Canon

Explore 34 Canon vintage camera models — specs, production history, reviews, and market values in the VTA archive.

Cameras

• 110ED — Canon 110ED (1975) — metal-bodied 110 film rangefinder with 26mm f/2 lens. A premium pocket camera that defied its format's limits.
• 7 (1961-1968) — The Canon 7, introduced in 1961, represents the pinnacle of Canon’s 35mm rangefinder development and stands as the final model in the company’s line…
• 7sZ — A late-1960s rangefinder camera with improved viewfinder optics, part of Canon’s final generation of screwmount rangefinders.
• A-1 (1978-1985) — The Canon A-1 is a landmark 35mm film single-lens reflex (SLR) camera introduced in 1978, renowned as the world’s first SLR to offer all four exposure.
• A35 Datelux — A compact camera introduced by Canon in October 1977, notable for integrating a built-in flash. Covers when it was made.
• A35F — A fully automatic 35mm rangefinder camera with a fixed 40mm f2.8 lens and built-in flash. With full specifications and production years.
• AE-1 (1976-1984) — It became one of the most popular 35mm SLRs ever produced, renowned for its blend of electronic precision. Full specifications and review.
• AE-1 Program (1981-1984) — Canon AE-1 Program (1981–1984): the first Canon SLR with Program AE, FD mount, 1/1000s shutter, ~590g. The film-era workhorse that filled photography schools.
• AE-11 — An SLR film camera sold as a bundled set including a Canon AE-1 body and a 50mm f/1.4 lens. Find detailed specs and production dates here.
• AL-1 (1982-1985) — The Canon AL-1, introduced in 1982, was a pivotal 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR) camera in Canon’s FD-mount lineup, notable for being the first Canon
• AT-1 (1977-1982) — The Canon AT-1 is a fully manual 35mm film single-lens reflex (SLR) camera introduced in 1977 as a simplified, cost-effective variant of the popular Canon.
• AV-1 (1979-1983) — The Canon AV-1 is a 35mm film single-lens reflex (SLR) camera introduced in 1979 as an entry-level aperture-priority automatic exposure model.
• Canodate E — Canon Canodate E (1970) — a compact 35mm rangefinder with date-imprinting function and 40mm f/2.8 lens. Early adopter of automation, now a niche collectible.
• CANODATE E N — Canon Canodate E-N (1973) — 35mm compact with date imprinting, red E badge, PX640 battery. A subtle update in Canon's rangefinder evolution.
• Canomatic M70 — A compact camera using 126 film, introduced by Canon in 1970 with programmed autoexposure and a delta rangefinder. Covers the complete spec table.
• Canonet 28 (1968-1972) — Canon Canonet 28 (1968–1972): the simplified Canonet with a fixed 40mm f/2.8 lens and programmed autoexposure — no rangefinder, no manual mode, quietly ahead of its time.
• Canonet Junior — A simplified, auto-exposure rangefinder camera introduced as the more accessible sibling to the original Canonet. Covers full specifications.
• Canonet QL 17 — A compact 35mm rangefinder camera with a fast 45mm f1.7 lens and quick-load film system. This page has full specifications and production years.
• Canonet QL 17 / QL 19 / QL 25 — Canon Canonet QL 17 / QL 19 / QL 25 — 35mm rangefinders from 1965, f/1.7 to f/2.5 lenses, Copal SV shutter, 620g. Fast-loading QL system.
• Canonet QL 17 GIII — A high-end compact rangefinder with autoexposure, built for precision and ease of use in a dense, compact body. This page has the complete spec table.
• CANONET QL 17 L NEW — A compact 35mm rangefinder camera with shutter-priority exposure automation and manual override. With full specifications and production years.
• Canonet QL 19 — A fixed-lens rangefinder film camera made by Canon around 1965, known for its coupled metering and precision focus adjustments.
• Canonet QL25 (1965-1972) — 5 lens and programmed autoexposure, the QL25 was designed to offer professional-grade optics and build quality in a s. Full specifications and review.
• Canonflex (1959) — A 35mm single-lens reflex camera introduced by Canon in 1959. With full specifications and production years. With full specifications and production years.
• Canonflex R2000 — A 35mm SLR camera with the fastest shutter speed of any model in its class at the time of release. This page has when it was made.
• Demi Rapid — A half-frame rangefinder camera made for the short-lived Agfa Rapid film system, released in June 1965. Find the complete spec table here.
• EF (1973-1978) — The Canon EF, introduced in 1973, was Canon’s first electronically controlled, shutter-priority automatic exposure (AE) 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR)
• EF-M — Canon EF-M 22mm f/2 STM (2012) — 105g pancake lens with f/2 aperture and STM autofocus. Compact performer for the discontinued EOS M system.
• Elph 370Z — Canon ELPH 370Z — 1998 APS film camera with 38–105mm zoom, 1.8-inch LCD, and Motion JPEG video. Pocketable hybrid oddity.
• EOS — Canon EOS (1987–2023) — the fully electronic camera system that abandoned FD-mount to pioneer motor-in-lens autofocus. Find full specifications here.
• EOS 1000D — A digital SLR camera from Canon with a 10.1-megapixel sensor and Live View function. Find detailed specs and production dates here.
• EOS 1000F — Canon EOS 1000F (1990) — budget 35mm autofocus SLR with EF mount, plastic body, and sub-$35 resale value. A gateway film camera for beginners.
• EOS 1000FN — Canon EOS 1000FN (1992) — 35mm AF SLR with silent autofocus, built-in flash, and full manual controls. Lightweight plastic body, beginner-friendly design.
• EOS 100D — A digital SLR camera produced by Canon, also known as the EOS Rebel SL1. With the complete spec table and when it was made.
• EOS 10D — A mid-range digital SLR with strong image quality and extensive controls, released during Canon’s early DSLR transition.
• EOS 1D MARK II N — A professional DSLR introduced in 2005, succeeded by the 1D Mark III in February 2007. Covers recent sold prices and the complete spec table.
• EOS 1D MARK III — A professional digital SLR camera introduced in May 2007, built around a 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor and high-speed burst shooting.
• EOS 1D MARK IV — A professional digital SLR with a 16.1-megapixel APS-H CMOS sensor, introduced in 2009 as Canon’s flagship speed-focused DSLR.
• EOS 1D X — A professional full-frame DSLR built for speed, durability, and precise autofocus tracking in demanding conditions. With full specifications.
• EOS 1D X MARK III — Canon EOS-1D X Mark III (2020) — 20.1MP DSLR flagship with 20 fps, CFexpress, and deep learning AF. Final pro DSLR from Canon.
• EOS 1DS MARK (2007–2012) — Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III (2007–2012), 21.1MP full-frame pro DSLR, $7,999 at launch. The last dedicated high-res 1Ds, no video.
• EOS 1DS MARK II — A second-generation full-frame professional DSLR with dual DIGIC II processors and 16.7-megapixel resolution. With detailed specs and production dates.
• EOS 1DS MARK III — Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III (2007–2012) — 21.1MP full-frame DSLR with 5 fps, 300k-shutter rating, and dual card slots. A pro workhorse built to last.
• EOS 1N (1994-2000) — The Canon EOS 1N is a professional-grade 35mm film SLR camera introduced in 1994 as the flagship model of Canon’s EOS line, succeeding the original EOS-1.
• EOS 20D — A digital single-lens reflex camera with an 8.2-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, made by Canon. Includes detailed specs and period documentation.
• EOS 3 (1998) — Canon EOS 3 (1998–2007) — 45-point Area AF film SLR with Eye Control, magnesium body, 1/8000 sec shutter. Cult classic, $400–$700.
• EOS 300 — A 35mm SLR film camera produced by Canon in 1999, also sold as the EOS Rebel 2000 and EOS Kiss III. With the complete spec table and when it was made.
• EOS 300D — Canon EOS 300D (2003) — first sub-$1000 DSLR, 6.3MP, APS-C. A game-changer that brought digital SLRs to the masses. Includes full specifications.
• EOS 300X — A 35mm single lens reflex camera released in 2004, also sold as the EOS Rebel T2 and EOS Kiss 7 in different markets. Covers detailed specs.
• EOS 30D — A digital SLR camera announced by Canon in 2006, featuring a 3504 x 2336 pixel sensor and ISO range from 100 to 3200. Find full specifications here.
• EOS 5 (1992-1998) — Canon EOS 5 (1992–1998) — the first mainstream eye-controlled-focus 35mm SLR, with 1/8000 sec shutter and 5-point AF.
• EOS 5000 — Canon EOS 5000 (1993) — 340g, 35mm autofocus SLR, EF mount, ISO 25–5000. Entry-level film camera with simple, reliable design.
• EOS 500N — A lightweight 35mm SLR film camera sold under multiple regional names, including Canon EOS Rebel G and EOS 500N. Covers full specifications.
• EOS 50E — Canon EOS 50E film SLR from 1995 features eye-controlled focusing, 2.5 fps shooting, and built-in flash—compact, smart, but watch for LCD and latch issues.
• EOS 5D — Canon EOS 5D (2005) — 12.8MP full-frame DSLR, body weighs 810g. A landmark camera for enthusiasts. Covers the complete spec table and when it was made.
• EOS 5D Mark — Canon EOS 5D Mark III (2012) — 22.3MP full-frame DSLR with 61-point AF, 6 FPS, and legendary high-ISO performance. A workhorse for pros.
• EOS 5D Mark III — A full-frame digital SLR camera body offering improved handling and high-ISO performance over its predecessor. With what it sells for today.
• EOS 5D Mark IV — A full-frame DSLR for professionals seeking advanced features between the EOS 6D and EOS-1D X Mark II. Includes full specifications and production years.
• EOS 5Ds — Canon EOS 5Ds (2015) — 50.6MP full-frame DSLR with dual DIGIC 6 processors, magnesium alloy body, and 5fps shooting. A high-res niche tool for pros.
• EOS 60Da — Canon EOS 60Da astrophotography DSLR with enhanced hydrogen-alpha sensitivity, 18MP CMOS sensor, and 12800 ISO — built for deep-sky imaging.
• EOS 630 — A 35mm AF-SLR camera with built-in motor drive and DX-coded ISO support, sold as part of Canon’s fifth EOS model. This page has full specifications.
• EOS 650 (1987-1989) — The first camera in Canon’s EOS line, marking the company’s full-electronic AF SLR debut with the new EF lens mount. With detailed specs and production dates.
• EOS 650D — Canon EOS 650D (2012) — the first touch-screen DSLR, 18MP APS-C sensor, hybrid AF. Mixed reliability, sells used for $198-207.
• EOS 6D — Canon EOS 6D (2012) — the smallest, lightest full-frame DSLR ever made, with 20.2MP, built-in Wi-Fi/GPS, and pro-level image quality in a compact body.
• EOS 760D — Canon EOS 760D (2015) DSLR with 24.2MP, metal body, 19-point AF — a mid-tier workhorse that bridged entry and pro levels.
• EOS 77D — A mid-range DSLR with enthusiast controls, a vari-angle touchscreen, and Dual Pixel CMOS AF, also sold as the EOS 9000D in Japan.
• EOS 7D — A high-performance APS-C DSLR with advanced controls and HD video, built for speed and precision. With the complete spec table and when it was made.
• EOS 7D Mark II — Canon EOS 7D Mark II (2014) — 20.2MP APS-C DSLR with 10fps shooting & 65-point AF. Built for speed, still used by sports and wildlife shooters.
• EOS 90D — A high-resolution APS-C DSLR designed for versatile stills and video capture. Covers the complete spec table and when it was made.
• EOS DCS 1 — Canon EOS DCS 1 (1995) — 6MP DSLR developed with Kodak, $35K launch price, 1,800g body. A rare bridge from film to digital.
• EOS DCS 5 — A 1.5-megapixel digital SLR camera developed by Kodak using the Canon 1n film body. With full specifications and production years.
• EOS Elan IIE — Canon EOS Elan IIE (1995–2000) — 590g film SLR with eye-controlled focus and dual dials. A prosumer 35mm workhorse still capable of excellent results.
• EOS IX — An APS film SLR camera from Canon with interchangeable EF lenses and advanced autofocus modes. Covers detailed specs and production dates.
• EOS M — Canon EOS M (2012): 18MP APS-C mirrorless camera, first in Canon's EF-M line. Compact body, short battery life, mixed reliability.
• EOS M100 — An entry-level mirrorless camera with a 24MP sensor and fully articulating touchscreen, released in October 2017. Covers the complete spec table.
• EOS M2 — A discontinued mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera with an APS-C sensor and 18-megapixel resolution. This page has detailed specs and production dates.
• EOS M3 — A mirrorless camera with 24MP APS-C sensor and touch flip LCD, made in Japan. Includes detailed specs and production dates.
• EOS M5 — A compact mirrorless camera with DSLR-level image quality and a robust set of physical controls. Covers the complete spec table and when it was made.
• EOS R — Canon EOS R (2018) full-frame mirrorless camera, 30 MP, 8 FPS, 652g — Canon's mirrorless debut with EF lens compatibility.
• EOS R system — Canon EOS R system (2018): 30.3MP full-frame mirrorless with RF mount. First of Canon's mirrorless line, now collectible around $900.
• EOS R10 — Canon EOS R10 mirrorless camera (2022) — 24.2 MP, 4K 60, 23 FPS burst. Compact APS-C speed with real-world reliability concerns.
• EOS R100 — A lightweight, entry-level mirrorless camera designed for first-time creators, released in July 2023. Covers full specifications and production years.
• EOS R3 — Canon EOS R3 (2021) — 24.1MP pro mirrorless with eye control AF, 30fps, and stacked sensor. A modern heir to the EOS-3. Includes detailed specs.
• EOS R5 — A full-frame mirrorless camera that was the first in its class to offer 8K video recording. Covers full specifications and production years.
• EOS R5 II — Canon EOS R5 II (2024) — 45MP full-frame mirrorless with 8K/60 video, IBIS, and in-camera focus stacking. Flagship hybrid for pros.
• EOS R5 Mark II — Canon EOS R5 Mark II full-frame mirrorless camera, announced 2024, 45MP stacked sensor, 8K 60P RAW, $4,299 launch price — hybrid powerhouse for demanding creators.
• EOS R50 — An entry-level APS-C mirrorless camera built for content creators with a focus on intuitive video and livestreaming features
• EOS R50 V — Canon EOS R50 V (2025) — 24MP APS-C mirrorless camera with 4K60 video, red tally light, and vlog-first design. No viewfinder, no second slot, all video.
• EOS R6 — Canon EOS R6 full-frame mirrorless camera, 20.1MP, 12/20 FPS shooting, announced 2020 — a balanced hybrid for enthusiasts
• EOS R6 Mark — Canon EOS R6 Mark II (2022) mirrorless camera with 24.2MP full-frame sensor, 40fps shooting, and oversampled 4K/60P video — a refined hybrid workhorse.
• EOS R6 Mark II — A full-frame mirrorless camera with 24.2 megapixels, 40 FPS burst shooting, and 6K video capability. With the complete spec table and when it was made.
• EOS R6 Mark III — A mirrorless digital camera body offering 32.5 MP resolution and 40 FPS continuous shooting, designed as an update to the 2022 R6 Mark II.
• EOS R7 — Canon EOS R7 (2022) mirrorless camera: 32.5MP APS-C, 30fps shooting, IBIS. A high-speed hybrid with unresolved ergonomics and early-unit advisories.
• EOS R8 — Canon EOS R8 (2023) — at 461g, the world's lightest full-frame mirrorless camera, shoots 40 FPS with 1053-point AF. Find detailed specs here.
• EOS Ra — Canon EOS Ra (2019) — 30.3MP astrophotography mirrorless with 4x H-alpha sensitivity. Rare, discontinued, and sought after.
• EOS RA A — A full-frame mirrorless camera optimized for astrophotography, announced in late 2019 as a specialized variant of the EOS R.
• EOS Rebel — Canon EOS Rebel series including T100, T7, SL3 — lightweight DSLRs with APS-C sensors, from the world's least expensive to 4K-capable models.
• EOS RP — A full-frame mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera positioned as Canon's most affordable entry into the full-frame mirrorless market.
• EOS-1 (1989–1994) — Canon EOS-1 (1989–1994), Canon's first EOS flagship 35mm SLR. 890g, 1/8000s shutter, EV -1 autofocus, 3 fps (5.5 fps HS). Current market: $176–$200.
• EOS-1D (2001) — Canon EOS-1D (2001): 4.48MP APS-H CCD, 8 fps burst, 45-point AF, magnesium body. Canon's first in-house pro DSLR and the start of a dynasty.
• EOS-1D Mark — Canon EOS-1D Mark – professional DSLR series starting with the 8.2MP Mark II, APS-H sensor, rugged build, key in digital transition
• EOS-1D X Mark II — Canon EOS-1D X Mark II — 20.2MP pro DSLR with 14 fps, 4K video, Dual Pixel AF. Built for speed, still sought after despite CFast quirks.
• EOS-1D_C — A full-frame digital SLR camera built for high-resolution video production, capable of 4K recording and designed for professional cinema use.
• EOS-1Ds — Canon EOS-1Ds — Canon's first full-frame DSLR, 11MP CMOS, 45-point AF. Production years and many specs remain undocumented.
• EOS-1V — Canon EOS-1V (2000–2018) — Canon's final pro 35mm film SLR, 45-point AF, 10 fps with grip, $600–900 used. Built like a tank.
• F-1 (1971-1981) — The Canon F-1 is Canon’s first professional-grade 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR) camera, introduced in 1971 as a direct competitor to the Nikon F.
• F-A — A specialized camera for ophthalmic fundus imaging, derived from the Canon AE-1 and designed to mount on Canon angiographs.
• FP (1964-1969) — Designed for cost-conscious photographers and enthusiasts seeking a reliable. Full specifications and review.
• FT — Canon FT (1966-1970) — an early FD-mount 35mm SLR with TTL spot metering via CdS cell, fully mechanical shutter, and a well-regarded, affordable classic.
• FT QL (1966-1972) — Designed as a bridge between amateur and professional photographers. Full specifications and review.
• FTb (1971-1973) — The Canon FTb is a 35mm film single-lens reflex (SLR) camera introduced in 1971 as a mechanical, professional-grade update to the earlier Canon FT.
• FTb QL — Canon FTb QL (1971) — 35mm SLR with FD mount, 1/1000s shutter, and vertical needle meter. A durable, no-nonsense film camera built for enthusiasts.
• FTb-N (1973-1976) — Meet the Canon FTb-N: a no-nonsense, all-metal workhorse from the golden age of 35mm SLRs. Find the complete spec table and the original manual here.
• FX (1964-1969) — The Canon FX was launched at a pivotal moment in photographic history. Full specifications and review.
• G III 17 — Canon G III 17 — compact 35mm rangefinder praised for fast lens and manual control; valued in collector circles, often compared to Olympus RD.
• IIS — A 35mm rangefinder camera with a back-loading design, produced by Canon for a short period in the mid-1950s. With detailed specs and production dates.
• L 1 — Canon L1 (1959) — the first Canon rangefinder with rapid advance lever and automatic aperture lens. L-mount, fully mechanical, 1/1000 top shutter speed.
• L-2 — A 35mm rangefinder camera introduced by Canon in March 1957 as a lever-wind variant of the Canon V and VT models. Includes detailed specs.
• New F-1 (1981-1992) — The Canon New F-1 is a professional-grade 35mm film SLR camera introduced in 1981 as a complete redesign of the original Canon F-1. Engineered for
• P (1959-1961) — It marked Canon’s strategic shift toward professional-grade compact cameras while maintaining mechanical precision. Full specifications and review.
• Pellix (1965-1969) — Designed as a technologically advanced alternative to conventional SLRs. Full specifications and review.
• Pellix QL — Canon Pellix QL (1966) — 35mm SLR with fixed pellicle mirror, TTL spot metering, and QL film loading. A groundbreaking but rare collectible.
• PowerShot 30T — Canon PowerShot 30T (1996) — a rare PCMCIA digital camera with 640x480 resolution and f/2.8 lens, designed for notebook use.
• PowerShot A2100 — A compact point-and-shoot digital camera with 12.1MP resolution, 6x optical zoom, and optical image stabilization. With full specifications.
• PowerShot A2300 — Canon PowerShot A2300 (2012) — 16MP compact digital camera with 5x zoom and 2.7-inch screen. A no-frills snapshot tool from the final wave of budget point-and-shoots.
• PowerShot A2600 IS — A 16-megapixel ultra-compact digital camera with 5x optical zoom and HD 720p video recording. With full specifications and production years.
• PowerShot A3000 IS — Canon PowerShot A3000 IS: 10MP compact digicam with optical stabilization, known for budget value and common lens errors.
• PowerShot A40 — Canon PowerShot A40 (2002–2003) — a 2MP compact with 3x zoom and AA batteries. Early digital charm, CF card storage, and stubborn flash quirks.
• PowerShot A480 — A camera made by Canon, part of the PowerShot series. Includes detailed specs and production dates. Includes detailed specs and production dates.
• PowerShot A5 — Canon PowerShot A5 (1998) — 0.81MP compact digital camera, CF storage, 2 AA batteries. A $89 gateway to digital photography.
• PowerShot A510 — A 3.2MP digital camera using 4x optical zoom and SD storage, released as Canon’s entry-level model in 2005. With full specifications and production years.
• PowerShot A530 — A compact digital camera with 5.0 megapixels and 4x optical zoom, designed for everyday snapshot photography. Covers the complete spec table.
• PowerShot A560 — A 7.1-megapixel digital point-and-shoot camera from Canon’s A-series, released in 2007. Covers detailed specs and production dates.
• PowerShot D30 — A rugged, waterproof digital camera built for underwater use up to 25 meters, announced in 2014 with 12MP resolution and full HD video.
• PowerShot G7X Mark II — Canon PowerShot G7X Mark II digital camera (2016) — 20.1MP, 1.0-inch sensor, 24-100mm f/1.8–2.8 lens, 319g. A premium compact built for enthusiasts.
• PowerShot Pro70 — A digital camera announced by Canon in 1997 and released in 1998, featuring a 1.6-megapixel sensor and a fast 3x zoom lens.
• PowerShot S10 — A 2.1-megapixel digital compact camera released by Canon in October 1999. Includes the complete spec table and when it was made.
• PowerShot S20 — Canon PowerShot S20 (2000) — 3.34MP digital compact with 2x optical zoom, 1/1.8-inch CCD, and real-image viewfinder. This page has full specifications.
• PowerShot S90 — Canon PowerShot S90 (2009) — 10MP compact with 28–105mm f/2–4.9 lens. Enthusiast favorite, lens issues common. Find full specifications here.
• PowerShot SX120 IS — A 10.0-megapixel compact digital camera with 10x optical zoom, made by Canon and confirmed in official support documentation.
• PowerShot SX160 IS — Canon PowerShot SX160 IS digital compact camera, 16x zoom, 16MP CCD, released 2012 — a practical superzoom for travelers and beginners.
• PowerShot SX40 HS — Canon PowerShot SX40 HS (2011) — 35x zoom, 24-840mm equivalent, 12MP BSI-CMOS. A heavy but capable bridge camera built for reach.
• PowerShot SX400 IS — Canon PowerShot SX400 IS (2014) — 16MP compact superzoom with 30x optical zoom (24–1008mm), DIGIC 4+, 3-inch LCD. A no-frills bridge camera for reach.
• PowerShot SX530 HS — Canon PowerShot SX530 HS: 50x zoom, 16MP, 1200mm reach. Released Jan 2015. Wi-Fi, manual modes. A bridge camera built for distance.
• PowerShot V10 — Canon PowerShot V10 vlog camera (2023) with 1.0-type sensor, 4K video, and vertical-first design. Compact tool for creators.
• Powershot Zoom — A pocket-sized super zoom monocular camera with 400mm-equivalent optical zoom and electronic viewfinder. Includes full specifications and production years.
• RC 260 — A Hi-band still video camera introduced as part of Canon's ION series, marketed under different names regionally. With production years.
• RC 470 — A non-SLR still video camera developed by Canon and marketed in 1989 as part of a professional imaging kit. Covers detailed specs and production dates.
• RC 570 — Canon RC 570 (1992) still-video camera with 0.4MP sensor and 3x zoom—launched at $3,400, now a $140 relic of pre-digital imaging.
• RC-250 — A still video camera from Canon that recorded analog images to video floppy disks. With detailed specs and production dates.
• RC-251 — Canon RC-251 (1988) still video camera with 640x480 resolution, 2.8/11mm lens (60mm equiv), and 2-inch floppy storage — a PAL-era digital pioneer.
• RC-360 — A 1992 analog video still camera with 0.26 MP resolution, marketed at $1,600–$1,800. This page has detailed specs and production dates.
• RC-701 — Canon RC-701 (1986) — the first commercial still video SLR, 2/3” CCD, 10 fps shutter, analog storage. A landmark in electronic imaging.
• Snappy — Canon Snappy S (1985) — a compact 35mm point-and-shoot with fixed-focus, motorized film advance, and built-in flash. Simple, pocketable, and now collectible.
• Speedlite 420EX — Canon Speedlite 420EX flash for EOS film and digital SLRs — guide number 42m, E-TTL, slave mode. Still functional but watch for startup issues.
• T50 (1983-1989) — The Canon T50 is a compact, entry-level 35mm film SLR camera introduced in 1983 as the inaugural model of Canon’s new T-series. Designed for amateur
• T60 — Canon T60 (1990–1992): the final FD-mount SLR, built by Cosina. Lightweight 365g body, aperture-priority AE, and last of Canon's manual-focus line.
• T70 (1984-1989) — It marked a pivotal shift in Canon’s design philosophy, emphasizing electronic automation, user-friendly interface. Full specifications and review.
• T80 (1985-1988) — The Canon T80 is Canon’s first autofocus 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR) camera, introduced in 1985 as a transitional model during the shift from manual.
• T90 (1986-1991) — The Canon T90 is the final and most advanced manual focus 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR) camera produced by Canon before the company transitioned fully…
• TL (1968-1972) — Designed as a simplified, budget-conscious variant of the Canon FT QL. Full specifications and review.
• TLb (1974-1976) — Designed for amateur photographers seeking an affordable, reliable film camera. Full specifications and review.
• TX (1975-1979) — Essentially a rebadged and slightly updated version of the Canon TLb. Full specifications and review.
• VL2 — Canon VL2 (1958) — 35mm rangefinder with Leica screw mount, 1/500 top speed, and 8,450 units made. A rare economy variant of Canon's ambitious V-series.

Cine Cameras

• 1014 XL-S (1978) — The Canon 1014 XL-S (1978) was the first Super 8 camera with a CPU, a reflex viewfinder, and f/1.4 zoom lens. Full specs, collectibility.
• 312 XL S — A Super 8 movie camera with integrated Canosound capability, released in late 1977 for the 1978 model year. Covers full specifications and production years.
• 514 XL S — Canon 514 XL-S (1976) Super 8 camera with f/1.4 zoom lens and Canosound audio—first true sound model from Canon, weighing 1.5kg with batteries.
• AF 514 XL-S — Canon AF 514 XL-S (1980–1983): a 1600g Sound Super 8 camera with an f/1.4 zoom. The plastic drive wheel is a known weak point, and repairable.
• AF310XL S — Canon AF310XL-S (1982) Super 8 camera with f/1.0 lens—world's fastest at launch. Compact, auto-exposure, macro capable. Find detailed specs here.
• Auto Zoom 2018 Electronic — A silent Super 8 cartridge camera prototype with a 20x zoom lens, exhibited by Canon in 1970. This page has production dates.
• Auto Zoom 518 Super 8 — Canon Auto Zoom 518 Super 8 (1969–1970) — first Super 8 camera with a 15.6–78mm f/1.8 zoom lens. Sharp optics, manual aperture, 18/24/36fps.
• CINE 8 T — A double 8mm movie camera released by Canon in 1956, marking the company's entry into the motion picture camera market. Find detailed specs here.
• Cine Zoom 512 — Canon Cine Zoom 512 (1964) 8mm movie camera with f/1.2 zoom lens and SLR viewfinder—built like a tank for serious filmmakers.
• REFLEX ZOOM 8 2 — An 8mm movie camera using double-8 film, made in Japan, with a 10-40mm f/1.4 lens and 4x manual zoom. Includes detailed specs and production dates.
• Single 8 518 SV — Canon Single 8 518 SV (1971) — 1200g Super 8 cine camera with f/1.8 zoom, reflex viewfinder, and slow motion. A collector's favorite for its precision engineering.
• ZOOM DS 8 — A Super 8 movie camera with an 8x zoom lens, marketed in 1970 for amateur filmmakers. Covers full specifications and production years.

Unknown

• E-708 — Canon E-708 camera: an obscure model with almost no surviving documentation. It escaped mention in late-1980s High Fidelity.

Other Models

• 100mm — A high-performance macro lens with image stabilization, built for precision and versatility. Covers the complete spec table and when it was made.
• 135mm — Canon EF 135mm f/2.0L USM (1996–2022) — 750g telephoto prime with f/2.0 aperture, UD glass, and EF extender compatibility. A cult favorite for portraits.
• 1dx-mark-ii-video — The Canon EOS-1D X Mark II was announced on February 2, 2016, and went on sale that April at a body-only price of $5,999 — or $6,299 for the Premium Kit
• 24mm — Canon EF 24mm f/1.4L USM (1997–2008): A heavy, professional-grade 24mm f/1.4 prime with USM, floating optics, and SWC coating—praised for speed.
• 28mm — Canon EF 28mm f/2.8 IS USM (2012) — the first stabilized wide-angle prime, 260g, 58mm filter. Light, sharp, and ahead of its time.
• 300mm — Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L USM (1987–1999): 300mm f/2.8 super telephoto prime lens with USM, fluorite glass, 2855g. A pro sports legend.
• 35-70mm — Canon EF 35-70mm f/3.5-4.5 (1987) — 245g lightweight zoom with 0.39m focus. A forgotten workhorse of early autofocus film SLRs.
• 40D — Canon EOS 40D (2007) DSLR with 10.1 MP, 6.5 FPS, and 3-inch LCD—praised for its build, handling, and value. Still functional today for film-style shooters.
• 500mm — A professional telephoto lens for full-frame Canon EF mount cameras, featuring image stabilization and ultrasonic autofocus.
• 50mm — Canon EF 50mm f/1.0 L USM (1989–2000): the fastest autofocus 50mm ever made, weighing 1018g with f/1.0 aperture and Bi-Aspherical design.
• 55mm — Canon FD 55mm f/1.2 S.S.C. (1973) — a legendary f/1.2 prime with Super Spectra Coating, prized for its bokeh and build, but prone to fungus.
• 70-210mm — A lightweight, constant-aperture autofocus telephoto zoom lens from Canon’s early EF lineup. With the complete spec table and when it was made.
• A1 — Canon A-1 (1978-1983) — the first SLR fully controlled by a microcomputer. Flagship of Canon's A-series with Av, Tv, P, and manual modes.
• AF35J — A compact 35mm point-and-shoot camera with active infrared autofocus and built-in flash. Find the complete spec table and when it was made here.
• AF35M — A 35mm point & shoot film camera with active autofocus, known as the Sure Shot in North America and Autoboy in Japan. Covers detailed specs.
• AF35ML — A fully automatic 35mm point-and-shoot with a fast f/1.9 lens and active infrared autofocus. With the complete spec table and when it was made.
• BS-55 — Canon BS-55 lens hood for FD 50mm lenses — 55mm bayonet mount accessory to reduce flare and boost contrast. Still sought by film shooters.
• F-1n — A professional 35mm SLR, built tough as a final evolution of Canon’s manual-focus FD system. Find full specifications and production years here.
• F1 — The Canon F-1 was Canon's professional flagship when it launched in 1971, built explicitly to take on the Nikon F and F2.
• IV-SB2 — A 35mm rangefinder camera made by Canon between 1954 and 1956, featuring a cloth focal plane shutter and manual focus. Includes detailed specs.
• m5-mirrorless — A digital mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera with enthusiast-focused controls and DSLR-like image quality. Includes full specifications.
• ORIGINAL — A breech-lock bayonet lens mount introduced with Canon's first 35mm SLR camera. Includes detailed specs and production dates.
• Q8200 — A motor drive film camera using 35mm film, often sold with a built-in flash and later identified as a counterfeit product.
• Z135 — Canon Sure Shot Z135 (1996) — 35mm point-and-shoot with rare 38–135mm zoom, Ai autofocus, and program AE. A high-grade compact from the film era.