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Released in 1975, the world's first digital camera, by Kodak, actually recorded images onto cassette tapes -- each image took 23-seconds to record. Click here to see an image of the viewing device.

The next step in this cumbersome process was hooking up that cassette player to this clunky computer that would somehow play the pic back onto a television set. Looks like Kodak has learned a lot about ease of use.

For simple one-handed operation, the 8.1-megapixel Sony Cyber-shot "Snap" features a pivoting, leather cover that slides down at the push of a button. No word yet on availability. Click here for first picture in gallery.

Inspired by a man's wallet, the surface is covered in leather. Like other ultra compact Cybershot cameras, you slide the cover to activate, only it pivots from a corner for easy one handed operation

Aside from being priced at just $999, the 6.0-megapixel Casio EX-F1 is capable of shooting 1200fps video. Continue reading for a demonstration.

For starters, it has a not-too-shabby 12x optical zoom, a 6 megapixel sensor (2816 x 1872), and a dual integrated flash system that uses LEDs for high-speed light

If you've always wondered how camera lenses were made, then check out this interesting "How it's Made" segment. Video after the break.

There aren't any explosions, but it is definitely cool and educational. Two words that are not normally used in the same sentence

Just generate some kinetic energy by twirling it, and this Flying Stick Camera "automatically takes pictures at set intervals." Click here for first picture in gallery.

The title should be enough to explain what this is. In case it isn’t, it’s a flying stick with a camera! Rub it between your palms to get some kinetic energy stored up

These days, it seems as if cameras keep getting smaller and/or slimmer, but what if their designers thought outside the box? We've looked around for some of the most creative examples, like the Canon Snap above, and present them to you after the jump. Click here for first picture in gallery.

The Nonobject Behind the Scenes Camera sports "lenses and displays on both sides for simultaneously recording what you're aiming at, and what you're not." Video after the break.

Why? The stuff you shoot is what you remember, what you control, what you expect. What turns up within the other lens is unknown, unexpected, outside of your control

The ODO Twirl N' Take is basically Sony's first foray into the wind-up camera world. To operate, you "give that wheel a spin for about 15 seconds and the device has enough juice to power its way through a single photograph." Click here for first picture in gallery.

The camera is installed in the handle. To see your snaps, you have to connect the cam to a computer since the camera itself lacks a display

Unlike other digital cameras, this Sony concept allows users to take 360-degree panoramic photos by just spinning the device like a top. No word yet on if this camera will go into production. Click here for first picture in gallery.

The next time you wanna capture a good panoramic picture of your vacation in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, put down that tripod and expensive digital camera. Use the Panoramic Digital Camera instead. Everything saves to a memory card and yes it'll do video too

Why bother with a digital camera and frame, when you've got the Samsung SS 700. It basically "takes the two great things about digital photography and simplifies them - quickly snapping pictures and showing them off." No word yet on pricing and availability. Click here for first picture in gallery.

The camera does all the thinking for you. All you do is point and shoot. The screen is large and bright enough to act as a display and with a built-in kick stand, just set it on top of your side table for the family to enjoy