Canon EOS R8, R50, RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3 & RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 Announced

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Canon officially announced the new Canon EOS R8, EOS R50 and Two RF-Mount Lenses (RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3, RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM Lenses). The US price of Canon EOS R8 is $1,499 and it will be released on April 18, 2023. The US price of Canon EOS R50 is $679 and it will be released on March 16, 2023.

Press Release

Pre-order links:

Canon EOS R8 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Canon EOS R8 w/ RF 24-50mm Lens at B&H, Adorama.

Canon EOS R50 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Canon EOS R50 w/18-45mm Lens at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Canon EOS R50 w/18-45mm & 55-210mm Lenses at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Canon RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens at B&H, Adorama.

Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM Lens at B&H, Adorama.

Canon EOS R8 Key Features

  • 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • 4K60p 10-Bit Internal Video, Canon Log 3
  • 2.36m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
  • 3.0″ 1.62m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
  • 40 fps Electronic Shutter
  • Movie Digital IS
  • Vertical Movie Mode
  • Microphone Input, Headphone Output
  • Multi-Function Shoe, Wi-Fi & Bluetooth

The EOS R8 combines high-performance full-frame capabilities with a lightweight and compact design. With a 24.2 megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, full use of EOS R-series interchangeable lenses, and highly advanced functionality and performance, the EOS R8 can deliver high-quality stills and movies.

Canon EOS R50 Key Features

  • 24.2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC X Image Processor
  • UHD 4K 30p Video Recording
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with 651 Zones
  • 2.36m-Dot Electronic Viewfinder
  • 3.0″ 1.62m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen
  • 15 fps Electronic Shutter
  • Movie for Close-Up Demos Mode
  • Vertical Movie Mode
  • Multi-Function Shoe, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth

Click the best image easily with the help of the intuitive photo functions of the Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera. A host of video functions such as 6K oversampled 4K 30p capture and Dual Pixel CMOS AF II makes the EOS R50 a great camera for movies and vlogging.It maintains lightweight and high-quality images through a 24.2 Megapixel APS-C size CMOS Image sensor and DIGIC X image processor.Smartphone-like operability and connectivity makes this a perfect entry-level camera.

RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens Key Features

  • Full-Frame Lens
  • STM Stepping AF Motor
  • Optical Image Stabilizer
  • Focus Control Ring
  • Two Aspherical Elements
  • Super Spectra Coating
  • 7-Blade Diaphragm
  • Compact and Lightweight Design

RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM Lens Key Features

  • APS-C Format Lens
  • 88-336mm (Full-Frame Equivalent)
  • STM Stepping AF Motor
  • Optical Image Stabilizer
  • Two Ultra-Low Dispersion Elements
  • Super Spectra Coating
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
  • Compact and Lightweight Design