DIR January 9, 2018 Editor’s Note: Is It January Already?
Every year it seems that January comes just a little bit sooner, and the CES show comes right along with it. We’re pleased to...
Heard on the CES 2018 Show Floor: Part I
At CES 2018, DIR writers covered the big show floor in Las Vegas, gathering feedback from show attendees. They spoke with everyone from photo specialty retailers...
Augmented Reality: Transitioning VR to the Real World
We cannot talk about augmented reality (AR) without first looking at the evolution of computers. Computers have an impact on almost every aspect of...
So You’re Shooting 360º Images: Now What?
Shooting still photos or video in 360º is getting easier. The market is seeing more cameras supporting the spherical method, making the ability to...
Camera Companies Reach Out to Imaging Start-up Developers
Few tech companies can go it all alone. In the technology industry at large, providing programmatic access to one’s software or hardware is a...
Professional ILCs for High-End Videographers
The majority of professional photographers and videographers today are multimedia or crossover shooters. Indeed, the ability to turn out pro-caliber video as well as...
Photo Printing Is on the Rise
Digital photography is a worldwide phenomenon. Smartphones, social media and consumers’ appetite for visual communication are all driving the demand for more images. The...
Analog Photography Is Hot!
Can you still get film for that thing?” people ask when they spot me shooting with one of my vintage 35mm SLRs. When I...
Eight Amazing Imaging Apps for 2018
There’s a danger in developing a successful photo app. If it really gets traction, one of the Big 5 platform vendors—Apple, Facebook, Microsoft, Google,...
10 Great Ultra-Zoom Cameras for All-Around Picture Taking
Ultra-zoom, point-and-shoot compact cameras comprise a vibrant and enduring niche because they appeal to a broad spectrum of consumers. From casual shooters to serious...