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digital camera

American

noun

Digital Technology.

a camera that records images in digital form by means of a device that converts the optical image to an electrical signal.

digital camera British

noun

a camera that produces digital images that can be stored in a computer, displayed on a screen and printed

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Etymology

Origin of digital camera

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

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Next to “Bestbuy,” the list mentioned a digital camera and USB drive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 9, 2025

Le Saux embraced the low-light sensitivity of a digital camera and light sources to illuminate the looming intensity of the moment — one that sees George transform from a scared boy into a life-saving hero.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 5, 2024

Around his neck he always wears his prized possession, bought with months of savings: a digital camera.

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2024

The 3200-megapixel digital camera that will serve as the heart of the Vera C. Rubin Observatory is complete and will head to Chile for integration, researchers announced this week.

From Science Magazine • Apr. 3, 2024

In his right hand was Mrs. Eberhardt’s digital camera.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen

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