Canon Cameras

This is SLR Lounge’s complete library of Canon camera and lens reviews, buying guides, and gear news, covering Canon’s RF mirrorless system, EF DSLRs, and the full range of Canon lenses from affordable primes to L-series flagships.

The majority of our Canon coverage is written by Matthew Saville, a working wedding, portrait, and landscape photographer who has shot with Canon systems for over a decade. Matthew’s reviews are built around real shooting scenarios — weddings, landscapes, travel, and commercial work — not controlled lab conditions. His perspective is practical: what does this camera or lens actually do in the field, and is it worth the money?

You’ll find in-depth reviews of Canon’s RF mirrorless cameras and lenses, comparisons between Canon and competing systems, buying guides for photographers at every experience level, and news on Canon announcements as they happen. Whether you’re deciding between Canon’s entry-level RF bodies or evaluating the EOS R5 for professional work, this is where that coverage lives.

New to Canon’s mirrorless system? Our Best Canon Prime Lenses guide is a strong starting point, or jump to the Canon EOS R5 review if you’re evaluating Canon’s current flagship.


Start Here: Recommended Canon Reviews

Canon EOS R5 Review

Canon’s current full-frame mirrorless flagship. The essential read if you’re deciding whether the R5 is right for your work.

Best Canon Prime Lenses

A practical buying guide covering the Canon prime lenses worth prioritizing at every budget and experience level.

Canon EOS R8 Review

Canon’s most affordable full-frame mirrorless body. The right starting point if you’re entering the RF system on a budget.


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Samyang & Rokinon Release a 14mm f/2.8 Autofocus Lens for Canon RF Mount!

Matthew Saville

Samyang has officially announced and released it's AF 14mm f/2.8 for Canon RF mount, available for pre-order now and expected to start shipping in early November!

Canon Confirms “Pro” EOS R Body with IBIS in the Works

Jason Henington

In an interview with Digital Camera World, a Canon representative has confirmed that they are "considering" a high-end EOS R. “If we do, it will have dual card slots, it will be that sort of level, and under development is in-body image stabilization. So we are looking at this technology, it is in development with us," said the representative.

Canon Announces Development on 1DX MKIII SLR-Lounge

Canon Officially Announces Development of the 1DX MK III and Launches Several New Lenses, Accessories, & Bundles!

David Crewe

Canon has officially announced the development of the EOS 1D X Mark III, a flagship DSLR that has more power, more speed, and more durability than its predecessor. Also announced are the pricing and bundle information for several new lenses, cameras, and accessories!

Canon Officially Announces the EOS M200 Mirrorless Camera

Canon Announces The EOS M200. An Upgraded Entry Level Mirrorless Camera with Eye AF and 4k Recording

David Crewe

Canon officially announced the updated EOS M200, an entry level 4k Mirrorless camera with 4k recording and Eye Detection AF

The First Three Zoom Lenses Pros Should Buy For Canon DSLR

Jason Henington

When you’re starting your professional career as a photographer and first starting to make some money, it can be hard ...

Canon Files For Multiple Patents

Canon Filed Patents For A Bunch of EOS R Prime Lenses

David Crewe

There's been a lot of rumors and new patent filings on the Canon front this week, so we wrapped them all up into one post for you.

Canon EOS "RS" Rumor

Canon EOS “RS” Rumor – Is Canon Targeting Sony with An 80MP System with Dual SD Card Slots?

Jason Henington

For a while now the rumor wire has been hearing whispers of a high mega-pixel full frame mirrorless camera from Canon. Now we have more details thanks to the always reliable Canon Rumors.

Canon Officially Announces The EOS C500 Mark II Camera with 5.9K/60p Cinema RAW Light Recording

David Crewe

Cinema Shooters Rejoice! Canon has officially launched the specs, release date, and pricing for the new EOS C500 Mark II Cinema Camera!

Canon Fires Back In The “Spec Wars” With A Rumored 80MP EOS R Camera

David Crewe

Rumor has it, Canon is going to be jumping back into the "Spec War" with a new 80mp Mirrorless system!

Fascinating Video Shows You Inside Canon’s EF Lens Technology

Hanssie

This 12 minute video made by Canon takes you inside of Canon EF lens technology, how the lenses were created and takes you through various lenses, optics, and coatings.

DIY Tilt-Shift Lens Made With a Broken Canon 50mm f1.8 and Some Duct Tape

Hanssie

Sawing a broken 50mm 1.8 in half and using duct tape, photographer Witono Halim made a tilt shift lens for about $27.