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OPHTHALMIC PRODUCTS
In the ophthalmic lens business, Nikon's joint venture with French firm Essilor, Nikon-Essilor Co., Ltd.,
commenced operations in January 2000. In binocular and telescope products, the TRAVELITE V series of
compact binoculars, which employ aspherical lenses, performed well in overseas markets. In addition,
models such as the Naturescope Fabre (Fieldmicroscope in overseas markets) series of portable
microscopes were well received. Used to measure distances, the new Laser 800 laser-range finders also
began to carve out a fresh market for Nikon. However, most of the increases in revenues as a result of
these initiatives were offset by the strength of the yen, with the result that overall sales were on a par with
the previous year.
OUTLOOK
The introduction of the F80 (N80 in the United States) and COOLPIX 990 models in April 2000 promise to
augment sales and profits. The division will continue to work to expand sales and raise profitability.
Nikon F80 8x25CF TRAVELITE VCOOLPIX 950
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