# Phone-Equipped Cameras The Kodak Ektra Camera Smartphone Puts Photography First By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-10-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camera-smartphone References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/kodak-ektra-smartphone-unveiled-20-10-2016/) & [kodakphones](http://www.kodakphones.com/) [Kodak](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kodak-snapic-a1) is a brand synonymous with photography, so the new Kodak Ektra camera smartphone comes as a logical design for the brand's foray into the smartphone market. Instead of being a smartphone with a great camera, the Kodak Ektra is more like a [professional camera with smartphone capabilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caira-camera). The rear camera on the Kodak Ektra features a 21MP fast focus camera sensor with F2.0, OIS, PDAF and a dual LED flash. The front camera is 13MP with auto focus and phase detection to make it one of the [best front-facing cameras ever for selfies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollei-powerflex-x8-dual-lens) and video calls. The Kodak Ektra camera smartphone is outfitted with 32GB of built-in storage and features a microSD slot for expansion purposes. The smartphone features a Helio X20 2.3 GHz 10 core processor and 3GB of RAM. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Camera-centric Smartphones:** The rise of camera-centric smartphones presents opportunities to merge professional-grade camera capabilities with smartphone features. - **Advanced Camera Technology:** Advancements in camera technology open up possibilities for improved image quality and functionality in smartphone cameras. - **Photography-focused Smart Devices:** The emergence of photography-focused smart devices allows for the integration of high-quality cameras and professional-grade features into everyday gadgets. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Smartphone Manufacturing:** The smartphone manufacturing industry can explore integrating advanced camera technology into their products to enhance camera capabilities and appeal to photography enthusiasts. - **Camera Technology:** The camera technology industry can collaborate with smartphone manufacturers to develop innovative camera modules that offer superior image quality and enhanced functionality. - **Photography Accessories:** The photography accessories industry has an opportunity to create complementary products, such as lenses and mounts, that cater to the needs of camera-centric smartphone users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Photography-Centric Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ax-phone.md) - [Photographer-Targeted Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-xperia-proi.md) - [Oversized Camera Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivo-x80-pro.md) - [Intuitive Double-Exposure Film Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kodak-snapic-a1.md) - [Modernized Video Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kodak-super-8-camera.md) - [Rotating Camera Module Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikko-mind-one.md) - [Smartphone-Friendly Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/domono-smart-camera.md) - [Rugged DSLR-Like Camera Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theia-imaging-smartphone-concept.md) - [Camera-Inspired Sleek Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-15-ultra.md)