available, creating a 10-bit log file that allows for powerful light and shadow retrieval, as well as creative color grading capability.

Vertical movie mode and aspect markers

Movie rotation information can be set during or after movie recording, allowing videos to play in vertical composition when viewed on a smartphone. The Appearance Markers feature displays visual markers for different aspect ratios that you may want to post the same file to multiple social networking sites. This screen provides consideration for the proper composition of the different delivery files that can be created during editing.

Live streaming

UVC/UAC compatibility allows the R8 to be used as a webcam to stream live video in Full HD, without additional computer software, to applications such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype and similar video conferencing software. Thanks to the full-frame image sensor, you'll be able to have versatility in your exposure as well as strong background separation when using bright aperture lenses for video conferencing or live streaming content.

IS Digital Cinema

Record stable videos efficiently with minimal equipment, even when shooting handheld, with Movie Digital IS 5-axis image stabilization. Camera vibrations are further reduced by coordinated Movie Digital IS control when using an RF lens with optical image stabilization.

2.36m dot EVF and vari-angle LCD touchscreen

Providing high-resolution eye-level viewing, the R8 is designed with a bright and crisp 2.36 million dot OLED electronic viewfinder for a pleasant electronic viewfinder experience. The EVF supports a refresh rate of up to 120fps and has been designed to provide a bright, crisp and colorful view of 100% of the subject in question.

Plus, a large 3.0" vari-angle 1.62m dotted touchscreen makes it easy to compose and shoot from virtually any angle. With tap and drag functionality, you can intuitively and quickly move the autofocus point on the touchscreen LCD.

Flexible Connectivity

Wired and wireless connectivity options allow for multiple methods of photo and video transfer, live streaming, as well as remote camera control. Physically, the camera features a remote port, a USB-C port, a micro-HDMI port, a microphone input, and a headphone jack for monitoring sound.

Built-in Bluetooth pairing allows you to easily connect the camera to compatible smart devices using the free Canon Camera Connect app. This low-power wireless connection helps preserve battery life while providing remote control of the camera. It also sends continuously updated GPS location data from your phone, allowing you to geotag what you've captured to know precisely where you captured the photo.

Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity enables wireless features, such as live remote viewing, file viewing, and transfer, by connecting to Wi-Fi quickly and seamlessly. With the Canon Camera Connect app, you can also transfer files to your mobile device for browsing and sharing on social media.

The built-in USB-C allows you to connect the camera to a smartphone or computer. All Canon Camera Connect app features that can be used with Wi-Fi are now available when the camera and smartphone are connected via USB, using a compatible cable for your device.

Next generation multifunction shoe

An upgrade from a conventional accessory shoe, the multifunction shoe adds a row of pins at the front of the design to allow for greater accessory functionality and provide power to select accessory types that traditionally rely on separate batteries.

Features of the Canon RF 100-400mm f5.6-8 IS USM lens

It's a perfect agile lens for nature, sports and travel photography. With extended range, this zoom includes super-telephoto range in a lightweight and relatively sleek design along with support for coordinated IS to help control up to 6 stops of camera shake and Nano USM AF to promote faster focusing performance.


A versatile telephoto-zoom lens with a portable form factor, the Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM is a snappy lens perfect for wildlife, sports and travel shots. With extended range, this zoom includes super-telephoto range in a lightweight and relatively sleek design along with support for coordinated IS to help control up to 6 stops of camera shake and Nano USM AF to promote faster focusing performance.


Optically, the lens uses specialized elements to control a variety of aberrations and produce images with high sharpness and clarity throughout the zoom range. Close-up focusing is also possible, with a maximum magnification of 0.41x at the 400mm position, to photograph subjects as small as a credit card in the foreground.


The long-range telephoto zoom lens is designed for use with full-frame RF-mount RF-mount mirrorless cameras Canon frame.

The modest maximum aperture range of f/5.6-8 promotes a lightweight and relatively compact form factor.

An ultra-low dispersion element appears on the front of the optical design and helps reduce chromatic aberrations and color stripes throughout the zoom range.

An aspherical element helps control distortion and promotes a high degree of sharpness.

Super Spectra Coating has been applied to minimize flare and ghosting to improve contrast and color fidelity when working in bright lighting conditions.

An optical image stabilizer helps minimize the appearance of camera shake by 5.5 stops to allow you to work better in low-light conditions and with slower shutter speeds. In addition, when working with selected cameras, up to 6 stops of stabilization may be available with the coordinated optical image stabilizer and in-body image stabilizer.

The Nano USM system uses a ring-type USM mechanism and an STM mechanism to perform fast and accurate focusing that is also smooth and nearly silent to suit photography and video applications. This focusing system also allows full-time manual focus control when working in the AF mode of a shot.

Close focus capabilities are available throughout the zoom range, with a maximum magnification of 0.41x available at the 400mm position and a minimum focusing distance of 2.9' possible at the 200mm position.

The rounded 9-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasant bokeh quality.

The configurable control ring can be used to adjust a variety of exposure settings, including aperture, ISO, and exposure compensation.

Compatible with optional Extender RF 1.4x and Extender RF 2x teleconverters to further increase the effective focal length.