Canon
EOS R5 Mark II
45MP stacked-sensor powerhouse with 8K 60p RAW internal and 30fps burst.
$4,299
Released Jul 2024
Canon
EOS R8
Lightest Canon full-frame mirrorless — R6 II AF in a compact, affordable body.
$1,499
Released Apr 2023
EOS R5 Mark II is 1.3 years newer.
Wins
EOS R5 Mark II
Wins
EOS R8
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R5 Mark II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R5 Mark II has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 180 Mbps)
- AEOS R5 Mark II has higher RAW buffer depth (600 frames vs 70 frames)
- BEOS R8 has higher AF points / zones (4897 vs 1053)
- AEOS R5 Mark II has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 2,360,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R5 Mark II
138 × 101 × 94 mm
746 g (1.64 lb / 26.31 oz)
EOS R8
133 × 86 × 70 mm
461 g (1.02 lb / 16.26 oz)
EOS R5 Mark II is 6mm wider, 15mm taller, and 24mm thicker than EOS R8.
EOS R5 Mark II is 285 g heavier than EOS R8.
Depth (front-to-back): 94mm EOS R5 Mark II · 70mm EOS R8
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R5 Mark II
138 × 101 mm
EOS R8
133 × 86 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R5 Mark II
138 × 94 mm
EOS R8
133 × 70 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5 Mark II
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
EOS R8
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R5 Mark II
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
EOS R8
✓ more lensesCanon RF
105+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
The verdict
The $2,800 price gap separates a professional 45-megapixel camera featuring 8-stop in-body image stabilization and 8K DCI video from a compact, entry-level full-frame body without internal stabilization.
Choose the Canon EOS R5 Mark II if you require a high-performance tool for demanding commercial work or wildlife, as its stacked sensor, 600-shot RAW buffer, and weather-sealed body provide the necessary speed and durability.
Choose the Canon EOS R8 if you prioritize portability and value for travel or street photography, as it offers a lightweight 461-gram frame and 40 fps electronic burst shooting at a significantly lower cost.
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R5 Mark II
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
IBIS effectiveness
8.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 101.2, 93.5
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 180 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
600 frames vs 70 frames — higher is better
Codecs
Adds RAW, XF-HEVC S, XF-AVC S
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
EOS R8
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.5, 86.1, 70
AF points / zones
4897 vs 1053 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 51,200 — higher is better
Weight
461 g vs 746 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R5 Mark II
Pros
- ✓45MP stacked CMOS — speed and resolution
- ✓8K 60p RAW internal recording
- ✓30fps electronic burst at full 45MP
- ✓5.76M dot EVF
Cons
- –Premium $4,299 price
- –Short battery life (320 CIPA shots)
- –Body heat in extended 8K sessions
EOS R8
Pros
- ✓461g — ultralight full-frame body
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II (same as R6 II)
- ✓4K 60p oversampled — excellent quality
- ✓Accessible $1,499 price
Cons
- –No in-body stabilization
- –Single SD card slot
- –LP-E17 battery — only 290 CIPA shots
- –USB-C 2.0 — no USB video out
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, EOS R5 Mark II or EOS R8?
EOS R5 Mark II scores 9.5/10 versus 4.5/10 for EOS R8 — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R8?
EOS R5 Mark II is 45 MP and EOS R8 is 24.2 MP, so the EOS R5 Mark II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R8 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 Mark II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while eOS R8 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 Mark II or the EOS R8?
EOS R5 Mark II reaches 30 fps electronic. EOS R8 reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R8?
EOS R5 Mark II weighs 746 g and EOS R8 weighs 461 g, so the EOS R8 is 285 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R8 record 4K video?
EOS R5 Mark II: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. EOS R8: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R8 weather sealed?
EOS R5 Mark II: Yes. EOS R8: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 320 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 Mark II and 290 shots for the EOS R8, giving the EOS R5 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 Mark II launched at $4,299 and EOS R8 at $1,499. The EOS R8 is $2,800 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.