Words Related to Arts and Crafts - Parts of Camera

a removable part of a camera that contains the film or digital sensor and is attached to the rear of the camera body

a mechanical device in a camera or projector that regulates the exposure time of each frame of film or video

a standardized mounting point on a camera body that allows for the attachment of external accessories, such as a flash unit or microphone

a device on a camera that allows the photographer to preview the image or composition before taking the picture

a type of wide-angle lens that produces a distorted, hemispherical image, with straight lines appearing curved and a wide field of view that can capture up to 180 degrees of the scene

a type of camera lens that has a longer focal length than a standard lens

a type of camera lens that has a shorter focal length than a standard lens

a type of camera lens that allows the photographer to change the focal length and adjust the magnification of the image

a device or accessory that is attached to the front of a camera lens or placed in front of the camera sensor to modify the light that passes through it

a camera support device that consists of a single pole or leg, typically made of lightweight materials such as aluminum or carbon fiber

a camera support device that consists of three legs and a mounting plate or head, commonly made of lightweight materials such as aluminum or carbon fiber

a light-sensitive material that is used for capturing photographic images

the width or size of film stock used in filmmaking

the transparent material that is coated with light-sensitive emulsion used in traditional film photography

a device used to hold a sheet of photographic film flat and in place during exposure in large format cameras

the measure of a film's sensitivity to light, which determines how quickly it reacts to light and how much light is required to produce a properly exposed image

the type of film used in still photography or filmmaking, such as 35mm, 16mm, or 8mm

the visible texture or pattern of small particles on the surface of a photographic film or paper

a flat, light-sensitive sheet of glass or plastic coated with a photographic emulsion

an image that has tones and colors that are inverted from the original scene, with dark areas appearing light and light areas appearing dark

a type of photographic film that produces a positive image on a transparent base, which can be viewed directly or projected onto a screen without the need for printing

a device that measures the amount of light in a scene to assist photographers in setting the correct exposure settings for a camera

a piece of curved glass or other transparent material that is used to focus light and form an image in a camera or other optical device

a device that produces a sudden burst of bright light to illuminate a scene and provide additional light for capturing an image

a device that attaches to the front of a camera lens to prevent unwanted light from entering the lens and causing lens flare or other types of image degradation

a removable cover that fits over the front of a camera lens to protect it from dust, scratches, and other types of damage when the camera is not in use, or during transportation

a device that allows a camera to use lenses designed for a different camera or lens mount, by physically connecting the lens and camera with an intermediate ring or mount

a small display screen on a camera or external device that shows the live view of the camera's image

a device used to attach a camera or other imaging device to a microscope, allowing the user to capture images or video of microscopic samples

a device that attaches to the front of a camera lens or telescope to prevent moisture from accumulating on the lens, typically during outdoor use in humid or dewy conditions

a clear lens filter that is attached to the front of a camera lens to block ultraviolet light and protect the lens from scratches, dust, and other types of damage

a device that attaches to the front of a camera lens and provides adjustable shading to control the amount and direction of light entering the lens