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Record 1 2005-11-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Audiovisual Techniques and Equipment
  • Cinematography
DEF

A small pin in the exposure gate [of some motion picture cameras] which thrusts into one of the film's sprocket holes and holds the film absolutely still during exposure.

OBS

registration pin: term linked with the conception and development of large-format film technology.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Audiovisuel (techniques et équipement)
  • Cinématographie
DEF

Petite tige incorporée dans certaines ciné-caméras en vue d'immobiliser et de retenir la pellicule au moment de l'exposition.

OBS

contre-griffe : terme établi dans le cadre de la conception et de la mise au point de la technique du cinéma grand format.

Spanish

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