Photon

CannonKeys · 65% · standard height

Photon mechanical keyboard
Image courtesy of CannonKeys

An affordable wireless 65% keyboard with an injection-molded polycarbonate gasket-mounted case, ZMK firmware over a 1500 mAh battery, and RGB underglow, with an optional hotswap PCB.

Best for: travel, budget, typing.

Photon specs

Layout 65%
Height Standard
Connectivity Bluetooth, Wired
Hot-swap Yes
Stock switches n/a
Keycaps n/a
Case injection-molded polycarbonate
Mount Gasket (customizable Poron gasket mount)
Backlight RGB
QMK / VIA No
Battery 1500 mAh
Typical price $99
Sound (stock) n/a
Released n/a

Fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers rather than guesses.

Unverified: specs compiled from manufacturer listings

Where to buy

No verified retailer link right now (the Photon typically sells for around $99). Check CannonKeys directly or your usual mechanical-keyboard retailers.

Alternatives to the Photon

CannonKeys Bakeneko60 60% · $150 A 60 percent gasket-mounted kit with a polycarbonate or aluminum case option, wired USB-C connectivity, and a leaf-spring style flex cut popular among budget-conscious enthusiasts.
CannonKeys Instant60 60% · $120 An entry-level 60 percent tray-mounted aluminum kit with wired USB-C connectivity, designed as an affordable in-stock option for enthusiasts building their first custom keyboard. Compare: Photon vs CannonKeys Instant60
//e PCB kit 60% · $50 The CannonKeys //e PCB is a popular hot-swap 60% PCB used across many cases in the custom community, supporting QMK/VIA and common 60% layouts.

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