Digital photography - Short description of the camera

apteacher (58)in #photography • 7 years ago

Short description of the camera

It is very important for you (the reader / photographer) to remember that there are a lot of differences between the different types of camera models. For example the Canon and Nikon, and what is going on inside these cameras too. It us advised that you read through the manual of the specific camera but it is also important to remember that the basics of all cameras are the same.

Let’s look what a dSLR camera looks like:

NOTE:

You will usually find the technical description in the Nomenclature of the manual, which comes with every camera.

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The front of a dSLR camera (Canon)

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The Canon model above, is a very advanced camera and indicates all the functions which will be found on a dSLR camera. In this specific illustration the battery power pack is also indicated.

The front of a Nikon 3200D

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The back of a dSLR camera (Canon)

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The LCD screen on top of the camera explained in more detail.

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The LCD screen at the back of the camera

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The viewfinder

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What you will see through the viewfinder

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The top of a dSLR camera

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How to start:

1. Putting on the camera strap

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Read through the manual of your camera. It will be wise to use this band when working near water etc.

2. Battery

A charger is given with the camera when you buy it. Always make sure the battery is charged when going out to take photos (This is obvious)

3. Changing the lens

Lenses will be discussed in another lesson. Remember that changing a lens is only for dSLR cameras.

4. Installing the memory card

There is only one way to insert the memory card. Make sure you read your manual for instructions and always format the memory card when you use it for the first time.