It seems that we have to wait a bit longer for the new Canon Speedlite EL-5. At least until Summer 2023.

At a glance:

• 2.4 GHz Wireless Radio Transmission
• Guide Number: 197′ at ISO 100 and 200mm
• Runs on LP-EL Lithium-Ion Battery
• Modeling Lamp; Multi-Function Shoe
• Zoom Range: 24-200mm (14mm with Panel)
• Recycle Time: 0.1-1.2 Seconds
• Extended Control from 1/1 to 1/1024
• Joystick, Dial, and High-Definition LCD
• Remote Control with Camera Connect App
• Dust and Moisture-Resistant Construction

It already was delayed, and foreseen to ship in March 2023. Now it’s Summer 2023. Canon Japan statement:

Notice of postponement of release of Speedlite EL-5

Regarding the Speedlite EL-5, which was announced on November 2, 2022 and was scheduled to be released in March 2023, due to production reasons, we are unable to prepare a sufficient supply for the launch. , We have decided to postpone the release to around the summer of 2023.

We would like to inform you and sincerely apologize.

Scheduled release date

(Before change) Scheduled to be released in March 2023
(After change) Scheduled to be released around summer 2023

We will announce the information about the release schedule in early June.

We apologize for the inconvenience caused to customers who are waiting, but we will do our best to prepare for the release, so we ask for your continued patronage.

We will keep you posted. Description after the break.