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It appears that the race by smartphone makers to increase sensor size may have hit a temporary roadblock. According to Digital Chat Station, smartphone makers were keen on enhancing sensor size to the Micro Four Thirds format. However, size constraints have put a temporary halt to these efforts. Smartphones makers are therefore focussing on making improvements to their one inch sensors until a further breakthrough is made.
Meanwhile, CIPA has revealed that in January 2023, mirrorless cameras took 78.5% of the market in units and 89.7% in value. China continues to be the largest buyer with 20.5% of the market in units and 22% in value.
An interesting statistic from CIPA reveals that camera prices doubled in three years and increased six times in 10 years! Which is why the launch of cheaper cameras like Canon’s R 100 should be lauded.
H. S. Billimoria
