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Thanks to Nikon, Canon’s Closed RF Mount Could Be Forced Open
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In January, Nikon sued Viltrox in China, claiming the lens maker had violated its intellectual property for the Z-mount and sought royalties and damages. But this past summer, that court disagreed and ruled in favor of Viltrox. This sets a major precedent that could easily impact Canon, the owner of the only truly closed mirrorless camera mount. [ Read More ]
- In January, Nikon sued Viltrox in China, claiming the lens maker had violated its intellectual property for the Z-mount and sought royalties and damages. But this past summer, that court disagreed and ruled in favor of Viltrox. This sets a major precedent that could easily imp...
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- Thanks to Nikon, Canon’s Closed RF Mount Could Be Forced Open
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- Center: In January, Nikon sued Viltrox in China, claiming the lens maker had violated its intellectual property for the Z-mount and sought royalties and damages. But this past summer, that court disagreed and ruled in favor of Viltrox. This sets a major precedent that could easily impact Canon, the owner of the only truly closed mirrorless camera mount. [ Read More ]
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