Canon has been stamping date codes on cameras and lenses since about 1960. The first letter, U, means Canons 3,000 employee, 750,000 sf (75,000 m^2) lens plant in Utsunomiya, Japan, founded in 1977.

When did Canon start making lenses?

March 1987 Canons proprietary EF lenses, launched in March 1987 along with the EOS SLR camera system, have continued to evolve since their introduction, leading the industry through the incorporation of a wide range of innovative technologies, including such worlds firsts3 as the Ultrasonic Motor (USM), Image Stabilizer (IS)

How can I tell if my Canon toner is genuine?

Security Labels on Products Security labels such as hologram stickers are implemented on certain product packaging to help customers identify genuine Canon products. View the slideshow to see how the hologram colour changes when viewed from different angles!

What does F 2.8 lens mean?

What is the Aperture Scale?f/1.4f/2.0f/2.8Very large apertureLarge apertureLarge apertureLets in a huge amount of lightHalf as much lightHalf as much lightVery thin depth of fieldThin depth of fieldThin depth of fieldFeb 15, 2021

What lens should I buy as a beginner?

As a beginner, the best first lens to buy is the kit lens for your camera. For many entry-level cameras, this lens would be the 18-55mm lens. With a moderate zoom range and an affordable price tag, the kit lens is by far the most versatile for anyone just getting starting in photography.