A camera that is able to take wide-angle, high-aspect-ratio photographs, specifically one that rotates in synchronism with the gradual exposure of the film or plate so as to extend its field of view.
Origin
Mid 19th century.
Definition of panoramic camera in US English:
panoramic camera
noun
A camera that is able to take wide-angle, high-aspect-ratio photographs, specifically one that rotates in synchronism with the gradual exposure of the film or plate so as to extend its field of view.