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New study reveals insights of first-time interchangeable lens camera owners

08 Oct
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KeyPoint Intelligence — InfoTrends has released its 2018 US Digital Interchangeable Lens Camera (DILC) Market Study.

The study, which “started as a digital single lens reflex camera (DSLR) market has now evolved into two segments: DSLR cameras and mirrorless cameras (MILCs),” says KeyPoint Intelligence — InfoTrends in its synopsis. Some of the data presented in the study seems obvious, while other tidbits stand out.

Starting off, the study revealed 72 percent of consumers looking to purchase a DILC in the next year currently don’t own one. The study says most of those potential first-time buyers are making the jump from smartphones and point-and-shoot cameras, with 33 percent of smartphone users and 42 percent of point-and-shoot users saying they’re considering a mirrorless camera.

The study also discovered that 30 percent of all camera and/or smartphone owners planned on taking photography more seriously in the next five years. Of the 30 percent, 80 percent plan on labelling themselves as a hobbyist photographer or higher.

KeyPoint Intelligence — InfoTrends says the “study is designed to equip companies that are interested in the DILC market with critical business planning information.” As such, the entire study is available for purchase, but it won’t come cheap. The study costs $ 20,000 and includes a 158 slide PDF presentation, demographic and digital camera banners and tabulations, and Excel pivot tables.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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Tech Insights teardown confirms Galaxy S9 uses Samsung and Sony image sensors

12 Apr

The analysts at Tech Insights have torn down the Samsung Galaxy S9 in order to analyze the device’s camera sensors and, as usual, the summary of their findings makes interesting reading for anyone who has an interest in image sensor technology. The main takeaway from Tech Insight’s report is that Samsung is once again using different image sensors by region.

Depending on where you buy the Galaxy S9, your device will either come with a Samsung S5K2L3 or Sony IMX345 chip.

Both imagers use a 3-layer stacked structure, comprising a CMOS image sensor, image signal processor (ISP) and DRAM. The Sony IMX345 is very similar in structure to the IMX400, the world’s first 3-layer stacked imager that was introduced on the Sony Xperia XZ flagship a year ago.

The Samsung S5K2L3 ISOCELL Fast sensor is the Korean manufacturer’s first 3-layer stacked model. In contrast to Sony’s custom solution with the DRAM in the middle, Samsung has opted for connecting the DRAM chip face-to-back on the ISP. The assembly also includes a dummy silicon structure filling the unoccupied space next to the DRAM chip.

This definitely won’t translate into noticeable performance or image quality differences between Galaxy S9 smartphones, but it does seem to show that Samsung is far from its goal of dethroning Sony to become #1 in the global image sensor market—it’s hard to dethrone the competition when you’re still using their sensors.

For a lot more detail on the sensor structure and assembly head over to Tech Insights, where you can also purchase even more in-depth reports if you really want to dive deep.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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Market report provides interesting insights into camera module industry

07 Nov
Graph: Yole Développement

Market research & strategy consulting company Yole Développement has just released its “Camera Module Industry Market and Technology Trends 2017″ report, and the document includes a number of interesting findings and forecasts that photographers, specially those interested in smartphone photography, should pay attention to.

According to the report, the market for cameras in mobile devices is still the main driver of the camera module industry that reached $ 23.4 Billion in 2016 and is projected to reach $ 46.8 Billion by 2022.

The researchers at Yole Développement also found the manufacturers of autofocus and optical image stabilization systems had to adapt to the large production volumes and low cost requirements of the smartphone makers. This has resulted in a restructuring effort and a move of production capacity from Japan and Korea to China and Vietnam. Companies like New Shiko and TDK have been able to benefit the most from these developments.

In the sub-markets for image sensors and lens sets, the quasi-monopolies of Sony and Largan are about to end as the competition is quickly catching up in terms of technology. Module makers, like market leaders LG Innotek, are hugely dependent on customer loyalty as the loss of a large customer could potentially result in a collapse of the company.

The report also finds that the average cost for mobile camera modules has remained relatively constant. However, with high-end AF- and stabilization systems and and active alignment now being much more commonplace, complexity has increased disproportionally. The current total cost of camera module per phone is pretty much proportional to the number of cameras installed—two cameras cost the manufacturers $ 16, three cameras around $ 24, and those implementing four cameras in their devices have to calculate with a cost of more than $ 30 per handset.

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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Instagram introduces business profiles with insights, promoted posts and contact button

02 Jun

Instagram has introduced business profiles as a free feature for businesses using the service. Business profiles differ from regular profiles in a few ways, allowing companies or individuals operating as a business to add contact details, promote posts and view insights related to their account. 

The new tools are designed to better aid businesses — including individuals operating as a business, such as independent photographers — in managing their Instagram presence while using it to attract new clients. The insights tool shows users how popular individual posts are and provides information on followers, including their demographics and behavior. High-performing posts can now be turned into ads within the Instagram mobile app, as well, and account owners will be able to target specific audiences.

Business profiles also have a contact button that can be connected with a business number or email address, enabling prospective clients to directly contact the company rather than having to seek contact details elsewhere. Instagram plans to rollout business profiles ‘in the coming months’ for users in the United States, Australia and New Zealand. By the end of 2016, business profiles should be available to all users across the globe.

Via: Instagram

Articles: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)

 
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101 Landscape Visionary Insights Not To Miss – A New eBook & Video Series

22 Aug

If you love outdoor photography and are hungry to learn more from seasoned professionals then there is a great eBook and video series that has just been launched: 101 Visionary Insights. 10 professional photographers, including myself, discuss inspiring and creative techniques to improve your photography and get the most out of your time in the field.

Download a free eBook with 10 tips today

If you like what you see in the sample eBook linked above be sure to purchase the full ebook and video series for as little as $ 12. You’ll find insights from myself Jim M. Goldstein, Gary Crabbe, Ian Plant, Bob Holmes, David H. Wells, Jay & Varina Patel, Karen Hutton, Moose Peterson and Joshua Holko. A sample page from the eBook can be found below and to see more sample content grab the free 10 tip eBook linked above.  I highly recommend the video course as I put together some important tips that I’ve yet to share publicly on my blog, podcast or social media updates. Enjoy and happy shooting!

 

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Legendary photographer David Goldblatt shares insights from career

03 Apr

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Goldblatt has photographed everyone from Nelson Mandela to divorced housewives, and is especially noted for his stark portrayal of South Africa during Apartheid years. In a presentation at the 2014 Indaba Conference, Goldblatt talks about the challenge of managing the difference between his corporate work and his personal work. See video

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101 Landscape Visionary Insights Not To Miss – A New eBook & Video Series

02 Apr

If you love outdoor photography and are hungry to learn more from seasoned professionals then there is a great eBook and video series that has just been launched: 101 Visionary Insights. 10 professional photographers, including myself, discuss inspiring and creative techniques to improve your photography and get the most out of your time in the field.

Download a free eBook with 10 tips today

If you like what you see in the sample eBook linked above be sure to purchase the full ebook and video series for as little as $ 12. You’ll find insights from myself Jim M. Goldstein, Gary Crabbe, Ian Plant, Bob Holmes, David H. Wells, Jay & Varina Patel, Karen Hutton, Moose Peterson and Joshua Holko. A sample page from the eBook can be found below and to see more sample content grab the free 10 tip eBook linked above.  I highly recommend the video course as I put together some important tips that I’ve yet to share publicly on my blog, podcast or social media updates. Enjoy and happy shooting!

 

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Olympus OM-D E-M1 – Review extended with more AF insights

13 Sep

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We’ve had more time to shoot with the Olympus E-M1 and have extended our coverage of its AF performance. In addition to incorporating real-world Continuous Autofocus examples and commentary, we’ve also spent more time shooting with it alongside an E-5, to see exactly how the two compare, and amended our impressions accordingly.

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4 August, 2012 – Industry Insights – From Past to Future

05 Aug

Companies are like people, they have personalities. Some are slow and methodical, other aggressive and adventurous. 

During my recent hospitalization I had lots of opportunity to ponder the state of the industry that I have been working in and following for the past several decades. Some observations on a few of the major industry players titled Industry Insights – From Past to Future is now online

   

Sales always slow down in the summer. We wanted to do something to motivate you to spend a bit, here on your favourite web site.

So, we’re doing a give-away. Every order for one of our download videos – tutorials as well as Video Journals, entitles you to a chance to win a new Olympus O-MD E-M5 camera, one of the hottest cameras of the year.

This contest is open to anyone, anywhere in the world. All you need to do is purchase something. Come on. Don’t just sit there – make a purchase and become eligible to win!



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Rob Galbraith puts Digital Photography Insights website on hiatus

01 Aug

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Photography expert Rob Galbraith has said he is putting his well-respected ‘Digital Photography Insights’ website into ‘deep hibernation mode,’ as he accepts a photojournalism teaching role. Galbraith has become known as an engaging and knowledgeable writer, particularly from the sports and photojournalism perspective, and was one of the first people to identify and begin to characterise the autofocus problems with the Canon EOS-1D Mark III. The site will remain accessible but will no longer be updated. We would like to wish him every success in his new role at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology.

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