nickeltype

/nɪkˈɛltaɪp/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of camera shutter in which the focal plane is covered by a metal curtain that is moved by a nickel strip.

“The photographer used a vintage camera with a nickeltype shutter, capturing unique and intriguing images.”

Synonyms

  • curtain shutter
  • mechanical shutter

Antonyms

  • electronic shutter
  • leaf shutter