digital camera

noun

: a camera that records images as digital data instead of on film

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The fallacy of first is demonstrated by the Netscape, Napster, Sony’s Betamax, GM’s EV1 electric vehicle, Kodak’s first digital camera in 1975, and UPS’ launch of an overnight delivery service in 1929 as potent reminders that being first is not the winning formula; being the best is. Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026 Why not check out our guide to capturing meteor showers with a digital camera, along with our roundups of the best lenses and camera bodies for astrophotography. Anthony Wood, Space.com, 9 Apr. 2026 Picture quality is best in the lower register; images captured at ISO 800 or under show the lowest noise, most detail, and widest dynamic range, just like any other interchangeable lens digital camera. Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 6 Apr. 2026 The indictment alleges that Bernadel stole property including iPads, Apple and Dell computers, a Mavic drone and a Canon digital camera, then the items for cash at pawn shops. Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for digital camera

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First Known Use

1976, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of digital camera was in 1976

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“Digital camera.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/digital%20camera. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.

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digital camera

noun
: a camera that records images as digital data instead of on film
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