Photography helps us to remember, and with the September 2017 photography trends, there are plenty of new and inventive ways to record and store those memories. A moment in time is transient, and if one takes a picture, it'll last longer. The trends listed here help people to do so.
Rather than photography equipment and apps geared toward professionals, the September 2017 trends skew toward consumers. Social media has changed how people engage with photography, and the dictates of social platforms continue to guide photography software and hardware. On the software front, LikelyAI is a new machine learning system that can look through users pictures and decide which one will perform best online. Hardware-wise, the AMIR lens attaches to smartphones to turn their cameras into HD devices.
Top 25 Photography Trends in September
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Mini Social Media Cameras
The Conceptual Snapchat 'Snapshot' Offers Impressive Functionalities
24
Discreet Live-Streaming Necklaces
Ubiquiti's Frontrow Can Capture All of Life's Precious Moments
23
Crystal Photography Accessories
'Lensball' is a Spherical Crystal That Flips Images Upside Down
22
Attachable Smartphone Lights
This Mini Phone Attachment Creates the Perfect Selfie Lighting
21
4G 360-Degree Dash Cams
The Waylens 'Secure360' Car Security Camera Captures All Angles
20
3D Plastic Surgery Projections
VECTRA Shows What a Procedure Will Look Like on an Individual
19
Cloud-Connected Wearable Cameras
The Shonin 'Streamcam' Wearable Security Camera Documents Action
18
HD Camera Phone Attachments
The AMIR is a Smartphone-Fitted Lens That Will Improve Your Photos
17
Connected Eyeglass Experiences
The Snapbots at Westfield Encourage Trials of Snap's Spectacles
16
Wireless Endoscopic Cameras
The Depstech WiFi Endoscope Shows Footage on Your Smartphone
15
Senior VR Travel Campaigns
This Virtual Reality Travel Project Fulfilled Seniors' Travel Goals
14
Hexagonal Photography Aerial Vehicles
The 'Chuck' Drone Autonomously Captures Your Experiences
13
Predictive Social Media Aids
'LikelyAI' Will Predict the Popularity of Your Instagram Posts
12
Cephalopod Smartphone Mounts
The 'Tenikle' Smartphone Camera Mounts Keep Gear Secure
11
Digital LEGO Cameras
This Functioning Camera is Made from Bright Building Blocks
10
Portable Baby Monitoring Cameras
The 'TOTOKAN' Wireless Baby Monitor Keeps an Eye on Youngsters
9
Retro Video Apps
The OLDV App Lets You Shoot Video Straight Out of the 1980s
8
High-Speed Dashboard Cameras
The 'Waylens' Horizon Camera was Built for the Adrenaline Junkie
7
Social Media Content Recyclers
'TimeMachine' Lets Instagram Users Recycle Content for Stories
6
Dual-Recording Flagship Phones
The New Nokia 8 is the First Device to Record 'Bothies'
5
Humanoid Sign Language Robots
This 3D-Printed Robotic Arm Can Convert Text to Sign Language
4
Wireless Control Camera Mounts
The Edelkrone 'SurfaceONE' Motion Control System is Multifunctional
3
Sanitation-Monitoring Cameras
This AI-Powered Camera Knows If One's Hands Have Been Washed or Not
2
Dedicated Selfie Mirrors
RIKI Skinny Mirror Has a Built-In Clip for One's Smartphone
1
Android Camera Brand Devices
These Polaroid Smart Devices are Available Exclusively in Mexico
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Flagship Photography Smartphones
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Series Has Five Options in All
Upgraded AI-Powered Dash Cams
Nextbase Updates Its AI-Powered iQ Smart Dash Cam
Upcycled Film Camera Designs
The FOTOFOTO OM-1 Presents a Revolutionary Camera Design
AI-Powered Smartphone Cameras
The Alice Camera Works on its Own or with a Smartphone
Advanced AI-Enabled Action Cams
The Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Features a Pro Imaging Chip and More
AI-Powered HDR Dash Cams
The 70mai Dash Cam 4K A810 Has a Sony Starvis 2 Sensor
High-End Imaging Action Cams
The QooCam 3 Captures 360-Degree Videos at 5.7K Resolution
Nostalgic Computer Graphic Cameras
Retrospekt and Polaroid Collaborated on a New Camera
Pro-Grade AI-Powered Cameras
The Fujifilm X-H2S Mirrorless Digital Camera is Feature-Rich
Color-Infused Glass Smartphones
The Apple iPhone iPhone 15 and 15 Plus Have a 48MP Main Camera
Subtle Smartphone-Friendly Printers
The Conceptual Samsung Image Box Instantly Offers Keepsakes
Beautiful Automotive Design Books
Auto Photo Manual drives the car design coffee table book trend
AI-Powered Movie Cameras
The CMR-M1 Transforms Footage into Fantastical Content
Lightweight Mirrorless Premium Cameras
Fujifilm Introduces the X-T50 APS-C Mirrorless Camera
AI-Powered Dating Profile Pics
Tinder’s Photo Selector Uses AI to Simplify Photo Selection
Quad-Lens GIF Cameras
The Moment 3D Camera by Olga Orel Captures Scenes from Four Lenses
Generative AI-Powered Hand-Held Cameras
Kyle Goodrich's AI-Camera is Ground-Breaking
Smartphone Photographer Sling Bags
The Shiftcam Workflow Sling Addresses Mobile User Needs
AI-Powered IoT Technology
Hikvision Showcased Its AIoT Advancements and Underscored Collaboration
Retro Hybrid Instant Cameras
Leica's New SOFORT 2 is a Hybrid Camera and Printer Device
Modular Point-and-Shoot Cameras
The 'Keepsake' Modular Camera Concept is Customizable
Micro-Sized Mirrorless Cameras
The 'Yashica - I'm Back' Has Interchangeable Lenses and More
Celebratory Photography Camera Models
The Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Camera Comes in Two New Colors
AI Food Photography Apps
MenuSnap Helps Restaurants Capture, Edit & Optimize Images
Compact Body Cameras
The 'PhoneCam' Lets You Capture Footage Of Illegal or Threatening Behaviour
Blurry Abstract Photography Exhibits
Hiroshi Sugimoto Displays the Optical Allusion Exhibition
AI-Powered Editing Tools
Photoshop is Enhancing its Capabilities with New and Robust AI Tools
Camera-Centric Chinese Smartphones
Vivo's 'X100 Pro' Offers Best-In-Class Photography Specs
Refined Minimalist Smartphones
The Sharp AQUOS R9 Features On-Device Generative AI
Pro-Grade Macro Smartphone Lenses
The Moment 75mm Macro Lens Offers 10-Times Magnification
Sticker-Creating Social Tools
Instagram Releases a New Sticker Creation Feature for Creators
Unretouched Photography Books
Dove Reimagine Beauty Celebrates Authentic Representation
Palm-Sized Digital Cameras
The Fujifilm Instax Pal Brings Back the Spontaneity of Photography
Sculptural Pebble-Shaped Cameras
The 'Ditto' Camera Concept Captures with Holographic Effect
AI-Powered Mirrorless Cameras
This Full-Frame Camera Features AI-Assisted Subject Tracking
Compact Photo Storage Devices
The Small PhotoCube PD+ Automatically Backs Up Photos
Textured Quad-Camera Smartphones
This iPhone 17 Concept by Mohamed Mahdy Has an Industrial Form
Nostalgic 90s-Style Film Cameras
The Moment Long Weekend 35mm Film Camera is Retro
Pro-Grade Smartphone Cameras
The 'SwitchLens' Transforms a Device into a Professional Camera
Retro Doll-Themed Cameras
Retrospekt's Barbie Film Camera Collection is Nostalgically Vibrant
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
Child-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Camera for Kids Concept Reimagines the Digital Camera
Memory-Making Retro Camera Concepts
The Polaroid Duo Modular Instant Camera is a Sleek Concept
Mental-Health Smart Mirror Concepts
The Mio Smart Mirror Encourages Self-Motivation
Hybrid Smartphone Photography Systems
The Beaverlab Tech Excope DT1 Enhances Existing Setups
Innovative AI-Autofocus Cameras
Canon's Two Latest Cameras Feature Eye-Controlled Focus
AI Headshot Generators
Airbrush Studio Can Create Professional Headshots from Selfies
Social Video Reaction Apps
The 'Seen' App Lets Users Capture Footage of Themselves Viewing Content
AI Photo Editing Tools
Google is Bringing its Google Photos AI Tools to All Mobile Devices
AI-Powered Dash Cams
Nextbase Launches the New AI-Based Smart Dash Cam as Driver Guardian
Beer-Branded Disposable Cameras
The Retrospekt x PBR Single-Use 35mm Film Camera is Nostalgic
Proprietary Smartphone Camera Apps
The Apple Final Cut Camera App Offers Ample Adjustment Features
Smartphone-Powered Camera Processor Systems
The Ninja Phone Makes Use of Smartphone Power
Smartphone Photographer Bags
The SANDMARC Messenger Pro is Built with iPhone Users in Mind
Retro Full-Frame Cameras
Nikon's 'Z f' Camera Blends Old-School Aesthetics & Futuristic Features
Digital-to-Analog Photo Printers
The 'Jollylook EYE' Converts and Prints Smartphone Photos
eCommerce AI Photos
PhotoHero Provides Free Images and Editing Abilities
Micro 4K Video Cameras
Insta360 Debuts a New Miniature 4K Camera Complete with Find My Technology
Tea-Filled Smartphone Lenses
Gold Peak Tea Created a Golden Hour Clip-On Smartphone Lens
Vintage Camera Experiences
Nikon’s Vintage Pop-Up Diner Teases the Past at Yorkdale Mall
Emotive Smartphone Camera Covers
Yifan Hu Designs the Emoji-Inspired Smartphone Accessories
Lightweight Content Creator Cameras
Panasonic's LUMIX S9 is Compact and Convenient
Portable Selfie Printer Systems
Canon Introduces its New Selphy QX20 Printer On the Go
AI-Enhanced Ovens
Signature Kitchen Suite’s Transitional Series Ovens Integrate AI Camera Tech
Smartphone Gimbal Attachments
Buddiesman Presents the Snappy Mobile Attachment Tool
Pro-Approved Smartphone Lenses
The Latest Moment T-Series Mobile Lenses Elevate Photography
AI Fashion Photography
Adstronaut AI Creates Stunning eCommerce Images for Fashion Brands
Content Creation Smartphone Accessories
ShiftCam 'SnapSeries' Mobile Creator Gear is Intuitive
Screen-Free Digital Cameras
The Camp Snap Camera Holds up to 2,000 Photos in its Storage
Product-Integrated Filters
NYX and Snapchat Launched the 'Beauty Bestie' Shopping Filter
AI-Powered Camera Accessories
The Arsenal 2 Intelligent Camera Assistant Offers Auto Enhancement
Artist-Honoring Instant Cameras
Polaroid's Now Generation 2 Camera Honors the Work of Basquiat
AI-Powered DIY Home Apps
Praxis Introduces New Features to Its Praxis Plus App
Global AI Art Contests
Shutterstock and the UN Partner for the Canvas of the Future
Portable Photobooth Printers
The HP Sprocket Photobooth is Debuting at CES 2024
AI-Powered eCommerce Photo Editor
iFoto Produces Studio-Quality Images With a Single Click
AI-Powered Editing Tools
Picsart Unveils the New 'Smart Background' Feature for Editors
Creative Manual Instant Cameras
Polaroid Unveils the New I-2 Camera with Instant Film
Color-Changing Instant Cameras
The Fujifilm Instax Mini 99 Uses LEDs for Visual Effects
Image-Based Homework Help
Answer Lens Can Uses AI to Answer Homework Questions with a Photo
Camera-Branded Photography Apps
The Leica LUX App Brings the Brand's Prowess to the iPhone
AI Headshot Generators
Secta Labs is Democratizing First Impressions with AI
360 Photo Booths
PhotoboothTO Introduces the Future of Event Photography in Canada
Portable Holographic Displays
Looking Glass Go Shares Memories as 3D Holograms, Not Photos
Private App-Based Journals
Apple Launches a New Journal App for iPhone Users to Positively Reflect
Rechargeable Instant Print Cameras
Kodak SMILE+ Digital Instant Print Has a Filter-Changing Lens
Space-Breaching Mirrorless Cameras
Nikon and NASA Work on the Handheld Universal Lunar Camera
Hybrid Instant Cameras
The Leica Sofort 2 Combines Analog Charm with Digital Convenience
Camera Gear Product Displays
GoPro Has Announced a Significant Retail Expansion at Best Buy
Timeless Photo Books
Photos by Artkive Uses an App to Turn Cluttered Camera Rolls into Photo Books
Home Surveillance Safety Cameras
Phillips Unveils Hue Secure Cameras to Join its Range
Image-Sharing Social Applications
Lapse is a New Image-Sharing App Loved by Gen Z Consumers
AI-Powered Action Cameras
Insta360’s Ace Pro Action Camera Utilize Leica Engineering and AI
Advanced Camera-Inspired Smartphones
The Apple iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro Plus Have the A18 Chip
Private Social Photo Apps
The 'Retro' App Focuses on Mindful Sharing with Select Others
Social Camera Fitness Apps
SnapFit Lets Users Document Their Journey with Photos
Functionally Weatherproof Photo Gear
Long Weekend and Moment Join Forces on a Capsule
Tomato-Red Retro Cameras
Retrospekt’s New Hello Kitty 35mm Camera is Inspired by Summer Picnics
Photo-Collecting QR Codes
GuestSnap Uses a QR Code to Collect Guest Photos at Events
Aesthetic Stock Platforms
Dupe Photos Offers Social Media-Style Imagery for Modern Brands
Human-Centric AI Smartphones
The HONOR Magic6 Pro Packs a 180MP Telephoto Lens
Color Preset-Focused Cameras
Nikon’s Z50II Introduces Better Video and a Button for Color Styles
Accessory-Focused Action Cameras
GoPro Launches its HERO13 Black with a Variety of Accessories
Sunset-Sharing Apps
Sunshare is a Tool for Sharing Sunset Photography Around the Globe
Camera-Less Refreshed Digital Assistants
Amazon's New Echo Spot Returns with a New Design
Professional AI Photo Studios
Business Portrait AI Creates Stunning Headshots in a Few Clicks
Generative AI Historical Art
Google Presents the Art Selfie 2 Feature Fusing Art and Selfies
Artistic AI-Powered Poetry Apps
The Pamera App Turns Images into Poetry Using AI Technology
AI Maternity Photoshoot Apps
Maternity Photoshoot Saves Mothers Time and Money
Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras
Canon Confirms the Launch of the Premium EOS R1 Camera
AI Lifestyle Image Generators
SceneMagic AI Turns Basic Product Images Photorealistic
Portable Action Cameras
GoPro Releases the New Hero 12 Black with an Extended Battery Life
Social Media-Integrated AI Lenses
Snapchat Launches the New AR Lenses with ChatGPT
Social Vlogging Apps
Shortake Let's Users Capture a Few Moments Every Day
Distraction-Free Flip Phones
Consumer Cellular Unveils its 'Shot on Flip Phone' Campaign
Keepsake Photo Books
Once Upon's Photo Books Offer a Narrative-Driven Approach to Memories
Instant Camera Collections
Prinics Launches the New 'Era' Product Line Inspired by Kodak's History
Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras
Sony Released the 'A7C II' and 'A7C R' High-End Cameras
High-End Instant Cameras
The Polaroid I-2 Fuses Analog and Modern Photography Technology
Photo-Organizing Apps
Journeys Simplifies the Process of Organizing One's Photos
Vintage Photo Camera Apps
mood.camera Brings Back Nostalgia in a Digital Age
Ultra-Lightweight Photography Lenses
The Panasonic LUMIX S-E100 Has a Compact Design at CES 2024
Modern Digitized Bookshelves
September is a Digital Bookshelf Where You Can Display Achievements
Multi-Coated Glass Lens Cameras
Lomography Debuted a New Instant Camera with High-Def Photos
Photo-Enhancing AI Tools
PhotoRater Boosts Photo Quality By Providing Instant Feedback
Time-Lapse Content Apps
Timelapse Provides a Unique Approach to Recording Engaging Content
Animal-Perspective Video Cameras
A Team of Researchers Develop a Special Imaging System
Automatic Tracking Smartphone Gimbals
Insta360 Introduces the Flow Pro Smartphone Gimbals
Event Capture Platforms
EventLens Captures, Shares, and Organizes Event Memories with Simplicity
AI-Generated Image Backgrounds
Snapchat Launches the AI-Powered 'Dreams' Feature
Simplified Event Photo Collection
Photo Dump Makes Receiving Guest Photos Easy
AI Social Media Enhancement
Attract AI Elevates Charm on Social Media with a Few Taps
Subject-Following Photography Features
Samsung ISOCELL Zoom Anyplace Offers Automatic Tracking
Safety-Oriented Social Tools
Instagram Aims to Protect Vulnerable Teens with its New Safety Update
Location-Based Photo Sharing
Harbor Creates Personalized Picture Albums Through location Sharing
External Photo-Taking Features
Google Unveils a New Child-Focused Feature for Photo Taking
Engaging AI Object Recognition
Snap a Picture and Picurious Will Turn It into a Learning Moment
Anticipating Camera Tools
RecordBack: PreCatch Camera Captures Moments Before They Occur
Photo-Sharing Memory Maps
MemoryMaps Maps Out Photos for Added Visual Appeal
Machine Learning Face Blurring
Blur Faces Helps Protect People's Identities in Photos