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Camera

Optical instrument for recording images.

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A camera is an optical instrument used to record or capture images, either still photographs or moving video.

Pronunciation

/ˈkæmrə/

Etymology

The word 'camera' comes from the Latin term 'camera obscura,' meaning 'dark chamber.'

Explain Like I’m 5

A camera is like a box that captures light to take pictures, just like your eyes see things!

Fun Facts

The word 'camera' comes from the Latin term for 'chamber'
Early cameras used glass plates coated with chemicals to capture images
Some modern camera phones have more megapixels than professional cameras from the 1900s

FAQ

What is a camera? It's an optical instrument for recording images
How do cameras work? They use lenses to focus light onto a sensor or film
When was the first camera invented? The camera obscura principle dates back to ancient times, with early photographic cameras appearing in the 19th century

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

photographic apparatus

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

optical instrument imaging device

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

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Meronyms — Parts or Components

lens aperture shutter

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

photographic equipment

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