Japanese design, global production.
Nikon was formed in 1917 by combining Japanese optical businesses. Its current Z cameras and NIKKOR lenses continue that emphasis on optics, mechanics and imaging science.
- 1917
Japanese optical firms unite
Nippon Kogaku begins producing precision optical equipment.
- 1959
The Nikon F
A professional SLR establishes a durable camera system.
- Today
The Z system
Mirrorless bodies and NIKKOR lenses continue the optics lineage.



