In 1881 David James, born in Lambeth 1849, was recorded in the census as a photographer living with his wife Elizabeth in Stepney.
A photographer of the same name, born in London 1848 was listed in the 1901 census as single, lodging at unspecified public house in Bridge Road, Bevois, Southampton.
Photographers D.James and Co advertised at 15 Oxford St, Southampton in 1900.