By Every camera you own today exists because of a complex web of patents, licensing agreements, and legal battles happening behind the scenes. When Canon and Nikon engineers develop a new autofocus algorithm, when Sony pushes the boundaries of sensor technology, or when smartphone manufacturers integrate computational photography features, they’re navigating a minefield of intellectual property rights that can make or break innovation.
These legal disputes aren’t abstract corporate squabbles—they directly determine which cameras reach your hands, what features they include, and how much you’ll pay for them. Remember…
