# 8-Bit Camera Guns Dmitry Morozov Creates a Fun Way to Take Photos and Instantly Print Them By Meghan Young | Published 2015-03-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camera-gun References: [popsci](http://www.popsci.com/russian-camera-looks-gameboy-crossed-gun) & [vtol.cc](http://vtol.cc/filter/works/gbg-8) Although the word 'shoot' is frequently associated to photography, a camera gun such as the one created by Russian artist Dmitry Morozov is not something that would necessarily be born out of such a connection. Of course, in the eyes of a gamer, it would only be natural to created a camera gun that not only takes pictures, but prints them instantly as well. Dubbed gbg-8, the camera gun boasts not only the handle of a gun, but also parts of a Gameboy as well as a [thermal printer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-ace-pro-2-pocket-printer). An alternative to the [iconic Polariod camera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polaroid-trance-camera), this camera gun could easily bring [instant photos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kodak-printomatic) back in a big way. That is, if the price is also more manageable. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Camera Gamification:** Opportunity for businesses to integrate gamification into camera technology and create fun, unique ways for users to take photos. - **Instant Printing Camera:** Opportunity for businesses to create new instant printing camera products that combine modern technology with vintage aesthetics. - **Retro-inspired Technology:** Opportunity for businesses to tap into nostalgia by creating retro-inspired technology products like the 8-bit camera gun. ### Where This Applies - **Camera & Photography:** Opportunity for businesses in camera and photography industry to integrate retro design and gamification elements into their products. - **Gaming & Entertainment:** Opportunity for businesses in gaming and entertainment industry to incorporate retro design and instant printing technology into their products. - **Printing & Publishing:** Opportunity for businesses in printing and publishing industry to innovate by combining vintage design elements with modern printing technology. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Thermal Printer Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/childrens-print-camera.md) - [Thermal Print Portable Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermal-print-camera.md) - [Artistic Photography Instant Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moir-21-instant-film-camera.md) - [Adorable Mini Instant Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-digital-toy-camera.md) - [Portable Game Device Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-boy-mini-camera.md) - [Quad-Lens GIF Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moment-3d-camera.md) - [Functional Gingerbread Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingerbread-camera.md) - [Nostalgic Computer Graphic Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrospekt-and-polaroid.md) - [Child-Friendly Camera Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camera-for-kids.md)