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synonym Comparative
制作
VS
撮影

Differences Between "制作" and "撮影"

Option A
制作
Meaning
production, creation (of art, film, music, software)
Reading
せいさく (seisaku)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
このアニメ映画は、有名なスタジオによって制作された。
This animated film was produced by a famous studio.
Option B
撮影
Meaning
shooting (a film/photo), photographing
Reading
さつえい (satsuei)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
美術館内での写真撮影は禁止されています。
Photography is prohibited inside the museum.

Which one to use?

Select the correct Japanese word for this context

Which word fits this context: "(production, creation (of art, film, music, software))"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 制作: Primarily used for creating artistic works, films, music, software, or creative content. Differs from 製作 (seisaku, for manufacturing goods) or 製造 (seizō, for mass production).
- 撮影: カメラやビデオなどで写真や映像を撮ること。「撮影する」として動詞的に使われる。The act of taking photos or videos with a camera or camcorder. Often used as the verb 'satsuei suru'.
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