THE
CANON
STORY
2024/2025

CANONNet sales (2023)

As of December 31, 2023

$1,863
Canon Europe

millionmillion$1,337 million
4.5%

Industrial$2,216 million
7.5%

Printing

Imaging$16,522 million
56.1%$6,068 million
20.6%

million

Medical$3,900 million
13.2%

Consolidated subsidiaries

336

1

JAPAN

Net sales$7,825

169,151

Others and Corporate

Net income (2023)

EUROPE

Employees

2$29,443DASHBOARD

Sales ratio by business unit (2023)

Net sales

26.6%$6,349

Employees

22,651

million

21.6%

Employees

68,532

Canon China

Canon U.S.A.

Canon Headquarters
Canon Marketing JapanAMERICAS
Major
operationalsites
R&D and software
Manufacturing

ASIA &
OCEANIA

Other
1: Here, and in other published data, “Europe” refers to EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa).
2: Sales ratios do not total 100% due to sales between segments of 1.9%.
• U.S. dollar amounts are translated from yen at the rate of JPY142=U.S.$1, the approximate exchange rate on
the Tokyo Foreign Exchange Market as of December 29, 2023, solely for the convenience of the reader.

1$9,243

Net sales$6,026

Marketing

Net sales

Canon Singapore

millionmillion

31.4%

Employees
20.4%

Canon Australia

15,945

Employees

62,0232

Corporate Philosophy

KyoseiCanon’s corporate philosophy is kyosei.

Canon’s Corporate DNA

The San-ji (Three Selfs) Spirit

Behind Canon’s 80-year history and development as a busi-

The Three Selfs, the foundation of the company’s guiding prin-

It conveys our dedication to seeing all people,
regardless of culture, customs, language or race,ness lies its corporate DNA: a respect for humanity, an

ciples that have been passed down since Canon was founded,emphasis on technology, and an enterprising spirit that theare self-motivation, self-management and self-­awareness. For

happiness into the future. Unfortunately,company has consistently passed on since its foundation. The

Canon, which strives to be a truly excellent global corporation

current factors related to economies,

enterprising spirit on which Canon was started as a venture

while maintaining the legacy of its corporate DNA, the Threecompany, and the relentless drive to distinguish itself throughSelfs continue to serve as the company’s most important

technology, permeate the company, and have continued to

guiding principles.

harmoniously living and working together inresources and the environment make realizing
kyosei difficult.

provide society with new advances. These motivating factors

Canon strives to eliminate these factors

are in turn supported by a respect for humanity, which encom-

through corporate activities rooted in kyosei.

passes meritocracy and an emphasis on good health. Canon is

Truly global companies must foster good relationswith customers and communities, as well as

committed to passing its corporate DNA on to future generations to ensure the company grows for another 100, or even
200, years.

Self-motivation:
Take the initiative and be proactive in all things
Self-management:
Conduct oneself with responsibility and accountability
Self-awareness:
Understand one’s situation and role in all situations

with governments,regions and the environmentas part of their fulfillment of socialresponsibilities.
For this reason, Canon’s goal is to contribute to
global prosperity and the well-being of
humankind as we continueour efforts to bring
the world closer to achieving kyosei.

Respectfor
Humanity

EmphasisonTechnology

Enterprising
SpiritSelfmotivation

Selfmanagement

SelfawarenessContents
1 Canon Dashboard
3 Kyosei: Canon’s Corporate Philosophy
5 Message from Top Management
7 Excellent Global Corporation Plan Phase VI
9 The New Canon
11 Printing Group
15 Medical Group19 Imaging Group
23 Industrial Group27 New Businesses
31 Sustainability
33 Research & Development
35 Manufacturing & Quality
37 Marketing4Canon will seek greater prosperity
with bold resolve by reinventing
ourselves to fit the changing times.
Our world today has fallen into an uncertain and turbulent state. At the same time, ever-advancing
technologies are transforming the world unabated and having a tremendous impact on people’s values
and lifestyles.
Canon has revamped its business portfolio in anticipation of rapid developments in AI and other tech.
In Phase VI, which began in 2021, of our medium-to-long-term management program Excellent Global
Corporation Plan, we restructured our organization, including Group companies, into four industry-oriented
business groups — Printing, Medical, Imaging, and Industrial. Under this new business structure, we are working
to expand our business by furthering technological exchanges within the Group, developing futuristic
technologies, and strengthening production technologies, as well as focusing on creating new businesses.
Canon’s corporate philosophy of kyosei, adopted in 1988, encapsulates our intent to build a society inwhich all people, regardless of culture, customs, and other differences, live harmoniously together and topass on our irreplaceable global environment to future generations. Amid a growing need for solutions
to increasingly complex and diverse social issues, Canon, while accelerating our own environmental
measures, is pursuing new innovations that will bring about richer, more comfortable lives, thriving
business environments, and a safer, more secure society.
Any company that exists within a society will inevitably have to evolve in tandem with that society.
This is why, in Canon’s view, change is progress and transformation is advancement. It is also why, given our
foundational DNA of an enterprising spirit and the San-ji (Three Selfs) Spirit, we will always contribute tosociety with technology while transforming our business and taking on new challenges as we aim tobecome a truly excellent global corporation that is admired and respected around the world.
We look forward to your continued kind support and cooperation.

Fujio Mitarai
Chairman & CEO
Canon Inc.

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Excellent Global Corporation Plan
Phase VI 2021– 2025

Canon EXPO 2023
Canon EXPO 2023 was held in October 2023 to showcase the new shape of Canon’s metamorphosis andits restructured business portfolio, as well as give a
glimpse into the future society Canon envisions. The
exhibition in Yokohama’s Minato Mirai district presented Canon’s latest products and services and theirunderlying technologies, solutions that help society,and an array of innovation seeds. Canon will develop in
a form that meets customer expectations while furthertransforming and evolving its business.

In 1996, Canon launched the Excellent Global Corporation Plan, a medium- to long-term management program focusedon major reforms and ambitious objectives, with the goal of becoming a truly excellent company that is admired andrespected around the world.
In 2021, Phase VI of the plan commenced under the policy of accelerating the corporate portfolio transformation by
improving productivity and creating new businesses, and to this end various activities are under way.

Key Strategy

1

Thoroughly strengthen the competitiveness of industry-­oriented
business groups
Excellent Global
Corporation Plan
Phases I – V (1996–2020)

Expand and reorganize the entire company, shifting from product-oriented groups to fourindustry-­oriented groups
Strengthen the organization by reviewing the technical capabilities and business areas froma group-wide perspective
Improve development and production within each group and create new businesses while
also pursuing M&A and related business

Phase I

Printing Group

Medical GroupImaging Group

Industrial Group(see page 11)(see page 15)(see page 19)(see page 23)

To strengthen its financial structure, Canontransformed its mindset to a focus on total
optimization and profitability. The company
introduced various business innovations, including the selection and consolidation of businessareas, and reform activities in such areas as production and development.

Frontier Business
Canon is fostering new businessin the fields of life sciences,materials, and solutions.

Key Strategy

2

Thorough cash flow
management

Renewed focus on thorough cash flow
management undertaken to reinforce
Canon’s solid financial foundation in
preparation for a major investment or afuture economic crisis. Accelerated
debt repayment associated with M&A
to ensure a strong financial position.

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Phase II

Reinforce central functions to support growth strategies of industry-oriented groups

Establish a more dynamic
and merit-based HR
management system

Promote cost reduction
initiatives across thewhole GroupIn line with diversifying employment
and work styles, Canon has implemented a HR management system toboost employee productivity. Throughtraining programs aligned to the business portfolio and an in-house career
shift system, Canon assigns each person
to the most suitable role.

Canon pursues cost reduction throughthe adoption of automation and in-­house production, which includes
production technology, development,
design, procurement and factories. The
company also strives to realize a globally optimized procurement networkand streamlined logistics.

While further strengthening theheadquarters’ R&D functions, which
contribute to the profitability of eachindustry group, Canon will promptly
respond to changes in the businessenvironment such as carbon neutrality
and ensure economic security acrossthe entire company.

Managementtargets (2025)
Net sales¥4.5 trillion or more
Operating profit ratio
12 % or more
Net income ratio
8 % or more
Shareholders’ equity ratio
65% or more

2001 – 2005

Aiming to become No. 1 in all major businessareas, Canon focused on strengthening productcompetitiveness and stepped up efforts todigitize products. The company also conductedstructural reforms across all Canon Group
companies around the world.

Phase III

Improve group-wide productivity through extensive
reinforcement of Canon’s global headquarters function

Focus on innovations for
new product development
and respond to dramaticchanges in the businessenvironment

1996 – 2000

2006 – 2010

Canon moved ahead with such growth strategies as enhancing existing businesses andexpanding into new areas while also thoroughly
implementing supply chain management andIT reforms.

Phase IV

2011– 2015

Canon’s management policy has shifted from astrategy targeting expansion of scale to one
aimed at further strengthening the company’s
financial structure. Through M&A activities, thecompany’s business was restructured at thefoundational level to introduce new growthengines for future expansion.

Phase V

2016 – 2020

Pursuing new growth, Canon initiated expansion of its four new businesses and completed
the first stage of the grand strategic transformation, which involved transitioning the company’sbusiness portfolio.

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Continually expanding
future possibilities
Amid the ongoing evolution of digital society,
Canon has reinvented itself as an entity that brings
new value to its four industry-oriented fields —Printing, Medical, Imaging, and Industrial.
The new Canon will press ahead with producing
and nurturing a series of innovation seeds directed
at a sustainable future, while accelerating­co-creation with partners to generate new­possibilities for the future.

910PRINTING
22,000 redesigned transit stop signs
printed quickly and beautifully withthe power of digital printing.
Digital printing handles the replacement of 22,000 signs in three months
In Belgium’s Flanders region, a major project was undertaken in 2023 to replace signs at some 22,000 bus and tram stops
in just three months. Much of the project’s success goes to Zenith Graphics, headquartered just outside of Brussels. Zenith
Graphics designs, produces, and installs printed graphics for automobiles, building interiors and exteriors, signposting,machines, and other applications. The firm has earned a reputation for impressive printed materials that look like they
were printed directly on a building or car.
For this project, the company turned to the Colorado series of digital commercial printers from Canon Production
Printing (CPP).*1 The series delivers high productivity, with print speeds of 40 m2/hour even in high-quality mode andquick drying for immediate post-processing after printing. The 1.6 m roll-to-roll printers use CPP’s proprietary UVgel ink,
an ink that is cured with UV light and overcomes the main drawbacks of digital printing — namely, durability and scratch
resistance — for prints with vibrant colors. The Colorado series easily surpassed the rigorous requirements of Zenith
Graphics, which prides itself on guaranteeing the very best quality.

Digital commercial printing dramatically cuts production and maintenance time
Transit stops must, of course, display accurate information. Digital’s flexibility in printing one-off designs proved invaluable for the project, during which routes were changed, by reliably printing from data the name, route numbers, andother information for each stop. The 22,000 signs were completed in an unprecedentedly short time span.
Zenith Graphics had also installed Colorado M5W printers, which were launched in 2023. The model comes with white
ink for creating a white base on transparent sheets and other materials. This allows the printing of decals*2 for cars andbuildings with vivid details that pop. The Colorado series have become the designers’ and operators’ absolute favorite
printers, and the firm now runs five machines.
An additional benefit of Canon’s digital commercial printing is the huge reduction in time spent on color adjustments,
media replacements, and maintenance. Zenith Graphics can now focus on its main priority of producing designs even on
Monday mornings, which used to be devoted to printer maintenance. The firm is sure to see greater successes as a result.
*1. CPP is a Canon Group company that develops and manufactures digital commercial printers.
*2. A decal is a type of sticker printed on special paper or film and then transferred to an object.

Colorado series printers on-site at Zenith Graphics

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Transit stop signs printed on a Colorado series printer
Zenith Graphics printed unique signs
for about 22,000 transit stops

Printing Group

Safe, secure, and convenient prints — anytime,
anywhere, the way you want.
analog offset presses, once the mainstay of the industry. Digitalprinting is advantageous because of variable printing —changing printed matter on a per-page basis — and for theenvironmental benefits of avoiding volatile organic compounds.
Canon Inc. and Netherlands-based Canon Production Printing
work closely together to develop high-resolution, high-speed

Inkjet printers can be used for both work and personal
printing

sheet-fed printers, continuous feed printers, and other digital

Addressing all home printing needs

commercial printers as well as large-format printers for posters

Home printing occasions are on the rise as more people workand technical drawings.

from home. Canon provides the same secure printing environ-

Canon has also entered the industrial printing field for labels,

ments at home as in the office by extending the print

packaging, and similar materials. The company provides a range

management technology found on its OMDs. To meet the manyof products to meet industrial printers’ needs, such as a newly

home printing needs that make work or studying more efficientdeveloped label printer that uses a proprietary white ink to print

and add enjoyment to life, Canon offers an extensive lineup oflabels with vivid colors.

home printers, including inkjet printers with large ink tanks aswell as compact laser printers and mobile printers.

Helping offices go digital
Expectations for digital transformation (DX) are mounting inevery industry. Office multifunction devices (OMDs) are pushing
DX forward as well. Canon OMDs help automate and streamline
office workflows by combining high-performance hardware,
Office multifunction devices seamlessly connect to the clouddesigned with usability and energy efficiency in mind, with security technologies, technologies that collect, process, analyze, andThe value of printing in a digital society

and advanced software. These systems are bringing about aapply data, and other advanced software technologies.

Despite the advances in our digital society, the value of paper

society in which printing can be done safely, securely, and conve-

Furthermore, Canon services seamlessly unify OMDs with thein thought processes, collaborations, and enjoyment of life has

niently, anytime, anywhere, the way you want — whether atcloud to further propel full-scale office DX.

not changed. Paper remains a foundation for human intellec-

home, in the office, or even at commercial printers.

tual activities.

Laser printers with convenient scanning functions

and inkjet: the two major digital printing technologies. Since

Spearheading the digital shift in commercial
and industrial printing

then, the company has engineered cyber-physical systems, aCommercial printers print items like books, catalogs, posters,

Always on the cutting edge of eco-conscious design — energy efficiency, compactness,
recyclability

term that describes the fusion of high-performance hardware

direct mailings, and forms. The field is shifting to digital from

Canon was a trailblazer in taking action to cut CO2 emissions from printers and conserve resources. For example, the company devel-

Canon developed, from the ground up, electrophotography

oped on-demand toner fixing technology in the early 1990s that powers the heating element only while printing, which dramaticallyreduced the energy consumption of copiers. Canon also started collecting and recycling toner cartridges for the near-universal laser
printers in an era when disposable cartridges were the norm. Moreover, the technologies accumulated as an environmental leader,such as remanufacturing* OMDs, are an important component of Canon’s Green Platform (see page 31).
Canon is still at the forefront of CO2 reductions and resource recycling, with efforts like
reducing the size of laser printers and savingenergy by developing low-melting point toner.
*Refers to disassembling, refurbishing, and reassemblingused products with same-as-new quality

Paper is an essential medium in knowledge formation

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Commercial printers meet the needs of printing companies seeking DX gains

Pushing to make laser printers more compact

Remanufacturing office multifunction devices

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MEDICAL
CT examinations while standing
support the era of increasing
healthy longevity.
Upright CT may help identify undiagnosed pains
Subtle changes in various body regions, such as the brain and heart, can be detected by detailed examination using X-ray
CT systems, contributing to early detection of diseases. The X-ray tube and detector pairing inside the doughnut-shaped
gantry rotates around the patient (at extremely high G-forces up to eight times greater than a roller coaster), creating
high-definition cross-sectional images of the body.
Such CT systems are now undergoing further evolution. In contrast to conventional CT performed with the patient lying
down, in upright CT, the patient is scanned while standing. Upright CT has been developed with Keio University, a leader inadvanced medicine, and Canon Medical Systems, a Canon group company that has continued to rewrite the history of CT.
Upright CT is expected to be used in previously difficult diagnoses such as abnormalities during activities involving weightloading while standing or seated (swallowing, urinating, walking, etc.), and to identify the causes of lower back or knee
pain occurring only under weight loading while standing.

Early detection of risks to healthy longevity connects patients to treatment
Because it can be difficult to remain still while standing, long scans can lead to blurred images. When considering the possibility of upright CT, Keio University focused on the technological capabilities of Canon Medical Systems, who had achieved
the world’s first high-speed, high-definition 320-row CT scanner capable of scanning a 16-cm width in 0.35 seconds,* andbegan joint development. The best technologies developed by Canon Medical Systems over the years were utilized to solve
the challenges of vertically moving a gantry that generates extremely high centrifugal forces. Upright CT eliminates theneed for the patient to remove their shoes and lie down. Not only is the examination time shorter, but contactless examination can also minimize the risk of infection.
As population aging progresses and importance is placed on healthy lifespan, Keio University Hospital is proceedingwith clinical research into the effectiveness of upright CT for early detection of functional decline and diseases that affecthealth, and determining pelvic floor muscle looseness and the severity of heart failure by comparing images obtained in thelying position.
The history of upright CT is still in its transformation stage. Canon will continue to pursue the possibilities of upright CT
in order to meet the expectations of a society aiming for healthy longevity.
*As of January 2018 (according to research by Canon)

Seated scanning is also possible using specially designed equipment
such as a swallow study chair or a wheelchair

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In clinical research at Keio University Hospital, CT images obtained fromstanding and lying scans were compared
Upright CT used at Keio University Hospital
A 16-cm-wide 320-row scan can be acquiredin 0.275 seconds

Medical Group

Our technology helps physicians to moreaccurately perform diagnosis and implement
personalized treatments.

on image interpretation, which is becoming a significant burden.
Using a wealth of clinically acquired image data and providing
analysis results using AI,*3 Canon simplifies interpretation of
strokes, bone metastases, and other diseases. We are also
focusing on DX to reduce the burden on healthcare professionals, such as by achieving time-series integrated display ofpatient diagnostic images, medication history, and daily vital
signs such as body temperature and blood pressure.
Diagnostic ultrasound system used for detailed liver examinations at Hyogo Medical
University Hospital*3. AI technology is used in the design stage. The system does not have selflearning capabilities.

times. X-ray systems are also actively used in the therapeutic

In vitro diagnostic systems with highthroughput

field: for example, for vascular fluoroscopy during surgery.

For in vitro diagnostics, Canon aims to provide total solutions foris reduced by lower exposure dose and shorter examination*1. System that simultaneously acquires CT images for visualizing the anatomy of
the organ, and PET images enabled by administration of a radioactive agent tothe body.
*2. Deep learning is used in the design stage. The system does not have selflearning capabilities.

Healthcare IT reducing the burden on
healthcare professionals

clinical testing by developing automated biochemical analyzers
with high throughput as well as engaging in the diagnostic
reagent business. We also developed an in-vitro diagnostic
testing systems during the COVID-19 pandemic and other infectious disease outbreaks. We continue to respond quickly to theneeds of society.

In recent years, due to higher image definition and increasing
quantities of information, physicians have to spend more time

CT systems that support more accurate diagnosis and reduced patient burden through higher image quality and lower exposure doses

Growing need for healthcare

worldwide to strengthen existing collaborations already estab-

Challenges associated with global delivery of quality healthcare

lished and under way.

continue to increase. Aging societies and the ongoing fight against
requiring an even stronger focus on health promotion, disease

Diagnostic imaging systems create new clinical value

prevention, advanced testing, diagnosis, and treatment. Canon is

In advanced medicine, diagnostic imaging is indispensable. In CT,

committed to leveraging companywide expertise to deliver

MRI, PET-CT,*1 and ultrasound diagnostic imaging systems, Canon

improved healthcare solutions, in partnership with leading

employs image noise reduction technology that uses deep

academic and medical institutions.

learning technology.*2 As well as contributing to early detectiondiseases are increasing the burden on healthcare workers, allBusiness development with Canon Medical at
the coreof diseases with high-definition images, the burden on patients

Image interpretation software to support observation of changes to bone over time

Focusing on clinical research for photon counting CT applications
Photon counting CT (PCCT) is expected to be the next-generation CT. Unlike

Canon is contributing to advanced medical care in the fields ofconventional CT, X-ray photons are converted directly to electrical signals,

diagnostic imaging, healthcare IT, and in vitro diagnostics.

achieving high definition image quality with minimized noise. PCCT is

Playing a pivotal role, Canon Medical provides solutions for clin-

expected to reduce the radiation dose during image scanning; and theical facilities under the management philosophy “Made for Life”,

capability to identify substances in the body may, for example, support

a commitment to contribute to the health and wellbeing ofdetermination of the degree of malignancy of tumors. Canon uses its CT

patients everywhere.

technology and expertise to accelerate the development of PCCT for stable

Canon’s medical group continues to accelerate global busi-

and reliable performance. We are conducting clinical research in collabora-

ness expansion. In the US - one of the largest and most influential

tion with medical institutions and universities in Japan and overseas forearly clinical application of PCCT.

healthcare markets - the Medical Group is deepening relationships with leading medical, academic and research institutions

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A point-of-care testing solution, the SARS-CoV Rapid Antigen Test System

PCCT at the National Cancer Center

Deep learning*2 is used to minimize image noise. Our MRI also features quiet examinations

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IMAGING
A Danish zoo watches over visitors’ safety
and tracks its animals at night.
Zookeepers use Milestone’s video management software to monitor animals

Testing the durability of network cameras at Axis

Human eyes are not enough for constant surveillance over a much-loved zoo

Zoos need rugged, high-resolution network cameras that perform even in the dark

Opened in 1859, Copenhagen Zoo, in the Danish capital, is the oldest zoo in Northern Europe and one of the oldest in all of Europe.

Curious animals like chimpanzees are very interested in cameras and frequently bang on them. The blows chimpanzees can deliver are

The zoo, which currently holds more than 250 species and 4,000 individual animals on its vast grounds, is a popular destination,

surprisingly powerful, so extremely rugged cameras are a must. Canon Group’s extensive lineup of network cameras prove their worth

attracting more than 1.5 million visitors in some years, thanks to how close visitors can get to the animals. The problem for the zoo’s

in this application because of the rigorous quality testing they undergo. Copenhagen Zoo has now installed over 200 cameras, andstaff, however, is they cannot monitor the many guests and animals on their own.

the zookeepers rave about the video monitoring software, which lets them check video feeds of every inch of the grounds. The system

This is why Copenhagen Zoo installed a network camera system seven years ago. The zoo was looking for a system that could
provide high-resolution images even in dark locations, as they needed to monitor visitors and to track the behavior of animals, manyof which are nocturnal, and detect signs of pregnancies or illnesses. The zoo ended up selecting an array of network cameras andvideo management software from Axis Communications and Milestone Systems, both Canon Group companies.

is also used to monitor visitors and has greatly improved efficiency. For example, if a visitor enters a restricted or dangerous area, staff
can respond immediately.
Canon’s network camera system is indispensable for the zoo as well. When a baby rhino was born, network camera footage wasbroadcast on Danish public TV. Thanks to the myriad combinations of cameras and software to suit the diverse needs of customers,
Canon’s imaging systems are being used in more and more locations around the world.

Canon Group network cameras watch over visitors and animals at the zoo

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Making life more colorful. Sustaining public
infrastructure. The possibilities of imaging are
ever-expanding.

At the forefront of advances in photography
and video culture
Canon’s camera business never stops evolving because it always
pursues what lies beyond the cutting edge. The EOS series ofinterchangeable-lens cameras, for example, is designed for quick
response, comfortable operation, and high image quality in bothCanon 4K broadcast lens used in sports broadcasting

video and still photography. This explains its huge popularity
among a wide demographic, from beginners to pros, especiallythe mirrorless models, along with the extensive lineup of lenses
Canon digital cinema cameras are widely usedin Hollywood, the home of cinemathat render exactly what photographers envision. The company
has also developed new concept cameras, such as vlogging
cameras for fun and easy high-quality image and audio recordings. Canon is also a leader in new imaging experiences, being
among the first to provide XR systems that deliver high image
quality and efficiency, such as the VR system that gives new ways
to enjoy entertainment and other content with highly realistic

Canon’s professional 4K displays provide accurate
color reproduction

3D images and the MR system (see page 30) used in develop-

Actualizing highly realistic video productions

ment and production settings.

Canon broadcast equipment has earned immense trust from TV
stations and production companies the world over, starting withits broadcast lenses that deliver outstanding optical performance and usability. To meet the demands of professionals,
Canon offers integrated end-to-end solutions that range from
Cinema EOS System digital cinema cameras to professional 4K
displays renowned for their ease of use, color reproduction, andskin tone expressiveness.

Canon’s mirrorless cameras and super-telephoto lenses are widely used to photograph fast-moving sports action

Canon is also making previously impossible video expressions
possible, with advances in volumetric video systems (see page

Optical technology that opens up society’s
futureNetwork cameras contribute to safety,
security, and efficiency

Imaging technology from Canon, a longtime leader in cameras andNetwork camera systems are a key part of the infrastructure thatimaging, is continually enlarging imaging possibilities. Canon pairs

protects communities from crime, natural disasters, and otheroptical technology, a core strength since its founding, with AI andincidents. Canon provides solutions to social issues in various

other digital technology to provide imaging experiences that bringforms, such as cameras and video content analysis software.

joy to people and to improve public infrastructure in such areas as

Canon also helps make Smart Cities a reality by developing solu-

community safety and security and factory automation. The

tions that advance DX, which will be essential to a sustainable

Canon’s strength is having all the elements that make up network

company is also developing new technologies, such as video

society. Applications include monitoring road traffic volumes,

camera systems within its Group: cameras, video management systems

content analytics, VR, AR,

ensuring safety at manufacturing sites, and assessing conditions(VMS) that record and manage camera footage, and video content

and MR, and robotic vision,

at medical and caregiving facilities.

analytics (VCA) software. Canon Inc. provides both cameras and facial

30) that create videos viewable from any angle and in remotecamera systems (see page 29) that improve workflow efficiency
Cameras made for vlogging offer quick and convenient video recording

at video production locations.

Solutions that freely combine cameras, video management, and analytics

recognition and other VCA software; Axis, the world leader in network

thereby paving the way to acameras, designs cameras with AI-powered video analytics; Milestone’s

brighter future.
Axis (based in Sweden)

Milestone (based in Denmark)VMS supports over 13,000 camera models; BriefCam produces
outstanding video synopsis technology; and Arcules provides cloudbased video management services. Utilizing the synergy among thesecompanies, the Canon Group constructs solutions aligned with thechallenges customers face.

A VR lens for mirrorless cameras that
captures 180-degree 3D VR images

Another Group strength is open platforms. This approach enables theintegration of cameras and apps from other companies, giving companies
BriefCam (based in Israel)

Arcules (based in the U.S.)

the flexibility to build and expand their own network camera systems.

A network camera watches over a quality inspection process

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INDUSTRIAL
As semiconductors evolve,
semiconductor production is also
moving forward.
Nanoimprinting — a game-changer for semiconductor device production
Semiconductor devices are vital for our modern convenience and lifestyles. The technologies that will transform society— such as autonomous driving, the metaverse, and generative AI — would not exist without advances in semiconductor
devices. A crucial step in producing semiconductor devices, which involves forming repeated microscopic electrical circuits
on a semiconductor wafer,*1 is transferring the circuit patterns onto a resin material, called the resist, that is applied to thewafer. Lithography, the most common technology today, uses light controlled by lenses to expose the circuit patterns
onto the wafer. However, to create higher performing devices, circuit linewidths must be made finer, which requires larger
light sources and enormous amounts of power.
Canon’s nanoimprint lithography (NIL) technology is expected to revolutionize current practices in semiconductor
production. NIL is a simple process in which superfine patterns, called masks, are pressed into the resist, much like a stamp,
to form circuits. This simplicity means the equipment can be much smaller and use much less energy.
*1. Wafers are extremely thin semiconductor slices

NIL might be used to fabricate not only 3D nanostructures but also cutting-edge
semiconductor devices
The most advanced semiconductor logic devices*2 today are produced with 5 nm node*3 technology. The node requires aminimum circuit linewidth of 14 nanometers. In the world of nanometers (nm), which represent a billionth of a meter, themain roadblocks are contamination by fine particles, overlay accuracy, and the technology to remove the mask from theresist. Canon has solved these issues with alignment and measurement technologies it developed for semiconductor production equipment and new technologies that inhibit fine-particle generation and contamination. In 2023, Canon finallylaunched a nanoimprint semiconductor manufacturing system that can mass produce 5 nm node devices with one-tenth thepower of a conventional system. There are hopes that the technology will support the next-generation 2 nm node as well.
In addition to producing semiconductor devices, nanoimprinting is a low-cost
technology for forming finely detailed, complex 3D structures. For example, flat
lenses that control light with 3D structures having geometries smaller than the
wavelength of visible light are no longer merely a dream but a reality. We canlook forward to nanoimprinting-inspired breakthroughs in many industries.
*2. Semiconductor devices, such as CPUs, that process data, perform controls, and carry out otherfunctions as the brains of electronic devices*3. Nm nodes are how the generations of semiconductor manufacturing process technologies
are named

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NIL forms tiny complex patterns in one pass
RemoveNanoimprint lithography process
Resist

5. 0 0 μm

Mask
Mask

Wafer

Wafer

Wafer

Inkjet technology is used to dispense
droplets of liquid resin to the wafer surface
in accordance with the circuit pattern

A mask embossed with the circuit patternis pressed like a stamp directly into theresist applied to the wafer

Ultraviolet light is used to solidify the resinand form the circuit patterns, after which
the mask is removed from the resin
The FPA-1200NZ2C3 nanoimprint semiconductor
manufacturing system launched in October 2023

Industrial Group

Super-precision technology drives
semiconductor and display innovation.

films with vacuum film deposition technology. For the bonding
process, Canon Machinery, a producer of labor-saving automation equipment, manufactures die bonders for handling thin dies(semiconductor chips). These Group companies, along with
Canon Tokki, are consolidating their technologies with a focus
on opening up new business domains.
For the packaging process, which involves stacking multiple
semiconductor chips or integrating chips with multiple functions,such as those for GPU* and memory, Canon supplies equipment
for making larger packages with connecting lithography and

FPD lithography equipment exposes display circuits on glass substrates

super-precise interconnections. In these ways, Canon is pushing
the performance of semiconductor devices.

both LCDs and OLEDs, for smartphones, tablets, computers, and*Graphics processing unit — an arithmetic processor for games and AI

large-screen high-definition TVs.

Driving the adoption of OLED displays
The use of OLED displays is rising rapidly, from smartphones tolarge-screen TVs, thanks to their superior energy efficiency, thinlightweight designs, and rendering of deep shades of black.
Group company Canon Tokki was the first company to globallycommercialize OLED mass production equipment, which wasonce thought impossible due to various challenges. Since then,the company has single-handedly taken on the ever-­increasing
demand. In addition to spearheading OLED mass production,
Canon Machinery’s die bonder bonds dies with high speed and precision

Lithography equipment for advanced semiconductor packaging that connects multiple semiconductor chips at high densities

methods.

Canon is involved in the crucial exposure and deposition

Canon continues to support advanced
electronics manufacturing

accumulated expertise. The solutions cover four areas: semicon-

processes for the production of LCDs and OLED displays. Canon

ductors; displays that are the inputs and outputs between people

flat panel display (FPD) lithography equipment exposes very thin

To attain an abundant and sustainable society, the electronics

and IT; measurement instruments used extensively in the industrial

display circuits on large substrates. With this super-precisionindustry must innovate further. This is particularly true for semi-equipment field; and data solutions that bring DX to production.

technology, Canon supports the production of beautiful displays,

conductors, the technological base of all industries, including

Through these solutions, Canon supports the advancement oflogic, memory, and sensors that control equipment and process

manufacturing needed for society to progress.

data, power devices that are essential for higher energy efficien-

OLED display production
equipment manufactured by
Canon Tokki (conceptual image)

Canon’s Industrial Group offers many manufacturing solu-

Covering nearly all semiconductor production
processes

Lithography Plus, a data solution for soaring semiconductor device production

tions that combine and distill its super-precision technology andSince launching Japan’s first semiconductor lithography system

Semiconductor lithography equipment, which exposes superfine circuit patterns, requires regular maintenance and adjustments.

in 1970, Canon has contributed to the production of semicon-

However, semiconductor device manufacturers, seeking faster production and higher yields,*1 need equipment with near-zero downtime.

cies, and semiconductor devices for communications.

Semiconductor production processes
Semiconductor device manufacturing processes
Wafer

Film
deposition

Exposure(front-end
process)

Exposure(back-end
process)

Bonding

Inspection

Semiconductor
devicePackage substrate manufacturing processes
Substrate

Circuitstacking

Cutting

Segmenting

Solderformation

Packagesubstrate

Semiconductor
product

Display production processes
Glasssubstrate

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FPD lithography equipment produces
high-definition displays

Canon Tokki is engaged in developing new OLED manufacturingFilm
deposition
Coating

Development
Exposure

ductor devices, covering nearly all semiconductor production

Canon meets these demands with Lithography Plus, a DX service. The service

processes that require complex and super-precise operations.

gathers equipment status data remotely and helps schedule part replacements and

For the lithography process, Canon’s lithography equipment,

maintenance based on the collected data. Lithography Plus also detects signs ofwhich utilizes i-line (mercury) or KrF (krypton fluoride) as a lightpotential trouble and initiates automatic recovery. When manual recovery is neces-source, is used worldwide to produce essential semiconductorsary, remotely located Canon engineers provide instructions to onsite operators.

devices such as logic and memory chips, 5G communication

Additionally, when a manufacturer is starting up production for a new device,devices, and power devices for automobiles. Through remote

Canon offers recipes*2 that encapsulate its expertise in semiconductor production,

services that advance DX, Canon helps boost the productivity ofso high yield targets can be achieved from the outset.

semiconductor device manufacturers.
EtchingVapor
deposition

Cutting

Display
Encapsulation

For the film deposition process, Canon ANELVA, a Group*1. Yield is the percentage of devices produced that perform within specifications*2. Recipes are the production conditions that vary depending on the device or manufacturing process

Canon engineers provide advice while watching onsite
footagecompany, produces sputtering equipment that forms thin metal

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Aiming to be a Major Player in Our Future Society

New Businesses

CMOS sensors are used everywhere,
from astronomical observations toelectron microscopes

Canon integrates its technological strengths
fully to foster a series of new businesses.

CMOS image sensors are used extensively in cameras andsmartphones. Canon has a lineup of CMOS sensors for
specialized applications like security, medical, astronomy,
and space, with such features as ultra-high pixel counts,
ultra-high sensitivity, and HDR.* Canon also produces
global-shutter CMOS sensors,which expose all pixels at once
for distortion-free images offast-moving objects. Globalshutter sensors are used forrecording video and in electron
500 . 0 nm
A carrot leaf viewed through an electron microscope with a Canon CMOS sensor(Image courtesy of JEOL Ltd.)

microscopes.
*High dynamic range

A CMOS sensor of
the type equipped onelectron microscopes

Taking on the space business challenge — fromsatellite development and production to launch
The space business — which encompasses rocket and satellite development, production, and launches as well as communications andsatellite imagery / location information services — has enormous
Image taken at night with the MS-500 ultra-high-sensitivity camera at a location more than 7 kilometers from Haneda Airport

growth potential.

An ultra-high-sensitivity camera that captures color images inlow light, and a SPAD sensor eyed for many applications

ness, building on its precision machinery and optics technologies.

In 2023, Canon released the MS-500 ultra-high-sensitivity camera equipped with thehave been launched into space to take Earth surface and astronom-

world’s first* color-photography SPAD sensor. When paired with the superior super-­telephoto performance of Canon’s broadcast lenses, the MS-500 can take clear images ofCanon Electronics, a Group company, has entered the space busiThree micro-satellites developed and produced by the company

The 3.2 megapixel SPAD
sensor developed by Canon

ical images while in-house developed sensors and mechanicalassemblies ensure precise orientation control. The micro-satellites

objects several kilometers away even in very dark conditions. This system addresses theare continually sending images back to Earth. In addition, SPACE

needs of advanced surveillance systems designed to capture precise images, day andONE, an affiliate of Canon Electronics, has completed constructionnight, at ports, public infrastructure installations, and other facilities.

of Japan’s first privately owned launch complex in Kushimoto,

SPAD sensors count the individual light particles (photons) that reach each pixel,

Wakayama, and has been working toward launching rockets.

taking advantage of light’s photon properties. This gives the sensor its high sensitivity andability to capture clear images even in low-light conditions. Canon successfully developed
a SPAD sensor in 2021 with pixel count of 3.2 megapixels. The sensor uses a unique structure that extends its photosensitive area across the entire pixel, making it possible to havea high pixel count and high sensitivity, while keeping the sensor compact.

The MS-500 is the world’s first ultra-­high-sensitivity, interchangeable-­lens
camera equipped with a SPAD sensor

Another advantage of SPAD sensors is their very fast data processing speed on theorder of 100 picoseconds (one-trillionth of a second), which enables them to capture lighttrails moving at about 300,000 kilometers (7.5 times the Earth’s circumference) per
second. SPAD sensors are expected to be put to use in such areas as autonomous driving,
medical imaging and diagnostic equipment, and scientific measuring instruments.
*The first camera equipped with a color-photography SPAD sensor as of July 31, 2023 (based on Canon research)

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Canon Electronics’ third
micro-­satellite reachedorbit about 670 km above
Earth in February 2024

The micro-satellites can capture wide-area high-resolution images
thanks to improved orientation controls (Paris, France)

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New Businesses

Infrastructure inspection solutions use AI tofind aging concrete structures
Canon is devising inspection solutions for bridges, tunnels, andRemote camera systems unlock new
potential for video production

other concrete structures as services to help address aging public

Production houses often cannot get enough personnel orinterchangeable lenses together with robotic pan tilt heads,* drones,

access to fully cover live sporting events or concerts. For theseand other platforms to identify cracks as small as 0.05 mm widesituations, Canon offers remote camera systems that ensure

using Canon’s extensive imaging know-how. Image processing

the game-deciding plays or peak dramatic performances

services precisely compose multiple captured images, perform

are never missed. The systems integrate Canon’s imaging

orthorectification, and remove obstructions thatand network technologies to control up to 200 cameras via

hide inspection targets. In addition, defect detection

LAN connections.

services find cracks, exposed rebar, and spalling using

infrastructure worldwide.
Imaging services use high-performance Canon cameras andIn systems that shoot with both manual and automatedcameras, remote cameras situated in multiple positions shootautomatically, following the instructions of the camera oper-

AI powered by deep learning. This suite of services
enables efficient, state-of-the-art inspections.

Remote cameras move according to the instructions of the main camera operator

ator manually controlling the main camera. The remote

Scan for
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The infrastructure inspection service provides high-resolution images*A base that attaches to a camera and adjusts the orientation
and angle

cameras can be set to automatically track the main subject or
to automatically record another subject not being tracked by
the main camera. Remote cameras can also shoot eventsfrom positions not seen before, such as places where camera

Indoor PTZ remotecameraoperators would be in the way. Canon supplies the remote

Digital cinema
cameraMR systems display life-sized CG images inreal-world environments*

PTZ cameras themselves, tailored for the filming location,with image quality on par with commercial video cameras. In
total, these remote camera systems can be expected to

Outdoor PTZ remotecameraProfessional
camcorder

deliver both high image quality and efficient, low-cost

Volumetric video systems instantly create
3D data for XR applications viewablefrom any angle

recording workflows, along with video expressions taken

Volumetric video technology converts entire spaces into 3D

from novel perspectives.

digital data, based on images captured by multiple cameras,
Controller

to create video viewable from any position or angle. As a

Remote camera system can connect to various devices

pioneer in this technology, Canon has provided unprece-*PTZ: Pan, Tilt and Zoom

dented video experiences in the entertainment field andthrough broadcasts of rugby, soccer, basketball, baseball,
Life-size CG images can be displayed in a real-world environment viewed througha HMD

Highly functional coating materials absorb
light and prevent reflections and fouling

Mixed reality (MR) systems go one step beyond virtual reality

Canon has perfected many proprietary coating materials in theimages to provide a realistic experience as if the actual object

process of developing its camera lenses. These include trans-

were right in front of you.

(VR), which uses only CG images, to fuse the real world with CG

parent anti-reflective materials that prevent light reflections;

Canon combines images captured by cameras mounted on ahydrophilic materials that both prevent water droplets fromhead-mounted display (HMD) with computer graphics createdforming in rain and use the dispersed water to wash away dirt;

from 3D-CAD and other sources, using spatial alignment tech-and black anti-reflective materials that absorb light efficiently.

nology that follows the user’s movements to achieve an

Canon is now aiming to develop new businesses around theseoverwhelming sense of realism. With improvements such as

highly functional materials as solutions that address social

wider fields of view and lighter HMDs, MR systems are finding

issues and needs beyond imaging.

a greater range of applications in manufacturing, marketing,For example, applying a hydrophilic coating on glass surfaces

and other sports. In 2023, in collaboration with other companies, Canon opened a studio in Toranomon
Hills, Tokyo, offering integrated services, fromrecording to distribution, as a co-creation
space with companies and creators acrossScan for
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many industries and domains. The studiostreams live performances using volumetricdata around the world.

entertainment, and education.

can give the glass a self-cleaning function, which disperses rainwater before droplets are formed and washes away dirt andScan for
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contaminants. Canon has also succeeded in developing thetechnology to encapsulate antibacterial and antiviral agents
into hydrophilic coating materials. Materials like these are likely
to find applications in the kitchen and sanitary fields.
Coating materials expected to be used in the mobility field (conceptual image)

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A lightweight,
easy-to-wear HMD

Generating 3D spatial data (right) from a real image (left)

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Sustainability

Canon Eco Technology Park, Communications Base for Sustainability Activities
Canon Eco Technology Park, an advanced resource recycling center based on a “clean and silent” design concept that overturns
the conventional image of recycling operations, has a fully automated recycling line for toner and ink cartridges. The park features

Canon proactively undertakes sustainability activities to realize a sustainablefactory tours, an interactive showroom, and online environmental classes for elementary school students. It also serves as a hub

society based on its corporate philosophy of kyosei. Canon reduces thefor disseminating information on Canon’s environmental activities.

environmental impact of products over their entire life cycle and contributes
to solutions for the problems our society faces to enable affluent lifestyles
while protecting the environment. In addition, Canon takes the initiative in awide range of sociocultural support activities.
Climate change and resource efficiency initiatives
Canon aims to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions for entire product lifecycle by 2050. The company is engaged inproactive efforts to reduce emissions and is on pace to reach its emission reduction targets by 2030 in line with
SBTi* criteria. In addition, Canon recycles resources at five sites around the world so resources can continue tobe used (see page 14).

Canon Eco Technology Park (Bando City, Ibaraki Prefecture)*Science Based Targets initiative, a global body that promotes setting greenhouse gas emission reduction targets in line with climate science

Responsible supply chain procurement
activities

Human rights initiatives
Canon established the Canon Group Human Rights Policy, a statement that expresses its commitment toCanon joined the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), a coali-

respect and protect human rights. Under this policy, the company is undertaking human rights due diligence,tion of companies that promotes socially responsible global

instituting and operating a grievance mechanism, conducting human rights awareness training, promoting

supply chains. The company formulated the Canon Supplier

activities aimed at engaging with stakeholders on human rights issues, and addressing human rights risks in the
supply chain.

Code of Conduct based on the RBA Code of Conduct. In
For details visit
Canon’s
Sustainability
websiteCorporate governance initiatives
Canon believes it is essential to improve management transparency and strengthen management supervisory

collaboration with suppliers, Canon promotes procurement
activities that take into consideration labor, occupational healthand safety, the environment, corporate ethics, and management systems throughout its entire global supply chain.

functions in order to continuously increase corporate value. Acting on this belief, Canon has established a

A meeting with a suppliersound corporate governance structure by enhancing the effectiveness of its various boards and committees.

As a manufacturer, Canon places priority on contrib-

Education assistance projects tonurture creativity and provide young
people with a brighter future

uting to decarbonization and improvement of resource

As a leader in the imaging field, Canon supports

efficiency. Canon’s Green Platform, a company-widesocial investment projects that foster creativity andtechnology platform, is used to collect and practicetechnical skills among young people. With the goal

environmentally conscious systems and technologies

of creating a sustainable future, Canon holds

for each product lifecycle stage — design, production,

photography and videography workshops aroundand reuse.

the world. In Africa, the company assists skills

Green Platform
DesignPower-saving,
Resource-saving,
Circular design
Procurement

Business
Partners

Green Platform

Materials

Reuse
Repair,
Reuse,
RecycleDecarbonization
Resource
Efficiency

Transportation

Products

Production
Reduction of Power,
Waste,and Water

Customer
Use

Canon will work to enhance the Green Platform

training programs for young people who aspire tothrough technological progress and initiatives in newwork in the fields of photography and printing.

domains, as well as further reduce environmental
impacts.

Young Africans participate in a video workshop (Kenya)

Canon’s Green Platform

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Research &Development

Continuous development ofworld-leading advanced devices
Relying on its technical competencies in development
and production, Canon has commercialized SPAD
sensors (see page 27), CMOS sensors (see page 28),
inkjet print heads, and many more products. In 2022, theCanon has accumulated a vast stockpile of technologies, with imaging

company successfully developed an extremely compact

technologies at the core, such as value creation technologies in materials

semiconductor light source that emits terahertz waves*— an unexplored area of the electromagnetic spectrum.

development and manufacturing, together with technologies contributed byWith this pedigree, Canon will surely continue to developGroup companies.

world-leading devices.

The company conducts research and development to generate new value*Terahertz waves are electromagnetic waves located in the frequency
bands between radio waves and light waves that possess the permeability of radio waves and the directionality of light waves

for the coming generations, based on a holistic development environment inwhich these technologies can be combined in a multitude of complex and

The semiconductor terahertz light source developed by Canon

Image processing technology that takes lens and sensor characteristics into consideration

flexible ways.

Over its long track record of developing and manufacturing cameras, Canon has continuously pursued image processing technology to realize the images and video people truly want to see. Canon’s deep learning based image processing is trained on its

Prioritizing technology is in Canon’s corporate DNA

enormous image data accumulated in camera and lens development processes. The result is noise removal, color correction, andCanon was founded on the dream of “building the world’s best camera.” Over the years, the emphasis on

tone correction that account for lens and sensor characteristics. And for image processing in network cameras, Canon has devel-

exceptional technology has been passed down through Canon’s corporate DNA.

oped practical image quality enhancement technologies that can remove fog and haze and provide clear images even at night.

Core competency management
Canon has three technology domains: core competency technologies that produce Canon’s world-classproducts and services; fundamental technologies that are the basis for technology accumulation; and value
creation technologies that support commercialization. Core competency management is how Canon combinesthese domains in multiple ways, in order to diversify its business portfolio and enhance its existing businesses.

Open innovation
Canon actively promotes the use of open innovation and alliances that link Canon technology with the knowledge
and technology of like-minded universities and companies, in order to create a new, unprecedented future.

For details
visit Canon’sTechnology
websiteAn image with reduced sharpness due to fog and haze

The same image after applying Canon’s image processing and correction

R&D on a process to automate the establishment and culture of autologous iPS cells*1

In-house materials development for
novel products

Autologous iPS cells, made from the patient’s own cells, are expected to contribute to minimized risk of immune rejection, one ofCanon develops its own materials that underpin its

the challenges in regenerative medicine.

outstanding products. Examples include optical glass,Canon is conducting joint research with the CiRA Foundation (CiRA_F), founded bylens coatings, color materials, conductive materials,

Kyoto University, to establish and culture stable-quality autologous iPS cells at low cost,and heat-transfer materials. The Canon Materials Bankdrawing on its quality control and manufacturing technologies and medical systems

stores data on all the material properties the company

development capabilities.*2

has researched. The key materials that boost businessWe are working on the practical application of a device that separates only the cells

competitiveness are developed efficiently, by making

that potentially differentiate into iPS cells from blood and automates an integrated

extensive use of AI-driven material informatics andprocess from establishment to long-term culture of iPS cells.

molecular simulations to derive the molecular struc-*1. A condition in which the cells can be stably incubated and cultured while maintaining their properties*2. Joint research started in 2019 with CiRA, Kyoto University, now succeeded by CiRA_F, which was establishedin 2020tures of target materials.

Autologous iPS cell production equipment(mock-up), Canon EXPO 2023

Research and development into OLED materials

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Manufacturing &QualityPursuing Canon Quality withoutcompromises
To maintain and improve Canon Quality, which isa pledge of safety, security, and satisfaction tocustomers, the company has an array of quality
testing facilities that comply with official stan-

Canon is actively engaged in promoting further automation and in-housedards and related regulations and conducts

production to reach the ultimate in manufacturing craftsmanship. At the

rigorous in-house quality testing and quality
control procedures. Canon has systems in placesame time, it faithfully passes on veteran skills and knowledge and stimulates

to respond quickly to changes in the legal andcreativity and ingenuity at production sites. The company works to improvesecurity landscape.

and ensure Canon Quality at each stage of the product lifecycle to meet andsatisfy the trust and expectations of customers.
Quality tests on a digital commercial printer performed in an anechoic chamber that is notaffected by electromagnetic interference

Establishment of mother factories
Canon’s mother factories are the model for its factories worldwide. Tasked with integrating development, design,
production engineering and manufacturing, mother factories are at the forefront of Canon’s efforts to advance
automation and in-house production, which spur the company’s manufacturing evolution.

For details visit
Canon’s
ManufacturingwebsiteChie-Tech

Globally optimized production forprompt and efficient delivery of
products and services worldwide
Canon locates sites based on a comprehensive
view of infrastructure, costs, tax systems, logistics,

Chie-Tech is a symbol of Canon’s manufacturing prowess; namely, conceiving and building its own production

labor, supply chains, and other factors that vary

equipment that minimizes waste and excess. Not only does Canon make its own tools and jigs, but it also builds

between countries to meet changing socioeco-

equipment that replaces or supersedes expensive systems from outside vendors.

For details visit
Canon’s
Quality
websiteNo claims, no trouble

nomic conditions. Production is done at the most
optimal sites that can respond quickly and appropriately to various contingencies.

No claims, no trouble has remained the constant foundational principle of Canon Quality since its adoption in 1964.
Canon works to improve its quality no matter the era, prioritizing both the safety of products and services andcustomer satisfaction and establishing its own quality management system.
Canon Hi-Tech (Thailand) is responsible for manufacturing inkjet printers

Further enhancing in-house production
and automation

Meister and Master Craftsmen systems forhoning skills and passing down expertise

Canon’s dedication to manufacturing is one of its

Canon’s most skilled technicians are awarded the title ofgreatest strengths. For quality assurance and lower costs,

Master Craftsman, while those who help advance Canonkey devices and components as well as manufacturing

production through their skills and knowledge of assembly andand inspection equipment are produced in-house.

component processing earn the title of Meister. Skilled workers

Moreover, products are designed from the outset forpass their valuable expertise to the next generation. Thisease of automation, and product assembly, inspection,

superb know-how spurs the evolution of Canon manufac-

sorting, and packaging processes are automated withturing, including automation.

equipment developed and produced by Canon.

Master Craftsman of lens polishing (Utsunomiya Plant)
Automated production line for interchangeable lenses

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Canon’s regional marketing companies deliver Canon products and services
to every corner of the world. These companies work to bolster connections
with customers, in keeping with local regional characteristics. They also
provide solutions to meet customer needs, making use of non-Canon
products where appropriate .

AMERICAS

ASIA & OCEANIA

Canon U.S.A. oversees sales and marketing opera-

Canon China and Canon Marketing Asia oversee

tions in North, Central, and South America. The

operations in China and South Asia & Southeast Asia

company has expanded sales of the EOS R System

respectively. In one strategic market, India, Canonand Cinema EOS System in response to growth inMarketing Asia set up Live Offices in Mumbai andvideo streaming demand. It has also set up a high-Kolkata in 2023, where potential customers could

quality service system for commercial printers,

experience new products tailored to different usage

covering all 50 U.S. states, that has earned high praise

scenarios. Canon China is developing product andfrom customers.

marketing strategies better suited to the China

For details, visit
Canon China’s
websitemarket under the slogan “In China, For China.” Canon

Canon U.S.A.’s development and production

China was also the sole non-Chinese company thatsubsidiary in Virginia has established, through open
innovation, a mass production system for aqueous

For details, visit
Canon U.S.A.’s
websitesolutions of silk fibroin, the protein silkworms use toparticipated as an Official Sponsor in the 19th Asian

For details, visit
Canon Marketing
Asia’s website

Games in Hangzhou. Canon continues to increase
recognition of the Canon brand in Asia.

construct their cocoons. Canon is pushing ahead with
developing medical, food, and other applications andgenerating new businesses in the United States.

A mass production system for aqueous solutions of silk has been established in the
United States using Canon’s production and material design technologies

EMEA

JAPAN

Canon Europe oversees business in the EMEA region

The Canon Marketing Japan (CMJ) Group provides— Europe, Middle East, and Africa —and operates inCanon products and original solutions to thesome 120 countries and regions. Its mission is toJapan market. CMJ, a MIRAI Marketing Company

expand business in the commercial and industrialthat creates tomorrow through the power of mar-printing, office digital services, and BtoB imaging

keting, develops businesses that integrate Canon

fields, while also opening up business in developing

products and IT solutions, engages in generating

regions. The company promotes the EMEA brandnew businesses, and expands the scope of its

purpose — Imaging to transform our world —social issue solutions. In order to realize its statedthrough highly visible sponsorships, such as the 2023

purpose of “Bringing together hopes and ideas

Rugby World Cup in France, where alongside its

with technologies to create a future beyond imag-

support for pro photographers, Canon Europe has

For details, visit
Canon Europe’s
websiterun mentorship programs to train young photogra-

For details, visit
Canon Marketing
Japan Group’s
websiteining,” CMJ leverages its strengths — imaging andIT, its customer base, and its talent — to tackle thecreation of new value.

phers from participating countries and regions.
Proposing future-facing business support at a Canon Europe-sponsored commercial andindustrial printing exhibition (CPP, in Poing)

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Canon cameras played a prominent role at the 19th Asian Games, where Canon China
was an Official Sponsor

Promoting value propositions to a wide range of customers at a hybrid real-online event

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