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Various key functions of SLR cameras

Compared with mobile phones and general cameras, SLR cameras are more operable, and you can also meet your creative needs through various settings. However, facing the numerous buttons on the fuselage, what are their respective functions? Here are the key functions of SLR cameras.

Introduction of main functions of SLR camera

Because different SLR cameras have different key settings on the fuselage, here is the location of the main key functions. If you need to know more about the camera button function, it is recommended to inquire about the product manual;

1, the front of the SLR camera is mainly the lens button, and the smaller black button on the lens bayonet side is the depth of field preview button, otherwise it will be marked as PV; Nikon cameras will also have a custom Fn button;

2. The other side of the bayonet is the bayonet lock of the lens, and the lens can be installed or removed by pressing the bayonet lock; There is also a switching dial wheel for focusing mode under the lock;

3. Generally, the upper part of a SLR camera is equipped with a shoulder screen to quickly check the status and data of the camera. In addition to the switch and shutter, the upper part will also be equipped with function buttons such as metering mode, ISO sensitivity, recording mode and exposure compensation;

4. There is usually a dial wheel for selecting shooting mode on the left shoulder of the camera, with functional buttons such as QUAL photo format, WB white balance and shooting mode.

5. There will be a row of function buttons on the back of the fuselage, generally on the left side, which are Fn buttons for photo playing, deleting, menu, photo file locking, photo enlarging, photo preview/reducing, setting confirmation and user-defining;

6. On the lower right of the back of the fuselage are AF-ON focus start, fast focus lever, multi-direction selection button, INFO information button, I for custom menu button and instant view button. Because the buttons on the shoulder and back of the fuselage represent different functions on different brands and models, it is recommended to inquire about the manuals of related products;