As far as cameras go, Canon is a far superior product. Based on my own experience, Canon cameras last longer and perform more efficiently. The company also updates its products often and continues to advance itself as technology grows. The company’s first name was Kwanon, which was used as a trial, but was never released on the market. Once the name was changed, the original logo for Canon was designed in 1935. It was very basic and simple, but contained a unique “C,” in which the top was curved inward and ended in a sharp point. That style of letter was not available in Europe or North America, thus improving Canon’s global appeal.

As the company grew, their name changed and they soon adapted new business styles and a new logo. In 1953, another version of the logo was released and then perfected in 1955. That final version is still the logo that is used today. Canon is a company that is so confident in their quality that they have felt strong about their design for half a century.

-Nora Reed