Japanese camera and lens exports are rising, but DSLRs continue to die a death By Leonie Helm published 20 November 24 news DSLR sales have continued to drop a further 1% year on year according to the latest CIPA numbers from September
2024 is on track to have the best camera and lens sales for years By Adam Waring published 21 September 24 News With just over half the year gone, CIPA data is looking rosy for mirrorless, compact and lens sales (DSLRs, not so much…)
Only 7.41 million cameras will be sold this year – an 82% plummet since 2014 By Leonie Helm published 7 September 24 NEWS July saw the most cameras sold this year, but sales for 2024 will be just 18% of what they were in 2014
Digital cameras are "a dying breed" says data journalist By Leonie Helm published 29 August 24 News "A look at global camera sales shows an industry in disarray, as more than 30 years of growth have been wiped out over the past decade"
Camera sales hit highest levels for three years, according to CIPA By Leonie Helm published 5 July 24 News Driven by a resurgence of popularity compact cameras, and an enduring love of all things mirrorless, things are looking up
Compact cameras are making a comeback according to CIPA figures By Leonie Helm published 14 May 24 News Is it possible that newer vlogging cameras recently released by Sony, among others, are behind the growth?
Japanese industry expects an overall drop in digital camera shipments for 2024 By Kalum Carter published 26 February 24 News CIPA expects a drop in global digital camera sales for 2024 but insists it is a growing market
CP+ 2024: The biggest camera event in the world is taking place next week By James Artaius published 15 February 24 CP+ 2024 Here's everything you need to know about CP+ 2024 – the camera mega event taking place in Japan from February 22-25
As America and Europe sales crumble, is China now the most important camera market? By Kalum Carter published 2 February 24 News CIPA's 2023 report shows a staggering increase in the Chinese market, will this shape the future of photography?
Did the popularity of Black Friday actually hinder camera shipments? By Kalum Carter published 5 January 24 News A major dip in camera shipping numbers in November provides an insight into the popularity of the Black Friday Deal!
Camera shipments from Japan have fallen — but their value has increased! By Hannah Rooke published 7 December 23 News Figures show that while digital camera shipments have dropped, consumers are buying more expensive models
Japanese camera industry announces support for development of tech that can combat AI fakes and validate real photos By Hannah Rooke published 28 November 23 News In a world where AI-generated images can't be distinguished from real images, it's become increasingly important to develop technology that can tell the difference
"The camera market has recovered" thanks to entry-level cameras (report) By James Artaius published 30 August 23 NEWS "Sales of cameras in general have been growing since 2021, and the driving force is introductory [beginner] models"
DSLR sales have crashed in Japan. Time to iron your black suit? By James Artaius published 3 August 23 NEWS DSLR sales have slumped almost 25% worldwide, but they've collapsed over 60% in Japan
The camera sales rollercoaster is crazy, but amazing May was driven by the high-end models By Hannah Rooke published 4 July 23 News Digital camera shipments show an 11% increase since May 2023 and lots of interchangeable which is a positive sign for the camera industry
Compact cameras are making a comeback while DSLR decline continues By Beth Nicholls published 15 June 23 News CIPA's latest camera sales figures continue the dying DSLR narrative, but compacts are on the comeback trail
Camera sales are up, but long-term trends point to industry decline By Tom May published 5 August 21 news There's some good news in the latest CIPA data, but a lot of bad news lurks behind it
New cameras out of stock: PR stunt or genuine supply issues? By Rod Lawton published 12 July 21 Analysis We’ve been spoiled by all the new camera launches over the past few months… the hard part is actually buying one
Latest CIPA figures show camera sales bouncing back By Rod Lawton published 9 June 21 news It’s good news at last as the Camera and Imaging Products Association reports a year on year upturn…
CIPA report indicates camera sales are struggling more than ever By Louise Carey published 4 March 20 NEWS Camera market receives worst start to the year for almost a decade, and coronavirus concerns indicate a rocky road ahead
