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To encourage Dad to up his photography game, start a new scrapbooking hobby, or to embrace the sunny spring weather and capture those extra-special moments with family, Canon Australia have pulled together their top photography and printing gift suggestions that are sure to bring joy to any Dad.  

   

  

For the Dad who wants the best of the best: EOS R5 

The EOS R5 is one of Canon’s most recently launched full-frame mirrorless cameras and its jam packed with all the features you’ll need to get a premium photography experience. Perfect for professionals, the EOS R5 is an unprecedented leap forward in mirrorless technology and offers the highest resolution EOS camera ever, capable of recording video in 8K. If you want the absolute best from a camera, then look no further than the EOS R5.  

Key specs:  

  • Four times the detail of 4K. The EOS R5 is the world’s first interchangeable lens digital camera with 8K movies  
  • Next level tracking with human and animal eye, face and head detection  
  • Up to 8-Stops Image Stabilizer with Coordinated Control IS  

 

Pricing: ASP $5,853 

Stockist: Available from all leading retailers   

Value-add: The EOS R5 is supported by Canon’s 5-year warranty. It is equipped with automatic image transfer functionality to automatically upload image and video files in their original quality directly to image.canon.  

More information: https://www.canon.com.au/cameras/eos-r5  

 

For the Dad who wants to capture it all: EOS R6  

This Father’s Day gift your favourite photography enthusiast the EOS R6. Ideal for those that don’t want to miss a thing; the EOS R6 excels across landscape, portrait, wildlife, nature, astro and sports photography and videography subjects.   

 

Key specs:  

  • 5-Axis In Body Image Stabilizer (IBIS) works in tandem with lens-based Image Stabilizer to deliver coordinated control and reduce camera-shake blur up to an incredible 8 stops of shutter speed.  
  • 4K 60p movie recording and Full HD 120p, allowing for flexible movie shooting with a range of compression options and frame rates to fit your vision  
  • 100% autofocus (AF) frame coverage and advanced AF subject tracking with Dual Pixel CMOS AF II  

Pricing: ASP $3,852  

Stockist: Available from all leading retailers   

Value-add: The EOS R6 is supported by Canon’s 5-year warranty. It’s also compatible with Canon’s free Webcam Utility software.  

More information: www.canon.com.au/cameras/eos-r6  

 

For the Dad who likes to capture on the move: EOS M50 Mark II  

Just in time for Father’s Day, a limited special edition of the cult-favourite EOS M50 Mark II has been released including the camera body, alongside the EF-M 15-45mm F/3.5-6.3 IS STM and the EF-M 22mm F/2 STM lenses. This camera is ideal for the Dad who likes to capture on the move – the perfect companion for when travel opens back up. Capable of capturing landscape and vertical 4K video. Versatility sits at the heart of this camera, with its compact body, vari-angle touchscreen, and compatibility with a range of Canon lenses means users have complete creative freedom with their shots.  

Key specs:  

  • The kit includes the EOS M50 Mark II body, and EF-M 15-45mm F/3.5-6.3 IS STM and the EF-M 22mm F/2 STM lenses 
  • Create and share content to any platform quickly through Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity   
  • Capture vertical videos to post quickly to social channels  
  • Clean HDMI output for direct livestreaming from YouTube   
  • 24.1MP APS-C sensor for stunning images and Full HD video   
  • Versatile Vari-Angle touchscreen display for multiple shooting options  
  • A 3.5mm microphone input for professional sound quality  

  

Pricing: ASP $1,541  

Value-add: The EOS M50 Mark II is supported by Canon’s 5-year warranty. It’s also compatible with Canon’s free Webcam Utility software.  

More information: http://www.canon.com.au/cameras/eos-m50-mark-ii   

 

For the Dad who likes to print and safekeep memories: Selphy SQUARE QX10  

Create memories that will last a lifetime with the Canon Selphy Square QX10. Producing clear, high quality prints, Dad will be amazed by how quick and easy the Selphy SQUARE is. Thanks to the simple peel-and-stick photo paper option, creating photo books, scrapbooks, or wall dressings, takes no time at all! Rechargeable and ultra-portable, the Selphy SQUARE prints directly from your smartphone via Wi-Fi or via a unique the QR code on the printer itself.  

Key specs:   

  • Available in four colours including black, white, green and pink  
  • Produces beautifully bright and clear square photo prints  
  • A special film overcoat finish on the surface of the photos repels water and prevents ink from bleeding. If water is accidentally spilled, just wipe it off  
  • The addition of an overcoat finish enables an album storage lifespan of up to 100 Years – perfect for keeping memories intact  

  

Pricing: ASP$195 

Stockist: Available from all leading retailers   

More information: www.canon.com.au/printers/selphy-square-qx10  

  

For the director Dad to capture home videos: PowerShot G7X Mark III  

Named the Best Vlogging Camera in 2020 by the global TIPA Awards, the Canon PowerShot G7X Mark III is the perfect gift for dads who love to capture special moments as home videos as well as still images for their collection.   

  

Gone are the days of bulky old handy-cams; the compact, light, and pocket-able PowerShot G7X Mark III features a 4.2x f/1.8 – 2.8 zoom lens and 3.5mm microphone input to ensure audio and imagery are both as clear and crisp as day.   

 

 

Key specs:  

  • The PowerShot G7X Mark III features Canon’s latest DIG!C 8 processor, coupled with a 1.0-type 20.1 megapixel Stacked CMOS sensor and 4.2x optical zoom lens, ensuring that the camera is perfect for capturing photos and videos worthy of broadcasting and sharing with the world.  
  • The PowerShot G7X Mark III features a tilt up LCD screen to ensure Dad has full control of the shot no matter if she is standing in front of or behind the lens.   
  • Vertically shot movie display is possible when viewing content on your smartphone or laptop or when posting onto platforms such as Instagram stories.  
  • Enjoy RAW burst mode shooting at 30fps with 0.5sec pre-shooting as well as continuous shooting speeds at 20fps (one shot) and 8.3fps so you never miss a special moment.   

Pricing: ASP$899 

Stockist: Available from all leading retailers   

More information: https://www.canon.com.au/cameras/powershot-g7-x-mark-iii   

 

For the on the daily grind Dad: PIXMA Home Office TR7060  

For the Dad who is busy building his empire, The PIXMA HOME OFFICE TR7060 is the perfect gift to step up his home office set up. The PIXMA printer does more than just print documents., it allows dad to get imaginative with a wide range of creative options, so you can take photo prints to the next level. You can even design your own fan T-shirts and bags by printing on Canon's Iron-On Transfer paper to show Dad your support.   

 

Key specs:  

  • Save paper and time: The PIXMA HOME OFFICE TR7060 is equipped with auto duplex printing. Be kinder to the environment and save time, paper and money by printing on both sides of the paper. 
  • Prints and photos worth sharing: Get picture-perfect prints thanks to the FINE cartridges that deliver high-quality results each time. 
  • Easy connection: The PIXMA HOME OFFICE TR7060 is extremely user-friendly. Connect directly from your computer or smartphone and print quickly and easily from your camera using Wi-Fi technology. 
  • Print from your phone effortlessly: Simply scan the QR code with your smartphone and let Canon's intuitive Print Assist take care of the rest. Once your smartphone is connected with your printer, within seconds you can transform images on your phone into vibrant and tangible memories. Printing photos from your smartphone has never been easier. 

 

Pricing: ASP$188

Stockist: Available from all leading retailers   

More information: https://www.canon.com.au/printers/pixma-home-office-tr7060  

 

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