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technology4 months ago

The Missing Digital Photo Albums

The article discusses the absence of digital photo albums, attributing it to the limitations of current rectangular digital screens designed for video content, which do not optimally display portrait-oriented photos. It suggests that adopting square screens, similar to the 4:3 aspect ratio, could revolutionize digital photo viewing by allowing consistent photo sizes regardless of orientation and enabling grid-based album layouts. The author proposes that industry innovation, such as square digital frames, could pave the way for the long-awaited digital photo album.

via PetaPixel|
#digital-photo-albums#digital-photography#photo-display
science7 months ago

George E. Smith, Co-Inventor of the CCD Sensor and Nobel Laureate, Dies at 95

George E. Smith, co-inventor of the CCD image sensor that revolutionized digital photography and space imaging, passed away at 95. His work at Bell Labs in 1969 led to the development of CCD technology, which remains vital in scientific and space applications despite being largely replaced by CMOS sensors in consumer cameras. Smith's contributions earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2009, and his innovations significantly advanced our ability to capture and analyze images of the universe.

via PetaPixel|
#ccd-image-sensor#digital-photography#george-e-smith
technology1 year ago

Vintage Digicams: The Artistic Revival of Retro Photography

In an era dominated by AI-enhanced smartphone photography, a growing number of young photographers are turning to vintage digital cameras, or "digicams," for their unique aesthetic and nostalgic appeal. These early 2000s cameras, known for their quirky flaws and low-resolution images, are being embraced as an artistic statement, reminiscent of the MySpace era. The trend has led to a resurgence in interest and rising prices for these old models, despite challenges like outdated technology and limited availability of parts. Enthusiasts appreciate the distinct, imperfect images these cameras produce, which contrast sharply with the polished results of modern devices.

via Ars Technica|
#digicams#digital-photography#nostalgia
technology1 year ago

"Samsung Introduces HDR Photo Feature on Instagram"

Samsung's Galaxy S24 smartphones will be able to upload HDR photos to Instagram, marking a significant step forward for HDR photography. The partnership between Samsung and Instagram could lead to broader adoption of HDR technology across devices, apps, web browsers, and photo editing software. HDR photography, which accommodates a wider range of bright and dark tones, has faced compatibility and capability constraints, but the Samsung-Instagram collaboration may help overcome these challenges. With high-brightness displays reaching peak brightness of 2,600 nits on the new Galaxy S24 models, users can expect more vivid and realistic HDR photos to be shared and viewed on Instagram and other platforms in the near future.

via CNET|
#digital-photography#hdr-photography#instagram
technology2 years ago

Mastering Google Photos: 10 Effortless Tricks for Finding Anything

Google Photos offers several tricks for searching and organizing your photos. Users can search for images by location, date, faces, colors, text, camera model, descriptive phrases, and combine search terms for more refined results. The service leverages Google's search engine and machine learning algorithms to provide relevant and accurate search results. These features can help users easily find and access their favorite memories stored in their Google Photos account.

via SlashGear|
#cloud-storage#digital-photography#google-photos
technology2 years ago

Reviving Vintage Analog Cameras with a 20MP Sensor

I'm Back Film is introducing a 35mm cartridge with an attached 20-megapixel Micro Four Thirds sensor, allowing old SLR film cameras to be used as digital cameras. The project solves engineering challenges such as the distance between reel and exposure window, and the sensor can slide from side to side. While the project appeals to those nostalgic for their old rigs, it may be arriving too late as digital SLRs are now widely available and the revival of film use has given photographers a reason to use their old cameras as intended. The crowdsourcing campaign for the project will begin soon.

via Hackaday|
#digital-photography#film-cameras#im-back-film
technology2 years ago

DPReview, a leading camera review site, to shut down after 25 years

Amazon is shutting down DPReview, a leading online source for news and reviews about digital cameras and photography, as part of its annual operating plan review. DPReview, which was acquired by Amazon in 2007, will remain active until April 10, after which it will be locked and available in read-only for a limited period. The closure has drawn widespread disappointment from photographers and DPReview users and fans, who called it a shock that years of reviews and resources could be set to vanish from the internet.

via GeekWire|
#amazon#digital-photography#dpreview