Basic Parts of DSLR Camera and Their Functions RE

Basic Parts of DSLR Camera and Their Func ons
DSLR Parts and their Func ons

Whether a Digital SLR or mirrorless , the camera parts will
inevitably be found on most cameras. A er ge ng hold of any camera, you need
to know the name of the different parts before you start using it. A proper
understanding of the names and func ons is the primary step towards improving
your photography skills.
All the cameras have two important components
1. CAMERA BODY
2. CAMERA LENS
PARTS & FUNCTIONS CAMERA BODY

The body is the main por on of the camera, and bodies can be a number of
different shapes and sizes. DSLRs tend to be larger bodied and a bit heavier,
while there are other consumer cameras that are a conveniently smaller size and
even able to fit into a pocket.
LENS MOUNT RING
A lens mount is an interface – mechanical and o en also electrical – between a
photographic camera body and a lens. It is a feature of camera systems where
the body allows interchangeable lenses. This is the sec on that connects the to
the camera body. To a ach the lens, you line up the lens mount index on the lens
with the red or white mark on the lens mount and turn the lens clockwise un l
you hear a click.
Lens mounts of compe ng manufacturers (Sony, Nikon, Canon) are almost
always incompa ble. In addi on to the mechanical and electrical interface
varia ons
DSLR & Mirrorless camera & interchangeable-lens manufacturers offer lens
accessories like extension tubes and secondary lenses like teleconverters, which
mount in between the camera body and the primary lens, both using and
providing a primary lens mount. Various lens makers also offer op cal accessories
that mount in front of the lens; these may include wide-angle, telephoto, fisheye,
and close-up or macro adapters.
Shu er bu on
Press this bu on to release the shu er. The shu er bu on press has two stages:
Half-pressing the bu on ac vates the AF (autofocus) and exposure metering
func ons, while pressing it down fully releases the shu er.
Lens release bu on
Press this bu on when you want to detach the lens. The lens lock pin retracts
when the bu on is pressed, enabling you to turn the lens freely. Before shoo ng,
lock the lens into place by turning it un l you hear a click.
Shu er release bu on
Press this bu on to release the shu er.The shu er bu on press has two stages:
Half-pressing the bu on ac vates the AF (autofocus) and exposure metering
func ons, while pressing it down fully releases the shu er.
Focus assist beam
Focus assist beam Enabled by default, this lamp emits a red beam to help AF
detec on in certain situa ons. It is automa cally turned off in Silent Shoo ng
mode. It has two other func ons
Red-eye reduc on: If red-eye reduc on is enabled on your camera, half-pressing
the shu er bu on will light up this lamp when you use the built-in flash.
Self- mer: When you set the self- mer, this lamp will blink for the mer’s
dura on un l the picture is taken.
Lens mount contacts
These are electrical contact points that transmit informa on between the lens and
camera body. Be very careful not to scratch or damage them! The high-speed,
transmission 12-pin system enables more sophis cated communica on and
func onality compared to the 8-pin lens transmission system.
Image sensor
The image sensor converts light entering the lens into electrical signals. These
signals (light informa on) are sent to the image processor for analysis. Besides
image-making and exposure control, the informa on is also used for autofocusing
under the Dual Pixel CMOS AF system.
Sensor protec on mechanism (selected cameras)
On some advanced camera models, a shu er mechanism closes over the image
sensor when the camera is powered off. This helps protect the camera from dust
when changing lenses.
Built-in flash (selected cameras)
When needed, you can fire the flash to capture a shot in a dimly lit scene. The
flash may be automa cally fired in some modes.
REAR SIDE PARTS & FUNCTIONS

Eyecup
The eyecup prevents external light from entering when your eye is in contact with
the eyepiece. A so material is used to reduce the burden on the eye and the
forehead.
Viewfinder eyepiece
The viewfinder eyepiece is a small window on the camera that you look through
to compose your photo and establish focus on a subject. When shoo ng using a
viewfinder, external light is reduced. This allows you to put full a en on on the
subject right before your eyes, which in turn makes it easier to track moving
subjects. Viewfinders may be op cal or electronic
Info bu on
Press this bu on to toggle between different viewfinder/Live View/playback
display screens. You can customise the viewfinder/Live View displays in the menu
se ngs.
NAVIGATION SYSTEM
These are direc onal bu ons that allow you to:
- Move between menu items
- Move a magnified display to a different point during image playback
- Move the AF point during AF point selec on
In shoo ng mode, the func ons of the keys switches to the ones indicated by the
icon on it.
LCD monitor
The rear LCD monitor lets you preview and review images and change camera
se ngs. Most EOS R camera models have a Vari-angle LCD touchscreen monitor,
which can be flipped out and rotated to capture self-portraits, low-angle, and
high-angle shots more easily. The touchscreen allows intui ve camera opera on
including touch and drag AF control.
TOP VIEW
Mul -func on shoe(HOT SHOE)
Most Canon cameras released from late 2021 onwards have 21-pin mul -func on
shoe, which offers advanced func onality compared to a conven onal hot shoe.
You can use it to a ach compa ble accessories such as an external flash or audio
equipment.
Mode dial ( Command dial)
Turn this dial to select a shoo ng mode according to the scene you want to
capture.
a: Tradi onal exposure modes
These give you the flexibility to configure camera se ngs like exposure and white
balance according to your shoo ng intent.
b: Automa c modes
In these modes, the camera automa cally selects the appropriate se ngs for the
scene or your chosen effect. You can use it to unleash your crea vity without
worrying about technicali es.
Power switch
Use this switch to power on or power off the camera. When the power of the
camera is le on for a prolonged period of me, it switches automa cally to the
standby mode to conserve power.
BOTTOM VIEW
Card slot, Ba ery compartment
Ba ery compartment
Load the supplied ba ery here. Insert the ba ery with the orienta on of the
ba ery terminal aligned with that inside the camera.
Card slot
Insert the memory card for recording images into this slot. The type of card usable
varies with the camera model. In some models card slot is on right side of camera.
Card slots may be one or two.
Tripod socket
This is a socket placed at bo om of the camera body for a aching the camera to a
tripod. On most Canon DSLR and mirrorless cameras, this socket fits the 1/4-20
UNC standard screw thread size, which is used by most conven onal tripods.
SIDE VIEW
MIC terminal
This lets you plug in an external microphone for audio recording.
Digital terminal
Recent cameras have a USB-C terminal for data transfer/in-camera
charging.
HDMI micro OUT terminal
For video output to an external recorder, etc.
MIC terminal / Digital terminal/ HDMI micro OUT terminal
FRONT SIDE
LENS MOUNT RING Lens mount contacts
Lens mount ring SENSOR

Shu er release bu on Focus assistance beam
Sensor protec on mechanism

REAR SIDE CAMERA
VIEW CUP Viewfinder eyepiece

Info bu on
NAVIGATION SYSTEM
LCD MONITOR
TOP VIEW
Mul -func on shoe(HOT SHOE) MODE DIAL

Power switch
BOTTOM VIEW
Ba ery chamber & Card slot Tripod mount

LEFT & RIGHT SIDE VIEW
MIC terminal / Digital terminal/ HDMI micro OUT terminal

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DSLR Parts and their Func ons

PARTS & FUNCTIONS CAMERA BODY

REAR SIDE PARTS & FUNCTIONS

Lens mount ring SENSOR

Sensor protec on mechanism

VIEW CUP Viewﬁnder eyepiece

Mul -func on shoe(HOT SHOE) MODE DIAL

Ba ery chamber & Card slot Tripod mount

MIC terminal / Digital terminal/ HDMI micro OUT terminal

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