Friday, February 20, 2009

Evolution of Photography: From Film to Megabytes

By Yars Revenga

Technological advances has catapulted photography onto an whole new level. Advanced techniques and equipment are always on the horizon.

35mm film, also referred to as 135 film, can be used for still photographs and motion pictures. The 35mm camera was put on the market in 1934 and was a best seller by the late 1960s and still enjoys success today.

Creating standards in photography is one of the ways ideas are able to flow smoothly. The 35mm film format could be the most popular format of all time. Most rolls of 35mm film come with 36 exposures although this number can vary depending on cost and need.

The American Tourist Multiple was first introduced in 1913. It was very expensive for the average consumer. In 1925, the 35mm Leica was released and created a boon for photography hobbyists and enthusiasts across the globe.

The Germans produced the 35mm Leica which took the world by storm. It has since taken over the world of photography as the standard in cameras. Outfitted with a superior lens in addition to its compact size, it's no wonder the 35mm Leica has its world class reputation.

Before 1934, camera film was not so neatly compact and easy to handle. The film cartridge which we are accustomed to seeing today was utilized by the Kodak Retina which hit the markets in 1934. Nikon contributed to the world of photography with the first SLR camera.

A new technology hit the photography scene in the form of Single Lens Reflex. This type of camera created a much friendlier user experience by providing a viewfinder and preview screen. The SLR cameras advance the film via motor freeing you from manually forwarding your film.

Traditional 35mm film camera sales took a big hit when digital cameras first hit the scene. But with the advent of Digital SLR cameras, the 35mm seems to have weathered the storm and is regaining its popularity.

The camera industry is topped by Kodak, Nikon, Olympus, Fuji and Canon. Their endeavors and dedication to research and development will no doubt yield yet another breakthrough in the world of photography. Despite sweeping technological advancements, the 35mm film camera will always have a place in history. - 2361

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