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reflex camera

/ˈriːfleks ˈkæmərə/

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/ˈriːfleks ˈkæmərə/C1formaltechnical
  • ruТип камеры, использующей систему зеркал для отражения света от объектива в видоискатель, позволяя фотографу видеть именно то, что будет снято. Распространённые типы включают однообъективные зеркальные (SLR) и двухобъективные зеркальные (TLR) камеры.

A type of camera that uses a mirror system to reflect light from the lens into a viewfinder, allowing the photographer to see exactly what will be captured. Common types include single-lens reflex (SLR) and twin-lens reflex (TLR) cameras.

  1. Single-lens reflex cameraB2formal

    A camera that uses a mirror and prism system to allow the photographer to view through the lens and see exactly what will be captured.

    ruЗеркальный фотоаппарат

    • He bought a new reflex camera for wildlife photography.
    • The reflex camera allows you to see the exact composition before taking the shot.
    • Many professional photographers prefer a reflex camera over a point-and-shoot.
  2. Twin-lens reflex cameraC1formal

    A type of camera with two lenses of the same focal length, one for viewing and one for taking the picture.

    ruДвухобъективная зеркальная камера

    • The twin-lens reflex camera was popular in the mid-20th century.
    • She uses a vintage twin-lens reflex camera for her art projects.
    • Twin-lens reflex cameras produce square format images.