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Camera & Imaging Products Association

CIPA

Setting international standards for camera and imaging products including Exif and digital photography.

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The Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) is a Japan-based industry association that develops standards and promotes technologies related to photography and imaging products. Its members include manufacturers of film-based and digital cameras and related equipment. CIPA succeeded the Japan Camera Industry Association (JCIA) and is responsible for standards including Exif and the CIPA DC protocol standards.