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Understanding Main Camera Controls

DSR Botton names and function DSR Button names and function 2

  1. Power and Mode Dial:

    Power button: Turns the camera on or off.
    Mode Dial: Selects shooting modes like Auto, Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, and Manual.

  2. Shutter Button and Dial:

    Shutter button: Half-press to focus, fully press to capture.
    Dial: Adjusts shutter speed or aperture, handy in priority modes.

  3. Aperture and Shutter Speed Lock:

    AE-L or AEL button: Fixes aperture and shutter speed values when pressed and set.

  4. ISO Button and Dial:

    ISO button: Changes ISO settings; adjust value by holding and turning the dial.
    Metering Mode Button:

  5. Metering mode button:

    Selects light measurement mode—average, center-weighted, or spot.

  6. AF-ON Button (Back Button Focus):

    AF-ON button: Allows focusing without pressing the shutter, beneficial for continuous shooting.

  7. White Balance Button:

    WB button: Adjusts color temperature based on ambient lighting conditions.

  8. Menu Button and Setting Dial:

    Menu button: Changes main camera settings.
    Setting dial: Selects and adjusts menu items.

  9. Rear Display and Information Buttons:

    Rear display: Checks photos and settings.
    Information button: Alters displayed information on the screen.

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