DSLR cameras have changed how we capture the moments in our lives forever, and this NOVA DSLR camera concept by Erin Fong shakes up this category even further by taking a gamer slant. The NOVA DSLR camera has the same lens and functionality as a traditional DSLR, but its boomerang-shaped handles channel a video game controller.
From the shots above, it looks like the NOVA DSLR camera concept by Erin Fong makes it easier to hold the multimedia machine and take images from complex angles. Sweet!
Controller-Shaped Cameras
NOVA DSLR by Erin Fong Looks Like a Video Game Console
Trend Themes
1. Controller-shaped Cameras - The design trend of creating cameras with a game-controller-like shape is emerging, creating opportunities for brands to appeal to younger, tech-savvy consumers.
2. Multifunctional Camera Design - The NOVA DSLR camera's design integrates both gaming and photography functions, leading to new design possibilities for camera manufacturers looking to stand out in the market.
3. Cross-industry Collaboration - As cameras move towards incorporating design elements and features from video gaming, there are opportunities for brands in the gaming industry to collaborate with camera manufacturers to develop new products for consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Camera Manufacturing - The emergence of camera designs inspired by video game controllers introduces a new way to differentiate products and appeal to younger consumers.
2. Gaming - By taking inspiration from gaming controllers, the camera industry offers a unique opportunity for gaming brands to enter the photography market and offer cross-functional products.
3. Tech Accessories - The NOVA DSLR camera's unique design offers the opportunity for accessory manufacturers to create novel accessories and expand their product lines.