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Researchers are constantly working on methods for improving digital photography, from improving resolution to completely changing the method for collecting pixels. Here is some of the latest research.
Salt-Sized Camera
Disposable film cameras have been around for quite a few years, but researchers in Germany now have developed a disposable digital camera, designed for medical usage, that measures about 1 mm cubed, meaning its about a coarse grain of salt-sized camera.
Human Eye Camera Adds Zoom
The human eye camera attempts to mimic the human eye’s ability to see by using a curved image sensor. The prototype camera now has a zoom capability.
Minox 3D Camera
Minox, a German company, has unveiled a 3D digital camera system that makes use of four lenses to create the 3D effect in still images. Learn more about the four-lens Minox 3D camera.
Introducing QuantumFilm and Quantum Dot Sensors
A recent announcement from InVisage -- called QuantumFilm, using quantum dot sensors -- may change the future for image sensors.
Cameras of the Future
Digital cameras are always changing, adding new features and improving old ones. At the first CP+ photo tradeshow in Japan, the CIPA (Camera and Imaging Products Association) make predictions on what the "cameras of the future" will look like.
Fujifilm Researches 3D Digital Camera System
Fujifilm continues to research a 3D digital camera system, called FinePix Real 3D System, that has the potential to be a very cool digital camera technology.
Future Digital Cameras Could Mimic Human Eye
Making use of a curved image sensor in future digital camera models could allow the sensors to more closely mimic the human eye and greatly improve image quality.