Canon R3 vs Canon R8
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Canon R3 vs Canon R8 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 6000 x 3164 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 1015g - 150 x 143 x 87mm
- Launched September 2021
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Expand to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 461g - 133 x 86 x 70mm
- Revealed February 2023
Canon R3 vs Canon R8 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Canon R3 vs Canon R8, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both offered by Canon. The resolution of the R3 (24MP) and the R8 (24MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (Full frame).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe R3 was released 17 months before the R8 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the R3 matches up vs the R8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon R3 vs Canon R8 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R3 and Canon EOS R8. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon R3 Gallery and Canon R8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R3 over the Canon R8
R3 | R8 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3.00" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 4150k | 1620k | Crisper screen (+2530k dot) |
Reasons to pick Canon R8 over the Canon R3
R8 | R3 | |||
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Revealed | February 2023 | September 2021 | More recent by 17 months |
Common features in the Canon R3 and Canon R8
R3 | R8 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Canon R3 vs Canon R8 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon R3 features external measurements of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) while the Canon R8 has proportions of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") having a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs).
Look at the Canon R3 vs Canon R8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the R3 versus the R8.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the R3 and R8 is 52 and 71 respectively.
Canon R3 vs Canon R8 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the R3 and R8.
Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older R3 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Canon R3 vs Canon R8 Specifications
Canon EOS R3 | Canon EOS R8 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon EOS R3 | Canon EOS R8 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2021-09-14 | 2023-02-08 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 1053 | 1053 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon RF | Canon RF |
Number of lenses | 27 | 37 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3.00" |
Display resolution | 4,150 thousand dot | 1,620 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/64000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 6000x3164 (60p/50p/30p/24p/23.98p) 4096x2160 (120p/60p/30p/24p/23.98p) 3840x2160 (120p/60p/30p/23.98p) 1920x1080 (60p/30p/23.98p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 6000x3164 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1015 grams (2.24 lb) | 461 grams (1.02 lb) |
Dimensions | 150 x 143 x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") | 133 x 86 x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 96 | 93 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.0 | 24.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.7 | 14.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 4086 | 3295 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 760 photos | 290 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E19 | LP-E17 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC (UHS-II supported) + CFexpress Type B | Single UHS-II SD card slot |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $6,000 | $1,499 |