# Canon Is Developing a Lens Coating Without PFAS-Laden Fluorine

> Canon is working on a fluorine-free optical coating that offers the same water-repelling qualities and durability of fluorine, but without the PFAS problems.

- **Source:** [Petapixel](https://petapixel.com/2026/08/05/canon-is-developing-a-lens-coating-without-pfas-laden-fluorine/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a73801df8fcdfbfe5a4f98e)
- **Published:** 2026-08-05
- **Category:** Cameras
- **Tags:** #vr
- **Canonical:** http://localhost:4321/a/6a73801df8fcdfbfe5a4f98e

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