A monorail camera is a type of sheet film camera built with a modular construction and mounted on a rail system, allowing for extensive camera movements. These movements include tilt, shift, swing, rise, and fall, which give photographers precise control over perspective, focus, and depth of field.
Monorail cameras are commonly used in architectural, product, and studio photography, where accuracy and flexibility are critical. Their modular design allows components such as the lens, bellows, and film back to be interchanged, making them highly versatile for professional applications that require technical precision.