Canon

Founded in 1937 in Tokyo, Japan, Canon Inc. is a global leader in imaging and optical products. The company is best known for its digital cameras, including the EOS series of DSLR and mirrorless cameras, PowerShot compact cameras, and Cinema EOS professional video cameras. Canon also manufactures a wide range of lenses under the EF, RF, and EF-S mount systems, including professional L-series lenses, telephoto lenses for sports and wildlife photography, macro lenses, and wide-angle lenses. The company produces printers and multifunction devices for home and office use, including inkjet printers, laser printers, and large-format printers for professional applications. Canon also manufactures scanners, projectors, calculators, and document management solutions. In the medical field, Canon produces medical imaging equipment including X-ray systems, CT scanners, MRI systems, and ophthalmic equipment. The company also manufactures industrial equipment including semiconductor manufacturing equipment, flat panel display manufacturing equipment, and network cameras for security and surveillance applications. Canon is a leader in digital imaging technology and holds numerous patents in camera sensors, image processing, and optical technologies.