Daguerreotype albums were the earliest type of photography album, dating back to the 1840s. They were made to hold daguerreotypes, which were one of the first commercially successful photographic processes.

Carte-de-visite albums were the most popular type of photography album in the Victorian era. They were small albums that held small, card-sized photographs called carte-de-visites, which were popular for sharing among friends and family.

Scrapbook albums were the first type of photography album to use adhesive pages. They were popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and allowed people to create personalized albums by adding photographs, newspaper clippings, and other memorabilia.

The digital age has had a significant impact on photography albums. It has led to the decline of traditional photography albums, made it easier to create and share digital photo albums, and led to the rise of online photo sharing platforms.

Modern trends in photography albums include the use of digital printing technologies, the incorporation of interactive elements, and the use of sustainable materials.