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instant camera

American  

noun

  1. a usually portable camera that produces a finished picture shortly after each exposure.


Etymology

Origin of instant camera

First recorded in 1960–65

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The instrument used to record these moments is a kamra-e-faoree, or instant camera.

From Seattle Times Sep. 21, 2023

Advice from Wirecutter: Pick the best instant camera.

From New York Times Apr. 27, 2023

Images captured by an instant camera aren’t as pristine or perfect as modern digital cameras, but their soft images and imperfections are often a big part of the allure.

From The Verge Jun. 25, 2022

Even with the ability to take excellent photos with our phones and instantly share them across the world, there’s something magical about the old-school instant camera.

From The Verge Jun. 25, 2022

Ed had brought his dad’s instant camera to take the picture, and Joey had scanned it in.

From "The Landry News" by Andrew Clements

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