(photography, of a camera) Designed for quick, simple use with minimal configuration.
2005, Julie Adair King, Digital photography for dummiesThe majority of digital cameras are automatic, point-and-shoot models. They offer convenience and ease of use...
2006, Lynne Warren, Encyclopedia of 20th century photographyThe Instamatic was typical of second generation point-and-shoot cameras in that it incorporated artificial illumination and was designed to use color film.