- The R8 Mark II incorporates a pre-capture mode that begins recording images to the buffer when the shutter button is half-pressed. You can capture up to 20 frames within a half second, and the images will be saved upon fully pressing the shutter.
- Up to 40 fps of continuous shooting is possible with improved buffer capacity over the original R8. Capture up to 73 shots uninterrupted when shooting RAW, a 30% increase, and 190 shots when shooting JPEG, a 55% increase.
- The Register People Priority autofocus function is an invaluable tool for weddings, lifestyle shoots, group portraits, and more. Once faces are registered in the camera, the autofocus can be set to prioritize individuals over other subjects in the scene. This ensures that your focus stays locked on the bride, lead model, or keynote speaker, not on random members of the audience.
- The advanced Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system provides 100% frame coverage, allowing you to track subjects from edge to edge while maintaining razor-sharp focus.
- Intelligent subject detection can be set to recognize people, animals, and vehicles for both still and video capture. Once set, focus can be prioritized to recognize faces, eyes, driver helmets, and more, ensuring your image is razor-sharp exactly where you need it to be.
- A low-luminance limit of -7.5 EV makes it possible to accurately focus in dark conditions such as concerts, clubs, and outdoor night shoots.
- Record stunning 6K-oversampled UHD 4K video at up to 60p with 10-bit color straight out of the camera for vlogs, content creation, travel videos, and more.
- Capture slow-motion in Full HD at up to 180p to reveal minute details or create fast-motion timelapses to show the passage of time, all in-camera without complex post-production.
- For advanced color grading needs, Canon Log 3 with 14 stops of dynamic range is available in the Custom Picture mode. Also featured are HDR video options, Canon 709, and BT.709 Standard for simpler workflows.
- A red tally lamp is incorporated on the subject side of the camera, making it easy to recognize when movie recording is in progress.
- The SCN (special scene) setting on the camera's mode dial provides a set of 14 automated presets ideal for specific use cases ranging from studio portraiture to handheld night cityscapes.
- Positive and negative filmtone modes digitally recreate the texture and toning of classic positive slide film and negative film in-camera for a retro, analog look.
- The Advanced A+ mode recognizes the scene and performs intelligent bracketing and image processing to produce an optimal final image.
Newly incorporated multi-controller joystick, conveniently placed to make it easy to adjust focus points and navigate around the camera screen using your thumb.
When trying to compose from unusual angles, the large 3.0" 1.62m-dot vari-angle LCD touchscreen is an indispensable tool for previewing your frame. With touch and drag functionality, you can intuitively and swiftly move the autofocus point on the touch-panel LCD.
- The R8 Mark II features a USB-C port for charging and data transfer, a micro-HDMI port for video output, a stereo microphone input, and a stereo headphone output. Also incorporated is an E3-type remote port for wired control.
- Built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity let you easily connect the camera to compatible smart devices using the free Canon Camera Connect app for remote control and file transfer. It also sends continuously updated GPS location data from your phone, making it possible to add location metadata to your images.
- Wi-Fi support also allows the R8 Mark II to act as a video source for multi-camera live-switching setups through integration with Canon Live Switcher Mobile.
- Physically connect the camera to a smartphone or computer via the USB-C port. 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. UVC/UAX support also allows the R8 Mark II to serve as a webcam when connected with no additional software needed.
Featuring a lightweight and compact design, the RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens is a versatile standard zoom covering wide-angle to normal-view focal lengths. Designed for everyday use and an excellent choice for vlogging and content creation, this lens is well-suited for landscapes, cityscapes, street scenes, portraits, products, and more. An STM stepping AF motor produces fast, smooth, and near-silent autofocus performance to support both stills and video recording, and an Optical Image Stabilizer compensates for up to 4.5 stops of camera shake to better enable taking sharp handheld photos in difficult lighting conditions.
- Standard wide-angle to telephoto zoom lens is designed for use with full-frame Canon RF-mount mirrorless cameras.
- STM stepping motor offers fast, quiet, smooth, and accurate autofocus performance that is ideal for video recording as well as still shooting.
- Optical Image Stabilizer technology compensates for up to 4.5 stops of camera shake to better enable taking sharp handheld photos in difficult lighting conditions. When paired with EOS R-series cameras featuring an In-Body Image Stabilizer (IBIS), up to 7 stops of shake correction are provided.
- Incorporates a focus control ring on the lens barrel that can directly adjust numerous settings including shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, and more. Located towards the front of the lens, this ring effectively adds a third dial to the camera's main dial and quick control dial.
- Two aspheric elements and a Super Spectra Coating minimize ghosting and flare.
- Minimum focusing distance of 11.8" for working with close-up subjects.
- Compact and lightweight lens weighs just 7.4 oz.

