The Canon EOS R8 is an entry-level full-frame mirrorless camera featuring a 24.2MP sensor, 40fps electronic shutter, and the advanced subject recognition autofocus from the EOS R6 Mark II in a lightweight body. It is designed to make full-frame mirrorless photography accessible to enthusiasts upgrading from APS-C or compact cameras, while offering RF mount compatibility. Firmware updates provide system improvements and feature enhancements.
Product released: March 23, 2023
Latest firmware version
Version 1.5.0, released July 3, 2025
What's new in version 1.5.0
Firmware Version 1.5.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes: 1. Improves security features. A password must be set initially. •Adds the ability to review the history of any changes made to the password, network information, or other settings. *For more information, please refer to the 'Setting a Password' section in the Advanced User Guide on cam.start.canon. 2. Enables firmware updates to be performed when the camera is connected to the internet and new firmware is made available on Canon servers. 3. Adds the ability to enable [Exposure Simulation] when a flash unit is attached. 4. Fixes an issue in which Err70 may occur during Bluetooth communication due to interference from other Bluetooth devices. 5. Fixes an issue in which Err70 may occur when repeatedly shooting in the "High-speed continuous shooting +" mode. 6. Fixes an issue in which the camera may stop functioning properly when simultaneously using the touch screen and a button assigned to a custom function. ...