The top September 2015 tech photography ideas are indicative in a shift the way photos and videos are being captured and shared. Although many young consumers have come to rely on the camera built into a phone for taking photos, new photography tools are emerging to draw consumers away from phones and apps.
A few of these impressive photography tools include the kit-like Fotokite Phi drone, the KFC Memories Bucket that prints photos and the The Focal Camera, which empowers anyone to build an advanced camera using only a few easily accessible hardware tools.
Now that many consumers are taking to the great outdoors for adventures, they are discovering that they need more specialized devices for shooting photos, processing and sharing across social media networks.
Top 40 Tech Photography Concepts in September
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Timelapse Photography Tools
This Smartphone Accessory Lets You Take Professional Timelapse Photos
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Cost-Effective Cinematography Tools
The iStabilizer Dolly Produces Pro Quality Videos at Low Costs
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Makeup-Applying Apps
This App Makes the Process of Taking a Makeup Selfie Easy
37
Car Graveyard Photography
David Goldman's Auto Photography Essay 'Old Car City' is for Car Junkies
36
X-RAY Vision Cameras
Fujifilm's New Infrared Camera Will Transform the World of Forensics
35
Japanese Landscape Photography
This Photographer Uses an App to Express Emotions Through His Art
34
Texture-Building Photoshop Programs
This Photoshop Application Adds Realistic Details to Images
33
Deceptive Ballet Photography
This Swan Lake Photo Appears to Have its Subjects Floating on Water
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Filtered Photography Apps
Infltr Allows You To Add Colorful Image Filters While Shooting
31
Vintage Action Camera Cases
The 'Travler' Keeps GoPros Safe and Stylish in a Vintage Camera Case
30
Sophisticated DIY Cameras
'The Focal Camera' Teaches Anyone to Make an Advanced Cameras
29
Motorized Camera Stabilizers
This GoPro Accessory Help Users Capture Smooth Videos
28
Kite-Like Cameras
'Fotokite Phi' is a Photography Drone That Can Be Led on a Tether
27
Clarity-Enhancing Image Apps
The Sleeklens Uses a Professional Quailty Filter to Elevate Images
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Whimsical Animal Costumes
This Quirky Photo Series Features Squirrels in Tiny Costumes
25
Floating Skyscraper Photography
Peter Tsai's Photos Showcase Chicago's Skyline Up Among the Clouds
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3D Image-Capturing Scanners
This Smartphone & Tablet Extension Allows Users to Capture 3D Images
23
Retro-Inspired Cameras
This Camera Fuses an Old-School Look with Modern Functionality
22
Animal Perspective Software
This Multispectral Image Calibration Program Lets You See Like Animals
21
Wildfire Awareness Pictures
This Series of Wildfire Photography Captures These Beautiful Disasters
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Retro-Inspired Camera Remotes
These Remote Shutters for Phones Resemble Old Film Gadgets
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Time-Lapse Tripods
This Battery-Free Smartphone Device Helps Stabilize Videos
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Crowdsourced Imaging Apps
This Social App Provides Real-Time Images from Places Around the World
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Crowdsourced Drone Rental Services
The Droner Platform Easily Connects Customers to Drone Pilots
16
Sensory-Reactive Cameras
The Graava is an App-Connected Camera That Only Captures Relevant Moments
15
Group Photo-Editing Apps
This Digital Makeover App Now Lets Users Edit Group Photos
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Model-Booking Apps
This Modeling App Lets Companies Book Models Directly Without Agencies
13
Doctor-Published Photo Apps
This Instagram-Mimicking App Lets Doctors Share Medical Information
12
Film Photography Apps
Base Lets You Use Your Smartphone Camera as If It Was Analogue
11
Homeless Art Initiatives
'Cafe Art' Gave 100 Cameras to London's Homeless Who Captured Its Beauty
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Panoramic Camera Enhancers
This Smartphone Camera Enhancer Improves Panorama Shot Quality
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Satellite Image Directories
Google 'Earth View' Curates Shots from a Satellite's Perspective
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Virtual Reality Cameras
The Nokia Ozo Captures 360 Degree Audio and Video Used for Virtual Reality
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Photography Community Apps
The Revamped '500px' App Gives Photographers a Space to Share Their Art
6
Context-Specific Photo Apps
This App Recalls Memorable Photos from Different Events
5
App-Connected Printing Kiosks
This Kodak Kiosk Receives Image Orders Directly from a Synced App
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Chicken Container Printers
The KFC Memories Buckets Prints Out Polaroid Pictures of Your Friends
3
Classroom Photography Robots
The 'Meebo' Robot Acts as a Robot School Monitor in Japan
2
Anonymous Photo Feedback Services
This Service Helps Users Choose Curate Their Online Photos
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Faux Travel Trays
KFC's Fun Tray Liner Acts as the Backdrop for Creating 'Fakation' Photos
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Tech-Savvy Luxury Trucks
The Ford F-150 Limited Features LED Headlights and a 360-Degree Camera
Toxic Surfing Photography
The 'HAZMAT Surfing' Series Imagines the Grim Future of Surfing
Quirky Street Style Portraits
'The Pastels' Series by Giel Domen Highlights Eccentric Fashions
Post-Apocalyptic Amusement Park Imagery
This Manipulated Disney World Photography Series is Dark
Fashionable Wanderlust Photography
Vogue Italia's Picturesque Series Features Mariacarla Boscano
Urban Rebel Runways
BARBARA I GONGINI's Latest Collection Boasts Deconstructed Menswear
Urban Watercolor Portraits
Masato Watanabe's Paintings of Japan are Delicate and Detailed
X-RAY Vision Cameras
Fujifilm's New Infrared Camera Will Transform the World of Forensics
Panoramic Spherical Cameras
The 'Sphericam 2' is a 360-Degree Camera That Can Capture Any View
Underwater Fishing Cameras
This Waterproof Gadget Functions as an Action Camera for Fishing
360-Degree VR Cameras
Jaunt Unveils the First Professional Model for Epic Cinematic Footage
Swift Brick-Laying Robots
This Prototype Robot Can Build Houses Faster Than Human Workers
Water Droplet Photography
Ivelina Blagoeva Captures Macro Photographs of Colorful Water Drops
Monochromatic Underwater Photography
This Series Captures the Beauty of Children Playing in Water
Plush Robot Napping Beds
This Baymax Bed is Based on a Character from Disney’s Big Hero 6 Flick
Tropical Menswear Editorials
Complex Magazine's 'Hot Tropic' Series Highlights Beach-Ready Apparel
Exuberant Flower Editorials
Julia Majdanska Stars in Marta Macha's 'Pure Flower' Beauty Story
Camera Lens Flippers
The Clip and Lens Flipper System
Smartphone Viewfinder Accessories
The IndieVice Turns Your Smartphone into a Pro-Level Viewfinder
Monumental City Photography
Jason Peterson Captures Urban Scenery on His Instagram Account
Lens-Changing Action Cameras
The Z Camera E1 Hopes to Challenge GoPro with Sophisticated Features
Drone-Photographed Playgrounds
This Photographer Used a Drone to Capture Aerial Park Images
Action Camera Autos
The New 2016 Toyota Tacoma Will Come With a GoPro Mount for Filming
Nature-Inspired Color Palettes
These Soothing Color Swatches are Inspired by Nature Photography
Rebellious Model Closeups
Robin Kater and Senna Team Up for a Raw And Candid Portfolio Update
Sleek Kaleidoscopic Sunglasses
The H0les x Colors Eyewear Collection Features Psychedelic Style
Autonomous Sailing Vessels
Shuttleworth Design's Floating Vessel Boasts an Unmanned Design
Homeless Painted Portraits
The Proceeds from These Homeless Art Pieces Benefit Those They Depict
Modern Bride Editorials
The 'Come Dress With Me!' Feature Highlights Bold Bridal Attire
Doodled Kids Cookie Packaging
This Range of Snack Cookies for Children Boasts Crafty Pouch Designs
Vintage Action Camera Cases
The 'Travler' Keeps GoPros Safe and Stylish in a Vintage Camera Case
Luxury Japanese Spas
The 'Thermae-yu' Hot Spring Bath Spa is the Largest in Japan
Smartphone-Paired Cameras
The DxO One Works With Your iPhone to Take DSLR-Quality Photos
Stamp Tourism Games
'Stampions' Blends Netherlands Tourism with Digital Stamp Collecting
Space-Maximizing Homeless Shelters
These Temporary Pods Turn Unused Wall Space into Homes
Brainwave-Controlled Robots
The 'ThynkBot' is a Toy That You Can Control with Your Brain Waves
Durable Action Cameras
The Hero4 Session is the First GoPro That Doesn't Require a Case
Luxurious High-Tech Gyms
This Fitness Center Features Futuristic Equipment and 3D Body Scans
Selfie-Taking Mannequins
Mondo's Newest Mannequin Display Poses with a Phone in Hand
Motorized Camera Stabilizers
This GoPro Accessory Help Users Capture Smooth Videos
Handgun-Toting Drones
This Handgun Drone Was Created By an 18-Year-Old Inventor
Kite-Like Cameras
'Fotokite Phi' is a Photography Drone That Can Be Led on a Tether
Reunited Father Photos
The Homeless Paradise Series Features the Photographer's Long-Lost Father
Floating Skyscraper Photography
Peter Tsai's Photos Showcase Chicago's Skyline Up Among the Clouds
Mirrorless Retro Cameras
The 4K Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 Camera Features Retro Styling
Homeless-Helping Cafes
This Socially Conscious Coffee Shop Provides Jobs for the Homeless
Familial Fast Food Ads
The KFC 'Together' Campaign Highlights Family Dinner Traditions
Light Painting Tools
This Vibrant Device Allows Artists to Literally Paint with Light
Gamified Email-Sorting Apps
The Geronimo App Notifies You When You Receive Emails From Real People
Retro-Inspired Camera Remotes
These Remote Shutters for Phones Resemble Old Film Gadgets
Marijuana Drone Delivery Services
This New Service Takes Drone Deliveries to a New High
Upcycled Fast Fashion Lines
This H&M Fashion Collection is Made Out of Recycled Apparel
Insect-Inspired Robots
These Amphibious
Kid-Friendly Robots
This Programmable Robot is Designed to Entertain and Educate Children
Smartphone Camera Add-Ons
The Olloclip Studio Adds Lenses and Other Accessories To Your Smartphone
Sensory-Reactive Cameras
The Graava is an App-Connected Camera That Only Captures Relevant Moments
Ultra-Resilient Cameras
The JVC Everio GZ-R450 Can Handle Dust, Water and Freezing Temperatures
Selfie-Based Dating Apps
This New Dating App Requires You to Have an Updated Profile Photo
Photo Curation Apps
The 'PicJoy' App Provides Advanced Ways of Categorizing Smartphone Pictures
Group Communication Devices
This Walkie-Talkie Replacement Keeps You Connected
Color-Matching Makeup Apps
The ShadeScout App Helps You Find That Perfect Colored Product
Lengthy Zoom Cameras
The Canon PowerShot G3 X Offers Some Serious Zoom Potential
Patient-Tracking Apps
The 'Cureatr' App Helps Physicians Keep Track of Hospital Patients
Connected Mixology Tools
This Cocktail Stick Helps Users Make the Perfect Drink Each Time
Amusing Mini Drones
Axis Drones is Taking Drone Technology to the Miniature Scale
Cosmetic Tracking Apps
The Stash Beauty Shopping App Alerts You to When Products are On Sale
Panoramic Camera Enhancers
This Smartphone Camera Enhancer Improves Panorama Shot Quality
Music Streaming Platforms
Yamaha's MusicCast Will Include Wireless Speakers, Sound Bars and More
Charitable Coding Communities
Free Code Camp Lets Members Learn to Code By Helping Non-Profits
Beacon Safety Apps
Apple and IBM's Safe Site for Forepersons is Driven by Beacon Technology
French Fry Photo Filters
McDonald's & Snapchat Launched a Series of Food-Decorated Photo Filters
Interactive Music Tables
KFC's Interactive Sound Bite Table Creates a Personal Listening Hub
Wearable Security Cameras
This Stylish and Waterproof Security Camera is Fit for Use on the Go
Golf Course Solar Farms
Kyocera is Converting Unused Greens to Construct a Solar Energy Farm
Child-Centric Tablets
The LeapFrog Epic is an Android Tablet For Kids
Driverless Drone Cabs
This Dutch Engineer is Developing a Self-Piloting Flying Taxi
Cheesy Pizza Chicken Wings
These Hybrid Pizza Chicken Wings from KFC are Revealed on Japan Menus
Automotive Anti-Theft Apps
'Rimtech' is the First Anti-Theft System for Auto Wheels
360-Degree Surveillance Cameras
The Branto Orb is a High-Definition Home-Monitoring Device
Music-Focused Smartphones
This Musical Android Phone Boasts Two Audio Jacks & Two Front Speakers
Education-Encouraging Apps
This App Encourages Students to Explore Careers in Technology
Miniature Surveillance Drones
This Tiny Drone is Used for Military Surveillance During Combat
Sapphire Disk Storage
Nanoform Stores Miniscule-Sized Files for Eternal Data Preservation
Cryptic Magazine Ads
SAB Miller's Interactive Magazine Ad Reveals a Hidden Message
Virtual Reality Cameras
The Nokia Ozo Captures 360 Degree Audio and Video Used for Virtual Reality
On-Demand Medical Apps
The Circle Medical App Provides Patients with At-Home Medical Care
Electric Coaching Toothbrushes
The Sonicare Kids Toothbrush Teaches Children How to Properly Brush
Automated Medical Appointments
This Health Startup Wants to Automate Medical Health Services
Portable Smartphone Scanners
This Superbly Useful Scanning App Digitizes Your Mess of Paperwork
Context-Specific Photo Apps
This App Recalls Memorable Photos from Different Events
Zero-Waste Breweries
The 'RISE & WIN Brewing Co.' is Producing High-Quality Sustainable Beer
Latina Lifestyle Platforms
Vivala is a Mobile-First Community and Publication for Latina Women
Beacon Winery Tours
Consorzio Vino Chianti Classico's App Leads Italian Wine Tours with Beacons
Homeless-Helping Community Gardens
This Organic Garden Helps to Feed an Enitre Homeless Shelter
Water-Monitoring Robotic Swans
These Robot Swans Help Provide Data-Driven Water Testing
Underwater Photo Booths
The L.A Photo Party Captures Underwater Poses with Props & Instant Photos
Customer-Controlled Taxi Services
'Opoli' is a Taxi Service That Lets One Negotiate Fare Prices
Predictive Email Apps
The SlideMail Messaging Tool Learns Your Behaviors to Email For You
User-Friendly Photo Editing Apps
The 'Polarr' App Includes Advanced Photo Editing Features
Chicken Container Printers
The KFC Memories Buckets Prints Out Polaroid Pictures of Your Friends
Quirky Rainbow Cafes
Japan's 'Kawaii Monster Cafe' Serves Colorfully Chromatic Treats
News-Based Dating Apps
This App Matches Users Based on the Kinds of News Articles They Read
Competitor-Tracking Apps
This Unmetric App Allows Brands to Set Up Social Media Tracking
Compact Smartphone Cameras
The Olympus AIR A01 Turns Any iPhone Into a Mirrorless Camera
Health-Tracking Designer Shirts
This Ralph Lauren Shirt Tracks Workout Progress and Health
Playful Peek-a-Boo Robots
This Circular Robot was Created by a Pixar Employee
Business Suggestion Apps
The 'NeedIn' App Lets Locals Propose New Business Ideas Nearby
Playful Toy Drones
Parrot Makes Innovative and Fun Minidrones for Children to Play With
Diabetes Education Apps
The Diabetes Point of Care Platform Shares Tips and Treatment Options
Solar Internet Drones
The Facebook Drone 'Aquila' Will Bring the Web to Remote Parts of the World
Selfie-Taking Fitness Apps
The Misfit Link Blends Activity Tracking With Selfie Snapping
Moon-Crossing Photography
NASA's DSCOVR Spacecraft Snapped These Photos of the Moon's Transit
Friendly Robot Companions
This High-Tech Robot Provides Video Surveillance, Reminders and Alerts
Timely Social Media Tools
The Instagram Trending Places is Set to Compete with Twitter
Flaming Superhero Drones
This Fantastic Four Promo Drone Takes the Shape of the Human Torch
TV Show Prediction Apps
'Plot Guru' Lets You Compete With Friends By Guessing Plot