Canon Inc. is a Japanese multinational corporation specializing in imaging and optical products, including cameras, printers, scanners, and medical equipment. Founded on August 10, 1937, as Precision Optical Industry Co., Ltd., the company initially focused on camera development and later expanded into office equipment and industrial technologies. Headquartered in Tokyo, Canon operates globally with a diverse portfolio that spans consumer, business, and industrial markets. The company is publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol TYO: 7751 and is a constituent of the Nikkei 225 index. Canon has a long history of innovation, including the development of Japan’s first 35mm focal-plane-shutter camera and advancements in digital imaging technology. Today, it continues to invest in areas such as medical systems and semiconductor manufacturing equipment, reinforcing its position as a leader in imaging solutions worldwide.
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