TED-Ed: Illuminating photography: From camera obscura to camera phone - Eva Timothy

The video explores the evolution of photography from its mysterious beginnings to its widespread accessibility. It starts with early image capture techniques like the camera obscura and Schulze's experiments. The birth of photography is marked by the daguerreotype and calotype processes. Despite initial challenges like long exposure times, innovations continued. George Eastman revolutionized photography with roll film and affordable cameras, making it a universal pastime. Today, photography is a ubiquitous part of life, with billions of photos taken annually.

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