The top August 2019 photography ideas include a number of experimental projects, quality-enhancing accessories and retro designs that offer an alternative to mobile photography.
While there are some incredibly advanced smartphone cameras on the market, as well as countless apps to enhance one's photographic skills, there's a renewed interest in charming, low-tech image-capturing devices. Some of the best examples of this are creations from custom Polaroid analog camera makers, the KODAK Mobile Film Scanner and the Alulu Camera, which sets itself apart as a sustainable instant camera that uses receipt paper for printing. A large-scale, fully functional camera and working darkroom was also set up in the UK out of a shipping container as part of a community-centered portrait project.
Top 25 Photography Innovations in August
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Ergonomic Smartphone Grip
The Lensta Grip Stabilizes Phones & is Equipped with High-Tech Features
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DSLR-Quality Smartphone Lenses
The ShiftCam 12mm Ultra Wide Aspheric Lens is Precise
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Versatile Mobile Filmmaking Mounts
The SANDMARC Film Rig Works with Smartphones and More
22
Elegant Italian Photography Bags
The Hardgraft Frame Camera Bag Carries Cameras, Lenses and More
21
Cinema-Grade Drone Camera Lenses
The Moment 'Air' Accessories are for the DJI Mavic Pro and Zoom
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Photography-Oriented Bag Capsules
MDLR & Ryan Allan Debut a New, Functional Line for Photographers
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Feature-Rich 4K Action Cams
The Mokacam 'Alpha3' Offers HDR, 4K Recording and More
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Human-Removing Photo Editing Tools
Bye Bye Camera Removes Unwanted Agents from Your Photos
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Precision Surveillance Cameras
The Fujifilm SX800 Has a 40-Times Optical Zoom Lens
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Mechanical Stabilization Action Cameras
The 'STACAM' Action Camera is Ready for Adventure Travel
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Travel-Friendly Camera Designs
The Leica V-Lux 5 Will Feature Long-Zoom Lenses
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Smartphone-Powered Film Digitizers
The KODAK Mobile Film Scanner Helps Backup Old Negatives
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Grand Canyon-Inspired Cameras
This Custom Polaroid 600 Instant Film Camera Celebrates Nature
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Compact Prosumer Cameras
The Canon PowerShot G7 X III and PowerShot G5 X Mark II are Speedy
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Receipt Paper Film Cameras
The Sustainable Alulu Camera Uses Receipt Paper for Its Film
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Shipping Container Cameras
Photographer Brendan Barry's Container Camera is Fully Functional
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Panoramic Photography Phones
The Oppo Reno 10X Zoom Offers Impressive Camera Capabilities
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Versatile Mirrorless Camera Gimbals
The DJI Ronin-SC Provides Streamlined Recording Capabilities
7
All-in-One Cloud Photo Managers
The SanDisk ibi Stores Photos from Smartphones and More
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Travel-Friendly Photography Mounts
The Peak Design Travel Tripod Has an Ultra-Compact Design Frame
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Night Camera Modes
Samsung is Releasing Dedicated Night Photography for Its Galaxy S10
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AR Video Magnets
+AUMENTA Magnets are Custom Fridge Magnets with Your Video Content
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Dynamic Prosumer Cameras
The Sony A7R IV is Outfitted with an Impressive 61MP Sensor
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Comfort-Focused Camera Bags
Alotech's New Camera Bag Was Designed for Wildlife Photographers
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Mobile Long-Exposure Photography
The Moment Pro Camera App Will Receive Increased iOS Support
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Customizable Tiny Homes
The True Studio Tiny Home Features an Ecological Incinerating Toilet
Wireless Waterproof Cameras
Canon's Lightweight and Clippable 'IVY REC' is Perfect for Summer
Parisian Tech Excursions
We Had the Chance to Test Out the New Huawei P30 Pro Phone in Paris
Micro-Housing Settlements
Architects Offer Shipping Containers for an Informal Settlement in Egypt
Cinema-Quality Smartphone Lenses
The Sandmarc Anamorphic Lens Boasts a High-Grade Design
Mini Multipurpose Action Cams
The 'PocketCam' is Boasted as the World's Smallest Action Camera
Canadian Shipping Container Cafes
The YEG Coffee Can Hides a Fully Stocked Cafe Within
Action Camera Phone Cases
The Periscope Case Repositions a Phone Camera's Shooting Angle
DSLR-Quality Smartphone Lenses
The ShiftCam 12mm Ultra Wide Aspheric Lens is Precise
Instagram-Inspired Action Cams
The 'Instagram Move II' Camera Has an IP68 Rating
AI-Powered Baby Monitors
The 'Cubo AI' Provides Proactive Alerts to Parents and Caregivers
Prefabricated Cannabis Retail Stores
POPCANN Creates Modular Stores from Shipping Containers
Total Access Travel Packs
The WANDRD 'DUO Daypack' Opens Completely for Easy Access to Contents
Adaptable Urban Gear Packs
The Banale Backpack Expands and Contracts According to Needs
Adventurer Smartphone Lens Kits
The Black Eye Pro Kit G4 Has a Lightweight, Compact Design
Hybrid Instant Photos
Instax Mini LiPlay Hybrid Camera Integrates Digital Technologies with Print
Affordable Shipping Container Housing
TRS Studio Attempts to Assist the Housing Crisis in Peru
Real-Time POV Drones
The Xiaomi FiMi X8 SE 4K Drone is Packed with Smart Technology
Elegant Italian Photography Bags
The Hardgraft Frame Camera Bag Carries Cameras, Lenses and More
Courier-Inspired Device Accessories
CASETiFY & DHL Boast Military-Grade Phone Cases & Watch Bands
Digital Instant Cameras
Fujifilm is Introducing a New Instax Camera with an LCD Screen
Organic Smartphone Lenses
The Moment Anamorphic Transforms Basic Smartphone Cameras
Split-Screen Makeup Try-Ons
YouTube Now Lets Viewers Play with Augmented Reality Makeup
Ultra-Slim Instant Digital Cameras
The Polaroid Mint Creates Physical and Digital Keepsakes
Cinema-Grade Drone Camera Lenses
The Moment 'Air' Accessories are for the DJI Mavic Pro and Zoom
Cartoon Cat Concept Cafes
A Hello Kitty Pop-Up is Coming to Las Vegas This July
Future-Ready Smartphone Cables
The 'Cascade Cables' are Durable and Apple MFi-Approved
One-Click Sharing Cameras
The 'ROGY' 360-Degree 8K Panoramic Camera is Ideal for Vlogging
Inflatable Camera Protection Bags
The WANDRD 'VEER 18' Backpack Secures Gear and Delicate Items
Camera-Securing Carrying Systems
The 'SPINN CP.01' Camera Carrying System is for DSLRs and DSLMs
Ultra-Adjustable Bathroom Fixtures
Pfister's Jaida Collection Integrates Aperture-Like Nozzles
Mini Smartphone Case Chargers
The mophie Palm Juice Pack Ups Usage Time to 13 Hours
Portable Bone Conduction Speakers
The Humbird Speaker Transforms Anything Hollow into a Speaker
On-Demand Makeup Printers
Mink's Innovative 3D Makeup Printer Turns Images Into Wearable Cosmetics
Pocket-Sized Cinematic Gimbals
The DJI Osmo Pocket Offers Performance in a Small Package
AR Luxury Sneaker Apps
Gucci's App Now Lets Users Virtually Try on the Latest Sneaker Styles
Powerful Palm-Sized Smartphones
The Conceptual Google Pixel 4 Mini Has a Compact Design
Photographer-Designed Camera Bags
The HEX Ranger Collection Boasts Functional Elements
Modular Security System Cameras
The Kami Smart Outdoor Security Camera Boasts a Cord-Free Design
Hand-Powered Instant Cameras
The Carbon Escura Instant 60s Camera is Low-Cost and Retro
Augmented Reality Catwalks
ASOS' 'Virtual Catwalk' Presents Products on Augmented Reality Models
Ink-Free Printer Cameras
The Kodak Smile Instant Print Camera and Printer is Modern yet Retro
Social Media-Focused Video Editing
Adobe's Premier Rush CC Offers Cloud-Based Video Editing
Feature-Rich 4K Action Cams
The Mokacam 'Alpha3' Offers HDR, 4K Recording and More
AR Wine Platforms
Third Aurora's AR Winetales Serves the Entire Wine Industry
Affordable Professional Action Cameras
The Seabird 4K Camera is Ultra-Compact, Portable and Fun
Wide-Format Instant Cameras
MiNT Unveils the Completely Manual Instant RF70 Camera
Virtual Parking Meters
HonkMobile's HonkTAP Requires No App to Pay for Parking
Recycled Bottle Smartphone Cases
The Nimble Bottle Case is an Eco-Friendly Accessory Option
Record-Breaking Shipping Container Offices
The 118 VR Building will Feature a Sustainable Design
High-End Instant Cameras
The Conceptual Leica Instant M Camera Has a Hybrid Design
Transforming Vlogger Camera Mounts
The 'SwitchPod' Works in Different Orientations
Shoppable Show Platforms
Gen Z-Targeted NTWRK Shares "Shopping at the Speed of Culture"
Playful Low-Cost Instant Cameras
The Canon CLIQ Compact Instant Camera Creates Physical Keepsakes
Motorized Videographer Tripod Devices
The edelkrone 'DollyPLUS' Works with Any Tripod
Smartphone-Powered Film Digitizers
The KODAK Mobile Film Scanner Helps Backup Old Negatives
Incredibly Tiny Gimbal Cameras
Dji's Incredibly High-tech Product Has a Variety of Useful Features
Connected Community Review Apps
VyB App Provides Real-Time Insight into Social Experiences
Clip-On Telephoto Smartphone Lenses
The Olloclip Pro Series Drastically Increases a Phone Camera
Artist-Centric Social Apps
'Collabr' Helps Artists to Connect and Collaborate with One Another
Tension-Held Tripods
The Lumapod Uses String Tension for Compact Stability
Efficient Desalination Devices
Solar Water Solutions Assists Namibia in Its Prolonged Drought
Live-Streaming Action Cameras
The GoPro Hero 7 Comes in Three Different Models
Virtual Restaurant Campaigns
The Martell Curious Restaurant Shares Three Unique Storylines
Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras
The SIGMA fp is the Smallest of Its Kind on the Market
Voice Assistant Security Cameras
The EZVIZ Indoor Security Cam Comes in Two Model Options
Dog-Centric Social Apps
Pedigree's DentaSTIX Studios Creates Fun Social Media Content
Compact Prosumer Cameras
The Canon PowerShot G7 X III and PowerShot G5 X Mark II are Speedy
POV Camera Vlogger Straps
The PGYTECH Action Camera Hand and Wrist Strap is Adjustable
Device-Mirroring Apps
The Microsoft 'Your Phone App' Shows Phone Notifications on Users' Computer
VHS-Digitizing Services
The Kodak ‘Digitizing Box’ Converts Old Media to New Formats
Precision Protection Camera Packs
The Langley Alpha Globetrotter Camera Backpack is Supportive
Lifeproof Adventurer Cameras
The Olympus Tough TG-6 Camera Works with an Array of Accessories
Camera Brand Smart Speakers
The Polaroid PWF1001 Speaker Connects to Amazon Alexa
Painterly AR Wine Apps
Imagery Estate Winery's AR Mobile App Applies Artful Filters
Digital Audio-Accompanying Cameras
The FUJIFILM Instax Mini LiPlay Prints Pictures with a QR Code
Flexible Filmmaker Lighting Solutions
The Blind Spot Gear 'Crack Light' is Multifunctional
Mirrorless Cameras Lenses
Lomography’s New Lenses are Compatible With Sony, Nikon and Canon Models
Ultra-Accurate Mirrorless Cameras
The FUJIFILM GFX100 Captures Premium Images with a 102MP Sensor
Panoramic Photography Phones
The Oppo Reno 10X Zoom Offers Impressive Camera Capabilities
Thrill Seeker Action Cameras
The DJI Osmo Action Camera Boasts Front-Facing Selfie Screen and More
Prosumer GPS-Equipped Cameras
The Hasselblad X1D II 50C Boasts a 50MP Sensor and More
Character-Celebrating Retro Polaroid Cameras
Polaroid Pays an Adorable Tribute to Mickey Mouse
Versatile Mirrorless Camera Gimbals
The DJI Ronin-SC Provides Streamlined Recording Capabilities
Photo-Editing AI Tools
Luminar 3 Will Feature a Set of AI Photo Tools
Multi-Purpose Augmented Reality Specticles
Vivo Has Announced Its First Edition AR Glasses
Rugged Multi-Device Power Banks
The BioLite Charge 40 Offers 10,400mAh of Power
Customizable Essential Item Organizers
The 'Ferris' Modular Key Organizer Keeps Things Tidy
Holographic Gaming Assistants
GeForce RTX R.O.N is an AI-Powered Assistant for PC Gaming
Old-Fashioned Instant Cameras
The Mint InstantKon RF70 Camera Has a Retro Feel and Functionality
High-End Imaging Action Cameras
The Sony RX0 II Camera is Small but Mighty
Nostalgic Tech-Infused Instant Cameras
Instax Square SQ20 Lets Consumers Select Photos to Print
Next-Gen 5G-Enabled Smartphones
The Lenovo Z6 Pro 5G Edition is Powered by a Snapdragon 855
Fast Processing Smartphones
The Meizu 16s Looks to Be The Company's Flagship Device
Air-Cushioned Technology Bags
The Umbrill Active Pack Offers Revolutionary Safety for Devices
Powered Prosumer Smartphone Gimbals
The Freevision 'VILTA M' Gimbal Offers Impressive Panning
Could-Based Audio Expansions
Spotify's Soundtrap Editing Tool Will Offer Free Unlimited Storage
Comprehensive Wellness-Focused Apps
The KeepAppy App is a Preventative Wellness Online Toolkit
Autonomous Sports Car Trucks
Volvo Trucks' Electric-Powered Vera Features a Unique Cab Design
4K Mirrorless Performance Cameras
The Canon EOS R Features a 30.2MP CMOS Sensor and More
Pro-Grade UHD Camcorders
The Canon VIXIA HF G50 Camcorder Records in 4K at 30fps
Comfort-Focused Camera Bags
Alotech's New Camera Bag Was Designed for Wildlife Photographers
Downloadable Music Libraries
YouTube Music is Drastically Expanding Its Offline Mixtape Capacity
Preordered Food Apps
Uber Eats Dine-In Allows Users to Order Before They Show Up
Branded AR Snack Games
The 'Cheetos Find Four' Memory Game Can be Played in the 7Rewards App
Robust Future-Ready Smartphones
The Huawei Nova 5 will Come in an Array of Design and Spec Options
Compact Prosumer DSLRs
The Canon EOS Rebel SL3 Camera Has a 24.1MP Sensor and Digic 8 Processor
Florally Accented Cameras
This Nikon Coolpix W150 Compact Waterproof Camera is Child-Friendly
Social Media Smartphone Integration
A WhatsApp Program Will Allow Status Sharing to Facebook
Distraction-Reducing Apps
ActionDash Focus Mode is Designed to Keep Users on Task
Photo Editing Tool Expansions
The Adobe App Lightroom Will Be Available in the Mac Store
Rugged Inflatable Travel Packs
The 'CAPSULA' Bags Offer Anti-Crush and Anti-Shock Protection
HDD-Sized Storage Cards
The SanDisk Extreme UHS-I microSDXC 1TB Card will Retail for $449
Multimedia Messaging Apps
Google Duo Now Allows for Photo Messaging Capabilities to Contacts
Flagship Smartphone Releases
Samsung's Galaxy Note 10 Is Reported to Be Released Soon
Wireless Control Camera Mounts
The Rhino Arc II Lets Users Pan, Focus and Tilt in a Handsfree Way
Premium Matte Compact Cameras
The Leica Q-P Camera Boasts a Stealthy Tonal Finish
Behind-The-Scenes Music Apps
A New Tidal Feature Will Show Music Credits