But as photography evolved toward lightweight cameras and higher-speed films, the dead became less visible.
It is the smallest and most lightweight full-frame camera available today, by a long way.
Then Mr. Drew started to experiment with lightweight cameras and sound recorders.
This is fine for a lightweight camera unit, such as a 110 format Disc camera, or a Polaroid.
Compact, lightweight and trouble free, complete with a full frame motor drive 35mm camera at a realistic price.
When SLR's came into vogue, the days of the compact, lightweight 35-millimeter camera seemed over.
Even lightweight cameras can be a pain in the back if they're not packed correctly.
Despite the overall lack of continuity, the lightweight camera and longer takes allowed for more freedom in individual scenes.
The arrival of lightweight sound cameras and their accessories opened up possibilities of being able to film almost everywhere.
The Maysles brothers were among the first to use lightweight portable cameras, enhancing the true-to-life feeling.