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Japanese design, global production.
Sigma is a rare case where Japanese design and manufacturing are closely linked. The family-owned company says its cameras, lenses and accessories are produced at its Aizu factory.
- 1961
Sigma is founded
Michihiro Yamaki starts the independent optical company.
- 1973
The Aizu factory opens
Design and manufacturing become closely linked in Fukushima.
- Today
One Japanese production base
Cameras, lenses and accessories continue to be made at Aizu.
