OVERVIEW
- 24.1MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
- DIGIC 8 Image Processor
- 3.0" 1.04m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen
- UHD 4K24p Video, Vertical Video Support
- 45-Point All Cross-Type Phase-Detect AF
- Dual Pixel CMOS AF with Eye Detection
- ISO 100-25600, Up to 7 fps Shooting
- Built-In Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- 220,000-Pixel AE Sensor
- EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM Lens
Designed for first-time shooters, but capable enough for advanced imaging tasks, the Canon EOS Rebel T8i is a versatile DSLR with well-rounded photo and video capabilities. Featuring a 24.1MP APS-C-format CMOS sensor and DIGIC 8 image processor, high-resolution stills and UHD 4K video recording are supported, along with a wide ISO 100-25600 sensitivity range to suit working in a variety of lighting conditions. Benefitting the imaging attributes, the sensor's design also facilitates Dual Pixel CMOS AF, which uses phase-detection autofocus for quick, accurate, and smooth focusing performance when recording movies or shooting stills in live view. When shooting stills using the optical viewfinder, a 45-point all cross-type phase-detection system is used for quick and accurate focusing in a variety of shooting scenarios.
The physical design incorporates a 3.0" 1.04m-dot touchscreen LCD, which uses a vari-angle design to permit easier viewing from high, low, and even front-facing angles. Additionally, built-in Wi-Fi with NFC is available for quick and convenient pairing with a smartphone or tablet for wireless image sharing, and Bluetooth is also featured for image sharing to and remote camera control from a mobile device.
24.1MP APS-C CMOS Sensor and DIGIC 8 Image Processor
Both a 24.1MP APS-C CMOS sensor and DIGIC 8 image processor are used to deliver high sensitivity and fast performance to suit both stills and video applications. A flexible native ISO 100-25600 range suits working in a variety of lighting conditions, and the processing capabilities minimize noise for notable clarity and expandable sensitivity up to ISO 51200. The processor also enables up to 7 fps continuous shooting as well as UHD 4K video recording to suit working with moving subjects.
45-Point All Cross-Type AF and Dual Pixel CMOS AF Systems
Benefitting stills shooting with the optical viewfinder, a wide-area 45-point all cross-type phase-detection autofocus system provides quick and precise focusing in difficult lighting conditions. The cross-type design of the sensors affords greater accuracy in low-contrast and mixed lighting conditions, and the broad coverage of the 45 sensors is ideal for tracking and maintaining focus on moving subjects. Additionally, EOS iTR AF also prioritizes detected faces in a scene in order to maintain accurate focus during portrait shooting.
When recording video or shooting in live view, a Dual Pixel CMOS AF system is employed that offers smooth and fast focusing performance in a similar manner to how a camcorder acquires focus. This system integrates two separate photodiodes within each pixel to provide a broad and dense network of phase-detection gathering elements across a majority of the image sensor to reduce focus hunting for faster, more direct control of focus placement. When working with still imagery, this focusing system works to acquire focus quickly and accurately, making it ideally suited to shooting and tracking moving subjects so that critical focus is attained with each shot. Eye Detection AF can also be employed to prioritize focus on a recognized subject's eye. When shooting video, a Movie Servo AF mode offers smooth and natural focusing when changing from different subjects or different distances within the scene, as well as the ability to specify tracking sensitivity, AF speed, and Face Tracking priority. Benefited by the Touch AF system, rack focus is possible simply by touching elements within the scene on the touchscreen in order to change focus in an intuitive manner. Subject tracking in movies is also heightened due to the Dual Pixel CMOS AF system's ability to recognize subjects and maintain focus when working within changing or cluttered scenery.
UHD 4K Video Recording
In addition to stills, the T8i also sports UHD 4K video recording at up to 24 fps, as well as Full HD and HD recording, and supports vertical video output for vlogging applications. Video recording is benefitted by the inclusion of Dual Pixel CMOS AF and the Movie Servo AF focusing functions, as well as the touchscreen design of the LCD monitor for intuitive control. Movie Digital IS also helps to steady recordings by minimizing the appearance of camera shake across five axes for smoother footage. Additionally, an external microphone jack is incorporated in the body design for greater control over your recorded sound.
Body Design and Wireless Connectivity
- Large 3.0" 1.04m-dot touchscreen LCD provides an intuitive method for controlling focusing points, navigating menus, and reviewing imagery. This screen also features a vari-angle design to better enable working from high and low angles.
- Optical pentamirror viewfinder serves a clear means for eye-level shooting.
- Built-in Wi-Fi allows for easy wireless sharing of both photos and movies to a linked mobile device.
- Bluetooth permits linking a smartphone or tablet for quick image sharing between devices as well as remote control capabilities.
EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM Lens
Included with the camera body is the EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens, which provides a 28.8-88mm equivalent focal length range that covers a variety of perspectives from wide-angle to portrait-length. Its design integrates an STM focusing mechanism that provides near-silent focusing abilities with smooth and precise control. Additionally, the Optical Image Stabilizer system helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake by up to four shutter speed steps in order to benefit working in low-light conditions and with greater zoom magnifications.
Other Camera Features
A 220,000-pixel AE metering sensor benefits both autofocus and exposure metering precision and enables Color Tracking for more accurately detecting skin colors.
SPECS
Imaging
Lens Mount | Canon EF-S |
Camera Format | APS-C (1.6x Crop Factor) |
Sensor Resolution | Actual: 25.8 Megapixel Effective: 24.1 Megapixel (6000 x 4000) |
Maximum Resolution | 6000 x 4000 |
Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Size | 22.3 x 14.9 mm |
Image File Format | JPEG, Raw |
Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
Image Stabilization | Digital, 5-Axis (Video Only) |
Exposure Control
ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 100 to 25600 (Extended: 100 to 51200) |
Shutter Speed | Mechanical Shutter 1/4000 to 30 Second Bulb Mode |
Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Evaluative, Partial, Spot |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
Metering Range | -2 to 20 EV |
White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (White), Shade, Tungsten |
Continuous Shooting | Mechanical Shutter Up to 7 fps at 24.1 MP for up to 40 Frames (Raw) / 170 Frames (JPEG) Up to 3 fps at 24.1 MP for up to 40 Frames (Raw) / 170 Frames (JPEG) Electronic Shutter Up to 7.5 fps at 24.1 MP for up to 40 Frames (Raw) / 170 Frames (JPEG) |
Interval Recording | Yes |
Self-Timer | 2/10-Second Delay |
Video
Recording Modes | MP4/H.264 4:2:0 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p [120 Mb/s] Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/29.97p/59.94p [12 to 60 Mb/s] HD (1280 x 720) at 59.94p [26 Mb/s] |
External Recording Modes | UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) Full HD (1920 x 1080) HD (1280 x 720) |
Recording Limit | Up to 29 Minutes, 59 Seconds |
Audio Recording | Built-In Microphone (Stereo) External Microphone Input (Stereo) |
Audio File Format | AAC |
Focus
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
Focus Mode | Automatic (A), Continuous-Servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S) |
Autofocus Points | Phase Detection: 45 (45 Cross-Type) |
Autofocus Sensitivity | -3 to +18 EV |
Viewfinder and Monitor
Viewfinder Type | Optical (Pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Eye Point | 19 mm |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | Approx. 0.82x |
Diopter Adjustment | -3 to +1 |
Size | 3" |
Resolution | 1,040,000 Dot |
Display Type | Articulating Touchscreen LCD |
Flash
Built-In Flash | Yes |
Flash Modes | Auto, Manual, Red-Eye Reduction |
Guide Number | 39.37' / 12 m at ISO 100 |
Maximum Sync Speed | 1/200 Second |
Flash Compensation | -2 to +2 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
Dedicated Flash System | eTTL |
External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Connectivity | 3.5mm Microphone, USB Micro-B (USB 2.0), HDMI C (Mini) |
Wireless | Bluetooth Wi-Fi |
GPS | No |
Environmental
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
Operating Humidity | 0 to 85% |
Physical
Battery | 1 x LP-E17 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1040 mAh (Approx. 1240 Shots) |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5.16 x 4.04 x 3" / 131 x 102.6 x 76.2 mm |
Weight | 1.13 lb / 515 g (Body with Battery and Memory) |
Warranty Length | Limited 1-Year Warranty |
Kit Lens
Focal Length | 18 to 55mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 28.8 to 88mm) |
Maximum Aperture | f/4 to 5.6 |
Minimum Aperture | f/22 to 32 |
Angle of View | 74° 20' to 27° 50' |
Maximum Magnification | 0.25x |
Minimum Focus Distance | 9.84" / 25 cm |
Optical Design | 12 Elements in 10 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades | 7, Rounded |
Focus Type | Autofocus |
Image Stabilization | Yes |
Filter Size | 58 mm (Front) |
Dimensions (ø x L) | 2.6 x 2.4" / 66 x 61 mm |
Weight | 7.58 oz / 215 g |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 2.95 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 11.15 x 8.95 x 6.75" |