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![]() ![]() Founded in Japan in 1930, the original company name was Precision Optical Instruments Laboratory. Its first commercial camera, the 'Hansa Canon' featuring Nikkor lenses, was introduced in 1936. The company name was changed to 'Canon' on August 10, 1937. An excellent timeline of film cameras can be found at the Canon Camera Museum web-site. If you are looking for Canon lens prices, check the Canon Lens Price Guide. |