If rumours are to be believed, Canon seems to have a new sensor design in place for their 120 MP D-SLR that was previewed recently. A well-informed rumour source says that the Bayer pattern sensors do not do full justice to ultra-high resolution sensors over 100MP. The source believes that the new sensor may be similar in technology to Sigma's patented Foveon technology and … [Read more...]
Canon makes its Ink Tank debut
Canon has debuted high yield refillable ink tank printers with the launch of PIXMA G series Ink Tank printers. This takes Canon closer in competition to their main rival Epson, who have so far enjoyed monopoly in Ink Tank printers ever since the launch of their L-series models. The four G-series models—G1000, G2000, G2002, G3000 made their debut in India. “Canon is a new … [Read more...]
Canon wants to bring production back to Japan
Canon Inc. is looking to increase the production from its home country, Japan, from 40%of their overall output to about 60%. The weak Yen seems to have spurred this move; and Canon isn't the only electronics company to take this action. Panasonic and Sharp are also considering an increase in domestic production, though they have not confirmed plans yet. … [Read more...]
Canon to launch new 50-1000mm Cine lens
In early 2015, Canon will launch the new 50-1000mm CN20x 50 IAS H E1/P1 lens. The company claims this is the first-ever lens boasting of a combined 20x magnification, integrated 1.5x extender, and a removable servo drive. The lens is specially designed for nature and sports television productions. The CN20x 50 IAS H E1/P1 features an updated servo drive, making it more … [Read more...]
Canon to buy US chipmaking firm
Canon Inc. is planning to acquire a Texas-based company Molecular Imprints, which has the technology to make state-of-the-art semiconductors at a low cost, hoping to regain its former glory as a manufacturer of chipmaking equipment. In the 1990s, Canon controlled about 30% of the global market for lithography equipment, which plays a central role in the chip fabrication … [Read more...]
