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History

Nikon continues to push the boundaries of optical technology. Nikon's history is one of challenges and exploration in the world of optics.

Corporate History

Major events and steps taken by Nikon since its foundation in 1917.

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  • Recollections

    This series takes us into the archives to reveal some of Nikon's long-selling products, artifacts and technologies.

  • Discover Nikon's History!

    In this game, players learn a series of stories from Nikon's history by solving quizzes, puzzles and other "missions".

  • NIKKOR—The Thousand and One Nights[Open in a new window]

    A wide variety of essential, interesting articles about the NIKKOR range of lenses.