Web 2.0 Cameras

Cameras created specifically for YouTube make DIY production easier than ever

Implications - The digital camera industry has become increasingly saturated, forcing companies to look for new, untapped markets for their products. A variety of YouTube compatible devices have hit the market that allow users to upload YouTube content to display personal videos or store their favorites. These Web 2.0 cameras will change the ease with which consumers are able to contribute to YouTube, thus fueling the growing amount of online video content.

Trend Themes

  1. Youtube-enabled Cameras — Cameras made specifically to upload YouTube content will change the way consumers contribute online video content.
  2. Web-surfing Digital Cameras — Integrated internet browsers in digital cameras will make it easier to upload photos and videos to sharing sites immediately.
  3. Viral Video Advertisement Stars — Collaborating with YouTube's biggest creative stars will expand the marketing reach and audience for businesses and promote their newest products.

Industry Implications

  1. Digital Camera Industry — The digital camera industry needs to look for new, untapped markets for their products to continuously improve and sustain growth.
  2. Social Media Industry — Companies that recognize the power of social media and bloggers will be able to serve an array of new needs created by online sites.
  3. Advertising Industry — Collaborations with influential content creators on various platforms are effective ways to expand the marketing reach and audience for businesses and promote their newest products.
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7 Featured, 5 Examples:
67,422 Total Clicks
Date Range:
Oct 06 — Jan 09

Featured Examples

$129 Digital Video Camera
$129 Digital Video Camera
Uploads to Google Video with One Click
Youtubers and Google Video fanatics can shoot movies and upload for cheap with a new player from Pure Digital. The player runs for $129 from Target (and loads of other places). Itconnects with a USB… MORE
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Upload YouTube Vids On Your Phone
LG Viewty Touchscreen
Besides the elegant touchscreen and five megapixel camera the LG Viewty uploads YouTube videos directly, videos at 120 fps and supports DivX. The LG Viewty Touchscreen also has wicked camera features… MORE
Web-Surfing Digital Cameras
Web-Surfing Digital Cameras
The Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-G3 Features Built-In Browser (CES 2009)
With the Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-G3, uploading images to the Web has never been easier. This bad boy features an integrated Internet browser so that you can transfer your photos and videos to Shutterfly, Picasa… MORE
All Terrain Camera for YouTube Film Makers
All Terrain Camera for YouTube Film Makers
For all viral enthusiasts, the Extreme Cam from Oregon Scientific is just for you. The camera could be attached on a helmet or during sports and stunt activities. It has 2mb of internal memory which… MORE
play_circle_filledYouTube-Ready Camcorders
YouTube-Ready Camcorders
The JVC Everio Video Camera
Web-savvy videographers have an ally in the JVC Everio camcorder. It features a YouTube button, which uploads videos to YouTube with the touch of a button when the camcorder is connected to a computer.… MORE
Youtube Enabled Cameras
Youtube Enabled Cameras
The Casio Youtube Capture
Utilizing the YouTube Capture Mode, Casio has struck a deal directly with Youtube to make shooting and posting videos easier than it already is. Two Casio cameras, the EX-S880 and EX-S77, allow for videos… MORE
Viral Video Stars in Camera Ads
Viral Video Stars in Camera Ads
Sanyo Uses YouTube A-Listers to Promote ‘Xacti HD' Dig
Sanyo Fisher has tapped some of the biggest YouTube creative stars to promote their newest digital camera, the Sanyo Dual Camera Xacti HD. Each video created by the stars is different and promotes various… MORE