Viewfinder (noun)

A device on a camera used to look through and frame a shot, often in the form of a small rectangle in the camera's body.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from view + finder.

Examples:

1. The viewfinder allowed the photographer to frame the shot and ensure proper focus.
2. Some digital cameras have an electronic viewfinder, while others use the main screen to frame shots.
3. The viewfinder on the old film camera was small and not very bright, making it difficult to see in bright sunlight.
4. Using the viewfinder to frame shots is considered more accurate than using the camera's screen.
5. Some photographers prefer to use the viewfinder, while others prefer the larger screen when composing shots.