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(September 2021) This analysis tracks photo print prices for 4″ x 6″, 5″ x 7″, and 8″ x 10″ prints to provide a comparison among leading retail and online print vendors. It also gives an update on print promotions from each of the vendors covered.

(August 2021) Our research shows that there are still many people who like to print photos. This report takes an in-depth look at the photo printing behaviors of consumers who capture and print photos from their smartphone as well as those who capture and print photos from their digital cameras. Additionally, it investigates who are heavy photo printers and what distinguishing characteristics define them.

(August 2021) This report examines the current state of the US Retail Photo Landscape, with estimates for installed base of minilab printers, self-serve printers and kiosks for the overall market as well as for each of the three major retailers (CVS, Walgreens, Walmart). It also provides estimates on market share for each of the equipment types by manufacturer.

(June 2021) In this analysis, photo merchandise prices from several leading vendors in the market are compared. The companies included are online vendors and major retailers who have physical and online stores. This report tracks the prices of five popular paper-based photo merchandise products that are sold in the US market, including photo books, cards and calendars in popular sizes.

(June 2021) The digital camera market is mature and has been on the decline for over ten years. The ubiquity of smartphones has dramatically reduced the total addressable market for digital cameras. Industry vendors continue to struggle to maintain profits, and the COVID-19 pandemic added to these woes in 2020. Rise Above Research expects that the camera market will show signs of recovery in 2021. Opportunities still exist for camera, lens, and accessory vendors who understand the market dynamics and target the right demographics.

(June 2021) The 2021 US Photo Print Forecast Report is a written summary of the five-year forecast for photo prints. The forecast is broken out by home printing, online printing and retail store printing for volume and revenue. The report also includes a summary of market drivers and barriers, as well as forecast methodology and key recommendations.