DSLR Cameras
F A C T : A DSLR camera is awesome! At PJ we use the Canon Rebel, see picture below. There are so many cool things a DSLR camera is capable of but first there are some things you need to know about operating one.
What does DSLR stand for? Digital Single Lens Reflex. Which means that it is a digital camera that combines the optics and mechanisms of a single-lens reflect camera with a digital imaging sensor as opposed to SLR which uses photographic film. What are these optics and mechanisms in a DSLR and SLR camera? Well... since you asked... light travels through the lens to a mirror that alternates sending the image to the viewfinder or the images sensor, depending on if you are clicking the shutter button or not. See images and demo from Tonkin for further understanding of how the mechanisms in an SLR camera works.
Learning Goal: Use photography equipment properly and safely.
The following photos show good examples on how to properly hold a camera. The reason it is important to hold a camera properly is for camera safety and to have steady posture for taking focused photographs. Note the angle of the elbows and arms and placement of the hands in each image. Typically, the elbows should be tucked into the body for stability, feet should be hip-width apart for a steadiness, right hand should be curled around the right side of the camera, right index finger on the shutter release button, left hand under camera, left index finger moves freely to turn the zoom and focus ring.
What does DSLR stand for? Digital Single Lens Reflex. Which means that it is a digital camera that combines the optics and mechanisms of a single-lens reflect camera with a digital imaging sensor as opposed to SLR which uses photographic film. What are these optics and mechanisms in a DSLR and SLR camera? Well... since you asked... light travels through the lens to a mirror that alternates sending the image to the viewfinder or the images sensor, depending on if you are clicking the shutter button or not. See images and demo from Tonkin for further understanding of how the mechanisms in an SLR camera works.
Learning Goal: Use photography equipment properly and safely.
The following photos show good examples on how to properly hold a camera. The reason it is important to hold a camera properly is for camera safety and to have steady posture for taking focused photographs. Note the angle of the elbows and arms and placement of the hands in each image. Typically, the elbows should be tucked into the body for stability, feet should be hip-width apart for a steadiness, right hand should be curled around the right side of the camera, right index finger on the shutter release button, left hand under camera, left index finger moves freely to turn the zoom and focus ring.
Label and describe the function of the following parts on your diagrams on the handout.
Important parts of the DSLR:
Viewfinder
Mode Dial
Power Switch
Shutter Release Button
Grip
Lens
Zoom Ring
Focusing Ring
LCD Preview Screen
Playback Button
Strap
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