Minna no Camera Enhances Expertise by Appointing Four Photographers as Supervisors

Minna no Camera Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: So Matsuura) has announced that it has appointed four professional photographers as supervisors for its camera flea market app, "Minna no Camera," which includes functional verification, to enhance the professionalism and reliability of information regarding camera/lens selection and shooting know-how.

Background of Appointments Minna no Camera, a flea market service specializing in cameras and lenses, has adopted a workflow where all products are inspected and verified by the secretariat before delivery, offering a 0-yen insurance fee and up to 6 months of "Peace of Mind Warranty." By incorporating the expertise of professional photographers into content supervision, the service aims to increase "informational peace of mind" regarding equipment selection and shooting information, in addition to transactional peace of mind. Especially for cameras and lenses, items cannot be chosen solely based on specs or price. Factors such as shooting genre, subjects, portability, rendering preferences, and lens combinations—the perspectives of those who actually shoot—are crucial. Minna no Camera aims to create an information environment where users can enjoy photography safely, going beyond mere buying and selling. By welcoming supervisors familiar with photographic expression and shooting fields, the service will reflect more practical and reliable perspectives in articles, guides, and shooting know-how.

Supervisor Profiles - Uyo Matsumura (Representative Photographer, Pecogram): Specializes in "food" and "lodging" photography, handling projects from food to architecture. - Reo Fukumoto (Adventure Photographer): Explores extreme fields such as polar regions and indigenous cultures. - Kentaro Hattori (Photographer): Regularly presents works based on his own awareness of issues. - Hitori Shirafu (Photographer): Based in Kanagawa, known for his work in the Monochrome Photography Awards 2025.

Strengthened Areas The new supervision system will integrate practical knowledge into articles, guides, and technical advice, focusing on: - Camera and lens selection for beginners - Equipment utilization by shooting genre - Explanations of shooting settings and know-how - Information on storage and maintenance - Guide content to alleviate concerns before and after purchase

Comment from the Representative So Matsuura, Representative Director of Minna no Camera Inc.: "When choosing cameras or lenses, concerns aren't limited to price. Through this supervision structure, we aim to provide information and services that both beginners and experienced photographers can use with greater peace of mind."