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Canon EOS R1 vs Canon EOS R8: which is better?

Canon EOS R1 and Canon EOS R8 compared side by side across 123 specs and 11 scored categories — every winner highlighted, so the right pick is obvious.

2 PRODUCTS · 123 SPECS · 11 SCORED CATEGORIES · LIVE RE-RANKING

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CAMERAS

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CANON

Canon EOS R1

$6,799

BEST OVERALL

CANON

Canon EOS R8

$1,499

BEST VALUE

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⚡ COMPARZONE VERDICT

The Canon EOS R1 takes the overall win.

Highest composite at 9.3/10 — 0.8 ahead of the Canon EOS R8. Tightest race: optics, just 0.8 apart. Scroll for the category-by-category breakdown.

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CATEGORY WINS · 11 SCOREDTIES SHOWN GREY

BATT

DESI

FEAT

OPTI

PERF

VIDE

VALU

AUTO

BUIL

IMAG

VIDE

Canon EOS R1×6

Canon EOS R8×5

Canon EOS R1 - Best Price Of Bellow 7000$BEST OVERALL

Canon EOS R8 Full-Frame Mirrorless CameraBEST VALUE

01 · SCORE RADAR

Performance profile

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LARGEST GAPAutofocus — Canon EOS R8 leads by 9.0

TIGHTESTOPTICS — only 0.8 between the top two

02 · CATEGORY BREAKDOWN

Category showdown

EOS R1EOS R8

BATTERYiCanon EOS R1 · +2.5

EOS R18.5

EOS R86.0

DESIGNiCanon EOS R1 · +1.0

EOS R19.5

EOS R88.5

FEATURESiCanon EOS R1 · +1.2

EOS R19.7

EOS R88.5

OPTICSiCanon EOS R1 · +0.8

EOS R19.8

EOS R89.0

PERFORMANCEiCanon EOS R1 · +1.4

EOS R19.9

EOS R88.5

VIDEOGRAPHYiCanon EOS R1 · +0.8

EOS R19.6

EOS R88.8

ValueiCanon EOS R8 · +1.5

EOS R17.0

EOS R88.5

AutofocusiCanon EOS R8 · +9.0

EOS R10.0

EOS R89.0

BuildiCanon EOS R8 · +8.0

EOS R10.0

EOS R88.0

Image QualityiCanon EOS R8 · +9.0

EOS R10.0

EOS R89.0

VideoiCanon EOS R8 · +8.8

EOS R10.0

EOS R88.8

03 · VALUE MAP

Price vs performance

TOP-LEFT IS THE SWEET SPOT

SCORE PER $100 · RANKED

01Canon EOS R80.57BEST DEAL

02Canon EOS R10.14

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04 · THE FULL SHEET

Full specifications

123 SPECS · ALL SHOWN

SPECS

Canon EOS R1$6,79921W9.3

Canon EOS R8$1,4998W8.5

AF Pointsi

—

1,053

Subject Detectioni

—

Humans, animals (dogs, cats, birds, horses), vehicles

Burst RateFPSi

—

40 fps

Battery HealthWHi

28 Wh

7.8 Wh

Removable BatteryiSAME

Yes

Battery Level IndicatoriSAME

Yes

Battery PowerMAHi

2,700 mAh

1040 mAh mAh

Rechargeable BatteryiSAME

Yes

Full Charge Shotsi

Approx. 13,30 (EVF) / 700 (LCD) shots

Approx. 290 (EVF) / 370 (LCD)

Battery VoltageVi

10.8 V← BEST +50%

7.2 V

Battery Modeli

LP-E19

LP-E17

Card Slotsi

—

1 (SD UHS-II)

Weather Sealingi

—

Yes

Battery (CIPA)SHOTSi

—

290 shots

WeightGi

—

461 g

Weather Sealed ( Splashproof )i

Yes, professional-grade

Yes (Dust and Drip Resistant)

Screen Resolutioni

2.1

1.62M dots

Touch ScreeniSAME

Yes

System Camerai

Mirrorless

Yes (Mirrorless)

EVF ResolutionM DOTSi

8.44 m dots← BEST +258%

2.36 m dots

Screen SizeINCHi

2.2 inch

3 inch← BEST +36%

Hot ShoeiSAME

Yes

FlashiSAME

Flip Out ScreeniSAME

Yes

VolumeCM³i

2,057 cm³

799 cm³

Lowest Potential Operating Temperature°Ci

9.5 °C← BEST

0 °C

Tilting Viewfinderi

N/A

EVF Refresh Rate ( Max )HZi

240 Hz← BEST +100%

120 Hz

WidthMMi

157.6 mm← BEST +19%

132.5 mm

HeightMMi

149.5 mm← BEST +74%

86.1 mm

Maximum Operating Temperature°Ci

39 °C

40 °C← BEST +3%

Waterproof Depthi

—

Thicknessi

87.3 mm

70 mm

Dxomark Sensor Scorei

93← BEST

Dxomark Sports Scorei

93← BEST

Dxomark Landscape Scorei

93← BEST

Dxomark Portrait Scorei

93← BEST

Bluetooth Versioni

5.3

4.2

Typei

Mirrorless

Camera

ViewfinderiSAME

Electronic

Viewfinder CoverageiSAME

100

WeightGi

1,000.11 g← BEST +117%

461 g

Processori

DIGIC Accelerator + DIGIC X

DIGIC X

Release Datei

2024

2023-02-08

Wi-Fi SupportediSAME

Yes

Bluetooth SupportediSAME

Yes

Dual Card Slotsi

Yes← BEST

Pixel Shift Shoti

N/A

Shoots RawiSAME

Yes

Supports Lossless Compressed RawiSAME

Yes

Wi-Fi Versioni

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

802.11b/g/n

Supports A RemoteiSAME

Yes

HDMI SupportediSAME

Yes

GPS Supporti

Yes← BEST

Support Live StreamingiSAME

Yes

Advanced Hot Shoei

Yes, Multi-Function Shoe

Yes (Multi-function shoe)

Internal StorageiSAME

HDMI Versioni

3.2

Micro-HDMI (Type D)

Internal Storage Sizei

—

0 GB

NFC Supportedi

Yes← BEST

USB Type-CiSAME

Yes

External Memory SlotiSAME

Yes

Sensori

—

Full-Frame CMOS

ResolutionMPi

—

24.2 MP

ISO Rangei

—

100-102400 (Expandable to 50-204800)

Dynamic RangeSTOPSi

—

14 stops

Stabilizationi

—

Digital (Video), Lens-based (Optical)

Sensor Sizei

Full Frame

Full Frame (35.9 x 23.9 mm)

Lens MountiSAME

Yes

MegapixelsiSAME

24.2 MP

Maximum ISOi

102,400← BEST +1023900%

Sensor Shift Stabilizationi

Yes← BEST

Continuous Shootingi

40 fps

6 fps

Phase Detection Autofocus For PhotosiSAME

Yes

Fastest Shutter Speedi

1/8,000 sec

1/8000 sec

Focus Pointsi

4896

1053

Maximum Expanded ISOi

ISO 409,600

204800

AF TrackingiSAME

Yes

Manual FocusiSAME

Yes

Touch AutofocusiSAME

Yes

Manual Shutter SpeediSAME

Yes

BSI Sensori

Yes← BEST

Manual ExposureiSAME

Yes

Serial Shot ModeiSAME

Yes

CMOS Sensori

—

Yes

Built In HDR ModeiSAME

Yes

Two Stage ShutteriSAME

Yes

Manual ISOiSAME

Yes

Flash Sync Speedi

1/500 sec

1/200 sec

Manual White BalanceiSAME

Yes

Exposure TimeiSAME

30 s

Image Stabilization Ratingi

10← BEST +33%

7.5

Maximum Electronic Shutter Speedi

1/64,000 sec

1/8000 sec

Can Combine Image Stabilizationi

Yes, with OIS lenses

Yes (Optical + Digital)

Can Create Panoramas In Camerai

—

Stacked Cmos Sensori

—

USB SupportediSAME

Yes

USB Versioni

3.2 Gen 2

USB 3.2 Gen 2

Pixel Size ( Main Camera )i

5.94 µm

6.0 µm

Build Qualityi

10← BEST +25%

Controlsi

9.9← BEST +16%

8.5

Autofocus Pointsi

10← BEST +11%

Image Qualityi

9.8← BEST +9%

Video Qualityi

9.8← BEST +15%

8.5

Battery Lifei

8.9← BEST +48%

Low Light Performancei

8.5

9← BEST +6%

The VerdictiSAME

—

CommentsiSAME

—

Overall Ratingi

9.9← BEST +10%

Color Combinationi

10← BEST +1%

9.9

Video Recording ( Main Camera )i

6K (6000 × 3164)

4K 60p, Full HD 180p

Phase Detection Autofocus For VideosiSAME

Yes

Microphone InputiSAME

Yes

Audio JackiSAME

Yes

Timelapse FunctioniSAME

Yes

Movie Bit Ratei

340 Mbps (4K 60p)

24p Cinema ModeiSAME

Yes

Supports Slow Motion Video RecordiSAME

Yes

Continuous Autofocus When Recording MoviesiSAME

Yes

Stereo MicrophoneiSAME

Yes

MicrophoneiSAME

Yes

Max Videoi

—

4K 60p

Internal Colori

—

8-bit / 10-bit

ROW WINS

05 · WHICH ONE IS FOR YOU

Pick by persona

RE-RANKS LIVE AS YOU ADD OR REMOVE PRODUCTS

THE ALL-ROUNDER

Best overall

Canon EOS R1CANON9.3

ALL GROUPSEQUAL WEIGHT

Best total score across weighted category factors.

RUNNER-UP · Canon EOS R8 (8.5)

FOR VALUE SEEKERS

Best bang for buck

Canon EOS R8CANON8.5

SCORE ÷ PRICELIVE PRICES

Strongest score-to-price ratio from the available price data.

RUNNER-UP · Canon EOS R1 (0.1)

PRIORITY · AUTOFOCUS

Best for autofocus

Canon EOS R8CANON9.0

AUTOFOCUS WEIGHTEDCONF 86%

Best visible score in the autofocus category group.

RUNNER-UP · Canon EOS R1 (0.0)

PRIORITY · IMAGE QUALITY

Best for image quality

Canon EOS R8CANON9.0

IMAGE QUALITY WEIGHTEDCONF 86%

Best visible score in the image quality category group.

RUNNER-UP · Canon EOS R1 (0.0)

06 · BOTTOM LINE

Why pick each

STRENGTHS · AND ONE HONEST TRADE-OFF

#1CANON0.0

Canon EOS R1

“The Canon EOS R1 is the highly anticipated flagship mirrorless camera, engineered for professional photographers demanding ultimate speed an”

PERFORMANCE 9.9

OPTICS 9.8

Wins Image Quality

Wins Overall Rating

TRADE-OFFPremium price point

BEST OVERALLFull review →

#2CANON0.0

Canon EOS R8

“The Canon EOS R8 is a lightweight, full-frame mirrorless camera offering exceptional image quality and advanced autofocus for enthusiasts an”

Autofocus 9.0

Image Quality 9.0

Wins AF Points

Wins Resolution

TRADE-OFFNo in-body image stabilization

BEST VALUEBest price →

Still deciding? The Canon EOS R1 is the safest pick.

COMPOSITE 9.3/10 · WINS 6 OF 11 CATEGORIES

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Canon EOS R1 - Best Price Of Bellow 7000$ vs Canon EOS R8 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera: which is better?

The Canon EOS R1 - Best Price Of Bellow 7000$ is our overall pick, scoring 9.3/10 against 8.5/10 for the Canon EOS R8 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera — a 9% edge. Current starting prices span $1,499–$6,799. The score weighs category-specific cameras attributes, spec wins, price signals, and data confidence — not sponsorships.

Canon EOS R1 - Best Price Of Bellow 7000$ leads overall with a 9.3 total score.
Canon EOS R1 - Best Price Of Bellow 7000$ wins 58 comparable specs with a 54% weighted win rate.
Canon EOS R1 - Best Price Of Bellow 7000$ has the strongest high-impact advantage in Image Quality.
Canon EOS R8 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera has the best visible score-to-price balance based on available starting price.

Canon EOS R1 - Best Price Of Bellow 7000$WINNER 9.3/10

The Canon EOS R1 is the highly anticipated flagship mirrorless camera, engineered for professional photographers demanding ultimate speed and precision.

Pros

+ Groundbreaking AI-powered autofocus
+ Exceptional speed and performance
+ Professional-grade build quality
+ Advanced video capabilities

Cons

− Premium price point
− Larger, heavier body
− Limited current availability

Best for: Professional sports photographers · Wildlife and action specialists · High-end videography

“Verdict: The Canon EOS R1 is poised to be a game-changer for professional photographers and videographers who require the absolute best in speed, autofocus, and robust performance. While its premium price point and substantial form factor…”

Canon EOS R8 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera8.5/10

The Canon EOS R8 is a lightweight, full-frame mirrorless camera offering exceptional image quality and advanced autofocus for enthusiasts and content creators.

Pros

+ Excellent full-frame image quality
+ Advanced Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
+ Uncropped 4K 60p video
+ Lightweight and compact design

Cons

− No in-body image stabilization
− Limited battery life (CIPA)
− Single SD card slot

Best for: Advanced hobbyists · Videographers and vloggers · Travel and street photography

“Verdict: The Canon EOS R8 is an excellent choice for photographers and videographers seeking a lightweight, high-performance full-frame mirrorless camera. Its superb autofocus, impressive image quality, and strong video features offer…”

Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Canon EOS R1 - Best Price Of Bellow 7000$ or Canon EOS R8 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera?

By ComparZone's weighted scoring of category-specific cameras specs, the Canon EOS R1 - Best Price Of Bellow 7000$ scores highest overall (9.3/10, 0.8 points ahead of the Canon EOS R8 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera). It is the better all-round pick, but the right choice depends on your priorities — the spec table above shows exactly where each one wins.

What are the main differences between Canon EOS R1 - Best Price Of Bellow 7000$ and Canon EOS R8 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera?

The biggest measurable differences are Image Quality, Overall Rating, Sensor — with the Canon EOS R1 - Best Price Of Bellow 7000$ leading on Image Quality. The grouped spec sheet above marks the winner of every comparable spec.

Is the Canon EOS R1 - Best Price Of Bellow 7000$ better value than the Canon EOS R8 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera?

The Canon EOS R1 - Best Price Of Bellow 7000$ starts around $6,799 and the Canon EOS R8 Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera around $1,499. Weigh the score gap against the price gap: a small score lead rarely justifies a large premium unless it comes from the specs you personally care about.

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