Whether you’re a fashion, wildlife, or even a casual photographer, there’s no denying how technology has changed the game. Technology is evolving so fast that it’s shocking to know that the first phone camera only came out in 1997 but now, more than ever, people are taking professional-level photos with their mobile phones. With the advancement of technology, we now have end zone cameras to record live sports events. If you’re curious how photography is evolving, thanks to technology, read on.
- More Artistic Freedom
Technology has provided photographers with various tools that assist in expanding their creativity, creating new techniques and genres in photography. Post-processing software like Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom allows photographers to play with lighting, colors, and elements to elevate their shots. New styles like projection photography are also becoming popular, which involves a projector on the ceiling projecting an image onto the subject. Photographers are also given more options for their subjects. Sports photography was impossible back in the day because the athletes moved too fast to be caught clearly on camera. Now, even with Usain Bolt running at 44.72 kilometers per hour, we can still get crystal-clear shots of him in a race.
- Increased Convenience
The first cameras ever made available to the public could only capture grainy black and white images and required the subjects to remain still for a prolonged period. Now, a clear, high-resolution photo can be obtained with just a secondary press of a button. Just a few decades ago, photographers had to ensure they brought enough film rolls and could only view their shots after they’ve been developed. Now, you can just look at your photo gallery and retake another photo if you’re not satisfied. The pounds of equipment necessary to take even casual photography back then are now compressed into portable cameras thanks to technological innovations. Storage is also more convenient because instead of having to set aside space in your home to store film rolls or printed photos, all your shots can be stored in memory cards or the cloud.
- Wider Accessibility
If you wanted to take photos back then, you had to spend money on a camera, film, and the developing studio. Now, anyone has access to a camera because most mobile phones come with at least a decent quality camera. Technology has made photography available to more people and allowed more people to explore their love for the hobby.
Besides the accessibility of the tools, photographers are also allowed more avenues to show off their work thanks to the internet and social media. If you wanted to get your art out to the public in the past, you needed to be featured in magazines, billboards, or art galleries. Now, a lot of photographers owe their fame to sites like Instagram or Twitter.
It’s amazing how technology can cause a whole art form to evolve and grow at this speed and scale. Many photos you see now would have been impossible to take even with the best cameras of the last two decades. It’s exciting to see what other innovations are in store and how photographers will respond to these changes.
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