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Canon EOS R8 Mark II
Canon Rumors • • general
Key Points:
- Canon has announced the EOS R8 Mark II, a complete redesign of the popular EOS R8, featuring a new design language that has received mixed reactions.
- Key upgrades include in-body image stabilization (IBIS), Pre-Shooting mode, and a joystick, making it a compelling option under $2000.
- The EOS R8 Mark II is positioned as an everyday full-frame camera rather than a specialized sports or wildlife model, with higher-end models like the EOS R6 Mark III, R5 Mark II, and R1 catering to those needs.
- The ergonomic improvements, including a new grip design, have been well received, especially by users with larger hands, and the camera is expected to pair well with various RF lenses.
- Early hands-on impressions are positive, and Canon is anticipated to achieve strong sales, potentially influenced by design trends popularized by competitors like Sony and Fuji.
