If the physical sticker is missing or worn, you can retrieve the number electronically. How to Find Serial Number on Canon Camera 2026

Marco flipped the camera over. On the baseplate, near the tripod mount, he saw a small sticker. Bingo. It read: (a 7-digit number for older models, or a 12-digit alphanumeric for newer ones).

Many applications designed to check a camera's shutter actuations will also display the internal serial number when the camera is connected via USB. How to Find the Serial Number on Your Canon EOS Camera

If the physical sticker is worn off (common on heavily used cameras) or you have trouble reading tiny text, software is your best friend.