Luzz Cannon vs Luzz Cannon2 M1
Luzz Cannon vs Luzz Cannon2 M1: two elongated Luzz power paddles built on the same 16mm frame, the same raw T700 carbon face family and the same Power and Spin billing, so the decision is generation and feel. The original Cannon is the $155 Gen 3 thermoformed paddle, with a swing weight of 119, a twist weight of 6.1 and a PP honeycomb core wrapped in a U-shaped carbon matrix. The Cannon2 M1 is the $185 follow-up, with a higher swing weight of 122 for more plow through the ball, a higher twist weight of 6.4 for a more forgiving face, and a reinforced Aero-9966 encapsulated core under an Aero-9966 coated carbon face. Want the proven, more affordable elongated power paddle? The Cannon. Want the upgraded core, the more forgiving face and a touch more mass out front? The Cannon2 M1. Every real spec is below, then our honest take.
We stock both at Pickld. Here is the honest read.
Luzz Cannon vs Cannon2 M1: specs side by side
| Spec | Luzz Cannon | Luzz Cannon2 M1 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (RRP) | $155.00 | $185.00 |
| Weight | 224 g (7.9 oz) | 224.8 g (7.93 oz) |
| Swing weight | 119 | 122 |
| Twist weight | 6.1 | 6.4 |
| Spin | Not published | Not published |
| Core | 8mm PP honeycomb + foam, U-shaped carbon matrix | Reinforced core with Aero-9966 encapsulation |
| Face | T700 raw carbon fibre friction surface | T700 carbon fibre with Aero-9966 coating |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Generation | Gen 3 (thermoformed) | Not published |
| Grip | 5.5 in length, 4.125 in circumference | 5.52 in length, 4.13 in circumference |
| Skill tier | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Play style | Power, Spin | Power, Spin |
| Availability at Pickld | In stock; the product page is the live figure | In stock; the product page is the live figure |
| Warranty | Luzz manufacturer warranty (handled by Pickld) | Luzz 1-year manufacturer warranty (handled by Pickld) |
Specs are the manufacturer figures we hold on each product page. Where a number is not published by the maker, we say so rather than guess. Availability moves, so the product page is always the live answer.
How they actually play
Luzz Cannon
The Cannon is the original elongated power paddle in the Luzz line, and at $155 it is the more affordable way in. It is a Gen 3 thermoformed build with an 8mm PP honeycomb core wrapped in a U-shaped carbon matrix and foam, and a T700 raw carbon fibre friction face for bite on the ball. On the numbers it runs a swing weight of 119 and a twist weight of 6.1, weighs 224 g, and is billed Intermediate across Power and Spin. It is a proven, straightforward elongated power paddle with plenty of reach and a firm pop, at the friendliest price in the family.
Luzz Cannon2 M1
The Cannon2 M1 is the follow-up, and the specs show where the money goes. Its swing weight climbs to 122, three points up on the Cannon, so there is a little more mass driving through the ball on the swing, and its twist weight rises to 6.4 versus 6.1, which makes the face more forgiving on off-centre contact. The core is reinforced with Aero-9966 encapsulation and the T700 carbon face gets an Aero-9966 coating for durability and grit. It weighs 224.8 g, costs $185, and carries the same Intermediate Power and Spin billing. This is the one if you want the upgraded core and the steadier, more forgiving face.
The verdict: which should you buy?
- Pick the Luzz Cannon if you want the proven, more affordable ($155) elongated Luzz power paddle, a swing weight of 119 and the Gen 3 thermoformed build.
- Pick the Luzz Cannon2 M1 if you want the upgraded reinforced Aero-9966 core, a higher swing weight of 122 for more plow, and a higher twist weight of 6.4 for a more forgiving face, at $185.
And who each one is not for
Skip the Cannon if you want the more forgiving face and the newer core. The Cannon2 M1 carries the higher twist weight and the reinforced Aero-9966 build.
Skip the Cannon2 M1 if you want to spend less. The original Cannon delivers the same elongated Power and Spin shape and the same raw T700 carbon face at $155.
These are two elongated Luzz power paddles on the same 16mm frame, so the decision is generation and feel: the proven Gen 3 Cannon or the upgraded Cannon2 M1 core. To see the wider bracket, browse our power paddles and spin paddles collections. Not sure on shape or weight? Browse the full paddle range.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Luzz Cannon and Cannon2 M1?
Both are elongated 16mm Luzz power paddles with a raw T700 carbon face, billed Intermediate across Power and Spin. The original Cannon is the $155 Gen 3 thermoformed paddle with a swing weight of 119 and a twist weight of 6.1. The Cannon2 M1 is the $185 follow-up with a higher swing weight of 122, a higher twist weight of 6.4 for a more forgiving face, and a reinforced Aero-9966 encapsulated core under an Aero-9966 coated face.
Is the Luzz Cannon2 M1 worth the extra money over the Cannon?
They cost $155 and $185, a $30 difference. For that the Cannon2 M1 adds a reinforced Aero-9966 core, a higher swing weight of 122 for more plow through the ball, and a more forgiving twist weight of 6.4 versus 6.1. If you want the steadier, more forgiving face and the newer core, it earns the extra. If you want the same elongated power shape for less, the original Cannon still delivers.
Which Luzz Cannon is more forgiving?
The Cannon2 M1 is more forgiving, with a twist weight of 6.4 versus the Cannon's 6.1. Higher twist weight means the face resists twisting on an off-centre hit, so contact away from the sweet spot stays truer.
Are the Luzz Cannon paddles good for power?
Yes. Both are elongated 16mm paddles billed for Power and Spin, with high swing weights (119 on the Cannon, 122 on the Cannon2 M1) that drive mass through the ball, and raw T700 carbon faces for bite. The elongated head adds reach on the serve and drive.