BEYOND THE FRAME
Entries are now open. Ready to make your mark?
Submit your best video for a chance to win amazing prizes and gain recognition. Whether you're a vlogger, content creator, or an aspiring filmmaker, this is your moment to shine!
THE COMPETITION
'Beyond the Frame' is a video competition for all content creators, amateur videographers, and aspiring cinematographers. Get ready to grab your camera and shoot your most creative work.
We're looking for passionate storytellers, who are earning no more than 20% of their annual income from videography. If you love making videos, showcase your talent now!
THE BRIEF: CREATE WITH CANON RED
One category. One video entry. Choose your platform (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, or YouTube) and submit your best work.
THE CHALLENGE
Bring iconic Canon’s red to life your way. Bold splash or subtle whisper - show us how red becomes your creative signature.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Stories that stop the scroll. Concepts that surprise. Your unique perspective brought to life with Canon red as co-star.
THE RULES
● Length: 30 seconds to 2 minutes
● Shoot on any equipment
● Canon's signature red must appear organically in your concept
Eight finalists. Eight amazing prizes. Could one be yours?
We're awarding a single set of prizes across all participating countries:
● 1st Place: Canon EOS C50
● 2nd Place: Canon EOS R6 Mark III
● 3rd Place: Canon PowerShot V1
4th – 8th Place: €200 Canon voucher (one per placing) - redeem yours toward a Canon camera or lens at authorized partner stores.
COMPETITION TIMELINE
Entries open
Review the brief. Create your video. Post it on Social Media. Submit the link via form. Simple as that!
Entries Close
Entries close at midnight on June 30, 2026, after which our judges will begin the review process.
Judging
Our panel of creator experts will review all entries and pick the top submissions by July 31, 2026. If you’re shortlisted, you’ll get an email letting you know!
Winner Selection
We'll announce the winner on September 1, 2026, across our social media and other channels.
WHAT ARE THE JUDGES LOOKING FOR?
We're looking for engaging, original, and visually captivating videos that bring Canon red to life. Whether through storytelling, creativity, or technical skill, your video should leave a lasting impression.
● Originality and Concept: show us distinctive ideas that surprise, engage, and resonate.
● Storytelling: craft compelling narratives that communicate emotion, ideas, or stories that stick with us.
● Cinematography: use creative shots, camera movement, framing, and lighting that enhance your concept, regardless of your equipment.
● Post-Production: apply sharp editing, color grading, and sound design that amplify your creative vision.
● Creative Use of Canon Red: the heart of the challenge. Make Canon red a meaningful and intentional element in your work, whether visual, conceptual, thematic, or symbolic.
Make it original. Make it beyond the frame.
MEET THE JUDGES
Our judges bring a wealth of diverse expertise across the world of video production and cinematography.
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