The EOS R8 Mark II is Canon’s lightest full-frame camera with stabilization
Canon announced the second-generation of its EOS R8 with a new retro-inspired redesign and the addition of in-body stabilization. That feature was one of the most notable omissions from the original R8 that launched in 2023 as a smaller, cheaper, and more accessible alternative to the Canon R6 Mark II for photographers wanting a larger full-frame shooter. While the new EOS R8 Mark II is slightly heavier than its predecessor at 1.2 pounds thanks to the additional stabilization functionality, it’s lighter and cheaper than last year’s EOS R6 Mark III.
The Canon EOS R8 Mark II is expected to be available sometime in late October for $1,899 for the body only, or $2,099 bundled with a Canon 24-50mm stabilized lens. That’s more expensive than the original R8 that launched at $1,499, but more accessible than the $2,799 EOS R6 Mark III thanks to some lower specs and omitted features.
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