Canon PowerShot V10 and OCT-R1 win Red Dot Design Award

"PowerShot V10" vlog camera and "OCT-R1" ophthalmic device win international design award "Red Dot Design Award"

TOKYO, April 26, 2024—Canon Inc. announced today that the company's "PowerShot V10" vlog camera and "OCT-R1," an optical coherence tomography (OCT) device, won the Red Dot Design Award 2024 for Production Design at an awards show hosted by Red Dot Award AG (based in Switzerland). The awards ceremony will be held on June 24, 2024 in Essen, Germany.

Canon PowerShot V10

The “PowerShot V10” is a vlog camera that features a 1” CMOS sensor and large-diameter microphone for achieving high image and audio quality in a compact body which can easily be stored in a small bag. It employs a vertical design suitable for shooting video easily with just one hand and an easy-to-understand and simple UI (user interface) with limited display information, making it easy for even first-time camera users to enjoy full-fledged video shooting. In addition to handheld shooting, the camera is equipped with an internal stand that can be used to adjust the camera angle, thereby allowing users to set the device down and shoot from multiple angles without having to use a tripod, etc.

Canon OCT-R1

The “OCT-R1”1 is an ophthalmic device that utilizes OCT technology, which captures tomographic images of retinas using near-infrared light, and is equipped with the functions of a retinal camera. OCT is used in the study of ophthalmology and health checks for the diagnosis and observation of eye-related illnesses such as glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration, which have been on the rise in recent years. This product features a touch-panel-style UI and can be linked with a touch-panel display1 so that the photographing position of the device can automatically be adjusted simply by touching the screen where the eye is displayed. Additionally, the main unit has been compacted, enabling necessary auxiliary equipment such as PCs to fit neatly onto the motorized table1 for a flexible layout that does not take up much space.

Both “PowerShot V10” and “OCT-R1” have received high praise for their designs, having received the Good Design Award 2023 (Japan) as well as the iF Design Award 2024 (Germany), which is similarly as internationally prestigious as the Red Dot Design Award. These awards have encouraged Canon to continue creating products that expertly blend performance with design.

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Canon Supports Essay Competition at Stony Brook University

Canon U.S.A. Supports Japan Center Essay Competition at Stony Brook University

The competition challenges students to write about aspects of Japanese culture, with a personal connection

MELVILLE, N.Y., April 23, 2024 – Highlighting its commitment to empowering students and supporting education, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, proudly sponsored the 19th Annual Japan Center Essay Competition Awards Ceremony on Saturday, April 20th, at Stony Brook University.

The essay competition, organized by the Japan Center at Stony Brook, honors students for work that demonstrates their awareness and understanding of the Japanese culture. The competition aims to inspire the students to think creatively and critically about their lives in relating experiences to aspects of Japanese culture, to broaden their horizons and promote global citizenship through the writing of thought-provoking essays.

"We are proud to partner with Canon U.S.A. on the essay competition, providing students with the opportunity to develop a better understanding of cultural activities related to Japan," said Dr. Iwao Ojima, the President of Japan Center at Stony Brook University. “We congratulate the winners and every participant for their great work."

233 high school and college students submitted essays for the competition. Contestants were asked to discuss one or more aspects of Japan including art, culture, tradition, values, philosophy, history, society, politics, business, and technology in relation to their personal experiences, views, and/or future goals. A panel of qualified judges selected the winners, who received awards including a Canon product.

High School Division Best Essay Award

1st Place Best Essay Award and Consul General of Japan Special Award
“Reflections” written by Talia Beck (Hunter College High School)

1st Place Best Essay Award and Consul General of Japan Special Award

2nd Place Best Essay Award
“The Sound of Drums Behind a Stage” written by Anderson Maziero (Bethpage High School)

3rd Place Best Essay Award
“Embracing the Harmony of Silence” written by Arihunt Garg (The Brooklyn Latin School)

Uchida Memorial
“Sparks of Identity” written by Marisa Yamamoto (Syosset High School)

Canon U.S.A., Inc. and the Japan Center at Stony Brook University have a longstanding partnership, which began in 2005 with former president and chief executive officer of Canon U.S.A., Inc., the late Mr. Kinya Uchida. Attendees included the award-winning students, and representatives from the Japan Center at Stony Brook, Canon U.S.A., Inc., and Consulate General of Japan in New York. Each winner took to the stage and read their essay to the audience. Isao “Sammy” Kobayashi, president and CEO of Canon U.S.A., Inc., was an honorary judge of the competition.

“We are very proud of all the students who wrote so passionately about their experience and understanding of Japanese culture, connecting it to their personal lives in these captivating essays,” Kobayashi said. "The Japan Center does great work for the community, and Canon is honored to be a partner for this program.”

For a list of winners, finalists, and semifinalists, you can visit the Japan Center’s website. Award-winning essays will be posted in early May.

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Canon’s SELPHY Photo Printers Celebrates 20th Anniversary

Canon’s SELPHY Series of Compact Photo Printers Celebrates 20th Anniversary

MELVILLE, N.Y., April 16, 2024 — Canon U.S.A., Inc. today announced that its parent company, Canon Inc. is excited to acclaim that its SELPHY series of compact photo printers, which enables users to easily print high-quality photos and continues to offer a wide range of ways to enjoy photo printing, will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2024.

The SELPHY series was created in 2004 in response to heightened demand for photo prints due to the rapid spread of digital cameras in the early 2000s. As of April 2024, the SELPHY series has launched 31 products1 and sold a combined total of more than 17 million units2 worldwide.

The name SELPHY, a combination of “self” and “photography,” was given to convey Canon’s hope that easily printing photos taken using a digital camera on one’s own would allow people to experience new ways of enjoying photography. SELPHY printers produce photo prints that possess both high-quality and excellent durability3 through the adoption of a dye sublimation printing process, in which ink is printed by vaporizing it with heat. They are also easy to use and feature a small, lightweight body which makes them convenient for transport. The SELPHY series has earned support from a wide variety of users as it offers user-friendly photo printing on the spot, which not only helps to share memorable moments but can also be used to produce a work of one’s choice or in various situations from wedding decorations to ID photos.

Canon staked its claim as a pioneer in the market of photo printing when it introduced the CP-10 dye sublimation printer in April 2001. Then in 2004, it released SELPHY CP500 and SELPHY CP400 (October 2004). At the same time, in order to become more familiar to its users, Canon launched the SELPHY brand, weaving the product concept into the brand name.

From that point on, Canon continued to develop products in line with generational changes and technological advancement. SELPHY CP710, equipped with a color LCD monitor and capable of printing photos directly from memory cards, was released in September 2005. Then, with the release of SELPHY CP900 in September 2012, SELPHY printers became compatible with wireless LAN (Wi-Fi®) and achieved wireless linkage with smartphones and tablet devices. SELPHY SQUARE QX10, a compact and lightweight model equipped with an internal battery, making it ideal for carrying, was newly added to the lineup in April 2020. Following that, Canon continued to further develop product functions and designs and in September 2022 released the SELPHY CP1500, the latest model in the CP series which enables vivid color expression through its automated color correction function.

Additionally, the SELPHY Photo Layout application, exclusively for the SELPHY series, features a function to create collages by automatically combining several photos and makes it possible to produce images using filters and stamps, etc. as well as create layouts in various paper sizes such as for printable stickers. SELPHY printers also address demand that has risen alongside the popularization of smartphones, by producing prints in square formats which have become familiar thanks to social media.

Going forward, Canon will continue to provide new ways of enjoying and using photos and aim to make contributions to photo and video culture by continuing to expand the SELPHY series alongside the changing times while satisfying a wide variety of users.

Please see below for videos, available on YouTube, celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Canon SELPHY series:

SELPHY celebrates 20th Anniversary "Birthday"

SELPHY celebrates 20th Anniversary "Craft"

SELPHY celebrates 20th Anniversary "Wedding"

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Canon Redefines Imaging Excellence at NAB 2024

Canon U.S.A. Redefines Imaging Excellence at NAB 2024

Inspiring NAB 2024’s attendees to explore the possibilities in cinema, broadcast, and beyond, Canon will host an expanded booth presence with a Virtual Production area and a touch-and-try station for its new broadcast lens, the CJ27e×7.3B

MELVILLE, NY, April 10, 2024 – Canon U.S.A., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is proud to announce its participation in the 2024 NAB Conference, where it will showcase its latest developments and solutions, including a new next-gen broadcast lens. Throughout its expanded booth (#C3825), Canon will offer attendees new opportunities to explore the future of production and the latest Canon gear, including its new broadcast lens, the CJ27e×7.3B, Canon’s first 2/3” portable lens with a class leading 27x optical zoom (among portable lenses for 2/3-inch 4K cameras with ENG-style design). The theme of Canon’s NAB booth this year is “Connect, Create, Collaborate.”

“Canon's exhibit at NAB 2024 showcases our cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking innovations,” said Brian Mahar, senior vice president and general manager, Imaging Technologies & Communications Group. “We welcome any and all visitors to see all that Canon has to offer in the industry.”

The booth will feature Canon’s line of outstanding RF cinema prime lenses and flex zoom lenses, as well as the versatile RF24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z lens for hybrid shooters. Canon will also showcase the improved PTZ tracking system, the EOS VR System featuring the Canon RF 5.2mm f/2.8 L Dual Fisheye lens, and the enhanced functionalities of the EOS C500 Mark II, which now supports three new Cinema RAW Light formats through a new firmware update. These displays demonstrate Canon's continuous innovation across broadcast, house of worship, cinema, VR, and social capture solutions.

An LED Virtual Production set will be at the front of the booth, and toward the back Canon will have a display of Canon’s low-light SPAD (Single Photon Avalanche Diode) Sensor technology. Education is also fundamental to Canon's mission, evident in interactive engagements at every counter and all product demos. Professionals across all levels can explore Canon's complete product lineup and gain insights into Canon’s latest advancements in imaging technology through the lens displays and PTZ control room area.

Canon will also showcase how our volumetric video technology, which is currently being used to capture live sports, can also be used in a virtual production studio. This technology can help unlock fresh realms of creative and technical exploration for professional production companies, advertising agencies, filmmakers, and beyond.

Canon extends an invitation to all attendees to visit its exhibit at NAB 2024 and embark on a journey to Connect, Create, and Collaborate. For more information about Canon at NAB 2024, please visit here.

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Canon India introduces a new entity 'Canon NorthStar'

Canon India introduces a new entity ‘Canon NorthStar’: An Industry First Unified Imaging Workflow Solutions Platform

Mr. Manabu Yamazaki, President & CEO, Canon India and Canon team at the launch of Canon NorthStar in Mumbai, in the presence of eminent industry experts and leading technology partners

8th April 2024: Canon India takes a giant leap forward in the imaging industry with the launch of 'Canon NorthStar', an innovative one stop solution platform inclusive of end to end advisory, equipment and associated services, by bringing together finest technology companies and industry experts, to enable customers in setting up complete studio operations.

Derived from its namesake, 'NorthStar' embodies the guiding role in providing direction to aspiring studio owners by becoming the one-stop solution to address the burgeoning demand across diverse sectors such as production studios, broadcasting, OTT, podcasting studios, educational institutions, virtual production environments, YouTube channels, VR shoots and CGI shoots. Spanning across content creation, post-production solutions, light & audio solution, color grading, storage solution and more, the project aims to consolidate all these services under one holistic platform, catering to end-to-end needs of imaging workflow.

The initiative was launched in a grand ceremony held in Mumbai spearheaded by Mr. Manabu Yamazaki, President & CEO, Canon India along with Canon management, in the presence of platform partners, panel experts and eminent industry stalwarts.

Canon NorthStar service is structured into two tiers, firstly, the advisory layer, drawing on the expertise of esteemed panels featuring industry luminaries in cinematography, post-production, data storage, and more, offering invaluable insights and guidance on setup, equipment selection, and operational strategies tailored to individual needs. Some of the key panellists include Kavita Bahl (Cinematographer/ Documentary), Nandan Saxena (Cinematographer/ Documentary), Sapan Narula (DOP/ CG visual effects and post-production), Neil Sadwelkar (Data Storage/ Post-production), Vijay Bedi & Ajay Bedi(Wildlife Filmmaker/ Documentary), Simran Gill (Cinematographer/Documentary), Goutham Shankar (Post-production/Data Storage), and Ratan Sil Sarma (Director of Photography & Colorist).

The second layer includes delivering a seamless integration of cutting-edge technology for a complete ecosystem setup by leveraging strategic partnerships with leading technology brands. These include Adobe (Post-production solution), Western Digital (Data Storage solution), Dell (Infrastructure Solution) Sennheiser (Audio solution), Aputure (Light solution), SanDisk (Flash Storage solution), and Atomos (Monitor solution), to offer best in class services in the field of imaging. The initiative successfully creates a single touchpoint for customers to access services from various brands, creating an efficient and seamless studio/production platform.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Manabu Yamazaki, President and CEO, Canon India, said, “As the imaging industry continues to evolve, Canon India remains committed to driving innovation and empowering our customers. With 'Canon North Star,' we are not merely setting a new standard; we are redefining what it means to embark on the journey of production setup in the digital age. During COVID we realised the growing potential and upcoming demand of this sector and seized the opportunity to pioneer a first-of-its-kind, one-stop solution. As the industry continues to grow with rapid advancements in technology and emerging trends such as digital streaming platforms, 4K and 8K resolution, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR), there is a need for a unified platform to cater to these requirements by providing adequate solutions and services under one roof, ensuring convenience and efficiency. Building onto our legacy of imaging technology, we are taking a big leap by setting up an end to end imaging ecosystem, bringing together leading brands and industry experts, thereby providing a catalyst for propelling industry growth.”

Use cases of ‘NorthStar’

From cameras and lighting to audio and storage solutions, 'Canon NorthStar' ensures clients receive a comprehensive solution advisory for unleashing their creative potential. The service is designed to address the unique needs of each use case, offering tailored solutions for:

• Production Studios: NorthStar will offer expertise and advice from industry experts in complete studio set-up solutions for all levels of productions including AD films, Fashion, Lifestyle, and Jewellery designs

• Podcast studios: With the burgeoning trend of podcasting, 'Canon NorthStar' provides comprehensive setup solutions tailored to the specific requirements of podcast creators, ensuring seamless production and broadcast.

• Educational Institutes: In the age of online education, universities and academies require sophisticated studio setups for virtual classes and pre-recorded educational sessions. 'Canon NorthStar' offers end-to-end solutions to facilitate seamless content creation and delivery.

• Virtual Production Setups: From news and broadcast to VFX and CGI workflows, Canon 'NorthStar' offers cutting-edge technology solutions to facilitate immersive virtual production experiences.

• Colour Grading Studios: For professionals in the realm of colour grading, 'Canon NorthStar' provides the essential tools and expertise to achieve unparalleled visual quality and consistency.

• OTT Channels: With the rise of OTT platforms 'Canon NorthStar' empowers content creators to produce high-quality original content with precision and efficiency.

Canon 'NorthStar' is a collaborative effort to empower consumers and businesses with the resources and guidance needed to build future-ready studios.

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Canon Annual Report for the Year Ended Dec 31, 2023

Canon Inc. Publishes Annual Report for the Year Ended December 31, 2023

MELVILLE, NY, April 5, 2024 - Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced that its parent company, Canon Inc. filed its annual report for 2023. The consolidated annual report, which contains the company’s audited financial statements can be accessed from Canon Inc.’s website.

This report includes the CEO's message and business strategies based on the “Excellent Global Corporation Plan Phase VI”, a medium- to long-term management program. In addition, with regard to non-financial information on ESG and other corporate activities, Canon incorporates many photographs and graphs to explain Canon's initiatives in an easy-to-understand manner.

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2023 Canon RF and RF-S Lens Rumors

 Rumored Canon RF / RF-S Lenses 2023 / 2024

Canon RF and RF-S  Lens Releases and Release Dates 2023 / 2024
We should see some of the following speculated Canon EOS RF (USM and STM) / Canon RF-S lenses for Canon R Full Frame and Canon EOS R APS-C bodies releases during 2023 (or 2024).

Lens rumor sources will be updates as it becomes more clear if / when these Canon RF / Canon RF-S lenses is going to be officially release by Canon.

Canon RF Lenses

• Canon RF 500mm f/4L IS USM lens Source
• Canon RF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM 1.4x Source
• Canon RF 200-400mm f/4L IS 1.4x lens Source
• Canon RF 200-500mm f/4L IS 1.4x lens Source
• Canon RF 300-700mm f/5.6L IS 1.4x lens Source
• Canon RF 10-24mm f/4L USM lens Source
• Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM lens Source
• Canon RF 18-45mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens Source
• Canon RF 35mm f/1.2L USM lens Source
• Canon RF 28mm f/1.4L USM lens Source
• Canon RF 24mm f/1.4L USM lens Source
• Canon RF 12mm f/1.8L USM lens Source

Canon RF DO Lenses

• RF 400mm f/3.5 DO IS USM lens Source
• RF 400mm f/4 DO IS USM lens Source
• RF 500mm f/4.5 DO IS USM lens Source
• RF 500mm f/5 DO IS USM lens Source
• RF 800mm f/9.5 DO IS USM lens Source

Canon TS-R Lenses

• Canon TS-R 14mm f/4L Source
• Canon TS-R 24mm f/3.5L Source

Canon RF-S Lenses

• Canon RF-S 11-22 mm f/4 – f/4.5 IS STM lens Source
• Canon RF-S 16-55mm f/2.8 IS USM lens Source
• Canon RF-S 22mm f/2 STM lens Source
• Canon RF-S 32mm f/1.4 STM lens Source
• Canon RF-S18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens Source
• Canon RF-S 22mm F2 STM lens Source

New Canon RF / EF-S Lenses Disclaimer - Canon Camera News 2023:

Any information / specifications published on rumored, upcoming and anticipated Canon RF and Canon RF-S lenses for Canon R camera releases (for) 2023 / 2024 in this post and / or elsewhere on any of the Canon Camera News website's posts / pages are based on anticipated / expected and rumored upcoming publicly available information released of new Canon RF and Canon RF-S lenses.

E & O.E (Errors and omissions excepted). No media responsibility or ownership is taken or claimed for any Canon Product (proposed or speculative) Release Dates and / or additional information provided by any website we may point readers to. All Canon rumors will be directed to the original (and various other) online rumor source. Any enquiries should be directed to the listed website(s) if required. 

New Canon EOS R / PowerShot Cameras Released 2023

New Canon EOS R / PowerShot Cameras Launched 2023