An Anti-Racist Camera?: On Politics and Practices of Computational Photography.
Published In: JCMS: Journal of Cinema & Media Studies, 2025, v. 65, n. 1. P. 183 1 of 3
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Authored By: Dhaliwal, Ranjodh Singh 3 of 3
Abstract
The article examines Google's Real Tone photographic technology, which aims to improve the representation of non-white skin tones in images captured by its Pixel smartphones. Launched in 2021, this technology combines hardware and software solutions to address historical biases in photography. The discussion highlights the shift from modular to custom silicon chipsets among major tech companies, emphasizing how these changes impact the aesthetics and politics of digital images. The author critiques the notion of techno-solutionism, suggesting that while Google's advancements may promise better representation, they also risk oversimplifying complex sociocultural issues related to race and representation in photography. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:JCMS: Journal of Cinema & Media Studies. 2025/10, Vol. 65, Issue 1, p183
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Visual Arts
- Publication Date:2025
- ISSN:2578-4900
- Accession Number:189327215
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