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To check the serial number on a Canon camera, the most direct methods are inspecting the base plate, checking behind the LCD screen, or viewing the EXIF metadata of a photo you've taken. Since 2008, most modern Canon models use a 10-digit format. Physical Inspection

  • Under the Battery Door: On many newer Mirrorless cameras (like the EOS R series) and some compact cameras, Canon prints the serial number on a sticker inside the battery compartment. Open the battery door and look at the bottom or side walls of the cavity.
  • The Original Box: If you have the packaging, look for a white sticker on the side or back of the box. This is the "best" method for verification if the camera body has worn off, as it often lists both the serial number and the lens serial number (if bought as a kit).

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

    • Download a metadata viewer app. Import a photo, and look for the "Maker Notes" section – the serial number hides there.

    He grabbed his camera and sat under the bright kitchen light.

    These professional models typically have the number engraved in white directly into the metal frame beneath the label on the bottom. Original Packaging:

    • Bottom plate: Same as DSLRs—this is the primary location.
    • Under the LCD screen: On some EOS R bodies, the serial number is printed on the body near the hinge if you swivel the screen out.

    Physical placement varies by model series, but it is most commonly found on a sticker or engraved on the bottom plate.

    He compared all three: