lens

One of the most vital parts of a camera. Light enters through the lens, where the photo process begins.

Viewfinder

The area on the camera that you look through in order to compose your shot. not intended as a preview of your photo

Mode dial

Allows you to select different options such as automatic mode program mode sport mode or macro mode

body

the main portion of the camera

Shutter release

the button on the camera that is used to snap the picture. It opens and closes the shutter allowing the necessary light and information to enter the camera

Aperture

Affects the images exposure by changing the diameter of the lens opening

image sensor

converts the optical image to an electronic signal then sent to the memory card

lcd screen

the viewing point after snapping a photo

flash

on board flash provide a bit of extra light

focus ring

controls the camera focus

exposure compensation button

Changing the light settings by making it light or darker hold the button down to control the aperture

Flash button

this button will trigger the pop up flash

lens release button

unlock the lens mount and detach the lens by rotating