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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 282 reviews

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Customers value the product's excellent camera quality, ease of use, and strong overall performance. Its lightweight and compact size are also frequently appreciated. However, some users have expressed concerns about the battery life and occasional overheating.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Camera

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    LOVE LOVE LOVE. My first ever camera to get into photography. Very beginner friendly and I am in love with it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Beginner friendly!

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I may rookie to say the least, but this camera has been really easy to get used to and learn. I am mostly using it for a Contant creation for YouTube videos and Instagram reels and I’m really impressed with the camera quality without me changing any of the settings. I know it has more to offer, but I just don’t know how to use all of its features. Even with the basic settings, I’m incredibly happy with this camera

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Dan tulban

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Is the best camera.very light and easy to operate .

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    10/10 i recommend!

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I started getting deep into my photography career and I knew this was the camera for me. I would definitely recommend this camera for other photographers!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best camera I’ve had

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’m thrilled with my new R8. I upgraded from the M50… big jump there. I wanted full frame and was considering the RP but for not that much more to get so much more camera. Images are great and feels great in my hands. I’m using older Canon FD lenses and also EF-L Series lenses, both with adapters. Both are widely available uses for great prices on eBay and work great with an adapter. 5 stars for sure

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for the price

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Cheap , lightweight , easy to use . The best 4k 10 bit camera you can buy at this price . I can’t wait for more cinema lens to arrive.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Camera quality, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Canon R8

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my first real mirrorless camera. I really like how slight and compact this camera and lens are! Since I have had many Canon DSLR's, I like and understand the layout of all of the controls. This camera will be used mostly as a travel camera. I have not had a chance to download images yet, but am confident its images will be superior to my iPhone ProMax 13 images. I need large file sizes for print competition and this camera will do this for me!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Canon R8 for the Win

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Canon R8 is compact, takes great pictures and the autofocus is very fast. Also if you shoot RAW, the RAW images can be pushed in post and the colors are excellent. The video options are good for this price level.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Camera quality
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    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Camera, few cons

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great camera! The R8 is literally the R6MII for a grand less, a few cons would be that it can over heat depending on what youre dking (its a Canon, theyre known for that) the battery is a bit small, and some people may miss the lack of IBIS, I use this for video work and honestly i prefer just fixing it in post (IBIS has warping on the edges). For the price its a great entry to Canons full frame lineup!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Canon camera

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Lightweight camera. Great for beginners. Easy to find more lenses. Great for on the go pictures and portraits. Video mode is easy to access and use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Camera quality
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    Overheating

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    2 year review

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The EOS R8 was a big step up from my RP, if we’re just talking about the picture and video quality. The look and feel are virtually the same, only with one major drawback. Overheating! Forget filming 4k in warm weather, you’ll be taking tons of cooldown breaks! Aside from that it’s a good camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Stepped up from my T7i and am IN LOVE with this camera! I also purchased an EF to RF lens adapter and the quality is still incredible. Images are crisp and clear. Camera is smaller, lightweight, and user friendly. I was hesitant about switching to mirrorless but I’d say that this model is an incredible and seamless entry level switch that also allows me to have better quality photos than my previous Canon model.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Canon EOS R08

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to use. I recently purchased the Canon R08 for my photography hobby and it has surpassed all my expectations. The image quality is phenomenal, and the autofocus is incredibly fast and accurate. The camera's build feels solid. It's easy to navigate the settings. I've taken stunning photos in various lighting conditions without any issues.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Cannon Camera

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my first time using a mirrorless camera and so far it’s been great. The pictures look great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Camera quality, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Super glad we upgraded to mirrorless! The photo quality is awesome and the size of this is a little more compact.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for Youtube

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use this camera for my youtube channel. I mainly do guitar and music videos and it works perfectly. It covers more range with on the lens than my old 200D and the colors on the camera are awesome. It is expensive but it is worth it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best purchase

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent and easy to use. Taking great sports photos

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just Do It

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Although there's only one SD card slot this camera knocks it out of the park with features. The people eye focus and the animal eye focus feature works just as good as my R5. We purchased this camera to take on vacation in January, we didn't want to possibly lose or damage the Canon EOS R5 while on our cruise. This camera is easy to pick up and go with so many great features.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Excellent image quality and lightweight design

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Canon EOS R8 delivers outstanding image quality and fast autofocus performance in a compact, lightweight body. The full-frame sensor captures beautiful details and colors, especially in low-light conditions. The RF 24-50mm lens is versatile for everyday use, though it’s not the sharpest at the edges and could use a wider aperture for better background blur. The menu system is intuitive, and the touchscreen is very responsive. Battery life could be better, but overall, it’s a great option for photographers and vloggers looking for portability without sacrificing quality.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Camera!

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Canon EOS R8 with the RF 24-50mm kit is a compelling “gateway” full-frame mirrorless camera — especially if you're a hybrid creator or want a lightweight but capable body. It brings many of the benefits of Canon’s higher-end models into a more accessible form factor, with modern video support and very strong autofocus.era!

    I would recommend this to a friend