The technology in today’s world is much more evolved than it was in the 90’s. Science and technology has given us a lot of room for advancement, and its applications has never ceased to mesmerize us. Communication has been made so easy and convenient. In any given phone, all the basic functionalities which needed separate equipment to run them before has now been implemented in one small mobile phone.

The oldest known photograph was taken back in 1826 on a block of Bitumen of Judea, by Nicephore Niepce. The photo was taken using a pinhole camera, which was Nicephore Niepce’s own make on a sheet of paper coated with silver chloride. Unfortunately, there was no knowledge about the removal of the unconverted silver chloride or of fixing the converted silver chloride.

We all get a bit over enthusiastic when it comes to great deals that the brands put up during occasions such as Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter etc. However, to think about it a little, one must carefully look as to why the branded cameras are being sold as hot camera deals’ and sales.

The basic principles of waterproof cameras and camcorders were known for a long time. The first camera was just a dark chamber with a pin hole and this was known as Camera Obscura. The fact that certain chemical responded to light was also known long time back. The first attempt to combine these two principles was made in 1800 by one Thomas Wedgwood though the attempt was a failure.

Digital cameras and camcorders are on the brink of some mind-boggling developments that are taking place in the electronics industry. For instance, changes such as changing the way we take a photo, like shutters being operated at the blink of an eye or simply commanding shoot, are already around the corner.

Camera technology is fast changing in consort with digital technology. One is set to wonder how long photography is what it is. There are cameras in market that can take photos in virtual darkness without no light. One could wink and a photo may be taken. High end smartphones are set to challenge DSLRs.