Abstract
This paper examines the characteristics attributed to the success of digital cameras by studying both the demand and the supply sides of the digital-camera market. A discrete choice model is employed to investigate consumer preferences over digital camera characteristics during the period 1996-1998. The empirical findings reveal that Sony's 'Easy-to-Use' storage system contributes significantly to Sony's demand advantage and profitability. Also, the welfare analysis demonstrates that 'Easy-to-Use' attributes significantly contribute to social welfare improvement.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 171-181 |
| Number of pages | 11 |
| Journal | Marketing Letters |
| Volume | 19 |
| Issue number | 2 |
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| Publication status | Published - Jun 2008 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Digital camera
- Discrete choice
- Easy-to-use.Welfare analysis