Launched in August 1999, the Canon Photo family of products gives users the power to digitally enhance and retouch photographs, share them with friends and family, explore special effects and create printable photo projects ö all with speed and quality. Canon Photo executes common tasks significantly faster than similar photo editors available today and performs these tasks in fewer steps to make digital photography faster and more enjoyable. The software provides a simple interface for users to work on their digital photographs, helping novice users get started quickly.

Canon Software Publishing recently announced the availability of Macintosh versions of Canon Photo and Canon Photo Gold. ãOnly a handful of companies offer photo-editing programs for Macintosh users, and we look forward to filling this void with quality Canon software as well,ä said Derse.

Canon Photo Gold and Canon Photo have estimated prices of $54.95^* and $34.95^* respectively and are available via a nationwide network of leading software retailers, including office and electronic superstores and computer superstores, and through electronic software delivery (ESD) at www.software.canon.com and other selected e-retailers.

About Canon Software Publishing
Canon Software Publishing (CSP) is a division of Canon Computer Systems Inc., which is a subsidiary of both Canon U.S.A. Inc. (Lake Success, NY) and Canon Inc. (Tokyo, Japan). The division, headquartered in Costa Mesa, Calif., was founded in 1998 to develop, publish and distribute computer software primarily in North and South America. CSP publishes titles from both independent third-party developers and associated Canon companies. Canon is recognized as the worldâs leading imaging technology company, a leader in printer technology and a top worldwide patent holder. As a global technology leader, Canon achieved $24 billion in worldwide sales in 1998.

About PC Data
PC Data has been providing point-of-sale data and analysis since 1991 and has become a primary comprehensive source of software and hardware sales information. PC Data supplies sales information to more 800 software and hardware firms, which account for nearly 95 percent of total computer industry sales. The company's PC Data Online division provides state-of-the-art Internet site monitoring and survey service.

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^*Prices are estimates only. Dealer prices may vary and are subject to change at any time. Product specifications and features subject to change without notice.