Canon
EOS R5
45MP full-frame hybrid with 8K RAW, 4K 120p, strong AF, and 8-stop in-body stabilization.
$3,899
Launch priceReleased Jul 2020
Canon
EOS Rebel T8i
Popular entry APS-C DSLR (850D) with 24MP, Dual Pixel AF in live view, and 4K video.
$749
Launch priceReleased Feb 2020
EOS R5 is 5 months newer.
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Wins
EOS R5
Wins
EOS Rebel T8i
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R5 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R5 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AEOS R5 has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 60 frames)
- AEOS R5 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 2,360,000)
- AEOS R5 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R5
139 × 98 × 88 mm
738 g (1.63 lb / 26.03 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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EOS Rebel T8i
131 × 103 × 76 mm
515 g (1.14 lb / 18.17 oz)
EOS R5 is 6mm shorter than EOS Rebel T8i but it is also 8mm wider and 12mm thicker.
EOS R5 is 223 g heavier than EOS Rebel T8i.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R5 · 76mm EOS Rebel T8i
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R5
139 × 98 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
EOS Rebel T8i
131 × 103 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R5
139 × 88 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
EOS Rebel T8i
131 × 76 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R5
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
EOS Rebel T8i
22.3 × 14.9 mm · APS-C
332 mm² area
2.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R5
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
EOS Rebel T8i
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
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
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R5
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 97.5, 88
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 2,360,000 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only EOS R5 supports it
Reasons to choose
EOS Rebel T8i
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 131, 103, 76
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -6 EV — lower is better
Weight
515 g vs 738 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 490 shots — higher is better
EVF magnification
0.78 × vs 0.76 × — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 1053
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓EVF refresh rate — Both 120 Hz
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R5
Pros
- ✓45MP sensor balances resolution and speed
- ✓8K RAW and 4K 120p internal video
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with advanced subject tracking
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓CFexpress Type B plus SD UHS-II storage
Cons
- –Heat limits can matter for extended high-end video
- –Battery life is modest
- –Still expensive versus newer enthusiast bodies
EOS Rebel T8i
Pros
- ✓Dual Pixel AF live view
- ✓24MP APS-C
- ✓4K video
- ✓Articulating screen
Cons
- –DSLR declining
- –No IBIS
- –4K crop
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R5 or EOS Rebel T8i?
EOS R5 scores 8.5/10 versus 1.5/10 for EOS Rebel T8i — 45MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R5 and EOS Rebel T8i?
EOS R5 is 45 MP and EOS Rebel T8i is 24.1 MP, so the EOS R5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R5 and EOS Rebel T8i have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R5 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while EOS Rebel T8i does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R5 or the EOS Rebel T8i?
EOS R5 reaches 20 fps electronic. EOS Rebel T8i reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R5 and EOS Rebel T8i?
EOS R5 weighs 738 g and EOS Rebel T8i weighs 515 g, so the EOS Rebel T8i is 223 g lighter.
Do the EOS R5 and EOS Rebel T8i record 4K video?
EOS R5: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p. EOS Rebel T8i: 4K up to 60p.
Are the EOS R5 and EOS Rebel T8i weather sealed?
EOS R5: Yes. EOS Rebel T8i: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 490 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R5 and 640 shots for the EOS Rebel T8i, giving the EOS Rebel T8i the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R5 launched at $3,899 and EOS Rebel T8i at $749. The EOS Rebel T8i is $3,150 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.