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r/canon on Reddit: R7 vs. R8
July 15, 2024 -

G' day,

Previously coming from the Canon platform (Rebel T5) I've decided it's time for an upgrade. After some lengthy research, I've considered my budget and narrowed it down to 2 cameras but am having difficulty deciding which one I should purchase.

A little about what got me into photography/what I shoot:

I always grew up around and loved playing with cameras. So when I became a high schooler, I decided to take a few photography classes. From there, I haven't been able to put my camera down. I mainly shoot car photography and landscapes in my spare time and am noticing a general lack of quality with 95% of my shots. I feel that my current camera is becoming outdated and that now would be the best time to invest in a new camera. With that said, these are the current pros I found from each of my preferred cameras.

R7 pro's:

  • Larger sensor

  • Contains IBS

  • Longer battery life

  • Extra card slot

R8 pro's:

  • Full frame

  • Seemingly better video capabilities

  • Stronger low-light quality

  • Newer/slightly cheaper

  • Most professional creators prefer the R8's capabilities compared to the R7's (from sources viewed)

-- I initially found myself drawn to the R7's larger sensor, battery life, and especially IBS features. However, almost all YouTube videos make it seem the R8 has a slight edge over the R7. I do want to start taking more videos/rollers of cars and wouldn't mind the improved video quality that the R8 boasts. Not to mention the full-framed R8's performance in darker scenes. My only worry is the smaller sensor in the R8 along with the lack of IBS would compromise picture quality and would be noticeably worse than that in the R7.

What are your thoughts?

Also... what are some cheap quality lenses I should look into buying for a camera like this?

Thanks a lot!

-Drake

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Canon EOS R7 vs R8 - The 10 Main Differences and Full Comparison - Mirrorless Comparison
May 15, 2025 - Whether itโ€™s portraits, events, wildlife, or fast-paced action like birds in flight, the R8 delivers exceptional performance, at a level akin to the flagship Canon R3, all at a fraction of the price.
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r/canon on Reddit: Canon R8 vs R7 - real world differences
October 9, 2023 -

Hello! I'm debating buying either an R7 or R8 to upgrade from my Canon 80D. I do mostly wildlife (birding primarily) and macro photography. I'd also like to dabble with more video and portrait photography. On paper, I know all the differences between the R7 and R8, but real world performance, is one better than the other? I've heard that the R7 has AF issues with EF glass (pulsing on Sigma 150-600C) and has a low readout speed. While the R8 has worse battery and ergonomics. But is FF significantly better than crop that a more stripped down R8 is better than R7?

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August 29, 2024 - I should also mention I have seen a used first gen R6 in my area for the price of a new R7/R8 and am wondering if thatโ€™s worth going for instead. Thank you in advance. ... The R7 or R6 would likely be the best options for you. For wildlife and large output prints, the R7 would likely be my choice...
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R7 or R8?: Canon EOS R Talk Forum
June 11, 2023 - The R8 will have better high ISO noise performance, but the R7 sensor is good and with modern software (eg DXO) is very usable at high ISOs. Iโ€™m happy to use my R7 at 6400 for wildlife. Both have superb AF, coming from a 70D you will be amazed but there is some learning to do.
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Canon EOS R8 vs EOS R7 - Head-to-head Comparison | Photography Blog
February 8, 2023 - Despite having a physically smaller sensor, the APS-C EOS R7 is actually bigger and heavier than the new R8, which much more closely resembles the EOS RP model. The R8 is now the lightest, most compact full-frame camera that Canon currently ...
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April 12, 2024 - Read our detailed comparison of the Canon EOS R8 vs Canon EOS R7 to find out their strengths and weaknesses, and decide which one to choose.
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Canon R7 Vs R8 For Wildlife Photography: Which One Takes The Best Shots? - Bytebitmag
June 2, 2024 - The R8, on the other hand, features a similar Dual Pixel CMOS AF II system but with a slightly lower 450 autofocus points, covering approximately 100% of the frame. While both cameras offer excellent autofocus capabilities, the R7โ€™s slightly higher number of autofocus points and faster focusing speed may give it a slight edge in capturing fast-moving wildlife subjects. ... Wildlife photography often relies on capturing the decisive moment, the split second when an animal exhibits its most captivating behavior.
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May 16, 2025 - Letโ€™s not forget the practical aspects. The initial cost of the camera body and the lens options available will heavily influence the decision. Initial Investment: The Canon R8 is generally priced lower than the R7.
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r/canon on Reddit: I require some help picking between two cameras, R7 vs R8.
March 19, 2024 -

Hello everyone. Currently I shoot using my first ever camera, a Canon T7/2000D. This has served me well but I feel like it is time to upgrade.

Main lens is my EF 100-400L II and I feel like my current camera is not doing this lens enough justice.

Now I mainly shoot wildlife, birds (sitting and in flight) and everything I run into. Landscape. My own dog aswell as my friends and family their dogs. Have not dabbled into portraits or people photography but would like to venture into it at some point.

My current camera being an APS-C allows me to bring me subject closer to me without being close to it because of the crop factor, and I do love this. Is the image quality of the R8, a full frame camera, much better than a crop sensor camera? Therefore will I be able to crop the images from a full frame camera far enough for it to be similar to the reach of an APS-C camera?

Both the R7 and R8 have their pros and cons and I am currently stuck deciding between them.

Wondering if anyone is or has been in a similar situation and able to help me out with some answers.

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EOS R8 vs EOS R7 vs EOS RP - Canon Europe
The high-speed EOS R7 meets the needs of wildlife and sports photographers in particular, with its APS-C sensor giving lenses greater reach when you can't get closer to capture elusive animals and action on the playing field.
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Canon EOS R8 vs R7: Which camera should you pick?
May 22, 2023 - On the flip side, some photographers, especially those that enjoy shooting wildlife or events, might enjoy the extra reach of the R7. The APS-C crop will effectively act as a 1.6x magnification when full-frame lenses are used, allowing you to ...