CultureAugust 21, 2026
steadicam
STED-ee-kam
Definition
A camera stabilizing mount used in filmmaking that allows for smooth, fluid handheld-style camera shots while moving.
Etymology
The word is a proprietary eponym, derived from a combination of the words 'steady' and 'camera', originally developed by inventor Garrett Brown in the 1970s.
In the news
The article highlights the use of a steadicam operator to film specific shots in the series finale, emphasizing the continuity maintained by the crew.
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