Should I upgrade from the Canon EOS RP to the Canon EOS R8?
Upgrading is likely worth it. Both use the Canon RF / RF-S mount, so your lenses fit directly.
What you gain
- faster bursts (40fps vs 5fps)
- better video (4K 60p vs 4K 24p (crop))
- cleaner high ISO
- 4 years of newer processing and autofocus (2019 → 2023)
What you give up
- lower resolution (24MP vs 26MP)
What it costs
| EOS R8 new | £1,229 |
| EOS R8 used (MPB, typical) | £850 |
| Your EOS RP trade-in (rough estimate) | ≈ £270 |
| Net cost buying used | ≈ £580 |
Trade-in estimates assume about two-thirds of the typical MPB resale price; real offers vary with condition and shutter count.
Specs side by side
Canon EOS RP specs · Canon EOS R8 specs · full comparison · best lenses for the EOS R8
Other upgrade paths
Frequently asked questions
Should I upgrade from the Canon EOS RP to the Canon EOS R8?
The upgrade is likely worth it. You gain faster bursts (40fps vs 5fps), better video (4K 60p vs 4K 24p (crop)), cleaner high ISO, 4 years of newer processing and autofocus (2019 → 2023), but you lose lower resolution (24MP vs 26MP).
How much does it cost to upgrade from the EOS RP to the EOS R8?
The EOS R8 costs £1,229 new and about £850 used at MPB. Trading in a used EOS RP might bring roughly £270, so the net cost is around £580 buying used (a rough estimate: get quotes from MPB, Wex and Park Cameras).
Will my EOS RP lenses work on the EOS R8?
Both use the Canon RF / RF-S mount, so your lenses fit directly.