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• Canon Europe, world leader in imaging solutions and Imaging Partner of the British Fashion Council, is participating in 12 exciting initiatives underway as part of its official sponsorship of London Fashion Week and London Fashion Weekend. 
  
• Aimed at celebrating the Power of Image and sharing Canon’s imaging expertise with the fashion industry, the projects include collaboration with outstanding photographers, designers and bloggers.
  
• Highlights of the Canon initiatives are captured in behind-the-scene insights revealed in a series of Canon video interviews by seasoned fashion blogger Andy Torres from StyleScrapbook.com.
  
• Leading professional photographer Clive Booth also explains what it means to be a fashion photographer and the creation story behind British designer Henry Holland’s look book; the iconic image portfolio that defines a designer’s collection.
  
• Canon Europe also worked with three other designers – David Koma, Michael van der Ham and Holly Fulton – to create their own images and look books, which have also been published on Canon printers, allowing designers to start using them immediately after the event.
  
• New collection look books are also used at other European Fashion Weeks by the designers in marketing their collections. 
  
• As Official Imaging Partner for the British Fashion Council and Official Sponsor of London Fashion Week for eight years, Canon has offered support to photographers throughout the week via its Canon Professional Services (CPS) photographers’ centre with a team of technicians handing questions, and providing camera repair services and loan facilities.
  
• Canon has also been providing a free bus for all accredited photographers to travel between London Fashion Week venues.
  
• As the Digital Showcasing Partner, Canon Europe has also screened fashion show content for visitors in the Canon Cinema and the Canon Screening Room in Somerset House.
  
• Further initiatives are planned for London Fashion Weekend, during which the Canon Studio will allow visitors to take part in a personalised photo shoot, while working with Elizabeth Arden to provide a truly memorable makeover experience. 
  
• Canon will also provide a range of photography opportunities and experiences to student photographers and the 2012 winners of the Canon Professional Services’ ‘Best Shot’ competition.
  
• London Fashion Week (15-19 February) is the biggest event on the British fashion calendar, with over 5,000 visitors at this year’s event.
  

It is followed by London Fashion Weekend (21-24 February) London’s largest and most exclusive designer shopping event open to the public biannually.

core facts

• Canon Europe, world leader in imaging solutions, has launched six new series of scalable A3 multi-functional devices (MFDs) designed to help customers address today’s business challenges with smarter ways of working
  
• Canon announces the interim findings of its new independent, Pan-European insight report addressing the latest technology and trends in the workplace - with the final insight report due in January 2013
  
• Documents are still central to our working lives with over 80 per cent of end-users across 19 European countries printing every single day, according to the interim results* of an independent ‘Office Insights’ report launched today
  
• Over half of respondents print less nowadays, but 83% believe in the future they will be using their printer or MFD as much as they do today or more; especially for scanning purposes
  
• What they print is now more valuable to them in terms of what is produced and how it is used with good-looking, high-quality documents being a key factor in the success of their organisations
  
• Working patterns are evolving and decision-makers must understand how the requirements of end-users have changed; mobility, security and professional looking documents top the list
  
• The new imageRUNNER ADVANCE platform provides customers with a unique set of capabilities through a new suite of powerful standard and optional software applications
  
• Canon’s simple serverless log-in solution – Universal Login Manager – is available on all new imageRUNNER ADVANCE devices to offer user-level personalisation, usage tracking and access control
  
• A range of solutions is available to integrate with cloud-based workflows and support mobile working, for example Canon Mobile Printing, PRINT & SCAN, Cloud Connect and eCopy Scan to Cloud applications
  
• Canon’s unique iW Desktop Quick Printing Tool allows documents to be professionally finished in-house; for more advanced capabilities, Canon’s iW Desktop provides easy drag and drop functionality to combine and create documents, before editing, personalising and previewing for a professional finish in minutes
  
• imageRUNNER ADVANCE simplifies print-related management and delivers increased up-time with improvements to Canon’s device management solutions, eMaintenance and iW MC
  
• The new imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5200, 6200 and 8200 series will be available from October 2012. The C2200, C7200 and C9200 series will be available from November 2012.
  

* based on 729 interviews; final report based on a survey of 1,500 respondents and 50 in-depth interviews to be published in January 2013

Core Facts

• Canon unleashes a new range of products that empower photographers to explore the Power of Image
  
• New products include the EOS 6D, Canon’s smallest and lightest full-frame DSLR camera to date, as well as a leading range of compact cameras and printers
  
• Canon unveils Project 1709 beta – a new image management platform that allows you to access your entire collection of images, all in one place
  
• The PowerShot G15 joins the PowerShot G-series line-up, launching with Canon’s brightest lens yet
  
• The new PowerShot SX50 HS provides exceptionally compact power and becomes the world’s first compact camera to feature a 50x optical zoom
  
• Joining the S-series, the PowerShot S110 provides the perfect way for photographers to share their images with new Wi-Fi connectivity
  
• Two PIXMA PRO models launch alongside three All-In-One printers and a new SELPHY compact photo printer, with Wi-Fi support across the range
  
• Five new large format printers deliver optimum image quality and colour management for the graphic arts market
  

Cologne, Germany, 17 September 2012 – Canon celebrates photokina 2012 by unveiling an industry-leading range of products that combine outstanding image quality with cutting-edge connectivity. Demonstrating photography’s Power to Connect, Canon’s new range has been created around the concept of connecting people through beautiful imagery, with a range of input and output devices delivering outstanding image quality and seamless sharing functionality side-by-side.
EOS 6D – your entry into the full-frame world
The EOS 6D is a completely new addition to the EOS family, creating a new mid-level model that offers photography enthusiasts an ideal entry point to the full-frame world. Canon’s smallest ever full-frame DSLR and the world’s lightest full-frame camera[1] to date, the EOS 6D launches with an outstanding range of features, including:

• A 20.2 Megapixel full-frame sensor in tough compact body – making it the ideal camera for travel, portrait and landscape photographers who want to capture as much of a scene as possible
  
• Outstanding low-light performance, with a maximum ISO of ISO 25,600 – further extendable to H:102,400
  
• Super-easy sharing with built-in Wi-Fi[2] connectivity, allowing photographers to  wirelessly transfer images to computers, the cloud, or mobile devices
  
• Built-in GPS[3], making it easy for travelling photographers to location-tag images as they are shot 
  
• Full-HD video with complete creative control – extend beyond stills, and make the most of the full-frame sensor by employing an extreme shallow depth of field
  

Project 1709 – all your images, all in one place
photokina 2012 also sees the beta launch of Project 1709, a new image management platform designed to bring a lifetime of images together. Completely cloud-based, the platform is compatible with all browsers, and provides a unique tool that allows photographers to access, organise and enjoy images from multiple sources in one simple place. Key features include:

• The ability to manage of images over multiple platforms, including Facebook – with comments and tags pulled into the service so you can stay connected to friends while you use it. Images can also be uploaded to Facebook directly from the platform, complete with comments  
  
• A clean, tiled interface and easy searching that provides an intuitive way to find any image by name, date, or the device you used to take it
  
• Tools to help improve your photography, with camera image data stored and displayed alongside each image – allowing you to see both the final image, as well as how the shot was taken
  

PowerShot G15 and PowerShot SX50 HS – next-generation lens design
The show also sees the unveiling of the new PowerShot G15 and the
PowerShot SX50 HS – two advanced compact cameras that demonstrated Canon’s expertise in lens design. The PowerShot G15 features the brightest lens in a PowerShot G-series model, with a new f/1.8-2.8 lens that provides photographers with an extra-wide aperture throughout its 5x optical zoom range. The PowerShot SX50 HS is the world’s first compact camera to feature an enormous 50x optical zoom[4], offering unrivalled power that’s complemented by advanced manual control and RAW format support.
Both models feature the very latest Canon camera technologies, including:

• High quality imaging systems powered by DIGIC 5 deliver superior quality stills, Full HD movies, advanced features and excellent camera operation
  
• The HS System – Canon’s high power combination of high sensitivity sensors and DIGIC 5 processing, offering outstanding low-light performance and exceptionally low noise levels in all conditions 
  
• Canon’s industry-leading optical Image Stabilizer with Intelligent IS – ensuring the sharpest image quality throughout each camera’s zoom range
  

PowerShot S110 – power to shoot and share
Canon also unveils the latest model in the highly-popular PowerShot S-series – the new PowerShot S110.  Combining a super compact body with advanced levels of image quality, the PowerShot S110 is the first S-series model to feature Wi-Fi connectivity – enabling users to instantly share their photographs online or with other wireless devices. Small and powerful, it includes a range of features designed for the advanced photographer, including:

• Canon’s HS System, comprising a new 12.1 Megapixel high-sensitivity Canon CMOS sensor with powerful DIGIC 5 processing to provide high levels of image quality in all conditions – including low light
  
• An ultra-wide, 5.0x optical zoom lens designed and developed using Canon’s unrivalled expertise – delivering sharp results throughout the zoom range, and when light is low
  
• New GPS via mobile, an innovative way of tagging images with GPS data using a smartphone
  

PIXMA PRO series – power to impress
Following the launch of the PIXMA PRO-1 in 2011, Canon today adds to its PRO line with two new premium A3+ PIXMA photo printers – the PIXMA PRO-100 and the PIXMA PRO-10. Utilising core Canon technologies – both models feature advanced FINE printing engines with individual inks, integrated Wi-Fi technology and a stylish EOS-inspired design. Each is designed to provide maximum levels of image quality, with a range of features including:

• 10-ink pigment-based (PIXMA PRO-10) and 8-ink dye-based (PIXMA PRO-100) systems with Chroma Optimizer, making the new printers ideal for semi-professional and serious amateur photographers looking for outstanding quality when used with a wide range of media 
  
• Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity – both printers can be paired with multiple PCs, providing a high quality network printer, as well as the option to print wirelessly, or from compatible tablets and smartphones
  
• New Print Studio Pro software provides seamless photo printing from Canon’s Digital Photo Professional and various Adobe Photoshop tools[5]. Additionally, it includes photo editing applications for greater flexibility to fine-tune the look and feel of final prints
  

PIXMA MG-series – power to print your world
Three new premium PIXMA printers produce photo-lab quality prints at home and boast advanced design features. Based on Canon’s FINE print engine, the PIXMA iP7250, PIXMA MG5450 and PIXMA MG6350 provide outstanding quality, alongside the ability to print a wide range of documents and images wirelessly. Key features include:

• Superfast print speeds, compatibility with cost-saving high capacity XL inks, and a Snap Edge design for easy access to replace ink tanks
  
• PIXMA Cloud Link support which includes Google Cloud Print, enabling Google Docs or Gmail attachments (JPEG or PDF files) to be printed on the go from any smartphone, tablet or laptop. Print from online photo albums, and enjoy convenient, cable-free printing direct from compatible stills and video cameras 
  
• The new PIXMA iP7250 is a document and photo printer with fast print speeds and   Wi-Fi connectivity with support for tablet and smartphone printing
  

SELPHY CP900 – wireless photo printing made easy
In addition to new PIXMA models, Canon is also launching its most advanced compact photo printer to date – the SELPHY CP900. Designed for convenience, the
SELPHY CP900 is both portable and delivers lab-quality prints of varying sizes and layouts in less than a minute. Key features of the SELPHY CP900 include:

• Integrated Wi-Fi support for wireless printing directly from smartphones and tablets via Canon’s free Easy-PhotoPrint app[6], and PictBridge via Wireless LAN for printing directly from compatible digital cameras
  
• The ability to print in a range of formats and sizes on a range of SELPHY photographic media, including ID photos and the new square format stickers (5cm x 5cm)
  
• Lightweight, portable design featuring a tilting 6.38 cm (2.7”) colour LCD housing a quick and easy user interface – making printing simple
  
• Direct printing from a range of  devices, including computers, compatible memory cards and USB flash sticks, for maximum convenience
  

For more information on Canon’s new range of products launched at photokina 2012, please visit the Canon Europe Press Centre.
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About Canon Europe
Canon Europe is the regional sales and marketing operation for Canon Inc., represented in 116 countries and employing over 11,000 people across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).
Founded in 1937 with the specific goal of making the best quality camera available to customers, Canon’s tireless passion for the Power of Image has since extended its technology into many other markets and has established it as a world leader in both consumer and business imaging solutions.  Its solutions comprise products, ranging from digital compact and SLR cameras, through broadcast lenses and portable X-ray machines, to multi-function and production printers, all supported by a range of value added services.
Canon invests heavily in R&D to deliver the richest and most innovative products and services to satisfy customers’ creative needs. From amateur photographers to professional print companies, Canon enables each customer to realise their own passion for image.
Canon’s corporate philosophy is Kyosei – ‘living and working together for the common good’. In EMEA, Canon Europe pursues sustainable business growth, focusing on reducing its own environmental impact and supporting customers to reduce theirs using Canon’s products, solutions and services. Canon has achieved global certification to ISO 14001, demonstrating a world-class environmental management standard.
Further information about Canon Europe is available at: www.canon-europe.com
[1] According to Canon research (17 September 2012)
[2] Wi-Fi support varies by device and region
[3] GPS use may be restricted in certain countries or regions. Use of GPS should comply with the laws and regulations of the country and area in which it is being operated including any restriction on the use of electronics
[4] According to Canon research (17 September 2012)
[5] Supported applications include: Canon Digital Photo Professional Ver. 3.12 or later, Adobe Photoshop CS4, CS5, CS5.1, Adobe Photoshop Elements 8, 9, 10 and Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.7, 3.
[6] The SELPHY CP900 currently supports printing from iOS portable devices only. Android support will be released on or after December 2012.

Core Facts

• Canon launches its first ever compact system camera – the EOS M
  
• The EOS M offers users DSLR-quality imaging, the ability to shoot Full HD movies and a range of unique creative features in a stylish, compact and easy-to-use model
  
• Available in a choice of sleek black, glossy white, stylish silver or bold red colours, the EOS M is designed for people to share their everyday passions and adventures through photography
  
• Two new EF-M lenses launch alongside the EOS M - the EF-M 22mm f/2 STM pancake lens and the EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM standard zoom
  
• The new Mount Adapter EF-EOS M allows people to utilise Canon’s extensive range of EF lenses for even more creative freedom
  
• A new Speedlite 90EX flash unit will boxed with every EOS M and is ideal for everyday use
  

London, UK, 23 July 2012 – Canon today expands its award-winning EOS range with the launch of the new EOS M. The company’s first ever compact system camera (CSC), the EOS M is designed for those who use photography to share their everyday passions – from food, to fashion and culture, music and art. Offering DSLR-quality imaging, creative features and Full HD movie creation in a compact and easy-to-use model, the EOS M is the perfect, take-anywhere partner for a new breed of enthusiasts who chronicle their lives through images, without necessarily considering themselves to be ‘photographers’.
The EOS M is available in sleek black, glossy white, stylish silver or bold red colours, and condenses Canon’s renowned EOS imaging heritage into a stylish, compact design. The model launches alongside two new lenses, the EF-M 22mm f/2 STM pancake and the EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM standard zoom, as well as a new compact EX Speedlite – the Speedlite 90EX – providing everything you need to capture stunning images every day. For those who want to push their images even further, the EOS M can also utilise Canon’s extensive range of EF lenses with the new Mount Adapter EF-EOS M, for even more creative freedom.
The quality of a Canon DSLR
Print your favourite moments in poster-size or crop your image for maximum impact –whether shooting the atmosphere of your favourite club or the intricate stitching of the latest must-have handbag – thanks to the EOS M’s high-resolution, 18 megapixel APS-C hybrid CMOS sensor. The large sensor also allows you to artistically blur the background for beautiful portraits, or for close-ups with impact.
With the inclusion of Canon’s DIGIC 5 processor, colours ‘pop’ and skin tones are beautifully natural, whilst a super-fast shutter allows you to capture split-second action. The atmosphere of evening shoots and challenging night-time scenes are also easily recorded in stunning detail thanks to the EOS M’s sensitive native ISO range of 100-12,800 (extendable to 25,600).
For pin-sharp shots and professional-looking footage, this new design features a Hybrid AF System that supports super-fast, accurate AF when shooting stills and movies – allowing you to record any moment with confidence. 
Shoot what you see and easily express your creative vision
Every aspect of the EOS M has been designed to make it simple to capture beautiful, creative, high-quality images. From the very first swipe across the bright, high-resolution, 7.7cm (3.0”), Clear View LCD II Touch screen, the EOS M gives you as much or as little control over your photos as desired. Simply select different shooting modes and settings via the on-screen icons, or let Scene Intelligent Auto adjust the camera settings according to the subject and shooting conditions, leaving you free to focus on composition and selecting the perfect moment to hit the shutter release button.
EOS M users can shoot with the confidence that comes from having the world's most comprehensive photographic system behind them. Whether you want to capture every detail of a close-up or zoom in to frame a subject in the far distance, any one of Canon’s extensive range of EF lenses can be connected via the new Mount Adapter EF-EOS M for photographic flexibility.
With one of Canon’s Speedlite flash units, you can also explore creative lighting techniques to add an extra level of interest to your shots. Alternatively, create unique images with a range of Creative Filters like Toy Camera effect, Grainy B&W or even a filter that mimics the distortion of a fish-eye lens. The filters can be applied before the shot is captured, with the result previewed in Live View, allowing you to experiment with different effects before selecting the perfect treatment for your final image.
Turn film-maker with EOS Movie and Video Snapshot
When a moment calls for more than a still image, the EOS M lets you switch easily to Full HD video with stereo sound for superb results. Video Snapshot mode also helps family and friends avoid long home movie viewing sessions, guiding you to create exciting movies in-camera, with a professionally edited feel.
Extending the EOS System with dedicated accessories
In addition to compatibility with Canon’s existing EF lenses[1], accessories and Speedlites, the EOS M launches with its own bespoke range of compact accessories. Two new EF-M lenses offer portability and high performance when using the new model – the EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM standard zoom and the EF-M 22mm f/2 STM pancake lens. Both feature new Stepper Motor technology for exceptionally smooth AF performance, as well as precision Canon optics, while their compact designs offer the perfect form-factor to complement the camera’s pocket-sized body.
Additionally, the EOS M will ship with the new Speedlite 90EX flash unit as standard. Lightweight and highly-compact, it offers a maximum guide number of nine and supports wide-angle lenses, making it an ideal general-purpose flash for everyday use. A wireless master function also allows the control of multiple flash guns wirelessly, allowing more advanced users to experiment with a range of creative lighting effects.
EOS M – key features

• The quality of a digital SLR in a compact body
  
• Scene Intelligent Auto
  
• Be versatile with interchangeable lenses
  
• Create out-of-focus backgrounds for high impact
  
• Easy-to-use touch-screen
  
• Atmospheric photos in low light
  
• Full-HD video with Video Snapshot Mode 
  

[1] Via Mount Adaptor EF-EOS M 
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Media enquiries, please contact:
Katie Robertson
Canon Europe
t:+44 (0)208 588 8220
e: Katie.Robertson@canon-europe.com
About Canon Europe
Canon Europe is the regional sales and marketing operation for Canon Inc., represented in 116 countries and employing over 11,000 people across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).
Founded in 1937 with the specific goal of making the best quality camera available to customers, Canon’s tireless passion for the Power of Image has since extended its technology into many other markets and has established it as a world leader in both consumer and business imaging solutions.  Its solutions comprise products, ranging from digital compact and SLR cameras, through broadcast lenses and portable X-ray machines, to multi-function and production printers, all supported by a range of value added services.
Canon invests heavily in R&D to deliver the richest and most innovative products and services to satisfy customers’ creative needs. From amateur photographers to professional print companies, Canon enables each customer to realise their own passion for image.
Canon’s corporate philosophy is Kyosei – ‘living and working together for the common good’. In EMEA, Canon Europe pursues sustainable business growth, focusing on reducing its own environmental impact and supporting customers to reduce theirs using Canon’s products, solutions and services. Canon has achieved global certification to ISO 14001, demonstrating a world-class environmental management standard.
Further information about Canon Europe is available at: http://www.canon-europe.com/