Canon Marketing Philippines, Inc. will hold Canon PhotoMarathon 2026 on April 18, 2026, at the BGC Amphitheater in Taguig City, opening several contest categories to users of other camera brands.
The photography competition, first launched in Singapore in 2003, is now in its 19th year in the Philippines. The event challenges participants to take photos based on assigned themes within a limited time. It has expanded across Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam.
Canon PhotoMarathon 2026 will also include a video category where participants can submit entries using motion, sound, and storytelling.
The contest is open to professionals, hybrid creators, camera club members, students, and hobbyists. Some categories accept entries from non-Canon users.
How to join:
- Download the Canon PH Delightful app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Create an account.
- Go to the Events tab and select the Canon PhotoMarathon banner.
- Tap Register and wait for the confirmation prompt.
Contest categories and prizes:
Main Category (Photo)
Open to: Canon users only
Prize: Canon EOS R6 Mark III with RF24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM
Open Category (Photo)
Open to: All camera brands
Prize: Canon EOS R8 with 24-50mm
Video Category
Open to: All camera brands
Canon Prize Winner: Canon EOS R50 V
Non-Canon Prize Winner: Canon Powershot V1
The company will also participate in PhotoWorld Asia 2026 from Jan. 29 to Feb. 1, where visitors can access discounts and freebies worth up to ₱20,000 on selected Canon cameras.
From February to March 2026, Canon Marketing Philippines Inc. will conduct photowalks, school tours, and regional tours as part of preparations for PhotoMarathon 2026. The activities are free and open to digital camera users.
More information about the event is available on Canon Philippines’ Facebook page.