EOS R8vs RX100 VI
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Full-Frame Entry — EOS R8 (2023): Canon's most affordable full-frame mirrorless — 4K/60p 10-bit and class-leading Dual Pixel AF at an accessible entry price.
Travel & Vlogging — RX100 VI (2018): The RX100 VI trades fast apertures for a remarkable 24-200mm zoom range — giving it more versatility than any previous model. 4K/30p, 24fps burst, a pop-up EVF, and an articulating screen round out an exceptional compact package. Variable aperture limits low-light performance at the long end, but for travel and events where reach matters, there is no practical alternative at this size.
Who should buy what
EOS R8 (2023)
- Photographers wanting full-frame image quality at the lowest RF price
- EOS RP owners upgrading to better autofocus and modern video specs
- Beginners who want to start on full-frame without overspending
- Travel photographers who want a lightweight full-frame RF body
RX100 VI (2018)
- Travel photographers who need versatile reach in a pocketable body
- Vloggers and content creators who need 4K and an articulating screen
- Event photographers who want discreet, capable wide-to-tele coverage
- Wildlife and sports enthusiasts who want a compact travel option
Quick take: The eos r8 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the rx100 vi is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R8 (2023) | RX100 VI (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,099 | £700 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI Stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 4K/60p oversampled 10-bit, FHD/180p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p, 960fps HFR |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, 1053 zones, eye/face/subject tracking | Fast Hybrid AF, 315 phase-detect points, Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | 6fps mechanical, 40fps electronic | 24fps |
| Battery Life | ~220 shots (CIPA) | ~240 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 461g body only | 301g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 132.5 × 86.1 × 70.0mm | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.59× | Pop-up EVF, 2.35M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 921k dots |
| Mount | Canon RF mount (full-frame) | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD / Memory Stick PRO Duo slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS R8 | RX100 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Street | ||
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Travel | — | |
| Casual | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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