Definition: A camera mode that allows the photographer to take close-up photos of small subjects, such as bugs and flowers.
Also Known As: macro mode
Examples: I am using the macro mode of my digital camera to take close-up photos of flowers.
Digital Camera Glossary Terms - Macro
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