Canon R8

ByGregor Z
current firmware

v1.6

Released April 2026

lens mount status

Fully compatible — R-mount

Native lenses tested

Firmware history

Version

Release date

What changed

Worth updating for?

1.60

4.2026

Improved operational stability, connected to a smartphone via USB fixed

Yes

1.50

7.2025

Firmware update via wifi, many bug fixes

Yes

1.40

9.2024

Software Development Assistance Kit and secured protocol WPA2/3 added

Yes

1.30

5.2024

Adds [FEM] to [Flash C.Fn settings], many issues have been fixed

Yes

Lens quick list

  • Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM — native, full compatibility
  • Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM — native, full compatibility
  • Canon RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM — native, full compatibility
  • Canon RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM — native, full compatibility

Known quirks

  • None so far

Written and tested by Gregor. Firmware and compatibility notes last verified: 8.2026. Reviewed every 1–2 months.