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Rackover camera

Also known as rack-over camera.

A film-camera design that moves the camera body between viewing and photographing positions on a fixed base.

In practice

Lock the camera fully into the selected position and verify focus, framing, mount security, and clearance before rolling.

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Sources

  1. Glossary of Motion Picture Terms · Kodak

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