Title
A History Of Photography In 50 Cameras
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This Is An Ideal Book For Camera Collectors As Well As Anyone Researching The History And Art Of Photography.A History Of Photography In 50 Cameras Explores The 180Year Story Of Perhaps The Most Widely Used Device Ever Built. It Covers Cameras In All Forms, Revealing The Origins And Development Of Each Model And Tracing The Stories Of The Photographers Who Used And Popularized Them. Illustrated Throughout With Studio Shots Of All Fifty Cameras And A Selection Of Iconic Photographs Made Using Them, It Is The Perfect Companion Guide For Camera And Photography Enthusiasts Alike.The Cameras Include: The Nikon F, The Hockey Puck That Saved Photographer Don Mccullin'S Life When It Stopped A Sniper'S Bullet During The Vietnam War. Its Indestructibility, Reliability And Interchangeable Lenses Made It A Favored Workhorse Of Photojournalists. The Leica M3D Was Also Favored By War Photographers, Including David Duncan Douglas, Who Used The Camera During His Coverage Of The Korean And Vietnam Wars. In 2012, One Of His Four Customized Leica Cameras Sold At Auction For Nearly $2 Million. A Speed Graphic Was Used To Take Sam Shere'S Widely Published Photograph Of The 1937 Hindenburg Disaster, The World'S Most Famous News Photograph Ever Taken. With Few Shots Left And No Time To Get The Camera To His Eye, He Shot His Pulitzer Prizewinning Image Literally From The Hip. It Was Over So Fast There Was Nothing Else To Do. The Camera Phone Has Transformed Picturetaking Technology Most Profoundly Since The Invention Of Cameras. The Selfie Has Become A New Genre Of Photography Practiced By Everyone, And Shared Globally.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'A History of Photography in 50 Cameras'? A: The book explores the 180-year history of photography through fifty iconic cameras, detailing their origins, developments, and the photographers who used them.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Dr. Michael Pritchard FRPS, a recognized figure in photography.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains 224 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in photography? A: Yes, it is ideal for both camera collectors and individuals interested in the history and art of photography, making it accessible for beginners.
- Q: What notable cameras are featured in this book? A: Notable cameras include the Nikon F, Leica M3-D, and Speed Graphic, each with a significant historical impact.
- Q: When was 'A History of Photography in 50 Cameras' published? A: The book was published on May 31, 2022.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed in acceptable condition.
- Q: Are there illustrations included in the book? A: Yes, the book is illustrated throughout with studio shots of the fifty cameras and iconic photographs taken with them.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for photography enthusiasts? A: Absolutely, it serves as a perfect companion guide for camera and photography enthusiasts, making it a thoughtful gift.