Canon EOS 5D Mark III vs Canon EOS R8
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 5D Mark III and Canon EOS R8. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS 5D Mark III were released 2012 and Canon EOS R8 was released 2023. That is a 11 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III | 2012 |
Canon EOS R8 | 2023 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS 5D Mark III is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS R8 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Canon Full Frame") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Since both cameras have a Full frame sensor there will be no crop factor.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS R8 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 5D Mark III has a 22,3 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS R8 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
22,3 MP
22118400 pixels 5760 x 3840 |
Canon EOS R8 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS R8 has a 9 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 5D Mark III. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Canon EOS R8 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 5D Mark III. Canon EOS R8 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 102400 while Canon EOS 5D Mark III has 100 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III | 100-25600 |
Canon EOS R8 | 100-102400 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS R8 belongs to the Canon EOS R-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS R
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS R8
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 5D Mark III can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS R8 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III | 6 |
Canon EOS R8 | 6 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS 5D Mark III and Canon EOS R8 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 5D Mark III weighs 950 gr (equal to 2.09 lb) which is 106% heavier than Canon EOS R8 and its 461 gr (or 1.02 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III | 950 gr 2.09 lb |
Canon EOS R8 | 461 gr 1.02 lb |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III vs Canon EOS R8 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 5D Mark III and Canon EOS R8, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Canon EOS R8 |
Name | Canon EOS 5D Mark III | Canon EOS R8 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Canon EOS R8 |
Release Year | 2012 | 2023 |
Release Date | 2012-03-02 | 2023-02-08 |
MSRP | 3499 USD | 1499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Canon EOS R8 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Canon EOS R8 |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 5760 x 3840 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 22,3 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 5+ | DIGIC X |
Image |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Canon EOS R8 |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 100 - 102400 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Canon EOS R8 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 61 | 1053 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Canon EOS R8 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3,2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1620000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | Clear View II TFT LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.71× | 0.7× |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 2360000 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Canon EOS R8 |
Frames per second | 6 fps | 6 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Canon EOS R8 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 |
H.264 H.265 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Canon EOS R8 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Canon EOS R8 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Optional with Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E7 ![]() |
Yes Built-in (Wireless LAN (IEEE802.11b/g/n) (2.4 GHz)32, with Bluetooth 4.2 support) |
Remote Control |
Yes (Remote control with N3 type contact, Wireless Controller LC-5, Remote Controller RC-6)
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Yes. RS-60E3-type terminal (remote control terminal)
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GPS |
Yes Optional with GP-E2 unit ![]() |
Yes Optional via GP-E2 ![]() |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Canon EOS R8 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion LP-E6 rechargeable battery & charger
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Rechargeable Li-ion Battery LP-E17
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Battery Life (CIPA) | 950 shots | 220 shots |
Width | 152 mm | 133 mm |
Height | 116 mm | 86 mm |
Depth | 76 mm | 70 mm |
Weight | 950 gram | 461 gram |