It’s a picture perfect scene for digital camera market in India
Digital cameras are growing in popularity in this click and share age. Falling prices and more features being packed into every model have contributed to the growth of this segment. Players like Sony, Nikon and Canon are leading this growth with new products, most of which are pocket-friendly.

Digital cameras are growing in popularity in this click and share age. Falling prices and more features being packed into every model have contributed to the growth of this segment. Players like Sony, Nikon and Canon are leading this growth with new products, most of which are pocket-friendly.
Sachin Rai, Product Head-Digital Still Cameras, Sony India, said, “In India, currently the digital cameras market is estimated at 1 million units, including both organised and unorganised market. Sony has over 30 per cent share of the organised market.”
“The demographic that is driving the rise of new high-tech products has always skewed toward a younger crowd with plenty of disposable income. We are targeting affluent young adults in the 20-35 age group, who are fueling this growth. Our aim is to provide the consumers with world-class technologies and high quality premium products at competitive prices. Thus Sony offers a wide range of digital camera models which cater to a varied set of customer preferences,” Rai added.
He further said, “We are targeting a well-balanced marketing campaign to reach out to our target consumers in the next two months. At Sony, we believe in letting our products do the talking, that’s why our entire communication is focused on bringing out the difference our products can make to a consumer’s life. The advertisements are product centric, highlighting the convenience, unmatched features and superior aesthetics that only Sony can offer.”
Sony recently launched its new high-zoom digital camera, the Cyber-Shot DSC-H10. This 8-megapixel camera has a Carl Zeiss 10x optical zoom lens and a long-range flash.
The company is also focusing on a multi-pronged promotion plan that focuses on brand building and on ground activities to get closer to the target audiences. “Apart from increasing retail presence, we have made significant investments in reaching out to our consumers through comprehensive product range, competitive pricing, including advertising and promotions that involve media, product demonstrations, road shows, exhibitions, direct marketing initiatives and local-level promotions,” Rai added.
Nikon, too, has beefed up its product portfolio with some recent compact camera launches – CoolPix S52 and CoolPix P80.
Hidehiko Tanaka, MD, Nikon India Pvt Ltd, said, “In India, the market size for compact cameras is 7 lakh units, while for D-SLR cameras it is 10,000 units. Innovative technology in a user-friendly package is by far the most important element in any camera in this new era. This is what Nikon cameras deliver as consumers value quality products. Also, a large segment of the population in India is the youth, working mostly in MNCs, KPOs and BPOs. This segment of our target audience is pro-technology and value conscious. We believe that Nikon’s innovative and quality products will certainly enhance the growth of the digital camera market.”
He further said, “The biggest challenge in India is to fight the grey market. Close to 50 per cent of the cameras sold annually in India are in the grey market. We have to take rigorous measures to resolve this unfavourable situation. Another challenge is the limited knowledge of Indian consumers regarding cameras and photography. We aim to nurture photography as a culture in India.”
“Nikon’s future plans involve continuing to enhance the distribution network, as also strengthening and expanding the service network. We will be shortly commencing our Mumbai branch service operations,” Tanaka informed.
Canon India has been quite active in launching new cameras, unveiling no less than 23 new state-of-the-art next generation digital cameras and camcorder products, including eight digital compact cameras, 12 digital video camcorders, one digital SLR and two Selphy printers. The company is aiming a 50 per cent growth target for its camera range. To enable this, the company is undertaking other initiatives as well. Canon digital camcorders currently contribute 10 per cent to the camera division’s turnover, and the new launches are expected to increase this contribution to 20 per cent by December 2008.
Kensaku Konishi, President & CEO, Canon India, said, “Canon has made a focused effort around breakthrough technologies across categories. Today, we are continuing the momentum with an expanded portfolio of stylish, next generation, easy-to-use consumer digital imaging products that will help make lifestyle a reality for more people everyday. The products launched today present revolutionary ways for consumers to interact and enjoy their experiences with never before seen features and concepts. The stylish looks and the advanced technology of the products give them a distinctive edge in the marketplace.”
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E4M Our strategy is to target younger audiences through Sports: Rajiv Dubey, Dabur
The Head of Media at Dabur India spoke exclusively to exchange4media on the World Cup, associating with Indian Idol, the company’s digital spending and much more
With quirky campaigns, memes and moment marketing, timed with the ongoing World Cup and particularly the India-Pakistan matches, Dabur India has got considerable consumer attention for its popular brands – Red Paste, Cool King Hair Oil, Chyawanprash, Dabur Vita and the recently launched Bae Fresh Gel toothpaste.
The 140-year-old company is going big on key sporting events, World Television Premiere (WTP) movies and reality shows. It is now gearing up to become the title sponsor of popular talent show ‘Indian Idol’ on Sony TV for the first time, shared Rajiv Dubey, who leads the media strategy at Dabur.
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Swapan Seth's new book 'COOL' is out
The book is a reflection of the author's 'eclectic taste across categories'
Advertising professional and art collector Swapan Seth has announced the launch of his new book COOL. The book is described as "a ready reckoner to the hip and the happening, of the known and the very unknown."
The book is a reflection of the author's "eclectic taste across categories: from boltholes to exotic hideaways."
COOL has been published by Simon & Schuster India and is available on Amazon.
Seth is an ad veteran with a long and illustrious career in the industry. He became the youngest-ever Creative Director at Clarion at age 24. He was VP at 26 at Trikaya Grey. Two years later, he started his agency Equus.
He writes for publications such as The Economic Times, Hindustan Times and India Today. This is his second book and he has previously published THIS IS ALL I HAVE TO SAY.
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Disney Star signs 9 sponsors for Asia Cup PAK
Charged by Thums Up, Nerolac Paint+, Amazon Pay, Jindal Panther, My11Circle, MRF, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, Wild Stone and Thums Up come on board
e4m Staff Disney Star has signed nine broadcast and digital streaming sponsors for the upcoming Asia Cup.
Charged by Thums Up, Nerolac Paint+, Amazon Pay, Jindal Panther, My11Circle, MRF, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, Wild Stone and Thums Up have come on board for the upcoming tournament.
As reported earlier by exchange4media, Disney Star has sought Rs 26 crore for the co-presenting sponsorship on TV and Rs 30 crore for Disney+ Hotstar.
According to industry sources, the associate sponsorship on Star Sports has been priced at Rs 19.66 crore, whereas for the ‘powered by’ sponsorship on Disney+ Hotstar, the broadcaster is seeking Rs 18 crore.
As per the information available with exchange4media, Disney+ Hotstar has three sponsorship tiers-- co-presenting (Rs 30 crore), powered by (Rs 18 crore) and associate sponsorship (Rs 12 crore). The broadcaster is offering an estimated reach of 120-140 million for co-presenting sponsors, 90-100 million for powered by and 60-70 million for associate sponsorship.
A spot buy for 10 seconds has been priced at Rs 25 lakh for the India vs Pakistan matches, while for the non-India matches, the ad rate for 10 second is Rs 2.3 lakh. The India matches plus the final for ODIs has been priced at Rs 17 lakh per 10 seconds.
Asia Cup is scheduled to be held from 30 August, 2023, to September 17, 2023.
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Sorted 360 wins creative & social media mandate of Reliance Mall
The agency will manage offline and online campaigns for Reliance Mall
Sorted 360, an integrated creative and social media agency, has won the mandate to providing brand solutions for Reliance Malls across India.
“Sorted 360 is set to enhance Reliance Malls' market presence with their unparalleled creative prowess and strategic thinking,” read a press release.
“Sorted 360's commitment to pushing the boundaries of creative communication aligns perfectly with Reliance Malls' ethos. With a pan-India presence spanning across 19 cities and growing, Reliance Malls has consistently captivated customers by offering an array of Reliance brands and third-party fashion & lifestyle brands. The mall has established an unparalleled connection with its patrons through superior quality, a remarkable value proposition, and an unmatched shopping experience,” it read further.
"We are thrilled to welcome Sorted 360 as our trusted partner in advancing our brand presence across the nation," said the Head of Marketing at Relaice Malls. "Their proven expertise in retail, shopping center management, and innovative creative strategies make them the perfect fit for our vision."
"Partnering with Reliance Malls is a testament to our commitment to shaping extraordinary brand experiences," remarked Prerana Anatharam, Co-founder of Sorted 360. "We are excited to leverage our strategic and creative acumen to further elevate Reliance Malls as the epitome of convenience, choice, and excellence."
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KlugKlug onboards Hemang Mehta as Country Manager for Indias
Mehta was most recently Head of Agency Relationships at Network 18 Media & Investments
KlugKlug has appointed Hemang Mehta as its Country Manager for India.
Mehta will play a pivotal role in driving KlugKlug's growth and expansion within the Indian market and be responsible for Sales & GTM Strategy
Prior to that, he has also represented organisations like Exponential (now VDX.tv), India Today Digital and Rediff.com. His expertise spans various domains including digital media sales, mobile marketing, media planning, and buying, social media marketing, and more.
Hemang Mehta expressed his enthusiasm about joining KlugKlug, saying, "I am thrilled to be a part of KlugKlug, a forward-thinking platform that is reshaping the influencer marketing landscape. As much as I look forward to collaborating with the exuberant team at KlugKlug, I am super excited to interact with the brands to deliver powerful data-backed Influencer solutions that will guarantee business outcomes."
Commenting on the appointment, Kalyan Kumar, Co-Founder and CEO of KlugKlug, stated, "We are excited to welcome Hemang Mehta to our team as the Country Manager for India. His extensive experience in digital media sales and marketing will be instrumental in driving our efforts to provide influencer marketing solutions to our clients. We believe Hemang's leadership will be key in scaling our operations and expanding our reach within the Indian market."
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