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Canon EOS R8

$1,299

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.

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.