$1,399
Entry-level full-frame Canon at an accessible price. Dual Pixel CMOS AF II. Excellent for creators who want the full-frame look without the full-frame budget.
Watch out for
No IBIS and no grip depth — handles like a compact camera but needs a lens with IS. Single card slot. Limited buffer for burst shooting. A successor, the EOS R8 Mark II (adds IBIS, same 24.2MP sensor), was announced Sept 15 2026 at $1,899 and ships late October 2026.
Cost of ownership
Full-frame RF lenses are the most expensive in the ecosystem. Budget accordingly — don't buy the R8 and then put a kit lens on it.