Timeline of the Camera

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  • The Daguerreotype Camera

    The Daguerreotype Camera
    The camera stored images on a shiny mirror finished copper plate treated with chemicals. This was the first time an object was made to be light sensitive to capture information on it and store it forever by treating it with chemicals.
  • The Reise Camera

    The Reise Camera
    This was the first portable camera because it was able to be folded into a compact shape and was extremely light weight as compared to other models available on the market. This was for people who were traveling and wanted to take pictures.
  • The Leica I

    The Leica I
    This was the first compact camera. It was able to shoot photos on 35mm films which were the standard format for film.
  • The Polaroid Model 95

    The Polaroid Model 95
    This camera allowed you to take a picture and then get it printed on a special paper supplied by the Polaroid itself in minutes.
  • The Kodak Digital Camera

    The Kodak Digital Camera
    This camera included a digital CCD sensor used to capture light information, and a tape recorder to store the processed photograph. This invention showed the camera industry becoming digitized and things being done in less time.
  • The Fuji Quick Snap Camera

    The Fuji Quick Snap Camera
    This was the world’s first single use disposable camera. The cameras costed $4, and could capture 27 shots with its inbuilt film supplied by Fujifilm. Since it was cheaper more people could buy it.
  • The Sharp J-SH04

    The Sharp J-SH04
    This camera could shoot, process and display photos on the cell phone display instantly. This was the world’s first cell phone with an inbuilt digital camera.
  • Apple Iphone

    Apple Iphone
    The iPhone camera had better imaging technology and delivered great photos in every lighting condition.
  • GoPro HD HERO

    GoPro HD HERO
    This camera was a good quality camera that was made smaller so that you can take it with you on any adventurous trip you go on.
  • The Canon EOS 1D-C

    The Canon EOS 1D-C
    This camera gave the best image quality and video recording at 4K resolution in a compact body.