Canon Deploys Largest Photographer Support Operation at 2026 Asian Games

HONG KONG, 21st September 2026 — Canon Inc. and Canon Marketing Japan Inc. announced on 15 September that Canon will deploy support operations for photographers and provide technical support for broadcasters covering the 2026 Asian Games. Canon is an official partner of the Games, which will be held primarily in Nagoya.

Canon will operate photographer support facilities at Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium and the Main Press Centre, with the latter being the largest support facility of its kind at the Games. 

Based on its “Zero Downtime” vision, Canon will draw on five decades of experience at major sporting events to help accredited photographers keep downtime to an absolute minimum throughout the Games. Experienced technical staff will provide maintenance and repair services, while replacement equipment will be loaned free of charge when needed. A broad selection of Canon equipment will be available, including the flagship EOS R1 mirrorless camera, the EOS R5 Mark II, and super-telephoto lenses. 

Canon will also provide technical support for broadcasters during the Games. Canon technicians will visit competition venues to inspect and maintain broadcast lenses used for television coverage. At the International Broadcasting Centre, Canon staff will provide technical support for broadcast production systems used by broadcasters across Asia. 

About Canon Hongkong Company Limited 

Canon Inc. (TSE:7751) was founded in 1937 in Japan. Its predecessor, Precision Optical Instruments Laboratory, produced Japan's first 35 mm focal-plane-shutter camera “Kwanon” in 1934. From there, Canon Inc. expanded into the photocopying and printing industries, launching Japan's first plain paper copier NP-1100 in 1970 and the world's first inkjet printer BJ-80 in 1985. Through the years, Canon Inc. has acquired in-depth experience in digital imaging product manufacturing, research and development. Pioneering in innovative product development, Canon Inc. holds the most technology patents in the imaging industry. Canon Inc. also makes significant contributions to promote photography. Today, Canon Inc. has a strong global presence, representing one of the most important market players in the imaging, office and industrial product categories. As of 31 December 2025, Canon's global revenue was US$30 billion. 

In 1971, Canon Hongkong Co., Ltd. (Canon Hong Kong) was established as one of the first Canon offices in Asia. Canon Hong Kong is a Total Imaging Solution provider, providing professional pre-sales, marketing and after-sales services for all Canon products and solutions in Hong Kong and Macau. With the solely owned subsidiary Canon Business Solutions (Guangdong) Co., Ltd. established in 2018; the company continues to deliver intelligent total business solutions and professional services to Greater Bay Area. Canon Hong Kong adheres to Canon’s corporate philosophy of “Kyosei”, encouraging the company and staff to engage in social, charitable and environmental activities for the community. Implementing an internationally recognized management system, Canon Hong Kong has achieved ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 27001 (Canon Digital Production Center) certifications. 

For more information about Canon Hong Kong, please visit our website: https://hk.canon.