Motion-picture Camera (Noun)
Meaning
A camera that takes a sequence of photographs that can give the illusion of motion when viewed in rapid succession.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The inventor's motion-picture camera was a groundbreaking device that paved the way for the film industry.
- To create the illusion of movement, the motion-picture camera took 24 frames per second.
- In the early days of cinema, motion-picture cameras were cumbersome and often difficult to operate.
- The film director carefully positioned the motion-picture camera to capture the perfect shot.
- The museum exhibit featured a restored motion-picture camera from the late 19th century.