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September 16, 2015

Launch of Ultra-HD Surgical Endoscopy System Incorporating 4K Technology

Developed by Sony Olympus Medical Solutions

4K surgical endoscopy system

Left: 4K surgical endoscopy system (sample)
Center: 4K camera head Right: 4K camera head
The 4K camera head and Ultra Telescope are used in conjunction with the 4K surgical endoscopy system.


Olympus Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of a surgical endoscopy system incorporating 4K technology, commencing in Japan and Europe*1 in early October 2015. The technology was developed by Sony Olympus Medical Solutions Inc., the medical business joint venture between Olympus and Sony Corporation.

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