Cameras

Elevate your vlogging: Canon announces EOS R8, R50 cameras

Available from April 2023

Published

April 3, 2023

GadgetMatch

Canon has announced the availability of two new powerful cameras — the full-frame mirrorless EOS R8 and the APS-C mirrorless EOS R50 — to make filming and vlogging even easier and better.

EOS R8: Level up vlogging

The EOS R8 is a more portable new entry to Canon’s family. It combines many of the features known from the EOS R6 Mark II, such as Canon Log 3 and up to 40fps continuous shooting.

Camera shake wouldn’t be a problem anymore even in handheld shooting sessions. Whether it’s event coverages where you have to be on the go, as well as short films.

The device is equipped with Movie Digital IS which digitally performs tilt correction and 5-axis image stabilization. Combined with a lens with OIS, the more enhanced results will be produced.

The EOS R8’s 24.2MP CMOS image sensor also enables high-quality cropless oversampled 4K UHD footages at up to 60fps. Slow motion may also be utilized for dramatic captures, with the camera’s 180fps at FHD capabilities.

Best of all, the camera’s ISO range of up to 102,400 (still) and 25,600 (video) allows it to be used for low light conditions while still producing quality outputs.

EOS R50: Elevate social media content

The EOS R50 boasts of a 24.2MP APS-C format image sensor that is three times larger than the 1-inch sensor on latest smartphones. It gives users sharper and more detailed images and videos.

Like the EOS R8, the camera can generate 4K 30fps videos oversampled from over 6K worth of data.

Both devices also have the same Dual Pixel CMOS AF II technology as that of the EOS R6 Mark II, assuring accurate focus for both stills and videos, and better detection of people, animals, vehicles, and more subjects.

In addition to the EOS R8’s Movie IS, the EOS R50 has two different image stabilizers. One of which works in selfie mode to stabilize wide-angle shooting.

Best of all, connectivity is a breeze for the EOS R50. It may be used to livestream content quickly, just using a USB-C plugged into to a computer; using the Camera Connect app, content may also be transferred easily via Wi-Fi or wired connection.

Pricing, availability

Both the EOS R8 and EOS R50 will come in kit and body only options.

For the EOS R8 kit, the camera is packaged with a RF24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM zoom lens, for PhP 122,998 while the body alone is priced at PhP 107,998.

The EOS R50 kit, on the other hand, has a RF-S18-45STM lens for PhP 54,998. Purchased alone, it costs PhP 47,998.

Freebies:

EOS R8 – 128GB SD card, Lens Loan voucher worth PhP 5,000, discounted rates for Basic Videography Workshop
EOS R50 – 64GB SD card, discounted rates for basic Videography Workshop

Cameras

What HYROX Hong Kong looks like up close

Photographed on the Canon EOS R6 Mark III.

Published

June 11, 2026

MJ Jucutan

HYROX drew people from all over the world for a single purpose: finish the course. In Hong Kong, athletes showed up at AsiaWorld-Expo ready to run, row, and push through 8 stations of pure functional fitness.

So, we brought the Canon EOS R6 Mark III to capture one of the most demanding fitness races on the planet.

The Expo floor is a lighting nightmare, a mix of harsh overheads and deep shadows, but the 32.5MP sensor handled the contrast without breaking a sweat.

The 40fps electronic shutter and Pre-continuous shooting meant we were already capturing the moment half a second before we consciously decided to press the shutter.

Covering a race means staying mobile, and the 8.5-stop IBIS let us move freely alongside athletes without losing the shot. The Dual Pixel CMOS AF II stayed locked on athletes even when they were squinting through the final stretch.

What came out were stories of triumph and determination. Even when their bodies were screaming, they pushed through anyway.

This is what HYROX Hong Kong looked like from the inside.

Words by MJ Jucutan. Photos by Sky Rodillas.

Cameras

Insta360 GO 3S gets retro makeover

Tiny camera, vintage vibes

Published

May 14, 2026

Rodneil Quiteles

Insta360 GO 3S Retro Bundle Edition is bringing a touch of nostalgia to its tiny POV camera lineup.

The company has announced the new Retro Bundle Edition for the GO 3S, combining the wearable 4K camera with accessories and software features inspired by classic film photography.

At the center of the bundle is the Retro Viewfinder. It transforms the tiny camera into a handheld shooter with a waist-level framing experience reminiscent of vintage film cameras. Instead of relying on a screen, users can compose shots through the optical finder for a more deliberate shooting style. The viewfinder also includes a built-in selfie mirror.

The bundle also includes a Battery Pack that extends recording time to up to 76 minutes while supporting charging during recording. An NFC Custom Skin allows quick access to the Insta360 app by tapping a smartphone against it.

Other accessories include a wearable strap and the Magnet Pendant for hands-free POV capture.

To match the retro-inspired hardware, Insta360 is also adding exclusive film-style filters including Negative Film, Positive Film, and Sticker Filter. Five additional built-in color profiles are also included: NC, CC, GR-F, Mono, and Vintage Vacation.

Despite the nostalgic styling, the GO 3S keeps its modern action camera features. The 39g camera can shoot 4K video with FlowState Stabilization, supports QuickCapture, and is waterproof up to 10 meters.

Price and availability

The Insta360 GO 3S Retro Bundle Edition is now available in Canvas White and Classic Red color options. Pricing starts at US$249.99 for the 64GB version and US$269.99 for the 128GB model.

@gadgetmatchWarm vibes, slow jams, Insta360 GO 3S Retro Bundle Edition time. #insta360 #retro #tinycamera

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Accessories

Insta360 Flow 2 update improves Android support, adds new iOS features

Better Android lens support

Published

April 23, 2026

GadgetMatch

Insta360 Flow 2 update improves Android support, adds new iOS features
Excerpt: Better Android lens support

Insta360 has released a major spring update for its Flow 2 series handheld gimbals, bringing wider Android compatibility and new features for iPhone users.

The update focuses on improving how the Flow 2 and Flow 2 Pro work across different devices. It expands support for flagship Android phones while adding new shooting tools for iOS, making hands-free, stabilized video easier to capture without extra gear.

Android finally gets full lens access

One of the biggest changes is native multi-lens support on Android. When paired with the Insta360 app, the Flow 2 series can now access ultra-wide and telephoto lenses on supported devices from Samsung, Google Pixel, vivo, OPPO, and more.

This means users can shoot at full resolution using their phone’s native cameras, whether capturing wide landscapes or zoomed-in details. The update brings Android performance closer to what iPhone users have been getting, especially in more dynamic shooting scenarios like concerts, sports, and vlogging.

The improved lens access also works with features like Widescreen Mode, helping users create smoother, more cinematic footage with better framing flexibility.

Faster 360 panoramas for quick sharing

The Flow 2 series continues to stand out with its ability to capture full 360-degree panoramas. With the new 360 Panorama 2.0, stitching is now 50% faster, producing results in about 20 seconds.

Users can capture everything in one go, then choose their preferred framing afterward. The feature also supports interactive sharing via links, letting viewers pan and explore the image on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

Creative templates such as Tiny Planet are also available for quick edits, making it easier to turn panoramic shots into shareable content.

Dual View adds more angles in one take

Dual View Mode introduces multi-angle recording without the need for additional cameras. It allows simultaneous recording using the front and rear cameras, or even dual rear lenses, producing three clips in a single take.

This is useful for creators who want to capture reactions alongside the main shot or experiment with different focal lengths at once. Combined with AI tracking, the feature keeps subjects centered while adding more variety to footage.

Apple Watch control for hands-free shooting

For iPhone users, the update adds Apple Watch control, turning the watch into a remote for the gimbal.

Users can start or stop recording, adjust settings, switch modes, and even control zoom using the Digital Crown. This allows for better control during solo shoots, especially when the phone is mounted on the gimbal at a distance.

Smarter tracking and remote control tools

The update also improves several AI-powered features across the Flow 2 series.

AI Tracker now works across more Android apps, enabling subject tracking during video calls, livestreams, or hands-free recording. Multi-person tracking keeps groups in frame, while Active Zoom Tracking allows up to 15x zoom while maintaining focus on moving subjects.

There’s also a new smartphone remote control feature, which lets users operate the gimbal using a second phone. This adds flexibility for more complex shooting setups without interrupting the shot.