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Manufacturer code5803C003
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About the Canon EOS R8
Canon 5803C003 is listed in the digital cameras category. The recorded specifications include camera type: MILC; megapixel: 24.2 MP; maximum video resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels. This entry covers manufacturer code 5803C003. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The recorded lens mount is Canon RF. Confirm lens compatibility, included kit lens and any adapter requirements before comparing bundles. The same camera body can be sold in materially different packages.
- Camera type
- MILC
- Megapixels (approx.)
- 24.2 MP
- Sensor type
- CMOS
- Maximum image resolution
- 6000 x 4000 pixels
- Maximum video resolution
- 3840 x 2160 pixels
- Image stabilizer
- No
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Canon EOS R8 specifications
Manufacturer code: 5803C003 · Icecat product 108869328 · Checked 21 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
Key specifications
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| Camera type | MILC |
|---|---|
| Megapixels (approx.) | 24.2 MP |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Maximum image resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
| Image stabilizer | No |
| Lens mount interface | Canon RF |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Weight | 414 g |
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Audio & listening6 details
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
|---|---|
| Built-in speakers | Yes |
| Audio system | stereo |
| Audio formats supported | LPCM, AAC |
| Microphone in | Yes |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
Display7 details
| Display | LCD |
|---|---|
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 7.5 cm |
| Screen resolution | 1620000 dot |
| Display aspect ratio | 3:2 |
| Vari-angle LCD display | Yes |
| Viewfinder screen size | 0.39" |
Processor, memory & storage6 details
| Compatible memory cards | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 1 |
| Viewfinder frame rate (power saving mode) | 60 fps |
| Viewfinder frame rate (smooth mode) | 120 fps |
| Histogram | Yes |
| Image processor | DIGIC X |
Camera, image & video28 details
| Image sensor aspect ratio | 3:2 |
|---|---|
| Still image resolution(s) | 6000 x 4000, 3984 x 2656, 2976 x 1984, 2400 x 1600, 5328 x 4000, 3552 x 2664, 2656 x 1992, 2112 x 1600, 4000 x 4000, 2656 x 2656, 1984 x 1984, 1600 x 1600 |
| Image sensor size (W x H) | 35.9 x 23.9 mm |
| Image formats supported | JPEG, Raw, C-RAW, HEIF |
| Focus | TTL |
| Focus adjustment | Auto/Manual |
| Auto focusing (AF) modes | Continuous Auto Focus, One Shot Focus, Servo Auto Focus |
| Auto Focus (AF) object detection | Aircraft, Animal, Bird, Body, CAT, Dog, Eye, Face, Head, Horse, People, Train, Vehicle |
| Auto Focus (AF) lock | Yes |
| Auto Focus (AF) assist beam | Yes |
| ISO sensitivity (min) | 50 |
| ISO sensitivity (max) | 204800 |
| ISO sensitivity | 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600, 51200, 102400, Auto |
| Light exposure modes | Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE |
| Light exposure control | Program AE |
| Light exposure correction | ± 3EV (1/2EV; 1/3EV step) |
| Auto Exposure (AE) lock | Yes |
| Fastest camera shutter speed | 1/16000 s |
| Slowest camera shutter speed | 30 s |
| Camera shutter type | Electronic |
| Flash exposure lock | Yes |
| Flash exposure compensation | Yes |
| Flash exposure correction | ±3EV (1/3 EV step) |
| Video recording | Yes |
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080,3840 x 2160 pixels |
| Video formats supported | H.264, H.265 |
| Viewfinder resolution (approx.) | 2360000 pixels |
| White balance | Auto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Manual, Shade, Tungsten |
Printing, scanning & paper1 detail
| Direct printing | Yes |
|---|
Connections & wireless9 details
| External flash connector | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB version | 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) |
| USB connector | USB Type-C |
| HDMI | Yes |
| HDMI connector type | Micro |
| Headphone connectivity | 3.5 mm |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 4.2 |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
Power & battery11 details
| Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery type | LP-E17 |
| Number of batteries supported | 1 |
| Battery level indicator | Yes |
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
| USB Type-C required charging power (min) | 7.5 W |
| USB Type-C required charging power (max) | 7.5 W |
| Weight (including battery) | 461 g |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Battery charger included | Yes |
Controls & features7 details
| Sensor cleaning system | Ultrasonic vibration |
|---|---|
| Sensor cleaning system name | EOS Integrated Cleaning System |
| Sensor format | Full-frame |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
| Smartphone/tablet remote support | Yes |
| View on smartphone | Yes |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
Design & dimensions8 details
| Shoe mounting point | Yes |
|---|---|
| Shoe mounting point type | Hot shoe |
| Colour sampling | YCbCr4:2:0 8-bit, YCbCr4:2:2 10-bit |
| Tripod mounting supported | Yes |
| Product colour | Black |
| Width | 132.5 mm |
| Depth | 70 mm |
| Height | 86.1 mm |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| Supported aspect ratios | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
|---|
Further product details20 details
| Built-in low-pass filter | Yes |
|---|---|
| Face tracking | Yes |
| Light metering | Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot |
| Number of measurement zones | 384 |
| HD type | 4K Ultra HD |
| Wind filter | Yes |
| Viewfinder type | Electronic |
| Magnification | 0.7x |
| Scene modes | Children, Close-up (macro), Food, Group photo, HDR backlight control, Handheld night scene, Landscape, Panning, Panorama, Portrait, Self-portrait, Silent shutter, Sports |
| Shooting modes | Aperture priority, Auto, Flexible priority, Manual, Program, Scene, Shutter priority |
| Self-timer delay | 2,10 s |
| Dioptre correction | Yes |
| Diopter adjustment (D-D) | -4 - 1 |
| Live view | Yes |
| GPS (satellite) | No |
| Anti-dust function | Yes |
| Highlight alert | Yes |
| Dustproof | Yes |
| Splash proof | Yes |
| Neck strap included | Yes |
Packaging & supplied accessories7 details
| Quantity per pack | 1 pc(s) |
|---|---|
| Package width | 192 mm |
| Package depth | 282 mm |
| Package height | 153 mm |
| Package weight | 1.16 kg |
| Batteries included | Yes |
| Products per pallet | 72 pc(s) |
Specifications describe the supplied product data, not measured review results. Battery life, range and performance figures are source claims and can vary with use.
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