If you love the idea of an instant camera, but the cost of all the photo printing paper is a deterrent for you, the PrintSnap is something you need to check out ASAP. Rather than printing your pictures instantly on expensive paper, the block-like device uses cheap receipt paper (like the kind you would receive after making a retail purchase). This gives the pictures a grainy effect some might even enjoy.
Invented by Michael Ciuffo, the PrintSnap instant camera might not give you the best quality photographs -- but it does provide a lot of fun for less money than comparable models. The thermal paper offers black and white prints, making them even more vintage looking. The camera design also has an old school, boxy feel.
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The PrintSnap Instant Camera Prints Pictures on Thermal Receipt Paper
Trend Themes
1. Affordable Instant Cameras - The trend of instant cameras that utilize cheaper, alternative printing materials provides an opportunity for companies to create more affordable options to attract budget-conscious consumers.
2. Grainy Effect Photography - Cameras that produce photographs with a grainy effect may become more popular as a trend that provides a unique and vintage aesthetic.
3. DIY Printing - The increasing popularity of DIY and homemade projects may allow for a trend of more customizable instant cameras that allow users to print their own photos on a variety of materials.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Companies that manufacture instant cameras have an opportunity to disrupt the industry by producing models that use cheaper printing materials or allow for more customizable printing options.
2. Retail - Retail businesses that specialize in printing materials, such as office supply stores, may see a rise in demand for thermal receipt paper and other alternative printing materials.
3. Crafts and DIY - Businesses that focus on crafting and DIY projects may see a rise in demand for products that incorporate printable photos produced on alternative materials.