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Cinematic Equipment

43 Words

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camera
1.
came
ra
Noun

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

He borrowed his friend's camera to document the event.

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canister
2.
ca
nis
ter
Noun

a small container, typically made of metal or plastic, that is used to store and preserve food items, such as tuna, beans or soup

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celluloid
3.
ce
llu
loid
Noun

a medium that disseminates moving pictures

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cla
pper
board
Noun

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
Noun

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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do
lly
Noun

a small replica of a person; used as a toy

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stea
di
cam
Noun

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

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air ram
Noun

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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sto
ry
board
Noun

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

The director reviewed the storyboard before filming the scene.

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floodlight
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flood
light
Noun

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

The stadium was illuminated by powerful floodlights, casting a bright glow over the playing field.

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HD
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HD
Noun

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

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shutter
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shu
tter
Noun

a movable blind used to cover a window, typically made of wood, metal, or plastic, and often used for privacy, light control, or decoration

She closed the shutters to block out the sunlight.

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optical printer
Noun

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

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apple box
Noun

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

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baby plate
Noun

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
Noun

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

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balloon light
Noun

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

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C
stand
Noun

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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go
bo
Noun

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
Noun

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

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light reflector
Noun

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
22.
video camera
Noun

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
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tri
pod
Noun

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
Noun

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

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three-point lighting kit
Noun

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
Noun

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
Noun

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

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mixer
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mix
er
Noun

a device or object used for combining ingredients together to achieve a certain texture

She used a mixer to whip cream until it formed stiff peaks for the dessert.

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projector
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pro
jec
tor
Noun

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

The classroom was equipped with a state-of-the-art projector, allowing teachers to display educational videos and presentations.

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reel
30.
reel
Verb

to have trouble keeping one's balance and be at the risk of falling

After spinning around rapidly, the dancer began to reel, struggling to regain their balance.

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shock mount
Noun

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

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shoulder mount rig
Noun

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

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barn door
Noun

the large sliding door of a barn

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film
strip
Noun

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
Noun

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
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film
Noun

a story that we can watch on a screen, like a TV or in a theater, with moving pictures and sound

The film we watched last night was a gripping thriller that kept us on the edge of our seats until the very end.

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movie camera
Noun

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
Noun

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
Noun

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
Noun

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

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spotlight
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spot
light
Noun

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

The actor stepped into the spotlight, his face illuminated by the warm glow of the stage spotlight.

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action camera
Noun

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
Noun

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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