single-lens reflex

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adj
Definitions
  • (photography) Denoting or relating to a type of camera which allows the photographer to view the subject through the same lens that will be used to take a photograph, usually by incorporating a moving mirror and prism.

Etymology

Compound from English single + English lens.

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English

lens

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