Cameras are powerful pieces of technology, and the March 2018 photography trends demonstrate that the devices are only getting better with time.
The fundamentals of photography's hardware are certainly improving, but what makes the March 2018 photography trends so interesting is that camera companies have begun to embrace the power of software solutions as well. Unlike with film, digital photography has no physical form, existing wholly as a pixelated facsimile of the image captured. This means that the right software has the potential to correct and improve those digital imprints (whereas no amount of software can affect a film photograph once it's on the celluloid).
One of the companies with the biggest investment in photography software is Pentax, whose Pentax K-1 Mark II has a built-in smart auto-exposure that uses a feature called 'Real-Time Scene-Analysis' to analyze brightness within the context of the image in the frame, providing more appropriate output as a result.
Top 35 Photography Trends in March
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User-Friendly Complex Cameras
By Using Design Elements, the Lytro Lüm Hopes to Entice Novice Users
34
Professional 4K Smartphone Cameras
The Insta360 Nano S Camera Enables 360-Degree Content Recording
33
Tactile Image Cameras
The '2C3D' Camera Offers a Way for the Blind to Touch Images
32
Accident-Avoiding Dash Cams
The Letown LT9 4K Dash Cam Packs Driver Assistant Functionality
31
Infrared Smartphone Camera Accessories
This Infrared Camera Concept is Fun and Functional
30
Ergonomic Smartphone Camera Accessories
The Just Mobile 'ShutterGrip' Stabilizes Your Device
29
Mass Produced Art Collections
IKEA and Hasselblad Partnered to Make Fine Art More Accessible
28
Surface-Tracking AR Stickers
Google Updated Its Motion Stills App to Include an AR Experience
27
Artistic Photography Immersion Tents
The Penuhaus 'Compound Camera' Contains 109 Pinhole Cameras
26
Compact High-End Cameras
The Panasonic Lumix GX9 Has Impressive Specs
25
Drone-Powered Runway Shows
The Dolce & Gabbana Drone Display Shows a Unique Use of Tech in Fashion
24
Family Camcorder Apps
'Air' is Helping a New Generation of Parents Capture Home Movies
23
In-Camera AI Assistants
The Pentax K-1 Mark II Uses a Deep Learning Algorithm
22
Retro Camera Bags
ONA Bags' Campbell Series is Inspired by Vintage Photo Gear
21
Modernized Camcorder Devices
This Handheld Camcorder Draws Inspiration from a Retro Design
20
Vignette-Controlling Lenses
The Lensbaby Burnside 35 Offers Mechanical Control of Vignette
19
3D Printed Violins
College Student Sean Riley 3D Printed a Functioning Six String Violin
18
Natural Vision Smartphone Lenses
The 'SPLENDOR' Case Captures Wide-Angle Photos with Precision
17
Camera-Replacing Subscriptions
GoPro Plus is Now Offering Camera Replacement and Other Perks
16
Chic Instant Photo Displays
The Inrolo Can Hold Up to 10 Instax Photos at Once
15
Smartphone User-Targeted Cameras
The Olympus PEN E-PL9 is Ideal for Beginners and Intermediates
14
Olympian-Approved Cameras
The Leica Q Snow Edition Camera Boasts a 24MP Sensor
13
Budget-Friendly Broadcast Cameras
The URSA Broadcast Offers Ultra High-Definition Capture for Less
12
High-Performing Mirrorless Cameras
Jerry Julien Spoke with Trend Hunter About the Fujifilm X-H1
11
AI Camera Accessories
This Camera Plug-In Uses AI Technology to Improve Photo Quality
10
Mirrorless 4K Cameras
The FujiFilm X-H1 Bases Itself of Older Models But Offers New Upgrades
9
Shocking Photography Projects
'Prosthetic Photographer' ForcesPictures Using AI and Electricity
8
Spring-Loaded Camera Caps
'LENSCAPT' Eliminates Users from Ever Losing Their Lens Cap Again
7
Accelerated Autofocus Cameras
The Panasonic Lumix GX9 is Ready to Capture the Action
6
Advanced Power Zoom Cameras
Fujifilm Released a New Mirrorless Camera with a Power Zoom Lens
5
DIY Thermal Cameras
Adafruit's 3D-Printed Camera Project Teaches Programming and Electronics
4
Cost-Effective Smartphone Cameras
Samsung's ISOCELL Dual Offers a Better Camera for a Lower Cost
3
Intelligent Camera Accessories
The Canon Speedlite 470EX-AI Flash Automatically Adjusts Itself
2
Low-Light Performance Cameras
The Panasonic GH5S Ditches Some Quality for Low-Light Performance
1
Deep-Zoom Digital Cameras
The Panasonic ZS200 Comes Stock with a 24-360x Lens
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User-Friendly Complex Cameras
By Using Design Elements, the Lytro Lüm Hopes to Entice Novice Users
Professional 4K Smartphone Cameras
The Insta360 Nano S Camera Enables 360-Degree Content Recording
Miniature Vehicle Dash Cameras
The YI Compact Dash Cam Records Footage in Crisp HD
Ad-Replacing Art Campaigns
Guerrilla Art Project Art in Ad Places is Getting Its Own Exhibit
Lip-Plumping Beauty Tools
ReVive Makes One's Lips More Plump, Reduces Creases and Boosts Collagen
Virtual Fashion Influencers
Miquela Sousa is Instagram's First Virtual Fashion Icon
3D-Printed Genius Toys
The Real Play Coalition's 'Open Einstein' Replicates a Genius' Playthings
Tactile Image Cameras
The '2C3D' Camera Offers a Way for the Blind to Touch Images
AR Football Stadium Seats
2018 Super Bowl Seats Can Be Viewed Through StubHub's AR Stadium Model
Customizable Camera Drone Equipment
The 'WWWing' Drone Features Clip-on Parts to Go Anywhere
Wire-Free Solar Security Cameras
The Reolink Argus 2 Works with an Accompanying Solar Panel
Infrared Smartphone Camera Accessories
This Infrared Camera Concept is Fun and Functional
Ergonomic Smartphone Camera Accessories
The Just Mobile 'ShutterGrip' Stabilizes Your Device
Connected Lightbulb Cameras
The 'LightCam' Lightbulb Security Camera is Simple to Install
Elegantly Intelligent Schools
The Augustinianum is a School for Gifted Students in Eindhoven
Artistic Photography Immersion Tents
The Penuhaus 'Compound Camera' Contains 109 Pinhole Cameras
Vibrant Home Furnishing Lines
IKEA's February 2018 Collection is Whimsical and Imaginative
Compact High-End Cameras
The Panasonic Lumix GX9 Has Impressive Specs
Selfie Ball Party Cameras
Hypno Documents Your Event and Formats It for Social Media Use
Affordable 4G Phones
The New 'Nokia 3310' Hopes to Bring Modern Tech to Rural Chinese Areas
Award-Winning Smartwatches
The Mobvoi Express and Sport are Sleek and Modern Android Smartwatches
Weathered Steel House Exteriors
Faulkner Architects's Design is Shaded by Large Oak Trees
Hidden Keyboard Webcams
This Huawei Laptop Hides the Webcam to Maintain Privacy
Comedic Camera Candy Dispensers
#FR2 Created a New Candy Dispensing Disposable Camera
In-Camera AI Assistants
The Pentax K-1 Mark II Uses a Deep Learning Algorithm
Print Magazine Clothing Collections
Places+Faces Created a Magazine Merchandise Collection
Retro Camera Bags
ONA Bags' Campbell Series is Inspired by Vintage Photo Gear
Comprehensive Monitoring Security Cameras
The Samsung 'SmartCam A1' Security Camera is Advanced
AR Documentary Apps
BBC's Civilisations Series is Paired with the Interactive Civilisations AR App
Contemporary Jewelry Headphones
The 'OD' Earphones Have Character and Durable Functionality
Vignette-Controlling Lenses
The Lensbaby Burnside 35 Offers Mechanical Control of Vignette
Smart Home Security Systems
The New Sens8 Security Device Abandons Monthly Fees Entirely
Vibrant Lakeside Retreats
The Sky House by Timberline Custom Homes is a Modern Cottage in Ontario
Dual-Branded Fragrance Announcements
'Elevator Music' Was Made in Collaboration with Off-White
Retro-Inspired Video Cameras
The 'D4H' Concept Mirrorless Camera Looks Like a Super 8 Film Camera
Furniture Rental Programs
IKEA's Furniture Rental Program is Part of Its Sustainability Model
Camera-Replacing Subscriptions
GoPro Plus is Now Offering Camera Replacement and Other Perks
Smartphone User-Targeted Cameras
The Olympus PEN E-PL9 is Ideal for Beginners and Intermediates
Four-Camera Smartphones
The Blu Vivo X is an Affordable Flagship Device
Olympian-Approved Cameras
The Leica Q Snow Edition Camera Boasts a 24MP Sensor
Rugged Hybrid Laptops
The Panasonic Toughbook CF-20 Boasts a Detachable Tablet and More
Budget-Friendly Broadcast Cameras
The URSA Broadcast Offers Ultra High-Definition Capture for Less
AI Beauty Enhancing Smartphones
The New Oppo A71 Smartphone Has Advanced AI Technology
Smart Home Security Cameras
The Wyze Cam v2 Comes with Alexa Compatibility
Photographer-Trained AI Cameras
Google Clips AI Breaks Down Good Photography into an Algorithm
Bezel-Less Smartphones
The Apex FullView Redesigns Its Features for a New Concept
Sofa-Themed Parfaits
IKEA Japan Launched a 'Love on Sofa' Valentine's Day Snack
High-Precision Smoke Detectors
The French Brand NodOn Has Released Communicative Smoke Detectors
Analog Anniversary Cameras
The Lomo 25th Anniversary LC-A+ is Crafted with Premium Materials
Reaction Video Apps
The Reaction.cam App is Helping Users Engage With One Creator Another
Portable Wireless Gimbals
The SteadXP Stabilizer is an Affordable Gimbal That is All Electronic
AI Camera Accessories
This Camera Plug-In Uses AI Technology to Improve Photo Quality
AR Piano Lessons
The Music Everywhere App Uses AR to Teach the Piano
Empowering Art Programs
VSCO is Empowering Artists and Communities with 'VSCO Voices'
Neo-Vintage Camera Bags
Ona's Campbell Collection Borrows Elements from Old-School Camera Bags
Mirrorless 4K Cameras
The FujiFilm X-H1 Bases Itself of Older Models But Offers New Upgrades
P2P Streetwear Retail Apps
The 'Bump' Streetwear Marketplace Offers Fans a Way to Resell
Shocking Photography Projects
'Prosthetic Photographer' ForcesPictures Using AI and Electricity
Accelerated Autofocus Cameras
The Panasonic Lumix GX9 is Ready to Capture the Action
Comprehensive House-Guarding Robots
The 'CARL' Smart Home Security Robot Respects Your Privacy
AR Face-Painting Apps
The AR Face Maker App Makes the Most of the iPhone X's 3D Facial Recognition
Antitheft Alarm Selfie Sticks
The Mipow 'SelfieTIK' Alerts You if You Lose or Leave Your Device
High-End Art Lenses
The Sigma Art Lens Boasts Impressive Specs and Is Suited for Outdoor Shooting
Friendly Robotic Assistant Speakers
The Archos 'Hello' Smart Display Has Google Assistant Built in
Advanced Power Zoom Cameras
Fujifilm Released a New Mirrorless Camera with a Power Zoom Lens
Modular Designer-Made Sofas
IKEA and Tom Dixon Collaborated on the 'Delaktig' Modular Sofa Design
Reborn Iconic Film Cameras
Kodak's Super 8 Camera is a Modern Revival of an Iconic Camera
Smartphone-Powered Autonomous Cars
Huawei is Using Its AI in an Autonomous Porsche at MWC 2018
DIY Thermal Cameras
Adafruit's 3D-Printed Camera Project Teaches Programming and Electronics
Piano-Playing Robots
This Musical Robot's 3D-Printed Fingers Interact with Piano Keys
Cost-Effective Smartphone Cameras
Samsung's ISOCELL Dual Offers a Better Camera for a Lower Cost
Intelligent Camera Accessories
The Canon Speedlite 470EX-AI Flash Automatically Adjusts Itself
Individual Couples Duvets
IKEA's 'TOG-ether bundle' Offers Two Single Duvets for a Couple
Low-Light Performance Cameras
The Panasonic GH5S Ditches Some Quality for Low-Light Performance
Entertainment-Focused Smartphones
The New Sony Xperia XZ2 Comes in Two Sizes with Impressive Specs
Deep-Zoom Digital Cameras
The Panasonic ZS200 Comes Stock with a 24-360x Lens
Quad-Camera Smartphones
The Honor 9 Lite Smartphone is Focused on Photographical Excellence