Nikon announces the upcoming 37th Nikon Photo Contest. First held in 1969, it quickly became the premier competition bringing together professional and amateur photographers. Nikon Photo Contest gave the community a large-scale platform for sharing experiences and an opportunity to grow.
Almost 50 years have passed since the first Nikon Photo Contest. 410,000 professionals and amateurs from around the world have participated in this half-century. More than 1.62 million entries collectively, making it an international event. Last year, it attracted 2,511 photographers from 170 different countries, breaking both the record for the number of participants and the number of countries. More information about Nikon Photo Contest 2018/2019 entries will soon be available on the official contest website. And now you can read the impressive stories of last yearâs winners there.
Wow, 50 years of celebrating exceptional photography! As a reader, Iâd love to know how the Nikon Photo Contest has evolved over the years. Has the types of entries changed? Are there any notable trends or themes that seem to emerge? And finally, how has technology influenced the competition?
What are some highlights from the 50-year history of the Nikon Photo Contest? How has this contest evolved over time to become one of the largest photo contests in the world?