Canon ignites high street excitement with fifth annual Camera Store Week

Camera Store Week stands as a testament to Canon’s commitment to the high street and the passionate photo specialists who bring expert advice and inspiration to customers every day. Over the past five years, it has grown into an emerging annual event, forming a vibrant network of retailers, professional photographers and photography lovers, hosting an impressive 29 online events, 72 in-store expert days and 30 hands-on workshops. These experiences have brought together thousands of photography enthusiasts, fostering learning and inspiration.

This year’s programme features over 15 interactive events across the UK and Ireland including:

• Visual Podcast workshop at CVP Studio in London
• Wildlife photowalk in Norwich led by Canon Ambassador Ellie Rothnie
• Birds of prey experience day hosted by Oliver Wright
• Aviation Photography with Clifton Cameras Cheltenham
• Music Photography workshop with Whelan Cameras and Cat Gundry-Beck

Alan Harborne, Head of Retail Sales at Canon UK & Ireland comments: “Camera Store Week is more than just a campaign – it’s a celebration of the people and places that keep photography alive. We’re especially grateful for the continued support of our authorised partners in the specialist photo and video channel, whose dedication and expertise play a vital role in making this initiative a success.”

In addition to the exciting line-up of events, customers can take advantage of exclusive offers on selected EOS R cameras and RF lenses, as well as great-value gear from leading accessory brands designed to elevate any photography setup. Canon is proud to collaborate with trusted partners like Sandisk, Rode, Manfrotto and Lowepro to support creators with the tools they need to bring their stories to life. As SanDisk’s Alex O’Connor, Regional Sales Director shared: “We’re excited to partner with Canon for Camera Store Week 2025. Sandisk has a strong heritage in supporting photography and the event is a great opportunity to showcase our products, such as the SANDISK Extreme Pro SD UHS-II cards and SANDISK Extreme Pro CFexpress Type B card, and to continue to connect with passionate photographers.” Together, these partnerships reflect a shared commitment to empowering photographers at every level.

For full Camera Store Week event details, visit: https://www.canon.co.uk/events/camera-storeweek