Stillbildskameras
Stillbildskameras, also known simply as still cameras, are devices designed to capture static images rather than moving pictures. The term originates from the German words "Stillbild" (still picture) and "Kamera" (camera). These instruments evolved from early photographic apparatuses of the 19th century that used glass plates or paper negatives. The first commercially successful still cameras were produced by the German company Ernst Leitz in 1903, leading to the Leica brand, which helped establish 35 mm film cameras as the standard for half-size photography.
Modern stillbildskameras can be grouped into several major categories. Film cameras, which use 35 mm or medium
Stillbildskameras have significantly influenced visual culture by democratizing image creation. The ability to capture moments in