photojournalism
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Photojournalism is a form of journalism where photographs are used to tell a news story, with the images being more prominent than the written text. This practice began in the mid-19th century, with early photographers documenting events like the Crimean War and the American Civil War.12
The development of smaller, faster cameras in the early 20th century, such as the Ermanox and Leica, revolutionized photojournalism. These cameras allowed photographers to capture more candid and dynamic moments, leading to the rise of picture magazines like Life and Look. Photojournalists are ethically bound to present truthful images, avoiding manipulation or alteration that misleads the public.34
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