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Cinema and Theater - Cinematic Equipment

Here you will learn some English words related to cinematic equipment such as "projector", "filmstrip", and "boom pole".

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camera

a device or piece of equipment for taking photographs, making movies or television programs

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canister

a cylindrical metal container that is used for storing a roll of film

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celluloid

a thin clear plastic material that is highly flammable, made in sheets, formerly used as film in cinematography

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clapperboard

a device used in moviemaking that consists of a hinged board, the parts of which are hit together as the shooting of a scene begins to make sure the sound and the picture are synchronized

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director's chair

a light folding chair that is made of wood, with sides on which arms can be rested and a seat and back made of cloth, usually used by directors on set

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dolly

a low platform on wheels that is used for carrying a TV or movie camera

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steadicam

any type of camera stabilization system that creates smooth, stable footage while the camera is in motion

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air ram

a device that is often used to create special effects such as explosions or movements of objects on set, by using compressed air to generate a powerful burst of force

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storyboard

a set of pictures or drawings depicting the outline of the plot of a movie, TV series, etc.

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floodlight

a large lamp that produces a powerful beam of light used for lighting areas such as sports grounds or the outside of buildings

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HD

a system that provides clear and high-quality pictures on television or computer screens

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shutter

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

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optical printer

a device used in filmmaking to duplicate, manipulate, and enhance film negatives, positives or prints using optical techniques

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apple box

a wooden or plastic box used on film sets to elevate actors, props or equipment

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baby plate

a piece of equipment used to mount lights, cameras, or other accessories to a surface using a 5/8-inch stud

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camera dolly

a wheeled device that moves the camera smoothly and steadily during a shot

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balloon light

a large, inflatable lighting device used to create soft, diffused light on film sets

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C-stand

a type of photographic and cinematography equipment that consists of a base, two riser columns, and a sliding leg used to hold lighting and light modifiers

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gobo

a thin, flat stencil or template that is placed in front of a light source to control the shape or pattern of the emitted light

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camera crane

a mechanical device used to move a camera vertically, horizontally or diagonally, typically to capture sweeping cinematic shots

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light reflector

a flat surface used to reflect light onto a subject to soften shadows and create a more even lighting

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video camera

a type of camera used for electronic motion picture acquisition, initially developed for the television industry but now commonly used in filmmaking as well

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tripod

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

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camera light

a lighting tool that is mounted on a camera to provide additional illumination during filming

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three-point lighting kit

a standard lighting setup consisting of a key light, a fill light, and a back light, used to create a balanced and professional-looking illumination of a subject or scene

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shotgun microphone

a highly directional microphone that captures sound from a specific direction, often used in film and video production to record dialogue and sound effects

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boom pole

a long pole used to hold a microphone near the actors but out of the frame

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mixer

an electronic equipment that is used in cinematography or sound recording which mixes different signals together and produces a single signal

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projector

a device used for making images or videos appear on a screen, wall, or other flat surfaces

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reel

a circular item around which film is wound

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shock mount

a device that suspends a microphone to reduce the transmission of vibrations and handling noise

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shoulder mount rig

a camera support device that attaches to the operator's shoulder to provide stability and support while filming

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barn door

a device attached to a lighting fixture or camera that controls the direction and spread of light

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filmstrip

a series of still images on a film, through which light is shone in order to be projected on a screen

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motion capture

a technique used in computer animation and film production to capture and record the movements of actors or objects for use in digital animation

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film

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

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movie camera

a device used to capture motion pictures by recording sequential frames of moving images onto a medium such as film or digital storage

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handheld camera

a portable camera that can be operated by hand, allowing for flexible and dynamic shooting, often used to achieve a documentary-style or immersive visual experience

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GoPro camera

a compact, durable, and versatile action camera known for its wide-angle perspective, robust features, and ability to capture high-quality video and photos in various extreme sports and adventurous activities

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sound stage

an area in a movie studio with acoustic properties that is used to record sounds of a movie

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spotlight

a lamp that produces a very strong beam of light that can be cast on someone or something, particularly a person on stage

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action camera

a small, rugged, and versatile camera designed for capturing high-quality video and photos in dynamic and extreme environments, often used in action sports, outdoor adventures, and other fast-paced activities

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VR camera

a specialized camera designed to capture 360-degree video or images, enabling the creation of immersive virtual reality experiences by providing a full panoramic view of the surroundings when viewed through a VR headset or other compatible devices

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