Market data coming in from Japan for 2023 gives us reason to be optimistic about the future of mirrorless cameras. Data released by CIPA, Japan indicate that the camera market, excluding smartphones expanded by 5.37 % in value over 2022. The total retail value of cameras hit 16 billion dollars. Mirrorless cameras now account for more than 81% of the market up from 69% in 2022. … [Read more...] about Smart Photography AWARDS 2024
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Gorilla Glass: Scratch, Optics, and Everything in Between
Corning has recently introduced Gorilla Glass DX products, specialist cover glass composites for smartphone camera modules. Smart Photography spoke to Scott Forester, Division Vice President, Business Director, Glass and Operations Council, Corning Gorilla Glass, who gave in-depth insights about the company, the product and material science. Could you give us a background … [Read more...] about Gorilla Glass: Scratch, Optics, and Everything in Between
Exploring Odisha: The North-Central Expedition
Having had our taste of the wild side of Odisha with a visit to Tikarpada during the previous leg of this journey, we couldn't wait to see what other secrets the state's dense forest cover had in store. So, we headed straight for the Similipal Forest Reserve. Before venturing into the forest, though, we learned about the legendary tigress Khairi and the equally legendary Indian … [Read more...] about Exploring Odisha: The North-Central Expedition
Exploring Odisha: The Western Wilderness
If the south was scenic and seductive, the west turned out to be wet, wild and wonderful with the water bodies providing a perfect backdrop to the wild countryside in the second segment of our road trip in Odisha. And of course, the trip was interspersed with some cultural landmarks. Join us for a photographic experience of this land. Leaning Temple of Huma Situated on … [Read more...] about Exploring Odisha: The Western Wilderness
Exploring Odisha: The Southern Sojourn
The state of Odisha is known best for its temples and dance forms. But surely, this state has something more to offer. In this three-part series, we embark on a journey with our sister publications, Car India and Bike India, to explore this state and unearth its hidden gems hitherto unknown to many. In this opening part, we cover the southern and southeastern side of Odisha. … [Read more...] about Exploring Odisha: The Southern Sojourn
