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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a device or piece of equipment for taking photographs, making movies or television programs
a thin clear plastic material that is highly flammable, made in sheets, formerly used as film in cinematography
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
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
any type of camera stabilization system that creates smooth, stable footage while the camera is in motion
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
a set of pictures or drawings depicting the outline of the plot of a movie, TV series, etc.
a large lamp that produces a powerful beam of light used for lighting areas such as sports grounds or the outside of buildings
a mechanical device in a camera or projector that regulates the exposure time of each frame of film or video
a device used in filmmaking to duplicate, manipulate, and enhance film negatives, positives or prints using optical techniques
a piece of equipment used to mount lights, cameras, or other accessories to a surface using a 5/8-inch stud
a large, inflatable lighting device used to create soft, diffused light on film sets
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
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
a mechanical device used to move a camera vertically, horizontally or diagonally, typically to capture sweeping cinematic shots
a flat surface used to reflect light onto a subject to soften shadows and create a more even lighting
a type of camera used for electronic motion picture acquisition, initially developed for the television industry but now commonly used in filmmaking as well
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 lighting tool that is mounted on a camera to provide additional illumination during filming
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
a highly directional microphone that captures sound from a specific direction, often used in film and video production to record dialogue and sound effects
a device that combines two or more input signals into a single output signal
a device used for making images or videos appear on a screen, wall, or other flat surfaces
a circular item around which film is wound
a device that suspends a microphone to reduce the transmission of vibrations and handling noise
a camera support device that attaches to the operator's shoulder to provide stability and support while filming
a device attached to a lighting fixture or camera that controls the direction and spread of light
a series of still images on a film, through which light is shone in order to be projected on a screen
a technique used in computer animation and film production to capture and record the movements of actors or objects for use in digital animation
a device used to capture motion pictures by recording sequential frames of moving images onto a medium such as film or digital storage
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
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
an area in a movie studio with acoustic properties that is used to record sounds of a movie
a very strong beam of light that can be cast on someone or something, particularly a person on stage
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
