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Canon launches EOS R8 II with retro styling and advanced features

Canon has unveiled its new EOS R8 II full-frame camera, featuring a retro design inspired by the classic EOS 650 SLR film camera. This entry-level model is now Canon's lightest full-frame camera with 5-axis in-body stabilization, capable of shooting at 40 frames per second. It boasts an upgraded autofocus system with improved subject tracking for people, animals, and vehicles, and offers enhanced video capabilities including 4K 60p recording. AI

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Canon launches EOS R8 II with retro styling and advanced features

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Steve Dent) ·

    Canon's R8 II camera borrowed its styling from a classic SLR film camera

    Though preoccupied with vlogging lately, Canon hasn't forgotten its full-frame photography market.