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Invention of the Camera
The camera was first invented in 1841, George Eastman, inventor and creator of the Kodak camera improved this original box camera version. -
Inventor George Eastman
George Eastman was a very bright inventor, known for the Kodak Camera. Another invention that he is credited for is the first roll of film. George Eastman transformed photography into a more practical stage. -
Zoom Lens
The first true zoom lens was patented by Clile Allen in 1902, which retained near-sharp focus while the effective focal length of the lens assembly was changed. It made pictures at the time clearer in image and focused. -
Color Pictures
The Autochrome Lumiere is the first color photography process marketed. It was invented by the Lumiere brothers in France in 1903 and patented and marketed in 1907. -
Cameras Today
Cameras today are much lighter and smaller than cameras when they were first invented. They have come a long way from large lens, to having zoom and very good focus. They are even included in cell phones today.
