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Old 04-11-09, 18:41
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Default Anyone know why it's called shooting?

When we take it pictures, why do we call it shooting? And why are the resulting photos called shots?

Is it because aiming and focussing a camera is a bit like aiming a gun? Or maybe because shutters used to make a very sudden *clack* noise, which could be liberally interpreted as a gunshot?

Anyone know??
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