Nikon History

This is an historical outline of Nikon, its cameras and Nikkor lenses. It contains a host of historical facts, materials and related photos.

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Nikon Phyilosphy

We at Nikon Corporation have defined the leading concept behind our business, "Vision Nikon 21" in order to clarify the direction and goals of the Nikon group for the first decade of the 21st century. Emphasizing the philosophy, "Trustworthiness and Creativity," we have also established and enforced our corporate objectives that reflect the integrity of our mission.

Nikon:

• Is trusted and loved by people worldwide.
• Exists and prospers in harmony on all levels throughout the world.

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Since its founding in 1917, Nikon has secured its pace as a pioneer of optical glass technology in Japan. Nowadays, we have gained global acclaim for the manufacture and sale of camera-related products, such as digital cameras, as well as binoculars and other optical products for consumers, such as glasses frames, which complement our diverse array of industrial precision equipment that includes semiconductor-related equipment, notably steppers, microscopes and measuring instruments.

In order to respond quickly to a changing business environment and diversifying needs, we promote structural reform aimed at maximizing management efficiency. We also strive to stay ahead of the times by continuing to put our business philosophy of "Trustworthiness and Creativity" Into practice. Doing so promises to propel us to the leading company in the modern era through the provision of unique products filled with innovation.

Going forward, the Nikon Group intends to make the most of its core competencies -to satisfy consumers in Japan and overseas and to meet needs in a variety of industries.

Nikon Singapore Pte Ltd

For over 40 years, Nikon Corporation has worked in cooperation with Shriro, and their expertise and tireless efforts in the marketing and distribution of our imaging products, binoculars, microscopes and measuring instruments. Shriro have made Nikon one of the top names in each product field in the region.  Nikon would like to take this opportunity to thank Shriro for its excellent performance.

From April 2001, Nikon will be assuming the marketing and distribution responsibilities for our photographic and electronic imaging products and binoculars as well as our microscopes and measuring instruments in Singapore. We will also take over repair  service, ensuring that our customers do not encounter any problems.

Our hope is to maintain the special relationship with dealers and customers that has been carefully cultivated by Shriro over the years. We believe that the new organization will have a positive effect on the strength of Nikon Brand in the region.