Photo: Dale Baskin Canon Announced its PowerShot V1 compact just a few weeks ago, with pre-orders only recently opening for those in Asia. Despite that, DCWatch reported that Canon has already warned that demand is high and delivery may be delayed as a result, potentially delaying its availability to the rest of the world.
A screenshot of the messaging on Canon Japan's website.
Visiting the PowerShot V1 product page reveals a message (translated from Japanese) stating, "Apologies and information regarding product supply status. " That message links to a page that briefly explains that Canon is "currently receiving more orders than expected for the following products, which is causing delays in delivery. " Notably, three compact cameras are affected, with the PowerShot V1 at the top of the list. Canon plans to ship these products sequentially but says delivery may take longer than usual.
The PowerShot V1 is the company's first compact camera since the PowerShot G7 X III, which was released back in July 2019. Canon also launched the PowerShot V10 in June 2023, but that model is more video-focused and targets a different user base. Even though the Powershot V1 is only available in Asia, it is a welcome addition. After all, we are currently seeing an increased interest in compact cameras, which is driving up prices and causing issues with availability across the board.
Photo: Dale Baskin
The increased demand is reflected across the compact market. Retro compacts that used to sell for $5 at garage sales and thrift stores now go for anywhere from $40 to $250 or even higher. The PowerShot G7 X III, despite being six years old, has such high demand that Canon is suspending orders indefinitely to catch up. Meanwhile, the Fujifilm X100VI, which was announced a year ago, is still out of stock on most websites and is selling for as much as double its already steep $1,599 retail price on sites like eBay. CIPA's January numbers also showed a rise in the popularity of compact cameras, with an increase in shipments and value compared to January 2024.
While The PowerShot V1 was released exclusively for Asia, many are eagerly waiting for broader availability. Unfortunately, a delay so early on in the release potentially complicates that, meaning those hoping to get their hands on the camera outside of Asia will likely have to wait even longer. Canon hasn't provided specific timing or details on the extent of the delays. That means it's a waiting game for now, with another compact camera bogged down by supply constraints.
. dpreview.com2025-3-13 23:26
