At CES Nikon Corporation will launch a robot vision system, which is designed to enable robots to operate with dynamic visual capabilities that exceed human perception. This system incorporates Nikon’s “C3 eMotion” technology, which enhances robotic joint functionality. Presented within a simulated kitchen environment, the robot will demonstrate its ability to identify, pick up, and manipulate objects with high precision and speed.
Another exhibit will focus on riblet processing, inspired by the texture of shark skin. Using proprietary laser processing technology, Nikon creates microscopic grooves on material surfaces to reduce frictional resistance, thereby improving energy efficiency in applications involving air and water dynamics.
Nikon’s collaboration with NASA will also be highlighted. The exhibit will showcase Nikon’s role in developing the Handheld Universal Lunar Camera (HULC), intended for use in NASA’s Artemis missions. A modified version of the Nikon Z9, which was sent to the International Space Station in 2021, will be employed in lunar exploration. Items on display will include the thermal insulation blanket designed to protect the camera from the Moon’s extreme conditions, offering a glimpse into Nikon’s contributions to space exploration technology.
The company’s booth will feature its latest imaging products, including the Nikon Z6III mirrorless camera, recently named in the CES Innovation Awards 2025 for its imaging capabilities. The Z6III is noted for its partially stacked CMOS sensor, which enables ultra-fast readout speeds and high frame rates. Visitors can explore the Z6III and other Z Series cameras, including the Z50II, which will be used on-site by professional photographers to offer free portraits to attendees.
Nikon will also display its collaborative work with Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation, presenting an in-vehicle camera system. The system combines telephoto and wide-angle lens functions to offer drivers enhanced visibility, covering both distant objects and the immediate vicinity. A virtual reality experience will allow visitors to explore the system’s capabilities from the perspective of a truck operator.
Additionally, Nikon will host an experiential virtual production exhibit, “Studio Extreme.” This interactive setup will use a motion control system developed by Mark Roberts Motion Control Limited (MRMC), a Nikon subsidiary, and a cinema camera from RED Digital Cinema, also owned by Nikon. Visitors can create videos integrating real and virtual elements, such as simulating a weather forecast against a projected background.
