Canon and Ricoh Are Not Rushing to Make New Vintage-Inspired Cameras

Photographers have repeatedly asked camera manufacturers to lean into their heritage and produce modern cameras with vintage design and charm. While some companies, like OM System and Nikon, have done so, both Canon and Ricoh Pentax don't seem interested in following suit if design is the only reason. [Read More]

Mar 12, 2025 - 15:41
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Canon and Ricoh Are Not Rushing to Make New Vintage-Inspired Cameras

Two vintage cameras are side by side. The left one is a Canon rangefinder with a sleek metal body and black texture. The right one is a Pentax K1000 SLR with a similar design. Both have prominent lenses and classic styling.

Photographers have repeatedly asked camera manufacturers to lean into their heritage and produce modern cameras with vintage design and charm. While some companies, like OM System and Nikon, have done so, both Canon and Ricoh Pentax don't seem interested in following suit if design is the only reason.

[Read More]