The Canon EOS R6 V and RF 20-50mm f/4L IS USM PZ are Coming May 13

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Yes, I agree. I actually prefer the file I get out of my R6ii to those I get from my R5. The resolution choice of 24mp was to buff 4K video (yawn) and the bump to 33mp in the mkiii was to assist 8K video (double yawn). So none of these choices were made for photographers needs in mind. It was all about the hybrid / video sales. If the R8II is truly an enthusiasts photographer’s camera, then let’s hope Canon truly hit that specific target.
That said the R8 is still a remarkably capable camera.

You cannot get 8k 16:9 video out of a 33mp 3:2 sensor. While 8k video is 7680x4320 (33.2mp), a 3:2 sensor must be at least 7680x5120 (39.3mp) to manage this. This is why we see so many ~45mp cameras from Canon, Nikon, and Sony.

The R6III going to 33mp was pretty clearly in response to the A7IV having gone to 33mp. It's not a move that is particularly useful for video but does give photographers a bit of a boost in resolution.