sound-camera

A sound-camera records the actors on a film set.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A type of camera: A "sound-camera" is a motion picture camera that is equipped to record sound simultaneously with the visual images, typically used in filmmaking for synchronized audio and video.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The director used a sound-camera to capture the actor's dialogue in real time. (A camera that records both picture and sound at once.)
  • Early sound-cameras were bulky and required heavy soundproofing to reduce noise. (Historical equipment for synchronized recording.)

Advanced Usage

• "to operate a sound-camera": to use such a camera in a professional filming context.

  • The technician had to operate the sound-camera carefully to avoid any audio lag. (Manage the camera that records sound and image together.)

• "sound-camera setup": the arrangement of equipment for synchronized recording.

  • The sound-camera setup included a separate microphone and a clapperboard for syncing. (The configuration of the camera and audio gear.)

Variants and Related Words

• Sound-camera operator (n): a person who operates a sound-camera.

  • The sound-camera operator ensured the audio levels were correct during the scene. (The specialist handling the recording equipment.)

• Sound-recording camera (n): an alternative term for a sound-camera.

  • A sound-recording camera is essential for live-action films with dialogue. (A camera that records audio.)

Synonyms

• Synchronized camera: a camera that records audio and video together.
• Audio-visual camera: a camera designed to capture both sound and image.

Related Idioms

• To be in sync: to have sound and picture perfectly aligned, as with a sound-camera.

  • The film was flawless because the sound-camera kept everything in sync. (The audio matched the video exactly.)

• To roll sound: to begin recording audio, often with a sound-camera.

  • The director shouted, "Roll sound!" before starting the sound-camera. (Start the audio recording.)