By The camera you’re holding today—whether it’s a smartphone or a professional DSLR—represents nearly two centuries of remarkable innovation, trial and error, and creative breakthroughs. From chemical-coated metal plates that required 8-hour exposures in 1826 to digital sensors capturing split-second action at 120 frames per second, photography’s evolution mirrors humanity’s relentless drive to freeze and preserve moments in time.
Understanding this timeline isn’t just about appreciating dusty museum pieces. Every major development in camera history solved a real problem photographers faced: How do we …
