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Est. 1917 in Japan
History
Nikon is a Japanest multinational corporation specializing in optics and imaging products. It is best known for its cameras, camera lenses, and binoculars, though Nikon is also one of the world's largest manufacturer of steppers for photo-lithography in semiconductor fabrication.
History
Founded in 1917 via a merger of three leading optical manufacturers, Nikon has always been a leader in optics and optical equipment such as binoculars and microscopes in the Japanese market.
After WWII, Nikon produced rangefinder cameras that were essentially imitations of Leica cameras of the time. In 1959, however, the successful launch of the Nikon F-series single-lens reflex (SLR) cameras quickly established Nikon as a favorite among professional photographers.
In the 1980s and 1990s, Nikon lagged behind in autofocus capabilities. The decision to retain the F-mount and compatibility with lenses dated from the 1950s continued to pose difficulties.
Current Products
Nevertheless, Nikon enjoyed broad success as digital imaging come along. Its digital SLRs are widely popular and consistently ranked 2nd in market share, after Canon. Its compact camera business is especially successful.
In 2018, Nikon introduced its first mirrorless Z-series cameras, the Z6 and the Z7. They mark a departure from the F-mount dating back to 1959.
While best known for its cameras, Nikon is also a major player in industrial applications.
Nikon is part of the Mitsubishi group of companies (keiretsu).
Rating
56% average score for brand's products.
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![Nikon Introduces NX Studio for Photo and Video Viewing and RAW Processing](/x/A/64/93/1614853131_i.jpg)
Nikon has just released NX Studio as a free-to-download software for Nikon digital cameras. It provides a one-stop solution for image cataloguing, RAW processing, and image & video editing and is available for both Windows and Mac. NX Studio offers...
04 Mar 2021 · Photo
![Nikon Releases the Webcam Utility Software to Stream High-Quality Video Directly from Nikon Cameras](/x/A/24/23/1604567861_i.jpg)
Nikon is releasing the official version of the Webcam Utility Software that turns Nikon mirrorless and DSLR cameras into webcams when connected to computers running Windows 10 or macOS via USB. Like similar webcam utility tools by Canon, Panasonic, an...
05 Nov 2020 · Photo
![Nikon Wins Four 2020-2021 EISA Photography Awards, Including Best Full-Frame Camera & Best Professional Telephoto Zoom Lens](/x/A/92/51/1597499165_i.jpg)
Nikon's photography gears are again affirmed by the Expert Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) in the form of four EISA awards for its DSLR and mirrorless cameras and lenses. The D780, Z 50, NIKKOR 120-300mm F2.8E FL ED SR VR, and NIKKOR Z 85mm F1.8 ...
15 Aug 2020 · Photo
![Nikon Packs Rode VideoMicro, SmallRig Vlogging Mounting Plate & Joby GorillaPod 3K into Z50 Creators Kit](/x/A/37/38/1589794868_i.jpg)
Nikon introduced its first APS-C camera in the new Z-mount mirrorless system, the Nikon Z 50, late last year (2019). Its compact size and lightweight construction, combined with the ability to mount new, compact Z-mount lens designed for mirrorless cam...
18 May 2020 · Auto
![Nikon Continues to Improve Its Mirrorless Cameras Z7 & Z6 via Firmware Updates w/ Better Autofocus, & CFexpress, etc.](/x/A/19/81/1589314313_i.jpg)
Since its debut of the Z-mount mirrorless interchangeable lens camera (MILC) system in 2018, Nikon has been the camera maker most active in developing and releasing firmware updates. These updates have considerably improved the functionalities and enri...
13 May 2020 · Photo
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