The Spiderman Camera meme originates from the 1960s Spider-Man animated series, specifically from an episode where the web-slinger is seen operating a large professional news camera. Part of the broader '60s Spiderman' meme trend, this image is frequently used to represent someone intently recording drama, acting as a mock-journalist, or witnessing a bizarre event. Its popularity skyrocketed on image boards like 4chan and Reddit due to the awkward, low-budget animation style of the original show, making it a staple for reaction images involving observation, reporting, or simply 'catching' someone in the act.