How Has Photography Changed Over The Years

Technology has seen a lot of change over the years especially in the world of photography. In 25 years, I believe, the world of photography will not see too many changes it is not already seeing. One big change I see coming is the removal of photographs for the most part and the jump of 360 degree photographs and movies.

Firstly the world is already seeing the replacement of pictures. If you take a look at Facebook for instance it is now offering a seven second video to be used instead of a profile picture. Facebook stated in their introduction video to this new feature that it is an easier way to show the world your personality. This is a huge reason I can see photos becoming a thing of the past it shows more than a picture. If a picture is worth 1000 words how much could a video be worth. It’s a big jump to speculate in 25 years that pictures will become obsolete but I feel they will become like the polaroid instant printing camera or film, still used but not as prevalent.

With the introduction of 360 video earlier this decade the cost of 360 cameras is high, ranging from 100 dollars to well over 1,000 dollars, it’s likely to see these prices drop as technology develops and it even being integrated into certain devices like smartphones and webcams. Virtual reality is a field of media that is really pushing this idea along with Samsung recently releasing their VR headset, that can turn your smartphone into a 360 viewing apparatus and how simple it is to craft a VR headset out of cardboard the age of 360 video taking over is approaching fast. Although the 360 photograph is not common today it is essentially what is done when something is scanned to be a 3D model. also all the things previously stated about 360 videos can also be stated about 3D scanners, they are expensive and are starting to be integrated into smartphones and