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Canon R8 II: Retro Style Meets Modern Power
16 Sep
Summary
- New R8 II boasts a retro-inspired design from the classic EOS 650 film camera.
- Features 5-axis in-body stabilization, making it the lightest in its class.
- Offers faster shooting at 40 fps and significantly improved autofocus tracking.
Canon has unveiled the EOS R8 II, a new 24-megapixel full-frame camera that merges retro design with cutting-edge features. The camera’s styling pays homage to the classic EOS 650 film camera, offering a distinct departure from its predecessor with a more squared-off body and updated controls, including a welcome autofocus joystick.
The R8 II promises enhanced performance, with continuous shooting speeds of up to 40 frames per second electronically, coupled with improved burst depth. A key upgrade is the inclusion of 5-axis in-body image stabilization, a feature that, combined with its 1.2-pound (546-gram) weight, establishes it as the lightest full-frame camera on the market with this capability.
Autofocus has also seen a significant overhaul, utilizing Canon's Dual Pixel CMOS AF II for 100% coverage and tenacious subject tracking of people, animals, and vehicles. It introduces advanced features like specific person registration for tracking and pre-continuous shooting. While video capabilities remain strong with 4K 60p oversampling, the R8 II also adds new film looks and enhanced stabilization modes for video capture.
