Is this the future of mobile photography?
Or maybe point-and-click photography?
This new Nikon offering really turned my head.
When it comes to taking pictures with my family, although the easy of a portable device is nice, we always grab our point-and-click for “better” photos. The thought of having a full Android OS with access to Instagram and other apps is very appealing. Not to mention the ease it would be to download your photos via wifi, etc …
Although I see this as a really cool way to meld technology, there is something that stands in its way.
Ease.
Mobile photography has boomed because almost everyone has their smartphone on their person. The problem with a point-and-click hybrid like this, it’s still a dedicated device. Is there room in our ‘gadget bag’ for another piece of gear? Is this too little too late?
This reminds me of the portable gaming market, too. Mobile devices are edging them out, and although mobile device gaming apps can’t compete in gameplay depth, the dedicated portable gaming device is slipping in the marketplace as the lightweight and low priced gaming apps found in app stores is booming.
I would love to hear your thoughts on this.
What do you think?
Will this kind of photography tech #WIN or #FAIL?
[HT: ReadWriteWeb]
Jonathan Assink says
One reason that will always hold this kind of setup back: Camera app crashing.
Besides, this is hardly the first time someone has put together an offering like this. I know Casio has done it, and I’m pretty sure Sony has too. There’s just too many laggy/crashy things that can go wrong. I’m perfectly happy with an Eyefi card in my S95 that syncs to my phone.
Mark Robinson says
I agree – I’m interested in the Samsung offering but am concerned about camera lag/delay and responsiveness.
If they can nail android to perform well and pack enough power into it then these could be a winner.
I’ll probably be buying one at some point.
Eric Dye says
We’re talkin’ basic point and click fun, here. Nothing too high-end.
ThatGuyKC says
I love the melding of mobile devices and photography.
Although I think the WVIL concept kicks this Nikon to the curb: http://vimeo.com/22134219
Eric Dye says
THAT was awesome.
Jonathan Assink says
Of course they use the vintage filter. *sigh* haha
Mark Robinson says
This thing’s a great concept but I think we’re a looong way off from having something that works.
Eric Dye says
Perhaps.
Joanna says
I think it is a win. I love instagram (My latest photography project is done entirely using it) but the photo quality on my old iPhone isn’t great. I sometimes snap both on my phone for instagram editing and again on a proper camera so I also have it in a higher quality version. To have them both together would be fantastic.
Eric Dye says
Right. I’m just talking about a simple point and click. Nothing fancy. I would totally consider one of these.