Camera Basics

Two types of Cameras:

• Film (Analog) Cameras
• Digital Cameras

1. Film (Analog) Camera:

A film camera is made of three basic elements:

1.Optical (the lens)

2.Chemical (the film)

3.Mechanical (the camera body)

These are the three elements combine to create a printable image.

There are Two Types of Film Cameras:

1. Point and Shoot (P&S):

• The viewfinder provides a rough idea of what is in view, but not the real image.
• Great for capturing memories.

2. Single Lens Reflex (SLR):

• You see the actual image that will be exposed onto the film.
• Great for capturing images with real impact
• Provides more control and better images than P&S.

2. Digital Cameras:

• A digital camera records images electronically using a built in processor.
• Has a lens like an analog camera.
• BUT, the lens refracts light onto computer chips rather than film.
• Similar features to film counterparts
• Relies on electronic processing and storage
• Images are stored as a collection of tiny squares or pixels.

Pixels = Picture elements

Resolution: Number of pixels captured by the image sensor.

This is high resolution

This is low resolution

 Types of Digital Cameras:

1. Point and Shoot (P&S): Most feature LCD screens and advanced zoom lenses.

2. SLR:

• Can switch out lenses like an analog version
• Allows user an accurate preview of the photo subject.

Parts of a Camera:

1. On/Off

2. Shutter Release

3. Mode Dial

4. Microphone

5. Built in Flash

6. Self Timer Lamp

7. Eyelet for strap

8. Connector cover

9. Cable Connector

10. Power Connector Cover

11. Lens

12. Lens Cover

1. Electronic Viewfinder

2. Speaker

3. Monitor Button

4. Zoom

5. Monitor
6. Playback Button
7. Button

8. Multi Selector

9. Delete
10. Button

11.Tripod Socket

12. Battery Chamber Cover

13. Battery chamber

14. Memory Card Slot

How to use a camera:

i. Getting your camera ready:

1. Remove the lens cap if necessary and set the mode dial.
2. Turn on the camera.
3. Check the battery levels and number of exposures or images you have room to capture.
4. Apply any necessary additional settings to ensure quality while taking photos.

ii. Taking the photo:

1. Ready the camera including stabilize the camera to minimize movement.

2. Frame the picture.

3. Press the shutter release button half way to automatically focus the camera.

4. Depress the shutter release button to capture the image.

iii. Viewing and Transferring Photos:

• Review the photos you have taken.
• Download the images to your computer using the provided cable or a card reader.

Lets Review:

Try and Answer these Questions and comment below if you have any doubts:

Types of Cameras

• What is the difference between ANALOG and DIGITAL cameras?

Camera Parts:

• Do you remember each of the parts?

Taking a Photo:

• What is the first step to getting your camera ready?
• What happens if you do not stabilize your camera before taking a picture?