Here is some additional information on the new Canon concept camera displayed at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan- I seriously doubt this concept will ever see the light of day, it’s just a marketing move to show relevancy (Canon likes to do this at trade shows):
Canon showcased a new retro concept camera at the 2026 CP+ show – it features a retro optical viewfinder and a shutter button on the right side of the camera. The current demo model has a 6MP sensor (not the final version). Two different variations were on display: Additional pictures:
Phototrend published their interview with Canon executives at the 2025 CP+ show. One of the questions was about a potential retro/vintage Canon camera. Next year (2026), the iconic Canon AE-1 will celebrate its 50th anniversary, and there is a very good chance we may see a new digital version. Rumors about a new retro-designed Canon […]
Here are the latest Canon rumors and predictions for 2025:
The latest Canon rumors:
According to a post on the Chinese social media platform Weibo, Canon has recently conducted market research through multiple channels about the potential interest in releasing a retro-designed digital camera (I assume mirrorless). I am not surprised, since it seems that Canon is the only company that has not introduced a “retro” model yet.
