lens
a vital part of a camera light enters through the lens where the photo process begins and can be fixed permanently or interchangeably.
veiwfinder
the area of the cameras that you look through to compose your shot, is not intended as a preview of your photo but as a tool to help you take it
mode dail
allows you to select different options, such as auto, program, sport, macro modes
body
the main portion of the camera
shutter release
The button on the camera is used to snap the picture. it opens and closes that shutter, allowing the necessary light and info to enter the camera
aperture
affects the images ' exposure by changing the diameter of the lens opening, which controls the amount of light reviewing the image sensor
image sensor
converts the optical image to an electronic signal which is sent to your memory card
LCD screen
found on the back of the body and can vary in different sizes on DSL,s, the LCD is mainly for viewing photos after shooting
flash
on board flash provides extra lighting during dim, low-light situations
focus ring
a ring found on the lens that allows manual control of the camera focus
exposure compensation button
hold down button if not in manual mode, this button adjusts the exposure making the image brighter or darker while the camera makes decisions
flash button
will trigger the pop up flash. "lighting bolt symbol" button
lens release button
Press the button to unlock the lens mount and detach the lends by rotating it