Canon announced the development of a new compact multi-purpose module camera
Canon announced the development of a new compact multi-purpose module (action?) camera:
Canon Is Developing A New Compact Multi-Purpose Module Camera
MELVILLE, N.Y., September 12, 2017 – Canon U.S.A., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced that its parent company, Canon Inc., is leveraging the Company’s celebrated and longstanding optical and sensor technologies to develop a new Multi-Purpose Module Camera, the MM100-WS, designed to provide business imaging solutions for new and established companies. Canon Inc. plans to have the new multi-purpose module camera on display in the Canon booths at upcoming tradeshows and events.
The Canon MM100-WS Multi-Purpose Camera features a compact body size of approximately 1.57 in (w) x 1.57 in (h) x .85 in (d). The multi-purpose module camera has a highly customizable body designed to accommodate various module solutions and features a high-level of dust and moisture resistance and durability needed for a wide range of applications. In addition, the camera is capable of capturing images in low-light environments with as little as 1 lux of illumination1.
Upon request, Canon will make available the camera’s Application Programming Interface (API)2, further expanding the customization capabilities of the MM100-WS for a wide range of solutions. Due to its compact body and high scalability, the MM100-WS is an excellent option for video content creation for professional and industrial applications, such as monitoring in narrow spaces, piping inspections, automotive industry, and as a support tool for numerous varieties of verticals.
In the future, to help support businesses utilizing the camera, Canon will develop various modules, accessories and software for the camera to be further customized, helping to meet the needs of end-users and a variety of applications.
Additional Information:
The Canon MM100-WS Multi-Purpose Camera will be on display in the Canon booth at the following upcoming events:
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Event |
Venue |
Date |
| IBC 2017 | RAI Amsterdam, The Netherlands | September 15th-19th, 2017 |
| SEECAT 2017 | Tokyo Big Sight, Japan | October 11th-13th, 2017 |
| Inter BEE 2017 | Makuhari Messe, Chiba, Japan | November 15th-17th, 2017 |