How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Canon
Canon EOS RP vs Canon EOS R8
Short AnswerCanon EOS RP wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionCanon EOS RP
Battery LifeCanon EOS RP
WeightCanon EOS R8
Launch PriceCanon EOS RP
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A26.2
B24.2
Battery (Shots)
A250
B220
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A485
B461
Form Factor
132.5 × 85 × 70 mm
132.5 × 86.1 × 70 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Canon EOS RP If…
- Higher resolution (26.2 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- Higher battery life (250 shots vs 220 shots)
- Costs less at launch ($1299 vs $1499)
Choose Canon EOS R8 If…
- Lighter body (461 g vs 485 g)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Canon EOS RP | Canon EOS R8 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 26.2 MP | 24.2 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 40000 | 102400 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | — | 1053 |
| Low-Light AF | -5 EV | -6.5 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 5 fps | 6 fps |
| Electronic Burst | — | 40 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/4000 | 1/4000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | 2.36M | 2.36M |
| LCD Size | 3" | 3" |
| LCD Type | Vari-angle | Vari-angle |
| Video | ||
| Body | ||
| Weight | 485 g | 461 g |
| Card Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 250 Shots | 220 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Launch Price | 1299 | 1499 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.