Chapter One. The Digital SLR Camera
Digital single-lens reflex (DSLR, or digital SLR) cameras (FIGURE 1.1) are the performance standard in today’s photography market. Characteristically, DSLR cameras for the most part offer excellent image quality, have large sensors that work well in poor lighting conditions, start up quickly when turned on, and have high-performance autofocus systems, short shutter delay, fast continuous shooting, and greater flexibility and versatility for creative photography.
Figure 1.1. Three views of a Nikon D300 DSLR. It resembles the style and build of the 35mm film camera with considerably more dials and buttons.
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