Canon challenges the full-frameโ camera market with a substantially reducedโค price on its EOS R6 Mark II, while Leica unveils its new Reporter SL3 โฃcamera designed for photojournalists.
Theโ Canon EOS R6 Mark II, originallyโข priced around $2,500, is nowโ available for approximately $1,800 with a โkitโค lens as of November 9, 2025, according to recent market observations. This price reduction aimsโค to broaden accessibility to professional-grade full-frame photography. simultaneously,โ Leica announced the reporter SL3, a robust and discreet camera built for demanding press assignments, featuringโฃ a 6-megapixel sensor and enhancedโข ergonomics for comfortable, extended use. These developments signal a shift in โthe photographic landscape, with Canon aggressively competing on priceโ and Leica focusing โคon specialized professional needs.
The Canonโฃ priceโค drop is expected to intensify competition among โคcamera manufacturers, potentially forcing others to adjust their pricing strategies. The โLeica Reporter SL3, priced at $7,995, caters to a niche market of โprofessional photojournalists who prioritize durability, stealth, and image quality in challenging environments. Both announcements โreflect ongoing innovation within the industry, driven by evolving user demands and technological advancements.The Canon move could democratize full-frame photography, whileโข the Leica โrelease reinforces the brand’s commitment toโฃ serving specialized professional segments.



